Safety Is Paramount

Safety Is Paramount MSPA recognizes the importance of providing a work place with safe conditions. We ask for employee’s help in maintaining a risk-free environment. An employee’s example will greatly influence his or her fellow employees. Safety is contagious. A. All employees are asked to adhere strictly to the following common sense safety regulations and take all precautions to protect themselves and their fellow employees from injury. 1. Employees shall not operate equipment unless they thoroughly understand its operation and have been certified as a qualified operator. 2. Employees shall report IMMEDIATELY all accidents and workplace injuries directly to their supervisor. 3. Employees shall always wear safety equipment where required, such as safety shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, masks, harness belts, and/or other gear as specified. 4. Employees shall report IMMEDIATELY any and all unsafe conditions or safety hazards to their supervisor. 5. Employees shall lift objects with their legs and not their back. Employees shall never attempt to lift objects that are considered heavy, alone. (in general over 45 lbs.) 6. Employees shall attend safety meetings, read and initial all safety materials, and shall read product safety sheets for equipment and materials used in the course of their job duties. 7. Employees are encouraged to talk safety to their fellow employees. 8. Employees are encouraged to think safety for themselves and their fellow employees. B. The Executive Director shall designate a Safety Committee Chairperson to monitor workplace safety issues, implement safety measures in compliance with applicable state regulations, and conduct regular safety training programs.