Three hazards in Industrial Engineering Technologist Career
Overexertion
This hazard is very prevalent in Industrial Engineering Technologist occupation where injuries are caused by lifting heavy objects, repetitive motion and awkward position. This can affect the health of a worker by causing acute pain because of the strains.
Elimination: This will be effective when it comes to overexertion which can be controlled by taking time off, holiday break and avoid long working hours
Substitution: This can be done through purchasing of machines to handle heavy objects to avoid strains.
Administrative control: This involves changing how people work, and in this case, it will include limiting working hours and taking resting time in between the job.
Struck by object
There are also a considerable number of accidents in the industrial engineering technologist by objects such as “vehicles, falling objects and constructing masonry walls” (Occupational Safety and Health Administration). This is one most prevalent hazard that I might face in my career after college.
Elimination: This involves removing any falling or flying object from the workplace entirely.
Substitution: The most effective method would be eliminating old objects and replacing with less hazardous objects.
PPE: Wearing a hard hat can prevent a worker from a head injury, especially from falling/flying objects.
Exposure to substances
The exposure to chemical, gas and liquid substance such as CO2 is prevalent for any worker who works in and around an industry. In my chosen career, I am likely to get exposed to these substances that might be hazardous to my health.
.2. Substitution: This involves substituting old objects with a new and improved machine that are not prone to falling.
Engineering Control: Isolation from the hazard can be an effective method when it comes to chemical leakages and spills.
PPE: The use of proper equipment such as face masks and gloves to avoid chemical from spilling on the skin or inhaling.