Symptoms of the injured artery.

Blood sample for altery test

Identifying the symptoms of the injured artery is essential for prompt and appropriate medical treatment. What is an artery? Arteries are blood vessels in the human body that carry oxygenated blood from the heart to various parts of the body. Importance Bleeding from an artery can be a serious and life-threatening medical emergency. Symptoms of … Read more

Unconsciousness

a worker in Unconsciousness situation in warehouse

Suddenly nervous weakness due to any incident that has a huge effect on the mind that causes go to unconsciousness. In this case, the patient goes to light drowsiness and or goes to the next stage which is complete unconsciousness. Even this can cause the death of the patient. Causes of Unconsciousness Symptoms First Aid … Read more

Electric shock.

electric transformer with sign of electric shock

Treatment for electric shock. 1. Evaluate Potential Dangers A. Your first action. B. Safeguard yourself. Keep 25 meters from high voltage electricity until power is turned off by authorities. For low voltage, turn off mains power. Ensure power sources are ‘off’ before attending to the victim if the patient collapses due to an electric shock. … Read more

Evacuation Policy in the Industry.

The company designs this policy according to workers’ and visitors’ safety. In case of an emergency, all workers and visitors can exit from the building safely and securely. An emergency exit map is very helpful in making an evacuation policy. So companies make a policy and educate the workers about this policy. Some policy points … Read more

Fire Emergency

a rescue team strugle to control on fire emergency

What is a fire emergency? When a combustion process or burning of combustible material appears suddenly and out of control this situation is called a fire emergency. Fire Facts Reaction: When the combustion process suddenly appears. It is not controlled with the first struggle with available fire-controlled materials like water, sand, and fire extinguishers. So … Read more

Emergency Response Team (ERT)

Introduction of Emergency Response Team (ERT)

ERT (Emergency Response Team) This team is assigned and trained by the EHS department. The EHS department chooses the 3-worker from each department in each shift. One worker trained as a firefighter another as a floor warden and a third as the first aider. These workers are trained for emergencies at any time.

Example for understanding

Boarding / Finishing department

Shift (A) 1st Worker Fire Fighter, 2nd Worker First Aider, and third Worker Floor Warden and Duty time 06:00 to 14:00.

Shift (B) 1st Worker Fire Fighter,2nd Worker First Aider, and third Worker Floor Warden and Duty time 14:00 to 22:00.

Shift (C) 1st Worker Fire Fighter, 2nd Worker First Aider, and third Worker Floor Warden and Duty time 22:00 to 06:00.

This setting covers 24 hours of duty time

Responsability of ERT team during emergency

The goals of ERT (Emergency Response Team) are. They coordinate with workers and each other during the emergency to control the emergency and save lives. They inform the safety officer and evacuation coordinator about the situation. Also, they coordinate response efforts, delegate action tasks, and ensure a cohesive approach and goal-oriented efforts. For example, in a fire emergency, the firefighter would assess the situation and start the process to control the fire. The floor warden starts evacuation efforts and coordinates with needy and disabled people for a safe evacuation process. The first-aider coordinates with the firefighter and floor warden during fire fighting and the evacuation process. The companies train their ERT members at the base of the emergency management system.

ERT Members

According to the emergency, trained persons perform specific duties during an emergency, they are the members of ERT. Like first-aider, floor warden, and firefighter.

  • He should know about the place of the first aid box in the department.
  • He ensured all the necessary items used during first aid were in the box.
  • He should know about first aid CPR’s complete procedure.
  • He should take first aid and CPR during an emergency.
  • He should wear gloves before giving first aid.
  • He should call the ambulance in a high emergency.
  • He should inform emergency, accident, and injury to the company medical officer and shift in charge.
  • He should always wear a green reflector jacket during work.
  • He should know about the place of fire extinguishers and hose reels in the department and floor.
  • He should know how the operate the fire extinguisher and operate it in an emergency.
  • According to the type of fire he can use a fire extinguisher.
  • In an emergency, he should press MCP and inform to the EHS department.
  • He should help the EHS department to operate the fire hydrant system in an emergency.
  • He should always wear a red reflector jacket during work.
  • He should know about ways, emergency ways, fire alarms,s and all items related to the EHS department.
  • Ezalz marking, normal exit, and emergency exit ensured clear no restriction.
  • He should know about the people who need help, He helps them in emergencies.
  • He should press the fire alarm and inform the EHS department about the emergency.
  • He should lead all people working in the department to the assembly point in case of emergency. And count all the people.
  • He should inform the emergency coordinator about missing during an emergency.
  • He should note all unsafe work in the department.

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HSE and EHS

diffirence between hse and ehs show in this picture.

Introduction of HSE and EHS

HSE may be a company but my opinion and focus are on an HSE department. This department works on.
1. The health of workers.
2. The safety of workers.
3. The creating a safe and secure environment for workers.

HSE stands for Health, Safety, and Environment

EHS stands for Environment, Health, and Safety

In the industry and construction sites.
All multinational and well-known companies have HSE departments. All construction companies have a department. However, some companies hire a department for a specific site or a project. HSE is not a parament with a construction company.

Difference between HSE and EHS.

EHS is a department in the industry that deals with working in a safe and secure environment for workers. And workers’ health issues and the safety of workers.  EHS is a department of industry or a multinational company. EHS is a permanent department. And work on the Environment, health, and safety of workers. 

Organizations and Government Works on HSE and EHS

Duties of Safety Departments

QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment)

Quality, health, safety, and environment. QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) is a comprehensive management system that focuses on ensuring the quality of products/services, protecting employee health and safety, and minimizing environmental impact. It involves policies, procedures, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance overall organizational performance while maintaining ethical and sustainable practices.

HSEQ, (Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality)

HSEQ, which stands for Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality, is an integrated management approach that prioritizes the well-being of employees, environmental sustainability, product/service quality, and safety standards within an organization. It encompasses policies, processes, and continual improvements to achieve excellence across these critical areas.

HSSE (Health, safety, security, and environment)

Health, safety, security, and environment. HSSE, an acronym for Health, Safety, Security, and Environment, represents a holistic approach to managing risks and responsibilities within organizations. It encompasses safeguarding employee well-being, ensuring safety and security, protecting the environment, and maintaining compliance. HSSE programs aim to create a culture of responsibility and sustainability in the workplace.

Duties of employees about PPE.

The EHS and HSE also place the following duties on employees before start work.

1. PPE must be worn and use the instructions provided to them.
2. Employees must ensure that PPE is returned to the provided accommodation after use. Unless the employee takes the PPE away from the workplace, footwear, or clothing.
3. PPE should be returned to the appropriate storage unit (if applicable). After use unless the employee takes their PPE home, for example, footwear or clothing.
4. PPE must be examined before use.
5. Any loss or obvious defect must be immediately reported to their line manager.
6. Employees must take reasonable care of any PPE provided to them. And not carry out any maintenance unless trained and authorized.

Responsibilities of ERT members during an emergency.

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