This document provides guidelines for fire safety in factories in Cambodia. It outlines legal requirements for emergency preparedness and procedures. Key recommendations include conducting emergency drills twice per year, installing fire detection and evacuation systems, ensuring unobstructed emergency exits, storing flammables safely, maintaining electrical systems, and providing fire safety training to managers and workers. The guidelines aim to prevent catastrophic loss of life and property from fires.
An explosion occurred at a utility boiler, injuring three personnel who were attempting to restart it. The investigation found they had used an unauthorized temporary bypass method for lighting the boiler that involved opening bypass valves without first closing block valves downstream, allowing LPG to enter the furnace. Non-compliance with safety procedures on management of change and control of equipment defects contributed to the accident. Lessons included following safe operating procedures, obtaining authorization for changes, and ensuring all personnel are properly trained.
Industrial Fire Safety is the set of practices intended to reduce the destruction caused by fire.
Industrial Fire Safety measures include those that are intended to prevent ignition of an uncontrolled fire, and those that are used to limit the development and effects of a fire after it starts.
Industrial fire safety is primarily a management activity which is concerned with
Reducing
Controlling &
Eliminating fire accident from the industries or industrial units.
Common Causes For Fire Hazards InIndustries - Electrical systems that are overloaded, resulting in hot wiring or connections, or failed components
Combustible storage areas with insufficient protection
Combustibles near equipment that generates heat, flame, or sparks
Candles and other open flames
Smoking (Cigarettes, cigars, pipes, lighters, etc.)
Equipment that generates heat and utilizes combustible materials
Four E's of Fire Safety - Engineering: i.e. safety at the design, equipment installation stage.
Education: i.e. education of employees in fire safety practices.
Enlistment: i.e. it concerns the attitude of the employees and management towards the programmed and its purpose. This necessary arose the interest of employees in fire accident prevention and safety consciousness.
Encouragement: i.e. to enforce adherence to fire safe rules and practices.Industrial Fire Safety Instruments
Over time, an increased understanding of the many factors that contribute to the risk of fire has led to positive developments in the fire protection of industrial structures. Improvements in public fire protection systems and services, as well as increased use of private active or passive systems through fire-protection and loss-control engineering, has meant an overall decrease in the cost of industrial fire hazards. A discussion of the factors affecting insurance premium
1) Fires are dangerous and can hurt or destroy things in your home. Smoke from fires can make it hard to see and escape.
2) The document provides tips to stay safe from fires at home, including never putting things over lamps, standing too close to fireplaces, and not playing with matches or electrical cords.
3) Smoke alarms can help detect fires even if you can't see or smell smoke. It's important to have a home fire escape plan and practice it with an adult. The plan should include finding two exits from each room and staying low to escape smoke and heat.
Risk Assessment At Tank- Truck Unloading Section Of LPG Bottling Plant I Gaur...Gaurav Singh Rajput
The document summarizes a risk assessment conducted at the LPG tank truck unloading section of an LPG bottling plant. The objectives were to identify hazards, assess risks through fault tree analysis and event tree analysis, and estimate individual and societal risk. Methodology included HAZOP study to identify hazards, consequence analysis using PHAST Risk software, and calculation of individual risk using thermal radiation exposure models. Key findings were an individual risk of 1x10-4 per year and societal risk within acceptable limits defined by the F-N curve. Recommendations to reduce risk included following standard operating procedures and improving safety systems.
A near miss working at height where 3 contractors were working next to an
unprotected edge, with a fall potential of over 30 feet. They
were inside the barrier, and were not using fall restraint or fall
arrest equipment. 2 scaffolders were installing eyebolts (drilling
activity) for a new scaffolding handrail structure.
The potential for a fall was clear, not only for the 3 people but also for equipment to fall onto people working below.
Standard Operating Practices (SOPs) and Standard Maintenance Practices (SMPs)...Bimal Chandra Das
1. The document provides operating rules for crane operators, outlining proper procedures for safely lifting and moving loads.
2. Key rules include centering the crane over the load before lifting, operating the crane smoothly, keeping lifting ropes vertical, ensuring the area is clear before lifting, and checking that loads are lifted high enough to clear obstructions.
3. Operators are instructed to test hoist brakes with near capacity loads, secure slings and hooks properly, avoid overloading the crane, and follow shutdown procedures by raising hooks, parking in designated locations, and turning all controls off before leaving the crane.
Between 2007 and 2011 there were three critical injuries involving mobile cranes at construction sites across Ontario, according to ministry reports. Some of these incidents occurred when cranes overturned and contacted electrical conductors or when the cranes or the material that they were lifting struck or crushed workers when the load was dropped.
1. The document announces a series of mock fire drills to be conducted at various buildings within the RAK FTZ over the next two weeks, providing the dates, locations, and times for each drill.
2. During the drills, all activities should stop, drawers and doors should be closed, and employees, clients, and visitors should evacuate the buildings in an orderly fashion through the nearest staircases and report to the designated emergency assembly points outside.
