NEBOSH International General Certificate

in Occupational Health and Safety

UNIT GC3: HEALTH AND SAFETY PRACTICAL

APPLICATION

Student Name: DEEPRAJ SINHA

Student Number: 00399645

Date of Submission: 12/09/2017

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Assessor’s marking sheet

GC3 – THE HEALTH AND

SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Date of practical application 12/09/2017 Name of assessor

Course provider Course provider

733 Green World Group
number name

Student number 00399645 Student name DEEPRAJ SINHA

NEBOSH
Maximum
Assessor’s moderated
marks
Criteria av ailable
marks aw arded marks
(if different)

1 Com pletion of observation sheets

1.1 Range and outline of hazards and consequences 15

Identification of suitable control measures and

1.2 timescales 15

2 Report - Introduction and Executive Sum m ary

Introduction providing an overview of the chosen

2.1 area 5

2.2 Executive summary 5

3 Report - Main findings of the inspection

3.1 Quality of interpretation of findings 15

Identification of possible breaches of international

3.2 standards
5

3.3 Persuasiveness / conciseness / technical content 10

4 Report - Conclusions and Recom m endations

Clear and concise conclusions w hich are clearly

4.1 related to report findings and are effective in 15
convincing management to take action

Recommendations w hich present realistic actions to

4.2 improve health and safety in the chosen area 15

TOTAL MARKS 100

Grades:
 Outcome: PASS (60% or more) REFER (less than 60%)

Date assessed ____ / ____ / ____

Assessor’s signature ______________________

Date received by course provider ____ / ____ / ____

Date received by NEBOSH

(if applicab le) _____ / _____ / _____

Assessor’s additional comments on the practical application:

ASSESSED BY (name in block letters) _______________________________________________

The m ark sheet m ust be retained by the Course Provider and sent to NEBOSH only if requested.

NEBOSH USE ONLY

NEBOSH Moderator’s comments:

