plant safety

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PLANT SAFETY

Introduction

Industrial relations present a serious problem and can have possibly have a crippling effect on the operations of the organization in addition to heavy losses by way of workmen’s compensation, lost production and possible morale of workforce.

Accidents involve injuries, deaths and even large evacuation of large number of people. The largest industrial accident in recent history that resulted in over 2800 deaths was Bhopal Gas Accident in 1984.

Accident Producing Conditions

Unsafe Physical Condition: Unsafe construction. Hazardous processes. Improper safety apparel. Incorrect ventilation.

Unsafe Personal Acts: Use of unsafe equipment. Failure to use safety attire. Performing operations for which supervisory permission is

not obtained. Operating equipment on unsafe speeds.

Plant and Equipment Conditions

5 important maintenance practices:

Obtain and use manufacturers maintenance manuals.

Establish a preventive maintenance program.

Use qualified maintenance personnel.Perform required testing.Establish replacement testing.

Costs associated with Accidents

Property damageExtra cost due to overtime work necessitated by an

accident.Expense and time of finding a temporary

replacement for injured worker.Time used by other employees to assist injured

worker.Cost of learning period of new worker.Miscellaneous unusual costs.Cost of time spent by higher supervision and clerical

workers on investigation.

Responsibility for accident prevention

Emergency procedures.

Accident investigation.

Use, Care and Maintainence of machinary, equipment etc .

First Aid.

Safety Organization

Safety Specialist should posses:

Have knowledge about specific knowledge procedures. Have ability to investigate into accidents. Posses a certificate in first aid Must be familiar in safety principles and techniques. Enthusiasm, drive and perseverance Readiness for new ideas Ability to get along with people.