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NOVEMBER 2011
S A F E T Y + H E A L T H I N V O L V E S E V E R Y O N E
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Say NO to risks at work!
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Inspiring new heights
in WSH Excellence
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New publications

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EVENTS
Say NO
to risks at work!
The Workplace Safety and Health (WSH)
Council was established on 1 April
2008 to raise the workplace safety
and health standards in Singapore. The
Council comprises 20 leaders from the
major industry sectors, the Government,
unions and professionals from the
legal, insurance and academic fields.
The Council’s key thrusts are to build
industry capabilities to better manage
WSH, to promote safety and health
at work, to recognise companies
with good WSH records and to set
acceptable WSH practices. There are six
industry committees focusing on the
areas of construction and landscaping,
healthcare, logistics and transport,
marine works, chemical, metalworking
and manufacturing. Three functional
committees have also been formed
to identify, champion and implement
initiatives in the areas of engagement
and outreach and industry capability
building.
SHINE is a quarterly newsletter on
workplace safety and health issues.
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EVENTS
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This year, the National Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Campaign raises a clear challenge to all
workplaces with its key message “Say NO to Risks at Work”. Focused on preventing everyday risks in
workplaces, the Campaign strives to heighten public awareness on what employees need to know
about the WSH Act and what is expected to keep all workplaces safe and healthy.
With the extension of the WSH Act to all
workplaces from September 2011, the
campaign was one of the key initiatives
in the WSH Council’s efforts to reach over
100,000 employers and close to 3 million
employees on WSH. Extending its reach
from traditional sectors such as construction
and marine, the Campaign reached out to
new industries less familiar with WSH issues
such as retail, entertainment, administrative
services and finance.
Kicking off the three-month campaign
was the launch event at Raffles Place Park
on 20 April 2011, where startling scenes
of workplace hazards extruded from the
greenery, catching the attention of passersby
and employees working in the heart of
Singapore’s business district. The launch
event was graced by Mr Gan Kim Yong, then
the Minister for Manpower, and attended
by about 200 industry, professional and
union leaders.
Minister Gan noted “the WSH profession is
gaining credence and popularity, with more
taking up a WSH career”. He pointed to the
newly formed Workplace Safety and Health
Institute (WSHI) to continue sustaining
progress on this front as it aims to be a
leading institute in WSH knowledge and
innovations. Mr Heng Chiang Gnee, Deputy
Chairman, WSH Council, also highlighted the
critical point that fostering a WSH-conscious
workforce and pervasive WSH culture is “the
key to sustaining good safety practices.”
To this end, the Campaign also marked the
launch of the WSH Advocate Programme.
The WSH Advocate programme works to
empower suitable employees as WSH
Advocates to actively inspire, influence and
engage their peers to improve workplace
safety practices.
A key feature of the event was the launch
of a new television commercial “Obvious
Dangers”, developed by the Council to spread
the WSH message to the general workforce.
Focusing on everyday risks at work that
may be neglected right in plain sight, the
TV commercial played out an alarming
situation with employees going about
their daily tasks, turning a blind eye
to the obvious dangers around their
workplace. To view the TV commercial,
visit www.wshc.sg
This year, the campaign calendar included
over 100 industry-led activities such as
seminars, workshops and roadshows
organised by industry partners, and
culminated in the 2011 WSH Awards to
recognise companies that have achieved
excellent WSH performances, established
best practices and deployed innovative
ideas in their management of WSH issues at
their workplace. Read more about the WSH
Awards 2011 in our special awards feature
from Page 10 to 19 of Shine.
Launched at the Campaign were new WSH exhibits
targeting new sectors recently covered under the Act.
Proud winners of the “Safety Starts With Me” Creative Competition 2011 pictured here with Senior Parliamentary Secretary
(Education and Manpower), Mr Hawazi Daipi.
Also launched was a new TV commercial entitled,
“Obvious Dangers”.

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STRATEGIC STRIDES
The
WSH Act
now covers all
workplaces.
All workplaces have been covered under the WSH
Act since September 2011. The WSH Council has
rolled out exciting engagement events to raise
WSH awareness and activate participation. Here
are some of our recent initiatives!

