Observing the traits of shopfloor personnel for safety

Persons behave differently when they are alone or in their known circle, and in another fashion when present with unknown persons. In the first instance, a carefree attitude can be seen while in the later case, generally, it is composed, well mannered.

Apart from these, we can also check the way logbooks/reports are scribbled or made and this too can give a hint about the type of person we are examining. If details are not included or are evasive or little, this may be an indication that the person is either not attentive or there is something hidden. 

The same may be the case with respect to handwriting. Several years ago, I had gone through a book on graphology where it is stated that the opinion of graphologists is taken into account by the court of law for the land. 

Maybe we have to observe the manner in which a person talks (face reading). 

And, then coupled with our knowledge and experience, we can have an assessment of the persons engaged in the shopfloor and take a decision on whether to continue or change the person for good.

Safety in pressure systems - Personal Protective Equipment list gets extended

Hazards are more in pressure systems with the possibility of explosion/bursting. Pneumatic pressure is more harmful compared to hydraulic pressure. But, both are dangerous. 

It is the common and minimum standard for any worker to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) like, safety shoes and a helmet while working, but, I heard that the use of a face shield also is a new addition made to protect the person from flying particles/objects/splash, etc

Now, as mentioned above, pressure systems can cause bursting/flying particles/splash, etc, and compulsory use of face shields will help the workplace personnel from exposure to hazards.

Supervision

In any sport like football, hockey, or cricket, the players after entering the field gather together briefly, possibly getting instructions/strategy for the game ahead.

In the workplace also, I felt this is required, particularly for contract labor with instructions from the supervisor for the work. The supervisor will not be able to be present at all times in all works, but his instructions about the work, work procedure, hazards, protective measures, etc will help in the execution of the work safely.

People find excuses for not being able to monitor the work, complain about the workload, non-cooperation, etc. But, it is the supervisor's responsibility to ensure safety and should have proper plan for it.