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GC3 – THE HEALTH AND
SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION
Student name __________ Deepraj Sinha________________
Place inspected ______Maintenance Department _________
Observations
Hazards and consequences
(1) It was observed that stools without
back rest provided for sitting purpose in
the packing section. This can lead to
musculoskeletal injuries – Work related
upper limb disorder, fatigue & disc
injury.
(2) It was observed that the workers
was lifting empty bobbins with incorrect
handling technique. This can lead to
ergonomic disorder - musculoskeletal
injuries. There can also be chances of
slip, trip and fall as the worker was not
wearing safety shoes.
Candidate’s observation
sheet
Sheet number 1 of __9__
Student number ____ 00399645____
Date of inspection_07_ / _09_ / _2017_
Control m easures Tim escale
Immediate and longer term actions
Immediate Action :
1)Stools should be shifted near walls. 1 day
2)Provide a table in front of the stools so 1 day
that the packing items can be kept on the
table and the worker does not have to
bend every time.
Long Term Action :
1)Provide ergonomically designed chairs 1 month
for the workers.
2)The chairs should be cleaned and 1 week
maintained .
3)Provision of cushions in the chairs for 1 month
comfortability of workers.
4)Job rotation technique should be 2 weeks
adopted by employer so as to reduce the
time of exposure to the employees.
Immediate Action :
1)The workers should wear safety shoes 1 hr
in the workplace.
2)Number of worker carrying the bobbins 1 day
should be increased so as to divide the
load between the workers.
Long Term Action :
1)Provide ergonomically designed hand 1 week
rider trucks , sack trucks , trolleys , barrel
lifts, gin wheels etc. for the workers as it
gives a mechanical advantage to carry
the bobbins.
2)Manual risk assessment should be 1 month
done considering 4 factors – Task, Load,
Environment and Individual capabilities.
3)Automation system can be used – use 3 months
of conveyor belt systems, forklift trucks,
electric pallet trucks, cranes etc as these
can lift the bobbins without the worker to
use bodily force
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GC3 – THE HEALTH AND
SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION
Student name __________ Deepraj Sinha________________
Place inspected _________Maintenance Department______
Observations
Hazards and consequences
(3) It was observed that canteen
facilities available for only permanent
staff workers. The contract workers
were having their food near the
packaging sections. These can lead to
contamination of food; unhygienic
conditions; incorporates housekeeping
of workplace and premises resulting in
diseases like diarrhoea, typhoid, fever
etc.
(4) It was observed that there were no
signboards and fencing observed near
gas storage and underground diesel
storage. Employees doing hot work
near storage area results in explosion,
fire, burn, damage and injuries.
Candidate’s observation
sheet
Sheet number 2 of __9__
Student number ____ 00399645____
Date of inspection_07_ / _09_ / _2017_
Control m easures Tim escale
Immediate and longer term actions
Immediate Action :
1)Allocation of temporary place for food 1 day
to contract workers.
2)Provide a table and benches in the 1 day
temporary place so that contract workers
can sit at designated place and have their
food.
Long Term Action :
1)Provision of canteen facilities for both 2 months
permanent workers and contract workers.
2)Managers and Supervisors should 1 week
make supervise and ensure that all
workers should have their food in canteen
only.
3)Signboard should be placed infront of 1 week
the canteen so that the contact workers
can be aware of the canteen location.
Immediate Action :
1)Keep the work in hold until the first-aid 1 hr
emergency equipment (Fire extinguisher,
sand buckets, etc) is arranged.
2)Supervisor should communicate the 1 day
safe working procedure to the workers
working near the storage area.
Long Term Action :
1)Provision of adequate fencing near the 2 months
gas and underground diesel storage
area.
2)Provide warning signboards on the 5 days
fences mentioning the name and
type(combustible, flammable, etc) of
gases present.
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GC3 – THE HEALTH AND
SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION
Student name __________ Deepraj Sinha________________
Place inspected ______Maintenance Department _________
Observations
Hazards and consequences
(5) It was observed that the diesel
generator(DG) in the set area was
generating high level of noise. It can
affect the communication between
workers, inability to hear emergency
sirens, impairment of hearing ability to
workers & other workers working near
by and also affects the internal
workplace environment.
(6) It was observed that the worker was
using the gas cutting set in the packing
sections. The gas cutting set was used
without any flashback arrestor. This can
cause cylinder and the equipment to
explode and also cause fire if there is a
spark or leakage. Fire and explosion
may cause burn to the worker working
on the equipment and nearby workers
also.
Candidate’s observation
sheet
Sheet number 3 of __9__
Student number ___ 00399645_____
Date of inspection_07_ / _09_ / _2017_
Control m easures Tim escale
Immediate and longer term actions
Immediate Action :
1)Provide PPEs like ear muff or ear plugs 1 hr.
to DG Sets workers and other nearby
workers.
2)Proper lubrication of the Diesel 2 hrs.
Generators should be done so as to
reduce the sound.
3)Damping of the machine parts can help 2 hrs.
to reduce the noise it changes the
resonance characteristics.
Long Term Action :
1)Provide machine guards to the existing 1 month
diesel generators.
2)Replacement of existing diesel 1 week
generators with silent diesel generators.
3)Job rotation technique should be 1 month
adopted by employer so as to reduce the
time of exposure of loud noise to the 2 weeks
employees.
Immediate Action :
1)Keep the work in hold until the first-aid
emergency equipment (Fire extinguisher, 1 hr
sand buckets, etc) is arranged.
2)Supervisor should communicate the 1 day
safe working procedure to the workers
working near the storage area.
Long Term Action :
1)Provision of Flash back arrestors for 3 days
gas cutting sets.
2)Provide training to workers regarding 1 month
the use of gas cutting sets safely.
3)Provide electrical insulation or 1 day
grounding of equipment before use.
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GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate’s observation
SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 4 of __9__

Student name __________ Deepraj Sinha________________ Student number ____ 00399645____

Place inspected ______Construction site _______________ Date of inspection_07_ / _09_ / _2017_

Observations Control m easures Tim escale

Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(7) It was observed that the Immediate Action :

shuttering gang operators doing
work in the new building area
without proper scaffolding & safety
equipment i.e personal protective
equipment & safety harness.This
can lead to fall, resulting in
temporary or permanent disorder or
even death.
1)Keep the work on hold until the safety 1 hr.
harness is provided.
2)Attach a net so that the worker may be 2 hrs.
saved even if the harness is not working.
Long Term Action :
1)Scaffold should be build by competent 1 week
workers.
2)Training should be provided to check the 1 month
level of competency of worker.
3)Creating awareness and promoting 1 week
positive safety culture in the workplace

Immediate Action :
(8) It was observed that the drinking 1)Relocation of drinking water facility away 2 days
water facilities located near the from the current location.
toilet, the area is dirty and water 2)Clean the area and stop the logging of 5 days
logged. This can lead to increase of water.
water contamination rate by various
microorganisms leading to health Long Term Action :
disorders such as water borne 1)Provision of mineral water bottles to 2 weeks
diseases (For eg. Shigellosis, employee.
Cholera, Hepatitis A, Leptospirosis, 2)Inspection should be done by health officer
Typhoid Fever, Malaria and Dengue to find the location of basic amenities 3 weeks
fever) and high sickness rate. provided.
3)Medical check up should be conducted 1 month
once a year.

