What should you do if you feel unsafe while using equipment?

Feeling unsafe while using equipment is a critical issue that requires immediate attention. Stopping work and consulting with a staff member about your concerns ensures that you address any potential safety hazards effectively. Staff members are typically trained to handle safety-related issues and can provide guidance on how to proceed safely. This approach promotes a culture of safety, allowing for the assessment of equipment and environment conditions, which might not be apparent to an individual using the equipment.

Keeping on working until you feel comfortable can lead to accidents or injuries, as it may ignore serious safety concerns. Asking a peer for advice could provide some support, but it lacks the authority and expertise that a trained staff member holds. Leaving the area immediately may not address the underlying issue, and the equipment or situation may still pose a risk to others if not evaluated properly. Consulting a staff member provides a more structured and effective response to safety concerns.