In the workplace, there can be many trouble spots that we overlook. Some of these areas can be changed to lessen the risk of an incident happening. Consider these few helpful tips when dealing with safety in the workplace. § Since the receptionist is usually the first person greeted when visitors come in, make sure that there is access to some type of panic button, door locking system, or emergency call system. There is usually a panic button on alarm keypads. § Avoid taking out of the way stairwells alone. § Don't work late alone. Planning ahead whenever possible, and try using the buddy system for late night working, this includes transportation. § Try using the buddy system at all times when coming and going, throughout the day. Incidents occur during all hours of the day. § Discuss in a company meetings, the precautionary behavior that you would like to see followed. Or if you are the employee, ask your employer if there are is any advice for certain situations. § Create a threatening situation policy, and discuss it during a company meeting letting personnel know how to act and what to do if a threatening situation should occur. §
Your "Threatening Policy" may include advise such as: If an attacker has a weapon and indicates that they are only after property, follow directions, don't resist. If you choose to resist in an attacking situation - remain as calm as possible, get angry, start shouting as loud as you can "Call the police", "No", "Stop", "Help". At this point your objective is to incapacitate this individual as long as it takes for you to escape. § When at all possible record any valuable information about the attacker and the getaway vehicle. Keep in mind the items you are looking for are: eye color height, gender, clothes, distinguishing marks like tattoos, piercings, or scars. §
Parking Lot/Garage Dangers: Report to the proper authorities any lights that may be out or missing. Use the buddy system when at all possible, especially when it is dark. When alone, keep an extra eye out for anything or anyone suspicious, and report your findings to the proper authorities. If possible take down the license number and description of any suspicious vehicles and suspects, and report this information to the proper authorities. When approaching your vehicle, check around and inside before getting in. Keep your vehicle doors locked at all times. |
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