ISSUE 4

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  1 July 2014
Latest HSE Statistics YTD 30 June
  2013 2014
Workplace fatalities
1 1
Non-work related fatalities
4 0
Non-accidental deaths (NADs)
3 10
Lost Time Injuries (LTIs)
22 24
All injuries (excluding first aid cases)
84 79
Motor Vehicle Incidents (MVIs)
71 43
Roll over - MVIs
21 13
Serious MVIs
N/A 16
Lost Time Injury Frequency (LTIF)
0.28 0.31
Life Saving Rules Violations YTD 30 June
Journey management
38
Speeding
30
Seatbelts
28
Overriding safety device
1
Working at heights
0
Permit
0
Confined space
0
Lock out tag out
0
Drugs and alcohol
0
Gas testing
0
Latest Class A/B Violations YTD 30 June
Class A
111
Class B
1961
HSE TIP
 
Regular health checks can help detect health problems early, when your chances for treatment and cure are better. Take charge of your health and book health check appointment.
 
 
 

Important News

   
 

Do you remember back in 2010 we reminded everyone of the importance of not forgetting medical checkups and invited you all to check out your health with a medical?  Well now we have invested and enhanced our facilities with new advanced lab equipment which includes heart diagnostic equipment so we can diagnose the health of your heart from within PDO.

It is so important to keep a track of your health but the statistic s that we keep suggest that some are not getting the message with periodic medicals decreasing whilst our workforce size is increasing.

 

Do you remember back in 2010 we reminded everyone of the importance of not forgetting medical checkups and invited you all to check out your health with a medical?  Well now we have invested and enhanced our facilities with new advanced lab equipment which includes heart diagnostic equipment so we can diagnose the health of your heart from within PDO.

It is so important to keep a track of your health but the statistic s that we keep suggest that some are not getting the message with periodic medicals decreasing whilst our workforce size is increasing.

 

What You Need to Know

 
 
Ramadan Safety Tips:

Please remember that during Ramadan our daily routines are altered, especially for those who fast and who can suffer from low blood sugar levels and dehydration. In addition, short nights mean less sleep which can lead to fatigue, inevitable distraction and stress. Thus, I urge you all to be extra cautious while driving on the roads. Traffic-jams are also common before “Iftar” (breaking of the fast at Sunset). It is important to follow journey management procedures, avoiding unnecessary journeys, buckle up and avoid driving when tired or distracted.

First Aid Training:

The PDO medical team in Qarn Alam and Marmul have initiated and conducted first Aid refresher trainings for PDO and contractors first Aiders, apart from the purpose of maintaining the skills, the refresher training is expected to instill confidence and enhance the performance of First Aiders in use of defibrillators and providing the right first aid treatment at the right time

Upcoming Events:
  1. HSE TL Quarterly Meeting
  2. Life Saving Rules Campaign
  3. PIM Gate Keeper Training
  4. Contract Holders Training
 














ISSUE 4

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  1 July 2014
             
 

In today’s modern age, our lifestyle, daily stresses and environmental factors can lead to new health issues not experienced by previous generations. Early medical checks are essential to avoid any health issues getting larger and more complicated. PDO has suffered ten deaths from medical conditions since the start of the year and some were due to chronic medical conditions that if detected and treated may have saved their lives

 

 

If your blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol are abnormally high then you might need medication and changes to your lifestyle to cope. Serious medical condition such as cancers can remain dormant for years may also be discovered during routine checkups. Six people in PDO benefited from having their cancer diagnosed early due to their interest in their health and attending a medical checkup.

 

 

To reflect the importance of such a good practice, periodic medical checkups are now compulsory and it is even more important if you are interior based as the hospital can be a long way away when you need it.  We would like everyone to be proactive and  book for the medical check through the MAF or any interior clinics. Don’t rely on a reminder as the old system is being upgraded and is out of action

Spread the word with your friends and colleagues and get booked into a medical for your health.

 

 

     
       
     

For more information or back issues, please access www.pdo.co.om/hseforcontractors or email Nasra Maamery (MSE/51)