Major Industrial Accident Documentary Case Study

 

Major Industrial Accident Documentary 

Case Study

Confined Space Entry Safety Procedure

SCISSOR LIFT SAFETY TIPS

PIPER ALPHA ACCIDENT CASE STUDY

Basic Info about Piper Alpha Disaster : It is an oil platform located in the North Sea approximately 120 miles (190 km) north-east of Aberdeen, Scotland. It was operated by Occidental Petroleum (Caledonia) Limited and began production in 1976, initially as an oil-only platform but later converted to add gas production.

An explosion and resulting oil and gas fires destroyed Piper Alpha on 6 July 1988, killing 167 people, including two crewmen of a rescue vessel; 61 workers escaped and survived. Thirty bodies were never recovered. The total insured loss was about £1.7 billion, making it one of the costliest man-made catastrophes ever. At the time of the disaster, the platform accounted for approximately ten percent of North Sea oil and gas production. The accident is the worst offshore oil disaster in terms of lives lost and industry impact.

Info from : en.wikipedia.org

TRENCHES & EXCAVATIONS SAFETY

BHOPAL GAS TRAGEDY | DISASTER - DOCUMENTARY

Basic Info about Bhopal Gas Disaster : The Bhopal disaster, also referred to as the Bhopal gas tragedy, was a gas leak incident on the night of 2–3 December 1984 at the Union Carbide India Limited (UCIL) pesticide plant in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India. It is considered among the world's worst industrial disasters. Over 500,000 people were exposed to methyl isocyanate (MIC) gas. The highly toxic substance made its way into and around the small towns located near the plant.

Estimates vary on the death toll. The official immediate death toll was 2,259. In 2008, the Government of Madhya Pradesh had paid compensation to the family members of 3,787 victims killed in the gas release, and to 574,366 injured victims. A government affidavit in 2006 stated that the leak caused 558,125 injuries, including 38,478 temporary partial injuries and approximately 3,900 severely and permanently disabling injuries. Others estimate that 8,000 died within two weeks, and another 8,000 or more have since died from gas-related diseases. The cause of the disaster remains under debate. The Indian government and local activists argue that slack management and deferred maintenance created a situation where routine pipe maintenance caused a backflow of water into a MIC tank, triggering the disaster. Union Carbide Corporation (UCC) argues that water entered the tank through an act of sabotage.

Info from : en.wikipedia.org

WORKING SAFELY WITH CRANE

INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS INVESTIGATION / CASE STUDY

FORKLIFT SAFETY

Confined Space Entry Safety Procedure Training Awareness Refresher Toolbox Talk

 

Confined Space Entry Safety Procedure Training Awareness Refresher Toolbox Talk

CONFINED SPACE SAFETY WITH CASE STUDY

For every accidents that occur during a confined space entry, one of those accidents results in loss of someone life. Confined spaces having a variety of hazards and that is why specific procedures must be developed and followed for every entry in confined space. This basic requirements is designed to review these procedures for employees who have already been trained in confined space entry. Only employees that have completed Confined Space training may participate in a confined space entry.

 SCISSOR LIFT SAFETY TIPS

Obtain a copy of the entry permit and hazard assessment and review the hazards associated with the confined space

Ensure that the appropriate PPE, Rescue Retrieval Equipment and Communications Equipment are available and in good working condition, do a pre check before each use.

Lockout/Tagout any hazardous energy that the entrant could be exposed to in the confined space

Conduct continuous air monitoring utilizing a multi-gas air monitor in the confined space

The confined space must be labeled with a confined space “DANGER” sign

Review the confined space “DANGER” sign and make sure the information corresponds with the information on the hazard risk assessment

Notify the concern (include names and the confined space tag number) and wait for authorization to begin the entry

When the entry is finished notify the concern

Return the permit to your Supervisor

 WORKING SAFELY WITH CRANE

The entrants and attendant both have specific responsibilities during a confined space entry. These include:

Attendant

Understand signs and symptoms of exposure that the entrant may exhibit

Remain outside the confined space during entry operations, Do not leave the confined space unattended

Monitor atmospheric conditions

Maintain communications with entrant/s

Do not perform any work activities while attending an entry

Perform non-entry rescue and initiate emergency rescue by notifying the concerns

 WORK AT HEIGHT PRECAUTIONS - 

PICTORIAL TRAINING

Entrant/s

Understand potential entry hazards and be aware of signs and symptoms of exposure

Wear all the required PPE as specified on the permit or on the confined space hazard risk assessment

Maintain communications with attendant

Evacuate space immediately upon notification by Entry Attendant

Alert the attendant and exit the space immediately whenever there is a warning sign or symptom of exposure.

