Safety Awareness

Office Machines

• Learn how to operate them safely before you use them
• Loose clothing, jewellery, long flowing hair to be kept out of machines
• Keep hands and fingers clear of paper inlet at the shredder
• Switch the machine off before trying to clear a blockage
• If you notice a tingling sensation when touching a machine or see smoking or sparking, unplug it immediately and report it!
• Put a sign on the machine indicating to others that it is out of order.

Workstations

• Designed to reduce excessive bending and stretching
• Good housekeeping is essential
• Never store items under your desk
• Never store items on top of cupboards
• Never leave desk and/or filing cabinet drawers open.