Westpoort VCA Eindtermen Basis, VOL, VIL VCU Engels

Approach to unsafe situations and actions - Removing the cause - Shielding/securing - Warn - Engage others - Setting the right priorities

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Tools or equipment not being properly maintained

Consequences of the accident pyramid for policy Preventing and combating ALL unsafe actions and ALL unsafe situations leads to fewer accidents Possible action points (management) - Establishing a (multi-year) plan to improve working conditions - Delegating tasks, authorities and required resources to departments and employees in the company - Ensure proper organization of working conditions policy - Ensure a good consultation structure about working conditions and responsibilities - Developing the H&S policy in procedures and regulations - Ensure sufficient training and instruction Possible action points (operational manager) - Monitor compliance with procedures and regulations - Carrying out periodic inspections - Providing instruction and training on health risks at work - Systematic reporting of accidents - Planned approach to unsafe actions and situations - Discussing problems and complaints regarding occupational health and safety policy during department and work meetings - Regular evaluation of the results of improvements implemented in response to unsafe actions and situations

Actions in case of unsafe act -

Report to the hierarchical manager

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(Make) stop the action

Stages of the cause-effect sequence 1. Background (organization) 2. Human failure 3. Unsafe actions and/or situations 4. Accident 5. Injury and/or damage

Points of attention for the policy to be implemented - An accident is the result of several causes - The causes can originate at different levels within the company (such as management, executives, operational employees, executives) - The policy to be implemented must therefore be aimed at the different levels Accident pyramid Many unsafe situations and actions can ultimately lead to an accident with very serious injuries or an accident with a fatal outcome Causes of unsafe actions or unsafe situations Examples (personal factors) - Insufficient knowledge - Insufficient experience - Insufficient motivation - Insufficient attention Examples (task-related factors) - Insufficient and/or incorrect management and supervision - Incorrect working method - Not getting enough time for the work - The absence of necessary equipment or tools

Risky work and tasks Risky work -

Work in a risky environment

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