OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

(OPM538)

INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENT 1:
JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS

PREPARED FOR:
MR MOHAMMAD ROZAIDI MOHD SHARI 
 
 
PREPARED BY:
NUR LYANA SHARIN BINTI MUHAMAD ROSLAN
201965464
BA232 3D

DATE OF SUBMISSION:
10 MAY 2020
1.0 Identify any working situation in the workplace.

A surgeon. The surgeon is responsible for the patient's preoperative diagnosis,

conducting the surgery and providing postoperative surgical care and treatment for the patient.
The surgeon is also known as the surgical team leader. The surgeon must make important
decisions about the fitness, safety and wellbeing of the patient during an operation. In addition,
the surgeon must work to ensure cooperation among the other members of the surgical team,
which usually involves another surgeon or professional individual who serves as assistant to the
surgeon, anesthesiologist, and nurses in the operating room.

1.1 Analyse steps in job design.

The first thing they will do is wash their hands hygienically before gloving and clean their
hands again after removing the gloves and before moving on to the next patient. Next, surgeons
wear waterproof boots as a preventive measure against blood, puss and amniotic fluid
contamination. When entering the operating room or intensive care unit they always use shoe
coverings. Using special medical boots or shoes, as an alternative. Surgeons are always
ensured to wear their operating cap. In surgery, the operating cap minimizes the chance of hair
falling into the sterile area. Before continuing they must ensure all of their hair is covered by the
surgical mask. It is also important for them to wear a visor (face shield) or mask and eye
protection to protect mucous membranes in the eyes, nose, and mouth during procedures. The
surgeon must wear a waterproof apron to cover themselves. During surgical procedures sterile
surgical gowns are one of the most essential protective products. Dispose of dirty gloves in a
designated refuse bin intended for medical waste.

1.2 Analyse and recognize element of hazard in each step

Being struck by falling objects or debris. Impacts and collisions. Breathing in

contaminated air. Cuts and punctures. Chemical burns. Exposure to excessive noise or
vibration. Projectiles or chemicals harming the eyes.

1.3 Identify ways to control the hazard in the workplace.

Elimination (including substitution): remove the hazard from the workplace, or substitute
(replace) hazardous materials or machines with less hazardous ones. Engineering Controls:
includes designs or modifications to plants, equipment, ventilation systems, and processes that
reduce the source of exposure. Administrative Controls: controls that alter the way the work is
done, including timing of work, policies and other rules, and work practices such as standards
and operating procedures (including training, housekeeping, and equipment maintenance, and
personal hygiene practices). Personal Protective Equipment: equipment worn by individuals to
reduce exposure such as contact with chemicals or exposure to noise.