3 Safety Tips Every Woman Should Know In The Workplace

Long gone are the days when workplaces were dominated by the male sector of society and women were the prisoners of their own homes. Today, women are excelling in every industry whether it's corporate, medical or manufacturing. However, we cannot ignore the fact that India is still an unsafe country for women. Their safety is compromised even at the workplace with a recent example being the Kolkata doctor rape-murder case. Women have to become their own saviour and take responsibility for their safety, which urges the need to keep essential workplace safety tips at their fingertips.

3 Safety Tips To Follow At The Workplace

Here are the necessary tips women can follow to ensure their safety at the workplace:

Create Firm Boundaries

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Whether you are alone or with a group of colleagues, never hesitate to maintain your distance if you feel uncomfortable or unsafe by someone’s attention towards you. If someone’s body language or touch doesn't give the vibe of good intentions, don’t be afraid to put distance between yourself and the individual. It is never rude to put up boundaries in a potentially unsafe situation. At the end of the day, always remember to follow your intuition.

Do Not Hesitate To Report Any Unsafe Condition

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Whether it’s a vulgar comment or an appropriate touch, women often let it slide not to make it a big issue. That’s what we need to avoid. Not taking any action for the misconduct often gives the person the courage to try the next time. Give a verbal warning to the person misbehaving, if he doesn't show any signs of improvement, it's best to take early action against him.

Carry Tools For Self-Defense

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While many will say that the office is not a place to carry pepper spray, well the narratives have changed now. The workplace is no longer a safe place where we can feel protected. Therefore, it’s important to be prepared with the necessary tools to face uncertain situations. Items such as a safety whistle, mini flashlight and pepper spray are great options to have on hand when going on. Also, each of these tools can be easily clipped to a purse or keychain for quick access.

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