MAKE SAFETY A PRIORITY

2014 Wisconsin DOT SW Region Construction Conference

LET’S GET READY TO RUMBLE!

IN THIS CORNER : LOADED DUMP TRUCK

IN THIS CORNER: THE INSPECTOR

5 foot 4 inches with boots on!

RUNOVERS / BACKOVERS

Remain alert at all times Check surroundings often, listen for

warnings Keep a safe distance from traffic Stay behind protective barriers,

whenever possible Look out for each other, warn co-

workers.

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

Discuss safety with staff: especially students, interns and new staff.

Make sure contractor equipment has working back up beepers, mirrors, and lights.

Wear personal protective equipment : vest, boots, hard hat, hi-vis pants, hearing, sun screen, and insect repellant.

WASH YOUR VEST!

KEEP YOURSELF SAFE

You are small and not easily seen. Make eye contact with equipment

operators. Be constantly aware of your

surroundings. Have an exit strategy.

YOUR RESPONSIBILTY

Employees Shall follow all rules and regulations regarding safety

and maintain the high safety and health standards developed and approved by the Department.

Shall report all incidents, accidents and near misses that resulted or could have resulted in personal injury.

Shall maintain safe working conditions and wear appropriate personal protective equipment in designated areas or during operations requiring their use.

Offer safety and health suggestions that would reduce risks to workers.

WHAT IS WRONG WITH THIS PICTURE?