3. The electricity will be shut off during each drill, and entry to the buildings will be prohibited for the duration of the drills. Those with health issues are asked to wait on the ground floors in the minutes before each drill begins.
An explosion occurred at a utility boiler, injuring three personnel who were attempting to restart it. The investigation found they had used an unauthorized temporary bypass method for lighting the boiler that involved opening bypass valves without first closing block valves downstream, allowing LPG to enter the furnace. Non-compliance with safety procedures on management of change and control of equipment defects contributed to the accident. Lessons included following safe operating procedures, obtaining authorization for changes, and ensuring all personnel are properly trained.
Industrial Fire Safety is the set of practices intended to reduce the destruction caused by fire.
Industrial Fire Safety measures include those that are intended to prevent ignition of an uncontrolled fire, and those that are used to limit the development and effects of a fire after it starts.
Industrial fire safety is primarily a management activity which is concerned with
Reducing
Controlling &
Eliminating fire accident from the industries or industrial units.
Common Causes For Fire Hazards InIndustries - Electrical systems that are overloaded, resulting in hot wiring or connections, or failed components
Combustible storage areas with insufficient protection
Combustibles near equipment that generates heat, flame, or sparks
Candles and other open flames
Smoking (Cigarettes, cigars, pipes, lighters, etc.)
Equipment that generates heat and utilizes combustible materials
Four E's of Fire Safety - Engineering: i.e. safety at the design, equipment installation stage.
Education: i.e. education of employees in fire safety practices.
Enlistment: i.e. it concerns the attitude of the employees and management towards the programmed and its purpose. This necessary arose the interest of employees in fire accident prevention and safety consciousness.
Encouragement: i.e. to enforce adherence to fire safe rules and practices.Industrial Fire Safety Instruments
Over time, an increased understanding of the many factors that contribute to the risk of fire has led to positive developments in the fire protection of industrial structures. Improvements in public fire protection systems and services, as well as increased use of private active or passive systems through fire-protection and loss-control engineering, has meant an overall decrease in the cost of industrial fire hazards. A discussion of the factors affecting insurance premium
1) Fires are dangerous and can hurt or destroy things in your home. Smoke from fires can make it hard to see and escape.
2) The document provides tips to stay safe from fires at home, including never putting things over lamps, standing too close to fireplaces, and not playing with matches or electrical cords.
3) Smoke alarms can help detect fires even if you can't see or smell smoke. It's important to have a home fire escape plan and practice it with an adult. The plan should include finding two exits from each room and staying low to escape smoke and heat.
Risk Assessment At Tank- Truck Unloading Section Of LPG Bottling Plant I Gaur...Gaurav Singh Rajput
The document summarizes a risk assessment conducted at the LPG tank truck unloading section of an LPG bottling plant. The objectives were to identify hazards, assess risks through fault tree analysis and event tree analysis, and estimate individual and societal risk. Methodology included HAZOP study to identify hazards, consequence analysis using PHAST Risk software, and calculation of individual risk using thermal radiation exposure models. Key findings were an individual risk of 1x10-4 per year and societal risk within acceptable limits defined by the F-N curve. Recommendations to reduce risk included following standard operating procedures and improving safety systems.
A near miss working at height where 3 contractors were working next to an
unprotected edge, with a fall potential of over 30 feet. They
were inside the barrier, and were not using fall restraint or fall
arrest equipment. 2 scaffolders were installing eyebolts (drilling
activity) for a new scaffolding handrail structure.
The potential for a fall was clear, not only for the 3 people but also for equipment to fall onto people working below.
Standard Operating Practices (SOPs) and Standard Maintenance Practices (SMPs)...Bimal Chandra Das
1. The document provides operating rules for crane operators, outlining proper procedures for safely lifting and moving loads.
2. Key rules include centering the crane over the load before lifting, operating the crane smoothly, keeping lifting ropes vertical, ensuring the area is clear before lifting, and checking that loads are lifted high enough to clear obstructions.
3. Operators are instructed to test hoist brakes with near capacity loads, secure slings and hooks properly, avoid overloading the crane, and follow shutdown procedures by raising hooks, parking in designated locations, and turning all controls off before leaving the crane.
Between 2007 and 2011 there were three critical injuries involving mobile cranes at construction sites across Ontario, according to ministry reports. Some of these incidents occurred when cranes overturned and contacted electrical conductors or when the cranes or the material that they were lifting struck or crushed workers when the load was dropped.
1. The document announces a series of mock fire drills to be conducted at various buildings within the RAK FTZ over the next two weeks, providing the dates, locations, and times for each drill.
2. During the drills, all activities should stop, drawers and doors should be closed, and employees, clients, and visitors should evacuate the buildings in an orderly fashion through the nearest staircases and report to the designated emergency assembly points outside.
3. The electricity will be shut off during each drill, and entry to the buildings will be prohibited for the duration of the drills. Those with health issues are asked to wait on the ground floors in the minutes before each drill begins.
The hierarchy of control is an approach to minimize or eliminate hazards by:
1) Eliminating the hazard completely through removal or repair.
2) Substituting hazardous materials or processes with less hazardous ones.
