The holidays are here! While we’re all getting into the festive spirit, it’s true that they don’t call this time of the year the “silly season” for no reason. There seems to be a seasonal rush of madness that chases us towards Christmas and ensues chaos in most aspects of our life.
This is something we are very aware of at OneStaff, so I thought it would be a good time to share some of my tips on how to keep you and those around you safe and well this summer.
- Don’t Rush: Whether it be driving, working or even eating your dinner, rushing can lead to inattention, and inattention can lead to accidents. Sure, aim to be efficient, but make sure this doesn’t come at the cost of quality or safety. Try giving yourself a gentle reminder every now and then to stop, take a deep breath and slow down.
- Be aware of what’s going on around you: Many people have competing priorities at this time of year, which means whilst they are present in person, they may not be focussed on the moment. Remember this if you are moving around them with vehicles or other gear, and ensure you make them aware of what you’re doing to avoid a potential issue.
- Drink Water: It’s hot out there and it’s critical that you drink enough water! Being hydrated is vitally important to all of us. Some of the benefits of doing this include:
- Helping maintain energy and reducing fatigue
- Reducing the toxins in the body, boosting the immune system
- Assisting the vital organs in our bodies to function more effectively
- AND It keeps us cool!!
- Use your voice: we’ve said this before and we will say it again, your voice is one of the best tools you have when it comes to Health and Safety awareness and prevention of incidents. If something doesn’t look right or even feel right, then use your voice to speak up. We are always willing to help where we can, so if you feel that something is necessary to raise to us then we encourage you to do so.
- Try not to stress: This can be an extremely stressful time of year, both mentally and financially. Try not to overdo it and just remember, the best gift you can give anyone is for you to be home safe and well at the end of each day. Material gifts are nice but nowhere near as great as making amazing memories.
From the OneStaff team to you and your families, we wish you every happiness over the Christmas season and please keep in mind our main goal when it comes to Health and Safety: to get everyone home safely, always.
Happy holidays!
