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According to experts, hand hygiene serves as the first line of control against anyinfection. This is seconded by the World Health Organisation, which states thatclean hands protect against infection. That being said, are you washing yourhands the right way? Main Points About 80 percent of common infectious diseases are spread by our hands. Despite this … Read more
Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection which is spread from animals to humans.Almost any animal can carry this disease, they are not affected by it, and it is oneof the most widespread animal to human diseases in the world. There are 2 main groups of Leptospirosis: Hardjo (found in cattle) and Weil’sDisease (most commonly found in … Read more
Forklifts and other powered industrial vehicles are the mainstay of movingmaterials in the industry. Their safe operation is key which is why standards fortraining and evaluation of drivers can be so stringent. Second to operationalsafety, load stability is probably the second most important factor to ensure thesafe moving of materials with this equipment. Main Points … Read more
Any machine part that can cause injury must be safeguarded, machines can causea variety of injuries from burns or cuts to severe injuries such as crushing,fractures, lacerations or even amputation. So, these machine guards are your firstline of defence against some of these injuries. Main Points Hazards to be guarded: • Point of operation – … Read more
Mobile tower scaffolds provide a very useful and efficient working platform fornumerous tasks when used properly. When misused, they provide a means ofserious injury to both users and other employees. Main Points • Plan use of mobile tower scaffolds. Ensure SWL’s are sufficient, that manufacturer’sguidelines are complied with, and that a competent person is available … Read more
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is the term used to describe the examination ofelectrical appliances and equipment to ensure they are safe to use. Mostelectrical safety defects can be found by visual examination but some types ofdefect can only be found by testing. A relatively brief user check (based upon simple training and perhaps assisted bythe … Read more
Many species of pest are attracted to the food and shelter present in foodproduction facilities and can enter the food supply and production facilities atmany points, contaminating surfaces, materials, equipment and food products. Main Points The three main groups of pests that are encountered in food businesses are: • Rodents – rats and mice.• Insects … Read more
Pressure washers are used to clean equipment, materials and work areas on thejob. They can also cause injuries because the water is under pressure, it moveswith enough force to cause damage to the eyes or skin and contribute to othertypes of injuries. Main Points Close contact with a pressure washer’s flow to your skin actually … Read more
Portable reciprocating saws are powerful, versatile tools that use thin, flat, narrowblades that, depending on the application requirements, come in assorted lengthsand tooth-sets. Reciprocating saws are not difficult to use but their intendedpurpose prohibits the use of a blade guard. The open blade design allows theapplication of powerful cutting potential in cramped and restricted spaces. … Read more
Safeguarding is a term used to describe the measures taken to protect the health,well-being and human rights of individuals, which allow people, especiallychildren, young people and vulnerable adults to live free from abuse, harm andneglect. Responsibility for these aims is deemed to lie with everyone who comesinto contact with children and families Main Points We … Read more
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