3) Isolating hazards through guards, barriers or containment.
4) Using engineering controls like ventilation, insulation or machine guarding.
5) Implementing administrative controls through policies, training and supervision.
6) As a last resort, using personal protective equipment like ear plugs or gloves.
This document provides an overview of Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies, which are a technique used to identify potential hazards and operability problems in processes. It describes the origins, purpose, methodology, and typical components of a HAZOP study. Key aspects covered include identifying potential deviations from normal operating conditions using guidewords, determining causes and consequences of deviations, evaluating existing safeguards, and developing recommendations to address identified hazards. The document also outlines the HAZOP process, including defining nodes to segment the system, assigning a team to conduct the study, and systematically analyzing each node using guidewords across parameters.
This 8-page fire risk assessment document identifies several hazards for a workshop including: lack of permits, improper PPE, manual handling, lone working, poor housekeeping, unloading materials, power tool usage, bending activities, drilling, chemical handling, combustible materials, flammable liquids, and emergency response issues. For each hazard, the document rates the initial risk level, identifies controls to implement, and assigns responsible parties. It then provides the reduced residual risk rating after controls are in place. The overall goal is to reduce initial "High Risk" ratings to "Low Risk" through implementation of proper safety protocols and controls.
To use a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA): tighten all straps after securing the backpack-style apparatus on your shoulders; turn the knob away from you until a bell sounds to activate oxygen flow; fit and tighten the mask securely so air does not leak out, and attach its line to confirm oxygen is flowing before breathing. The author has extensive experience with SCBAs from training daily with them at Tolles Technical Institute, where they are critical firefighting equipment.
This document discusses work permit systems and their importance for safety. It outlines the key aspects that work permits address like nature of work, equipment, location, hazards. Work permits are used to authorize specific jobs in defined areas and times. They aim to prevent accidents by clearly identifying responsibilities and hazards. The document also discusses types of work permits for hot work, confined space entry, excavation and their associated precautions to minimize risks.
What are the main hazards in construction?
What are the main hazards in construction?
« Back to Table of Contents
Among the dangers in construction are:
•Falls from working at height,
•Crush injuries in excavation work,
•Slips and trips,
•Being struck by falling objects,
•Moving heavy loads,
•Bad working positions, often in confined spaces,
•Being struck or crushed by a workplace vehicle,
•Receiving injuries from hand tools,
•Inhalation of dust,
•Handling of rough materials,
•Exposure to dangerous substances (chemical and biological),
•Working near, in, or over water,
•Exposure to radiation,
•Loud noise,
•Vibration from tools or vibrating machinery.
Safety in gas cutting requires understanding hazards, proper equipment use, and risk assessment. Key precautions include: knowing equipment parts and how to handle leaks, fires, or backfires; removing combustibles; using protective gear; and maintaining equipment. A risk assessment should consider training, permits, and job safety analysis to minimize dangers.
The document provides information for fire brigade members on firefighting equipment and techniques. It covers the components of fire, classes of fire, fire extinguishing methods, self-contained breathing apparatus, and stages of fire development. Practical firefighting skills like handling hoses and breathing apparatus are also discussed.
This presentation is about how to handle a fire incident. This was created and presented to increase awareness among personnel regarding fire incident in industrial building.
This presentation covers the knots used in firefighting & rescue. Includes basic description of the knot and it’s use, advantages, disadvantages, video of the knots being tied. Shows how to tie 19 knots. Most with video on how to tie the knots. Presentation is over 80 slides in length.
The document provides guidance on working at heights safely. It discusses proper use of personal fall arrest systems, mobile elevating work platforms, scaffolds, ladders, and other equipment. Key safety practices include inspecting equipment for damage, using fall protection properly anchored to certified points, maintaining three-point contact on ladders, and keeping work areas and access/egress points clear of debris.
This document provides information about fire basics including the causes of fire, the fire triangle, fire classification, types of fire extinguishers and how to use them, and actions to take in case of a fire. It discusses that poor housekeeping, careless smoking, and welding/gas cutting can cause fires. It explains that there are 5 types of fires classified and that the success of extinguishing depends on properly working fire equipment, training, and using the correct extinguisher for the type of fire. The document also outlines the different types of fire extinguishers for various types of fires like water, DCP, foam, CO2, and halon and how to properly operate a fire extinguisher.
This document discusses near miss reporting and examples of unsafe acts and conditions. It provides a non-exhaustive list of unsafe acts like operating equipment without permission, defeating safety devices, or not using protective equipment. Unsafe conditions include lack of guarding, inadequate lighting, or faulty equipment. Contributing factors are also examined, like lack of skills/knowledge from inadequate training, job factors like poor equipment maintenance, and personal factors such as distractions. Complacency is highlighted as a major threat. The document advocates for measures to improve skills/knowledge through training, supervision, and setting examples. It also stresses the importance of considering attitudes like behaviors, values, standards, and judgments.
Presentation Objectives : To inform participants of their personal responsibility toward fire safety and injury prevention.
