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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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