FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

SUBJECT
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (MSH20203)

LECTURER NAME
DR. ZAHARAH DZULKIFLI

COURSE
DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (DHRM5)

TITLE
CASE STUDY ACCIDENT AT WORKPLACE: MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY

NAME
NUR HAINI BINTI MOHD ZAILANI

MATRIC NUMBER
063251
 CASE STUDY ACCIDENT AT WORKPLACE: MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY

Accidents at work can happen to anyone in any profession. They take place in a variety of
ways and at various periods. Workers in global manufacturing, who frequently work in
hazardous environments and handle potentially harmful equipment, are more likely to
contract them than those in other industries. Everyone who works in the manufacturing
sector, from welders to manufacturing engineering supervisors, puts his life on the line each
and every day. Many mishaps can occurs , of course, can be avoided, but some are
unavoidable. It also doesn't help that some firms try to cut corners or don't give their staff the
required training, which only increases the likelihood of workplace accidents and injuries.
The things employees should be aware of regarding the frequent accidents in the global
manufacturing industry, including the injuries they may cause and how to prevent them.

However, it might seem unusual for objects to fall at work to cause workplace accidents. It
actually causes 237 fatal accidents in 2017 alone, according to the National Census of Fatal
Occupational Injuries report from the U.S. Bureau of Labour Statistics, making it a top
concern in all kinds of industries. An unknowing employee could be injured by an accidently
fallen tool, hammer, or even just a walkie-talkie, either directly or after being deflected by
another object. Depending on a variety of conditions, injuries from falling objects can range
from minor scratches and bruises to life-threatening head and brain traumas. The victim
cannot do much to avoid being struck by a falling object, but employers can prevent these
incidents by providing staff with the necessary safety gear, including hard hats, uniforms,
and security checks on a regular basis, as well as by installing durable safety nets in high-
risk areas.

Furthermore, accidents involving a slip and fall are common everywhere, but it is typically
not dangerous. But it can be disaster in the manufacturing sector. Back injuries, fractures,
fractured bones, and even brain injuries can easily result from falling from ladders or
scaffolding, slipping on wet surfaces, or tripping over objects when there is clutter around.
While walking, employees can prevent slipping by just paying attention, but it is the
employer's responsibility to make sure all walkways are adequately secured. Employers
should also provide harnesses for their workers and periodically inspect the stability and
security of their scaffolding and ladders. In the process of making many items, hazardous
ingredients must be used. This greatly increases the danger of hazardous exposure for
factory workers. Factory chemical leaks can cause severe burns, skin irritation, or respiratory
problems. Even when wearing safety equipment, workers are still at risk in the event of an
accident. Chemical-related mishaps might result in industrial illnesses. Dermatitis, asthma,
blindness, hearing loss, and asbestos-related illnesses are a few of them. Workers who are
exposed to dangerous substances on a daily basis run the risk of getting chronic diseases
like cancer.

Other than that, being caught in or crushed by equipment or machinery is one of the most
frequent and deadly incidents that can occur in the manufacturing business, which is full of
big objects and heavy machinery. Crushed limbs, shattered bones, amputations, burns,
traumatic head or brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and even death frequently result from
accidents of this nature. Accidents of this nature are frequently not the fault of the employee
and are typically brought on by malfunctioning machinery or equipment. However, it's also
feasible that such incidents result from staff members using machinery and managing
equipment improperly. To assure the condition of the machinery and equipment utilised in
global manufacturing, both employers and employees are accountable. Additionally, it
should be the employer's top concern to teach workers how to use the equipment and
apparatus properly in order to prevent problems and injuries to both themselves and other
workers.

However, workplace accidents in the industrial sector can also be brought on by worker
tiredness, repetitive motion, overexertion, prolonged exposure to toxic chemicals, excessive
noise, and many other situations. In light of this, it would be ideal for multinational
manufacturing businesses to work on giving their employees a better working environment,
and it would be best for employees in all manufacturing fields to always be awake while
working. Improper in handling of hazardous materials or not wearing personal protective
equipment (PPE) is another common cause of accidents in the workplace. By reading
material safety data sheets and providing the appropriate protective attire, many workplace
incidents can be avoided. However, to produce components and completed goods, workers
in the manufacturing sector will require a wide range of equipment and tools. It is crucial that
all equipment used by employees is frequently inspected to ensure it is safe and suitable for
usage since over time, equipment used by employees might experience general wear and
tear. In addition to hand equipment and machines, anything used to reach a height, like
ladders or industrial safety steps, needs to be constantly inspected for any damage because
falling from a height is one of the most frequent accidents in the manufacturing industry.

The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) sets the standards that the
employers are expected to follow to ensure workplace safety. However, employers should
also know what to do if these protections fail and an employee suffers work-related injury.
Most business owners acquire worker's compensation insurance before they hire their first
employee because most states have worker’s compensation regulations that mandate it.
Without it, employers are risk being found personally liable in court for an employee's injuries
and being forced to foot the bill for their medical bills and lost wages. No matter how long
they've worked for the company, every employee needs to receive regular safety training.
Additionally, a risk mitigation plan needs to be created. It's possible for workers to get
overconfident and start ignoring safety precautions after becoming too accustomed to a
process or machine. The employers should remind their staff that safety training and
procedures are for their benefits and that employers must working to keep them safe by
lowering workplace accidents and the likelihood of suffering a personal injury. The
administration will start the rebuilding process after accounting for all losses sustained as a
result of the disaster and obtaining fair compensation. The recovery process could benefit
from the expertise of outside experts, including engineers. To hire the best applicants, the
human resources team should undergo a thorough screening procedure. Some recovery
techniques can be implemented and used with little expense and labour. The employees of
the organisation can carry these out with ease. To ensure the safety of the committed
workforce and the smooth restart of the factory's key responsibilities, thorough accident
analysis should always come before a recovery procedure.
CASE QUESTION:
1. Explain the common accidents that occurred in the manufacturing industry?
2. What is the most dangerous accidents that happened to the employees in this field?
3. What is the consequences of the accidents occurred in the manufacturing industry?
4. How do employers manage to overcome this situation regarding the injury among the
workers?
5. Why it is very important for the employers to provide the safety training for the
employees?