LANDSCAPE ONTARIO – WORKPLACE SAFETY TAILGATE TALKS
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Avoid handling dead animals or animal waste, syringes, personal
hygiene products, soiled diapers or prophylactics. Report such
findings to your supervisor immediately.
Sites with heavy animal feces contamination should be cleaned
prior to crews starting work.
Properly wash hands before eating or drinking. Use cutlery
or keep food in wrappers if you are unable to do so.
Wear gloves and masks if first aid or CPR is required.
Report any irritation, sudden illness or infection to your
supervisor and obtain immediate medical attention.
ACTION!
With your crew, review
company policies and
procedures on handling
biohazards in the workplace.
