Safety Management

Safety is a freedom from harm or the danger of harm. also refers to the precautions people take to prevent accident. Expert safety engineers work in the field of accident prevention. They design structures and equipment to make homes, schools, jobs, highways, and communities safer.

Responsibility for Safety Safety is everyone ’ s responsibility. Individuals,business and industry, government agencies, and private organizations share the obligation to protect people from needless injury in death. Individuals have many safety responsibilities. -you should follow the manufacturer ’ s instructions on all products. -purchase the proper tool or appliance for the work to be done, and never use advice beyond its limitations. -report any unsafe conditions in the community to the proper officials. -provide safety instructions to children. -drive safety.

Business and industry have responsibilities for the safety of customers and employees. They have an obligation to manufacture products that are safe to use, and they must give consumers complete instructions that will prevent accidents. Employers also have the duty to provide safe working conditions and safety educations programs for employees, and to hold frequent fire drills. They must furnish safety equipment and have enough exits for the use in an emergency.

Industrial Safety area of safety engineering and public health, deals with the protection of workers ’ health through control of ht work environment to reduce or eliminate hazards. Industrial accidents and unsafe working conditions can results in temporary or permanent injury, illness or even death. Industrial accidents also take toll in reduced efficiency and loss productivity.

Hazards and their Prevention various external sources, such as chemical, biological, or physical hazards, can cause work-related injury. hazards may also result from ate interaction between worker and environment; these so-called ergonomic hazards can caused psychological or psychological stress.

System approach The system approach examines the following areas; all work locations eliminate or control hazards operating methods and practices the training of employees and supervisors. The system approach, moreover, demands a thorough examination of all accidents and “near misses”. Key facts about accident and injuries are recorded, along with the history of the worker involved, to check and eliminate any patterns that might lead to hazards

also pays special attention to the capabilities and limitations of the working population. it recognized large individual difference among people in their physical and psychological capabilities. the job and the worker, should appropriately matched wherever possible.

Safety Engineering this field of engineering has as its object the prevention of accident. in recent years safety engineering has become a specialty adopted by inviduals trained in other branches of engineering. safety engineers develop methods and procedures to safeguard workers in hazardous occupations. they also assist in designing machinery, factories, ships, and roads, suggesting alterations and improvements to reduce the likelihood of accident.

Accident Unintended and unforeseen event, usually resulting in personal injury or property damage. In law, the term is usually limited to events not involving negligence, that is, the carelessness or misconduct of a party involved or to ma los caused by lightning, floods, of other natural events Act of God. It designates an expected event, especially if it causes injury or damage without reference to the negligence or fault of an individual.

The basic causes such accidents of are: Unsafe conditions of machinery Equipment or surroundings The unsafe actions of person that are caused by ignorance or neglect of safety principles.

SAFETY AT HOME Most people consider their home a safe place, but it maybe ht most dangerous place of all. About one third of all accidental injuries occur in the home. Household mishaps rank second only to high way accidents as a cause of accidental death. With planning, your home can be safe and comfortable.

Nearly all accidents that occur in the home can be prevented by following basic safety rules in the kitchen, in the bathroom, in utility areas and in the yard. You must take precautions for safety with electricity and for protection against fire.

IN THE KITCHEN It is the busiest room and one of the most dangerous. Climbing and reaching cause many accidents in the kitchen. Never use chair, table or pile of boxes as a ladder. Use a real ladder, and have someone hold it for if possible. Do not lean to the side while on the ladder.

Careful storage reduces awkward climbing and reaching. To prevent cuts, keep kitchen knives in knife rack, not lose in drawer. Store sharp- edged tools in a rack or box. Sweep up broken glass as soon as possible, and never pick up glass splinters with your bare hands.

IN THE BATHROOM Falls are one of the most dangers n the bathroom. To prevent them, use a rubber mat or adhesive- backed vinyl strips called appliqués in the bathtub or shower stall. Install a sturdy handrail to the wall over the tub. Keep soap in a holder so you can reach it easily and to prevent it from falling underfoot. Use only non-skid bathroom rugs, and wipe up spilled lotions, other liquids, and powders to prevent slipping.

Medicine cabinets contains many dangerous items. Use a medicine cabinet with a lock so that aspirin and other drugs can be kept away from youngsters. Never tell children that a medicine tastes like candy. Whenever you take medication, read the label carefully to be certain of the instructions Dry your hands thoroughly before using a hairdryer or any other electric appliance. Water is a good conductor of electricity, and you could be electrocuted by touching anything electrical while your hands or feet are wet.

In the utility areas Depends largely on the careful use of such dangerous items as power tools, appliances, and poisonous chemicals. Do-it-yourself projects can be dangerous. Select your tools carefully, handle them with caution, and clean up thoroughly after you finish working. Dress properly when you work with power tools.

In the yard If you used a spade or shovel when gardening, wear heavy work shoes to prevent foot injuries. Use work gloves to protect your hands from cuts and scratches. Learn to recognize poison ivy so you can stay away from it. If you use a fertilizer, pesticide, or weed killer, avoid breathing the dust or spray and try not to get it on your skin.

Safety from fire Most of the deaths and injuries that are caused by fire occur at home. Some simple precautions can help keep your home – the people in it – safe from fire. Keep matches and flammable materials away from children. Never allow youngsters to play with fire. Check all electric wiring and replace any that seems worn or defective

Safety in school School officials try to make their institutions as safe as possible. They conduct safety training programs for student and teachers and hold regular fire drills. The Fire Code requires schools to provide clearly mark exits, fire escapes, and first-aid equipment.

In corridors and on stairways Many accidents occur because students are rushing to get the next class or to go home. You can lessen the danger of an accident by walking, not running, in corridors. Stay to the right, and do not crowd or shove.

In classrooms Keep your feet our of the aisles. Do not leave scissors or other pointed tools on chairs or desks where they could injure someone. Do not throw such items as pencils, pens, paper clips at other students. Thrown objects can cause serious eye injuries. Do not push or crowd when entering or leaving a classroom. Help prevent accidents by reporting broken chairs, desks, and other equipment

In other school areas Safety precautions are essential in science laboratories. Each lab should be equipped with one of two types of fire extinguishers – liquefied gas or dry chemical. Such fire extinguishers, unlike hose filled with water, can be used on oil, grease, or electric appliances that catch fire.

Every laboratory should also have first-aid equipment, a safety shower, and a spray for rinsing the eyes or face. When working on certain projects, students should wear a lab apron and an eye or face shield.

Prepared by: Jocelyn O. Vergara