 Guide
to starting a new job this summer
Starting a new job can be scary. There’s the stress of making
friends, remembering where the loos are and keeping your cool
with angry customers. But there are other things you need to
think about when you start working that will help you stay
safe, healthy and happy while you earn over the summer. |
Who’s who?
Make sure you know who your supervisor is and how to find them
if you have a question, or need to talk about something that’s
bothering you. A survey of teentoday.co.uk visitors found out
that over half of you didn’t have a supervisor at work, which
is scary! You should always have someone you can turn to.
Ask questions
If you have a question about your job or where you work, then
ask it! If you’d rather not talk to your supervisor, then
speak to someone you work with who has enough experience to
give you a straight answer.
Know what you’re doing
Whatever job you’re doing, you should be trained to do it
safely. So before you start working, make sure you know
exactly what you’re doing. And if you need more training, ask
for it. Pay attention to what’s happening around you and watch
out for safety signs or instructions.
Leave fashion at home
If you’re given a uniform or equipment to wear that will
protect you as you do your job, make sure you wear it. High
heels just aren’t practical if you’re on your feet all day,
and your designer shades won’t help you see where you’re going
in a dark storeroom. You may not look your best but you’re at
work, not on a catwalk!
Take a break
Make sure you take the regular breaks you’re entitled to. If
you’re working at a computer, you should give your eyes a rest
every hour by doing something else, like filing, photocopying
or reading some paperwork. And remember to drink plenty of
water, especially if you’re working outside.
Keep an eye on yourself
You’re the best person to notice if you feel unwell because of
the things you do at work, so pay attention. If you start
getting back ache from carrying stuff around, or your skin
starts to go blotchy after changing the toner in the printer,
tell your supervisor about it. There are lots of things that
can affect your health long after you finish working over the
summer, so make sure you spot any problems while you still
have time to fix them.
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TOP TIP!
If you don't feel safe doing something, then
don't do it. Tell your supervisor why you feel
uncomfortable before doing something, not after! |
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