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Hazard
A hazard is an existing (or potential) hazardous or unsafe condition or work practice that, by itself or in combination with other conditions, could cause injury, illness, or death to workers, as well as cause property damage. Hazards may exist from

Processes, procedures Unsafe equipment, machinery, or tools Unsafe work practices

Any series of actions or operations manufacturing, equipment, product flow, etc., that convert raw material into a product
For example damaged tools, unguarded blades or unguarded moving parts, etc. Allowing untrained workers to perform Hazardous tasks, taking unsafe shortcuts, being distracted, working long shifts, etc.
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How to Control Hazard

Hierarchy of Controls (most to least effective)

Eliminate/reduce the hazard Reduce the hazard Put barrier between worker and hazard if needed

Engineering Controls Work Practice Controls Administrative Controls Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Personnel Protective Appliance (PPE)

Body Part
Head Face Eyes Body (torso) Arms, hands Legs, feet

Example of PPE
hard hat face shield safety glasses leather apron puncture-resistant metal mesh gloves knee guards

Example of hazard/ hazardous condition

Falling object from height Impact from flying wood chips Liquid chemical splash Burn from molten metal work Cut from shellfish processing Awkward posture, pressure from carpet laying Work at height Loud noise from machinery Vapors from cleaning with solvent
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body harness/personal fall protection system Ears Lungs ear plugs face mask with cartridge

Eye Protection

Eye and Face Protection Welding Safety

Hand Protection

Hearing Protection

Head Protection

Respiratory Protection

Hand Protection

Leather Gloves

Welding Cutting Grinding

Nitrile Gloves
Chemicals Handling
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Rubber Gloves

Electrical

Heat Resistant Gloves

Butt Welding
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Leg & Foot Protection

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Body Protection

Fall Protection

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Classification of Incidents/Accidents in our Industry

Near Miss Minor Incidents Major Accidents

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Near Miss

Any event which differs from normal conditions (deviation) and which could have caused injury are called Near Miss.

Minor Incident
Minor or casual or lower in significance or nature.

Major Accident
A sudden occurrence leading to serious danger or serious harm to persons like a loss of finger and arm etc.,
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Mechanical Safety
Major Causes of Machine Accidents
Unauthorized persons doing maintenance or using the machines. Missing or loose machine guards. No proper training in operation of machinery.

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Where Mechanical Hazards Occur?

Point of operation All parts of the machine which move, such as:
Flywheels, pulleys, belts, couplings, chains, cranks, gears, etc. Feed mechanisms and auxiliary parts of the machine.

In-running nip points

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Point of Operation
That point where work is performed on the material, such as cutting, shaping, boring, or forming.

Pay More Attention

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Rotating Parts

Pay More Attention

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In- Running Nip Points

Rotating cylinders

Belt and pulley

Chain and sprocket

Rack and pinion

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Rules for working in FLT Movement Area

Never walk under raised load of Forklift.

Stop and look both ways at intersections.

Stay clear when forklift is backing and turning. Watch out so you dont trip on the lowered forks of a stopped forklift. Pay attention to whats going on around you at all times. Listen for horns and look for flashing lights. Never hitch a ride on a forklift.

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Working around Cranes

Stay out from Under: Stay out from under suspended hooks and loads. There's always a chance that during a lift, the load could shift and fall.

You are not safe when not seen: The crane operator may not see you. He's concentrating on moving his crane into position or swinging his load. Think of the swing area of the crane as "no- man's land." And stay out. The crane will have no sympathy if you get in the way.
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Safe Lifting

DANGER! My back is at risk!

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Employee Responsibilities
Assess Potential Hazards Before you start any job, assess the real and potential hazards associated with that job. Follow All Warnings and Precautions Take time to read any and all warnings and precautions that may appear on tools, equipment, chemicals, MSDSs, and personal protective equipment. Listen and Follow Directions Listen and follow the directions that you may be given by your supervisor or safety manager. They want you to return home today, and everyday, safe and sound to your family and friends. Report Report any and all unsafe conditions you may find in your work area to your supervisor or safety manager.

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