A Guide to Safety & Health, Wrtsil The Netherlands, BV
2 A Guide to Safety & Health
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CONTENTS
MODULE 1.. Permit to Work System Fire & Explosion Confined Space MODULE 2 Electrical Hazards Mechanical Hazards Safe Use Hand Tools & Portable Power Tools MODULE 3 Chemical Hazards Health Hazards MODULE 4 Falling Hazards Material Handling Hazards Road Safety/Traffic Rules MODULE 5 Safe Means of Access Personal Protective Equipment Good Housekeeping Safety/Warning Signs Dealing with Emergencies 3 A Guide to Safety & Health 1 Permit to work System
Apply for a work permit before starting work. 4 A Guide to Safety & Health 1 Permit to work System
Understand and follow all instructions and precautions given in the permit. 5 A Guide to Safety & Health 1 Permit to work System
Return the permit on completion of work. 6 A Guide to Safety & Health 1 Fire & Explosion
No smoking beyond point 7 A Guide to Safety & Health 1 Fire & Explosion
Smoke only in areas designated for smoking. 8 A Guide to Safety & Health 1 Fire & Explosion
Contain all sparks and slags during hot work. 9 A Guide to Safety & Health 1 Fire & Explosion
Clean up any liquid and oil spills. 10 A Guide to Safety & Health 1 Fire & Explosion
Have fire-fighting equipment ready for all hot works. 11 A Guide to Safety & Health 1 Fire & Explosion
Do not bring into the plant items, which are potential sources of ignition such as cameras, radios, torches and cigarette lighters. 12 A Guide to Safety & Health 1 Confined Space
Do not bring gas cylinders into confined spaces. 13 A Guide to Safety & Health 1 Confined Space
Make sure that the confined space is well ventilated. 14 A Guide to Safety & Health
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CONTENTS
MODULE 1.. Permit to Work System Fire & Explosion Confined Space MODULE 2 Electrical Hazards Mechanical Hazards Safe Use Hand Tools & Portable Power Tools MODULE 3 Chemical Hazards Health Hazards MODULE 4 Falling Hazards Material Handling Hazards Road Safety/Traffic Rules MODULE 5 Safe Means of Access Personal Protective Equipment Good Housekeeping Safety/Warning Signs Dealing with Emergencies 15 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Electrical Hazards
Do not tamper with faulty tools. Send them for repair immediately. 16 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Electrical Hazards
Do not use the electrical equipment when you are wet. You can get an electrical shock. 17 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Electrical Hazards
Always switch OFF/disconnect the power supply after use. 18 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Mechanical Hazards
Guard all moving parts of machinery 19 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Mechanical Hazards
Switch off the power supply of the machinery when not in use. 20 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Mechanical Hazards
Make sure the power supply is cut off before attempting any repair. 21 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Mechanical Hazards
Unbuttoned sleeves can be caught in moving mechanical parts. 22 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Safe Use Hand Tools & Portable Power Tools
Check tools before using them. 23 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Safe Use Hand Tools & Portable Power Tools
Do not use damaged tools. Replace or repair them immediately. 24 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Safe Use Hand Tools & Portable Power Tools
Use the right tool for the job 25 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Safe Use Hand Tools & Portable Power Tools
Handle tools carefully and store them properly in a toolbox or bag. 26 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Safe Use Hand Tools & Portable Power Tools
Rotating parts and sharp cutting edges must be properly guarded to prevent accidental contact. 27 A Guide to Safety & Health 2 Safe Use Hand Tools & Portable Power Tools
Handle tools properly: 1. Do not carry by the cable 2. Do not throw tools at one another. 28 A Guide to Safety & Health
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CONTENTS
MODULE 1.. Permit to Work System Fire & Explosion Confined Space MODULE 2 Electrical Hazards Mechanical Hazards Safe Use Hand Tools & Portable Power Tools MODULE 3 Chemical Hazards Health Hazards MODULE 4 Falling Hazards Material Handling Hazards Road Safety/Traffic Rules MODULE 5 Safe Means of Access Personal Protective Equipment Good Housekeeping Safety/Warning Signs Dealing with Emergencies 29 A Guide to Safety & Health 3 Chemical Hazards
Exposure to chemicals can cause injuries and cause damage to health. 30 A Guide to Safety & Health 3 Chemical Hazards
Protect yourself with proper clothing. 31 A Guide to Safety & Health 3 Health Hazards
Wear ear protectors to prevent hearing damage. 32 A Guide to Safety & Health 3 Health Hazards
