Lesson 2. Safety in The Workplace

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Lesson 2
Safety in the
Workplace
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Thimble Work Immersion

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Knee Pad Work Immersion

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Ear Plug Work Immersion

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Yield/Give Way Sign Work Immersion

Traffic Shapes
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Gas Detector Work Immersion

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Hard Hat Work Immersion

Colors of Hard Hat
 White – Managers, engineers, foremen or supervisors
 Brown – Welders and workers for high heat
applications
 Green – Safety inspector, but occasionally used for
new
workers
 Yellow – General laborers and earth-moving operators
 Blue – Carpenters, technical advisers, and temp
workers
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Harness Safety Belt Work Immersion

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Letter Opener Work Immersion

freedom from danger, risk, or threat of
harm, injury, or loss to personnel and/or
property, whether caused deliberately or
by accident Work Immersion
a device (as on a
weapon or a machine)
designed to prevent
inadvertent or
hazardous operation
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Hazard
 is something which could be dangerous to
you, to your health or safety, or to
your plans or reputation
 something that is dangerous and likely to
cause damage
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Caution
 a warning against danger or evil; anything
serving as a warning
 is great care which you take in order to
avoid possible danger
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Safety in the
Workplace
establish regulations designed
to
eliminate personal injuries and
illnesses from occurring in
the workplace.
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Safety in the
The Workplace
main decree of protecting the
health and safety of workers in
the workplace is the “Occupational
and Safety Health Standard
(OSHS).” Work Immersion
DOLE
Department Of Labor and Employment
The Philippines' Department of Labor and Employment is the
executive department of the Philippine Government mandated
to formulate policies, implement programs and services, and
serve as the policy-coordinating arm of the Executive Branch
in the field of labor and employment. It is tasked with the
enforcement of the provisions of the Labor Code.[2]
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OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
STANDARDS (OSHS)
By virtue of the powers vested in the Department of Labor

and Employment under Article 162 of the Labor Code of
the Philippines, this Occupational Safety and Health
Standards is hereby promulgated for the guidance and
compliance of all concerned. This body of standards rules
and regulations shall hereafter be referred to as “Standards”
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OSHS Purpose and
(1) Scope
The objective of this issuance is to protect every
workingman against the dangers of injury, sickness or death
through safe and healthful working conditions, thereby
assuring the conservation of valuable manpower resources
and the prevention of loss or damage to lives and properties,
consistent with national development goals and with the
State’s commitment for the total development of every
worker as a complete human being.
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OSHS Purpose and
Scope
(2) This Standards shall apply to all places of employment
except as otherwise provided in this Standard.
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Effects of Not Giving Importance in
Safety
in Workplace
For Workers
Work injuries and illnesses can affect every aspect of life for workers and their families.
Pain and suffering
Stress on relationships
Health-care costs beyond what is covered by
insurance
Loss of job or
career
Loss of life
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Safety
in Workplace
For Employers
A safe and healthy workplace not only protects workers from injury and illness, it can also
lower injury/illness costs, reduce absenteeism and turnover, increase productivity and
quality, and raise employee morale. In other words, safety is good for business. Plus,
protecting workers is the right thing to do.
Production losses
Wages for work not
performed
Increased workers' compensation insurance
costs
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Safety
in Workplace
For Employers
Damage to equipment or machinery
Hiring and/or training new employees
Increased workers' compensation insurance
costs
Decline in product quality
Decline in worker morale
High turnover and lost work time
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General Safety Rules
Be sure you know how to perform the job and perform it safely.
Be sure you know its hazards and how to protect yourself. If you
aren’t sure or have questions, ask your supervisor.
Report all near misses, incidents, injuries and illnesses immediately.

Wear the required personal protective equipment necessary for the job
Safety glasses are required as minimum eye protection on all jobsites.
Always work clear of suspended loads.

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Never conduct work, unless trained.
Do not become complacent! Always keep your mind and eyes on
the task at hand.
Always know the emergency action plan for your jobsite. Know
what the warning tones are and where to go.
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Obey all warning signs and barricades.
Inspect all equipment, scaffolds, ladders, lifts, etc. before using.
If found to be defective remove from service. Work Immersion
Report any unsafe tools, equipment or hazardous conditions to your
supervisor.
See that good housekeeping is maintained in your work area.
Exercise proper lifting techniques.
Do not perform work under unsafe conditions. Any employee has
the right to stop work if they feel it is unsafe.
Horseplay of any kind will not be permitted.
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Only authorized personnel shall repair company furnished tools or
equipment.
Don’t put yourself and your supervisor on the spot by not
observing safety rules and regulations
If you see someone doing something unsafe or at risk say something
to that employee
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10 Reasons Why Workplace Safety
1. is Important
SAFETY PROGRAMS CREATE PRODUCTIVE WORK
ENVIRONMENTS
2. ABSENTEEISM DROPS WHEN EFFECTIVE SAFETY
PROGRAMS ARE INTRODUCED
3. WORK PREMISES ARE KEPT TO HIGHER STANDARDS
4. A SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT PRODUCES HAPPIER
EMPLOYEES
5. EMPLOYEE INSURANCE CLAIMS DECREASE IN SAFE

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10 Reasons Why Workplace Safety
is Important
6. A COMPANY’S MOST VALUABLE ASSET IS PROTECTED
7. SAFETY PROGRAMS ENABLE A COMPANY TO WIN AND
RETAIN BUSINESS CUSTOMERS
8. SAFETY PROGRAMS CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE
SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS ARE CONSIDERED, ENCOURAGED
AND IMPLEMENTED
9. SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENTS ENHANCE THE BRAND
VALUE AND GOODWILL FOR A COMPANY
10. SAFETY REDUCES BUSINESS COSTS AND
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Thimble Work Immersion

Knee Pad Work Immersion

Ear Plug Work Immersion

Yield/Give Way Sign Work Immersion

Gas Detector Work Immersion

Hard Hat Work Immersion

Harness Safety Belt Work Immersion

Letter Opener Work Immersion

By virtue of the powers vested in the Department of Labor

Report all near misses, incidents, injuries and illnesses immediately.

Always work clear of suspended loads.

5. EMPLOYEE INSURANCE CLAIMS DECREASE IN SAFE

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