5 ways to make your workplace safer

In 2022, Brazil had 612,900 cases of accidents at work and 2,500 deaths related to these occurrences, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Observatory – an initiative of the Public Ministry of Labor. What is most frightening is that these numbers are linked only to formal workers, not taking into account informal services in general.

The hospital care area registered more cases – with almost 60 thousand situations -, which is due to the fact that it is linked to the reception and follow-up service in cases of health emergencies. However, notifications occurred in environments with different conditions.

Places most likely to be at risk

From civil construction sites, which present greater risks because they are linked to force activities, to offices, which theoretically do not present threats, workers have experienced incidents of falls, impacts or even the development of injuries.

According to firefighter Souza Junior, the main reasons are linked to accidents typical and commuting. “Typical accidents happen during work execution, such as falls and back pain, which may be linked to the repetition of activities or even due to poor posture. Commuting accidents, on the other hand, have to do with the journey between work and home”, he explains.

Making the work environment safer

According to Souza Junior, access to information and preparation exercises can be fundamental in promoting a safe place for all. In addition, of course, there is the company’s responsibility to provide various communication channels and measures that may impact the preservation of everyone’s physical integrity. Check out some tips on how to make the work environment safer!

1. Identify and communicate hazards

Thus, the institution can work together to neutralize the problems and make access safer.

2. Invest in a safety culture

Conducting training and lectures with professionals who are able to promote a unified dialogue between employees about the functionality of the tools and the company’s spaces is essential, as it reduces the chances of accidents.

3. Have an emergency brigade

This is an initiative to form a team of volunteers in the company aimed at training employees in dealing with risk situations. Aiming to provide training and information on first aid, this measure contributes to a more aware environment.

4. Set aside a moment for work exercises

It is essential to practice exercises for breathing, control, stretching, muscle compensation and postural re-education. Able to take between 10 and 20 minutes, these activities offer the employee a mental and physical balance preparation, especially in stressful routines that can lead to a bad posture in the execution of the service.

5. Promote direct internal communication

It is through employee feedback that the company becomes aware of everything that occurs in the work environment. work. It is important to offer digital and physical communication channels, bringing employees closer to the institution.

By Henrique Souza