OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Policy

AN Information andcommunication technology (ICT) student should know how to behave when
workingin the computer laboratory, as well as implement a safe way of accomplishing everytask. Safety
practices should be learned early and always adheres in working withany electrical and electronic device,
including personal computers and itsperipherals. This is for your protection as well as to the
people working with yoU and for the devices that you are using. The basis for this process begins
withOccupational Health and Safety Policies.
Occupational safety and health (OSH)
is a planned system of working to preventillness and injury where you work by recognizing and identifying
hazards and risks.Health and safety procedure is the responsibility of all persons in the computer
andtechnology industries
.
You must identify the hazards where you are working anddecide how dangerous they are. Eliminate the
hazard or modify the risk that itpresents.
O c c u p a t i o n a l H e a l t h a n d S a f e t y s t a n d a r d s
Each student has a responsibility to their colleagues and their organization toreport and act upon any
potential workplace hazard. Students need to be aware ofthe
type of hazards
that are possibly present in their work environment.
Procedure
1. Identify the hazard2. Clear the area close to the hazard3. Partition the hazard off or clearly identify the
area to protect other peoplefrom harm4. If the hazard is easily and safely cleared, then do so
If not
5. Report the hazard to the appropriate person (such as teacher in charge,principal etc.) to obtain
assistance6. Following clearing of the hazard fill out the correct documentation to assistin identifying
improved practice to reduce further incidence of hazards. All hazards must be reported using
Accidental Report form
. This enables us totrack the kinds of hazards we have in our workplace, and take action wherenecessary
to make it safer for all student and clients.
Accident reports
Forms are used to give specific details with regards to the accidentshappened in the laboratory during
experiments. Accident reports contain the following details:

Name of the person injured

Date and time of the accident

Type of injury

First aid given

Action taken to prevent further accidents

Accident report sample form
Form No:
Accident Report Form
Date:Rm. No:Name: Yr/Sec:Type of Injury Cause of Injury Remedy
Hazardous substances
If the workplace hazard appears to be dangerous to staff and clients andprofessional assistance is
required: A. Call the supervisor or manager and advise them of the problem and theurgency of the
matter.B. Depending on the risk it may be called as an evacuation.C. Follow the evacuation procedure.D.
The supervisor or manager will call in the fire brigade or specializedpersonnel who will deal with the spill.
Fire exits

All fire exits should be kept clear of from obstacles. All students have aresponsibility to make sure that
chairs, empty boxes or any other type of obstacle arenot placed in or near fire exit
doorways. All corridors also need to have equipment stored on one side only to ensurethat in the event of
an emergency there is a clear exit.
F i r e S a f e t y P r o c e d u r e
Each work area has a designated fire warden, who in the event of a fire will takecharge. They are
recognized by the wearing of a red hard hat.
If you find the fire

Assess the danger prior to doing anything.

If it is safe to move assist anyone in the vicinity of the fire away from danger.

If it is possible close the door to the fire area.

Call for assistance. Verbally call FIRE, FIRE, in a loud and clear voice.

Break the glass section of the fire alert call point.

Call to the switch; ensure you know where the fire is, any other details thatmay be of assistance to the fire
brigade. Details could be size of the fire,cause or type of fire, any people hurt or trapped, has anyone tried
to put it out.

If safe to do so, attack the fire with the correct extinguisher or fire hose.
If the designated fire officer is not present, someone quickly needs to takeresponsibility and:
1. Locate the source of the fire.2. Locate any people.3. Remove all people from
the building.4. Once outside do a head count?5. Notify the authorities.
Personal Safety While Working w
ith PCs
Computer equipment can be dangerous, and you or others can be injured or
even killed if you dont follow proper safety guidelines when working along
with
PCs.
The following are some precautionary measures to take before working with anycomputer equipment:

Wear shoes with non-conductive rubber soles to help reduce the chance ofbeing shocked or seriously
injured in an electrical accident.

Do not work on components that are plugged into their power source.

Do not remove expansion cards from a computer when it is turned on.

Remove jewelries when working inside any computer related equipment.

Be sure not to mix electronic components and water.

Occupational health and safety is concerned with protecting the safety, health and welfare of people
engaged in work or employment.

The enjoyment of these standards at the highest levels is a basic human right that should be accessible
by each and every worker.
Regardless of the nature of their work, workers should be able to carry out their responsibilities in a safe
and secure working environment, free from hazards.
These rights are set out in legislation to ensure that employers are clear about the obligations and the
consequences for neglecting them.

EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS
If you are indoors when shaking starts:

DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON. If you are not near a strong table or desk, drop to
the floor against an interior wall and cover your head and neck with your arms.

Avoid windows, hanging objects, mirrors, tall furniture, large appliances and cabinets
filled with heavy objects.

Do not try to run out of the structure during strong shaking.

Stay away from buildings. Glass from tall buildings does not always fall straight
down; it can catch a wind current and travel great distances.

If you are in bed, stay there and cover your head with a pillow.

Do not use elevators.

If you use a wheelchair, lock the wheels and cover your head.

If you are outdoors when shaking starts:

Move to a clear area if you can safely walk. Avoid power lines, buildings and trees.

If youre driving, pull to the side of the road and stop. Avoid stopping under overhead
hazards.

If you are on the beach, move to higher ground. An earthquake can cause a
tsunami.

Once the earthquake shaking stops:

Check the people around you for injuries; provide first aid. Do not move seriously
injured persons unless they are in immediate danger.

Check around you for dangerous conditions, such as fires, downed power lines and
structure damage.

If you have fire extinguishers and are trained to use them, put out small fires
immediately.

Turn off the gas only if you smell gas.

Check your phones to be sure they have not shaken off the hook and are tying up a
line.

Inspect your home for damage.

If you are trapped in debris:

Move as little as possible so that you dont kick up dust. Cover your nose and mouth
with a handkerchief or clothing.

Tap on a pipe or wall so that rescuers can hear where you are. Use a whistle if one is
available. Shout only as a last resort.

During a typhoon:
1. Do not panic, remain calm.
2. Pack foods that dont need cooking.
3. Keep flashlights, candles and battery-powered radios within reach.
4. Examine your houses and repair unstable parts as much as possible.
5. Secure domesticated animals in a safe place.
6. Bring clothes, first-aid kit, candles/flashlights, battery-operated radios,
food, etc. during evacuation.
7. Stay inside the house and keep updates with the latest weather forecast.
8. If safe drinking water is NOT available, boil water for at least 20 minutes,
then place it in a container with cover.
9. Keep an eye on lighted gas lamps.
10. Do not wade through flood waters to avoid electrocution and water-borne
diseases.
11. Stay away from low-lying beaches or other locations which may be swept
away by tides or waves.
12. Check everything that may be blown away or turn loose. Flying objects are
dangerous during typhoons.
13. Do not use gas or electrical appliances that were submerged during flood.
14. Be calm when going to an evacuation center. Close all windows and turn
off main power switch before leaving home. Put important appliances and
belongings on a high ground. Avoid roads leading to the river and areas prone
to land-slide.
After typhoon:
1. Be sure that the house/ building is safe and stable before you enter.
2. Beware of poisonous animals like snakes that may have entered your
house.
3. Watch out for live wires or outlet immersed in water and report damaged
electrical cables and fallen electric posts to authorities.