STRATEGIC STRIDES
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WSH Messenger
Through skits, catchy beat box raps, guidebooks, and handy
informational flyers, employers and employees can learn how the WSH
Act affects them, and how they can play a part in ensuring a safe and
healthy workplace for all.
To invite the WSH Messengers to your workplace, call 6777 1672 or
email wshmessenger@aux.com.sg
WSH in the heartlands
Heartlanders learnt about our recent WSH clinic held at Toa Payoh HDB Hub
on 15 June 2011. The event kicked off with exciting performances by our
WSH Messengers rapping beat-box style and the “Say NO to Risks at Work”
skit. The audience then learnt more about common workplace hazards such
as slips, trips, falls at work, being struck by objects and how they can be
prevented through several talk-show segments. Our WSH partners from
CCIS, Spot Management, GreenSafe and Concord Associates were also onsite
to share invaluable insights and experiences with managing workplaces
safety issues. The event was interspersed with interactive activities games
for the audience and even a riveting belly dancing performance to round up
the day!
WSH Outreach
and Promotion
The new series of WSH outreach and promotion campaign focused on
common workplace hazards and what employers and employees can do
to prevent them. These WSH messages appeared at MRT platform screen
doors, street lamp banners and buses. Download these posters for your
workplace at www.wshc.sg

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Strategic Strides
Safe and ready with
The third bizSAFE Convention was held on 20 January 2011 at Suntec City
Ballroom to celebrate the successes of the bizSAFE community in raising
Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) standards. Since its inception in 2009, the
convention has grown from strength to strength in participation and scope,
with more than 9,000 companies in the bizSAFE programme.
Graced by Mr Gan Kim Yong, then Minister for Manpower, this year’s
convention raised a challenge to all workplaces with the theme “Is your
business safe and ready?” which is particularly relevant to the new sectors
which would be covered under the WSH Act by Sept 2011. In his speech, Mr
Gan reaffirmed workplace accidents can be costly, and research continues to
show that efforts made to improve safety standards can improve business
performance.
WSH Council Chairman, Mr Lee Tzu Yang, announced that bizSAFE Convention
2012 will have a new component, bizSAFE Awards. The Awards are designed to
recognise enterprises that have achieved exemplary standards and to honour
outstanding bizSAFE Partners that have worked proactively to spread the safety
message.
Overall, the bizSAFE Convention 2011 was well received by industry partners
and employers alike, registering a 20 per cent increase in participants as
compared to the previous year. With companies leveraging on the convention
to network, share and learn best practices, it is clear that workplaces in
Singapore are well on the journey to being safe and ready!
Sign up for bizSAFE Convention 2012, happening on
16 Feb 2012 at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel
at www.wshc.sg
Taking stock
of safety:
WSH Report (Jan to Jun 2011)
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) and the Workplace Safety and
Health (WSH) Council recently released the WSH Report for January
to June 2011.
The number of workplace fatalities increased from 25 in 2010 to
30 in the first half of 2011. 77% of fatalities came from the Marine,
Construction and Manufacturing sectors. They also account for about
78% of permanent disablements and occupational diseases. However,
in terms of less serious injuries or temporary disablements (TD), they
account for about 41% of 4,697 cases.
Description/Year Jan to Jun 2011 Jan to Jun 2010
Overall workplace injuries
Fatal
Permanent disablement
Temporary disablement
Occupational diseases
4,775
30
48
4,697
361
5,176
25
76
5,075
124
Figure 1: Number of workplace fatalities, injuries and occupational diseases, 2009 and 2010
Another 43% of TD cases were from the new sectors that were recently covered under the WSH Act. Incidents include employees tripping in cluttered
work areas and sustaining injuries or being struck by heavy objects while retrieving them from shelves.
Responding to the Report, MOM WSH Commissioner, Mr Ho Siong Hin said, “MOM investigations show that many of the workplace accidents could
have been avoided if safety and health risks were identified and steps taken to mitigate such risks early. The Ministry reminds employers not to be
complacent and encourages them to press on with their on-going efforts to make work processes safer. Doing so will prevent workplace incidents and
injuries, and more importantly save lives. At the same time, businesses will have minimal impact on their overall business productivity. MOM will be
stepping up inspections in the key sectors over the next few months, and will not hesitate to impose stiff penalties, where necessary.”
Visit www.wshc.sg to view the report.

