1.1 INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY AND HEALTH

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Refers to the state or condition of being protected from harm, danger, or risk.

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Safety

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Is a proactive approach that focuses on identifying and mitigating risks to ensure the well-being and welfare of individuals and the environment.

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Safety

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EXAMPLES OF SAFETY MEASURES IN THE WORKPLACE

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Safety Training and Education
Hazard and Risk Identification
Emergency Response Planning
Machine Guarding
Ergonomic Design
Safe Material Handling
Chemical Safety
Electrical Safety
Housekeeping and Cleanliness
Fall Protection
Workplace Violence Prevention

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refers to a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

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Health

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It encompasses a person’s physical condition, mental and emotional state, and their ability to function optimally in society.

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Health

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EXAMPLES OF HEALTH INITIATIVES IN THE WORKPLACE

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Wellness programs
Mental health support and resources
Smoking cessation programs
Healthy eating initiatives
Fitness and exercise programs
Employee health screenings
Vaccination and immunization campaigns
Access to healthcare resources and services
Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
Substance abuse prevention programs

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refers to any potential source of harm or adverse health effect on a person or a group.

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Hazard

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It can be an object, substance, activity, or situation that has the inherent ability to cause harm.

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Hazard

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the first step in the risk assessment process.

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Identifying Hazards

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refers to the likelihood that a person or a group will experience harm or adverse health effects if exposed to a hazard.

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Risk

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It combines the probability of an event (accident, injury, illness) occurring with the severity of the potential harm.

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Risk

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involves evaluating the magnitude of the hazard and the level of exposure to determine the overall risk level.

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Risk assessment

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Risk assessment formula

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Frequency × Severity = Risk Score

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HIERARCHY OF CONTROLS

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Elimination
Substitution
Engineering Controls
Administrative Controls
PPE

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most effective control measure

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Elimination

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involves removing the hazard or the source of the hazard entirely from the workplace.

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Elimination

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By eliminating the hazard, there is no chance of exposure, thus completely preventing potential harm.

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Elimination

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involves replacing the hazardous substance, equipment, or process with a safer alternative that poses fewer risks to workers’ health and safety.

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Substitution

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involve modifying the workplace or equipment to reduce or isolate the hazard.

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Engineering Controls

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These measures are designed to make the work environment safer and prevent exposure to the hazard.

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Engineering Controls

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focus on changing work practices or procedures to reduce workers’ exposure to hazards.

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Administrative Controls

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These measures involve implementing policies, training, and safe work practices.

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Administrative Controls

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is the last resort in the hierarchy of controls

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PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

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involves providing workers with protective gear (e.g., gloves, safety goggles, respirators) to reduce their exposure to the hazard.

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PPE

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refers to an unexpected event that results in harm, damage, injury, or loss.

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Accident

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It usually involves unintended actions or occurrences, often caused by a combination of factors, including human error, equipment malfunction, or environmental conditions.

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Accident

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is the physical harm or damage to a person's body caused by an external force, such as accidents, falls, cuts, burns, or impact.

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Injury

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can vary in severity, ranging from minor bruises to life-threatening conditions.

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Injury

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can result from accidents or unsafe actions and may require medical attention and treatment.

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Injury

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refers to a state of poor health or a medical condition that negatively affects a person's well-being and functioning.

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Illness

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can be caused by various factors, including infectious agents (e.g., bacteria, viruses), exposure to harmful substances, genetic factors, or lifestyle choices.

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Illness

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KEY FACTORS THAT AFFECT SAFETY AND HEALTH IN THE WORKPLACE

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Work environment Occupational practices and procedures Workforce Characteristics Management and Organizational Culture Availability and Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Community and Social Factors Psychological and Mental Health Factors Public Health and Environmental Factors Regulatory Compliance and Enforcement Technology and Infrastructure Emergency Preparedness and Response Lifestyle and Personal Choices