Smoke Break - Episode 7: Safety First - Protecting Your Team and Customers

Episode Duration: 8 minutes

Join host Mike Hernandez as he shares essential strategies for implementing and maintaining comprehensive safety protocols in your store. Learn how to create a secure environment that protects both team members and customers.

Episode Overview

Master critical safety elements:

• Food safety protocols
• Physical safety measures
• Emergency procedures
• Security systems
• Regulatory compliance

Food Safety Management

Learn to implement:

• Temperature monitoring systems
• Food rotation protocols
• Storage requirements
• Cleaning procedures
• Documentation practices

Physical Safety Protocols

Create systems for:

• Spill management
• Hazard prevention
• Emergency exit maintenance
• Lighting maintenance
• Equipment safety

Emergency Response

Develop protocols for:

• Fire emergencies
• Medical situations
• Severe weather
• Power outages
• Robbery scenarios

Safety Leadership

Master approaches to:

• Team safety training
• Regular inspections
• Equipment maintenance
• Cash handling procedures
• PPE management

Assistant Manager Action Item

This week's safety enhancement task:

1. Conduct store safety walk-through
2. Identify potential hazards
3. Implement immediate fixes
4. Update safety procedures
5. Train team on protocols

Resources Mentioned

• Visit cstorethrive.com for additional safety management resources

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