1) Good housekeeping is important for safety as it prevents hazards from tools, materials, and substances left around the work area that could cause accidents. 2) It is everyone's responsibility to keep their work area clean and organized to find items easily, work efficiently, and allow quick emergency response. 3) Hazards to watch out for include tripping hazards, impact hazards from objects left around, puncture/splinter hazards, electrical hazards, chemical exposure, and conditions enabling chemical reactions or fires.

1. Good Housekeeping Last updated 6/9/2008