WSH Dialogue on Electrical Safety
10 May 2024 Forum Past Event Electrical Safety
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Date:
21 Oct 2021
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Time:
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Location:
Zoom -
Spots Available:
200
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Event resources:
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Held on 21 October 2021, the WSH Dialogue on Electrical Safety aimed to remind the industry of safe practices on electrical safety and measures that companies can take to ensure a safe workplace for workers. More than 200 participants attended the virtual dialogue, organised by the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Council and supported by the Energy Market Authority (EMA).
Er. Yeo Cheng Hee, Deputy Director of the Inspectorate Department from EMA, kicked off the session with an insightful sharing on high voltage electrical maintenance and safety issues. He also shared important compliance and prevention measures which stakeholders would need to take note of and past case studies for learning.
The panel discussion saw a lively exchange and sharing of best practices and measures that could be implemented at the workplace. The panellists, which consisted of a diverse group of experts from fields ranging from the electrical field, WSH, academia and labour movement, shared the following key takeaways:
- Do not be hasty when completing work. Think twice as if each time is the first when carrying out tasks. Do not be complacent but be safe.
- Avoid falling into a normalised routine or taking shortcuts. Consider carrying out a ‘last-minute’ risk assessment so as not to miss any details.
- Harness technology to unlock more possibilities when carrying out maintenance work.
- Upgrade yourselves constantly to build up your electrical core competencies and WSH knowledge to remain relevant and be aware of the latest developments in the industry.
Visit the WSH Council website to find out more about electrical safety.
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