Safety Procedures Research Articles

ROADSIDE DELIGHTS: EXPLORING THE RISE AND IMPACT OF FOOD TRUCKS ON THE CULINARY LANDSCAPE IN BANGALORE

Bengaluru's food truck industry has undergone substantial changes since the end of the pandemic. Food truck owners have had to change how they provide service to their clients in response to the advent of new safety procedures. To lower the danger of transmission, several food truck businesses have switched to internet ordering and contactless payments. In order to protect the health of its patrons, food truck operators must now adhere to tougher sanitation and hygiene rules. Despite these difficulties, Bengaluru's food truck business has persisted in its growth, with several owners coming up with creative solutions to cater to the shifting consumer demands. Keywords: Online ordering, Customer needs, Hygiene, etc.,

Fire Safety Management Strategies in Selected Markets of Lusaka City

This study investigated the effectiveness of fire safety management strategies in selected markets of Lusaka city. The study employed a descriptive research design, which involved qualitative data collection and analysis. The study used purposive sampling to select markets and participants for the study. A total of 2 markets. From each market, 10 marketeers were sampled conveniently. 2 market managers were also sampled purposefully. The study collected data using two main methods: Focus Group Discussions (FGD) and in-depth interviews. The marketeers were interviewed individually and FGD guide was further administered to get more insights. This was meant to collect opinion and insights that could not be collected during interviews. The in-depth interviews were conducted with a subset of the participants to obtain more detailed and nuanced information. The data collected from the in-depth interviews and FGD were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify patterns and themes in the data. The findings of the study indicated that effective fire safety management in markets required a combination of proactive measures and emergency preparedness. Proactive measures included regular risk assessments, proper storage of flammable materials, regular maintenance of electrical systems, and the installation of fire safety equipment such as alarms and sprinklers. Emergency preparedness strategies included the creation of emergency evacuation plans, the establishment of communication protocols, and the training of market staff on fire safety procedures. The study also found that collaboration between market management, vendors, and local fire departments is crucial to effective fire safety management in markets. The study highlights the need for ongoing education and training for vendors and market staff to maintain awareness of fire safety hazards and emergency response procedures. It also underscores the importance of regular reviews and updates of fire safety management plans to ensure they remain effective and relevant. Overall, the study provides valuable insights into effective fire safety management strategies in markets, and emphasizes the need for continued attention and investment in fire safety management to protect people, property, and businesses from the devastating effects of fires.

Investigation of Normal and Abnormal States of the Molten Salt Experimental Loop Using Computational Fluid Dynamics

The Experimental Molten FLiBe Salt Loop (MSL), which was previously damaged during operation, is currently undergoing renovation using a risk-based design approach. An important part of this approach is to reliably define and explore normal and abnormal states of the MSL in order to avoid repeating such failures. A numerical model consisting of heated walls and working fluid volume was created for the ANSYS Fluent code. The quality of this model was checked, and sensitivity analysis for mesh quality was performed. Moreover, another sensitivity analysis was performed for the heat transfer coefficient between the insulation and the surrounding air. A number of different normal and abnormal states were identified, investigated, and described, including the loop filling process, regular operation with natural circulation or forced circulation, heating cutoff without draining, and insulation failure. The results of these investigations will be used for the risk-based design of the MSL renovation; for precise establishment of operation and safety limits, conditions, rules, and procedures before the MSL commissioning; and consequently, on a regular basis, for the risk-based operation, experiments, and maintenance of the MSL.

AIUM Practice Parameter for the Performance and Interpretation of Diagnostic Ultrasound of the Thyroid and Extracranial Head and Neck.

AIUM Practice Parameter for the Performance and Interpretation of Diagnostic Ultrasound of the Thyroid and Extracranial Head and Neck.

Functional outcomes after arthroscopic double button fixation of distal clavicular fractures in athletes

Distal third clavicle fractures are a frequent pathology in young, active patients, accounting for 30% of all clavicle fractures. There are several treatments available, which range from orthopedic management to surgical treatment with various options including: locking plates, tension bands and button fixation. The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical and radiologic results of a group of patients treated with the arthroscopic double button fixation technique and, secondly, to analyze the complications and the rate of return to sports. MethodsNineteen patients (15 male and 4 Female) with a mean age of 38.2 years (21–64) were included. In all cases, an arthroscopic surgery with double button fixation of the distal third of the clavicle was performed. Functional Outcomes were evaluated with the visual analog scale (VAS) for pain, the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons scale (ASES) for functional outcomes. Range of Motion (ROM) was also assessed. ResultsThe mean follow up was 27.3 months (12 to 54 months). The mean VAS was 0.63 and the mean ASES score was 94.1. The ROM was fully recovered in 17 patients (89,4%). All patients returned to regular sports practice at 3.5 months. Finally, a total of 2 complications were registered (11,6%). ConclusionThe arthroscopic double button fixation of distal clavicular fractures is a safety and reliable procedure, and it is associated with favorable functional and radiological outcomes in most patients.

