The Utility-Box Cutter Knife Safe Operating Procedure (SOP) is a guide to safe practices when using utility-box cutter knives.
It covers the hazards (sharp blades, biological hazards, cleaning chemicals, eye trauma, manual handling and poor housekeeping), the PPE to wear, safe handling and disposal of snapped-off blades, choosing a suitable knife, and operator training.
It also sets out the steps for operating the knife, emergency response to minor and severe lacerations, and a register to record employee training and induction.