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� Administrative controls: Changing work practices or policies to reduce exposure to hazards. This might
involve implementing job rotation or scheduling work to minimise exposure.
� Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Providing protective clothing or equipment to employees to
reduce exposure to hazards that cannot be eliminated through other means.
Safety Guidelines Checklist
A Safety Guidelines Checklist is a systematic tool used to ensure that safety protocols and best practices are
consistently followed in the workplace or other environments. It typically includes a list of specific actions
or procedures that need to be checked, completed, or adhered to in order to maintain a safe working
environment and prevent accidents or injuries. A list of safety guidelines to be followed is mentioned below:
� Store cleaning chemicals in tightly sealed containers, and keep them in designated cupboards.
� Dispose of garbage on a daily basis.
� Ensure that all areas are adequately illuminated.
� Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewellery when operating machinery.
� Refrain from distracting individuals working near fire, machinery, tools, or equipment.
� Wear appropriate protective gear, such as goggles, safety glasses, masks, gloves, and hair nets, as required.
� Turn off all machines before leaving the workplace.
� Do not interfere with electrical controls or switches.
� Only operate machines or equipment after receiving proper
training and authorisation from your supervisor.
� Repair any damaged wires or plugs before using electrical
equipment.
� Do not use equipment that is emitting smoke, sparks, or
appears to be unsafe.
� Cover all food with a lid, plastic wrap, or aluminum foil.
� Avoid smoking in designated ‘No Smoking’ areas.
� Report any unsafe conditions or actions to your supervisor immediately.
CASE STUDIES OF HAZARDS/ACCIDENT DUE TO AVOIDABLE SITUATIONS
These are a few examples of Hazardous/Accidental situations where safety or consciousness was not there
or was missed.
Case Study 1: Accident due to Opening of Car Door
On a busy street with cars driving closely together, a car pulled
over near a row of parked vehicles. Unaware of the approaching
traffic from behind, the driver hastily opened the car door. At that
moment, a cyclist was riding past and collided with the suddenly
opened door.
The impact threw the cyclist off balance and into the path of an
oncoming bus. Despite efforts to avoid a collision, the bus clipped
the cyclist, causing injuries that required immediate medical
attention. Emergency services arrived promptly and transported the cyclist to the hospital for treatment.
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