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Originally Posted by Carol

Safety is more than just wearing glasses. Do you wear gloves while handling sharp metal? When you lift something heavy, such as the robot, do you use proper lifting techniques? Are you using the proper guards and safety devices on the machines? Do you limit horseplay in the work area? Does everyone take off jewelry and tie back long hair? Do you have a first aid kit handy? Do you know who to call in case of an incident?

A safety captain can and should enforce all these practices. Actually, everyone should be looking out for everyone else. fingers and eyes don't grow back. And it can take only one incident to get you kicked out of your facility.
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Exactly. That is the true meaning of being a safety captain. Safety glasses are important but there's more to it than that. I think it is more about ensuring that safety is seen by everyone involved.