(9) It was observed that the Immediate Action :

contractor were working for 12 hrs
shift in the construction zone. This
may lead to mental stability,
psychological disorders such as
stress, fatigue ultimately leading to
unsafe acts, accidents and injuries.
1)The contractors shall be contacted for the 1 week
reduction of work hours.
2)The time of exposure of a certain job 1 week
should be reduced.
Long Term Action :
1)Increase in man power as it reduces the 3 weeks
exposure time.
2)Selection of contractor properly(checking 3 weeks
Health & Safety policy,qualification,accident
record, membership, proof of adequate
resource,previous clients etc. )
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GC3 – THE HEALTH AND
SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION
Student name __________ Deepraj Sinha________________
Place inspected ______Workshop Department ___________
Observations
Hazards and consequences
(10) It was observed that
workers were cutting wooden
plank with hand saw by
keeping it on his foot in the
carpentry section. This can
result in disablement injuries,
severe cuts, deep cuts,etc.
(11) It was observed that the
fire exit door was blocked by
unwanted boxes, drums, and
wooden planks in the
carpentry section. This can
disturb the process of
evacuation in case of
emergencies.
(12) It was observed that the
oxygen & acetylene gas
cylinders were kept in the
direction of ground spark
during grinding work. It can
lead to fire & explosion of
cylinders resulting in injuries
such as burns, workplace
damage and even equipment
damage.
Candidate’s observation
sheet
Sheet number 5 of __9__
Student number ____ 00399645____
Date of inspection_07_ / _09_ / _2017_
Control m easures Tim escale
Immediate and longer term actions
Immediate Action :
1)Keep the work in hold and start only after the 1 day
toolbox is conducted.
2)The worker should be provided with a supervisor 1 day
during the time of work for continuous supervision.
Long Term Action :
1)Provide ergonomically designed table where the 1 month
wooden plank can be kept while cutting.
2)Proper illuminstion should be provided. 1 week
3)Rest breaks should be given to workers. 1 week
Immediate Action :
1)Clear the area near the fire exit door. 2 days
2)Put the sign board for fire exit so that it is visible to 2 weeks
all and the area should be kept clear.
Long Term Action :
1)Proper safety inspection should be done so that all 1 month
fire escape door, fire exits etc. should be free of any
obstruction.
2)Create awareness among the workers through 3 weeks
demonstration of graphical posters or videos.
Immediate Action :
1)Keep the work on hold, change the direction 4 hrs
opposite to gas cylinders and resumes after fire
watcher is present.
2)Before issuing work permit, necessary supervision 1 hr
should be done so that the area is free of
combustible material.
Long Term Action :
1)Oxygen & acetylene cylinder should be stored 3 weeks
outside in a separate area away from ignition source.
2)Cylinders should be kept upright and chained. 3 weeks
3)The storage area should be fenced with lockable 5 weeks
gate and proper lebelling on the fence.
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GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate’s observation
SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 6 of __9__

Student name __________ Deepraj Sinha________________ Student number ____ 00399645____

Place inspected ______Quality Control Lab______________ Date of inspection_07_ / _09_ / _2017_

Observations Control m easures Tim escale

Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(13) It was observed that Immediate Action :

containers containing epoxy
resins are not properly closed.
The workers handling this
resins were not using proper
personal protective equipment.
Epoxy resins lead to
sensitization, allergic reactions
and can also result into
occupational asthma in the
chemical storage.
1)Proper storage container should be used. It 3 days
should be tightly closed, with safety data sheet
provisions & warning signs
2)Provision of PPE such as chemical resistant 2 days
gloves, respirators, aprons etc.
Long Term Action :
1)Provide spill kits or spill trays so as to stop the 1 week
spilling of resins.
2)Substitute of epoxy resin by substances such 2 months
as vinyl ester resin, plastic resin.

