Commercial laundries typically are hubs of activity. There’s pressure to get soiled goods in, sorted, washed, dried, finished, packed out and onto trucks bound for customers. This completes the cycle, which then starts again quickly. Unfortunately, in the thick of the action, mishaps can happen—with varying degrees of seriousness. Below, we outline first-aid protocols for plant employees to encourage them to take action as needed.

First Aid

• When an incident occurs that requires first aid, such as a minor cut, utilize the first-aid kit.
• Always report injuries immediately, no matter how minor, to a manager.
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