Safety Messages

Be positive. Negativity leads to carelessness, distractions, and unsafe behaviors which result in injury or property damage. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Workplace safety includes awareness of the nearest exit, maintain emergency exits and ensure the path is clear. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Approximately 2,000 eye injuries daily. Eye wash stations, face shields, and safety glasses are preventive measures. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Despite the prevalence of safety gloves, hand injuries remain the second leading type of job-related injuries. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Back injuries are responsible for a significant portion of workplace injuries. The workplace should have prevention strategies. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Report all injuries to ensure workplace safety. Unreported incidents may escalate, leading to potential hazards. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

We need to eliminate hazards whenever possible because relying on memory is not an effective safeguard. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

We need to be vigilant and encourage a proactive approach to maintain a safe work environment. Proper housekeeping, marking changes in elevations, prompt repairs and securing cords are a few ways to prevent trip hazards. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Unsafe conditions exist all around us. It’s important to recognize these conditions and eliminate or mitigate them. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.

Winter brings frigid temperatures and fierce winds, leading to cold-weather injuries ranging from slip-and-falls to frostbite. In your shop meetings, discuss tips for prevent injuries due to cold weather. See the FREAS SharePoint page under Safety for more information on this topic and previous Weekly Safety Messages.