Our group placed the public health sticker on the truck safety sign for the Cardinal Health Company located on McKinley Drive, Tampa. Cardinal Health is a company that strives to promote better, safer healthcare delivery to hospitals, pharmacies, and clinics. Cardinal Health put the truck safety sign up before the entrance to the gate, so when the trucks pull up it is a constant reminder of the safety rules they must uphold. We chose this location because McKinley Drive has a high traffic volume. Many accidents can occur if safety rules are not met, especially when it comes to safely operate heavy machinery, like trucks. Since Cardinal Health is an active transportation service, there will be countless trucks frequently coming and going. It is important that the truck drivers accurately and efficiently enter the premises so as not to hold up any ongoing traffic. This represents a major public health issue because it is a form of primary prevention. This particular company has this sign up to remind the drivers to follow the stated actions: 1) Set parking brake, 2) Turn off engine, and 3) Chock the wheels. Moreover, when it comes to larger corporations, such as Cardinal Health, safety rules are a necessary implementation. It is an important issue because it ensures the safety of both truck drivers and any personnel who work with the trucks. The sign helps truck drivers to be informed or reminded on how to safely secure the trucks. For example, if the brakes were not properly secured, then it the truck would move without any supervision; which might lead to a detrimental accident. To prevent any hazards or unnecessary accidents with operating heavy machinery, the sign reminds truck drivers how to both accurately and efficiently secure the truck when they arrive.
-Jelise Singh
-Re'Shawna Funderburk
-Jamiera Franklin
-Ivan Salazar
Jelise, Re'shawna, Jamiera, and Ivan, great job! This was an awesome spot to place the "this is public health" sticker. I think it is a very creative and original spot. People don't really realize that truck safety is a public health hazard. It is great that Cardinal Health has a sign up in order to remind drivers of the safety precautions that need to be taken, especially since it is a list...and we have learned in class that check lists are very effective! Also, I liked how you related it to primary prevention. It is important that these safety precautions are followed because, as you have said, McKinley Drive is a busy area. Good job everyone, your post was interesting to read.
ReplyDeleteI think that this is a very cool idea. Many people wouldn't think that something like this is public health related, but it is a very big one and I’m glad that your group was able to place it up here to hopefully make it more known. In places like that with trucks all around if you don’t act safely then there could be a whole lot of injuries or death that are just not necessary. Trucking can be dangerous but these few rules can make it better for everyone involved. Great Job. :]
ReplyDeleteI like the location you chose to place your sticker. People often forget that those simple safety rules can go a long way. Following proper instructions has always been the best way to prevent any dangerous accidents. I especially like the fact that the sign displays a sort of checklist, providing the drivers a constant reminder in proper safety rules. I'm sure these signs save these companies from multiple accidents, keeping the public and their workers safe.
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