Personal protective equipment (PPE) is needed by workers to maintain security and safety in a risky work environment. This is because there are many potential hazards in the work environment, for example the fall of heavy objects, injury by production machinery, or exposure to chemicals. Companies need to exercise control to help workers avoid injuries, illnesses, and other potential hazards in the work environment. To protect workers from hazards in the workplace, companies also need to create a safe and healthy work environment. Controlling Potential Dangers in the Work Environment The best way to control potential hazards at work is to control the source. This can be done by companies by managing or eliminating sources of danger as much as possible. Some things the company can do are: Eliminating, replacing, or redesigning factors that could be a potential source of danger. Replace or modify dangerous equipment and materials. Change the way and work processes. If some of ...
One of the health problems associated with the aging process is visual impairment. This is common because aging causes a decrease in the function of various body organs, such as the nervous system, heart and blood vessels, and sensory organs, including the eyes. Visual impairment can make it difficult for sufferers to carry out daily activities, risk of injury due to falls, even depression due to this limitation. Vision Disorders in the Elderly Some visual impairments that are often found in the elderly are: 1. Cataracts Cataract is a condition that causes the lens to become cloudy, so that sufferers experience: Blurred vision (such as seeing smoke or clouds or faded colors) Inability to see in low light Glare when you see the light Double vision 2. Presbyopia Presbyopia is a short-term visual impairment due to decreased elasticity of the lens and function of the eyeball muscles as we age. Complaints that are usually experienced are: Decreased ability to see at close r...