(14) It was observed that the Immediate Action :

workers were smoking near the
chemicals stack area. This can
lead to fires, suffocation and
other problems to co-workers
resulting in explosion,
injuries(burns), damages and
respiratory disorders.
1)Enforcing no smoking rules in premises. 1 week
2)Security person should be in round. 2 days
Long Term Action :
1)Placing smoke detectors system in the plant. 3 months
2)Creating awareness among people and inform 2 weeks
them about the ill effect of smoking.
3)CCTV footage should be monitered properly. 2 weeks
3)Creation of separate smoking zone. 1 month

(15) It was observed that a Immediate Action :

single electrical plug point was 1)Remove unwanted connections and put only 2 hrs
overloaded with multiple plugs required ones.
and joints near the pH meter. It 2)Use one by one if not required continuously. 2 hrs
can lead to spark, short circuit
resulting in fires, electrocution, Long Term Action :
burns etc. 1)Provide more plug points as required in the 1 week
workplace.
2)Repair the damaged plug points so that it can 1 week
be used.
3)Create awareness among people regarding the 2 weeks
use, hazards and risk associated with electricity.
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GC3 – THE HEALTH AND
SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION
Student name __________ Deepraj Sinha________________
Place inspected ______Production Department __________
Observations
Hazards and consequences
(16) It was observed that
contract workers were using
cloth or handkerchief as
respirator mask while working
in wire drawing operation in
aluminium dust environment.
This can lead to adverse
health effects such as cancer
(lung cancer), asthma, other
respiratory disease.
(17) It was observed that
aluminium and copper scraps
accumulated all over the
premises of the drawing
machines. It can hamper
evacuation in case of
emergencies. It can cause
slip & trip hazards,
incorporates housekeeping
resulting in cuts, falls,
abrasion,injuries and
fractures.
(18) It was observed that the
roller conveyor in the
weighting section motor was
unguarded and rollers were
not even properly guarded
and absence of fencing. It can
lead to fall of material,
entanglement of workers
clothes, body parts,
entrapment leading to severe
cuts or injuries.
Candidate’s observation
sheet
Sheet number 7 of __9__
Student number ____ 00399645____
Date of inspection_07_ / _09_ / _2017_
Control m easures Tim escale
Immediate and longer term actions
Immediate Action :
1)Provide the PPE like respiratory mask which will 1 day
protect the worker from aluminium dust.
2)The worker should be given rest breaks and 1 day
more man power should be taken.
Long Term Action :
1)Safety training should be provided to both the 1 month
contract workers and permanent workers and
record should be made so as to check the level of
competency.
2)Proper ventilation system should be installed in 1 month
the workplace.
3)Job rotation technique should be done so as to 2 weeks
reduce the time of exposure of hazards.
Immediate Action :
1)Clean the area so that it is easy to evacuate and 3 hrs
also it promotes positive safety culture.
2)Stack the scrap in a proper place so that its easy 1 day
to dispose without affecting the housekeeping of
the workplace.
Long Term Action :
1)Provision for collecting bins. All scraps should be 20 days
disposed in respective bins.
2)Provision of recycling the scrap should be 2 months
undertaken by employer.
Immediate Action :
1)Keep the work on hold, by barricading area using 2 hrs
caution tape., i.e temporary barricade the area.
2)Put a tag about the machine condition. 1 hr
Long Term Action :
1)Provision guards in the various parts of conveyor 6 days
required.
2)Proper fencing at the edges should be done. 2 weeks
3)Frequent inspection should be done so as to 1 week
check the condition and working of the conveyor.
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GC3 – THE HEALTH AND
SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION
Student name __________ Deepraj Sinha________________
Place inspected ______Production Department __________
Observations
Hazards and consequences
(19) It was observed rod
breakdown (RBD) machine in the
operational zone was not
guarded properly and existing
guards were tampered. As RBD
is used to draw rods it can lead
to entrapment, trapping &
crushing of body parts of
workers. Leading to cuts,
temporary or permanent
disabilities.
(20) It was observed that that
rigid stranding machine (RSM) in
the operational zone produces
high pressure vibration which can
lead o structural impact on
workplace structure and health
related issues such as neuro
problem,circulatory problems,
carpal tunnel syndrome etc.
(21) It was observed that one of
the forklift used in conductor
drum transportation has no
reverse horn, weared tyres and
corroded forks. Risk of
overturning, collision of forklifts
as well as collision with workers.
Resulting in product damage,
injuries to workers & structures.
Candidate’s observation
sheet
Sheet number 8 of __9__
Student number ____ 00399645____
Date of inspection_07_ / _09_ / _2017_
Control m easures Tim escale
Immediate and longer term actions
Immediate Action :
1)Provide temporary guard on the RBD 1 day
machine and also use a caution tape to indicate
the fault.
2)Appoint a competent worker for the task as it 4 days
helps to reduce the rate of mistakes.
Long Term Action :
1)Guards with interlock system should be 6 days
provided i.e when the guard is opened, the
machine trips.
2)The machine should be frequently maintained 1 week
and housekeeping should be upto the mark.
Immediate Action :
1)Provision of vibration resisting PPE like 2 hrs
gloves, suits, shoes etc.
2)Provide of damping can reduce the vibration 2 days
to an extent.
Long Term Action :
1)Provision for vibration resisting floor and use 1 week
of absorbant which has high damping
coefficient.
2)Provision for fully automation system reduce 6 months
the risk involved to workers.
3)Job rotation technique should be followed so 1 week
as to reduce the exposure time for the workers.
Immediate Action :
1)Deploy the forklift immediately and put a tag 1 hr
so that other worker should not use it.
2)The remaining forklift should be checked and 2 days
inspected carefully.
Long Term Action :
1)Proper maintenance of the fork lift should be 1 week
done by competent employee and inspected
carefully.
2) Improved forklift should be used if possible.. 1 week
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GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate’s observation
SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION sheet

