The document discusses various methods for identifying and controlling workplace hazards and risks. It identifies observing the workplace, investigating complaints, examining records, and using checklists as ways to identify health and safety problems. The most effective control method is eliminating hazards at their source. Other control methods include using personal protective equipment, maintaining good housekeeping to prevent hazardous material accumulation, and ensuring emergency preparedness. Top tips for safe and comfortable work include proper lighting, workstation setup, ergonomic chair selection, and keeping frequently used equipment within easy reach.

1. Controlling Hazard and Risk
All workplace hazard can
be controlled by a variety
of methods.

2. HOW CAN YOU IDENTIFY HEALTH AND
SAFETY PROBLEMS?
*OBSERVE YOUR WORKPLACE.
*INVESTIGATE COMPLAINTS FROM WORKERS.
*EXAMINE ACCIDENT AND NEAR MISS RECORDS.
*USE SICKNESS FIGURE.
*USE SIMPLE SURVEY TO ASK YOUR CO-WORKERS ABOUT THEIR HEALTH AND
SAFETY CONCERNS.
*USE CHECKLISTS TO HELP YOU INSPECT YOUR WORKPLACE.
*LEARN THE RESULTS OF INSPECTATIONS THAT ARE DONE BY THE EMPLOYER,THE
UNION,OR ANYONE ELSE.
*READ THE REPORTS OR OTHER INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR WORKPLACE.

3. METHODS OF CONTROL
ELIMINATION OF A SPECIFIC HAZARD OR HAZARDOUS WORK
PROCESS,OR PREVENTING IT FROM ENTERING THE WORKPLACE,IS THE
MOST EFFECTIVE METHOD OF CONTROL.
WHERE ARE CONTROL USED?
1.AT THE SOURCE(WHER THE HAZARD COMES FROM).
2.ALONG THE PATH(WHERE THE HAZARD TRAVELS)
3.AT THE WORKER.

4. Good house keeping
*is essential to prevent the accumulation of
hazardous or toxic material
Emergency preparedness
*Being prepared for emergencies means making
sure that the necessary equipment and supplies
are readily and that employees know what to do
when something unplanned happens such as a
release.

5. What should I know about Personal Protective Equipment(PPE)as a
hazard control method?.
Personal Protective Equipment(PPE)-Includes items such as
respirators,protective clothing such a gloves,face
shields,eye protection,and footwear that serve to
provide a barrier between the wearer and the
chemical or material.

6. SOME PRECAUTIONS WHICH CAN BE TAKEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ACCIDENTS ARE;
•ENSURE THERE ARE NO TRAILING WIRES ACROSS OR AROUND THE ROOM WHICH
PEOPLE COULD TRIP ON.
•POWER CABLES SHOULD BE SAFETY SECURED.
•ELECTRICAL SOCKETS SHOULD NOT BE OVERLOADED.
•ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE SAFETY TESTED AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR.
•THERE SHOULD BE ADEQUATE SPACE AROUND DESKS FOR PEOPLE TO MOVE.
•BAGS AND OBSTACLES SHOULD BE STORED OUT OF THE WAY SO THAT PEOPLE CAN’T
TRIP OVER THEM.
•FOOD AND DRINKING SHOULD NOT BE PLACED NEAR A MACHINE.
•HEATING AND VENTILATION SHOULD BE SUITABLE FOR THE WORKING ENVIRONMENT.
•WORK DESKS SHOULD BE STRONG ENOUGH TO SUPPORT COMPUTERS AND EQUIPMENT.
•STAFF SHOULD FOLLOW THE SAFETY REGULATIONS.
•THIS IS THE SCIENCE CONCERNED WITH DESIGNING SAFE AND COMFORTABLE MACHINE
FOR USE BY PEOPLE.
•THIS INCLUDE FURNITURE DESIGN AND THE PERIPHERALS THAT YOU NEED TO USE SUCH
AS MOUSE AND KEYBOARD.

7. Have a look at these top tips to ensure that
you work safely and comfortably:
1.the right lighting can reduce eyestrain,neck strain,and
headaches,sunlight is the best light,but make sure it
doesn’t create glare on your computer screen.
2.the proper desk will let you find the perfect working
Position.it should be deep enough to support your arms
when you work at the computer.
3.place your computer screen at eye-level or just
below.for optimal comfort,set it about 45 cm(18 in)from
your face.

8. 4.set up straight in your chair.keep your feet
flat on the floor and your knees slightly lower
than your thighs.
5.Choose an office task chair that let’s you tilt forward to reach objects in front of
you and backward to sketch your arms when you’re tired.
6.whenyoutype,holdyourfingers,wrist,andlowerarmsinastraightlinefrom
yourkeyboard.
7.keep equipment that you use a lot,like your telephone
and computer keyboard,within a distance of about 75
cm(30 in).