Internal Building Layout for Safety Efficiency

Internal Building Layout Presented By: Youstina Kaldas Mentor: Magdy Akladios University of Houston Clear Lake Safety Engineering Independent Study Mentorship- Fall 2014 ISM Teacher: Mrs. Click *Some information in this presentation comes from outside sources.

Magdy Akladios & Youstina Kaldas Dr. Akladios attended West Virginia University where he got his Masters of Business Administration degree and bachelors in Mechanical Engineering in Then he continued his education there and got a masters in Occupational Health & Safety and Industrial Engineering in In 1999 he got his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering. Areas of Interest: Ergonomics (Office and Industrial), Safety Engineering, Business &, Engineering Economy, Industrial Engineering, Construction & General Industry Safety, Environmental Sciences, and Hazard Analysis & Accident Investigation "Magdy Akladios, Ph.D., PE, CSP, CPE, CSHM | UH Department of Industrial Engineering." Magdy Akladios, Ph.D., PE, CSP, CPE, CSHM | UH Department of Industrial Engineering. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Oct

University of Houston- Clear Lake "University of Houston - Clear Lake." N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Oct "University of Houston, Clear Lake (UHCL)." Photos & Videos. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Oct

Why Safety? Through my presentation, I hope to educate the public about the many hazards and dangers found in the workplace as well as inform them on how to fix safety issues and create a threat free environment for workers. By gaining awareness of common hazards, injuries and accidents are greatly reduced.

Benefits of Promoting a Healthy Workplace To the organization 0 a well-managed health and safety program 0 a positive and caring image 0 improved staff morale 0 reduced staff turnover 0 reduced absenteeism 0 increased productivity 0 reduced health care/insurance costs 0 reduced risk of fines and litigation To the employee 0 a safe and healthy work environment 0 enhanced self-esteem 0 reduced stress 0 improved morale 0 increased job satisfaction 0 increased skills for health protection 0 improved health 0 improved sense of well- being "Occupational Health & Safety." Benefits of Workplace Safety and Health. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Oct

Tips and Tricks to a Safer Working Environment Knowledge is the key ingredient in providing a safe work environment—if everyone knows the correct procedures then accidents and injuries can be kept to a minimum. 0 briefing all new employees on work health and safety policy at induction 0 providing a training session to new employees on all safety procedures, including evacuation and other emergency procedures 0 making reasonable adjustments if required, e.g. providing clear markings and color contrasts on steps or pathways, building a ramp to allow access to a building and providing a parking space close to the place of employment for an employee in a wheelchair. 0 conduct relevant training on any new equipment or machinery. 0 review OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) logs, first aid logs, workers' compensation reports, complaints, and close calls "How to Provide a Safe Work Environment." Home. N.p., 12 Apr Web. 12 Oct

OSHA Standards 0 Top 10 – Most Accessed General Industry Standards 0 Blood borne Pathogens – Hazard Communication – Respiratory Protection – Occupational Noise Exposure – Powered Industrial Trucks – Permit-required Confined Spaces – Lockout/Tagout – Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response – Guarding Floor and Wall Openings and Holes – Personal Protective Equipment – "Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR)." Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR). OSHA, n.d. Web. 12 Oct

Internal Building Layout I will construct my own model of a workplace, exemplifying all of the safety techniques I had researched. This model will be a miniature, realistic layout of how a room, up to safety inspection, should function. The main purpose of my research project and presentation is to acquaint myself with material that will assist me in my future endeavors as well as educate others of the importance of safety in every environment

Holzman, Dr. Jonathan F. "Safety." N.p., 21 Aug Web. 12 Oct

Thank You to my mentor, Mr. Magdy Akladios, My wonderful ISM teacher, Mrs. Click, and my parents, Hala and Athanasius Kaldas

Conclusion I thoroughly enjoyed this mentorship and study because not only is it beneficial information to know, but it greatly applies to my focused area of study. 0 In conclusion, a pro-safety environment, not only offers a secure work place for employees, but also a more efficient workplace, therefore boosting production.

Sources sited 0 Holzman, Dr. Jonathan F. "Safety." N.p., 21 Aug Web. 12 Oct "How to Provide a Safe Work Environment." Home. N.p., 12 Apr Web. 12 Oct "University of Houston - Clear Lake." N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Oct "Occupational Health & Safety." Benefits of Workplace Safety and Health. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Oct "Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR)." Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR). OSHA, n.d. Web. 12 Oct "University of Houston, Clear Lake (UHCL)." Photos & Videos. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Oct