Advanced Incident Management PDF

Advanced incident management Name (s) and Surname: Collen Themba Mabunda Assessment number : 02 Unique number : 853361 Module code : SMA 3702 Due date : 28 August 2024  Declaration of own work I declare that the material which I no...

Advanced incident management Name (s) and Surname: Collen Themba Mabunda Assessment number : 02 Unique number : 853361 Module code : SMA 3702 Due date : 28 August 2024  Declaration of own work I declare that the material which I now submit for assessment is entirely my own work and has not been taken from the work of others. Work that was constructed from other sources has been duly referenced. Full name and Surname: Collen Themba Mabunda Student number: 49484419 Signature: CT. Mabunda Cellphone number: 073 615 0390 Section B : Article 1 Question 1 1.1, The negative impact that high levels of OHS incidents may have on individuals, as outlined in the article: 1. According to the article by Esterhyzen (2022), individuals can experience significant adverse effects from high levels of Occupational Health and Safety Incidents, including: 1. Physical harm Injuries, sickness, and even death can occur as a result of workplace health and safety incidents, impacting individuals’ physical health and overall quality of life. 2. Psychological trauma OHS incidents can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), affecting the financial stability and security of individuals. 3. Financial implications OHS incidents can damage relationships with family, friends, and colleagues, resulting in social isolation and reduced social support networks. 4. Career impact OHS incidents can hinder individuals, career progression, job stability, and general employability, resulting in enduring professional repercussions. 5. Decreased job satisfaction OHS incidents can lead to decreased job satisfaction, reduced motivation, and higher turnover rates, impacting individuals’ overall well-being and work performance. 6. Reduced quality of life OHS incidents may lead to a lower quality of life affecting an individuals’ ability to engage in daily tasks, interests, and social engagements. The negative impacts of these adverse effects underscore the necessity of making occupational health and safety a top priority to avoid accidents and maintain a secure work environment. 1.2 Difference between safety culture and Organizational culture: 1. Safety culture - Safety culture is a component of Organizational culture that is dedicated to values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours related to safety. It also includes collective understanding and actions that focus on safety like incident reporting, adhering to procedures, and continuous improvement. 2. Organizational culture - Organizational culture comprise of common values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours that shape an organization’s identity and influence the actions of its members. It also impacts how employees view and react to different situations, such as safety. 1.3, What the Compensation for Occupational Diseases such as Covid-19 entails in terms of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act 130 of 1993: The Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act 130 of 1993 COIDA provides Compensation for employees who contract Occupational Diseases, including Covid-19. 1. COIDA includes medical costs related to the diagnosis, treating, and rehabilitation of COVID-19, such as hospitalization, medication, and medical procedures. If an employee cannot work because of COVID- 19, they are eligible to receive temporary disability benefits. In cases where an employee experiences permanent disabilities because of Covid-19, their dependents could get a one-time payment or monthly pension. Lastly, COIDA provides coverage for funeral costs up to a specific limit incase an employee dies due to Covid-19. 1.4, Summary of the main points from the section in the article related to the international and national OHS context: 1. International context - International Labour Organization (ILO) is involved in global initiatives to tackle OHS issues. - Focusing on establishing a culture of prevention and protection. - Significance of Occupational Health and Safety management systems, such as ISO 45001.  2. National context - OHS regulations are in line with international standards, like the ILO’s Occupational Safety and Health Convention - The Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 establishes the legislative structure for Occupational health and safety. - The South African National Standard for OHS management systems ( SANS 45001) is in accordance with ISO 45001. - COIDA offers compensation for injuries and diseases that occur in the workplace. - The Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) enforces Occupational Health and Safety regulations. 3. Alignment with global measures: South Africa’s Occupational Health and Safety guidelines and practices are in accordance with the best practices followed globally. Focus on evaluating risks, recognizing hazards, and implementing control measures Importance of employee involvement, training, and awareness along with consistent monitoring and evaluation of Occupational Health and Safety performance. - South Africa’s goal is to create a healthy workplace, prevent workplace injuries and illnesses, and promote a culture of prevention and protection by following international standards. 