What should you do before starting work on a new job site?

Before starting work on a new job site, it is essential to inspect the work area and conduct a safety orientation to ensure a safe working environment for everyone involved. Conducting an inspection helps to identify any potential hazards or unsafe conditions that may be present on the site, such as exposed electrical wires, unstable structures, or other risks that could lead to accidents or injuries.

The safety orientation serves as a crucial opportunity to communicate safety protocols, emergency procedures, and specific risks related to the job site. It prepares workers by making them aware of their surroundings and ensuring they understand how to operate safely within the environment they will be working in. This proactive approach significantly reduces the likelihood of incidents and enhances overall worker preparedness.

While discussing project plans, calculating costs, and engaging in team-building exercises can be important in their own respective contexts, they do not address the immediate need for safety assessments and are secondary to ensuring a hazard-free work environment at the start of a project.