Why should we pay attention to housekeeping at work? Effective housekeeping can eliminate some workplace hazards and help get a job done safely and properly. Poor housekeeping can frequently contribute to accidents by hiding hazards that cause injuries. If the sight of paper, debris, clutter and spills is accepted as normal, then other more serious health and safety hazards may be taken for granted.
Housekeeping might seem like an innocent occupation, but it’s actually much more dangerous than its given credit for. Since housekeeping involves a wide range of mini jobs, danger is lurking around every corner.
Workers can fall into the trap of complacency and forget that their work involves real danger. Many of the posters on this page are designed to remind workers of the dangers of cleaning. For example, we have posters that teach housekeepers about hazardous chemicals.
There are even posters that remind housekeepers of the dangers of slips, trips and falls. To make sure we have something for everyone, many of these posters are available in two different sizes.