Bite-related cases, not surprisingly, are the number two reason for injury claims. The most disturbing element in the daily schedule of kennel personnel is the disregard for personal safety. This involves not only employees, but kennel owners themselves. Hours are spent on upgrading the facility to ensure the animal's safety, but safe business practices are not always followed to ensure human safety. For many, the answer to that is that they are long on safety but short on style.
Many jobs today require that safety equipment be available and used by employees.
Training in the use of this equipment and records of specific training kept in employee files is a requirement that is often overlooked. Many of these injuries, however, can be prevented by simply using easily obtainable and relatively inexpensive safety equipment. Let's review the cost of the necessary equipment to prevent injuries from happening. Whether you choose clear or tinted designer styles, well-constructed wraparounds will protect from both sides and from above. Lightweight and comfortable, they should be used by all personnel to protect their eyes.