Causes, Types, and Preventions, Of Workshop Accidents

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In today’s class, we will be talking about workshop accidents. Enjoy the class!

Workshop Accidents

Workshop accidents are the dangerous things that happen at the workshop and it damages things and even hurts the person or people around.

Causes of workshop accidents

The workplace can be dangerous, even more so in an industrial environment. Numerous factors can cause accidents, ranging from overexertion to mishandling of hazardous materials. There is also a multitude of variables that can contribute to or influence a workplace incident. Following are eight of the most common causes of accidents in the workplace:

• Lifting:

Many employees are prone to sprain, strain or tear a muscle by lifting an object that is too heavy for them to lift on their own. Keep in mind that there is no harm in asking for help with objects that are difficult to lift.

• Fatigue :

Failing to take a break is another common cause of accidents. To recover from gruelling manual labour, employees must take adequate breaks. Not doing so can lead to a slew of physical issues, including atrophy and general exhaustion. The results of either of these can be far more devastating than taking a 10-minute breather.

• Dehydration:

Not staying hydrated can also bring about disastrous consequences. On exceptionally hot summer days, failing to drink adequate amounts of water can cause heat stroke or cardiac conditions. This can be avoided by simply drinking at least eight glasses of water per day. Management should stress the importance of proper hydration and rest, as it maximizes the efforts of personnel.

• Acts of Workplace Violence:

Sadly, violence among co-workers has become all too common. It is usually brought about by office politics or other sensitive issues. Integrating conflict resolution and peer mediation can help to reduce the risks of such outbursts.

• Stress:

Stress is one of the leading causes of death. It affects the human body in every facet imaginable. Stress can foster negative effects physiologically, emotionally and mentally, as well as debilitate or distract any worker. Therefore, it is essential to encourage a supportive team environment.

Types of workshop accidents

 1. Slips and falls:

These types of accidents account for about a third of all injuries in the workplace. In general, falls accounts for more than a million injuries each year. Slips and falls can be due to a variety of factors including wet or damaged floors, debris on the floor, and other obstructions. Though these types of accidents have many causes, it is often due to the actions or neglect of someone else.

2. Manual labour:

If you work in an environment where carrying, pulling, pushing, moving, or heavy lifting is necessary, you are much more susceptible to heart problems, back injuries, muscle injuries, and even broken limbs. If you feel your job is too difficult, too tiring, too heavy or puts you at risk of injury, make sure to speak to your employer about your concerns. It is the employer’s responsibility to assess manual work activities and control any risks to keep you and others safe from harm.

3. Working with heavy equipment:

If you work in around vehicles and moving equipment, you may be injured by getting hit from the vehicles themselves or by items falling from the vehicles. However, those operating the motorized vehicle are at risk of injury as well from crashing or turning over from unbalanced loads. Driving mishaps may lead to head injuries, neck injuries, broken limbs, and traumatic injuries to other areas of the body.

4. Workplace Hazard:

Depending on the nature of your work, you may be more susceptible to injuries due to on the job hazards. Burns, explosions, and other serious injuries related to workplace hazards can be deadly. Working in a potentially hazardous environment may be unavoidable, however, there are often guidelines put in place to make sure you can perform the job as safely as possible.

If you have been injured at work, you may be able to seek compensation. Accidents aren’t cheap. Expensive medical bills and lost wages from being unable to work can greatly hurt your ability to support yourself.

Prevention of workshop accidents

• Always be alert:

 There’s a reason why many workers insist upon that morning coffee. Being awake and alert isn’t just important to complete tasks adequately, but it also helps to keep both you and your co-workers out of harm’s way.

• Don’t rush your work:

In many workplaces, time is of the essence. Employees are given deadlines that they must meet, so there is often a sense of urgency when it comes to completing certain tasks. It’s important, however, to take the appropriate amount of time to perform your duties safely.

• Wear required safety gear:

Many jobs require uniforms. But the jobs that require the wearing of safety equipment are the ones where dress codes are the most important.  A person who works in a factory has a greater chance of being involved in an accident at work. Thus, he should be more vigilant about the wearing of proper uniforms and other protective garments when working. Never take safety to chance so always go to work with the proper dress code.

• Follow instructions:

Sometimes, workers get complacent. It’s easy to fall into the trap of assuming that you’re an expert at your job, so you don’t need to follow every last instruction. However, paying attention to detail can help you to avoid making mistakes that can lead to injury.

 

In our next class, we will be talking about Safety Rules and Regulations.  We hope you enjoyed the class.

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