Fires affect thousands of companies each year resulting in injury, lost customer trust and building damage. By establishing a fire prevention and preparedness program, you can help avoid injuries to your employees and visitors, costly damages, and potential fines to your business.
A list of all major fire hazards, proper handling and storage procedures for hazardous materials, potential ignition sources and their control, and the type of fire protection equipment necessary to control each major hazard has been expounded in the presentation.
1) The document provides examples of near misses and defines near misses as incidents that do not result in injury or property damage but have the potential to. It lists types of unsafe acts and conditions that can lead to near misses and accidents.
2) Different definitions of near miss are presented from various organizations. Examples of near misses include failures of safety devices, falling objects, and slips or trips that do not result in injury.
3) Unsafe acts listed include not using PPE and defeating safety devices, while unsafe conditions include lack of guarding, inadequate lighting, and poor housekeeping. Both human factors and system/equipment factors can contribute to unsafe situations.
The document discusses fire safety measures for schools in Kenya. It recommends that schools implement various fire prevention and response measures, such as installing fire detectors and CCTV cameras, conducting fire drills, providing fire extinguisher training to students and staff, and conducting 24/7 security patrols with live monitoring. Opticom Kenya also offers integrated security solutions using technologies like facial recognition and live video monitoring to help schools improve their fire safety.
Winter weather safety involves staying warm, avoiding slips and falls, and using caution when shoveling snow or operating machinery. Proper clothing, footwear, and taking breaks are important to stay warm. Walk slowly and wear traction devices to prevent falls on ice and snow. Shovel in small amounts using proper form to avoid strain, and don't put hands near snow blower blades when clearing jams. Drive cautiously when plowing and be aware of pedestrians. Apply salt judiciously and lift bags safely to deice walkways.
The document provides information on safety procedures for gasoline/petrol areas. It discusses hazards of gasoline such as health effects from inhalation and skin contact. Precautions are outlined for loading areas, storage, and general use. Proper personal protective equipment and emergency response procedures like fire evacuation and spill response are also reviewed. The document aims to educate on safety policies and guidelines for working with gasoline.
Economic Defence involves government, businesses, and industry organizing themselves so the economy can continue operating during war or threats of war. It means having contingency plans so offices and factories can still function even when resources are mobilized for civil and military defence. Economic Defence also means sharing material and manpower resources between the economic sector and civil and military defence to meet both their needs.
The document outlines a disaster management plan for petroleum installations. It defines disasters and emergencies, categorizes them by level of severity, and describes the key elements that should be included in an emergency plan such as emergency organization structure, responsibilities of key members, communication procedures, response strategies, evacuation plans, resources, and regular mock drills. The overall goal of the emergency plan is to effectively control incidents and minimize damage, injuries, and impact on employees, property and the environment.
The hierarchy of control is an approach to minimize or eliminate hazards by:
1) Eliminating the hazard completely through removal or repair.
2) Substituting hazardous materials or processes with less hazardous ones.
3) Isolating hazards through guards, barriers or containment.
4) Using engineering controls like ventilation, insulation or machine guarding.
5) Implementing administrative controls through policies, training and supervision.
6) As a last resort, using personal protective equipment like ear plugs or gloves.
This document provides an overview of Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies, which are a technique used to identify potential hazards and operability problems in processes. It describes the origins, purpose, methodology, and typical components of a HAZOP study. Key aspects covered include identifying potential deviations from normal operating conditions using guidewords, determining causes and consequences of deviations, evaluating existing safeguards, and developing recommendations to address identified hazards. The document also outlines the HAZOP process, including defining nodes to segment the system, assigning a team to conduct the study, and systematically analyzing each node using guidewords across parameters.
This 8-page fire risk assessment document identifies several hazards for a workshop including: lack of permits, improper PPE, manual handling, lone working, poor housekeeping, unloading materials, power tool usage, bending activities, drilling, chemical handling, combustible materials, flammable liquids, and emergency response issues. For each hazard, the document rates the initial risk level, identifies controls to implement, and assigns responsible parties. It then provides the reduced residual risk rating after controls are in place. The overall goal is to reduce initial "High Risk" ratings to "Low Risk" through implementation of proper safety protocols and controls.
To use a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA): tighten all straps after securing the backpack-style apparatus on your shoulders; turn the knob away from you until a bell sounds to activate oxygen flow; fit and tighten the mask securely so air does not leak out, and attach its line to confirm oxygen is flowing before breathing. The author has extensive experience with SCBAs from training daily with them at Tolles Technical Institute, where they are critical firefighting equipment.
This document discusses work permit systems and their importance for safety. It outlines the key aspects that work permits address like nature of work, equipment, location, hazards. Work permits are used to authorize specific jobs in defined areas and times. They aim to prevent accidents by clearly identifying responsibilities and hazards. The document also discusses types of work permits for hot work, confined space entry, excavation and their associated precautions to minimize risks.
What are the main hazards in construction?
What are the main hazards in construction?
