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
According to ILO (International Labour Organization); An occupational injury is defined as any personal injury, disease or death resulting from an occupational accident; an occupational injury is therefore distinct from an occupational disease, which is a disease contracted as a result of an exposure over a period of time to risk factors arising from work … Read more
Occupational therapy is an allied health profession performed by occupational therapists. This article will answer important questions about “Occupational therapy”. Stay tune – 1. What is Occupational Therapy It is the use of assessment and intervention to develop, recover, or maintain the meaningful activities, or occupations, of individuals, groups, or communities. The person who is involved in occupational therapy … Read more
Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) is a unit of measurement used to determine the effectiveness of hearing protection devices to decrease sound exposure within a given working environment. NRR is sometime referred to under the umbrella term of “Hearing Protection Rating,”. Noise Reduction Ratings can be said to be a set of “rules” that are set … Read more
What is Occupational Disease? An “Occupational disease” is any chronic ailment which occurs primarily as a result of an exposure to risk factors arising from work activity. “Work-related diseases” have multiple causes, where factors in the work environment may play a role, together with other risk factors, in the development of such diseases. An occupational … Read more
The Causes and Effects of Noise Pollution is a very important topic to discuss, considering the negative health impact of noise pollution to humans. The most common health problem noise causes is – Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL). Exposure to loud noise can also cause high blood pressure, heart disease, sleep disturbances, and stress. These health problems … Read more