Determination of Hazard in Captive Hotel
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This study is to identify the critical risk in cleaning process at the laundry area by using Semi-Quantitative Risk Assessment Matrix. In the identification of hazard, observation at the workplace, semi-structure interviewed four workers who are an expert in the respective area and reviewed for publication report from authorities’ bodies used as an input in risk assessment. The possibility of fingers caught into the flatwork iron (risk value: 9) has been identified the most critical risk. The appropriate risk control was isolation, engineering controls, administrative controls and personal protective equipment. This study may help employer be more proactive in ensuring the safety and health of workers.
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