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Smart Business Moment

Collection Boxes

Make Room for More Mail

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Collection Boxes

Make Room for More Mail

Be sure collection boxes are checked regularly, especially at larger facilities and during times of heavy use, such as Christmas, Mother’s Day or Valentine’s Day.
An overflowing box is bad for our brand and does not protect the sanctity of the mail.

Timely collections help keep mail secure and provide the service customers pay for and expect.

And that’s smart business.

Alternate business moment

Selection Committees

We're Proud of Our Diverse Workforce

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Selection Committees

We’re Proud of Our Diverse Workforce

When considering new hires, remember to include diversity in selection committees. It helps ensure a fair review of applications.
Each employee brings a distinct background and experiences that help support the Postal Service’s mission and goals.

The Postal Service’s success is a team effort.

And that’s smart business.

Smart Safety Moment

Heat stress

When the going gets hot, don’t let the heat stress your body.

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Heat stress

When the going gets hot, don’t let the heat stress your body.

Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing that reflects some of the sun’s energy. It’s also a good idea to wear hats or use an umbrella. Drink water or unsweetened juice continuously even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, which dehydrate the body. Eat several small meals and avoid foods high in protein, which increase metabolic heat. Take breaks in a cool place.

If you or someone else shows signs of a heat-related illness, stop activity and find a cool place.

USPS keeps employees safe and productive by giving them the knowledge they need on the job.

And that’s smart safety.

For additional information or guidance, contact your Safety Office.

Alternate safety moment

Using stairs

Don’t fall for it.

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Using stairs

Don’t fall for it.

Use the handrail when going up or down the stairs. It’s the most important thing you can do. It gives you two points of contact and good balance. Never run. Never finger the mail while you’re stepping. Focus on the stairs, not conversations or other distractions. Always look straight ahead.

Take it one step at a time. Get help if you have to carry something heavy. Make sure you always have at least one hand free. And if the steps are outside, be extremely careful in rain or snow.

Following these tips will help keep you from a fall that could result in injury and lost work days.

And that’s smart safety!

For additional information or guidance, contact your safety office.

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