First Grade of Elementary School : Highest Incidence of Colds, Chickenpox, and Meningitis . As the new school year begins, children spend more time living and studying together, which increases the risk of contracting contagious diseases such as the common cold, mumps, and chickenpox. The simplest and most effective way to prevent infection is to […]
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Fear of Radiation vs. A Core Energy Source . In the aftermath of the massive earthquake in Japan, a nuclear power plant explosion led to the release of radioactive materials, causing a devastating accident. Cases of radiation exposure were reported, and radioactive iodine was detected in tap water, rapidly intensifying public concern over nuclear power
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93% of fires caused by product overheating or short circuits . With recent cold waves hitting during the winter season, accidents involving frozen and burst water pipes are on the rise. To prevent such damage, many households use heat cables (freeze-prevention cables) installed outside their homes. However, fire accidents related to these cables are also
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Our annual camping spot in the valleys of Gapyeong, Gyeonggi Province . We’ve been camping for years, exploring mountains, beaches, and valleys across Korea, but one place we visit every single year is Baekjadong Valley in Gapyeong. . The valley has plenty of clear water and even a perfect spot for diving. Of course, there
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▣ Road Tunnel Safety Facilities in Korea . . ▣ Emergency Actions in Case of Tunnel Fire . Drivers must evacuate quickly with their vehicle outside the tunnel. If it is impossible to move outside, stop at the shoulder or in an emergency parking space. Turn off the engine, leave the key in the ignition,
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▣ Impact Force Without a Seatbelt . . ▣ Principle of Calculation . . If we set the two energies equal, the mass m cancels out. Here, v is velocity (m/s), and g = 9.81 m/s². . Unit conversion for speed: . Speed Converted to Equivalent Height (assuming one floor = 3.0 m)
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LPG Gas Safety Tips With the increasing use of gas in households and the rising frequency of gas-related accidents, the potential dangers continue to grow. To prevent such incidents, it is essential to know how to use gas safely and apply these habits in daily life. . . ▣ Precautions Before Use . 1) VentilationBefore
LOTO (Lock Out, Tag Out) . “To prevent accidents, it is essential to disconnect power from machinery and equipment before performing non-routine tasks, and to clearly indicate that work is in progress by following the LOTO (Lock Out, Tag Out) procedure.” . LOTO Compliance: A Requirement, Not an Option . Robots, conveyors, and other
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What is the most effective way to alert workers about various dangers in the workplace?The answer is posting occupational safety and health signs. Well-designed safety signs immediately capture attention and raise awareness of hazards in an intuitive way. Below are some interesting safety and health signs from overseas that convey their meaning at a glance.
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How to Prevent Drowsy Driving on Highways More than 30% of fatal highway accidents are caused by drowsy driving. Falling asleep at the wheel, even for just a second, can be as dangerous as driving completely blind. . . . ▣ Distance Traveled During Drowsy Driving When driving at 100 km/h, closing your eyes
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How Should We Respond to Mistakes? There was a tragic accident where a driver mistakenly pressed the accelerator instead of the brake, resulting in multiple casualties. Similar mistakes can also lead to major accidents in the workplace. . A mistake is defined as a type of human error—an unintentional unsafe action caused by carelessness.The key
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Fresh air flowing into our bodies – why proper workplace ventilation matters! . . In industrial settings such as cleaning, painting, and plating, chemical substances are widely used in the manufacturing process.Each chemical plays a role according to its unique properties and characteristics. However, these very properties can also become harmful when workers are exposed,
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A burn is an injury where skin cells and soft tissues are damaged or destroyed due to exposure to intense heat, flames, hot water, oil, steam, gas, electricity, chemicals, or toxic substances. Burns are generally classified into four degrees, depending on the depth of tissue damage. . . . First-Degree Burns A first-degree burn affects
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▣ What Is “Perceived Temperature”? . Perceived temperature refers to the temperature that people actually feel, which takes into account not only the air temperature but also factors such as wind and humidity. . In other words, even if the air temperature is the same, stronger winds or higher humidity can make it feel colder
HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY COMMUNICATION Outline the various methods for communicating the contents of a health and safety policy to a workforce. The policy statement of intent should be • Posted on prominent notice boards throughout the workplace and • Brought to the attention of all employees at induction and refresher training sessions. . It can also be communicated to the workforce: • During team briefing sessions, • At „toolbox‟ talks which are conducted at the workplace or • Directly by email, intranet, • Newsletters or • Booklets. • It should be a permanent item on the agenda for health and safety committee meetings where it should be reviewed at each meeting. . . STATEMENT OF INTENT – CONTENT (a) Identify the typical
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▣ 내화구조 명세 ▷ 별지 제18호 서식 – 내화설비 또는 지역은 건축물명, 배관지지대명, 설비명 등을기재합니다. – 내화부위는내화의 범위 (예:배관지지대)를 기재합니다. – 내화시험기준 및 시간은 한국산업규격에 따른 내화시험방법에 의하여 기재합니다. . ▷ 별지 제14호 서식 . ▷ 내화처리대상 – 건축물의 기둥, 보 – 기계장치 설치용 철구조물
▣ 내진설계기준 설정 대상 ▷ 지진·화산재해대책법 시행령 제10조제1항 1. 건축법 시행령 제32조제2항 각 호에 해당하는 건축물 9. 도시가스사업법 제2조제5호에 따른 가스공급시설 및 고압가스안전관리법 제4조제4항에 따른 고압가스의 제조·저장 및 판매의 시설과 액화석유가스의 안전관리 및 사업법 제5조제4항의 기준에 따른 액화저장탱크, 지지구조물, 기초 및 배관 11. 산업안전보건법 제34조에 따라 고용노동부장관이 유해하거나 위험한 기계·기구 및 설비에 대한 안전인증기준을 정하여 고시한
. Safety harnesses and safety blocks are essential protective devices designed to prevent falls during roof work and other tasks performed at height. For roofing work, a full-body harness is recommended, and a safety block must be used to minimize the risk of fall accidents. . . Inspection Before Using a Safety Block A safety
During a past EPC project at a chemical plant site in Vietnam, a costly accident occurred: precision instrumentation equipment was damaged due to leakage current during welding operations. At first, we assumed it was a simple case of overcurrent. However, as we investigated further, we discovered that leakage current generated during welding was the root
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When people in Korea think of “foreign workers,” they often imagine those employed only in the so-called 3D industries — dirty, dangerous, and difficult jobs that many locals tend to avoid. However, today, foreign workers in Korea are engaged in a much wider range of occupations than in the past. . . ▣ How to
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