Om Clinic and Occupational Health center

09/09/2025

Hearing loss is on the rise and it is more common than you think. Loud sounds can damage your ears, leading to hearing loss or ringing in the ears (tinnitus).

Check out WHO’s tips to protect your hearing and care for your ears:

✅ Protect your hearing
✅ Get regular hearing check-ups
✅ Use assistive technology if recommended
✅ Request a hearing test for your children or anyone above age 50.
✅ Audiometry test for worker in High noise area is required.

14/07/2025

Here is a practical Guideline for Health Awareness Checkup & Prevention Strategy for Silica Dust Exposure in Ceramic Industries (like in Morbi):
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🩺 Health Awareness Checkup Guidelines 🗒️ (For Workers in Ceramic Industries)

1. Pre-Placement Checkup

Complete medical history
Physical examination focusing on respiratory system
Chest X-ray (PA View) – baseline lung image
Spirometry – to check lung function
Blood test – hemoglobin, total count, sugar
Urine test – basic metabolic screening
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2. Periodic Health Checkup (Every 6-12 Months)

Repeat chest X-ray (annually)
Spirometry test ( 6 monthly)
Audiometry – if noise exposure is present
ECG – in workers >40 years or with cardiac symptoms
TB symptom screening
Respiratory symptom checklist:
Chronic cough
Chest pain
Shortness of breath 🫁
Wheezing

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3. Record-Keeping 🗄️

Maintain individual health files for each worker
Flag any signs of early silicosis or lung damage
Inform affected workers and ensure referral to chest physician
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🛡️ Prevention Strategy for Silica Dust Exposure

A. Engineering Controls

Enclose dust-generating processes (cutting, polishing, crushing)
Use wet methods (wet cutting/spraying water) to suppress dust
Install local exhaust ventilation (LEV) systems
Regular maintenance of dust filters and exhausts

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B. Administrative Controls

Limit exposure time – rotate workers in high-risk zones
Conduct toolbox talks on silicosis once a month
Place warning signboards in high dust areas
Display visual posters on PPE and dust hazards
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C. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Provide NIOSH-certified respirators (N95 or higher)
Ensure proper fit testing and training on use
Use disposable or washable overalls in dusty areas
Mandatory helmet, goggles, gloves, and boots

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D. Workplace Monitoring

Measure respirable silica dust levels quarterly
Compare with the permissible exposure limit (PEL) (0.05 mg/m³ – OSHA standard)
If levels exceed, take immediate corrective action

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E. Training & Awareness

Train workers on:
-Risks of silica exposure
-Symptoms of silicosis
-Correct use of PPE
-First aid for dust inhalation incidents
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F. Housekeeping & Cleanliness

Wet mopping/vacuuming (no dry sweeping)
Clear settled dust regularly
Avoid accumulation of silica dust on surfaces

02/07/2025

Hearing loss is on the rise and it is more common than you think. Loud sounds can damage your ears, leading to hearing loss or ringing in the ears (tinnitus).

Check out tips to protect your hearing and care for your ears:

✅ Protect your hearing
✅ Get regular hearing check-ups
✅ Use assistive technology if recommended
✅ Request a hearing test Audiometry for your children or anyone above age 50.



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24/06/2025

"Healthy Workers, Productive Workplaces"

Occupational health is key to preventing work-related diseases and injuries. A healthy workforce leads to improved safety, efficiency, and productivity.

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07/06/2025

Fatality in the ceramics industry !

Effective implementation of Safety system could have saved this infants life... But....😢

મોરબીમાં કરુણ ઘટના: સિરામિક કારખાનામાં 6 માસના બાળક પર ગરમ રાખ પડતાં સારવાર દરમિયાન મોત

સિરામિક કારખાનામાં 6 માસના બાળક પર ગરમ રાખ...

30/05/2025

Refreshed and deepened my knowledge on
through a valuable E- CME.

It's a stark reminder of the devastating, yet preventable, consequences of occupational dust exposure. Particularly important in India, where Silicosis is rightly classified as a notifiable disease under the Factory Act, 1948. This legal framework underscores our collective responsibility for prevention, early detection, and treatment.

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25/05/2025

સિલિકોસિસ એક જીવલેણ બીમારી !!!


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મોરબી: સીલીકોસીસ પીડીત સંઘ, મોરબીના સભ્યો કલેકટર ખાતે મોટી સંખ્યામાં પડતર માંગણીને લઈને રજુઆત કરવા પહોચ્યા હતા. સ....

04/05/2025

Who cares ?!!!??!!!

25/02/2025

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24/02/2025

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Key Points on Working at Heights Without Safety Harnesses
Legal Requirements:

In India, the Factories Act, 1948 mandates that employers ensure worker safety when working at heights exceeding 2 meters. This includes providing safety harnesses, guardrails, and other fall prevention measures.

In the U.S., OSHA regulations require fall protection systems at elevations of 4 feet in general industry and 6 feet in construction.

Risks of Working Without Safety Harnesses:

Falls from heights are one of the leading causes of workplace injuries and fatalities. Common injuries include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, and internal organ injuries.

A real-life example involves a worker who fell 4.1 meters while working on a roof without a safety harness or helmet. Despite being taken to a hospital, he succumbed to his injuries.

Preventive Measures:

Use proper fall protection equipment such as full-body harnesses and safety nets.

Conduct regular inspections of equipment and work areas to ensure they meet safety standards.

Provide adequate training for workers on identifying hazards and using safety equipment correctly.

Implement site-specific Fall Prevention Plans (FPP) and Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems for high-risk activities36.

Consequences for Employers:

Failure to comply with safety regulations can result in severe legal penalties, reputational damage, and loss of workforce morale.

Employers are responsible for ensuring that all workers are trained and equipped with necessary protective gear to minimize risks47.

If you need further assistance on workplace safety guidelines or specific legal requirements, feel free to ask!

18/02/2025

18/02/2025

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