Throughout the day to day, almost without realizing it, we expose ourselves to a large number of dangers. Thanks to different social advances and small details, we can reduce these risks with the well-known accident prevention measures .
There are a large number of accident prevention measures, each adapted to different areas. The most frequent places where they are usually adapted are schools, homes and workplaces, since they are the places where the human being spends the most time.
Accidents prevention at home
At home, young children are the ones who suffer the most danger and the ones who can experience the most damage if we do not have the necessary accident prevention measures. In any case, adults are not exempt from suffering risks.
The more measures, the less risk. Some tips to keep in mind are as follows.
1. Reduce obstacles on the floor
One of the basic accident prevention measures is to limit the number of objects on the floor as much as possible to prevent falls and bumps .
2. Avoid slippery floors
When deciding to buy a type of flooring, it must prevent slipping. Especially in the game areas. Despite being one of the most basic home risk prevention measures, it is one of the most difficult, because it requires a lot of anticipation.
3. Ensure passage to the stairs
Stairs are a place that facilitates falls, and can even be fatal. As an accident prevention measure, it is advisable to put a railing or small door so that small children cannot access them.
4. Protect windows
All windows must have security systems to prevent children from falling through them.
5. Door locking systems
Many times, one of the measures to prevent accidents in the home that is recommended is to put latches on all the doors that give access to more dangerous places.
6. Furniture heights
We must check that small children cannot “climb” to places of high altitude.
7. Toxic products
One of the classic measures to prevent accidents and risks is to have all the products that could be potentially harmful or deadly for the little ones kept under lock and key.
8. Gas
tap A basic advice is to close the gas tap whenever it is not used , or at least, when you are not at home.
9. Turn off high-consumption appliances
High-consumption appliances are the ones that can potentially do the most damage. Turning them off whenever we leave home or even when they are not in use will become one of the most important home accident prevention measures of all.
10. Check chimney or boilers
Periodically you have to review these elements of the home. Over time they deteriorate and can end up becoming the focus of major accidents.
11. Drafts
Closely related to gas and fire risk . This accident prevention measure prevents the gas flame from going out, thus avoiding possible poisoning.
Prevention of accidents in schools (and nurseries)
Schools should follow many of the accident prevention measures already discussed at home. On the other hand, we can add these others, which in turn, could be incorporated into the home.
12. Medical kit
Without a doubt, the most basic and first accident prevention measure. Every so often you have to check that the medical kit (or kits) is up to date and has everything you need, also checking the expiration date of the products.
13. Staff trained in first aid
All workers (or almost all) must know the techniques of first aid care to deal with all kinds of situations (blows, cuts, choking, etc).
14. Traffic accidents at the exit
It is easy for children, especially when they are older, to leave school in a hurry. It is necessary to avoid through different measures of prevention of school risks that there are abuses when leaving.
15. Adapted Stairs
One of the most basic risk prevention measures at school is to have stairs with a suitable height for boys and girls, depending on their ages.
16. High and narrow railings
Like the stairs, it is essential that the railings have the appropriate measures.
17. Special
latches on bathrooms Latches on bathrooms should be able to be opened from the outside, to prevent children from being locked in accidentally.
18. Safety Plan
You always have to have a plan for each situation you experience, such as a fire. The workers of the center must know this plan and must also teach it to the children, in case they are old enough.
19. Radiators and heaters
All heating systems must have safety to prevent direct contact and burns.
Prevention of accidents at work
In the case of the workplace, accident prevention measures depend greatly on the type of work.
At work it is also advisable to take into account some accident prevention tips. Some of the most prominent are the following.
20. Safety talks
With some regularity, managers must arrange safety talks with all employees to explain the procedures to follow to maximize safety, as well as the proper use of materials.
21. Hygiene
Attention should be paid to personal hygiene, the work area and the objects and machinery used .
22. Increase motivation
It is known that if the motivation of workers decreases, the ability to pay attention also decreases.
23. Reduce fatigue
Tired workers are more likely to suffer accidents at work. For this reason, rest hours must be respected.
24. Review security objects
One of the basic accident prevention measures is to make sure that all the objects, from helmets to clothing, which reduce risks, are in good condition.
25. Revision of machinery
The machinery suffers from wear over time. If you intend to take measures to reduce occupational risks , making sure that it is in good condition is essential.
26. Appropriate speed for work
Excessive speed drastically increases the risk suffered by workers.