« Back to Table of Contents
Among the dangers in construction are:
•Falls from working at height,
•Crush injuries in excavation work,
•Slips and trips,
•Being struck by falling objects,
•Moving heavy loads,
•Bad working positions, often in confined spaces,
•Being struck or crushed by a workplace vehicle,
•Receiving injuries from hand tools,
•Inhalation of dust,
•Handling of rough materials,
•Exposure to dangerous substances (chemical and biological),
•Working near, in, or over water,
•Exposure to radiation,
•Loud noise,
•Vibration from tools or vibrating machinery.
Safety in gas cutting requires understanding hazards, proper equipment use, and risk assessment. Key precautions include: knowing equipment parts and how to handle leaks, fires, or backfires; removing combustibles; using protective gear; and maintaining equipment. A risk assessment should consider training, permits, and job safety analysis to minimize dangers.
The document provides information for fire brigade members on firefighting equipment and techniques. It covers the components of fire, classes of fire, fire extinguishing methods, self-contained breathing apparatus, and stages of fire development. Practical firefighting skills like handling hoses and breathing apparatus are also discussed.
This presentation is about how to handle a fire incident. This was created and presented to increase awareness among personnel regarding fire incident in industrial building.
This presentation covers the knots used in firefighting & rescue. Includes basic description of the knot and it’s use, advantages, disadvantages, video of the knots being tied. Shows how to tie 19 knots. Most with video on how to tie the knots. Presentation is over 80 slides in length.
The document provides guidance on working at heights safely. It discusses proper use of personal fall arrest systems, mobile elevating work platforms, scaffolds, ladders, and other equipment. Key safety practices include inspecting equipment for damage, using fall protection properly anchored to certified points, maintaining three-point contact on ladders, and keeping work areas and access/egress points clear of debris.
This document provides information about fire basics including the causes of fire, the fire triangle, fire classification, types of fire extinguishers and how to use them, and actions to take in case of a fire. It discusses that poor housekeeping, careless smoking, and welding/gas cutting can cause fires. It explains that there are 5 types of fires classified and that the success of extinguishing depends on properly working fire equipment, training, and using the correct extinguisher for the type of fire. The document also outlines the different types of fire extinguishers for various types of fires like water, DCP, foam, CO2, and halon and how to properly operate a fire extinguisher.
This document discusses near miss reporting and examples of unsafe acts and conditions. It provides a non-exhaustive list of unsafe acts like operating equipment without permission, defeating safety devices, or not using protective equipment. Unsafe conditions include lack of guarding, inadequate lighting, or faulty equipment. Contributing factors are also examined, like lack of skills/knowledge from inadequate training, job factors like poor equipment maintenance, and personal factors such as distractions. Complacency is highlighted as a major threat. The document advocates for measures to improve skills/knowledge through training, supervision, and setting examples. It also stresses the importance of considering attitudes like behaviors, values, standards, and judgments.
Presentation Objectives : To inform participants of their personal responsibility toward fire safety and injury prevention.
Fires affect thousands of companies each year resulting in injury, lost customer trust and building damage. By establishing a fire prevention and preparedness program, you can help avoid injuries to your employees and visitors, costly damages, and potential fines to your business.
A list of all major fire hazards, proper handling and storage procedures for hazardous materials, potential ignition sources and their control, and the type of fire protection equipment necessary to control each major hazard has been expounded in the presentation.
1) The document provides examples of near misses and defines near misses as incidents that do not result in injury or property damage but have the potential to. It lists types of unsafe acts and conditions that can lead to near misses and accidents.
2) Different definitions of near miss are presented from various organizations. Examples of near misses include failures of safety devices, falling objects, and slips or trips that do not result in injury.
3) Unsafe acts listed include not using PPE and defeating safety devices, while unsafe conditions include lack of guarding, inadequate lighting, and poor housekeeping. Both human factors and system/equipment factors can contribute to unsafe situations.
The document discusses fire safety measures for schools in Kenya. It recommends that schools implement various fire prevention and response measures, such as installing fire detectors and CCTV cameras, conducting fire drills, providing fire extinguisher training to students and staff, and conducting 24/7 security patrols with live monitoring. Opticom Kenya also offers integrated security solutions using technologies like facial recognition and live video monitoring to help schools improve their fire safety.
Winter weather safety involves staying warm, avoiding slips and falls, and using caution when shoveling snow or operating machinery. Proper clothing, footwear, and taking breaks are important to stay warm. Walk slowly and wear traction devices to prevent falls on ice and snow. Shovel in small amounts using proper form to avoid strain, and don't put hands near snow blower blades when clearing jams. Drive cautiously when plowing and be aware of pedestrians. Apply salt judiciously and lift bags safely to deice walkways.
The document provides information on safety procedures for gasoline/petrol areas. It discusses hazards of gasoline such as health effects from inhalation and skin contact. Precautions are outlined for loading areas, storage, and general use. Proper personal protective equipment and emergency response procedures like fire evacuation and spill response are also reviewed. The document aims to educate on safety policies and guidelines for working with gasoline.
Economic Defence involves government, businesses, and industry organizing themselves so the economy can continue operating during war or threats of war. It means having contingency plans so offices and factories can still function even when resources are mobilized for civil and military defence. Economic Defence also means sharing material and manpower resources between the economic sector and civil and military defence to meet both their needs.
