And now it’s time for another Wellness 101 – General Workplace Safety Tips…presented by St. Luke’s University Health Network.

The workplace, regardless of what you do, can be a dangerous place if you’re not careful. Remember, staying healthy and safe is part of your job too! But have no fear… Wellness 101 is here. Just follow these general workplace safety tips!

Step One: Reduce Your Workplace Stress
Working long hours, taking on a heavy workload, and conflicts with co-workers can lead to a boatload of stress. Increased stress can create all kinds of issues like difficulties sleeping, lack of concentration and depression. Consider keeping your stress to a minimum to maximize your work potential.

Step Two: Take Breaks
Taking regularly scheduled breaks will help you avoid injury by keeping you fresh and alert. If you feel yourself beginning to get burnt out…take 10 minutes, stretch, and step away from your task so you can come back rejuvenated and ready to work.

Step Three: Pay Attention to Your Surroundings
All too often, people are injured on the job by not paying attention to what is going on around them. Hazardous situations are around every corner, so it’s important to know your surroundings to you can assess the risks and avoid injury.

Thanks for watching… Remember, these are just some simple things YOU can do to stay safe at work. Under federal law, your EMPLOYER must also take steps to keep you safe by providing a working environment free of known health and safety hazards. A safe workplace benefits both you and your employer! Don’t forget to smash that like button, subscribe to our YouTube Channel and share to all who are looking to stay safe on the job! Until next time, this is Mr. Wellness saying be well and be safe.

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