OCCUPATIONAL

HEALTH AND
SAFETY
PROCEDURES
Reporter:
Clark L. Felisilda, BTVTED ELX - II
Jeramel N. Rodaje, BTVTED ELT - II
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
● Identify hazards and risk
● Evaluate and control the
identified hazards and risk.
● Know the concept of 5S.
● Familiarize the different 5S
methodology in different
environments.
 Content
● What is OHS?
● 10 OHS Procedures You Need to Know
● What is 5S?
● The Steps of 5S
● 5S Standard Color Code Chart
What is Occupational Health
and Safety?
What is Occupational
Health and Safety?
OHS refers to the generic practice of
addressing and reducing potential safety and
health risks to employees. This can cover
anything from risk assessment, injury
prevention, work-life balance, safety protocols,
workplace hazards, to compensation and
benefits, and employee management.
Risk Assessment
The overall process of
hazard identification,
risk analysis, and risk
evaluation.

A hazard is anything that could cause harm. And, risk, is a combination of two things
– the chance that the hazard will cause harm and how serious that harm could be.
 Injury prevention
Injury prevention was
defined as activities to
prevent, ameliorate,
treat, and/or reduce
injury-related disability
and death.
 Work-life Balance

Work-life balance is the

state of equilibrium where a
person equally prioritizes
the demands of one’s
career and the demands of
one’s personal life.
 Safety Also known as a "Standard Operating Procedure". Is
a document that includes the safety requirements
Protocols developed in the hazard/risk assessment .
 Hazards in the workplace occur when the working
Workplace Hazards environment can cause injury, illness or death.

Safety Hazards

Safety hazards can affect any employee,

but these are more likely to affect those
who work with machinery or on a
construction site. Safety hazards include
slips, trips and falls, operating dangerous
machinery and electrical hazards.
Biological Hazards

Biological hazards are extremely dangerous. These

include exposure to dangerous substances and
diseases associated with working amongst animals,
people, or infectious plant materials. Employees who
work in hospitals, laboratories or various other outdoor
occupations are at risk from biological hazards.
Physical Hazards

Physical hazards can affect those who

work in extreme weather conditions or in
harmful environments. Workers that are
exposed to continuous loud noise,
radiation, sun rays and ultraviolet rays
could be at risk.
Ergonomic Hazards

Ergonomic hazards affect individuals whose work

puts a strain on their body. These hazards may not
be noticeable at first which makes them much
harder to identify. If you use improper and have
poor posture when performing manual roles and
heavy lifting, you may be at risk of injury.
Chemical Hazards

Mainly threaten employees whose roles expose to

dangerous liquids, solvents or flammable gases. Most likely
to be affected are those working in cleaning facilities,
engineers and employees in field-based roles. Exposure to
harmful chemicals can cause illness, skin irritation,
breathing problems and, in extreme cases, death.
Workload Hazards

Workload hazards include issues that could

cause stress or strain, such as workload,
violence or aggression. These hazards can be
experienced in any job role.
 Compensation and Benefits

Compensation and benefits

refers to the compensation
or salary and other monetary
and non-monetary benefits
passed on by a firm to its
employees.
 Employee Management

Employee management is
the effort to help employees
do their best work each day
in order to achieve the larger
goals of the organization.
10 OHS Procedures You Need
to know
 10 OHS Procedures You Need to know
1.) Wear The Right Protective Gear
This is especially important if you work in a hazardous environment.

Personal Protective Equipment

Personal protective equipment, or PPE, protects
workers from serious workplace injuries or illnesses
resulting from physical, electrical, mechanical,
chemical, or other workplace hazards. Examples of PPE
include hard hats, face shields, goggles, gloves, vests,
respirators, safety shoes, and coveralls.
 10 OHS Procedures You Need to know
2.) Work Safely On Ladders
Make sure you understand and follow all of the workplace safety procedures examples related to ladder use.
 10 OHS Procedures You Need to know
3.) Watch Out For Electrical Hazards
One of the most common workplace safety procedures is to watch out for electrical hazards.

Electrical Hazards
 10 OHS Procedures You Need to know
4.) Guard All Unguarded Holes
Every year, people die or are seriously injured when they fall into unguarded holes.
 10 OHS Procedures You Need to know
5.) Use A Safety Line In Underground Work
When working underground, always use a safety line. This will help prevent you from falling and injuring yourself.
 10 OHS Procedures You Need to know
6.) Identify Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
In many workplaces, there is a potential for explosive atmospheres.
 10 OHS Procedures You Need to know
7.) Maintain An Awareness Of Health And Safety Risks
Throughout Your Working Day
By being aware of potential hazards, you can take steps to avoid them. Awareness is key when it comes to
occupational health and safety!
 10 OHS Procedures You Need to know
8.) Follow Safe Procedures When
Using Power Tools
Power tools can be extremely dangerous if not used properly. Always
read the manual before using any power tool, and be sure to follow
all safety procedures.
 10 OHS Procedures You Need to know
9.) Take Care With Lifting Heavy Objects
Lifting heavy objects is one of the most common ways that people injure themselves at work. To avoid injury,
take care when lifting any object that is heavier than you can comfortably lift on your own. Always use proper
form, and if possible, get help from a co-worker.
 10 OHS Procedures You Need to know
8.) Check You Have Adequate Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) Before Starting Work
Do a quick check of your PPE before starting work each day to make sure it’s in good condition and that you are
using the right gear for the job.
What Is the 5S System?
The 5S system is a lean manufacturing tool that improves workplace efficiency and eliminates waste
through organization. There are five steps in the system, each starting with the letter S:

1. Sort 2. Set In Order 3. Shine 4. Standardize 5. Sustain

The Steps of 5S
5S was created in Japan, and the original “S” terms were in Japanese, so English translations for each of the
five steps may vary.
Benefits of the System
The core intent of 5S is to improve efficiency.
This is a result of reduced clutter and waste,
improved organization and cleanliness, better
equipment maintenance, and improved
workplace morale.
The Steps of 5S
The first step in the 5S process is Sort, or “seiri,” which translates to “tidiness.” The goal of the Sort step is
to eliminate clutter and clear up space by removing things that don’t belong in the area.

