Lesson 2: Occupational Health and Safety

Objectives:1. Define terms associated with health and safety2. Identify some common types of hazards in the workplace3. Suggest ways on how to prevent common hazards/risk in the

workplace4. Create signages to emphasize preventions

BACTERIA

A simple, single called microorganism. They develop thru moisture and warmth.

Electroshock- Caused by touching exposed electrical wire or a piece of electrical equipment which is not grounded properly

hazard

A situation that could be dangerous to people in the workplace

sanitationThe science and practice of maintaining clean and healthy conditions of food production so that the food served to customers cannot make him ill.

Pre-testDirection: Identify the type of hazards/accident in the workplace. Write your answer on your notebook. Write letters only.

a. Protecting your property from fireb. Protecting your property from natural

hazardsc. Protecting your property from crimed. Protecting your staff and visitors from

accidentse. Legislation that may affect your business 1. Cooking ranges, boilers and deep fryers without

fitted thermostats or emergency cut off valves to turn off

2. Non-visual inspection of all portable electrical items and electrical wiring

3. Prepare a flood plan for your business

a. Protecting your property from fireb. Protecting your property from natural

hazardsc. Protecting your property from crimed. Protecting your staff and visitors from

accidentse. Legislation that may affect your business 4. Consider putting shop fronts with grilles or

shutters to deter smash and grab raiders5. Keeping the premises clean, tidy, congestion-free and well lit will go a long way to preventing most of this type of accident6. Do make aisles and passageways sufficiently wide for easy movement and keep clear at all times7. Clear up spillage promptly and post warning notices8. A food establishment should be in a free-flood area

CHEMICAL & DUST HAZARD

SELECTRIC

AL HAZARDS

BIOLOGICAL

HAZARDSPHYSICAL/FIRE

HAZARDS

CHEMICAL HAZARDS – are present when a worker is exposed to any chemical preparations in the workplace in nay form (solid, liquid, gas)

• Cleaning agents• Vapors and fumes or exposure to

solvents• Gases (LPG) • Flammable materials like gasoline,

and explosive chemicals• Pesticides

ELECTRICAL HAZARDS - anything that uses electricity to work contains a risk that if it is faulty then it could lead to an electric shock.

• Worn electric cords or improperly used or damaged extension cords

• Improperly wired or ungrounded outlets• Faulty equipment and wiring• Damaged receptacles and connectors• Wet clean-up processes• Unsafe work practices

PHYSICAL HAZARDS – factors within the environment that can harm the body without necessarily touching it.

• Radiation including ionizing, non-ionizing (microwaves, radiowaves)

• High exposure to sunlight• Temperature extremes• Constant loud noise

BIOLOGICAL HAZARDS – associated with working on animals, people plant materials

• Blood and body fluid• Fungi and molds• Bacteria and viruses• Plants• Insect bites• Animal and bird droppings

Responsibilities of a worker/owner of the business towards health, safety and security in the workplace.

1. Protecting your property from fire

2. Protecting your property from natural hazards

3. Protecting your property from crime

4. Protecting your staff and visitors from accidents

5. Legislation that may affect your business

DIRECTION: Draw a slogan/poster on safety and hygiene practices in the workplace. Use an Oslo paper, any color medium and drawing tools. Example:

Hard hat area