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Published on: February 11, 2016
[Comprehensive evaluation of protective measures in electric welding]
Summary
This study evaluated workplace safety measures for welding operations. Both township and state-owned enterprises achieved high safety grades, indicating effective occupational health management.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Industrial Hygiene
- Risk Management
Context:
- Welding operations in township, village, and state-owned enterprises were assessed.
- Safety measures including personal protective equipment (PPE), health examinations, and workplace controls were examined.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of various protective measures in different enterprise types.
- To comprehensively assess occupational health management using a fuzzy mathematical model.
Summary:
- One-way analysis identified the protective effects of masks, eyewear, clothing, gloves, health checks, ventilation, and barriers.
- A fuzzy mathematical model was used for comprehensive evaluation, grading both enterprise types as 'A'.
Impact:
- The findings provide a basis for improved occupational health management in industrial settings.
- Achieving 'A' grades suggests robust safety protocols are in place and effective.
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