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12 Nov

Protection of workers in confined spaces

Protection of workers in confined spaces

First, we need to understand what is characterized by confined spaces. According to NR33, confined space is configured: "any area or environment not designed for continuous human occupation, which has limited means of entry and exit, whose existing ventilation is insufficient to remove contaminants or where oxygen deficiency or enrichment may exist. The areas that work the most in confined spaces are: maintenance, cleaning and construction. It is a high-risk activity, which usually occurs in works involving excavations, pipes and galleries, construction of wells, ditches, tanks, columns, ovens, ventilation ducts, agricultural silos, installations and maintenance of hydraulic, electrical and reservoir networks. The main risks in this work are chemical poisoning, suffocation, explosions and toxic gas leakage. Therefore, it is very important that the employee and the employer follow [...]

03 Nov

How to choose the ideal seat belt for my activity?

How to choose the ideal seat belt for my activity?

Want to find out which is the ideal security belt for your activity? We're going to help you with this assignment! First, we need to understand what types of seat belts are available and the most suitable for your job: Belt with pectoral, abdominal, dorsal and lateral fixation: long-lasting suspended work. Belt with pectoral and dorsal fixation:displacement, prevention and stop of fall. Belt with dorsal fixation: prevention and stop of fall. Each and every belt that has shoulder straps are for confined space jobs. It is also important to check the maximum weight supported, the validity and composition of your materials. All belts are tested and approved with a body mass of up to 100 kg, according to NR35. Weight: should be evaluated at the time of purchase, to ensure the physical integrity of the employee and minimize the chances of risk of incidents during work. [...]