Leading the way
STRATEGIC STRIDES
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at the construction
CEO
roundtable
Construction leaders have pledged to take on stronger leadership roles
to move safety to new heights. With the WSH Statistics Report 2010
revealing that the construction sector accounted for more than half of
all work fatalities in 2010, this tough stance reflects the concrete need
to transform the sector and improve WSH and productivity at worksites.
Leading the way are 19 developers and contractors who are
committed to achieving zero injuries through the “Pledge for Zero
CEO Commitment Charter” in November 2008. These Pledge for Zero
companies have agreed to two key initiatives. The first initiative is the
Safety and Health Active Review (SHARe) programme for worksites,
which leverages on peer influence among companies to drive
improvements in worksite safety. SHARe involves inter-workplace visits
and sharing of learnings among peer companies, based on a thematic
approach such as work at height, and crane activities. Secondly, the
companies will incorporate the Design for Safety (DfS) programme into
their new projects in 2011, reducing and eliminating risks from the
planning stage of a project and hence minimising a worker’s exposure
to unnecessary risks at the building stage.
As part of their commitment to driving improvements at worksites,
construction leaders have increased their WSH investment from $40
million to $60 million and have put in place robust WSH management
plans for their subcontractors, who are typically the direct employers of
the most risk-prone workers.
New national drive
for
zero
falls at height
Falls from height are responsible for many
serious and fatal injuries every year. In
Singapore, it is the number one workplace
killer for the past 10 years. Following a year
of intense efforts to prevent fatal falls at
work, the latest WSH Statistics showed an
18 per cent drop in cases from 22 in 2009
to 18 in 2010. At the recent Work at Height
(WAH) Symposium, a new National Work at
Height movement was launched to galvanise
continued efforts to reduce injuries and
fatalities.
The new movement will create synergy
and target long-term improvements
through concerted efforts from industry
partners, employers and workers to build
capabilities and promote the adoption of a
Fall Prevention Plan at worksites. Highlight of
enhanced measures include:
New WAH Supervisor network to serve as
a multiplier effect as supervisors educate
workers under their care.
Construction Safety Orientation Course
to be reviewed and expanded with more
practical and visual training.
Stepping up on Safety Compliance
Assistance Visits (SCAVs) to provide
practical assistance to small and medium
size worksites and promote the adoption
of a Fall Prevention Plan.
This national drive for zero falls at height
is marked by a new movement logo “Safe
Work at Height, Towards Zero Falls”, which
will be displayed prominently at workplaces.
Workers and supervisors will also receive
a wealth of WAH Safety materials such as
stickers and WAH Safety Boards bearing
safety messages and tips.

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Strategic Strides
A Workplace Safety
and Health Learning
Experience
An outreach to workers through the Workers’ Education Programme
The WSH Worker Education Programme (WEP) was launched in Jun
2010 with a targeted vision of reaching out to workers to enhance
their safety awareness. By the end of the launch in Mar 2011, the
programme had outreached more than 3,900 workers from the
various key industries such as construction, marine, petrochemical and
metalworking industries.
The WEP was designed with a non-conventional twist to the site and
conduct of the programme. The programme was conducted either
at the worksite of the participating companies (weekdays) or at the
dormitories where the workers reside (weekends) and this was a
welcome change to the classroom training traditionally held at the
vendor’s location.
The WEP, intended to complement the Safety Orientation Courses (SOC),
entailed the active participation of the workers in case studies, role
plays and WSH related games, all with the intent to reinforce the safety
messages with topics such as
(i) Fall from height,
(ii) Struck by falling object,
(iii) Caught in or between objects and
(iv) Use of chemicals and hazardous substances.
In order to capitalise on the attention span of the workers most
effectively, the WEP was intentionally capped at no longer than 1.5
hours per session. The programme was conducted in a language most
befitting the majority of the workers. The workers found such WSH
learning experience relaxing and enjoyable. This flexible conduct of the
programme also enabled the employers to schedule the WEP into their
work activities at a time period most convenient to them.
The WEP was initiated with the intent to enhance the safety
awareness of the workers. WSH Council would like to urge all
employers to continue this journey of creating and enhancing the
safety consciousness and awareness in their workers through such
programmes.
It is WSH Council’s desire to see the benefits of this programme
permeating the lives of the workers as a catalyst to influence safe
work behaviour and practices.
“
Thank you for providing us with this
training at the Resorts World Sentosa. We
have observed that our workers enjoyed
this training tremendously, and the trainer
has been able to engage the participants
“
very well.
Sembawang Engineers & Constructors
Pte Ltd
“
Thank you for the opportunity.
“
Shimizu Corporation
Workers pictured on the left are from Ameron (Pte) Ltd and workers pictured on the right are from Chip Eng Seng Contractors (1988) Pte Ltd.

