There are a few general industry safety rules that everyone should be aware of. These rules are in place to keep you safe while you’re on the job, and it’s important to know and follow them. In this safety talk, we’ll go over these basic safety rules, as well as some tips for staying safe on the job.In 2017, there were 4,609 fatalities reported in the private industry.The most common accidents in industry include slips, trips and falls (38% of all accidents).Of the fatal accidents that occurred in industry in 2017, 27% were from contact with objects and equipment.Source: “Fatalities by Industry Sector | Bureau of Labor Statistics.” Fatalities by Industry Sector | Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, 10 July 2018, www.bls.gov/iif/osh_fatalitiesbyindustrysector.htm Table of content 1) Why talk about general industry safety rules? 2) OSHA rules and regulations on general industry safety 3) General industry safety hazards 4) How to ensure general industry safety 5) Questio...