1.5, According to the article, the author’s conclusion is that small business owners/managers view OHS compliance as : 1. Burdensome - Small businesses owners and managers consider OHS compliance to be a cumbersome bureaucratic task that distracts them from their main business operations ( Esterhyzen, 2022 ). 2. Costly - They view adherence to OHS regulations as expensive, in terms of both time and resources. 3. Lacking clarity - Small business owners/managers struggle to comprehend OHS regulations and guidelines due to their lack of clarity. 4. Insufficient support - They believe that they are not getting enough assistance or direction from regulatory bodies or industry associations to ensure follow rules. Section C: article 2 Question2 2.1, The importance of learning from accident cases to prevent incidents from reoccurring, as outlined in the article: Learning from accident cases is essential in order to avoid the repetition of incidents, as detailed in the article, for various reasons: 1. Identify root causes - Analyzing accident cases assists in pinpointing root causes and contributing factors, enabling targeted prevention measures ( Esterhyzen, 2022). 2. Lessons learned - Analyzing accident cases offers important insights that can guide safety enhancements and avoid repeated incidents ( Health and Safety Executive, 2020 ). 3. Improved risk assessment - Analyzing accident cases helps improve risk assessment by identifying hazards that were not previously recognized or were underestimated ( International Labour Organization, 2019). 4. Enhanced safety measures - Studying accident cases results in enhanced safety measures, including updated procedures, additional training, or new safety protocols ( National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, 2020 ). 5. Reducing repeat incidents - Analyzing accidents cases aids in preventing future incidents by identifying root causes and implementing effective controls? Esterhyzen, 2022 ). - By studying accident cases, organizations can lower the chances of similar incidents happening promoting a safer work environment and ensuring the well-being of employees. 2.2, The current state of safety planning strategies of hazard identification as highlighted in the prescribed article: Trans et al.’s (2020) article discusses the present status of safety planning methods for identifying hazards in the following manner: 1. Traditional methods Existing methods for identifying hazards primarily depend on traditional approaches like checklists, safety inspections, and expert opinions, which may not offer thorough or efficient results. 2. Failure to incorporate digital technologies Many safety planning strategies do not make full use of digital technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and data analysis, which have the ability to improve hazard identification and safety planning efforts. 3. Need for proactive approaches The article highlights the importance of implementing preventive safety planning strategies that can forecast and avert hazards, instead of just responding to occurrences. 4. Significance of combining 4D BIM with analysis of accident cases The authors suggest combining 4D BIM and Accident Case Analysis to enhance hazard identification and safety planning, through the examination of spatial-temporal factors and lessons from previous accidents. In general, the article indicates that current safety planning methods for identifying hazards are restricted and should be improved by utilizing digital technologies and proactive approaches to achieve better results 2.3, The difference between Real, Unacceptable and Potential safety hazards: 1. Real safety hazards - Real safety hazards refer to current possible situations, events, or actions that have the potential to result in injury, harm, or damage to the surroundings. 2. Unacceptable safety hazards - They are described as situations, circumstances, or actions that have a high risk of harm, injury, or illness to individuals as well as damaging property or harm to the environment , and are considered unacceptable or intolerable. 3. Potential safety hazards - They are conditions, circumstances, or activities that have the potential to cause harm, injury, or illness to people, damage to property, or harm to the environment, but have not yet led to a negative outcome.  Reference (s) 1. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). (n.d). Hazard identification and risk assessment. 2. Trans, S.V.T., Khan, N., Lee, D., & Park, C. (2021). A hazard identification approach of integrating 4D BIM and Accident Case Analysis of Spatial-Temporal exposure. Sustainability, 13 (4), 2211. 3. Esterhyzen, E. (2022). Occupational Health and Safety in small businesses: The rationale behind8.1 compliance. African Journal of Business Ethics, 16 (1), 42-51. 4. Reason, J. (1997). Managing the risks of Organizational accidents. Ashgate. 8.2 Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org)  Index of comments 8.1 no brackets for the year of publication, journal name to be in italics, 2 marks deducted 8.2 kindly review the Harvard referencing method Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org)