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PHILOSOPHY OF ACCIDENT PREVENTION
Mukesh Dak
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SAFETY THOUGHT Preventable accidents, if not prevented due to our negligence, is nothing short of a murder ”. “Dr.S. Radhakrishnan
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ACCIDENT Unplanned and unexpected event giving rise to injury, ill health, death and damage to property, damage to environment or any combination of these. Reportable accident Non reportable accident
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Safety: Source, Situation or Act having potential to cause an injury
Safety: Freedom from Unacceptable risk of Harm is safety Hazard: Source, Situation or Act having potential to cause an injury Risk: Probability of an event (P) x Consequences (C)
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ACCIDENTS STATISTICS
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ACCIDENTS STATISTICS
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HEINRICH THEORY Analysis of 75000 accidents 98% were preventable
10 % were due to unsafe physical and mechanical conditions 88% were due to unsafe acts
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FUNDAMENTALS OF SAFETY
Positive framework of mind for safety responsibilities. Hazard is an inherent part of human existence; however they are preventable at the first place. Ensuring integration of OHS requirements at planning stage Accidents do not just happen; they are caused. This is what an organization and an individual must believe OHS Management is principally prevention of unsafe conditions and prevention / control of unsafe acts (Prevention makes strong business sense) ( (c) 1999 Eqms India (P) Limited, Delhi
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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES - SYSTEMS
Engineer / Supervisor enforce safety rules, safety work permit system, exercise close supervision on workmen, ensure competence and discipline take immediate corrective action on any unsafe acts and/or unsafe conditions are noticed/reported explain in detail the specific hazard and safety measures in case of jobs being assigned to workmen and ensure safety ensure availability and use of appropriate PPE by the workmen create a safety work culture among all the workmen under his control impart proper and specific safety knowledge and awareness and rules and regulations among employees
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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES - SYSTEMS
ensure that all hazards are eliminated, all passages, stairways, entrances and exits are clear and safe in all respects set himself, as an example of excellence in safety observance for others to emulate ensure prompt reporting and a thorough investigation of all accidents and near misses in the prescribed form and suggest remedial measures to avoid recurrence ensure regular contact with persons working in isolated places and ensure their safety and prompt attendance in case of any mishap inspect regularly and ensure that all tools, equipment and machinery are in sound and safe condition take immediate corrective measure on any lapse on the observance of safety measures
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WHY TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS?
Legal responsibility Moral responsibility Loss of production Avoid bad publicity Economic losses
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YOUR SAFETY - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
USE YOUR PPE
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YOUR HANDS ARE GODS GIFT
DO NOT LOSE THEM EQMS India (P) Limited, Delhi. Eqms © 2002
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DON’T LET IT HAPPEN TO YOU
EQMS India (P) Limited, Delhi. Eqms © 2002
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DIRECT COST Medical cost Compensation cost
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The monetary losses associated with an accident or incident.
COST OF ACCIDENT The monetary losses associated with an accident or incident. Direct cost Indirect costs.
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INDIRECT COST Building Damage Tool and equipment damage
Product and material damage Production delays and interruptions Legal expenses Expenditure on Emergency supplies Interim equipment rental
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INDIRECT COST Investigation time Wages paid for lost time
Cost of hiring and/or training replacements Overtime Extra supervisory time Decreased output of injured worker Loss of business and goodwill
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ACCIDENT PREVENTION PREREQUISITES
Strong commitment from top management. Good safety program. Established safety culture. Safety accountability in place
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ACCIDENT PREVENTION BENEFITS Reduced injury claims
Improved employee job satisfaction Lower insurance premiums Improved quality
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ACCIDENT PREVENTION THREE BASIC STEPS Hazard identification
Elimination of unsafe act Elimination of unsafe condition
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HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Checklist Employee observation Safety audit
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UNSAFE ACT The actions of a person in a manner which vary from the accepted or legislated safe practice and create a hazard to either themselves, another person, or equipment.
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UNSAFE ACT
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UNSAFE ACT
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UNSAFE ACT
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UNSAFE ACT
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UNSAFE ACT
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UNSAFE ACT
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UNSAFE ACT
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UNSAFE CONDITION A condition in which something exists that varies from a normal accepted safe condition and, if not corrected, could cause injury, death, or property damage.
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UNSAFE CONDITION
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UNSAFE CONDITION
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ELIMINATE UNSAFE ACT Personal adjustments Education and Training
Supervision Discipline
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ELIMINATE UNSAFE CONDITION
Design Guarding / Fencing Control measures or isolation Maintaining safe working condition of plant / tool / machine / work environment
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SAFETY PHILOSOPHY All injuries are preventable.
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Management has the responsibility for preventing personal injuries.
SAFETY PHILOSOPHY Management has the responsibility for preventing personal injuries.
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SAFETY PHILOSOPHY It is possible to safeguard all operating exposures that may result in injuries.
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It is necessary to train all to work safely.
SAFETY PHILOSOPHY It is necessary to train all to work safely.
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SAFETY PHILOSOPHY It is good business to prevent personal injuries on the job and off the job.
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Safety is a condition of employment.
SAFETY PHILOSOPHY Safety is a condition of employment.
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