Talk with your teen about his or her job.
Many teens do not know what can put them at risk on the job. You can help your
teen start to think about workplace safety.
Tasks:
What tasks is your teen asked to do? Could any of these tasks cause an injury?
For example, is he or she asked to lift heavy objects? Work alone at night?
Use chemical cleaners?
Training:
Has your teen been trained to do assigned tasks safely? Is he or she trained
before being asked
to do a new task? Is she or he trained to deal with difficult customers?
The workplace itself:
Are there hazards in the workplace, such as slippery floors? Locked or blocked
exit doors?
Machines without safety guards? Crowded workspaces? Has your teen been told
how to report
hazards?
The supervisor:
Is the supervisor always nearby? Does he or she listen to employees' concerns
and encourage
questions? Is your teen comfortable talking to the supervisor?
Safety equipment:
Does the job require goggles, gloves, special shoes, or other safety equipment?
If so, does your teen have and use this equipment?
If necessary,
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