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OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, course participants
will be able :
To list 4 categories of hazards in office
To list at least 7 safety and health measures
in office
SCOPE
INTRODUCTION
The office is usually assumed as a safe workplace,
which does not pose any risks to worker occupational
safety and health.
However, similar to other places of work, the office is
not exempted from physical, biological, chemical and
ergonomics and psychosocial hazards.
The presence of these hazards can cause the
occurrences of accidents such as falling, crushing,
collision and other problems such as musculoskeletal
diseases and eye fatigue
Physical
Electrical
Tools/machinery
Ventilation
Lighting
Radiation
Temperature
Fire
Chemical
Dust-from new furniture, carpets
Gas and vapors from :
solvents
production of ozone by photocopier
machines and laser printers
new furniture (formaldehyde)
cigarette smoke
Biological
From the air conditioning system
Bacteria/virus [waste food, domestic pests
(mice)]
Ergonomic
Physical strain
Mental stress
Use of tools such as computers, tables, chairs
and inappropriately designated equipment
Lifting of loads (ex: carrying files, boxes)
Washing and cleaning of the floor
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Psychosocial
Mental stress
Interpersonal relationship
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STATUTORY PROVISIONS
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CONCLUSION
The objectives of ensuring safety in the office are to
prevent the occurrences of accidents and avoid
illness
These accidents and diseases may be prevented by
taking proper measures in safety and health when
working
There are several legal provisions and guidelines that
outline safety and health. It describe specific and
general safety measures that need to be taken in
workplace situations
A workplace that is free from hazards can help an
organization increase productivity as well as reduce
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medical and other related costs
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