UNSAFE BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS: A DEEP QUESTIONNAIRE SURVEY IN CONSTRUCTION SITES

The numerous mishaps and injuries that take place on building sites in Kerala, India, highlight the need for in-depth research to prevent similar incidents in the future. An exhaustive questionnaire survey is a method for obtaining information on accidents and injuries that provides comprehensive data to identify root causes and develop prevention strategies. With this approach, injured or accident-plagued employees are required to complete a lengthy questionnaire that asks questions about the incident's circumstances, timing, tools, directives, and safety procedures. A detailed questionnaire survey is an efficient and affordable technique to gather information that may be tailored to the unique needs of Kerala construction sites. A comprehensive questionnaire survey can be a useful tool for enhancing safety on building sites in Kerala, despite its drawbacks such as response rate and questionnaire design. The data collected can help identify areas for development and lower the frequency of accidents and injuries on construction sites.

Development of copra dryer incorporated with convective steam turbine

A convective steam turbine-powered copra dryer is an interesting concept that could potentially provide an efficient and sustainable solution for drying copra, a product derived from coconut. The use of steam turbines to power the dryer can significantly reduce energy costs and increase productivity. The main purpose of this convective steam turbine-powered copra dryer is to reduce electricity consumption. The experiment aims to test the feasibility and efficiency of convective steam turbine-powered copra dryer. A prototype of the dryer was designed, and experiments were conducted to test its performance. The experiments focused on measuring the efficiency of the turbine, the drying time of the copra, and the quality of the dried copra. The testing facility simulated the actual conditions in which the dryer would operate, and all safety procedures were followed. The results of the experiment indicated that the convective steam turbine-powered copra dryer was an efficient and sustainable solution for drying copra. The use of steam turbines to power the dryer significantly reduced energy costs and increased productivity. The quality of the dried copra met the required standards, and the overall performance of the dryer was satisfactory. The experiment provided valuable insights into the feasibility and potential of using a convective steam turbine-powered copra dryer for commercial use.

The role of safety leadership in nursing management during the pandemic

The role of safety leadership in nursing management during the pandemic

CBRN Disaster Hospital Response and Preparedness. An Italian Civilian Military Cooperation Teaching Model

Introduction:Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) emergencies need specific hospital preparedness and resource availability.Preparing to evaluate and manage victims from CBRN exposure events in one aspect of hospital preparedness, is often underestimated. Specific skills and capabilities are required to manage these events. Emergency department (ED) and hospital staff need adequate training to provide safe and effective care.Method:The Hospital Complex of Valtellina and Alto Lario (with three hospitals), in consideration of the geographic location amid mountains, far from urban hospital centers, decided to develop an intensive training program for the hospital emergency staff. Firstly, it was based on an eight-hour initial training program, using a combined civilian military approach that included hazard recognition, substance identification, site safety, response roles, PPE use, and decontamination procedures. The CBRN Operational Unit (for prevention of chemical-biological-radiological-nuclear risks) of the 1st Territorial Unit of the Auxiliary Military Corps of the Order of Malta Italy led such training session showing that a military approach to CBRN threats can be used with civilian and military competencies and tools in managing specific hazardous events hospital first responders may face.Results:A drill exercise was performed on a radiological fall-out incident to test the hospital’s emergency response staff preparedness. Hospital management and decontamination procedures were analyzed to treat victims as well as first responders and to train hospital staff with few resources available.Conclusion:Hospitals need a specific level of preparedness to enable an effective response to CBRN emergencies. Skills and competencies of military personnel can be a resource in these kinds of events to train civilian personnel who are not normally acquainted to or confident to manage this kind of CBRN events, and can represent a new model and challenge of interagency cooperation in the disaster management of complex emergencies involving hazardous materials.

Prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders in delivery personnel

Background: Musculoskeletal problems are widespread in the elderly, but they are also becoming more common in the younger population as a result of changes in lifestyle and employment. In this study we will be assessing the musculoskeletal disorders in delivery personnel. Methods: 200 delivery personnel took part in an offline survey at several e-commerce companies’ delivery hubs as part of this observational study, based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. In addition to questions from the Nordic Questionnaire, the form included basic demographic information. Results: The current study showed that the musculoskeletal pain in the last 12 months showed the prevalence was higher for lower back 60(30%) followed by 18(9%) for neck. The seven days prevalence showed 43(21.5%) for lower back followed by 11(5.5%) for neck. Prevention to do the work due to the pain in last 12 months showed highest percentage of the respondents experienced it due to lower back pain. The statistics further showed majority of people who had musculoskeletal pain from last 12 months were working for more than 8 hours per day (52.3%). Conclusions: We can conclude that MSDs are common in all three groups, namely pain in the past year, pain in the past week, and activity prevention. This incidence demonstrates that MSDs can impact delivery personnel even at younger ages, which can be avoided by reducing workload and observing adequate safety procedures while working.

ASSESSMENT OF SAFETY MANAGEMENT ATTITUDE PRACTICES TOWARD THE SAFETY CULTURE OF THE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR

A safety management attitude is essential to create a safety culture at construction sites. The construction sector was known to have a high risk of site accidents. Then, preventing the risk of accidents requires the implementation of safety culture measures. A safety culture acts as a guide to decrease the risk. This study aims to assess the safety management attitudes toward safety culture at construction sites. A sample of 376 respondents was recruited to complete the questionnaires regarding management commitment, safety procedures, and compliance with safety culture. The SPSS 24.0 and AMOS 24.0 software were used to conduct the data analysis. The findings demonstrated that management commitment, safety procedure, and safety compliance significantly and positively affected safety culture (p-value< 0.05). Thus, adequate implementation of a safety culture was ensured to decrease the accidents at the construction site and achieve zero industrial accidents.

Prevalence and determinants of occupational injuries among emergency medical technicians in Northern Ghana.

Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) are the primary providers of prehospital emergency medical services. The operations of EMTs increase their risks of being exposed to occupational injuries. However, there is a paucity of data on the prevalence of occupational injuries among EMTs in sub-Saharan Africa. This study, therefore, sought to estimate the prevalence and determinants of occupational injuries among EMTs in the northern part of Ghana. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 154 randomly recruited EMTs in the northern part of Ghana. A pre-tested structured questionnaire was used to collect data on participants' demographic characteristics, facility-related factors, personal protective equipment use, and occupational injuries. Binary and multivariate logistic regression analyses with a backward stepwise approach were used to examine the determinants of occupational injuries among EMTs. In the 12 months preceding data collection, the prevalence of occupational injuries among EMTs was 38.6%. Bruises (51.8%), and sprains/strains (14.3%) were the major types of injuries reported among the EMTs. The key determinants of occupational injury among EMTs were male sex (AOR: 3.39, 95%CI: 1.41-8.17), an absence of a health and safety committee at the workplace (AOR: 3.92, 95%CI: 1.63-9.43), absence of health and safety policy at the workplace (AOR: 2.76, 95%CI: 1.26-6.04) and dissatisfaction with health and safety measures at the workplace (AOR: 2.51, 95%CI: 1.10-5.71). In the twelve months before to the data collection for this study, the prevalence of occupational injuries among EMTs of the Ghana National Ambulance Service was high. The creation of health and safety committees, the creation of health and safety rules, and the strengthening of current health and safety procedures for EMTs are all possible ways to lessen this.

SAFETY AT THE WORKPLACE: ACADEMICS’ AWARENESS AT HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS IN MELAKA

The research was carried out to assess the academics’ awareness of occupational safety and health (OSH) at higher education institutions in Melaka. Questionnaires were the primary data collection tools used in this study. The cross-sectional design was used in this research. The survey was distributed to 200 respondents, and 151 valid responses were received from the higher education institutions in Melaka. The collected data were analysed using a structural equation modelling by partial least squares executed by the SMART-PLS software. The results showed that safety tools and equipment, safety policy, and safety procedures have a significant positive relationship with academics’ awareness at higher education institutions (p<0.05). However, safety training does not affect academics’ awareness of OSH at the workplace (p>0.05). This study enhances the OSH implementation strategies to ensure the safety of academics in the workplace. Hence, it will contribute to the development of a positive safety culture in the workplace.

A IMPORTÂNCIA DA MANOBRA DE PESO PARA A ENGENHARIA MECÂNICA

The weight handling is a fundamental technique in mechanical engineering used to move and transport heavy objects in various industries. Although this technique is widely used, improper execution can result in serious accidents and financial losses. This article discusses the importance of weight handling in mechanical engineering, its necessary equipment and components, safety techniques and procedures for its execution, and its applications in industry.

