China Detains Nine Managers After Plant Collapse Kills 74
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Nov 27, 2016
Construction scaffolding collapses, killing 74 at Chinese power plant - World Socialist Web Site
Construction scaffolding collapses, killing 74 at Chinese power plant - World Socialist Web Site
It is reported that during construction work in a power plant, a tower crane collapsed. This caused a 70 m high scaffolding collapse leading to more than 74 deaths and injuries to others. Reports say 90% of the workers at site died in the accident. The accident occurred during shift changeover at about 0730 hr, resulting in more deaths.
Speeding up of the work, possibly with bypassing of safety procedures to cut costs appears to be the cause, as per the reports.
One has to know that safety is not cost addition, but a cost saving measure. Any work completed without accidents by safety procedure violations, is only by luck. And, one can't depend on luck for ever. Companies will face the consequences leading to closures with this type of attitude.
One can sacrifice productivity, but not safety of persons.
It is stated that in the year 2015, about 66000 persons died in the country during industrial accidents at 181 per day (appears exaggerated, but reports say so).
13 persons were arrested in connection of with this accident as per the report.
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/world/chinese-officials-detain-13-construction-accident-kills-74-article-1.2887359
Photos of the scene can be seen in the link above.
It is reported that during construction work in a power plant, a tower crane collapsed. This caused a 70 m high scaffolding collapse leading to more than 74 deaths and injuries to others. Reports say 90% of the workers at site died in the accident. The accident occurred during shift changeover at about 0730 hr, resulting in more deaths.
Speeding up of the work, possibly with bypassing of safety procedures to cut costs appears to be the cause, as per the reports.
One has to know that safety is not cost addition, but a cost saving measure. Any work completed without accidents by safety procedure violations, is only by luck. And, one can't depend on luck for ever. Companies will face the consequences leading to closures with this type of attitude.
One can sacrifice productivity, but not safety of persons.
It is stated that in the year 2015, about 66000 persons died in the country during industrial accidents at 181 per day (appears exaggerated, but reports say so).
13 persons were arrested in connection of with this accident as per the report.
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/world/chinese-officials-detain-13-construction-accident-kills-74-article-1.2887359
Photos of the scene can be seen in the link above.
Aug 29, 2016
Need for fire NOC should be made compulsory for all buildings irrespective of heights and nature of activities
As per legislations, generally, fire no objection certificate (NOC) is issued by concerned fire service department, if the height of the building is above 15 m.
However, this requirement needs to be changed to all buildings, irrespective of height and use.
Many fire incidents are attributed to short circuits, as we read from news papers.
Some incidents are due to materials handled in the buildings, and these buildings / dwellings are not necessarily above 15 m height.
Many use part of the house/commercial complex as storage of substances, solvents, fire crackers, etc legally / illegally.
Some may not intend to use the building initially for dangerous substances, but later on, may use for the same. The initial conditions are not valid, later.
All the above, make one to feel it necessary for legislations that require fire NOC, apart from other requirements, mandatory.
However, this requirement needs to be changed to all buildings, irrespective of height and use.
Many fire incidents are attributed to short circuits, as we read from news papers.
Some incidents are due to materials handled in the buildings, and these buildings / dwellings are not necessarily above 15 m height.
Many use part of the house/commercial complex as storage of substances, solvents, fire crackers, etc legally / illegally.
Some may not intend to use the building initially for dangerous substances, but later on, may use for the same. The initial conditions are not valid, later.
All the above, make one to feel it necessary for legislations that require fire NOC, apart from other requirements, mandatory.
Aug 26, 2016
Do not ignore leg pain - it can be the deadly peripheral arterial disease (PAD)
Smokers, heart patients, hypertension persons, diabetics may get PAD. Arteries in the leg get clogged, limiting blood flow. This may lead to pain.
Regular checkups are suggested.
Details can be seen here.
Aug 21, 2016
LPG explosion during welding inside a pipeline
While doing welding inside a pipeline below the ground level, with LPG gas cylinder outside at ground level, there was an explosion inside the pipeline. Unable to escape, four persons inside suffered burns. One person received 87% burns.
The reasons for gas leakage into the pipeline are not known. Poor quality of hoses, not following confined work procedures (like checking the flammable atmosphere, oxygen levels, having arrangement for emergency escape, buddy system), etc can be possible reasons.
The report can be read from the link below.
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad/Four-welders-suffer-burn-injuries/articleshow/53757037.cms
Aug 8, 2016
Some thoughts on weight reduction
My understanding on weight reduction (based on my experience, thoughts and self interpretation - need
not be correct):
1. We can’t reduce our weight overnight. We abused our body
by having so called enjoyment for years and in return gained the weight.
Therefore, we have to work for getting rid of the same. It will take less time compared
the period of weight gain.
2. Exercise should not be thought of as a painful activity.
Initially, it may look so, but I started liking it and got addicted later.
3. Fast reduction in weight may lead to gain in weight also,
if we stop working for it.
4. Our body should be coached / tuned gradually about our
intentions by diet control and exercise. I mean this as slowly reducing the
stomach size by reducing our intake very slowly. If we start starving, we may
eat more also thus opposite consequences will be there.
5. Dieting does not mean fasting.
6. Fasting may lead to acidity and other problems.
7. For weekly fasting, if being done, we can follow what our
ancestors advised i.e instead of keeping empty stomach, we can fill it with
fruits like watermelon, papaya, banana, apples, etc
8. Taking only water instead of food is not correct method
of weight loss programme. It may lead to calcium loss resulting in weak bones
and joint problems.
9. There may or may not be desired reduction in weight or
there may be short / long periods of little or no change in weight inspite of
our best efforts. But, we should not get despaired. I underwent this
experience. I had weight stagnation durations for 30-45 days, sometimes,
particularly in the range of 75-77 kg. But, we should continue our efforts and
we can definitely reach our goal, if not in the desired period, but somewhat at
a later period. Heavens will not fall as already we have carried our weight for
much longer periods.
10. We need not try all available methods learnt from
internet/experts/friends/ books, simultaneously. This may lead to unknown
complications. Better to consult a doctor, before starting a method.
Jul 17, 2016
Explosion in petrol pump - tank thrown 500 m away
In an explosion in petrol pump, the tank was thrown 500 m away, captured by a passerby in mobile.
One person died and 17 injured in the incident. Flying of the tank can be seen in the video linked above.
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