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•  Medical Help: If the injury is serious, call for medical assistance immediately. Know the emergency contact numbers
                and the location of the nearest medical facility.
              Inform your Supervisor

              After attending to the injured person, the next step is to notify your supervisor:
              •  Report the Incident: As soon as possible, inform your supervisor about the accident.
              •  Provide Details: Give a detailed account of what happened, including the probable cause of the accident and a
                description of the injury. This helps to create an accurate incident report.

              Assist your Supervisor
              Collaborate with your supervisor to ensure a thorough follow-up:
              •  Investigate the  Accident: Work  with your supervisor to investigate  the accident. This  might involve  talking to
                witnesses, examining the accident site, and reviewing safety protocols.
              •  Identify the Root Cause: Find out the actual cause of the accident. This could be due to unsafe practices, faulty
                equipment, or environmental hazards.
              •  Implement Preventive Measures: Help your supervisor take appropriate actions to prevent similar accidents in the
                future. This could include:
                i.  Improving Safety Protocols: Updating safety procedures or introducing new ones.

                ii.   Training and Awareness: Providing additional training to employees on safety practices and raising awareness
                   about potential hazards.
                iii. Maintenance and Repairs: Ensuring that all equipment and facilities are regularly checked and maintained.

                iv. Safety Inspections: Conducting regular safety inspections to identify and address potential hazards.

              Types of Emergencies
              Emergencies can occur unexpectedly and can have various causes, requiring different responses. The workplace should
              have policies and procedures to handle different types of emergencies in different ways. Some of the common types of
              emergencies are handled, as explained below:

              First Aid
              First aid is the first skilled assistance given to a person who has suffered an injury or sudden illness before professional
              medical help can be provided. The goal of first aid is to minimise the severity of the injury or illness, prevent further
              harm, and promote recovery.
              Ensure that first aid kits are located in easily accessible areas throughout the workplace. The kits should be well-
              stocked with essential items such as bandages, antiseptic wipes, burn cream, pain relievers, and tools like scissors and
              tweezers. Periodically check and replenish the supplies. Employees should receive basic first aid training, including
              CPR, to handle common injuries and medical emergencies until professional help arrives.

              Electrical Safety
              Provide clear  guidelines  on electrical safety,  emphasizing  the importance  of keeping water,  food, and flammable
              materials away from electrical equipment. Schedule regular inspections of all electrical systems and equipment by
              qualified personnel to identify and rectify any issues like frayed wires or faulty connections.

              Maintain  an updated list of emergency  contact numbers, including  police,  fire brigade,  security, and  ambulance
              services. This list should be easily accessible to all employees.

              Regularly check and maintain all emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers and fire alarms, to ensure they are
              in working order.


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