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BASICS OF WORK PLACE SECURITY AND SAFETY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE JTI SECURITY AND SAFETY SURVEY REPORT
PRESENTATION MADE AT THE JTI STAFF RETREAT 28TH-2ND APRIL, 2021 PRESENTER:EMMANUEL NYONGESA
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DISASTER MITIGATION AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AT THE WORKPLACE
Disaster?-As defined by the United Nations is a sudden, calamitous event bringing great damage, loss and destruction and devastation to life and property. Mitigation-is the effort to reduce loss of life and property by lessening the impact of disasters. In order for mitigation to be effective, we need to take action NOW, before the next disaster as this will help reduce human and financial consequences later. Emergency-Something dangerous or serious, such as an accident, that happens suddenly or unexpectedly and needs fast action in order to avoid harmful results. Disaster and Emergency Management-This is how we deal with the human, material, economic or environmental impact of said Disaster; it is the process of how we prepare for, respond to and learn from the effects of major failures.
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An emergency poses an immediate risk of significant harm to health, life, property or the environment. Preparing for emergencies is an important part of our workplace health and safety program and is a legal requirement in Kenya. The Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007 provide for the safety, health and welfare of workers and all persons lawfully present at work places, to provide for the establishment of the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health and for connected purposes.
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COMMON TYPES OF EMERGENCIES
Fires or explosions Medical emergencies Severe weather Earthquakes Major power failures Hazardous spills
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WHY PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES?
To keep employees and responders free from harm To manage life-threatening situations To minimize damage to the environment, equipment, machinery and tools To minimize downtime.
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ELEMENTS OF AN EMERGENCY MITIGATION AND MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Prevention-Policies and procedures to minimize the occurrence of emergencies Preparation-Activities and procedures to make sure your organization is ready to effectively respond Response-The action taken when an emergency occurs Recovery-Practices to resume to normal business
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KEY STEPS TO EMERGENCY PLANNING AND MITIGATION
Establish the planning team; representatives from all departments and levels, with support from senior management. Asses the risks and company capabilities. Develop the emergency response plan. Implement the plan; obtain equipment, communicate and train. Test the plan by holding drills or simulation exercises Improve the plan continuously
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CONTENTS OF A WRITTEN EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
Scope and outline potential emergencies Alarms and other methods of initiating a response Site-specific response procedures Command structure, roles and responsibilities Shutting down of power Evacuation and assembly procedures Communication systems and protocols Emergency contact lists Resource lists
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AS A WORKER, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU KNOW HOW TO;
Identify common types of emergencies Respond if you encounter a situation Respond when an emergency alarm is activated Ask your employer for more information and training