Sheet number 9 of __9__

Student name ____________Deepraj Sinha ______________ Student number ____ 00399645____

Place inspected _________Finolex Cables ltd. ____________ Date of inspection_07_ / _09_ / _2017_

Observations Control m easures Tim escale

Hazards and consequences Immediate and longer term actions

(22) It was observed that the plant Good practises should continue to ensure --
premises is properly secured by positive safety culture.
fencing. Facilities like CCTV
surveillance, security guards, entry
registors & proper illumination.
Designated pathway and signboard is
provided all the premises.

(23) It was observed proper greenbelt Celebrate the World Environment Day --
and sound absorbing trees like neem, on 5th June every year and create
bamboo to improve workplace awareness among workers.
environment.
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UNIT GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate report template

SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Student number _________ 00399645____________

Location __________ Finolex Cables ltd._________ Date of review _12 /_09_ /2017

Structure report under the following headings:

Introduction including overview of area inspected and activities taking place

The inspection was conducted at Finolex Cables ltd., Pune, India on 07-09-2017 started at 8:30 AM.
The inspection was conducted for the purpose of assessing Health & Safety Standards and
compliance with legal requirements.

It is the flagship company of the Finolex Group, established in 1958. Finolex Cables Ltd is India's
largest and leading manufacturer of electrical and telecommunication cables with a turnover in excess
of Rs.26 Billion (about US$ 400 million).

The company started its operation with the manufacture of PVC insulated electrical cables for the
automobile industry. Since then, the Company has constantly endeavored to augment its product
range to include PVC Insulated Industrial Cables , FR-LSH PVC Insulated Industrial Cables, PVC
Insulated Single Core and Multicore Flexible Industrial Cables, Rodent Repellent Multicore Flexible
Industrial Cables, PVC Insulated Winding Wires and 3 Core Flat Cables, XLPE 3 Core Flat Cables,
Power and Control Cables, High Voltage Power Cables (Up to 33 kV), Polyethylene Insulated Jelly
Filled Telephone Cables, Auto & Battery Cables, Co-axial and CATV cables, LAN Cables,
Switchboard Cables, Fibre Optic Cables, Solar Cables and others.

The company has manufacturing facilities at Pimpri and Urse in Pune as well as at Goa &
Uttarakhand. It has around 1900 + employees all over India.The company has received the IS/ISO
9001 Quality Management Systems Certification across all product lines and plants. Also IS/ISO
14001 -Environmental Management Systems Certification has been accorded to its plants in Urse and
Goa.

The plant which I was inspecting has the workforce of 300 members and about 130 contractors
working 24*7. The shift pattern is basically morning and afternoon. There were few general shifts
workers as well. The conductors manufactured by the use of machines such as rod breakdown
machine, rigid stranding machine etc. Sections of the plant inspected : 1)Tool Room ; 2)Production
Line ; 3)Maintenance department 4)Quality Department ; 5)Logistics Department.
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UNIT GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate report template

SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Student number ________ 00399645_____________

Location ________ Finolex Cables ltd.___________ Date of review _12 /_09_ /2017

Structure report under the following headings:

Executive Summary

I have observed that general condition of the plant is well maintained and impressive. The plant has
maintained its safety record since 2005 in accident free category and lower severity rates since 2007
as per state safety report. Inspite of all positive appearance and safety records, there are serious
issues which may transform into serious accidents and ruin all hard earned credits over past years.