The document outlines a disaster management plan for petroleum installations. It defines disasters and emergencies, categorizes them by level of severity, and describes the key elements that should be included in an emergency plan such as emergency organization structure, responsibilities of key members, communication procedures, response strategies, evacuation plans, resources, and regular mock drills. The overall goal of the emergency plan is to effectively control incidents and minimize damage, injuries, and impact on employees, property and the environment.
This document outlines a first aid training curriculum that aims to standardize first aid instruction across workplaces. It includes 18 topics that cover various injuries and emergencies over 30 hours of training. Topics include bleeding, fractures, burns, CPR, asthma attacks, and more. The curriculum also lists required training equipment such as dummies, splints, dressings, and antiseptic solutions. Compliance with this standardized curriculum is mandatory for all approved first aid training firms in the country.
This document outlines a disaster management plan for thermal power plants. It begins by classifying disasters as natural (earthquakes, floods) or technical (fires, explosions). The plan is required by law to protect workers, the public, and limit property damage and disruption. It aims to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Key parts of the plan include risk assessment and mapping of vulnerable areas, emergency equipment and training, an emergency response organization structure with roles defined, communication methods, and an emergency control center to coordinate the response. The plan covers potential disasters like fires, explosions, gas releases, and floods in different plant areas and provides for evacuation, medical response, and returning to normal operations.
This document outlines a training curriculum for workplace safety and health committees in Kenya. It covers topics like occupational safety and health management, occupational safety issues related to machinery, construction, docks, plants, fire and electricity, occupational hygiene concerning chemicals and health hazards, and occupational health topics such as diseases, stress, first aid, and issues like HIV/AIDS and drug abuse. The curriculum aims to ensure uniformity, consistency and standardization of training content for safety committee members according to Kenyan law.
The document outlines the key stages of construction for a building project, including:
1. Site works such as clearing, setting out boundaries, and establishing datum levels.
2. Accommodation, storage, and security provisions like fencing and hoardings.
3. The typical order of construction stages such as excavation, foundations, framing, and finishes.
The document summarizes the construction process observed at a construction site visited by the authors. It describes the site location and type of buildings being constructed. Safety measures at the site include signage and required protective equipment. Various plants and machinery used at different stages are discussed, including excavators, backhoes, cranes and concrete mixers. Foundations works involving piling and excavations are mentioned.
The document provides an overview of the Indian textile industry and Cibi International, a textile company located in Perundurai, India. It discusses the industry's history and contributions to the Indian economy. It also profiles Cibi International, describing its facilities, production process, products, and organizational structure. The document emphasizes the need for good working conditions and welfare facilities to increase productivity and worker satisfaction. It outlines various factors that influence working conditions like cleanliness, lighting, ventilation, safety measures, and noise control.
The document discusses several UK acts related to health and safety in workplaces, including schools. It describes the key responsibilities and requirements of acts such as the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992, RIDDOR 1995, COSHH 2002, Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, and Display Screen Equipment Regulation Act 1992. The acts aim to protect employee and public health and safety by regulating issues like risk assessments, emergency procedures, facilities, hazardous materials, electricity safety, and display screen equipment use.
Fire Safety Network for Fertilizers Industries.pdfPremBaboo4
Fire network & Fire prevention device with fire station is essential for all industries. The fire Industries have very dangerous substances and gases that can catch fire at any time. Most of the accidents/injuries are caused by human errors. Industry says, human error accounts for 96% of accidents. The rest takes place due to external conditions and failure factory equipment. In which fertilizers industries account for most of such fatal accidents. Safety is a condition or state of being resulting from the modification of human behavior, and/or designing of the physical environment to reduce the possibility of hazards, thereby reducing accidents. Safety is an ever changing condition in which one attempts to minimize the risk of injury, illness or property damage from the hazards to which one may be exposed. Perfect fire network is must for fertilizers Industries. Life is god's special gift to mankind. It is therefore important to treasure & protect it from all kinds of potential threats. Regardless of the precautions that we take in our day-to-day life, fire accidents are seldom averted. Risky jobs with a potential to put your life at risk can be a cause for concern especially to your family & friends. Moreover,constant exposure to dangerous surroundings increases the chances of enduring major/minor injuries with a likelihood of developing a permanent handicap.
- The Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 requires all employers to conduct fire risk assessments to identify fire hazards and measures needed to comply with fire safety regulations.
- A fire risk assessment involves identifying potential fire hazards, who may be at risk, evaluating the risk of a fire starting and spreading, and recording the assessment findings and any resulting actions.
- Key fire hazards to consider include potential ignition sources, sources of fuel for a fire, and oxygen supply which could help a fire to grow or spread. Appropriate controls should then be implemented to reduce or remove fire hazards and minimize the risks.
Industrial health and safety seminar(r)_fahad_shaikh
The document provides information on an industrial health and safety seminar to be held on September 4th, 2012 at 10am at M.H Saboo Siddik Polytechnic. It outlines the objectives of industrial health and safety such as protection from risks and hazards. It discusses the Factory Act of 1948 and amendments related to industrial health and safety. It also defines health and safety. The contents section lists topics such as cleanliness, ventilation, lighting, drinking water, and machines. Requirements related to these topics aim to provide a safe and hygienic work environment.
