Good Housekeeping
HOUSEKEEPING
Good housekeeping is a vital factor in preventing accidents. The great majority of all work accidents are caused during the handling of goods or materials, and by people falling, being hit by falling objects, or striking against objects in the workplace. All these causes can be reduced by good housekeeping practices—in fact, good housekeeping is the only cure for hundreds of accidents that occur.
Good industrial housekeeping:. * Eliminates accident and fire causes * Saves energy by eliminating the need to work "around" congested areas and "deadwood" stored in the work area * Provides the best use of space * Keeps inventory of materials to a minimum * Helps control property damage * Guarantees a good workplace appearance * Encourages better working habits * Reflects an image of a well-run operation * Reduces the amount of cleanup and janitorial work
Elements of a good housekeeping campaign
The following are the basic elements of a good housekeeping campaign that need attention:
Aisles—Wide enough for traffic movements, marked off by floor lines from work positions and storage areas.
Space—Sufficient room for the individual to work.
Storage—Adequate and convenient space for materials and tools.
Materials Handling—Layout planned for materials flow, with efficient methods and equipment.
Ventilation—Good general ventilation plus local exhaust ventilation to remove air contaminants at the source.
Floors and Walls—Of construction and materials that are easy to keep clean and in good repair.
Lighting—Well-distributed artificial light and effective use of available daylight.
Amenities—Clean, up-to-date washrooms and lockers for clothing. A clean, inviting lunch room for employees to eat their meals.
Waste Removal—Adequate facilities to prevent congestion and disorder. Let us look at some of these elements in detail.
KEEP AISLES CLEAR: Aisle space should be reserved for the movement of
Good housekeeping is a vital factor in preventing accidents. The great majority of all work accidents are caused during the handling of goods or materials, and by people falling, being hit by falling objects, or striking against objects in the workplace. All these causes can be reduced by good housekeeping practices—in fact, good housekeeping is the only cure for hundreds of accidents that occur.
Good industrial housekeeping:. * Eliminates accident and fire causes * Saves energy by eliminating the need to work "around" congested areas and "deadwood" stored in the work area * Provides the best use of space * Keeps inventory of materials to a minimum * Helps control property damage * Guarantees a good workplace appearance * Encourages better working habits * Reflects an image of a well-run operation * Reduces the amount of cleanup and janitorial work
Elements of a good housekeeping campaign
The following are the basic elements of a good housekeeping campaign that need attention:
Aisles—Wide enough for traffic movements, marked off by floor lines from work positions and storage areas.
Space—Sufficient room for the individual to work.
Storage—Adequate and convenient space for materials and tools.
Materials Handling—Layout planned for materials flow, with efficient methods and equipment.
Ventilation—Good general ventilation plus local exhaust ventilation to remove air contaminants at the source.
Floors and Walls—Of construction and materials that are easy to keep clean and in good repair.
Lighting—Well-distributed artificial light and effective use of available daylight.
Amenities—Clean, up-to-date washrooms and lockers for clothing. A clean, inviting lunch room for employees to eat their meals.
Waste Removal—Adequate facilities to prevent congestion and disorder. Let us look at some of these elements in detail.
KEEP AISLES CLEAR: Aisle space should be reserved for the movement of