Workplace safety

Science in engineering safety J. R. Ridley 4.3 1.1 Introduction 4.3 1.2 Structure of matter 4.3 1.3 Properties of chemicals 4.5 1.4 Physical properties 4.9 1.5 Energy and work 4.15 1.6 Mechanics 4.16 1.7 Strength of materials 4.17 1.8 Modes of failure 4.19 1.9 Testing 4.20 1.10 Hydraulics 4.20 1.11 Summary 4.21 2 Fire precautions P. Waterhouse and revised by Ray Chalklen 4.23 2.1 Introduction 4.23 2.2 Basic combustion chemistry 4.23 2.3 The combustion process 4.27 2.4 Classification of fires 4.29 2.5 Ignition sources and their control 4.30 2.6 Protection against fire 4.38 2.7 Extinction 4.42 2.8 Firefighting 4.46 2.9 Fire risk 4.55 2.10 Means of escape in case of fire 4.55 2.11 Legal requirements 4.60 2.12 Liaison with the fire brigade 4.64 3 Safe use of machinery J. R. Ridley 4.68 3.1 Introduction 4.68 3.2 Strategy for selecting safeguards 4.68 3.3 Safeguarding techniques 4.78 3.4 Powered trucks 4.79 3.5 Lifting equipment 4.95 3.6 Pressure systems and gas containers 4.100 3.7 Conclusion 4.104 4 Electricity E. G. Hooper and revised by Chris Buck 4.107 4.1 Alternating and direct currents 4.107 4.2 Electricity supply 4.108 4.3 Statutory requirements 4.110 4.4 Voltage levels 4.111 4.5 Electrical accidents 4.111 4.6 The basic electrical circuit 4.112 4.7 Dangers from electricity 4.113 4.8 Protective means 4.116 4.9 Competency 4.118 4.10 Permits-to-work 4.120 4.11 Static electricity 4.120 4.12 Use of electricity in adverse or hazardous environments 4.123 4.13 Electrical equipment in flammable atmospheres 4.123 4.14 Portable tools 4.126 4.15 Residual current devices 4.127 4.16 Maintenance 4.127 4.17 Conclusion 4.128 5 Statutory examination of plant and equipment J. McMullen 4.130 5.1 Introduction 4.130 5.2 Legislation 4.131 5.3 Pressure systems 4.131 5.4 Lifting and handling plant 4.139 5.5 Power presses and press brakes 4.148 5.6 Local exhaust ventilation 4.149 5.7 Electrical equipment and installations 4.152 5.8 Other considerations 4.153 5.9 Conclusions 4.156 6 Safety on construction sites R. Hudson 4.161 6.1 Construction accidents 4.161 6.2 Safe working in the industry 4.162 6.3 Site hazards 4.171 6.4 Access 4.176 6.5 The Construction (Lifting Operations) Regulations 1961 4.178 6.6 Welfare facilities 4.184 6.7 Other relevant legislation 4.185 vi Contents 7 Managing chemicals safely John Adamson 4.192 7.1 Introduction 4.192 7.2 Chemical data 4.192 7.3 Source of information 4.193 7.4 Risk assessments 4.194 7.5 The management of risk 4.198 7.6 Legislative requirements 4.202 7.7 Storage of substances 4.212 7.8 Transport 4.216 7.9 Plant and process design 4.217 7.10 Further safety studies 4.226 7.11 Plant modifications 4.226 7.12 Safe systems of work 4.226 7.13 Laboratories 4.228 7.14 Emergency procedures 4.230 7.15 Conclusions 4.231 8 The environment - issues, law and management J. E. Channing 4.234 8.1 Introduction 4.234 8.2 Major environmental issues 4.234 8.3 Environmental regulation 4.248 8.4 Environmental management systems 4.245 8.5 Conclusion 4.247 Appendix 1 Institution of Occupational Safety and Health 4.249 Appendix 2 Reading for Part 1 of the NEBOSH Diploma examination 4.250 Appendix 3 List of Abbreviations 4.251 Appendix 4 Organizations providing safety information 4.257 Appendix 5 List of Statutes, Regulations and Orders 4.259 Appendix 6 List of Cases 4.267 Appendix 7 Safety at Work Series - Index 4.272