M/S GIB ENGG ENTERPRISES
HOUSEKEEPING
INTRODUCTION:
Good housekeeping means having no unnecessary items about and keeping all necessary items in their
proper places.
A place for everything and everything in its place.
Management and maintenance of the property and equipment of an institution or organization.
Good housekeeping is the foundation for accident privation.
A neat, clean & orderly work place is a safe work place.
The benefits of keeping a tidy work place far exceed the small additional effort required.
Benefits of good housekeeping:
Safe, Healthy work place.
No accident, No fire hazard
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Effects of good Housekeeping:
Eliminates accident and fire causes.
Provides the best use of space.
Keeps inventory of materials to a minimum.
Helps control property damage.
Guarantees a good workplace appearance.
Reduces the amount of cleanup.
Housekeeping Is Safe-keeping At Work:
Good Housekeeping is the Foundation for a Safer Workplace.
Housekeeping in any organization is the cornerstone of efficiency and the maintenance of operating
standards. If you are going to increase safety levels, first of all to improve housekeeping.
A messy working environment contributes to unsafe work practices, undesirable incidents and ultimately,
workplace accidents
A tidy workplace reduces the opportunity for accidents, incidence and prevents wasted energy.
How does good housekeeping improve safety?
By removing tripping hazards.
By removing roadway surface obstructions for mobile equipment.
By removing fire or explosion hazards.
By setting a good example.
By improving visibility to identify hazards.
By reducing material re-handling and minimizing the risk of injuries from people bending over to pick up and move materials
and debris. If you don't store or throw it on the ground or floor, you don't have to pick it up.
Signs of poor housekeeping:
Poorly arranged work areas
Untidy or dangerous storage of materials
Dusty, dirty floors and work surfaces
Items that are in excess or no longer needed
Tools and equipment left in work areas instead of being returned to proper storage places
Broken containers and damaged materials
Overflowing waste bins and containers
Spills and leaks.
Methods of Improving Housekeeping:
Keep work areas clean.
Keep exits and entrances clear.
Keep floors clean, dry and in good condition.
Stack and store items safety.
Store all work materials in approved, clearly labelled containers in designated storage areas only.
Use proper waste containers.
Keep sprinklers, fire alarms and fire extinguishers clear.
Clean up spills and leaks of any type quickly and properly.
Fix or report broken or damaged tools, equipment, etc.
Keep lighting sources clean and clear.
Follow maintenance requirements.
ESTABLISHING A HOUSEKEEPING PROGRAM:
Careful planning
A clean-up schedule or policy
Effective inspection and
Continuous supervision and enforcement of housekeeping rules
CHECK LIST FOR HOUSEKEEPING
Working Areas Yes No N/A
Are safe accesses to the job site provided for all workers?
Are walking/working surfaces kept clear and any liquid spills cleaned up immediately?
Are stairways, passageways, and gangways kept free of material, supplies, or
obstructions?
Is all debris and trash picked up and placed in their proper containers?
Are protruding nails, forms, scrap lumber, and other debris kept clear from work areas,
passageways, and stairs, and in and around buildings or other structures?
Materials and Storage Yes No N/A
Are items not being used (e.g., tools, cords, or chains) stored in their proper locations?
Are materials storage areas kept clean and free of unnecessary materials and debris?
Is loose scrap or light materials that may be blown off by high winds, properly secured?
Are empty cement bags and other dust-producing materials removed from the work
areas?
Waste Yes No N/A
Are trash and recycling containers with self-closing covers placed throughout the job
site, marked for proper use, and emptied at regular intervals?
Are chutes provided to remove waste from above-grade floors?
Are drip pans used to collect oils and fluids?
Are all scrap, waste, recyclable, and surplus materials disposed of in accordance with
federal regulations and local codes?
Are all oil-soaked and paint-saturated rags, clothing, waste, or combustible refuse
placed in non-combustible receptacles with self-closing covers?
Is combustible waste scheduled for frequent collection and removal?
Are used oil containers and dumpsters locked to secure them from unwanted waste?
Abhaya Kumar Das R.B.Roychoudhary
Managing Director Chief Executive Officer
Eastern Piling & Construction (P) Ltd. Eastern Piling & Construction (P) Ltd.