Confined Space Entry Safety Procedure Training Awareness Refresher Toolbox Talk

 INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS INVESTIGATION 

/ CASE STUDY

 

 

Hand and Power Tool Safety | Safety Talk | Toolbox Talk

 

Hand and Power Tool Safety | Safety Talk | 

Toolbox Talk  

NAPO SAFE MAINTENANCE

Often times we overlook the hazards associated with the common tools that are used on a daily basis. With this safety talk we hope to bring some awareness to the potential hazards of these common hand and power tools and how to minimize these hazards.

Training Requirement in common hand and power tools:

Each employee using hand and portable power tools must receive initial training and an periodic refresher training.

 

Pre Inspection Use (to be done before every use):

Damaged or cracked housing, power source , or bits/accessories

Dull blades are often more dangerous than sharp blades

Missing guards or protective devices

Leaking gasoline, oil or other fluids

Tool appears to be in poor condition

Does the tool have a 3wire cord, if not is it double insulated?

Ensure area is free of any potential trip hazards

Do not underestimate the importance of a clean work area

 

SCISSOR LIFT SAFETY TIPS

Proper Usage instructions for common Hand & Power Tools:

Ensure you are wearing the correct PPE in correct method

You should always wear eye protection

Use the right tool for the job

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions

If unsure about use, ask a supervisor or coworker for clarification

Insure tools are not pointed at or operated in close proximity to other individuals

Use spark resistant tools when working near a fuel source

Do not use excessive force to cut/drill through hard materials

Gasoline/Mixed Fuel Powered Tools must be off and cool when re-fueled, use only in well ventilated areas.

If you need to use a gas/mixed fuel powered tool indoors please contact HSE department prior to use.

 

Basic Scaffold Safety

Storage Instructions:

Drain fluids (gasoline)if equipment will be in storage for an extended period of time

De-energize tool prior to storage (includes removing air pressure, hydraulic pressure and removing loads).

Store electric tools in dry areas

Store flammables in accordance with applicable local regulations

 

Group Discussions with the Working Team Members:

Has anyone in the group been injured by a power tool or had a close call/nearmiss? How could this injury have been prevented.

What tools present the greatest hazard in your work environment? How can you minimize these risks?

Are there any tools that need to be repaired or discarded? If so take time to do this immediately after the talk.

Hand and Power Tool Safety | Safety Talk | Toolbox Talk  

 

 FORKLIFT SAFETY

 

 

Scissor lift safety talk | Scissor lift safety tips | Scissor lift safety rules | Scissor lift safe work procedure

 

Scissor lift safety talk | Scissor lift safety tips | Scissor lift safety rules | Scissor lift safe work procedure

FALL PROTECTION SAFETY TRAINING VIDEO

Scissor lifts are work platforms used to safely move workers vertically and to different locations

in a variety of industries including construction, retail, entertainment and manufacturing. Scissor

lifts are different from aerial lifts because the lifting mechanism moves the work platform straight up

and down using crossed beams functioning in a scissor like fashion. Although scissor lifts present

hazards similar to scaffolding when extended and stationary, using scissor lifts safely depends on

 considering equipment capabilities, limitations and safe practices.

BASIC RIGGING SAFETY

Self-propelled scissor lifts can cause serious injury if used incorrectly. Both the users and the owners of these lifts are responsible for ensuring safe use.

Review the manufacturer’s safe operating procedures before use.

Inspect the equipment before you use it, and as required during use, to ensure it is operating safely.

Review and update the log book.

Test equipment before using it to make sure that all safety devices are working properly.

Any repairs or adjustments necessary for the safe operation of the equipment must be made

before the equipment is used.

