- Keep your work area tidy — clear waste, offcuts, and packaging as you go.
- Route cables and hoses overhead or protect them with covered cable ramps.
- Clean up spills of oil, water, or other liquids on walking surfaces immediately.
- Use designated walkways and avoid taking shortcuts across the site.
- Wear safety boots with good tread and ankle support suited to conditions.
- Ensure adequate lighting is in place along all access routes and stairways.
- Report uneven surfaces, potholes, damaged gratings, or broken steps straight away.
- Use handrails on stairs and ramps and take one step at a time.
- Watch where you are walking and look out for hazards, especially in new areas.
- Spread grit or sand on icy paths and walkways during cold weather.
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- DON'T leave materials, tools, or waste in walkways or access routes.
- DON'T trail cables or hoses across pedestrian routes without protection.
- DON'T walk past a spill without cleaning it up or reporting it immediately.
- DON'T take shortcuts through uncleared or unlit areas of the site.
- DON'T wear worn-out boots with no tread — replace them when grip is reduced.
- DON'T work in poorly lit areas — request temporary lighting before starting.
- DON'T ignore tripping hazards — fix them yourself or report them immediately.
- DON'T run, rush, or jump on site — slow down, especially on stairs and slopes.
- DON'T carry loads that block your view of the path ahead of you.
- DON'T walk on icy or frozen surfaces without gritting or clearing them first.
See also: Good Housekeeping Standards | Cable Management on Site
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