This document discusses fire safety measures for critical infrastructure. It provides an overview of emerging fire safety requirements such as maintaining accessible equipment, proper disposal of hazardous materials, regular maintenance, and safe storage. Best practices for fire safety are outlined, including installing fire detection systems, preparing an emergency plan, designating fire wardens, and employee training. Recent advancements in biotelemetry, artificial intelligence, virtual/augmented reality, and autonomous vehicles are also mentioned for their potential to enhance fire response.
The document discusses various workplace safety regulations and hazards. It covers proper procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies. Personal protective equipment should be used correctly according to organizational policies. The top industries for workplace accidents are listed as service, construction, retail and manufacturing. Job hazards like tripping, electrical, and chemical risks should be addressed. Health hazards from illness spread and proper hygiene are also covered. The document outlines policies for reporting incidents, evacuation, decontamination, waste disposal and management, and electrical and fire safety. Ensuring safety regulations, training, and professionalism can help protect workers.
Statutory requirments on Health Safety EnvironmentVikasMore37
This document discusses statutory requirements for fire protection in industrial establishments and buildings according to the Factories Act, Rules, and National Building Code of India. It covers legal obligations for fire prevention, protection systems, emergency plans, training, and documentation. Requirements address hazardous processes, equipment standards, inspection and organizational structure. The three key steps for fire control are prevention, protection, and emergency handling. Proper handling, storage and transportation of gas cylinders is also outlined.
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1. FIRE SAFETY GUIDELINES
Better Factories Cambodia
2013
A Tool to Prevent Accidents and Catastrophic Loss of
Life and Property in Factories
Contents
1. Purpose of This Guideline ......................................................................1
2. Introduction ...........................................................................................1
3. Legal Framework....................................................................................2
4. Emergency Arrangements and Preparing for Fire Emergencies............2
5. Measures to Minimize Fire Risks ...........................................................3
6. Training ..................................................................................................4
NB: Better Work Country Programmes, including Cambodia, have taken into firm consideration the issue
of fire fatalities at the workplace and place high emphasis on emergency arrangements and necessary
preparations for fire emergencies. Therefore, the issue of holding emergency drill twice per year has
been classified as zero tolerance for those factories that are non-compliant.
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1. Purpose of This Guideline
This guideline is designed to provide employers, managers, and workers with key information on the
severe risks that fires pose at the workplace as well as on their prevention and control.1
This
document also assists those who are responsible for ensuring safety at the workplace to prevent the
catastrophic loss of life and property that could result from a fire.
The recommended actions to be taken by the factory management or responsible officials with
respect to fire safety and emergency arrangements are only the basics. Full details are available in
the Fire Safety Checklist developed by Better Work Global.2
2. Introduction
Fire fatalities in factories around the world are the most severe consequence of Occupational Safety
and Health (OSH) accidents. For example, recent fires in Cambodia, Pakistan and Bangladesh caused
the death of hundreds of workers and civilians:
September
2012
Karachi,
Pakistan
289 killed in a fire at a garment factory;
25 workers were injured; and
Factory employed 400 to 500 workers.3
November
2012
Dhaka,
Bangladesh
117 killed in fire at a clothing factory;
200 workers were injured as they rushed to get out of the
factory; and
About 2,000 people were working in the factory when the
fire started.4
December
2012
Siem Reap,
Cambodia
8 (including 4 children) killed in a fire at the night market;
and
Damage from fire was estimated to cost $1 million.5
In Cambodia, fires have occurred in many different types of buildings including factories, residences,
hotels, night clubs, shops and fuel depots. For instance, an administrative office in a jean garment
factory (M.I.G) caught fire on April 19, 2008, damaging all documents and around 10 computers.6
A
few months later, on October 15, 2008, a factory building (CMCW) was burnt down, destroying
sewing machines, raw materials, and final products ready for export.7
. On February 28, 2009, a fire
broke out in the packing building of Wilson Garment, destroying 70% of the garments and 100
1
ILO SafeWork, Programme on Safety and Health at Work and the Environment (2012): Fire Risk
Management, p.2, http://www.ilo.org/wcmsp5/groups/public/---ed_protect/---protrav/---
safework/documents/publication/wcms_194781.pdf
2
Better Work (2012): Fire Safety Checklist, Geneva.
3
Raza Sayah, At Least 289 Killed as Fire in Pakistan Garment Factory Rages, CNN, Sept. 12, 2012,
http://edition.cnn.com/2012/09/12/world/asia/pakistan-factory-fire/index.html
4
Farid Ahmed, At Least 117 Killed in Fire at Bangladesh Clothing Factory, CNN, Nov.25, 2012,
http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/25/world/asia/bangladesh-factory-fire/index.html?iref=allsearch
5
Mech Dara and Simon Lewis, Siem Reap Fire Kills Eight, The Cambodian Daily, Dec.10, 2012,
http://www.cambodiadaily.com/news/siem-reap-market-fire-kills-8-6531/
6
Raksmei Kampuchea, An Administrative Office of Jean Garment Factory in Tuol Kork Was on Fire, Apr.20-21,
2008.
