OFF-THE-

JOB SAFETY
SAFETY AT RESIDENCES AND PUBLIC PLACES
OFF-THE-JOB SAFETY

OFF-THE-JOB SAFETY is
the extension of an organizations
on the job safety culture
OFF-THE-JOB SAFETY
PROGRAMS

Educate employees about being safe

while not at work
Help save the lives of employees and
their families
 SAFETY AT
RESIDENCES
AND PUBLIC
PLACES
SLIP
Too little friction or traction
between (footware) and
walking/working surface,
resulting in loss of balance
SLIP
Causes of Slips
1. Spills caused by wet products
2. Highly polished floors
3. Metal Surfaces
4. Sloped, uneven or muddy terrain
5. Irregular surfaces such as gravel
TRIP
Foot or lower leg hits object & upper
body continues moving, resulting in loss
of balance

Stepping down to lower surface & losing

balance
TRIP
Causes of Trips
1. Trailing cables, pallets, tools in
gangways
2. Objects from walking areas
3. Uneven surfaces
4. Debris from waste materials
FALL
Occurs when too far off center of balance

Two Types
1. Fall at the same level
Fall to same walking or working surface

2. Fall to lower level

Fall to lower level of walking or working surface
HOW TO PREVENT STFs?
Design of workplace & work processes
Preventing potential exposures to STF
hazards
HOW TO PREVENT STFs?
Good housekeeping
Maintain clear and tidy work areas free of
clutter
HOW TO PREVENT STFs?
Safe walking practices
Follow safe walking practices & routes
HOW TO PREVENT STFs?
Wearing proper footwear
Wear proper footwear with good traction
FIRE
Fire is the rapid oxidation of a material in
the exothermic chemical process of
combustion releasing heat, light and
various reaction products. Slower
oxidative process like rusting or
digestion are not included by this
definition.
Top 10 Causes of House
Fires
Fire Safety and Prevention in the
Home
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Fire Safety and Prevention in the
Home
The Kitchen almost half of all house
fires start in the kitchen. 1 in 4 children
are allowed to cook unsupervised

COOKING SHOULD NEVER BE LEFT

UNATTENDED
Always stay in the kitchen while
cooking and turn off the stove before
you leave
Fire Safety and Prevention in the
Home
ACCIDENTS CAN HAPPEN VERY QUICKLY
To limit the risk of scald and burns to
children ensure pot handles are turned
inwards
Fire Safety and Prevention in the
Home
FABRICS AND LOOSE CLOTHING
CAN CATCH FIRE EASILY

1. Keep your clothing away from heat

2. Tie back long hair to prevent
accidents
3. Ensure curtains are kept away
from the stove
4. Dont store your tea towel over the
oven handle
Fire Safety and Prevention in the
Home
MANY SUBSTANCES IN THE
KITCHEN ARE DANGEROUS

Flammable materials such as

pressure packs, cleaning
agents and cooking oils should
be stored away from heat.
Ensure all hazardous substances
and medications are stored out
of the reach of children
Fire Safety and Prevention in the
Home
THE BUILDUP OF GREASE, DUST AND DIRT
CAN FUEL A FIRE
All electrical appliances including toasters,
air conditioners and filters on range hoods
and clothes dryers need regular cleaning
Fire Safety and Prevention in the
Home
FIRE CAUSED BY DAMAGED AND FRAYED CORDS
CAN BE PREVENTED

Cords on electrical appliances need regular checking. It

is recommended that any repair to an electrical
appliance be done by a licensed professional.
Fire Safety and Prevention in the
Home

IMPROPER USE OF POWER BOARDS AND DOUBLE

ADAPTORS CAN LEAD TO FIRES

A double adaptor or a power board plugged into another

double adaptor or power board can create a danger of
overloading the system.
Fire Safety and Prevention in the
Home
OPEN FLAMES candles, matches/lighters and
cigarettes can all be dangerous, prepare your family for
the safe use of open flames

INAPPROPRIATE DISPOSAL OF CIGARETTES CAN

CAUSE A FIRE
Dampen cigarette butts before disposing. Smoking in bed
is extremely dangerous.
Fire Safety and Prevention in the
Home
MAKE SURE CANDLES ARE LIT AWAY FROM
CURTAINS AND OPEN WINDOWS.

When leaving, never left a lit candle.

Adult supervision is advised.
Fire Safety and Prevention in the
Home
BE CAREFUL TO KEEP ELECTRICAL
APPLIANCES AWAY FROM WATER

Be aware of the dangers of leaving or using

electrical equipments around water. Hair dryers and
straighteners take time to cool down so allow them
to cool on a non-combustible surface before storing.
Fire Safety and Prevention in the
Home
LIGHT GLOBES CAN BECOME VERY HOT
Dont cover a lamp with any type of fabric. To
dim a lamp it is recommended that a globe with
a lower wattage is used. Keep bathroom heat
lamps clean of dust build up.