Rights and responsibilities

I attended a program on the occasion of 134th birth anniversary of Dr B.R.Amdekar. Dr N.Siddoji Rao, Academic Director, Government of Andhra Pradesh in his address made an important statement which is applicable even in safety field. He has come up by undergoing all sufferings in his life and his speech was very good and highly motivational.

He stated that while many ask for their rights, very few take responsibility and accountability. Applying to safety in work place, while we are right in asking for a safe work place, it is also our responsibility that we follow safe procedures, ensure safe working conditions without bypassing or defeating safety systems, check for availability of safety systems provided before starting a work, use personal protective equipment provided, undergo training in all sincerity to understand and implement instead of mere attendance or like a leisure period, report lapses or nearmisses in the work area so as to take action for safety, etc.

Who is your boss at work?

Yesterday,  I had an opportunity to listen to two great personalities during a  program on World Health Day. The first was a renowned orthopedic Dr Aditya Kapoor,  Director,  Omega Hospital,  Hyderabad. He delivered a talk on, "Healthy bones and joints in elderly". One point I noted is that direct exposure of arms and feet to sunlight for about 10-20 minutes gives more Vitamin D than other forms of intake. He also stressed upon importance of ergonomics for a healthy worker.

Another expert, I listened to is, Former Chairman and Chief Executive,  Nuclear Fuel Complex,  75 year old, looks healthy and fit than many youngsters. During his address,  he stated that he had three bosses at work. One is, superior to whom he reported.  Other two were, Safety and Quality personnel. Last two personnel are important and their decisions were taken seriously to ensure Safety for workmen and to ensure delivery of product meeting customer requirement for safe use down the line.

Such a statement from a person who served the organization in highest position is truly an encouragement for all professionals.

Nothing to add further.