Housekeeping : Scraps accumulated all over and fire exit door blocked due to unwanted boxes,
bobbins, etc. can be addressed by improving housekeeping, bins for scrap disposal, more
housekeeping staff and regular inspection required.

Machinery : not adequately guarded and absence of safety devices. Can be controlled by providing
new machine guards and safety devices.

Contract Management : Contract workers not wearing proper personal protective equipment and lack
of supervision can be dealed by adequate contractor selection and discussion with contractor on strict
compliance by laws.

Welfare facilities : Inadequate space to accommodate contract worker in canteen and drinking water
facilities near toilet can be addressed by extending existing canteen area and relocation of drinking
water facilities.

Fire Hazards : Fire hazards due to absence of flashback arrestor in gas cutter kit, workers smoking in
premises and no sign boards in gas & diesel storage areas can be controlled by safety survey, routine
inspection, provision of flashback arrestors, signboards and no smoking zones.

The issues discussed above will reduce the risk of accidents by following outlined recommendations.
In return it will benefit the organization in maintaining safety records, reduce sickness rate, promoting
effective and positive safety culture.

It will enhance productivity, prevent enforcement actions, cost cutting i.e decrease in compensation
cost, reduction in down time. It will also help in preserving the business reputation and public image.
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UNIT GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate report template

SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Student number _________ 00399645____________

Location ________ Finolex Cables ltd.___________ Date of review _12 /_09_ /2017

Structure report under the following headings:

Main Findings

Housekeeping

The housekeeping was not adequate in workplace. The scrap was accumulated all over the
workplace areas. The scrap could hamper evacuation in case of emergency. In addition the scrap can
also lead to slip, trip and fall hazard which can lead to serious injuries, product damage and spoiling
the workplace condition. Emergency evacuation door/ fire exit door was blocked by boxes, empty
bobbins which could also hampers the emergency evacuation.

The breaches of provision contained in Article 16 of ILO Convention C-155 & ILO Recommendation
on Employer Article 10(a) of R-164. It also violates Factory Act 1948 Section 11 and Section 12.

Article 16 of ILO C-155 states : “Employers shall be required to ensure that, so far as is reasonably
practicable, the workplaces, machinery, equipment and processes under their control are safe and
without risk to health.”

Article 10(a) of ILO R-164 states : “The obligations placed upon employers with a view to achieving
the objective set forth in Article 16 of the Convention might include, as appropriate for different
branches of economic activity and different types of work, the following:
(a) to provide and maintain workplaces, machinery and equipment, and use work methods, which are
as safe and without risk to health as is reasonably practicable.”

In short term ensure good housekeeping by cleaning all scraps, empty bobbins and boxes etc. from
workplace and emergency exits.

In long term provision of scrap collecting bins, periodically i.e routine scrap removal, appointing
additional housekeeping staffs.

The cost Rs.10,000 for provision scrap collection disposal bins. Rs.10,000 for each additional
appointed housekeeping staff, This will improve workplace condition, environment and ease at
workplace for employees.
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UNIT GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate report template

SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Student number _________ 00399645____________

Location ________ Finolex Cables ltd.___________ Date of review _12 /_09_ /2017

Structure report under the following headings:

Main Findings

Machinery

The machinery used in cable manufacture operation such as rod breakdown machine and conveyor
belt. The guard existing presently are tempered and not giving complete protection. Absence of safety
devices such as trip bars and trip cables are not present. This could lead to serious injuries, disabling
injuries, trapping, entanglement in rotating machine parts. Apart from injuries they can hamper the
work activity going on. It will simply affect the production.

The breaches of provision contained in Article 16 of ILO Convention C-155 & ILO Recommendation
on Employer Article 10(a) of R-164. It also violates Factory Act 1948 Section 21 and Section 30.

Article 16 of ILO C-155 states : “Employers shall be required to ensure that, so far as is reasonably
practicable, the workplaces, machinery, equipment and processes under their control are safe and
without risk to health.”

Article 10(a) of ILO R-164 states : “The obligations placed upon employers with a view to achieving
the objective set forth in Article 16 of the Convention might include, as appropriate for different
branches of economic activity and different types of work, the following:
10(a) to provide and maintain workplaces, machinery and equipment, and us e work methods, which
are as safe and without risk to health as is reasonably practicable.”

In short term ensure adequate supervision, fencing and barricading the area.

