Personal safety at work

Work today is very different from 50 years ago. What was once unknown is now commonplace among modern office workers. Unfortunately, being safe in the workplace has changed, but not for the better.

Theft, assault and even murder are becoming more common in businesses today. Workers not only worry about the presentation is about to give, but for the employee who was just let go, or what has been hung in their own cube. It is no longer a problem of a few pens and paper clips that are taken, is now wallets, credit cards, and sometimes lives. Crime is increasing on the job, but there are things you can do to protect yourself from becoming a victim.

Lock your valuables.

Or better yet, do not wear to work. On the stolen work is a major problem in corporate America. Lunch, cash and personal belongings were taken from colleagues more often. If you must bring valuables to work, keep them on you at all times, or, if this is not possible, then in a desk drawer or locked cabinet.

Report suspicious persons.

It could be a new employee, or could be a guy on the street looking for something to steal. If you see a stranger roaming halls of your company asks you who you are and where they work in the company. If you feel uncomfortable in front of a stranger, it reports to a supervisor.

Report hazardous areas.

Locks broken and burnt out bulbs are the dangers that can be easily solved. Not only are you protecting their reporting, it protects the employer problems that may arise if someone were to get hurt because of the danger.

Be aware of your surroundings.

This goes beyond watching for strangers. Keep an eye on the people in your area at all times. Even colleagues. The newspaper contains reports for all time an employee who engages in the daily stress of home life and work, and unfortunately it takes on their colleagues and employers. If you notice something unusual on a fellow worker, it speaks to your supervisor. Offhand remarks can sometimes lead to violent behavior. It 'better to be safe than sorry.

While your employer has a responsibility to protect, you also have the responsibility to protect them. Tell your colleagues who are stealing from the company. Do not reveal information about the company or employee information, to unauthorized persons. Treat your employer's equipment and property with respect.

Staying safe at work does not take fancy tools or training. Staying safe at work is common sense and awareness for the environment .......