WSH Guidelines Preparing Adverse Weather

What is WSH Guidelines 

WSH Guidelines showcased workplace safety and health best practices and WSH program for controlling workplace hazards and improving occupational health for various industry and program 

WSH Guidelines on Preparing for Adverse Weather

The following adverse weather conditions are covered in this guidelines:

• Strong winds

• Heavy rainfall/flooding

• Lightning

• Heatwaves

• Haze

The guidelines cover the following phases:

• Assessing the impact of an adverse weather condition, and planning the responses to the adverse weather condition.

• Executing preparation works and responses when an impending adverse weather condition is detected.

• Recovering of workplaces and conducting inspections/checks to safely resume work.

The scenarios, hazards and measures shared in this guidelines are non-exhaustive. Companies should monitor the weather and conduct site-specific risk assessments for all relevant work activities impacted by adverse weather. For equipment and structures, companies can work with relevant stakeholders, including designers, manufacturers, and suppliers, to develop appropriate control measures

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