Case File
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Accused:
Aik Sun Demolition &
Engineering Pte Ltd
Case brief:
On 26 May 2009,
a worker fell from
height while carrying
out work involving
the dismantling of a
scaffold structure.
Company and staff taken
to task for safety lapse
On the day of the incident, the deceased and a co-worker were
working at the top level of a scaffold structure approximately 33m
high. The two workers were lowering four pieces of dismantled
scaffold frames to the ground via a pulley secured to another
scaffold frame. At the material time, the frame secured with the
pulley gave way. The deceased lost his balance and plunged to
the ground. The deceased was sent to the hospital and succumbed
to his injuries on the same day.
Investigations revealed that the accused company had
implemented a Permit-To-Work (PTW) system for works-at-height.
Under the PTW, lifelines were to be provided for work carried out
at height. However, the accused company failed to provide any
lifelines for the deceased and his co-worker. In addition, work was
allowed to proceed even though the scaffold supervisor and safety
coordinator did not inspect the uppermost level of the scaffold
structure to ensure that the safety conditions stated in the said
PTW application were adhered to.
For failing to ensure their workers’ safety, Aik Sun Demolition
& Engineering Pte Ltd was fined $60,000 under the Workplace
Safety and Health Act. Chew Hay Soon and Ian Ong Kok Hsing,were
each fined $6,000 for failing to exercise their due diligence when
carrying out their respective duties as a Project Manager and
Safety Assessor.

10
EVENTS
Inspiring
new heights IN
WSH
excellence
A stage to celebrate success
and inspire the next wave of
excellence, the Workplace Safety
and Health (WSH) Awards 2011 saw
over 200 award winners recognised
for their exceptional WSH standards
and dedication to ensuring the
safety of their workers.

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Organised by the WSH Council and the
Ministry of Manpower, the Awards took place
on 27 Jul at the Fairmont Singapore. Guestof-Honour,
Mr Tan Chuan-Jin, Minister of State
(Manpower and National Development), was
encouraged by the unprecedented positive
response to the Awards this year, which was
the highest number in the history of the WSH
Awards. “It signals that more companies
have started on their WSH journey and are
reaping the benefits. They have contributed
to the all-time low fatality rate of 2.2 per
100,000 employees in 2010.”
At the event, Mr Lee Tzu Yang, Chairman,
WSH Council, lauded the efforts of industry
partners who have led the way to develop
and implement positive initiatives for
different stakeholders: “The commitment
shown so far is encouraging, and I strongly
believe, in time, we will transform the way
our sectors work and put safety at the heart
of what we do.” He brought to mind an
apt reminder that saving lives is the true
inspiration behind Singapore’s continual drive
for better WSH progress and innovation.
Exemplary success stories
Mirroring the Minister’s remarks, nearly 1
in 3 winners of WSH Awards 2011 were
companies that have never won an award
before. One such winner is Yokogawa
Electric Asia Pte Ltd, the winner of the WSH
Performance (Silver) Awards. “Workplace
Safety and Health makes good business
sense” said Managing Director Mr Lai Ah
Keow, receiving the award on behalf of
the company.
The Awards also highlighted the consistently
excellent performances from steadfast
advocates for WSH. Winning the WSH
Developer Award for the fifth time, City
Developments Limited (CDL) not only actively
championed the Environment, Health and
Safety (EHS) practices but also engaged and
motivated their partners, consultants and
builders to embrace similar practices.
Mr Anthony Chia, Director (Projects) said
“Promoting EHS best practices at CDL
worksites has not only enabled us to
achieve a high level of productivity, it has
also, to a certain extent, helped raised the
standards for our industry. We recognise that
a safe environment can only be attained
when all stakeholders work collectively
and steadfastly towards a common vision.
Being accorded the WSH Developer Award
for the fifth time reaffirms our sustained
commitment towards engaing and
motivating our partners, builders, consultants
and their workers to embrace a EHSconscious
culture at all times.”
Innovation drives new safety
practices
More businesses and organisations are
stepping up to the challenge of becoming
more innovative in integrating safety
practices and inventing new devices to
improve safety. One such innovation
comes from NatSteel Holdings with their
Quick Release System for Bored Pile Cage.
Typically, workers were exposed to work at
height risks, as they had to climb to the top
of trailers to remove chain slings when they
need to unload bored pile cages. Driven by
the need to improve safety and with the
support of the organisation, the team came
up with an auto-release system which allows
workers to release all chains on the bored
pile cage simply by pulling a handle, all
while staying safely on the ground.
With key industry partners leading the
way, passionate employees dedicated to
workplace safety, and innovative practices
and inventions that improve safety
standards, the WSH Awards 2011 once again
ends on a high note, and stands as a proud
testament to what Singapore can achieve in
its push for WSH excellence.

