Electricity

Safety: Electricity

Electricity can also cause accidents, injuries & fires!

Tips to stay safe at home & office from electrical emergencies:

- Check cords & plugs regularly. Replace damaged cords immediately & make sure plugs are tightly inserted into the outlet to avoid sparks.

- Avoid overloading outlets. Do not plug too many devices into one outlet. Use extension cords with surge protectors & follow their wattage ratings.

- Never use electrical devices near water or with wet hands. Install circuit breaker outlets in bathrooms, kitchens & outdoor areas.

- Use electrical devices safely & follow the manufacturer's instructions for all electrical devices. Unplug appliances when not in use, including toasters & hair dryers.

- Check for Warning Signs. Flickering lights, frequent circuit breakers, or a burning smell indicate a potential problem. Call a Licensed Electrician to investigate.

- Make your home & office safe for everyone, including children. Use outlet covers & keep cords out of reach of children. Teach yourself, others & children not to play with electrical devices & sockets.

- Keep flammable materials, such as curtains & furniture, away from heaters, lamps & other heat-producing devices

- For repairs & installations, always use a Qualified Electrician

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Fire in High-Risk Industries

Safety: Fire in High-Risk Industries

Tips to prevent fires in high-risk industries safely & effectively:

- Safety First

- NO SMOKING!!!

- Use PPE to protect yourself from heat, chemicals, toxic gases & fumes

- Avoid areas with hazardous materials

- Turn off the electricity & equipment when not in use

- Use tools to prevent spills of flammable liquids

- Isolate fuel sources

- Have a Fire Suppression System

When a fire occurs:

- Sound the Fire Alarm to alert all personnel & initiate Emergency Response Procedures

- Call the Emergency Response Team & Fire Extinguish Team

- Only trained teams should fight the fire

- Extinguish the fire using the right Fire Extinguisher

- Evacuate

- Do not enter the fire area until it is declared safe by authorities

Don't forget this technique!

- Pull the pin on the Fire Extinguisher

- Point the tool at the base of the fire

- Squeeze the handle

- Sweep from side to side

Prioritize Safety! Avoid Fire!

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HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training)

Safety & Survival: HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape Training)

Escaping from a Helicopter in the event of an emergency requires adherence to the Safety Procedures.

Helicopter Safety Procedures:

- Listen to the pre-flight Safety Briefing for specific instructions on emergency windows & exits, PPE & life rafts

- Wear PPE

- Know the location of emergency windows & exits & how to open them

In the event of an emergency in a Helicopter:

- Lean forward, head down, arms supporting body & seat belts securely fastened

- Unbuckle seat belts, open / push emergency windows / exits & exit the Helicopter

- Inflate the life vest

- Follow air bubbles upward to find the surface

- Use Life Raft

Get the complete knowledge & skills by taking the right HUET!

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Helicopter Landing Officer

Safety: Helicopter Landing Officer

The Helicopter Landing Officer (HLO) is responsible for ensuring safe & efficient Helicopter Landings & Takeoffs in all environments, including challenging environments (offshore platforms, vessels, Helipads).

Some of the things done by HLO:

- Ensure Helideck & Helipad is clear of hazards: Debris, equipment, oil spills & others

- Ensure necessary equipment is available: Fire Extinguisher, Rescue Equipment, Communication Devices

- Use appropriate PPE

- Ensure lighting is functioning for night operations

- Review weather & environmental conditions

- Secure the area by restricting access to the landing zone to authorized personnel only

- Provide important information (wind direction & speed, helideck status & hazards) to the Pilot

- Position themselves in a designated place & visible to the Pilot, but still safe

- Guide the Pilot to land the Helicopter at the correct landing place safely & perfectly by using Hand Signals

- Assist in securing the Helicopter after the Helicopter has landed

- Assist in supervising Passengers & Cargo

- Check the Helideck in preparation for the next operation

- In case of an incident: Perform Emergency Procedures & coordinate safety actions with Pilot & Crew to handle the incident safely

Some of the Hand Signals usually performed by HLO:

- Arms extended horizontally: Directing the Helicopter to hover or level

- Arms waving down: Signal to land

- Arms crossed: Stop & hold position

Train regularly! By taking the right training, the job as an HLO can be done well!

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Workplace Fire Safety Program

Workplace Fire Safety Program

A Fire Safety Program in the workplace involves proactive steps to:

- Have a No Smoking Policy

- Have a Smoke-Free Zone in a flammable area

- Post Fire Safety Instructions & Emergency Contact Numbers in visible places

- Identify potential fire hazards: Flammable materials & electrical & machine interference

- Store flammable materials & items safely in designated rooms

- Check & maintain electrical equipment regularly

- Maintain cleanliness in the workplace

- Use & maintain machines properly

- Avoid sparks & excessive heat

- Dispose of waste properly

- Provide, use & maintain the necessary equipment: Smoke Alarms, Sprinklers, Fire Extinguishers, Emergency Lighting Equipment

- Ensure special services for employees with disabilities

- Train workers to prevent & extinguish fires using hoses, water, foam & others

- Train workers to evacuate: Routes, exit signs, gathering places

- Assign Special Personnel to serve as Firefighters

- Build a Safety Culture in the company by encouraging employees to always be ready to prevent, report & handle hazards, emergencies & fires immediately

The steps above create a safer workplace! Stay Alert! Put Safety First!

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