Safety on Stairways
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Accidents at work frequently happen when climbing between levels, as in stairways. Loose clothing, excessively long pants, or an untied shoelace are just a few examples of potentially dangerous and common tripping hazards that cause falls when climbing stairs.
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Ladder Safety
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Safe Use of Elevators
While it seems like elevators are a very safe way to access multiple levels, it is important to understand the risks and hazards to avoid, as well as some safety guidelines for their use. You should be knowledgeable about procedures in case the elevator would stall somehow malfunction.
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Chemical Safety Requirements
Without using chemicals, custodians couldn’t complete cleaning tasks. Although chemicals are considered hazardous substances and have a number of handling risks, they can be safe for use, storage, and disposal as long as the right precautions are in place.
