Workplace Harassment and Respect Awareness

Security: Workplace Harassment and Respect Awareness

Various forms of harassment that frequently occur in the workplace:

- Inappropriate behavior & comments that offend people based on race, gender, age, religion & Disability

- Sexually suggestive behavior: Touching, showing pornographic images & videos, sexual advances & more

- Behavior intended to intimidate, demean, antagonize & isolate

- Behavior that violates a person's dignity & personal boundaries

- Unlawful behavior through Digital Platforms (email, mobile messages & social media)

Victims of this type of harassment experience fear, anxiety, stress, trauma, emotional & psychological distress & more.

Company productivity & reputation will suffer if the company fails to address these harassment cases & fails to help & protect victims!

Several things companies must do:

- Promptly handle cases of harassment by conducting an investigation, punishing & dismissing the perpetrators of harassment

- Protect victims, provide assistance & restore their condition, especially women, people with disabilities & the elderly

- Prevent harassment from recurring

- Provide a safe channel for employees to report cases & harassment without fear of intimidation

- Implement a professional code of ethics

- Treat employees with dignity & equality

- Foster a culture that respects everyone

- Strive for harmony in the workplace

- Respect personal & professional boundaries

***

I am Astrid Amalia, the Founder of GWB (GlobalWide Business) at https://globalwidebusiness.blogspot.com.

I write about #HSE, #Safety, #Security, #Survival, #Emergency, #Fire, #Oil, #Gas, #Energy, #Offshore, #Onshore, #Digital, #Technology, #Drone, #AI, #Information, #Communication, #Data, #Research, #Training, #Education, #Business, #Leadership, #Collaboration, #Innovation, #Health, #Yoga, #Social, #Life, #Mental, and more.

My other blogs:

- https://astridamalia.blogspot.com/

- https://theresiamariafaustina.blogspot.com/ 

Fire

Safety: Fire

Prevent fire! Handle emergencies effectively! Protect lives & property!

Facts to know about fire:

- Fire can occur due to damaged electrical wiring, overloaded circuits, flammable liquids, unattended cooking & heating appliances & more

- Fire can spread quickly

- Fire can cause damage to homes, offices & property

- Fire releases toxic gases & destroys ecosystems

Must-have Fire Safety Equipment:

- Smoke alarms

- Fire extinguishers

- Sprinkler systems

- Emergency lights

Face fire by:

- Having knowledge about fire that can save yourself, family, work & company

- Creating a mandatory Fire Safety Protocol that must be carried out in all places, including homes & offices

- Creating Evacuation Procedures, including routes & meeting points

- Having the necessary equipment

- Conducting regular Fire Fighting Training

When a fire occurs:

- Notify others by activating the alarm

- Put out the fire

- Close the door to slow the spread of fire

- Do not inhale smoke

- Evacuate using the designated route

***

I am Astrid Amalia, the Founder of GWB (GlobalWide Business) at https://globalwidebusiness.blogspot.com.

I write about #HSE, #Safety, #Security, #Survival, #Emergency, #Fire, #Oil, #Gas, #Energy, #Offshore, #Onshore, #Digital, #Technology, #Drone, #AI, #Information, #Communication, #Data, #Research, #Training, #Education, #Business, #Leadership, #Collaboration, #Innovation, #Health, #Yoga, #Social, #Life, #Mental, and more.

My other blogs:

- https://astridamalia.blogspot.com/

- https://theresiamariafaustina.blogspot.com/ 

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

***

I am Astrid Amalia, the Founder of GWB (GlobalWide Business) at https://globalwidebusiness.blogspot.com.

I write about #HSE, #Safety, #Security, #Survival, #Emergency, #Fire, #Oil, #Gas, #Energy, #Offshore, #Onshore, #Digital, #Technology, #Drone, #AI, #Information, #Communication, #Data, #Research, #Training, #Education, #Business, #Leadership, #Collaboration, #Innovation, #Health, #Yoga, #Social, #Life, #Mental, and more.

My other blogs:

- https://astridamalia.blogspot.com/

- https://theresiamariafaustina.blogspot.com/ 

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!

***

I am Astrid Amalia, the Founder of GWB (GlobalWide Business) at https://globalwidebusiness.blogspot.com.

I write about #HSE, #Safety, #Security, #Survival, #Emergency, #Fire, #Oil, #Gas, #Energy, #Offshore, #Onshore, #Digital, #Technology, #Drone, #AI, #Information, #Communication, #Data, #Research, #Training, #Education, #Business, #Leadership, #Collaboration, #Innovation, #Health, #Yoga, #Social, #Life, #Mental, and more.

My other blogs:

- https://astridamalia.blogspot.com/

- https://theresiamariafaustina.blogspot.com/ 

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!

***

I am Astrid Amalia, the Founder of GWB (GlobalWide Business) at https://globalwidebusiness.blogspot.com.

I write about #HSE, #Safety, #Security, #Survival, #Emergency, #Fire, #Oil, #Gas, #Energy, #Offshore, #Onshore, #Digital, #Technology, #Drone, #AI, #Information, #Communication, #Data, #Research, #Training, #Education, #Business, #Leadership, #Collaboration, #Innovation, #Health, #Yoga, #Social, #Life, #Mental, and more.

My other blogs:

- https://astridamalia.blogspot.com/

- https://theresiamariafaustina.blogspot.com/