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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

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