WHAT'S AT STAKE

An employer or supervisor can't stand by you every second to see that safety rules are followed. You must take charge of your safety because you have the most to gain - and the most to lose.

WHAT'S THE DANGER

Injuries result when a worker fails to take responsibility for safety - by ignoring safety procedures or consuming drugs or alcohol at work, for example. You could suffer burns, broken bones, electrocution, crushing, chemical injuries, concussion or other injuries if you don't take safety precautions.

EXAMPLE

Joe is an experienced construction worker, but he suffered a painful knee injury after he fell […]