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Light Demarcation of Hazardous Zone Boundaries
The article discusses light demarcation projection systems consisting of projectors and software for visually marking the boundaries of hazardous areas on floors and other surfaces. The material examines the application areas of this technology, the stages of its implementation starting with risk analysis, as well as key benefits for preventing incidents. The author explains how lighting equipment improves visibility in difficult conditions and increases the level of safety at the enterprise as a supplement to traditional barriers and signs.
Equipping Facilities with HSE Training Grounds for Work at Heights and in Confined Spaces: Overlooked Requirements
The article is devoted to the infrastructure of training grounds, the use of which improves the quality of worker training for work at height and in confined and enclosed spaces. The author analyzes the requirements for the design and equipment of training grounds, including taking into account climatic factors, allocating functional zones, ensuring protection, and engineering utility networks. The importance of instructor training and educational and methodological support for the effective operation of such facilities is also considered.
Professionals Championship: A Platform for Engaging Employees in HSE
The article examines the Professionals Championship of JSCo 'RZD' as a tool for training and engaging employees in industrial safety issues. Using the example of competitions among occupational health and safety specialists and representatives of blue-collar occupations, the author shows how skill refinement helps identify strengths and development areas of personnel. This format motivates employees to study professional requirements in greater depth and makes it possible to form the company's talent pool.
Artificial Intelligence as an Assistant in HSE: A Step into the Future
The article by the Head of Occupational Health and Safety and Industrial Safety is dedicated to the application of artificial intelligence for optimizing routine processes and compensating for the shortage of resources in the field of OHS and IS. The material examines the key functions of AI assistants — from analyzing regulatory documentation and conducting briefings to forecasting risks and generating reports. The author also analyzes potential risks of using technologies and explains why small local language models should be chosen to protect corporate data.
Environmental Risks: Setting Priorities During a Risk Session
The note is dedicated to the proper setting of goals when conducting risk sessions to identify environmental risks using the ENVID tool. The author explains why detailed damage calculations and final formulations should be moved outside the face-to-face meeting, focusing the expert group on maximum search and draft recording of risks. Such an approach allows recording an order of magnitude more risks during the session and eliminates manipulation of final assessments by experts.
The Importance of Environmental Safety in Manufacturing
Production has a significant negative impact on the environment through emissions of harmful substances, water and soil pollution, as well as waste generation. This article examines the key role of environmental safety at enterprises in preserving natural resources and ensuring public health. The material reveals the main principles of environmental safety and practical measures necessary to reduce the harmful impact on nature.
Speaking the Same Language
Different perspectives and inaccurate interpretations of hazardous situations can lead to the development of erroneous protective measures and the persistence of risks at the enterprise. The article examines the universal tool "Risk Formulation", implemented at Metalloinvest for the precise description of an injury, a hazardous event, conditions, and the cause of an incident. Using a single template allows training employees at all levels to describe risks unambiguously and significantly reduces the response time to them.
Improving Despite the Challenges
The article describes the company's experience in adapting the practice of "Line Walkthroughs" to pandemic conditions and remote work formats through the implementation of "Remote Line Walkthroughs" (RLW) via video conferencing. The author discusses the structure of the meetings, the distribution of participants into groups, the use of a special checklist on safety and social issues, as well as monitoring the execution of decisions made. The material demonstrates how the new format made it possible to maintain regular dialogue with employees, expand the range of topics discussed, and identify problem areas given the extensive geography of facilities.
Visual Instructions for Using Fire Extinguishers at the Workplace
The article is devoted to practical experience in implementing visual instructions for the use of fire extinguishers at an enterprise to enhance fire safety. The material examines key principles of their development and placement directly above fire extinguishing equipment, as well as the importance of visualization and staff training. The use of such instructions helps employees react clearly and quickly to potential fires under stressful conditions.
Employee Image: Who We Are in the Eyes of Others
The effectiveness of the Industrial Safety and Occupational Health and Safety department's work and the success of implementing changes directly depend on how the function is perceived by the company's employees themselves. The article examines the image of occupational health and safety specialists as a specific tool of influence that determines the level of trust of the workforce. The author shows what makes up such a perception and what stages are included in the regular evaluation and transformation of the department's activities.
Life-Saving Skills: First Aid Training
The article tells about practical first aid training at OTEKO, where employees practice vital skills in realistic game simulations. The training takes place without complex medical terms and allows practicing the procedure for injuries, bleeding, and critical conditions before doctors arrive. The material shows how simulating stressful situations helps overcome psychological barriers and prepare employees and schoolchildren for quick action in emergencies.
Debunking Industrial Safety Myths
False beliefs and familiar myths often cause unsafe behavior in production, leading to serious consequences for life and health. The article shows how to recognize these mindsets and replace them with correct beliefs to develop a safety culture. Using common misconceptions as examples — from using a helmet chinstrap to distributing responsibility for occupational health and safety — the reader will be able to take a fresh look at the situation in their workplace.