In long term provision of new guards, safety devices and adequate training to the workers.

The cost Rs.1,00,000 for new guards and Rs 2,00,000 for safety devices. This cost will improve
production rates, morale of work force and will prevent enforcement action.
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UNIT GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate report template

SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Student number _________ 00399645____________

Location ________ Finolex Cables ltd.___________ Date of review _12 /_09_ /2017

Structure report under the following headings:

Main Findings

Contract Management

Contractor issues like cloth used in place of mask which may cause serious health problems in the
long run, not using safety shoes in bobbins lifting operations can result in toe injury and absence of
supervisors during inspection. The personal protective equipment’s is in the scope of the contractor
and at times they bring standard ones or make excuses of not bringing. Many times the company
issue personal protective equipment to the contractor and debited from their running bill. Basically
safety criteria is not taken seriously while selecting these contractors. Ultimately whatever the
accidents takes place within the premises will be under the responsibility of the employer. The
management has to answer the enforcement agencies. Lack of control on the management can lead
up in serious problems as 300 workers plus 130 contract workers on various works. Company has to
select competent contractors and laid down the clear policy of personal protective equipment and
training requirement.

The breaches of provision contained in Article 16 of ILO Convention C-155 & ILO Recommendation
on Employer Article 10(a) of R-164. It also violates Factory Act 1948 Section 7A and The Health and
Safety at Work Act 1974.

Article 16 of ILO C-155 states : “Employers shall be required to ensure that, so far as is reasonably
practicable, the workplaces, machinery, equipment and processes under their control are safe and
without risk to health.”

Article 10(a) of ILO R-164 states : “The obligations placed upon employers with a view to achieving
the objective set forth in Article 16 of the Convention might include, as appropriate for different
branches of economic activity and different types of work, the following:
(a) to provide and maintain workplaces, machinery and equipment, and use work methods, which are
as safe and without risk to health as is reasonably practicable;”

In short term ensure that the contract workers are using the proper PPE in appropriate manner.

In long term ensure proper system is utilized while selecting the contractor and proper agreement
should be made.
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UNIT GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate report template

SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Student number __________ 00399645___________

Location ________ Finolex Cables ltd.___________ Date of review _12 /_09_ /2017

Structure report under the following headings:

Main Findings

Welfare facilities

The canteen facilities is provided only for the staff in the premises and contract worker in the various
section are having their meals in the workplace itself. This will create unhygienic condition of the
workplace. This will lead to high risk of contamination of food. There are also chances of disease due
to improper disposal of leftover food. This is incorporating with the housekeeping. Drinking water
facilities near the toilet may lead to contamination of drinking and health issues to workers.

The breaches of provision contained in Article 3(o) and Article 10(a) of ILO Recommendation R-164.
It also violates Factory Act 1948 Section 46.

Article 3(o) of ILO R164 states : “As appropriate for different branches of economic activity and
different types of work and taking into account the principle of giving priority to eliminating hazards at
their source, measures should be taken in pursuance of the policy referred t o in Article 4 of the
Convention, in particular in the following fields:”
(o)sanitary installations, washing facilities, facilities for changing and storing clothes, supply of
drinking water, and any other welfare facilities connected with occupational safety and health.

Article 10(a) of ILO R-164 states : “The obligations placed upon employers with a view to achieving
the objective set forth in Article 16 of the Convention might include, as appropriate for different
branches of economic activity and different types of work, the following:
(a) to provide and maintain workplaces, machinery and equipment, and use work methods, which are
as safe and without risk to health as is reasonably practicable;”

In short term temporary arrangement for place to accommodate workers to have meals and also
providing portable drinking water facility.

In long term construction of canteen with adequate facility for all workers, and shifting drinking water
facility away from toilets.

Management should consider expanding the existing canteen facility which will benefit organization in
increasing moral and reduction in absence from work. Cost of canteen facility is around Rs.4-5 lakhs.
Cost of Rs.7000 for shifting drinking water facility as per morale duty water should be offered clean
and free of cost.
APPENDIX 5

UNIT GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate report template

SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Student number _________ 00399645____________

Location ________ Finolex Cables ltd.___________ Date of review _12 /_09_ /2017

Structure report under the following headings:

Main Findings

Fire Hazard

The fire hazards in workplace include the absence of flashback arrestor in gas cutter kit which
comprises of acetylene and oxygen cylinders. The flash back arrestor was not procured urgently and
no other pieces were available in the stock. Cutting operation without the use of flash back arrestor
could have dangerous consequences such as fire and explosion resulting in fatality, injuries and
massive property damage. Moreover one fire exit door was found to be blocked by unwanted boxes,
drums, carboys, etc. Workers were found smocking cigarette in plant premises and no warning signs
in gas and diesel storage area.