Analysis of some factors affecting the compliance with safety procedures in surgery of medical staff at Military Hospital 6, 2022

Background: Compliance with surgical safety procedures in Vietnamese hospitals is increasingly widespread and more research in this area will provide us with data on compliance with surgical procedures. Complete surgery according to the items in the surgical safety checklist, understanding the connection between the team members when performing the items in the surgical safety checklist, understanding the reasons for non-compliance and factors affecting compliance according to surgical safety checklist. The study was carried out with the goal of analyzing some factors affecting the compliance with safety procedures in surgery of medical staff at Military Medical Hospital 6 in 2022.
 Methods: With a cross-sectional descriptive study design combined with a qualitative study, it was conducted from July 2022 to October 2022 with a sample size of 225 surgeries performed at Military Hospital 6 (including 3 coronary angioplasty stenting cases and 40 breast tumor surgeries). Data were entered and processed using Epidata 3.1 and SPSS 20.0 software.
 Results and conclusions: Qualitative research shows that there are factors affecting compliance with surgical safety practices such as: the level of compliance will be enhanced with the policy of using highly qualified, experienced and qualified human resources. regular coaching and training; the number of anesthesiologists/operating tables (0.8) did not meet the requirements according to the ratio 1/1. The leadership's attention and insight about the importance and benefits of complying with regulations on surgical safety is always maintained. Therefore, the average score of medical staff at Military Hospital 6 according to a shortened scale from the set of criteria for evaluating surgical safety is quite high 4. ,51 ± 0.267 points (6). In terms of facilities, the hospital still lacks operating rooms to serve patients. The documentation system needs to be updated regularly to match reality. Supervision, inspection and reward are paid attention but not often.

Implementation of school disaster risk reduction in coastal schools: Basis for a plan of action

School Disaster Risk Reduction Management (SDRRM) plays a crucial role in ensuring that learners, teachers and other school personnel are safe on the school premises. This study evaluated how well coastal schools in Cluster VII of the Division of Pampanga, Philippines had implemented a school disaster risk reduction management system. This study used the descriptive research method. Respondents to the study were seventy-four (74) public school teachers during the school year 2020-2021. In this research, the following findings were obtained: The respondents assessed safe learning facilities, school disaster management, risk reduction and resilience education and coastal school safety procedures. However, among these categories “coastal school safety procedures” got the lowest overall mean score. Additional findings showed that there is no discernible variation in the degree of SDRRM implementation across the respondent schools. This means that these schools have uniformity in implementing school disaster risk reduction management. It is recommended that schools maintain uniformity in the implementation of DRR policies.

A Subjective Study on the Effects of Dynamic Virtual Chemistry Laboratory in a Secondary School Education

Virtual chemistry laboratories (VCLs) are the alternative solutions of the physical laboratories, where students can virtually conduct their experiments with a lower cost, and in an efficient and safer way. Considering the importance of technology-enhanced learning and that of the experimental study, several VCLs have been proposed. However, the existing VCLs are static and only provide the simulation of pre-defined experiments, procedures, or safety procedures and cannot be adapted according to the students’ level or new experimental tasks. In this paper, we proposed a dynamic virtual chemistry lab (DVCL) where instructors or experts are allowed to add a new chemical experiment by adding its apparatus, chemicals, glassware, and mechanism or add something new to its properties. We conducted a subjective study with field experts to investigate the effect of proposed DVCL in secondary school chemistry education. During evaluation, twenty-seven field experts were participated and evaluated the proposed DVCL with system usability scale (SUS)-questionnaire and by a simple questionnaire. The results showed that the proposed DVCL is very helpful for students’ performance and mental modeling and also for effortlessly uplifting their knowledge for hands-on experiments.

One-stage VATS surgery for synchronous bilateral lung lesion: a safe and feasible procedure

BackgroundSynchronous bilateral lung lesions are emerging as a common but tricky disease for surgical management. Whether one or two-stage surgery should be taken remains in debate. We retrospectively analysed 151 patients who underwent one and two-stage Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS) to investigate the safety and feasibility of the two surgical approaches.MethodsA total of 151 patients were included in the study. Propensity score matching was performed to minimize the baseline characteristics difference between one and two-stage groups. Clinical factors including in-hospital days after surgery, chest tube drainage days, types and severity of post-operative complications were compared between the two groups. Logistic univariate and multivariate analyses were used to find the risk factors for post-operative complications. Nomogram was built to select the low risk candidates for the one-stage VATS.ResultsAfter propensity score matching, 36 one-stage and 23 two-stage patients were enrolled. The age (p = 0.669), gender (p = 0.3655), smoking status (p = 0.5555), pre-operative comorbidity (p = 0.8162), surgical resection (p = 0.798) and lymph node dissection (p = 9036) were balanced between the two groups. There was no difference in post-surgery hospital days (8.67 ± 2.68 versus 8.46 ± 2.92, p = 0.7711) and chest tube retaining days (5.47 ± 2.20 versus 5.46 ± 1.95, p = 0.9772). Moreover, post-operative complications also showed no difference between one-stage and two-stage groups (p = 0.3627). Univariate and multivariate analysis revealed that advanced age (p = 0.0495), pre-surgical low haemoglobin (p = 0.045) and blood loss (p = 0.002) were risk factors for post-operative complications. Nomogram built with the three risk factors showed reasonable predictive value.ConclusionsOne-stage VATS for synchronous bilateral lung lesion patients was proved to be a safety procedure. Advanced age, pre-surgical low haemoglobin and blood loss may predict complications after surgery.

