Occupational therapist

discussion on the effect of health and safety on productivity [1]. The aim of ergonomics is to ensure the well-being of worker by attaining optimal working conditions by using the most suitable physical characteristics and psychological capability [2]. Occupational and environmental respiratory diseases have a long history with respiratory disorders among tobacco workers [3]. As early as the beginning of the 18th century, ‘Ramazzini’ wrote about diseases of tobacco workers [4]. The study of the…

This area of the body is associated with basic safety and is the foundation of our mental and emotional health. The root includes the feet, the legs, and the pelvic area. We begin by connecting to the earth and getting grounded. Honoring this grounding energy, the leader can create a basic survival strategy. This chakra is related to corporate survival, this can also be taken in the personal sense of survival in professional career. Central themes of this chakra is seen with positive development…

One of the problems discussed in chapter 7 and 8 of Fast Food Nation is the set routine of workers and assigning single task to one worker for the entire duration of their shift. Using disassembly line model in slaughterhouses can be explained with order theory. Order theory illustrates how slaughterhouse workers are functional to the slaughterhouse industry. Each worker is responsible for a particular task, which benefits the industry. It allows the slaughterhouses to work faster and more…

Possible breach of Contract The implied terms between an employee and an employer. That main implied duties includes providing the correct health and safety, working environment, to deal with issues, given reasonable notices. (Clarke, 2000) The implied duties of employees to the employer includes adaptability, reasonable care, skill, and having the trust and confidence. Assuming Shirley’s status as employee has been recognised, this suggests that the company is liable under the Unfair Dismissal…

Routine Maintenance Gone Wrong “It was very, very hard for me. I saw my hand come off - I could see my hand on the ground and other parts all over the place.” German aircraft engineer, Hendrik Donkers Tire charging is a routine task in aircraft maintenance. However, if proper precaution is not observed, it can cause severe injury and even death. We will review two case studies where this routine task had gone wrong. We will discuss the possible causes of the errors and how we can prevent a…

So as to guarantee conscious and safe transportation of HUM, Etihad Cargo asks for that all HUM are hermetically fixed in an internal lead or zinc box, set in a wooden coffin, to keep any harm. The coffin must be secured by a proper canvas, not to make the substance promptly obvious. Urns must be secured by padded external pack and joined by a testament from the crematorium. • Marks and marks utilized on bundles containing pine boxes must be the same as those utilized for general cargo •…

SAFETY Rail transportation is vital to the economy of a country, but as with any mode of transport, also have the attendant risks. In particular, train accidents pose safety risks to both public and the railroads, so effective accident prevention practices is a key element of its risk management practices. Therefore, the implementing standard of safety for rail is needed to ensure the safe carrying out of railway operations. Different standards have different ranged of application and different…

ASSIGNMENT Work-family conflict (and family-work conflict) are both linked with a variety of negative outcomes for workers. But as technology becomes omnipresent in peoples’ lives, the line between work and home continues to blur. What effect does this have on well being and job performance? Will people burn out faster than ever before? Balancing the demands of work and responsibilities of the family is an ongoing concern in organisations. We are in the busiest era. Gone are the days of…

In the today’s competitive world, the work-life balance and stress management for employees are becomes highly important. If there is no job satisfaction and regularity in life, it can create many problems to employees. The work stress has become a common problem which is faced by employees of every organization. Both work-life balance and stress go hand in hand. The employees should balance the personal and professional lives and the policies at work place should support to achieve this goal.…

in preventing MSIs. Modification of the design may reduce awkward wrist positions and minimize the effects of repetitive motions (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, 2015). Proper designing of hand tools, minimizes awkward positioning of the hand and wrist when the task involves repetitive movement (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, 2015). Other engineering controls include the following: a. A lever to lift and transport the heavy timber woods b. A…