Hidden Hazard Accidents

Safety Lesson Learned: Hidden Hazard Accidents
Location of Incident : Office, Workshop or even House

Have you ever bumped into another person or ever been hit by falling or flying object? In 1979 a total of 1,883 lost time claims were filed with the Industrial Commission Of Ohio by Ohio hospital employees. Of these claims, 211 were for injuries that happened when people were struck by moving objects. Lost work days because of these accidents in 1979 numbered 5,472. A few precautions will reduce your chances of becoming one of these statistics.

A door is another moving object that often strikes people. Never stand in front of such a door for an extended period of time. We shouldn’t use a ladder where a door opens toward it unless you can be sure by locking the door or propping it open.

People too can be safely hazards if they do not watch where there are going if they don’t notice threats to his safety that are right in front of him. When approaching a corner there is another possibility to hazards where you cannot see or be seen by those traveling in other directions. Think about how this type of accident can be avoided. The next person you bump into could be carrying hot coffee or sharp objects.

These are some ‘Hidden Hazards’ example which discussed and summarized by team members. There are many more things to think of to avoid this type of accidents from happened.

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