Trips and Slips Minor accidents like trips and slips account for more than one-third of all accidents happening in the workplace, making it one of the most commonly experienced accidents. While these are very minor accidents that often give a good laugh among colleagues, the reality still stands that these can pose severe physical and health hazards. Electrical wires lying around, cables, carpets that are not lying flat, boxes in the hallway, busted lights, insufficient lighting, and dripping water are all potentially dangerous. 8. Know what to do and how to respond in cases of emergency. The company's handbook on safety provides good advice. 9. Have sufficient rest. ) Caught In/Compressed By These are injuries that result from workers being compressed by or caught in any operation workplace machineries. Injuries of this kind can also result from exposure to extreme heat. 8.) Repetitive Motion Prolonged repetitive motion accounts for hundreds of insurance claims filed every year. When the job slows due to improper housekeeping, the employee must understand that productivity goes hand in hand with job security. The employee must keep the space under his influence tidy before break time and before starting work. There is such a thing as organized chaos promoted in many quarters. In fact, these make you less of a target. If you are not bringing a lot with you, use ordinary bags or coat pockets to transport the items. Advertise that you are protected. Anything that would make it look obvious that the money is useless when stolen would deter criminals from taking your money. For example, mark the money using methods that can be detected by authorities. Regularly check the smoke detectors to guarantee that they are working properly. Fire Extinguishers Fire extinguishers are critical safety components in any workplace area. While most fire extinguishers remain unused for many years, these can potentially save properties and lives. Fire extinguishers should be installed on every floor of the establishment, including the kitchen, storage, area, basement, parking lot, lobby, and others in areas where they are visible and accessible.