Episode 11 - Health & Safety: Getting It Right
Smoke Break - Episode 11: Health & Safety: Getting It Right
Episode Duration: 8 minutes
Join host Mike Hernandez as he breaks down essential health and safety compliance strategies that protect your customers, team, and business. Learn practical approaches to maintaining a safe environment while meeting regulatory requirements.
Episode Overview
Master key compliance areas:
- Food safety protocols
- Employee safety measures
- Chemical handling procedures
- Documentation systems
- Emergency preparedness
Food Safety Management
Learn to implement:
- Temperature monitoring systems
- Equipment cleaning protocols
- Product freshness standards
- Coffee station maintenance
- Contamination prevention
Workplace Safety
Develop protocols for:
- Slip and fall prevention
- Proper lifting techniques
- Clear pathway maintenance
- Emergency exit management
- First aid kit maintenance
Chemical Safety
Master approaches for:
- Proper chemical storage
- Cleaning product labeling
- Spill response procedures
- Area separation protocols
- Staff training requirements
Documentation Systems
Create frameworks for:
- Cleaning schedule records
- Temperature monitoring logs
- Maintenance documentation
- Inspection checklists
- Compliance verification
Store Manager Action Item
This week's safety audit task:
- Complete store safety inspection
- Review all compliance documentation
- Check emergency equipment
- Verify staff knowledge of procedures
- Create improvement action plan
Resources Mentioned
- Visit cstorethrive.com for additional health and safety resources
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