7
Kohsantepheap Daily, A Garment Factory Was Completely Burnt Down, Oct. 17, 2008.
3. 22
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sewing machines in that building.8
The biggest garment factory fire took place on March 31, 2011
and lead to the closure of June Textile, a factory that employed 4,096 workers.9
Learning from these
experiences, what preventative measures can we implement to effectively avoid these accidents
from happening in the future?
3. Legal Framework
The 1997 Cambodian Labour Law requires all enterprises to have procedures in place to handle
emergencies (e.g. fires, explosions, and natural disasters),, promote health and safety, and prevent
work-related accidents. The ILO Guide to the Cambodian Labour Law for the Garment Industry (the
Guide) suggests that emergency drills be held regularly at least twice per year. The Guide also
recommends installing clearly marked emergency doors that are accessible and unlocked whenever
workers are present. The Guide further recognizes that fire extinguishers should be installed and
inspected regularly.10
The Government of Cambodia has recently passed the Fire Prevention and Fire-Fighting Draft Law
(Draft Law) so that it can be discussed and approved by the National Assembly of the Kingdom of
Cambodia. The purpose of the Draft Law is to contribute to the maintenance of security, social
safety, and public order as well as the protection of life and property.11
. Chapter 3 of the Draft Law
addresses fire preventive measures including storage, transportation, management, and sales of
flammable substances. This chapter requires the Ministry of Interior to issue relevant policies on fire
prevention and provide needed training on effective methods for fire prevention and fire fighting.12
Taking into account the existing legal framework and good practices, what can employers, workers,
and relevant stakeholders do to effectively prevent fires in the workplace? This guideline provides
some possible, low cost fire preventive measures as discussed below.
4. Emergency Arrangements and Preparing for Fire Emergencies
In order to prepare for emergency situations that may arise due to fires or other natural disasters,
factory management or other responsible officials should:13
Ensure that there are procedures in place to handle emergencies (e.g. fire, explosion, and/or
natural disaster);
Ensure that managers, supervisors and workers are aware of these procedures;
Install automatic fire detection and alarm systems (smoke detectors, heat detectors or flame
detectors) in all areas of the building where flammable materials are being stored;
Post an updated and visible evacuation plan for all workers and visitors;
Ensure that the factory has sufficient emergency exits that are unobstructed and unlocked
at all times and open in the direction of the flow of workers during an evacuation;
8
Kohsantepheap Daily, Fire Broke up at the Packaging Building of Garment Factory, Mar. 02, 2009
9
The Phnom Penh Post, Garment Factory, June Textiles Co., Ltd Cambodia, Under Fire, Apr. 02, 2011
http://www.phnompenh.gov.kh/news-garment-factory-june-textiles-coltd-cambodia-under-fire-974.html and
CLEC, June Textiles Awarded Payment for Termination, CLEC, Jul. 31, 2011,
http://www.clec.org.kh/proact.php?actID=35&pID=6
10
Cambodian Labour Law (1997), Art.230 and Guide to the Cambodian Labour Law for the Garment Industry
(Reprinted 2011), p.31.
11
Xinhua, Cambodia Passes Fire Prevention Draft Law, Dec. 14, 2012
12
Speech of Cambodian Prime Minister, Statement of Fact on Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting Draft Law,
Dec.27, 2012
13
Better Work Indonesia: Newsletter 4
th
Edition, 2012, p.12 and Cambodian Labour Law Art. 230.
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Isolate flammable solids, liquids and gases from sources of ignition such as open flames,
heated surfaces to prevent fires and explosions;
Restrict the distribution of flammable materials used for daily work to only the minimum
necessary for that day;
Construct designed fuel storage facilities in a clearly marked location, well separated from
areas where personnel are working;
Ensure that flammable substances or combustible materials are isolated from hot surfaces
such as machines, equipment and heated equipment;
Install and maintain all electrical circuits that are adequately grounded to prevent arcing and
sparking, heat caused by overloading and short circuits; and
Protect each electrical circuit with an adequate fuse or circuit breaker located in a well-
constructed box in close proximity to the work station.
6. Training
The factory management or responsible staff should perform the following tasks: 17
At least twice per year, provide refresher training to all workers on how to eliminate fire
hazards and how to respond if a fire is detected;
Train managers and supervisors on fire safety, fire control (including the use of fire
extinguishing systems), and on how to lead an evacuation;
Train a sufficient number of factory workers to use fire-fighting equipment; and
Conduct periodic emergency drills for all workers in the factory twice a year.
16
ILO SafeWork, Programme on Safety and Health at Work and the Environment (2012): Action Checklist Fire
Safety, p.2, http://www.ilo.org/wcmsp5/groups/public/---ed_protect/---protrav/---
safework/documents/publication/wcms_194782.pdf
17
Supra note 13, p.4.
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