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Stay clear of all overhead obstructions and hazards, including power lines.

Use only lifts with controls that are protected from inadvertent operation.

Ensure that each set of operating controls on the lift has an emergency stop device that is within

easy reach of the operator and is clearly labeled STOP.

Maintain full control of the lift and comply with the laws governing its operation at all times.

 

Scissor lift safety talk | Scissor lift safety tips | Scissor lift safety rules | Scissor lift safe work procedure

SAFETY INDUCTION IN HINDI - SAFETY IN CONSTRUCTION / INDUSTRY

WORK AT HEIGHT SAFETY MOMENT

 

WORK AT HEIGHT SAFETY MOMENT

Working at height or height work remains one of the biggest causes of fatalities and major injuries in every industry. Common cases include falls from roofs, ladders, and through fragile surfaces.

‘Work at height’ means work in any place where, if there were no precautions in place, a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury (for example a fall through a fragile roof down an unprotected lift shaft, stairwells, fall from ladder etc).

WORK AT HEIGHT SAFETY TRAINING

BASIC RIGGING SAFETY

PART 1 - HEIGHT WORK | WORK AT HEIGHT PICTORIAL TRAINING 

BEST SAFETY POSTERS FOR WORKPLACE AWARENESS

PART 2 - HEIGHT WORK | WORK AT HEIGHT PICTORIAL TRAINING

TRENCHES & EXCAVATIONS SAFETY

Control measures

We should first assess the risks. Factors to weigh up include the height of the task, the duration and frequency, and the condition of the surface being worked on etc.

Before working at height we should work through these simple steps:

Avoid work at height/height work where it’s reasonably practicable to do so;

Where work at height cannot be easily avoided, prevent falls using either an existing place of work that is already safe or the right type of equipment. Think of Fall Prevention & Protection.

Minimize the distance and consequences of a fall, by using the right type of equipment where the risk cannot be eliminated.

Apply hierarchy of control for the best results.

WORK AT HEIGHT SAFETY MOMENT

PASS METHOD OF FIRE EXTINGUISHER USAGE

Basic Rigging Safety

Basic Rigging Safety

FALL PROTECTION SAFETY TRAINING VIDEO

Know the weight of the load.

Know the center of gravity of the load.

Make load attachment above the center of gravity of the load.

Select hitch that will hold and control.

Know the rated capacity of slings and hardware.

Select sling best suited for load.

Inspect all rigging before the lift.

Protect sling from sharp surfaces.

Proper calculation of increased tension caused by sling angles (on all rigging components!).

TRENCHES & EXCAVATIONS SAFETY

Allow for D/D ratio on all slings.

Calculate reductions when using choker hitch.

Keep personnel clear from lift area.

Barricade the lifting area to avoid unauthorized entry.

Lift load a few inches then check rigging.

Use taglines to control the materials.

Know limitations of all lifting devices used.

Lift slowly and stop slowly.

 

WORK AT HEIGHT PRECAUTIONS - 

PICTORIAL TRAINING

Basic Rigging Safety

 

Trenches & Excavations Safety

 

Trenches & Excavations Safety

FALL PROTECTION SAFETY TRAINING VIDEO

Excavations

Excavations are defined to include trenches. The definition of an excavation is a man-made cut,

cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface (including open-face excavations). More details on trenches below.

 

Trench

Trench excavation means a narrow excavation (in relation to its length) made below the surface of the

ground. In general, the depth is greater than the width, but the width of a trench (measured at the bottom) is not greater than 15 feet.

 

General requirements

Before excavation begins, locate and identify utility services such as electrical gas, steam, water, and

sewer in the area. Get the approvals from the respective stake holders.

Pointed tools cannot be used to probe for underground gas and electrical services.

 

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Underground Installations

Determine the estimated locations & use advanced tools

Contact the utility or owner and inform

Proceed cautiously

Find the exact location 

Support, protect, or appropriately remove the installation in open excavations

 

Access and Egress

A safe means of entering and leaving excavations must be provided for employees.

A stairway, ladder, ramp, or other means of egress must be located in trench excavations

which are:

 - 4ft or more in depth,

- require no more than 25 ft of lateral travel.

