Workplace housekeeping

Many workers don’t realize the negative consequences of poor housekeeping. If an unkempt workplace becomes the norm — paper, debris, clutter and spills are accepted as “familiar” — then more serious health and safety hazards are overlooked and injuries become more probable.

Housekeeping goes beyond personal cleanliness — it’s about keeping work areas orderly, taking care of any slip-and-trip hazards, and removing waste and fire hazards regularly. And employees are more productive in an uncluttered workplace.

And that’s smart safety!

For additional information or guidance, contact your safety office.