Introduction
A group of 5 students in semester 7 of the
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
(Manufacturing) from the Occupational Safety
and Health (MEM603) class group A
participated in an industrial visit to MFORCE
BIKE HOLDINGS SDN BHD, which is located at
Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang. The company
specialized in the assembly of SYM motorcycles
and scooters in Malaysia. SYM is a motorcycle
brand from the Sanyang Motor Co. Ltd, a
company based in Taiwan.
OBJECTIVE
To design and develop the complete
Occupational safety and health program for
an industrial organization.
To apply the theories and knowledge
gained from lecture in an industrial
environment.
During our visit at the SYM Factory, we had observed some safety facilities
that are provided by the company. For example:
Fire Sprinkler
Discharges water when the effects of a fire
have been detected
Smoke Detector
Smoke detector is a device that senses
smoke, typically as an indicator of fire
In order to improve the quality of safety at the factory, there are some
facilities that could be provided or improved by the SYM Factory.
1. LIFTING EQUIPMENT
- The frames were lifted by had from the trolley to the assembly line.
This can increase muscle strain and also risk of falling due to
improper handling.
Recommendation
The use of hoist can reduce the risk of frames falling to the floor or
worker.
A hoist is a device used for lifting or lowering a load
Train all the users, particularly in the use of sling where necessary
Always ensure that the weight and distribution of load is not beyond
the capacity of equipment being used.
2. NOISE CONTROL
- The tools that the workers use such as the air gun produces a
loud noise.
- Exposure to high levels of noise can cause permanent hearing
loss
Recommendation
SYM Factory could provide personal protective equipment
(PPE) headset as methods to overcome noise control
Recommendation
Housekeeping
- Good housekeeping is the first and the most important level of
preventing falls due to slips and trips. It includes:
cleaning all spills immediately
mopping or sweeping debris from floors
removing obstacles from walkways and always keeping them free
of clutter
keeping working areas and walkways well lit
.Flooring
- Changing or modifying walking surfaces is the next level of
preventing slip and trips. Recoating or replacing floors and
installing mats can further improve safety and reduce risk of falling.
Daily Routine
OSH Documentation
Level 1
Level 2
Procedures
Level 3
and forms
Level 4
Records
Organisi
ng
Audit
Planning &
Implement
ation
Measuri
ng
Perform
ance
Reviewin
g
Perform
ance
Safety Procedure
Wear appropriate clothes given by
the company.
Focus when working at the
assembly line.
Supervisors monitoring workers
health and workplace conditions.
Safety Committee
Committee Members:
Management Representatives
Employee Representatives
Co-opted workers & others
Frequency of Meetings
Every Monday, every week.
Awareness/Training
Inspection Procedure
Application of PPE
Gloves
Safety Boot
Protections
Safety Helmets
Safety Apron
Safety Goggles
Ear
Notification Warning
Fire Alarm
Fire Alarm Switch
Fire
Strobe
Light
FIRE
Fire Fighting
- Small fire
- Fire extinguisher at workplace
-Inspect regularly to keep in good
working condition
Fire evacuations
Assemble at evacuation assembly
point
Check employees have escaped safely
FIRE PROCEDURE
Sound fire alarm and alert all workers to
evacuate
Alert fire brigade
Leave buiding immediately( escape
route)
Assemble with other staff at evacuation
assembly point
Inform firefighters of the situation
First person nears victim must confirm exact location of the affected and
the nature of the incident.
Report the details to the Supervisor.
Send the victim to the designated Assembly Area.
Confirm details of incident (name, organisation of person(s), nature of
injury/illness).
Notify relevant section manager as soon as possible.
When a patient is transported to hospital, a person from the same
organisation and known to the patient should proceed to the hospital.
Reporting and notification refer to the Reporting injuries and fatalities
procedure
First aid
Minor injuries
Preventing further complications from injury
Facilities Costs
Accidential Prevention
Air compressor
Motor: 7.5kw / 10hp
Working Pressure (kg/cm): 12 Bar
(Max. 16 Bar)
Compressor Speed
850 rpm
Tank Capacity: 237 Liter
Compressor Block Physical
Dimension
(L x W x H): 700mm x 460mm x
560mm
Weight: 262 kg
Dimension: 1470mm x 650mm x
1150mm
Price: RM 10,600/unit
Accidential Prevention
Metal table
Price: RM200/unit
Accidential Prevention
Accidential Prevention
Price: RM28,000/unit
Planning
costs
Accident Prevention
Hired OSH officer
Planning cost
RM 42,000.00per year
Safety audit
Safe handling of forklift truck
Welder
PPE training
HIRARC training
RM 4,000.00
Incident
costs
Incident
Consequence
Estimated cost
RM 500.00
Uncovered machine
RM 10,000.00
RM 30,000.00
Damage hearing,
hearing loss
RM 50,000.00
Frequent lifting
Difficulties when
incident occur
RM 100,000.00
RM 10 000.00
RM 8000.00
RM 30 000.00
RM 10 800.00
RM 5000.00
RM 8000.00
RM 50 000.00
RM 8000.00
RM 100 000.00
RM 10 000.00
Frequent lifting
Using hand tools
RM 20 000.00
RM 15 000.00
RM 500.00
RM 400.00
Stairs-Frayed Carpet
Slips and trips
RM 2000.00
RM 9000.00
RM 1000.00
RM 500.00
At
doorways
(rain),
spillages
Improperly cleaning chip RM 500.00
RM 200.00
Conclusion
From the industrial visit, we were able to
understand how Occupational Safety and Health is
applied in the company. Other than that, we were
also able to identify the hazards that are involved in
the manufacturing site and also how the company is
able to prevent the hazards from happening.
Overall, the company practices safe working
environment, although there are room for
improvements. In conclusion, this visit provided us
a better understanding on the use of Occupational
Safety and Health in the workplace.