What types of topics should be covered for safety orientation?
During the orientation period, introduce new workers to all the basic safety information that applies to their work areas, such as: • General hazards in the work area • Specific hazards involved in each task the employee performs • Hazards associated with other areas of the facility • Company safety policies and work rules • Proper safety practices and procedures to prevent accidents • The location of emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, first-aid supplies, etc. • Smoking regulations and designated smoking areas • Emergency evacuation procedures and routes • Who to talk to about safety questions, problems, etc. • What to do if there is an accident or injury • How to report emergencies, accidents, and near misses • How to select, use, and care for personal protective equipment • Safe housekeeping rules • Facility security procedures and systems • How to use tools and equipment safely • Safe lifting techniques and materials-handling procedures • Safe methods
