Volume 8 – Mechanical and Electrical Services - Malaysia Geoportal
Volume 8 – Mechanical and Electrical Services - Malaysia Geoportal
Volume 8 – Mechanical and Electrical Services - Malaysia Geoportal
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Chapter 4 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH MANAGEMENT SYSTEM<br />
d) Lighting<br />
i) All parts of working space or area are not adequately lit in accordance with recommended code<br />
of practice.<br />
ii) Working area, spaces <strong>and</strong> corridors are adequately illuminated with the lighting fittings properly<br />
places in relation to the work to minimize unwanted reflection<br />
iii) Illumination level is properly designed <strong>and</strong> determined.<br />
iv) Different task are provided with most appropriate level of illumination<br />
v) Task requiring special illumination is provided with screen or luminous background to make them<br />
easy to see.<br />
vi) Available natural lighting is utilized to the best advantage.<br />
vii) There is no erect or reflected glare on working surface with lighting fitting readily accessible for<br />
routine maintenance<br />
viii) Routine maintenance is regularly carried out.<br />
ix) Suitable finishes are used on the walls, roof <strong>and</strong> other main interior surface.<br />
The Factory & Machinery & Acts states the types of qualified personnel to operate certain machinery<br />
such as diesel engines.<br />
The Building By-laws states the requirements for fire protection against occupants, such as firefighting<br />
equipment <strong>and</strong> system, fire-proof door, fire-escape, etc.<br />
4.8 SAFETY AND HEALTH TRAINING<br />
a) Introduction<br />
Many st<strong>and</strong>ards promulgated by OSHMS require the employer to train employees in the safety <strong>and</strong><br />
health aspects of their jobs. Training is an essential part of every employer’s program for providing<br />
workers with a safe <strong>and</strong> healthy workplace. Many researchers conclude that those who are new on<br />
the job have a higher rate of accidents <strong>and</strong> injuries than those experienced workers. If ignorance of<br />
specific job hazards <strong>and</strong> of proper work practices is partly to blame for higher injury rates, then the<br />
training may help provide a solution.<br />
b) Recommended Training<br />
In addition to training currently required by OSH Act <strong>and</strong> Regulations, there are several other topics<br />
which management should consider integrating into the training program.<br />
These include:<br />
- Ergonomics<br />
- Heat <strong>and</strong> Cold Stress<br />
- Non-Ionizing Radiation<br />
- Environmental Rules <strong>and</strong> Regulations<br />
- First Aid<br />
- General Occupational Safety <strong>and</strong> Health Training<br />
4-10 March 2009