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WSH Practices Awards
Hong Kiat Construction Pte Ltd
Fly Cage
Spurred on by negative publicity and safety infringements found at their work site, employees at
Hong Kiat Construction rallied together to raise overall Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) standards
at their workplace. Their commitment to safety bore fruit with the Fly Cage initiative.
The Fly Cage is a unconventional modular steel cage with two levels of working space used for semidetached
and terrace houses. Guardrails are welded into place to eliminate unauthorised removal of
cross braces or scaffolding by workers and subcontractors. The Fly Cage can accommodate up to four
workers and there are only two authorised entry points instead of multiple entry points. The Fly Cage
also resulted in cost savings and a reduction of manpower needed.
Employees at Hong Kiat Construction are elated by their win and this has inspired them to look into
other safety solutions at their workplaces.
“This national recognition has given the company a whole new level of
confidence. It has further elevated us to the belief that everything is possible
when spirit is united. And our dedication to workplace safety and health is
worth every while.”
Mr Michael Ang
Managing Director
Nalco Pacific Pte Ltd
Semi Automatic Liquid
Product Filling System
The desire to create a more efficient and safer manufacturing plant motivated the
team at Nalco Pacific to re-evaluate how the packing process can be improved.
To achieve that, the team designed a semi-automatic filling system. With the
system, the workers can preset the volume and container used. Once the
set-up is completed, they can use a control handle to guide the filling lance to
the container for the fill up. The system will automatically stop once the preset
volume has been reached. The workers’ workstations have also been redesigned
so that the tools they need are easily within reach.
These improvements were a hit with their bosses and colleagues. The system not
only minimises workers’ exposure to chemical hazards and reduces their fatigue,
it also saves the company $8,000 monthly. On top of that, the team found that
the workers’ morale and work atmosphere have improved greatly.
The team is excited to win the Practices award. They are now even more
motivated to find ways to fully automate the plant to make it more efficient and
safe for their colleagues.
“We kept on exploring new ideas or solution without losing
our main focus when we reach an obstacle. Winning the
award has boosted the morale of the production team.”
Mr Saifuddin Jailani
Process Engineer

Seagate Technology
International, Recording
Media Operations
Auto Bag Cutting Machine
Safety and health are a top priority for the company. A challenge from the management
team to achieve zero accident and care for our employees’ well-being inspired the
Ergonomics team to come up with this initiative to make Seagate a safe and healthy
workplace.
Regular reviews of the work environment revealed that the un-bagging of substrates
is a potential repetitive task and may result in overstretching. With contributions from
operators, equipment and process engineers, and support from the management, the
team conceptualised the Auto Bag Cutting Machine and a conveyor system to help reduce
the ergonomic risk of this process from medium to low. The implementation of this
system also led to improved productivity by 40%.
The team is elated by the win as it recognises their efforts and reaffirms Seagate’s
commitment for continual safety improvements in the workplace.
WSH Practices Awards
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“The project improved business processes and it also improved the work
health ergonomics for employees. This resulted in higher productivity
and a better working environment for the team.”
Mr Chee Teck Huei
Vice President
Recording Media Operations
Represented by Mr Char Wee Teck,
Equipment Engineering Manager
Tiong Seng
Contractors (Pte) Ltd
The Silent Black Ball (SB2)
Safety and sustainability can be a perfect pair, as proven by the team at Tiong
Seng Contractors. Driven by the vision to effect safe, sustainable and innovative
practices at their sites, the project team embarked upon reducing unnecessary
structure dead weight through adopting the use of SB2 Cobiax void formers to
reduce dead weight, otherwise fondly known by Tiong Seng employees as Silent
Black Ball.
The SB2 significantly reduces the time required for formwork placement,
construction materials used and piling risks. It also has the added advantage of
reducing the carbon footprint for a more sustainable building site. The SB2 system
is now successfully adopted into most of Tiong Seng’s projects.
The team is greatly enthused by the win and attributes the win to the firm
support of senior management and fellow colleagues.
“Our guiding philosophy is ‘Nothing is
impossible. Impossible is Nothing‘. This kept
us going in our quest for creating a safer and
more productive work environment for all.”
Mr Lim Han Kwong
Senior Engineer

