How can you prevent accidents and injuries during site development?

1 Safety plan

A safety plan is a document that outlines the potential hazards, risks, and controls for each site development activity. It should be based on a thorough site assessment, regulatory requirements, and best practices. A safety plan should also include emergency procedures, communication protocols, training programs, and inspection schedules. You should review and update your safety plan regularly and communicate it to all the site personnel and contractors.

2 Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is the clothing and accessories that protect you from injuries and illnesses caused by exposure to hazards. PPE may include helmets, gloves, boots, goggles, earplugs, masks, vests, and harnesses. You should always wear the appropriate PPE for the task and the site conditions. You should also inspect, maintain, and replace your PPE as needed. PPE is the last line of defense, so you should also follow the other safety measures in your plan.

5 Human factors

Human factors are the physical, mental, and emotional aspects that affect your performance and safety during site development. You should always be fit, alert, and focused when working on site. You should also avoid fatigue, stress, distraction, alcohol, drugs, or medication that may impair your judgment or coordination. You should also communicate clearly and respectfully with your co-workers and supervisors and report any incidents or concerns. You should also follow the site rules and procedures and cooperate with the safety team.

6 Continuous improvement

Continuous improvement is the process of learning from your experience and feedback and applying the lessons to improve your site development safety. You should always evaluate your safety performance and identify the strengths and weaknesses of your plan, practices, and culture. You should also seek and share best practices and innovations with other site developers and industry experts. You should also participate in safety training, meetings, and audits and implement the recommendations and corrective actions.