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The document outlines the importance of safety, health, and security in the workplace, emphasizing the need for proper guidelines and adherence to Occupational Health and Safety policies. It addresses specific hazards related to computer use and musculoskeletal problems, providing recommendations for ergonomic practices. Additionally, it includes general evacuation procedures, first aid information, and classifications of fire hazards based on material types.

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Safety

The document outlines the importance of safety, health, and security in the workplace, emphasizing the need for proper guidelines and adherence to Occupational Health and Safety policies. It addresses specific hazards related to computer use and musculoskeletal problems, providing recommendations for ergonomic practices. Additionally, it includes general evacuation procedures, first aid information, and classifications of fire hazards based on material types.

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1.

Safety
The work environment of the organisation must be safe. It must be free from
hazards and risk.A proper safety guidelines must be prepared by the company and
it should be strictly followed.

Security
Every employee working in an organisation must feel that they are secured in the
company campus. Personal safety, computer system safety, electrical safety,
transport safety and other equipment safety.

[Link] and Procedures for Health, Safety and Security


 It clearly indicates the company’s commitment for their employee’s health
and safety
 Company can comply national policy on Occupational Health and Safety
(OH&S) ofGovernment of India
 set appropriate OH&S objectives & targets
 prevention of occupation related accidents, injuries, illnesses

3. Hazards using Computers/IT related Hazards


 Hazards while using computers include poor sitting postures
 Muscle fatigue.
 computer screen can be harmful to the eyes.

4. Musculoskeletal Problems:
This problem includes different areas of your body, such as neck, back, chests,
arms shoulders and feet. Position your computer such that the end of the
monitor should be at your eye level.
 Keep the neck neutral with monitor directly ahead to prevent to turn your
neck.
 Keep your monitor at least arm length distance
 While typing, keep your hands slightly lower than elbows
 Do not rest your wrists when typing.

5. General Evacuation Procedures


 Leave the place immediately
 Do not use the escalators or elevators (lifts)
 Guide your customers to the emergency exits
 assist the person with disability

6. First Aid:
Immediate or temporary care given to some one who has been injured or
suddenly fall ill.

7. Fire Extinguisher:
Identification of Material and Ignition Sources
Class A Material: materials such as wood, cloth, and paper,
which won’t ignite on their own but will continue to burn once
exposed to a heat source.
Class B Material: all liquid, grease, and gas materials that burn
when exposed to ignition sources.
Class C Material: electrical materials and equipment. These
materials cause fires very quickly and present a serious risk of arc
flash.
Class D Material: any materials that are volatile and able to
quickly ignite, such as magnesium, potassium,
and sodium.

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