PROMOTING WORKER HEALTH AND SAFETY: ASSESSING POTENTIAL RISKS IN MOLD REPLACEMENT ON INJECT STRETCH BLOW MACHINE THROUGH JSA AND HIRADC
Abstract
In Indonesia's current industrial development, various types of industries have flourished, leading to significant progress. However, this industrial growth has also brought forth new challenges, notably the increased risk of work accidents in corporate environments. Such accidents can severely impact a company's productivity and employee well-being, as workers are constantly exposed to production equipment and machinery. Consequently, the costs of occupational accidents and diseases, both direct and indirect, are substantial. To address these issues, investments in Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) are essential, as they not only reduce costs but also enhance performance, productivity, and overall well-being.
This study focuses on 19 occupational risk factors, including exposure to long working hours, workplace air pollution, asthma, carcinogens, ergonomic risk factors, and noise. Notably, exposure to long working hours is linked to a significant number of deaths, and workplace air pollution is responsible for a considerable number of fatalities. These work-related diseases and injuries not only strain health systems but also impact household incomes and overall economic performance. While global work-related deaths have decreased, deaths from heart disease and stroke due to long working hours have increased, highlighting the emerging psychosocial occupational risk factor.
The main objective of this research is to analyze potential hazards, conduct risk assessments, and implement risk controls using Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Hazard Identification Risk Assessment and Determining Control (HIRADC) methodologies. The study focuses on a plastic packaging company that employs an Inject Stretch Blow Machine (ISBM) for bottle production. The mold replacement activity within this process is identified as having a high potential for accidents due to the use of heavy equipment and massive molds made of iron.
Through the implementation of Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems (OSHM) and the application of JSA and HIRADC, the company aims to reduce work accident rates and associated costs. These methodologies are vital for identifying and mitigating hazards, setting objectives, and devising work safety and health plans.
Previous studies have highlighted the effectiveness of JSA and HIRADC in preventing work accidents and improving work safety. This research seeks to expand on these studies by proposing strategies to reduce work accidents in the Injection Stretch Blow Machine process. Control measures based on various techniques will be explored, including elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative measures, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
In conclusion, the study underscores the importance of Occupational Safety and Health in the industrial sector and emphasizes the need for continuous monitoring, planning, and implementation of measures to create healthier, safer, and more equitable workplaces. By leveraging JSA and HIRADC, companies can take proactive steps to ensure worker safety and well-being, leading to enhanced productivity and reduced costs associated with work accidents.
