Vibration
Hazards and Control Measures
We have two types of the vibration hazards which are related
to our workplace. These are:
1. Hand-Arm Vibration HAV
2. Whole Body Vibration
WBV
Hand-arm
Vibration
Most of the time the workers which are using power tools are at risk of facing the first type of vibration hazard which is Hand-Arm Vibration.
Health safety and welfare
requirements of Construction Site
Construction workplace have several
health, safety, and welfare requirements. These are the most important things
which should be provided before/during commencing the activities on a site.
In this article I will try to cover
all the requirements to setting a new workspace so that we can familiar of what
can be asked by a health & safety local legislation body at any time and we
can make ourself able to show the compliance.
Welfare requirements for the offices/Sites are:
Accident
Investigation
Workplace accident investigation is
an ideal tool identify the outcomes which will arise after the accident.
Why do you need to investigate
occupational accidents?
For identification the cause of
incident.
To prevent comparative accidents
later
To meet legal needs.
To determine the cost of an
accident
Determines the consistency of
product safety guidelines.
To process a worker's payment
request
In either case, you should
investigate the event, which does not include injury or property damage, to
determine which risks need to be adjusted. Don't believe you are twice as
happy.
It is important for the organization
to review the accident concisely at the moment of the actual accident occur.
Inappropriate or false investigations
can confuse the problem and increase the expected risk. Accident investigations
are conducted by health and safety experts who visit the site to understand the
current reality.
The purpose of accident
investigation is to avoid reoccurrence.
Similar accidents can occur later if
you can’t able to find the reason for the accident once you have done the
identification you can easily find a way to control or eliminate it.
Frustration is rarely a reason of an
accident. Workplaces, work restrictions, management issues or lack of work
experience can be the reasons of an incident.
You need to examine all these to
determine what is the reason behind the incident, once identified we can
eliminate it or control it.
Once the cause is identified,
precautions should be taken and applied to prevent recurrence. HSE Officers
should always remember that successful accident investigation involves finding
the truth, not the errors.
To explain why and how the accident
happened? Safety officers need to collect data about incident that occurred
before and during the incident. The safety officers were then able to determine
the circumstances of the incident /accident by looking at the actual evidence
and meeting with the witness. It is important to kept the record of the steps
taken after the accident.
Three things we need to
consider for preventing accidents.
1.
The data which we collect needs to
be investigated adequately.
2.
A recovery drill needs to be
conducted.
3.
All the activities must be adhered
with local legislative.
Important measures which need to be
consider for accident investigation.
Your organization's safety and
health for the projects should include the following things for Accident
Investigation.
What type of error do you need to
investigate?
Who needs to investigate and what
needs to be investigated?
What kind of preparation do safety
officers need to make investigation?
Who examines the report and provides
awareness and suggestions?
Do I Need a medical treatment for all
injury/Wounds?
Incident lead to property damage?
Are there any accidents that could
cause real injuries or serious financial accidents?
Reportable accident
All the accidents that will in
result of serious injury need to be reported to the Ministry of labor (MOL). It
is a legal requirement to report it to concern authorities. Ministry will then
issue the advisory to all the related parties to avoid the reoccurrence.
Demolition hazards & control measures
Demolition work involves the dismantling,
destruction, or removal of structures, buildings, or other infrastructures.
Demolition work can be hazardous due to the presence of numerous risks such as
falling objects, electrical hazards, and exposure to hazardous substances.
Therefore, it is essential to identify, assess, and control the hazards
associated with demolition work to ensure the safety of workers and the general
public. In this article, we will discuss demolition hazards and controls.
Falling
Objects: During demolition work, there is a
risk of falling objects such as bricks, debris, and equipment. Falling objects
can cause serious injuries or even death if they hit a worker or a member of
the public. The risk of falling objects can be reduced by using safety nets,
barricades, and warning signs.
Electrocution: Demolition work often involves the use of heavy equipment that can
come into contact with overhead power lines. This can cause electrocution and
result in serious injuries or death. Workers should be trained on the safe use
of equipment and should be made aware of the location of overhead power lines.
The use of insulated tools and equipment is also recommended.
Hazardous
Materials: Demolition work may involve the
presence of hazardous materials such as asbestos, lead, and mold. These
materials can cause serious health problems if they are not properly handled
and removed. Workers should be trained on the safe handling and removal of
hazardous materials. Personal protective equipment such as respirators and
protective clothing should be worn.
Noise
Pollution: Demolition work can produce high
levels of noise that can cause hearing loss or other health problems. Workers
should wear earplugs or earmuffs to protect their hearing. Noise barriers can
also be installed to reduce the impact of noise on the surrounding environment.
Structural
Failure: Demolition work can cause the
structure being demolished to fail prematurely. This can cause serious injuries
or death to workers or members of the public. The demolition contractor should
carry out a structural assessment to identify any weak points and ensure that
the structure is properly supported before any demolition work commences.
Planning: A detailed demolition plan should be developed and approved by
relevant authorities. The plan should identify the hazards and risks associated
with the demolition work and outline measures to control or eliminate these
hazards.
Training: Workers should be trained on the safe use of equipment, the
handling of hazardous materials, and the use of personal protective equipment.
Equipment: The use of appropriate equipment such as cranes, excavators, and
jackhammers should be used to minimize the risk of injury or damage.
Site
Preparation: The site should be properly
prepared before any demolition work commences. This includes the removal of
hazardous materials, the installation of barricades and warning signs, and the
proper support of the structure being demolished.
Environmental
Controls: Measures should be taken to
control noise pollution, dust, and other environmental impacts.
Supervision: A qualified supervisor should be present on site to ensure that the
demolition work is carried out safely and according to the plan.
Demolition work can be hazardous due to the
presence of numerous risks such as falling objects, electrical hazards, and
exposure to hazardous substances. Therefore, it is essential to identify,
assess, and control the hazards associated with demolition work to ensure the
safety of workers and the general public. The use of appropriate equipment, the
proper handling and removal of hazardous materials, the installation of safety
measures such as safety nets, barricades, and warning signs, and the presence
of a qualified supervisor are all important controls that can be used to
mitigate the risks associated with demolition work. By implementing these
controls, we can ensure that demolition work is carried out safely and
efficiently.
