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National Safety Month

May 19, 2023

The month of June is
National Safety Month (NSM)! This month raises awareness for safety in and
outside of the workplace. Throughout the month, Illinois workNet will be
posting resources and other information related to National Safety Month, so be
sure to keep up with Illinois workNet to stay safe and prevent injuries on and
off the job.

The
National Safety Council (NSC) will also provide resources on
several different safety topics for each week this month:

  • Week 1: Emergency Preparedness
  • Week 2: Slips, Trips and Falls
  • Week 3: Heat-Related Illness
  • Week 4: Hazard Recognition

Here are some ways that
you can encourage co-workers, families, and communities to stay safe and
informed not just for this month but all the time1:

Distribute NSM Materials

These materials include
posters, checklists, family activities, articles, games, and much more. Help
distribute these items to keep your communities safe and informed.

Share on Social Media with #No1GetsHurt

Sharing helpful
resources that the National Safety Council and Illinois workNet provide are
just a few clicks away. Illinois workNet has great resources you can share from
different sites such as Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Share today
so that you can help prevent injuries.

Provide Safety Training

NSM offers special
discounts and free opportunities for safety training. Get others thinking
critically about how to stay safe.

NSC also provides an Employer Cost Calculator for employee mental health. This tool provides specific information about the cost of mental health based on your location, industry, and number of employees.

Other Illinois workNet Resources

Below is a list of resources Illinois workNet has that can help workers avoid injuries regardless of where they are:

Be Safe in Your New Job – When starting a new job, it's important to be aware and cautious of equipment you have not previously used. From operating workplace equipment to preparation and clean-up of your workspace, this article covers important safety precautions to keep in mind when on the job.

Stay Safe and Productive at Work – Following your company's safety guidelines is the best way to avoid getting hurt on the job.  This article covers safety tips for the workplace so that you and your team can be safe while working on construction projects.

Technical Skills – Read up on the different skills required in the industry and how you can keep your skills and performance up to date.

Do You Need a Work Permit? – For younger members of the workforce, this article provides information on what jobs require work permits, rules for youths in the workplace, and how to apply for the work permit you will need.

Why Personal Health and Safety Matter – From avoiding injuries and illness to staying in shape and managing stress, read up on why it's important to maintain good health. 


Resources

1https://www.nsc.org/work-safety/get-involved/national-safety-month 

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