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Permissible exposure limit (PEL) is a legal limit for exposure of an employee to a chemical substance or physical agent such as loud noise, vibration, etc. It is usually given as a time-weighted average (TWA). Some Definitions Relating To Permissible Exposure Limit 1. Threshold Limit Value (TLV(R) ): The threshold limit value of a chemical substance establishes … Read more
Work accident is a discrete occurrence in the course of work leading to physical or mental occupational injury. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), more than 337 million accidents happen on the job each year, resulting, together with occupational diseases, in more than 2.3 million deaths annually. Types of Work Accident Overexertion: Injuries from overexertion include, sprains … Read more
Using the wrong type of fire extinguishing agent in a confined space can turn a life-saving action into a deadly mistake. When space is limited and ventilation is poor, certain fire suppressants pose serious risks to occupants, even after the fire has been controlled. Understanding what agents to avoid and why is critical to preserving … Read more
As a seasoned Safety Consultant, I always emphasize to my clients that RIDDOR is more than just regulatory jargon—it is the legal framework in the UK designed to improve workplace safety by mandating the reporting of serious incidents, diseases, and “near misses.” Since its inception in 1995 (and updated in 2013), the RIDDOR framework has … Read more
Let’s talk about work-related injury. Someone asked a question – The question goes thus: If a worker gets injured on his way to work, can such be classified as “Work Related Injury”? Before I answer this question, we should understand what work-related injury is. What is Work-Related Injury A work-related injury is said to be … Read more
The fall arrest system is a system that protects the worker who is already in the process of falling by stopping the fall after it has happened. This system is used only where there is a risk of free fall from height. It is generally grouped into two (2): Types Of Fall Arrest System General … Read more
MIST, or Minimum Industry Safety Training, is an OPITO-approved safety certification designed primarily for the offshore oil and gas industry, especially within the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS). It equips workers with foundational safety knowledge to identify hazards, manage risks, and uphold safety standards during offshore operations. Originally introduced in 2009 in the North Sea, MIST … Read more
Gas cylinders are indispensable in homes, restaurants, laboratories, construction sites, and industrial facilities, serving as compact sources of high-pressure gases used for cooking, heating, welding, medical support, and more. However, their convenience comes with inherent risks. Whether you’re handling a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder in your kitchen or an oxygen cylinder in a workshop, … Read more
I did an opinion survey on LinkedIn among Health and Safety professionals to bring out the different opinions on the ways to enhance Health and Safety compliance. As of the date of putting up this article, I have gathered some very interesting points that will be beneficial to all health and safety professionals and management … Read more
Traffic Lights are placed at intersections and junctions where there are likely to be traffic issues. We see the light when we move on the road but some of us have a wrong understanding of it. So in a very brief write-up, I will point out the wrong understanding most of us adopt as the … Read more