S2 Ep66: Warehouse Safety Tips | Episode 66 | Are You Listening?
- Author
- Wes Wyatt
- Published
- Wed 24 Mar 2021
- Episode Link
- https://audioboom.com/channels/5013934-safety-stripes-by-mighty-line-floor-tape-the-best-workplace-safety-podcast-talking-nfpa-ehs
Are You Listening?
On today's Podcast, we'll be covering listening at work - so stay tuned.
On today's Podcast, we'll be covering listening at work - so stay tuned.
You can find the show notes to each episode, links to the information mentioned on the podcast, the social media platforms we're on, and anything else related to the podcast at WarehouseSafetyTips.com.
If you're a seasoned Podcast Listener - this podcast is going to be different from most you listen to. It's based around exactly what the name implies - Warehouse Safety Tips. And since the people in that industry are busy - we know time is money, so each episode will be as short and to the point as possible.
And now that all that is out of the way - let's get to the Podcast!
And now that all that is out of the way - let's get to the Podcast!
Today's message is a very simple one.
Don't be caught not paying attention on the job! Specifically - not listening.
Now you might think we're saying that on the behalf of and/or to appease management. Keeping management happy IS important - but your safety is even more important.
So what are a few areas you can focus on?
- Briefings - If your facility is like others - from the moment you arrive, you're presented with briefings from the previous shifts. Make sure you pay attention to them.
- Announcements - Much like briefings - announcements can come in the form of person to person, via radio, and/or address systems. Pay close attention because they could contain everything from lights being left on in the parking lot to potentially hazardous weather approaching (And everything in-between).
- Machinery - Whether it's a specific sound a machine makes to alert you of something or something that sounds out of the ordinary - be sure to listen to machinery you're working with.
- Alarms - This can be something as simple as a machine you're working on completing its task or as extreme as a fire and/or tornado approaching.
- Vehicles - Of all the sounds you'll likely encounter at your facility - this is one of the most important ones to pay attention to. There's a reason lift trucks have alerts when backing up and/or horns are sounded while driving. It's to alert you that you need to pay extreme attention. And much like machinery - if you're operating a vehicle, make sure you're listening to it as well. Doing so could alert you to low fuel/battery life and/or engine trouble.
- Fellow Staff - Throughout your shift, it's likely fellow staff will provide you with info. Make sure you pay attention to what they tell you.
- Your Inner Monolog - Although it's not an actual sound you'll hear with your ears - it's one you should be very aware of. If something is nagging you and/or just doesn't appear to be right - be sure to listen to your gut.
As with most of our tips - this was just a high-level look at a few of the things you should be paying attention to.
Be a better listener - and you'll increase your chances of staying safer at work exponentially.
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