 

 

PASS METHOD OF FIRE EXTINGUISHER USAGE

Exposure To Vehicular Traffic

Employees must be provided and wear warning vests or other suitable garments marked with or made of reflectrorized or high visibility material.

Adequate illumination to be ensured in night.

Warning System for Mobile Equipment

A warning system must be utilized when mobile equipment is operated adjacent to an excavation, or when such equipment is required to approach the edge of an excavation, and the operator does not have clear and direct view of the edge. Barricades, hand or mechanical signals, or stop logs can be used.

Trenches & Excavations Safety

Exposure To Falling Loads

Employees are not allowed under loads handled by lifting or digging equipment.

Workers must either stand away or otherwise be protected from any vehicle being loaded or unloaded to avoid spilling or falling material.

INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENTS INVESTIGATION / CASE STUDY

Bench Grinder Safety

 

Bench Grinder Safety

HSE / SAFETY Interview Questions and Answers - PART I

Bench grinders can cause serious injury if used incorrectly. By following the safe work practices listed

below, you can help reduce the risk of injuring yourself or others while using these powerful tools.

 

Safe work practices

 

Never remove wheel guards from a grinder. They offer protection in case of wheel failure, and protect hands and fingers from injury.

When work is hand-held, the grinding machine must have an adjustable rest.

Never grind non-ferrous materials (metals not containing iron) unless the wheel is designed for such use.

Do not grind on the side of the wheel unless it is designed for such use.

Do not stand directly in front of a grinding wheel when you start it. Before you begin grinding, allow the wheel to run at operating speed for at least one minute.

Do not use a wheel that vibrates. Do not force or jam work into the wheel. Do not use a cracked or dropped wheel.

 

Basic Scaffold Safety

Personal protective equipment

Bench Grinder Safety

 Always wear hearing, eye, and face protection that is appropriate for the type of grinding work you’re doing.

 Respiratory protection may be required if your grinding work puts you at risk of inhaling harmful substances

 Secure loose clothing, and remove ties, rings, watches during working with bench grinder.

 Do not allow other employees near to bench grinder when its in operation.

WORK AT HEIGHT PRECAUTIONS - 

PICTORIAL TRAINING

 

Basic Scaffold Safety

 

Basic Scaffold Safety 

HEIGHT WORK | WORK AT HEIGHT 

PICTORIAL TRAINING | PART 2

When scaffolds are not erected or used properly, fail hazards can occur. About 2.3 million construction workers frequently work on scaffolds. Protecting these workers from scaffold-related incidents would prevent an estimated 4,500 injuries and 50 fatalities each year. Take these steps to help protect workers and reduce incidents:

Follow company specific guidelines for erecting scaffolds: verify that each scaffold and its components is capable of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load. Erect and dismantle under the direction of a scaffold competent person.

Inspect thoroughly the scaffolds daily before use; check footing, guard rails, connectors, fastening, tie-ins and bracing.

FORKLIFT SAFETY

Never use unstable objects such as barrels, boxes, loose bricks, or concrete blocks to support scaffolds or planks.

Fully plank platforms on all working levels.

Install guardrails and toe-boards on all open sides and ends of platforms on scaffolding.

If a scaffold is more than two feet above or below a level, provide adequate access, such as a ramp, ladder, or steps.

Ensure the access steps or ladder is properly secured.

Do not erect, use, dismantle, alter or move scaffolds so they, or any conductive material handled on them, might come closer than 10 feet to energized overhead power lines. maintain safe distance from the electrical power lines.

Obtain scaffold user training prior to working on scaffolding.

Inspect all scaffolds prior to use or at least on a daily basis.

THE BEST INDUSTRIAL SAFETY POSTERS - 2

Ensure scaffold is erected by competent persons and its inspected & certified by competent scaffold inspector before use.

Do not erect scaffolds in vehicle movement area, maintain safe distance from vehicle movement.

Never overload the scaffold.

Do not store any loose materials in the edge of the scaffold working platform.

Do not alter the scaffold which is inspected and certified by competent scaffold inspector.

These are some of the points in Basic Scaffold Safety.

PASS METHOD OF FIRE EXTINGUISHER USAGE