The breaches of provision contained in Article 16 of ILO Convention C-155 & ILO Recommendation
on Employer Article 10 of R-164. It also violates IS 11006:2011.

Article 16 of ILO C-155 states : “Employers shall be required to ensure that, so far as is reasonably
practicable, the workplaces, machinery, equipment and processes under their control are safe and
without risk to health.”

Article 10 of ILO R-164 states : “The obligations placed upon employers with a view to achieving the
objective set forth in Article 16 of the Convention might include, as appropriate for different branches
of economic activity and different types of work, the following:
(a) to provide and maintain workplaces, machinery and equipment, and use work methods, which are
as safe and without risk to health as is reasonably practicable; ”

In short term keep the work activity on hold immediately.

In long term provision of flash back arrestors, adequate supervision, provision of fire watcher and
signboards. The exit routes and doors should be free of any blockage. No smoking zones to be made.

The estimate cost of flash back arrestor Rs.4000 which is very less if it’s compared to the cost of
damage and Rs.4000 for sign boards and management time is also required.
APPENDIX 5

UNIT GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate report template

SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Student number ________ 00399645_____________

Location _______ Finolex Cables ltd.____________ Date of review _12 /_09_ /2017

Structure report under the following headings:

Conclusion

As per my observation the plant is in good condition, well maintained gates, designated pathway,
green belt area, secured premises using fencing, CCTV surveillance.

Issues observed housekeeping, machinery, contract management, welfare facilities and fire hazards
in various sections of the plant like tool Room, production Line, maintenance department, quality
Department and logistics Department.

These can be controlled using adequate housekeeping, disposal facility, guarding machinery
with/without interlock system as required, selection of proper and competent contractors provision of
new canteen, use of flashback arrestors, Job rotation technique, automation system wherever
applicable, provision of spill kits, provision of good qualities of personal protective equipment,
provision of sign boards , lubrication of machines, damping of machines, maintenance of forklift, etc.
In addition to the above provision, inspection and supervision can help us violating these issues and
promote safe workplace.

Safety should be managed in proactive manner rather than reactive way, this requires strong
commitment and support, review of safety performance and overall performance by senior
management and taking appropriate action before it is late. Data available in UK says appropriately
more than 20 GBP are spent on the accidents and so far punishment is concerned UK introduced “
Corporate Manslaughter and Homicide Act 2007” which can punish employer with lifetime
imprisonment and India has maximum 10 years imprisonment under existing laws.

The organization has outstanding safety records, public image and business reputation which should
be preserved by following recommendations. The accidents, ill-health cost money to organization in
form of direct and indirect cost, legal fines. Enforcement actions can also be avoided. We all are
humans, we need to work in order to serve humanity by taking care of each other, protecting our
pristine environment and saving our planet.
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UNIT GC3 – THE HEALTH AND Candidate report template

SAFETY PRACTICAL APPLICATION

Student number ________ 00399645_____________

Location ______ Finolex Cables ltd._____________ Date of review _12 /_09_ /2017
Structure report under the following headings:

Recommendations – include as a table in the following format:

Recommendation Likely resource implications Priority Target date

Cost for scrap collection Rs. 10,000 Medium 20 days
disposal bins
Cost for additional Rs. 10,000 each + Human Medium 1 month.
appointed housekeeping Resource Department time
staff

Rs. 1,00,000 High 6 days

Cost of machine guards
Rs. 2,00,000 + Discussion time Medium 1 month
Cost of safety devices between management and
safety department
Financial implication discussion Medium 1 month
All PPE specific to job to with supply chain management
be provided by company and contractor purchase
will improve quality of department to finalise decision
PPE and workplace after discussion and safety
infringement reduction. department to make plan for
Selection criteria and training the contractors.
training of contractors to
be done.
Cost of relocation of Rs. 7000 High 2 days
drinking water facility
Extension of existing Rs. 4-5 lakhs + Management Low 2 months
canteen facilities to decision time
accommodate contract
workers.
Flashback Arrestor for Rs. 4000 High 3 days
oxygen & acetylene gas
cylinders.

Cost of warning & caution Rs. 4000 High 5 days

sign boards for gas &
diesel storage area