Prepare & Prevent, Don't Despair & Repent: The Importance of Safety and Cleanliness

As an industry leader for civil, mining and construction equipment, we understand the importance of safety measures and cleanliness in construction and operations. Unfortunately, these crucial aspects are often overlooked, despite being fundamental to any successful business. Failing to prioritize safety and cleanliness not only puts your employees at risk but also exposes your company to potential losses and liability risks.

To help you implement practical safety and cleanliness practices, we recommend the following actions:

Conduct regular safety training sessions:

Train your workforce regularly on potential hazards and risks on the worksite. This doesn't have to be formal or complicated, but it should cover basic first-aid skills and safety precautions. This way, you prevent accidents before they happen and cultivate a well-informed and prepared workforce.

Invest in quality safety equipment:

Having the appropriate safety equipment is critical. It's as important as having the right tools for the job. Investing in CleanSpace Personal Powered Respirators or VDEX Dust Extraction Attachments for your equipment operators can prevent costly health issues and possible lawsuits.

Reduce environmental risk through cleanliness:

Maintain a clean worksite by providing dust masks, personal powered respirators, and routine cleaning. According to Arizona University, employees working in clean conditions are 15-20% more productive, which directly translates to higher quality output, and profitability. Simply adding a cleaning kit and routine can make the difference for productivity and added profit. We always recommend having a high pressure cleaner on hand to blast away any dirt, debris and dust. You could also have a dust suppression canon like the powerful DT400 or BBW1000 DUST that was even a finalist in the HIRE23 Sydney Expo Excellence Awards for best new product.

Conduct equipment maintenance checks:

Perform frequent checks on your equipment and train your team to identify when a tool or machine isn't operating correctly. Schedule maintenance and repair as necessary to avoid accidents. Scheduling in will give you peace of mind and make everything last longer.

Investing in safety and cleanliness practices is a significant asset to your employees, and it shows that you value them beyond just the regular paycheck. Ensure you prepare and prevent, instead of waiting to despair and repent later.

Explore a selection of our dust suppression systems below. You can reach out to us via each products enquiry form or call us now on 1300 763 100 for more info.

Chad McPhee

Chad McPhee has worked with APG Australia for nearly two decades. During his time working in the civil, mining and construction industry, Chad has amassed a reputation for reliability & innovation when it comes to all aspects of the company. His dedication to his clients is one of the leading reasons APG is now a nationwide provider of the best equipment on the market today.

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