Fire Scenarios Inside a Room-and-Pillar Underground Quarry Using Numerical Modeling to Define Emergency Plans

Underground fires are still one of the most significant risks in mines today. In order to manage this risk, it is necessary to know the potential evolution of a fire and the effects it can have on people and other objects. Ventilation plays an essential role in the development of a fire; it also influences the propagation of toxic fumes and the variation of temperatures in all other areas of a mine. Currently, it is possible to jointly analyze, through numerical modeling, the ventilation circuit and a fire for different possible scenarios in order to define, in detail, the emergency plans that need to be adopted. In this paper, a numerical study was conducted via the use of Ventsim Software (an integrated mine and tunnel ventilation numerical package that is able to analyze airflows, pressures, heat, gases, and fires along all of a defined circuit over time using an iterative procedure to solve Kirchhoff’s current law). Furthermore, in this study, it is illustrated how the joint numerical modeling of the ventilation circuit and fire, when applied to an underground gypsum mine in the northwest of Italy, provides all the elements necessary to define the safety procedures that should be adopted in standard conditions as well as during an emergency due to a fire. More specifically, it was possible to identify suitable escape routes depending on the location of the possible fire and the time available for the staff to be able to evacuate safely.

SCHOOL PERSONNEL PREPAREDNESS ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF FACE-TO-FACE LEARNING MODALITY

The study was limited to determining the level of preparedness of schools in implementing face to face learning modality at the Victoria sub office of Laguna for the academic year 2022-2023. The focused of the study is intended only to 55 school personnel in the Victoria Sub Office. level of school personnel readiness on the implementation of face-to-face modality with regards to School Personnel Readiness School Physical Facility Protective Measures and Safety Procedure and Schools Supplies and Materials. The status of Face-to-Face modality in terms of School Contingency Plan, Work Arrangement Plan, Classroom Lay-out Structure, School Traffic Management, Learning Resource, Schools Stakeholders Support and Safety School Personnel and Learners. The school personnel readiness has significant relationship to the face-to-face modality of elementary school in Victoria sub office. The study utilized the descriptive study of research with the survey as the primary data gathering tool. It is interesting to note that significant correlations exist between the level of school readiness in terms of school personnel readiness and the status of face-to-face modality in terms of work arrangement plan and learning resources On the other hand, school personnel readiness has no significant correlation in School stake holder support in terms of stakeholder support .It important to note that significant correlations exist between the level of school readiness in terms of school physical facilities and the status of face-to-face modality in terms of school traffic management. On the other hand, there is no significant link between stakeholder support and school staff readiness. It important to note that significant correlations exist between the level of school readiness in terms of protective measures and safety procedures and the status of face-to-face modality in terms of contingency. It is interesting to note that significant correlations exist between the level of school readiness in terms of schools supplies and materials and the status of face-to-face modality in terms of contingency plan. It is concluded that based on the result there is a significant relationship between school preparedness and the status of face-to-face modality. This means that school reopening for face-to-face interactions must be carefully planned to ensure the safety of students as well as teachers and school staff in a staged manner, especially in the aftermath of physical distancing. School health protocols for conducting face-to-face classes must be properly planned in accordance with national and international requirements. School heads are tasked with creating networks between the school and the community and encouraging teachers organizations, non-academic staff at public schools, and parents-teachers-community associations to actively participate. Based on the result it is recommended that school facilities may have properly ventilated, acoustics and noise, access to natural lighting, temperature control, flexible and open workspaces, building condition and aesthetics, and classroom size. Teacher can attend seminars in conducting new normal education ensure that they are prepared in conducting face to face classes. Stakeholders should give their full support in the implementation of face to face to achieve the success of the new normal education. There should be related studies in conducting new normal education to improve and have innovation in the new normal.