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Workplace Hazards and Risk Control

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Workplace Hazards and Risk Control These hazards can be controlled through the risk assessment process and by careful design construction of the workplace. Hazards in the Workplace When people move around in workplace they are exposed to a range of hazards simply by being pedestrians. These hazards can be categorized by the type of accident that they cause. Details of these categories, along with some typical conditions and environment in which each hazards might arise, follow. Slips, Trips and Falls on the same Level Typical slip hazards: ·         Smooth floor surfaces that are: -          Inherently slippery (e.g. polished marble). -          Wet because of spills or cleaning operations. ·         Contamination of a floor with slippery contaminant (e.g. oil or leaves) A person’s footwear can make a big difference to how vulnerable they are to slipping on a floor. Typical trip hazards: ·         Uneven or loose floor surfaces(e.g. broken
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The Main Causes of Fire and Fire Spread

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The Main Causes of Fire and Fire Spread Past Studies by the fire protection association into the causes of a range of industrial fires have indicated the following as the principle sources of fire in protection and storage areas. Production areas 1.      Heat-Producing plant and equipment 2.      Frictional heat and sparks 3.      Refrigeration plant 4.      Electrical equipment- setting fire to: a)      Materials being processes; b)     Dust; and c)      Waste and packing materials. Storage areas 1.      Intruders, including children 2.      Cigarettes and matches 3.      Refuse burning 4.      Electrical equipment – setting fire to: a)      Stored goods; and b)     Packing materials. Fire and instructions A fire instruction is a notice information people of the action they should take on either: a)      Hearing the alarm; or b)     Discovering a fire Other requirements In addition to displaying fire instruction people: 
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Developing and Implementing Safe Systems of Work

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Safe work systems are mandatory for all workplaces, regardless of the industry, location or size of the organization. "What is your safe work system?" It is the first question that a regulatory inspector will ask after a serious incident. WHS legislation requires that people who conduct business or businesses (PCBU) provide a safe work system for all workers. A secure work system can take many forms and includes physical security controls, training and written procedures. This course is designed to help managers and officials develop safe work systems. It analyzes current legal practice and expectations, and supports managers in the practical steps necessary to effectively manage WHS risks in the workplace. Responsibility of the Safety Employer ·         Read the safety and health poster in the workplace. ·         Comply with all applicable OSHA and Maine safety regulations. ·         Follow all employer safety and health regulations and regulations, and
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NEBOSH IGC Course Syllabus

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NEBOSH IGC Course Syllabus The international general certificate of Nebosh consists of three units, such as: International health and safety management (IGC1) Control risks in the workplace (GC2) Practical application of health and safety (GC3) What will you study in IGC 1: Management of international health and safety? Chapter 1: Foundation in Health and Safety. Chapter 2: HSMS Plan Chapter 3: HSMS-Do Chapter 4: HSMS-Check Chapter 5: HSMS – Law What will you study in NEBOSH GC2: Control hazards in the workplace? This unit was totally focused on the control of hazards in the workplace and on the different types of control measures available to eliminate, reduce or control it. Chapter 1: Occupational risks and risk control Chapter 2: Transport risks and risk control Chapter 3: Musculoskeletal risks and risk control Chapter 4: Hazards of the work team and risk control Chapter 5: Electrical Safety Chapter 6: Fire safety Chapter 7:
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What is The Difference between NEBOSH and IOSH?

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What is The Difference between NEBOSH and IOSH? What is Nebosh Course? NEBOSH (National Occupational Safety and Health Review Board) is an independent review board based in the United Kingdom that provides study programs and assessment criteria for nationally and internationally recognized health and safety certifications at work. NEBOSH courses are taught by accredited NEBOSH providers. What is IOSH Course? IOSH (Occupational Health and Safety Institution) is a world leader in the development of health and safety courses and the world's largest health and safety professional membership organization. Like NEBOSH, IOSH does not teach its own courses, but makes them available to approved course providers by IOSH, such as Safety-world . W ell, both are similar in that they are granting organizations that provide well-respected and widely recognized programs of study and criteria for ratings. Both offer a variety of qualifications, aimed at different levels and
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SAFETY OFFICER OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

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SAFETY OFFICER OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY The Senior Safety Officer will be dependable of guaranteeing the safety and health of ICRC staff, resources, activities and notoriety inside Nairobi and non-operational territories of Kenya. He/she will create powerful safety/health conventions and guarantee the measures are executed and clung to by all ICRC staff consistently. TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Exhort the Management group on the potential dangers to the ICRC staff, resources, activities and notoriety in light of the examination of the safety condition; Advise the Management group on the alterations required in the general way to deal with health/safety in accordance with the authoritative “Obligation of Care” commitments; Is in charge of the general administration of the safety and health office made out of nine staff individuals; Operational Guarantee a successful job of the health and safety office, through constant training, authority, the prepa
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How to improve health and safety at work. The scope of your health and safety program depends on the size of your business and the dangers at your particular workplace. In general, a small business can establish its health and safety policy and describe its program in a few pages. For examples of health and safety plans, visit the WorksafeBC website. Inspect your workplace Regularly check all equipment and tools to make sure they are well maintained and safe for use. Also check storage areas and review safe work procedures. Are the boxes in your storage area stacked securely? Are your employees instructed how to lift heavy goods without injury? Do your employees know where the fire exit is and where they should meet if there is a fire safety? Encourage training Proper training in health and safety is necessary for all employees, especially if there is a risk of potential injuries at work. If you need to choose a Health and Safety Representative (HSR) , you m
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