At the heart of workplace safety is ensuring that the right people have access to the site and can move around safely. This means not only having trained and qualified workers present, but also ensuring that unauthorized individuals stay out.
Access Control as Part of Worksite Safety
Closed worksites, gates, and fences are the cornerstones of worksite safety. Alongside these, an access control system helps manage entry permits and their various levels. Only authorized individuals are allowed entry, and their movements can be tracked in real time.
People moving around the site must be well-briefed. Before receiving an access permit, it can be confirmed that the worker has completed the necessary briefings. Additionally, it can be verified whether the worker has a valid ID card, ensuring their identity. Nopsa’s mobile onboarding can also integrate completed certificates and licenses.
Workplace Safety and Emergencies
One of the most important reasons to control access to a worksite is to ensure safety in emergencies. In the event of an accident, it is critical to know who has been on site and where they have moved. Access control helps track personnel locations in real-time, speeding up evacuation and enabling a quick response. This minimizes risks and can even save lives.
Combating Unregistered Labor and the Informal Economy
Fighting unregistered labor and the informal economy is not only financially beneficial, but it also ensures that companies following the rules have equal opportunities to succeed. Nopsa ensures that everyone working on the site is registered, and their information can be reported to the tax authorities or the regional administration if needed. This helps companies avoid hefty fines and penalties that may arise if inspections reveal unauthorized workers or signs of an informal economy.
Only the right people in the right places – this simple principle is crucial to ensuring both safety and smooth operations on a worksite.
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