This sign needs a little humor
Staying safe at the workplace is a very serious matter. The seriousness can be lightened up a bit by posting the safety rules as amusing slogans around the workplace. Not only will they make people chuckle, but they will stick in folks' heads better than some ominous sign simply telling them to be careful. There are different strategies that can be used for making these rules effective.
Rhyming
Rhyming rules will dance through your head like a little safety reminder jingle. Some rhyming slogans include: "Those who work the safest way live to see another day;" "A spill, a slip, a hospital trip;" and "Those precious fingers don't ignore, or they could end up on the floor." Others are: "If you mess up, 'fess up;" "Keep safety in mind; it will save your behind;" "Chance takers are accident-makers;" and "Falling objects can be brutal if you don't protect your noodle."
Brutal Warnings
Brutal, honest warnings are another way to go about making safety rules funny. The mention of money, common sense and the threat of bloody bodily harm are some themes in the following warning slogans. These include the brutal and rhyming "Your wife will spend your 401K if you get killed at work today;" and another reminder about cash: "Protect your hands; you need them to pick up your pay check." Common sense and mutilation are used in these three rules: "While on a ladder, never step back to admire your work;" "Hard hats, they're not just for decoration;" and "Let's all keep our heads, and other body parts, together."
Word Play
Using puns or word play is another way to get safety message across. These rules can range from general safety tips to those needed for specific equipment. Some examples include: "Safety glasses: All in favor say "Eye!" and "Safe crane operation is uplifting." More word play can be found with: "Unsafe acts will keep you in stitches;" "Shortcuts cut life short;" and "When you gamble with safety you bet your life."
