FORO TEMÁTICO

1. Describes common risk situations in the workplace

CONCEPT. When we speak of occupational risks, we refer to situations or events that
endanger the safety of employees and the development of productivity and the daily tasks of the
company. Also knowing that each department brings different difficulties and responsibilities, and
therefore some professional risks, for this reason I will mention and describe some.
- Ergonomic: It refers to the conditions and postures that must be used to perform the
task, if it is not correct, it can cause injury to the bones and muscles of the person who
performs the task.
- Psychosocial: There is the work environment, which can cause physical and emotional
imbalances. This can create damage to health and, consequently, to worker
performance.
- Height risks: they are present when a company worker is exposed to a high place, such
as: stairs, scaffolding, etc. Normally the damages are due to lack of security measures.
- Fire and explosión: Explosion and fire hazards can be related to poor quality cables or
poor plug connection, but can also be caused by other causes. This is where it is
necessary to practice an escape protocol and know the basic principles of detection to
prevent the spread of fire immediately.
- Extreme temperaturas: Most companies neglect the air conditioning of the spaces
where the normal activities of the company take place. Too low or too high a
temperature can trigger certain risks and health problems for employees, such as colds,
headaches or stress.
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2. What should you do to avoid them or reduce the risk of an
accident?
- Ergonomic: Try to put pressure on your leg muscles and not your back. the feet
should be separated, place one more forward to achieve a stable and balanced
posture.
- Psychosocial: Identify the source of the mismatch and viable areas of
intervention to prevent difficult or conflict situations (and avoid them if possible),
also increase productivity, reducing absenteeism or work accidents and
increasing worker performance.
- Height risks: The best way to prevent falls from a height is to eliminate risk
factors so as not to expose the collaborator. For example, mounting ladders with
railings instead of ladders or using extensions to carry out work from the ground.
- Fire and explosión: Maintain order and cleanliness in the workplace. Avoid dirt,
accumulation of paper and cardboard, liquid spillage, or other material liable to
cause flames. - In the event of the smell of gas or flammable product, notify the
maintenance personnel or follow the indications of the emergency plan.
- Extreme temperaturas: Control the time of exposure to heat when workers
perform work in the field.
Organize job rotations and plan the most difficult tasks in the hours of less
caloric intensity.
Hydrate properly and continuously to avoid decompensation.
Use appropriate work clothes and PPE for the work to be performed.