Wear suitable respirators. 33 A Guide to Safety & Health 3 Health Hazards
Stay clear from radiation work. 34 A Guide to Safety & Health 3 Health Hazards
Protect your eyes from harmful rays. 35 A Guide to Safety & Health
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MODULE 1.. Permit to Work System Fire & Explosion Confined Space MODULE 2 Electrical Hazards Mechanical Hazards Safe Use Hand Tools & Portable Power Tools MODULE 3 Chemical Hazards Health Hazards MODULE 4 Falling Hazards Material Handling Hazards Road Safety/Traffic Rules MODULE 5 Safe Means of Access Personal Protective Equipment Good Housekeeping Safety/Warning Signs Dealing with Emergencies 36 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Falling Hazards
Use properly erected working platforms. 37 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Falling Hazards
Use proper ladders. 38 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Falling Hazards
Do not leave loose objects on high platforms, they may fall off and hit someone. 39 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Falling Hazards
Do not pass objects to one another by throwing. 40 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Falling Hazards
Cover up or barricade all openings on the floor to prevent falls. 41 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Material Handling Hazards
Lift with your legs and not your back. 42 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Material Handling Hazards
Use proper material handling equipment. 43 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Material Handling Hazards
Do not overload lifting equipment. 44 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Material Handling Hazards
Do not stand under a suspended load. 45 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Road Safety/Traffic Rules
Be safe on the road follow all traffic rules. 46 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Road Safety/Traffic Rules
Do not enter restricted areas without a valid permit. 47 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Road Safety/Traffic Rules
Park vehicles properly, do not block the roads. 48 A Guide to Safety & Health 4 Road Safety/Traffic Rules
Do not leave vehicle with engine running and unattended. 49 A Guide to Safety & Health
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CONTENTS
MODULE 1.. Permit to Work System Fire & Explosion Confined Space MODULE 2 Electrical Hazards Mechanical Hazards Safe Use Hand Tools & Portable Power Tools MODULE 3 Chemical Hazards Health Hazards MODULE 4 Falling Hazards Material Handling Hazards Road Safety/Traffic Rules MODULE 5 Safe Means of Access Personal Protective Equipment Good Housekeeping Safety/Warning Signs Dealing with Emergencies 50 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Safe Means of Access
Use proper means of access. 51 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Safe Means of Access
Do not take short cuts by climbing over pipelines. 52 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Personal Protective Equipment
Personal protective equipment minimizes injury in an accident protect yourself by wearing them. 53 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Personal Protective Equipment
Safety helmets protect your head from falling objects, knocks and bumps. 54 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Personal Protective Equipment
Wear eye protection safety goggles to protect your eyes from chemical splashes, flying objects, particles and sparks. 55 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Personal Protective Equipment
Wear earplugs or earmuffs to protect your hearing in high noise areas. 56 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Personal Protective Equipment
Use respiratory apparatus to protect yourself in work areas with poisonous fumes, gases, vapors and dusts. 57 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Personal Protective Equipment
Wear safety shoes to protect your feet from falling and sharp objects. 58 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Personal Protective Equipment
To prevent falling from height, wear a safety belt and anchor it to a strong and secure point. 59 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Good Housekeeping
Keep your work area tidy. Good housekeeping prevents accidents. 60 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Good Housekeeping
Clean up oil spills to prevent slipping hazards 61 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Good Housekeeping
Keep passageways clear to prevent from tripping hazards 62 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Safety/Warning Signs
Observe all warning signs. 63 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Safety/Warning Signs
Follow the speed limit. 64 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Dealing with Emergencies
Dealing with Emergencies
65 A Guide to Safety & Health 5 Dealing with Emergencies