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Construction Safety - What is Demolition? What Are the Methods of Demolition? What are the Hazards and Control Measures in Demolition Work?

Demolition Safety: Essential Practices for High-Risk Work  Demolition work isn't just construction in reverse—it's a specialized field with unique hazards that require careful planning and execution. Unlike construction, demolition teams face unknown factors: modifications made to the original structure, hidden materials, and uncertain structural integrity. These unknowns make demolition particularly dangerous.  Common Accident Causes in Demolition Falls from heights and through openings Being struck by falling or flying objects Sudden structural collapse Electrical hazards Collisions with mobile equipment Fires Insecure materials Improper use of equipment on elevated surfaces Cutting equipment injuries Transport accidents from overloaded vehicles Demolition work involves construction hazards plus additional dangers due to: Unknown modifications to the original structure Hidden materials (lead, asbestos, silica, chemicals) Unknown structural strengths/weaknesses Hazards from ...
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Hazards and Control Measures in Iron and Steel Industry in India

Hazards and Control Measures in Steel Industry   The steel industry is vital to the modern world, with strong linkages to material flows and income generation, contributing about 2% of India's GDP and employing approximately 25 lakh people . India has grown from a 1 million tonne capacity at independence to become the 2nd largest crude steel producer and the largest sponge iron producer globally . The Indian steel industry is classified into Integrated Steel Producers (ISP), accounting for around 55% of finished steel production, and Mini Steel Plant/ Processing Units, making up about 45% . Four main legislations cover Occupational Safety & Working Conditions Management: The Factories Act, 1948, The Mines Act, 1952, The Dock Workers Act, 1986, and The Building & Other Construction Workers Act, 1996 . Other related legislations address specific substances, machinery, and environmental issues, applicable across all sectors .  Here’s a stepwise flow diagram for the I...
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Safety In Engineering Industry >Chapter 6 > Topic- Various Hazards in Malls, Cinema Halls, Parking Lots and Commercial Sectors, Etc. Preventive and Control Measures

Various Hazards in Malls, Cinema Halls, Parking Lots and Commercial Sectors, Etc. Preventive and Control Measures Shopping Malls, being large commercial spaces with diverse activities and numerous visitors, present various hazards that need to be identified and addressed to ensure the safety and well-being of both employees and customers.  Here are some common hazards in malls & control measures:  1) Fire Hazards:  Potential for fires due to electrical issues, flammable materials, or other causes.  Control Measures:  Install and regularly test fire alarms and sprinkler systems. Conduct fire drills, provide fire extinguishers, and ensure all exits are clearly marked and unobstructed. 2) Crowd Management:  Large crowds during peak shopping times can pose safety risks. Control Measures:  Implement crowd control measures, designate exit routes, and provide visible signage. Work with security personnel to manage and direct crowds effectively.  3)...
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Quality Control in Occupational Safety & Health > Chapter- 6 > Topic-Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan > Sub-Topic- Mutual Aid Response Group

MARG- Mutual Aid Response Group or Mutual Accident Response Group  Industry and its growth are vital for any countries economical growth. At the same time it may also bring the associated problems like accidents, pollution etc. In some of the accidents their effects can spread to the neighborhood. A timely and correct action at local level has its own distinct advantage to minimize these effects.  MARG as a concept has unique multiplier effect, as it envisage the optimization of resources. In local language MARG means showing path for unity in diversity. The purpose of MARG is to make available additional aid / resources at the shortest possible time to the affected area for controlling major emergency during industrial & road accidents.  MARG is Mutual Aids Response Group. A voluntary initiative on developing ‘mutual aid arrangement’ for effective emergency response. Initiative of the Association of Industries in Industrial pockets  a forum to mutually help...
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Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health > Chapter - 3 > Personal Protective Equipment > Need of PPE, selection, applicable standard, supply use ,care & maintenance of PPE (Part -2)

Part II of PPE blog- Sub Topic is Respiratory PPE  Classification of Respiratory Hazards  Classification of respiratory personal protective devices.  Selection of respiratory PPE  Instruction and training in the use ,maintenance ,care of self containing breathing apparatus, Training in the use of breathing apparatus (Open circuit and close unit) Testing procedures and standards.  Classification of Respiratory Hazards- There are three basic classifications of respiratory hazards: Oxygen-deficient air Particulate contaminants Gas and vapor contaminants 1. Oxygen Deficient Air-  Normal ambient air contains an oxygen concentration of 20.8 percent by volume. When the oxygen level dips below 19.5 percent, the air is considered oxygen-deficient. Oxygen concentration below 16 percent is considered unsafe for human exposure because of harmful effects on bodily function, mental processes and co-ordination. It is important to note that life-supporting oxygen can be fu...
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