Red-Tagging Unknown Items

“Red-Tagging” temporarily attaches a

highly-visible tag to the item, which notes
where it was found and when. Then,
red-tagged items from all work areas are
collected in a single location: a “lost and
found” for tools, materials, and equipment.
Reduce Workplace Clutter

Clutter impairs productivity, creates hazards,

and frustrates workers by limiting job
performance. Eliminating clutter can go a long
way in reducing many inefficiencies and other
workplace issues.

Eliminating clutter can reduce inefficiencies and other workplace issues.

The second step, Set In Order, was originally called “seiton,” which translates to “orderliness.” The goal of
this step is to organize the work area. Each item should be easy to find, use, and return.

Building a 5S Map

A 5S map is a diagram or floor plan that

provides an overview of a work area,
process, or station. It provides a visual
reference to show where the tools, supplies,
workers, and travel paths are, and how they
relate to each other.
Communicating the Plan

Once storage locations are assigned, each

storage area should be labeled. Label the
outside of cabinet doors to help workers
quickly identify what’s inside each one.
Then, label any interior shelves to show
where different supplies belong.

Organize tools so they are clearly visible and easy to retrieve. Then, label
tool locations so that each item can be easily returned to its place.
The third step of 5S is Shine, or “seiso,” which means “cleanliness.” While the first and second steps cleared
up space and arranged the area for efficiency, this step attacks the dirt and grime that inevitably builds up
underneath the clutter, and works to keep it from coming back.

Routine Cleaning

Shine moves far beyond just pushing a

broom around every now and then. It
involves regular cleaning of every part of
the work area — often a daily wipe-down,
and a more thorough cleaning each week.
Shine as Preventative Maintenance

Keeping work areas clean will have many

advantages. One important advantage is
that it’s easy to spot leaks, cracks, or
misalignments. With the constant cleaning
and inspections the system can feed into a
preventative maintenance program.
The fourth step is Standardize, or “seiketsu,” which simply means standardization. The backbone of the 5S
System is “Standardize.” This step helps facilities program previous steps into routine tasks.

The Power of Writing Things Down

Writing down the decisions that you

make in your 5S program will help
ensure that your work doesn’t just
disappear.
Tools for Standardizing

• 5S checklists – Listing the individual steps

of a process makes it easy for workers to
follow that process completely. It also
provides a simple auditing tool to check
progress later on.
Tools for Standardizing
• Job cycle charts – Identify each task to
be performed in a work area, and decide
on a schedule or frequency for each of
those tasks. The resulting chart can be
posted visibly to resolve questions and
promote accountability.
Tools for Standardizing

• Procedure labels and signs – Provide operating

instructions, cleaning steps, and preventative
maintenance procedures right where that
information will be needed.

Prevention is the most effective form of

maintenance
The fifth step of a 5S program is Sustain, or “shitsuke,” which literally means “discipline.” The idea here is
continuing commitment. It’s important to follow through on the decisions that you’ve made — and continually
return to the earlier steps of 5S, in an ongoing cycle.

Dedicate to Sustain

Workers should be expected to routinely complete assigned 5S duties with little supervision. 5S duty
schedules and posted procedures must be maintained to help promote continued self-management and
reduce confusion.
Progress Evaluations
Monthly work area progress evaluations are another
important element of Sustain. These evaluations
provide 5S team leaders and other managers an
avenue to gauge successes. Progress evaluations
are generally based on issues and successes
documented during weekly work-area inspections.

Posting achievements within facilities will promote

continual improvement.
Revisit Steps

Continue through the cycle again and again to keep your facility at the top of its potential.
Sustain Is Not the End of 5S
Worker safety is critical. That’s why many facilities add another step to the 5S cycle, calling the result “6S”
— with Safety. Safety must be considered during each of the other steps.
5S Standard Color Code
Chart
5S STANDARD COLOR CODE CHART
5S STANDARD COLOR CODE CHART
5S STANDARD COLOR CODE CHART
ONLINE REFERENCE
• https://safetyculture.com/topics/occupational-health-and-safety/
• https://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/hsprograms/risk_assessment.html
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1525291/
• https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/5244-improve-work-life-balance-today.
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• https://ehs.stonybrook.edu/safety-protocolsstandard-operating-procedure.p
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• https://staysafeapp.com/blog/6-types-of-workplace-hazard/
• https://explore.darwinbox.com/hr-glossary/compensation-and-benefits
• https://www.bamboohr.com/hr-glossary/employee-management/#:~:text=E
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ONLINE REFERENCE
• https://hsewatch.com/occupational-health-and-safety-procedures/
• https://www.graphicproducts.com/articles/what-is-5s/
• https://www.graphicproducts.com/guides/5s-system/
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