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    Surviving and Thriving
    Surviving and Thriving
    Surviving and Thriving
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    Surviving and Thriving

    By Rae A. Stonehouse

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    Starting a new job can be an exciting and overwhelming experience. What you don't know can hurt you. How can you prevent your first year at work from being a disaster? Author Rae A. Stonehouse has the answer in his must-read book, Surviving and Thriving: How to Ensure Your First Year at Work Doesn't End in Disaster.

     

    Drawing on his extensive experience in Occupational Health and Safety, Stonehouse offers practical advice on how to navigate the challenges of a new job, while also avoiding common workplace hazards. From maintaining a positive attitude to establishing healthy communication patterns with colleagues, Surviving and Thriving: How to Ensure Your First Year at Work Doesn't End in Disaster is a comprehensive guide to set yourself up for success.

     

    Stonehouse's book is an essential resource for anyone starting a new job, particularly those in industries with high-risk work environments. His OH&S perspective offers practical tools and expert insights that can help save lives, reduce injuries, and improve mental health in the workplace.

    If you want to thrive in your new job and ensure your occupational health and safety, Surviving and Thriving: How to Ensure Your First Year at Work Doesn't End in Disaster is the ultimate guide you've been searching for.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherLive For Excellence Productions
    Release dateApr 14, 2023
    ISBN9781998813209
    Surviving and Thriving
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    Rae A. Stonehouse

    Rae A. Stonehouse is a Canadian born author & speaker. His professional career as a Registered Nurse working predominantly in psychiatry/mental health, has spanned four decades. Rae has embraced the principal of CANI (Constant and Never-ending Improvement) as promoted by thought leaders such as Tony Robbins and brings that philosophy to each of his publications and presentations. Rae has dedicated the latter segment of his journey through life to overcoming his personal inhibitions. As a 20+ year member of Toastmasters International he has systematically built his self-confidence and communicating ability. He is passionate about sharing his lessons with his readers and listeners. His publications thus far are of the self-help, self-improvement genre and systematically offer valuable sage advice on a specific topic. His writing style can be described as being conversational. As an author Rae strives to have a one-to-one conversation with each of his readers, very much like having your own personal self-development coach. Rae is known for having a wry sense of humour that features in his publications. To learn more about Rae A. Stonehouse, visit the Wonderful World of Rae Stonehouse at http://raestonehouse.com.

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      Surviving and Thriving - Rae A. Stonehouse

      Introduction

      Starting your first job can be an exciting and nerve-racking experience. You’re eager to make a good impression and prove yourself to your new colleagues and employer. But before you dive headfirst into your new role, there is one important factor to remember: workplace safety.

      Occupational health and safety (OH&S) should be a top priority for any workplace, despite industry or sector. Proper training and equipment, along with a focus on risk prevention, can help prevent accidents, injuries, and fatalities on the job. As a new employee, it’s your responsibility to understand and follow the safety protocols set by your employer.

      Here are some startling statistics:

      In 2020, there were about 17.3 million workers under the age of 25. These workers represented 11.7% of the total workforce.

      In 2020, 352 workers under the age of 25 died from work-related injuries. Among these deaths were 29 young workers aged 15 to 24.

      In 2020, the incidence rate for non-fatal injuries for workers, ages 16–19, was 149.8 per 10,000 full-time employees (FTE) and 141.8 per 10,000 FTE for workers, ages 20–24.

      According to SafeThink, among injured workers under the age of 25, over 50% of them were hurt in the first six months on the job. Nearly 20% of the injuries and fatalities happen during the first month on the job.

      In 2020, the rate of work-related injuries treated in emergency departments for workers, ages 15–24, was 1.5 times greater than the rate for workers 25 years of age and older.

      According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), young workers (ages 15-24) are twice as likely to be injured on the job as older workers. This is largely due to their lack of experience, training, and maturity. In addition, young workers may not be aware of their rights and responsibilities under workplace safety laws and regulations.

      In the United States, an average of 358 young workers die each year from work-related injuries, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The most common causes of these fatalities include transportation incidents, slips, trips, and falls, and contact with objects and equipment.

      In addition to the risk of fatal injuries, young workers are also at risk of non-fatal injuries that can have long-term consequences for their health and well-being. For example, young workers may be more likely to experience musculoskeletal injuries due to their physical immaturity and lack of conditioning.

      Certain industries and occupations pose a higher risk of injury and fatality for young workers. For example, young workers in the construction, agriculture, and manufacturing industries are more likely to be injured on the job than those in other industries. Similarly, young workers in occupations that involve driving or operating heavy machinery are at higher risk of transportation-related injuries.

      This book helps you navigate the world of workplace safety as you start your career. We’ll explore the most common hazards you may encounter on the job and provide practical tips for staying safe and healthy in the workplace. Whether you’re working in an office, a factory, or a construction site, this guide will equip you with the knowledge you need to succeed.

      In these chapters, we’ll cover topics such as:

      Understanding your employer’s OH&S policy

      Identifying and reporting hazards in the workplace

      Using personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly

      Preventing common injuries, such as strains and sprains

      Dealing with emergencies, such as fires and medical incidents

      Promoting mental health and well-being in the workplace

      And much more!

      According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), young workers have high rates of job-related injury. These injuries are often the result of the many hazards present in the places they typically work, such as sharp knives and slippery floors in restaurants. Limited or no prior work experience and a lack of safety training also contribute to high injury rates.

      It’s important for young people to be aware of these risks and take necessary precautions while working.

      By following the tips and advice in this book, you can start your job with confidence, knowing that you’re doing everything possible to stay safe and healthy on the job. Remember, workplace safety isn’t just important – it’s essential. Let’s get started!

      But before we do, it’s probably a good idea for me to explain who I am and why I wrote this book.

      I am a recently retired registered nurse having worked for over four decades in psychiatry/mental health. For most of that time I was actively involved in Occupational Health & Safety in my worksites as a worker representative for three trade unions. I served as a Cochair on my worksite’s JOSH (Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee).

      As a JOSH Committee Cochair I was involved in accident investigation, conducting workplace safety inspections, implementing workplace and wellness programs, and developing policies and procedures.

      Working in healthcare exposes the worker to much of the same safety hazards as other industries perhaps with the exception of manufacturing.

      As the field of Occupational Health & Safety has evolved, workers are gaining more protection from safety hazards in their worksites and the ability to solve problems backed by legislation. At the same time, Employers also have responsibilities to provide a safe work environment also enforced by legislation.

      I started my career long before health and safety issues were being addressed. My first job, before I was in nursing, was working in the Dietary Department in a large community psychiatric hospital.

      At the time, I wanted to be a chef and working in a large kitchen seemed to be a good way to enter the field.

      As a Porter i.e., Dietary Assistant, I was responsible for all parts of helping the cooks and the chef in preparing meals for close to 400 patients. Many of my duties had risk involved. For example, one day I had to unload a truck of 100, 75-pound bags of potatoes and load them into a walk-in refrigerator. The next day, I had another 35 bags to unload. My back ached for weeks.

      On another occasion I recall prying the lid off an 8 ½ gallon stainless steel soup container. All my fingers came in contact with the rim of the container causing me severe pain and to black out. As I was lying on the floor, I recall one cook discovering me and yelling help, there is a dead man back here! I was lucky though as when I was collapsing, I had missed some very hot ovens.

      My plan to become a chef went sideways. I went from food preparation, to running the dishwasher and then on to operating

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