How to Develop a Safe Construction Jobsite
Safety is of the utmost importance to a successful construction project of any kind. Safety hazards can be avoided through careful training and maintaining an orderly workflow. This article will go over some of the best practices in the construction industry for promoting a safe construction jobsite. Being a safe jobsite will save the company from potential lost time and profits that could be avoidable through following these proper safety measures.
Cleanliness
Not only does keeping the job site clean make it a more pleasant work experience and not an eyesore for passers-by, but it also will prevent some unnecessary safety hazards. If there are equipment and debris lying around it can be a tripping hazard. One of the risks of a construction project is the risk of falling from a height while working, and keeping the area clean of obstacles can help to prevent a fall.
Another thing to consider when it comes to the cleanliness of the job site is the potential for disease to spread. If there is not a standard of cleaning and disinfecting happening at the jobsite then if one worker gets sick, everyone else could get sick too leaving the company without a team to complete the job. To make sure that the spread of disease does not affect the construction team, be sure to stay on top of cleaning.
Orderliness
Having an organized jobsite will help to keep everyone safe as well. It should help the flow of work getting done as well if everything has a set place to be. For example, workers in need of a particular tool should know exactly where to go to find it. Keeping the workplace in order will help the workflow of the entire team be more safe and efficient.
Safety Training Certifications
Contractors are required to be licensed by the law, but there are also other safety training certifications to be upheld that can benefit construction workers at all levels. Team members should be encouraged to complete training certifications regardless of whether they are required by law because keeping the construction workers safe during the job will save the company from potential monetary losses in the case of an avoidable accident.
Reviewing Safety Training On A Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Basis
Safety training is never a waste of time. It is a good practice to go over safety training every day before construction work starts with all of the staff. Even the most trained and experienced workers may forget some things along the way, so it is a great idea to have a reminder of the safety expectations and procedures for them to always follow.
On a weekly and monthly basis, the workers should have a meeting to go over what new safety protocols have been put in place and express their own concerns over safety and what they believe should be improved. The codes of safety may also change for federal and state construction jobs on a regular basis and you will need to stay on top of those as well.
Carlton Building Services
Here at Carlton Building Services, we make safety our utmost priority in any setting. If you are expanding your business to Virginia please feel free to reach out to our friendly team of construction specialists via phone or email and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We are here for you as a resource for any construction questions you may have.
