23 Sep 2019
Ref No.: 230919 (1)
UEN: S97SS0046G
Dear Valued ASPRI Members,
Protect Employees from the Effects of Haze // Industry Workshops
With the return of the haze in Singapore and the recent news1 of the PSI entering the unhealthy range, employers are reminded of their duty to protect their employees from the effects of the haze.
This will include the management of outdoor work to:
- Reduce, minimise and avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor work; and
- Implement risk mitigating measures, such as use of mechanical aids, job
- rotation, instituting indoor rest breaks, ensuring adequate hydration, etc, when the 24-hour PSI reaches Unhealthy levels.
Employers should also update their employees regularly on measures taken and obtain feedback of any adverse health effects their employees may have sustained as a result of the haze
For more information on how employers can minimise or mitigate the effects of the haze on workers, please refer to:
- MOM’s Guidelines for Employers on Protecting Employees from the Effect of Haze;
- Tripartite Advisory to Employers on Haze-related Workplace Measures; and
- MOM’s Haze-related Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1 Air quality in Singapore hits unhealthy level again after haze worsens overnight (The Straits Times, 18 Sep 2019)
Workshops
Workshop on Globally Harmonised System (GHS) for Chemical Users
| Date: | 18 October 2019 (Friday) |
| Time: | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Venue: | SCIC Training Room, JTC Summit, 8 Jurong Town Hall Road, #25-05, Singapore 609434 |
Learn the processes of chemical classification and hazards communication through use of labels and safety data sheets according to the GHS requirements.
Get more information here.
Workshop for Senior Management
| Date: | 18 October 2019 (Friday) |
| Time: | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Venue: | SISO Academy, 167 Jalan Bukit Merah Connection One, Tower 5, #02-13, Singapore 150167 |
Understand the workplace safety and health (WSH) requirements and legislation, as well as the roles and responsibilities of the management and senior management staff in ensuring safety, health and well-being of their employees.
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Future Proof your Business at iTAP 2019
| Date: | 22 – 24 October 2019 |
| Time: | 10:00am – 5:00pm |
| Venue: | Singapore Expo Hall 2 and 3, 1 Expo Drive, Singapore 486150 |
The event brings together an ecosystem of manufacturers, government agencies & businesses ranging from multinational corporations (MNC) to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to shape and support their transformation initiatives. The customised and curated unique “Learning Journey” in the event is aimed to help companies START, SCALE and SUSTAIN their adoption of Industry 4.0 processes and solutions.
Get more information here.
