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What Is A Fire Suppression System Fire suppression system is a system used to extinguish fire or prevent the spread of fire in a building; this system can be either a dry or wet system. The fire suppression system can be manually activated or automatic. Automatic fire suppression systems react to a rapid rise in … Read more
Heat cramps is a type of heat illness. They are muscle spasms that result from loss of large amount of salt and water through exercise. This cramps can be felt in the abdomen, arms and calves. It is not only caused by loss of large amount of salt and water, it can also be caused by inadequate consumption of fluids … Read more
Home safety tips highlight areas we should pay attention in our homes to avoid domestic accidents. Accidents do not only happen on the roads and workplaces, accidents also happen at home. Some of the accidents that happen at home pose dire consequences, this is why we must ensure safety in our homes. Sources Of Hazards … Read more
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) How to do cpr is an invaluable knowledge for everyone not minding their occupation, because it can save a life of a love one when help is not close. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving technique useful in many emergencies, including heart attack or near drowning, in which someone’s breathing or heartbeat … Read more
MEWP Risk Assessment MEWP risk assessment should be carried out before the commencement of any task which involves the use of MEWP. The MEWP risk assessment will help to clearly identify all risks associated with the use of MEWP and the measures needed to eliminate or control those risks. This risk assessment should cover: Planning … Read more
Elevated working platform safety regulations are laid down principles regarding safety on the use of “Elevated Working Platform“. Lets us point out here some basic legal obligations regarding safe operation of an elevated working platform; be it power operated or not. Elevated Working Platform Safety Regulations 1. Occupational Safety and Health Ordinance (OSHO) and the … Read more
Confined Spaces Atmospheric Test OSHA mandates that all confine spaces be tested and ascertain safe before being inhabited. Also the confine space should be continuously monitored as far as the confine space is still inhabited. OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.146 (c) subsection (C) states: Before an employee enters the space, the internal atmosphere shall be … Read more
Confined Space Hazards – Confine space poses lots of hazards which should be managed to prevent accidents. The confined space hazards should be properly managed before the commencement of any job inside the confine space. What Is A Confined Space Many workplaces contain areas that are considered “confined spaces” because while they are not … Read more
What Are Biological Hazards Biological hazards are organic substances that pose a threat to the health of humans and other living organisms. Biological hazards include pathogenic micro-organisms, viruses, toxins (from biological sources), spores, fungi and bio-active substances, etc. Classification Of Biological Hazards Bio hazardous agents are classified for transportation by UN number: Category A, UN 2814 … Read more
We are going to discuss “What Does Smoke Do To Your Health And Property“? All homeowners have the same terrible vision. We see our homes going up in flames, burning to the ground as we watch on helplessly. After the fire is out, we see ourselves walking through the rubble, seeing the extent of the … Read more