Housekeeping may not be your favorite job, but a messy workplace is where injuries occur. The handling, storage and placing of materials at work directly impacts the safety of you and your co-workers. Careful consideration must be given to the volume of materials to be handled, the space needed for these materials and the methods of handling and transportation. Piling materials When piling materials, keep these points in mind: -Height of pile – hazards include toppling, nearby traffic and interference with sprinkler systems. -Strength of support – allowable floor loads should be posted. -Continued stability – related to yard piling where uneven or moist ground may […]