Injuries in the workplace can cause a host of issues for restaurant owners.  It is both important and legally necessary to carry worker's compensation insurance.  Even a momentary lapse in coverage could spell disaster for your business.  Even if you have coverage, you still want to do everything within your power to prevent injury.  Here we’ve collected a short checklist to help ensure the safety and well-being of your restaurant employees.

1. Regularly examine your kitchen and prep areas

2. Maintain equipment – replace or remove anything that doesn’t work properly

3. Follow and train your staff on OSHA requirements

4. Have regular employee training on equipment use and safety procedures

5. Make sure your kitchen staff wears proper clothing and footwear

6. Ensure your kitchen area doesn’t get overcrowded

7. Purchase quality kitchen tools and equipment

8. Make sure all of your knives are sharp

9. Clean all tools, equipment and surfaces after each use

10. Make sure cutting boards have non-slip mats underneath or are bolted down

11. Keep several fully stocked first aid kits on hand

12. Put up wet floor signs whenever necessary

13. Remove clutter from counters and walkways

14. Clean up messes as soon as they’re made

15. Have regular building equipment inspections

16. Teach employees the proper way to lift heavy objects

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