Housekeeping
A general rule for housekeeping is that all excess equipment, material, substances, etc. should as far as possible, be removed from the general workplace and stored in specified storage areas.
"A place for everything and everything in its place - always"
Tidiness not only makes hidden defects apparent but ensures that articles are in their proper place to be found as required. To work in a well-ordered workplace and vessel improves morale which in turn improves work performance, efficiency, productivity and general motivation of personnel.
Accidents such as slips and falls, collisions with objects, being struck by falling objects etc. are reduced where good house-keeping prevails.
On a well-ordered vessel, flammable and combustible materials would be stored properly - away from sources of ignition. Reactive materials will be stored separately in special facilities. Waste materials will be properly taken care of, minimising the accidental starting of fires. It is easier to extinguish a fire in a well-ordered workplace because of the improved accessibility to problem areas, achieved by good housekeeping.
Removal of harmful waste materials and proper storage and handling of hazardous substances would reduce the risk of exposing employees to hazards.
