February Safety Observances: Slogging Through for a Safer Workplace
If February had a designated color, it would probably be gray. The month of “Meh, what if I just stayed in my cozy bed today?” and “Holy cow, I am so done with this weather!” On the flip side, February has quite a few useful safety observances, possibly to balance out Mother Nature’s distaste for sun during this time of year. Let’s review the observances we have to look forward to:
Safety Meeting Topics for February
Keep your safety meetings, toolbox talks, or safety trainings relevant to your workforce’s needs in February. Here are some suggestions for topics to cover. Check out some of the training topics we offer:
Burns
Types of burns, how to treat them, and when to seek professional medical attention.
Fire Extinguishers and Fire Prevention
If there’s a fire in your work area, would you know what to do?
Stay Healthy with PPE
What you can do and wear to protect yourself from hazardous materials and chemicals on the jobsite.
Online Training Topics for February
Digging through Novara’s comprehensive training catalog, here are some topics that reinforce February’s safety observances.
Acid Handling
Some employees follow unsafe practices and place themselves and others at risk. KPA’s Avoiding Unsafe Practices training discusses the importance of following proper procedures and making safe choices in the workplace.
Fire Extinguisher Safety
This training goes over the PASS technique for using a fire extinguisher. It also discusses the different types of fire extinguishers, which fires are appropriate to fight, and when it’s better to evacuate.
Fire Extinguisher Use
Fire prevention is not just a good idea, it’s an important part of maintaining a safe work environment. KPA’s Fire Extinguishers Use training shares key fire prevention best practices and teaches how to use fire extinguishers in emergency situations.
Avoiding Unsafe Practices
Some employees follow unsafe practices and place themselves and others at risk. KPA’s Avoiding Unsafe Practices training discusses the importance of following proper procedures and making safe choices in the workplace.
If you haven’t already, now’s the time to start implementing safety observances into your safety plans.
This is the perfect opportunity to level up your knowledge and take action to keep yourself and those around you safe. When we all prioritize safety, we create a culture that benefits everyone. So let’s make the most of this month and take advantage of the amazing resources available to us!
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