In a majority of the cases, construction workers are provided with safety gear during work. However, visitors to the site are often ignored which may result in fatal accidents. Safety is crucial as lives will always remain priceless. This article will give you tips on how to keep your construction site free of avoidable accidents and incidents.
Construction Site Risks
The construction industry is rated as one of the most dangerous industries to work for. Construction site workers are provided with safety gear on top of being trained to maintain maximum safety at work. However, visitors to the site are new to these experiences and end up being victims of site accidents. Managing risk, therefore, needs to be a key consideration for your site’s security.
Tips to Reduce Risks on Your Site
In order to minimize the risk of accidents, it is crucial to apply these prevention tips to your site to prevent accidents. First of all, formulate procedures and guidelines directing who, when and how one can access your site especially on appointments. Secondly, mandate visitors to always wear necessary safety equipment such as hard hats and protective vests. Moreover, install alarms, motion sensors, fencing, or other building enclosures to control the site. Make it a rule that no children are to be allowed on the job site. Cover all holes on the floor to avoid tipping. All exits on balconies, higher floors, or roofs should be marked and fenced or otherwise totally enclosed. Obvious safety hazards should be corrected or extra protection should be implemented in areas where visitors could be hurt.
Communicating Safety Hazards
To better make everyone aware of the expectation you have for them regarding safety, communication remains the only way to make your request known to them. Visitors to the site should be informed of the requirements they need to adhere to in order to keep safety standards. This can be done by; letting the general public know the rules surrounding the worksite’s restricted access. In addition to this, outsiders like purchasers, subcontractors, and suppliers should know this is authorized access and should check in with the contractor on when, how and the guidelines governing a visit. Agree with the buyer or outsider on how often they should visit. Understand the visitors’ needs, desires, and vision for the building.
Safety Tips for Visitors and Clients
Visitors should first of all consult with the contractor before visiting. As a site owner, liaise with the contractor beforehand to make any necessary arrangements to guarantee your clientele’s safety. Additionally, wear appropriate safety gear and clothing. Keep your clients from wandering off to the restricted areas and those not on the contractor’s recommendation list.
References: Cowenconstruction, NorthBridgeInsurance
