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Housekeeping in Automated Areas
Most slips, trips and small fires start with what is on the floor.
What to control
| Item | Practice |
|---|---|
| Floor condition | Keep clear, dry and free of loose material |
| Cables and hoses | Routed and protected, never trailing |
| Waste and packaging | Cleared at defined intervals |
| Spill kits | Available and stocked |
| Storage | Nothing stored against guards or over walkways |
Making it stick
- Assign areas to named people and check them on a rota.
- Include housekeeping in shift handover.
- Fix the cause of recurring mess, not just the mess.
Housekeeping standards should be part of the site safety routine, not a one-off campaign.