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Terrain Challenges

• Geodetic engineers often work in mountainous regions or construction sites.
• Risks include falls, slips, or being struck by falling objects.

Extreme Weather Exposure

• Geodetic engineers often work outdoors in harsh weather conditions.
• Prolonged exposure can lead to heat stress, hypothermia, or dehydration.

Vibration and Noise

• Use of surveying equipment can produce high noise levels and vibrations.
• Potential hazards include hearing loss or hand-arm vibration syndrome.

Radiation Exposure

• Geodetic engineers may be exposed to low levels of ionizing radiation.
• Exposure to non-ionizing radiation from the sun during extended outdoor work.

Elimination

• The most effective control strategy is to completely eliminate the hazard from the work environment.

Substitution

• Replace a hazardous material, process, or equipment with something less dangerous.

Engineering Controls

• Isolate workers from the hazard or physically alter the workplace to minimize the risks.

Administrative Controls

• Change work practices, training, and implement procedures to reduce the risk of exposure.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• PPE serves as the last line of defense and is used when other controls cannot fully eliminate the risk.
• PPE protects workers by providing a physical barrier against hazards.

Noise Control

• Hearing protection (earplugs or earmuffs) and noise-reducing modifications to equipment.

Thermal Control

• Heat stress management programs include adequate hydration, frequent breaks in shaded areas, and appropriate clothing for temperature extremes.

Vibration Control

• Use of anti-vibration gloves and limiting exposure to vibrating tools through administrative controls like job rotation.

Radiation Protection

• Wearing sunscreen and using protective clothing for non-ionizing radiation from sunlight.

Vaccinations

• Ensuring that workers are vaccinated against diseases like tetanus and rabies.

Insect Repellents and PPE

• Using mosquito repellent and wearing long sleeves, pants, and boots to prevent bites and stings.

Hygiene Protocols

• Regular handwashing and use of sanitizers to prevent infections from bacteria and fungi.

Environmental Controls

• Ensuring that areas prone to pests are properly managed (e.g., insect control measures or rodent-proofing facilities).

Bacterial Infections

• Ensure clean, uncontaminated water supply to avoid waterborne bacterial infections.
• Use environmentally friendly cleaning products that do not promote bacterial growth.
• Install hand-washing stations and provide access to sanitizing facilities in remote field locations.
• Enforce strict personal hygiene protocols, including regular hand washing and sanitizing.
• Workers should use gloves and face masks to prevent exposure when working in areas at risk of bacterial contamination.

Government Legislation

• Laws, regulations, and statutes enacted by a governing body to regulate various aspects of society.

Constitutional Laws

• Fundamental laws that define the framework of government, its powers, and the rights of citizens

Statutory Laws

• Laws formally written and enacted by the legislative branch of government

Administrative Regulations

• Detailed rules and regulations created by government agencies to implement and enforce statutory laws

Judicial Interpretations

• Court interpretations of legislation that become part of the law, particularly when there are disputes about how to apply statutory laws

Purpose of Legislation

• Legislation is created to address specific social, economic, environmental, or political issues.

Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Standards

• Employers must identify and control hazards by applying the hierarchy of controls (elimination, substitution, engineering, administrative, and PPE).
• Mandatory training on safety procedures for workers exposed to workplace hazards.
• Employers must conduct risk assessments and implement safety management systems.
• The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has the authority to penalize employers who fail to comply with OSH standards.

DOLE Department Order No. 13

• This order specifically governs the construction industry, where many geodetic engineers work.
• Outlines detailed safety measures for construction sites, addressing hazards such as falling objects, machinery operation, and chemical exposures.

Key Provisions of DOLE Department Order No. 13

• Safety officers must be assigned to monitor and enforce safety protocols on construction sites.
• PPE must be provided to workers, including hard hats, gloves, and safety boots.
• A safety program must be implemented at all construction sites, with regular safety meetings and reporting of incidents.
• Employers must provide first aid facilities and access to healthcare for injured workers.

DOLE Department Order No. 198

• Provides the detailed implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of RA 11058.
• Outlines the responsibilities of employers, workers, and government agencies in ensuring workplace safety and industrial hygiene.