Contribute to the heath, safety and security of the workplace.... =)

When identifying HAZARDS in the workplace...

A hazard is anything with the potential to cause harm. The risk is the likelihood that someone could be harmed by that hazard together with an indication of how serious the harm could be. The law doesn't require you to eliminate all risk, but you are required to protect people as far as is 'reasonably practicable'.
The first stage of a risk assessment is to look for hazards. A hazard can be something easily seen, such as a trailing cable, a worn carpet or exposed wiring. Or it can be something less obvious - a slippery surface, for example.
It can be something general, such as poor lighting. Or it can be something specific to your business, such as the particular hazardous substances you use.
A hazard can be something directly affecting your employees, such as exposure to bacteria - or something affecting the environment in general, such as your waste materials.
You should distinguish between:

• workplace hazards, such as a workshop's layout
• activity hazards, such as using grinding machinery in your workshop
• environmental hazards, such as the dust created when using grinding machinery

When looking for hazards it can be helpful to:

• walk around your business
• talk to employees who may be more aware of your business' hazards than you
• look at safety data sheets and manufacturers' instructions to identify potential problem areas
• examine accident and health records to identify existing problem areas.

Tips and Advice ~ on Workplace Safety and Security

Workplace safety and security is an essential consideration for business owners who face threats of criminal activity in their stores. Surveillance equipment and alarms may often be implemented as means to deter would be crooks. Determine the risk posed by the client base of your operation and the location in which your venue resides to determine the measures which should be taken to avoid incidents of theft and violence.
There are several resources through which business owners may find reference materials which may assist them in navigating security issues. Consulting services often provide the most comprehensive information available. Agents will draw upon real world experience to foresee the threats posed to a venue and implement techniques to avoid such occurrences.


At Sondela I've learned how to handle situations like this, id rather say the basics of it. ts very important to understand the seriousness of it.

• Know the kinds of protective clothing to wear.
• Follow the Health and safety instructions and procedures.
• Know how to limit damage to persons or property in the event of an accident or emergency.
• Know how to use the different extinguishers and make sure their serviced regularly.
• Know how to contribute t the maintenance of security in the workplace.

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