Step-by-step process towards effective COMPLIANCE to OSHA 1994 Regulations. (A 2-day course)

 

Presented by: Associate Professor Abdul Shukor bin Abdullah

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Objectives

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

(1) Advance the knowledge and confidence for implementing OSHA 1994 at workplace;

(2) Enhance the responsibilities and contributions of HSE personnel and SHOs at workplaces;

(3) Evaluate further the responsibilities of workers to comply to OSHA 1994 regulations

(4) Increase the understanding of the power bestowed by the authority.

Section 4 of OSHA 1994

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Section 15 (1)

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Common Causes of Work-related Accidents.

5Source: http://www.hsa.ie/eng/Topics/Slips_Trips_Falls/

Section 15 (2)

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Section 15 (3)

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Section 16

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Section 17

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Section 18

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Fatal Accident Cases – DOSH Reports

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Fatal Accident Cases

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Example: Minimising Health Risk (Section 15 of OSHA 1994).

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Psychosocial Hazards

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• Workplace Violent

• Sexual Harassment

• Workplace Bullying

- Prolonged Sitting (2-3 hours)- Contact Stress (Hard surfaces)- Unsupported Arms, Shoulders

Causes of Physiological Pains.

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1. Extended Arm Reach2. Arm is places on hard table surface3. Compact workstation4. Eyes and LCD Monitor not in horizontal plane5. Office is TOO Bright6. Wrong Chairs

Section 19

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Section 24 (1) and (2)

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Section 25

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Sections 27 (1) and 27 (2)

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Section 27 (3)

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Section 29

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Section 30

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Section 31

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Section 48 (1) and 48 (2)

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Main Source of Lower Back Pain (LBP)

Types of Work Place Hazards Physical Hazards Mechanical Hazards Biological Hazards Chemical Hazards Ergonomics Hazards Psychosocial Hazards

Section 48 (3), (4), (5) and (6)

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Section 49 (1) and 49 (2)

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Information for complying to OSHA 1994 Regulations.

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Medical DataWorker’s Body

Discomfort Survey

Data Analysis

Ergonomics Risk Tool – Job Hazard

Analysis (JHA)

Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)

31Source: http://www.emeraldinsight.com/journals.htm?art icleid=872765&show=html

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are injuries or disorders of the muscles, nerves, tendons, joints, cart i lage, an disorders of the nerves, tendons, muscles and support ing structures of the upper and lower l imbs, neck, and lower back that are caused, precipitated or exacerbated by sudden exertion or prolonged exposure to physical factors such as repetit ion, force, vibration, or awkward posture.

Musculoskeletal System

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Muscles, Tendons,Ligaments,Carti l lages,Bones

Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD)

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Potential sources of injuries.

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Major Body Pains – Back Pain

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Prolonged Sitt ing

Awkward Postures

Workstation Lay-outs

Heavy Lif t ing

Causes Of Body Pains & Injuries

36Source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2335999/Three-office-workers-blame-desks-sickness-Badly-set-desks-chairs-cost-companies-7bn-year.html

Low Back Pain (LBP)

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Major Factors Affecting Office Safety & Health.

Changing workplace and workforce.

Lets analyse the SYMPTOMS and STRESSORS.

1.BODY DISCOMFORT SURVEY.

2.WORK ENVIRONMENT SURVEY

SYMPTOMS vs. STRESSORS

Group Discussion and Analysis Activity.

This is to informed that your group has been selected by the Top ManagementOf ABC Sdn. Bhd. to deliver a 30 minutes high-impact presentation about

“MANAGING WORKERS’ SAFETY, HEALTH ANDEFFECTIVE CONTROLS

AT ABC SDN. BHD.”

Your high impact presentation should cover:-The brief description of common workplace hazards at ABC Sdn. Bhd.-Current statistics related to HSE hazards at ABC Sdn. Bhd.-What are the CAUSES or SOURCES of hazards at ABC S/B – Stressors-Which OSHA 1994 Regulations are related to these issues?-On what grounds that our company has VIOLATED the OSHA 1994 rules?-How to promote effective awareness about SAFETY & HEALTH to the employees.

How to comply to OSHA 1994’s regulations?

Statistics on Body Pains among the workers at ABC Sdn. Bhd.

http://ergonomicstoday.blogspot.com/2012/03/lifting-guidelines.html

Source:

Work By Sitting or Standing

Improved Body Postures when doing job in sitting positions

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Shoulder Pain – Rotator Cuff Tendonitis

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Work By Sitting

Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)

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Many of the symptoms of CVS (see Table 1) can be broadly classified as

"asthenopia." Most of these symptoms are also associated with other forms of near work. Neck and/or backaches are listed as a symptom of CVS since the eyes lead the body. Computer workers will often assume awkward postures in order to position their eyes so that they can perform their work - resulting in these musculoskeletal symptoms.

This can be the result of a poorly designed work station, assuming awkward postures due to using spectacles which are improperly designed for the task or due to making accommodations for a particular eye/vision disorder.

Eyestrain (Non-Specific Ocular Discomfort)

Blurred Distant Vision

Fatigue Dry or Irritated Eyes

Headache Neck and/or Backaches

Blurred Near Vision Diplopia (Double Vision)

Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)

48Source: http://www.computer-vision-syndrome.org/statistics/

Root Causes – The HIDDEN Hazards & Risks

Potential root causes of injuries include:

Lack of knowledge

Lack of physical ability Prior training that

included unsafe practices Previously unidentified

hazard Newly introduced hazard

resulting from process or equipment change.

HIERARCHY OF CONTROLS

Example: Action Plan

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Review & Conclusion

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1. OSHA 1994 Regulations.2. Objectives and Purpose of OSHA 19943. Sections 15, 16, 17, 18 and 194. Sections 24 to 275. Issues of safety, health and welfare6. Challenges and trends for managing hazards7. Counter measures and effective controls 8. Action Plans

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

ABDUL SHUKOR BIN ABDULLAH

Linkedin: ABDUL SHUKOR

OSH Blog: profshukor.blogspot.com