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WSH Innovation Awards
Singapore Technologies
Marine Ltd
Improvement Process For Vessel
Windows Installation
The team at Singapore Technologies Marine observed that the method of installing windows on
vessels is not only unproductive and inefficient; it also exposed workers to many hazards.
With the old method, a team of four or more workers was needed to install the windows and
throughout the process, the workers were at risks of fall from height accidents or being struck by
falling objects during the transportation of the windows to the sites. There were also risks of fire and
explosion due to the hot works during the installation process.
To overcome these issues, the team invented and fabricated a window installation fixture with safer
and more efficient practices. With the new method, the number of hazards the workers are exposed
to is reduced and the average risk level is rated low. On top of that, productivity has increased by
36% as installation process can now be done by one instead of four employees.
Winning the award had been a huge source of motivation for the team and they look forward to
being as innovative in their future projects.
“Every member on our team was elated to win this prestigious award
and be recognised for our efforts. With this award, we know that our
project is truly worthwhile.”
Mr Edwin Fernandez
Assistant Manager – Kaizen Department
Represented by
Mr Li Da Hua,
Senior Engineer
– Process
Systems on
Silicon Manufacturing
Co.Pte. Ltd
Zero Lifting Injury
Feedback sessions with vendors brought to light a key issue for the project team.
Workers faced numerous risks during return-air filter replacements, as they had to climb
up the ceiling and lift heavy cooling coils within a narrow space to replace the filter.
The team designed a customised filter frame to be affixed to the ceiling. Now, the filter
can be replaced without the need for lifting the heavy cooling coil, thereby reducing
the risks of workers falling from height or maintaining uncomfortable postures. It also
reduced the manpower required for the job.
The design of the customised filter was continuously improved through feedback and
comments to ensure its practicality and ease of use. This safety innovation helped to
eliminate back injuries and significantly reduce risks of falling, being struck by falling
objects and ergonomic hazards. The implementation has created a safer and better work
environment, improved EHS performance and enhanced productivity.
“Our team brainstormed through various problem-solving
techniques, such as 8D, the fishbone diagram and the
SCAMPER technique to assist us in identifying the root cause
and generate solutions. Each solution was assessed for its
practicality and sustainability.”
Mr Kalyana Palanivellu
Project Team Leader and Facilities Engineer

