DAILY BRIEFING: Day 26

DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

Have a good day, everyone. Remember to work safely today.

-Matt

Announcements:

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PRO TIP

SUCCESS IN THE WORKPLACE:
Daily Challenges and Risks for the Contractor

Every day, a union contractor must face many challenges and risks. These challenges can include making sure the work is done safely, finishing on time, and following building codes and regulations. Some risks may be accidents on the job, legal problems, or money troubles. It's important for apprentices to understand these challenges and risks so they can do their jobs well and be a dependable member of the team.

WHAT WOULD YOU DO?

The Scenario:

Imagine you are working as an electrician on a job site, and suddenly the weather becomes bad. It starts raining heavily, and the wind becomes strong, which makes it hard to work safely. The electrical equipment that you need to install is exposed to the elements, and there's a risk of electrical shock if you touch it. The client wants you to finish the job quickly, but you know that it's not safe to work in these conditions.

What would you do in this situation?
Select an answer below to learn more.

A) Keep working and hope for the best.

Sorry, that is incorrect.

The right answer is B. You should tell the client that you need to stop working because of safety reasons. Safety is always the most important thing, and it's essential to recognize the challenges and risks that come with the job and take steps to address them.

B) Tell the client that you need to stop working for safety reasons and contact your supervisor.

Yes, that’s correct!

The right answer is B. You should tell the client that you need to stop working because of safety reasons. Safety is always the most important thing, and it's essential to recognize the challenges and risks that come with the job and take steps to address them.

C) Try to cover the equipment with a tarp and continue working until your supervisor returns.

Sorry, that is incorrect.

The right answer is B. You should tell the client that you need to stop working because of safety reasons. Safety is always the most important thing, and it's essential to recognize the challenges and risks that come with the job and take steps to address them.

TAKE AWAY: Would you report unsafe behavior or conditions on a worksite to your supervisor?

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