“It is not because you
repeat the same thing
every day that the staff
will listen to you. It is
because you care for
them with a sincere
heart. Everything you do,
you do it for them.”
Mr Hong Khan Meng
Senior Fleet Engineer
SMRT Automotive Services Pte Ltd
“A lot of fatal
accidents can happen
in the construction
industry and this has
to be prevented.
I hope all safety
supervisors will be
more vigilant to
ensure the safety of
their workers.”
Mr Elangovan s/o Servoo Apportorai
Archi Supervisor
Tiong Seng Contractors (Pte) Ltd
“When you come
to work, you arrive
with ten fingers.
When you go home,
you must also leave
with ten fingers.”
Mr Karthigesan s/o
Kulandaivelu
Technical Engineer
Jurong Shipyard Pte Ltd
“Toolbox meetings are
like two-way feedback
processes. My men
take turns to talk
about the positive and
negative observations
made at work so
improvements can be
made.”
Mr Koh See Soon Richard
Senior Supervisor
Cameron (Singapore) Pte Ltd
“Prevention is better than
cure. It’s a job all right,
but even if you have
a tight schedule, don’t
compromise on safety.”
Mr Varadakaliyaperumal
Ganesh Kumar
Engineer (Piping)
Singapore Technologies
Marine Ltd
“My previous supervisor was very
good. He is my sifu, my mentor. He
took care of his workers very well and
I want to be like him – to do the same
for my workers.”
Mr Manickam Senthil Kumar
Supervisor
Teambuild Construction Pte Ltd
WSH
Awards
for
Supervisors
“I always tell my
workers, ‘If you think it is
unsafe, don’t do it. ‘”
Mr Sivasamy Gopalakrishnan
Technician
Keppel Shipyard Limited
(Benoi Yard)
“We need everyone to understand safety
and practise it. If the workforce does not
follow safety rules, we will not be able to
achieve our work targets.”
Mr Philip Anak Pako
Site Supervisor
Multiheight Scaffolding Pte Ltd
“Some workers want to
take shortcuts so that
they can finish their
work quickly. There are
no shortcuts when it
comes to safety. You go
home safely only if you
work safely.”
Mr Arumugam Thirumurugan
Safety Supervisor
Tiong Seng Contractors (Pte) Ltd

Congratulations
Chip Eng Seng Contractors
(1988) Pte Ltd
Winner of 2 WSH Performance (SHARP) Awards
Congratulations
Obayashi – Woh Hup
Joint Venture
Winner of WSH Performance (SHARP) Award

Congratulations
SBS Transit Ltd
Winner of WSH Innovation Awards
Congratulations
Tiong Seng Contractors
(Pte) Ltd
Winner of 3 WSH Performance (SHARP) Awards
Winner of 2 WSH Awards for Supervisors
Winner of 2 WSH Practices Awards

Congratulations
JURONG
JURONG Primewide Pte Ltd
Winner of WSH Performance (SHARP) Award

Congratulations
Petrochemical Corporation of
Singapore (Private) Limited
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20 WSH Publications
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Publications
WSH Guidelines: Safeguarding Against Falling Objects
Struck by falling objects (SBFO) is statistically the second most common cause of workplace
fatalities in Singapore. Falling objects can strike persons on the head and the resultant injuries
can be fatal. This set of guidelines focuses on the dangers of items that fall from height, and
provides information and guidance on situations where SBFO is a hazard and the preventive
measures that can be taken to safeguard people who work on the site, visitors to the site and
members of the public.
WSH Guidelines: Contractor Management
Contractors are increasingly engaged in a wide spectrum of activities ranging from installation
to maintenance and service. A proper contractor management process is essential to ensure
that contractors do no create unnecessary risks for themselves or others. This Guideline
provides information and guidelines to clients, contractors, subcontractors and key
stakeholders who are involved in the contractor management process to ensure that safety
and help is managed properly.
WSH Council Annual Report: Saving Lives
The theme for this year’s annual report “Saving Lives” articulates the purpose of the
WSH Council as we work to build industry capabilities, promote and recognise WSH
performance and raise WSH standards. Underscoring the key theme that most injuries and
deaths can be prevented, the annual report highlights the strategic initiatives and standards
implemented to shape better behaviour and outcomes at workplaces. View the annual
report at www.wshc.sg
Workplace Safety and
Health Guidelines
Management of Hazardous Chemicals
Programme
Management of Hazardous Chemicals Programme
Chemicals are used extensively in workplaces. Many useful products such as paints, plastics,
adhesives, detergents and pharmaceuticals are derived from chemicals. For many toxic
chemicals, the health effects may take a long period of time to develop. The Management of
Hazardous Chemicals Programme (MHCP) is initiated under the Workplace Health Strategy to
enhance chemical management at workplace, and to prevent or control chemical hazards
as well as to protect persons at work against such hazards. Its objective is to prevent
occupational diseases, injuries and fatalities from hazardous chemicals.
Visit http://www.wshc.sg/chemicals for more information.
Safe Lifting Operation Kit
The Safe Lifting Operation Kit comprises collaterals developed to help the industry. It includes
the Worker’s Safety Handbook for Rigger and Signalman, Worker’s Safety Handbook for Crane
Operators, Supervisor’s Guidebook for Lifting Supervisors and a compilation of video clips
and animation that focuses on the importance of working safely with machines that involve
lifting operations and other workplace hazards.