Occupational safety training for electronic component manufacturing

1. Overview of electronic components

a. What are electronic components?

• Electronic components are the basic parts that make up electronic devices. They are used to create electronic circuits, including parts such as diodes, transistors, memory, microcontrollers, sensors, and many other components. These components are often mounted on printed circuits to create electronic products such as phones, computers, cameras, TVs, LED lights, and many other products.
• The electronic component manufacturing industry in Vietnam has been developing strongly in recent years, especially after the government’s support policies were implemented. According to a report by the General Statistics Office, in 2020, Vietnam’s electronic component export turnover reached 48.8 billion USD, an increase of 17.3% compared to 2019. Cities with strong development in this field are Hanoi, Hai Phong, Bac Ninh, Hung Yen, Binh Duong, Dong Nai and Ho Chi Minh City.

b. Types of machinery for electronic component manufacturing

Types of machinery for electronic component manufacturing include:

• Die bonder: This machine is used to place electronic chips on the surface of the lead frame or other adhesive surfaces.
• Wire bonder: This machine is used to connect wires from electronic chips to points on the substrate or to other components.
• Encapsulator: This machine is used to encase electronic components in a protective substance such as plastic or silicone.
• Electronic component tester: This machine is used to test electronic components before assembling them into the final product.
• Packager: This machine is used to package electronic components into final products such as chips, motherboards, and other electronic components.
• Electronic component analyzer: This machine is used to analyze the structure and function of electronic components to ensure the quality and lifespan of the final product.

In addition, there are many other types of machinery such as electronic component washing and cleaning machines, cutting machines, grinding machines, drilling machines, printing machines on electronic components, plastic molding machines, shaping machines, welding machines, gluing machines, precision machining machines, CNC machines, etc. Depending on the type of electronic component being manufactured, different types of machinery will be used for manufacturing.

c. Typical electronic component manufacturing businesses

Currently, Vietnam has a number of electronic component manufacturing businesses with significant scale and product quality, including:

• Intel Products Vietnam: One of the largest electronic component manufacturers in Vietnam. Intel Corporation has invested 1 billion USD to build a microprocessor manufacturing factory in Da Nang, making Vietnam the 4th location for Intel’s microprocessor manufacturing globally.
• Samsung Electronics Vietnam: One of the leading electronic component manufacturing businesses in Vietnam. Samsung has invested about 6.5 billion USD to build an electronic component manufacturing factory in Bac Ninh Province.
• Nidec Sankyo Vietnam Corporation: An electronic component manufacturing business based in Hanoi, belonging to the Japanese Nidec Group. The company specializes in manufacturing various types of motors, inverters, and damping systems for servers.
• Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems Vietnam: An electronic component manufacturing business based in Hung Yen, specializing in manufacturing electronic cables, wiring systems for cars, electronic devices, etc.
• Canon Vietnam: An electronic component manufacturing business based in Ho Chi Minh City. The company specializes in manufacturing various types of cameras, printers, scanners, fax machine systems, and other products.
• Panasonic Vietnam: A Japanese electronic component manufacturing business, based in Ho Chi Minh City. The company specializes in manufacturing electronic, refrigeration, and camera products.
• LG Electronics Vietnam: A Korean electronic component manufacturing business, based in Hai Phong Province. The company specializes in manufacturing electronic products, computers, phones, and TVs.

These are some of the typical electronic component manufacturing businesses in Vietnam, but there are still many other businesses operating in this field.

d. Specific jobs in an electronic component manufacturing factory

Group 1

• Executive director, deputy executive director, department manager in an electronic component manufacturing factory.

Group 2

• Safety officer: manages safety in the factory, designs safety procedures, supervises and urges employees to comply with safe working procedures.

Group 3

• Component assembly: Employees assemble electronic components onto motherboards, circuit boards, or other electronic devices. Electronic components may include transistors, resistors, capacitors, integrated circuits, ICs, etc.
• Electronic chip manufacturing: The process of manufacturing electronic chips is a complex process and includes many steps from creating thin layers of materials, to carving circuits on the surface of the chip, and then to assembling components on the chip.
• Inspection and testing: Electronic components need to be inspected and tested to ensure they function properly and meet technical requirements. This process may include testing individual components, testing circuit boards, or fully testing the finished product.
• Electronic device manufacturing: In addition to electronic components, an electronic component manufacturing factory can also produce other electronic devices such as computers, phones, digital cameras, etc. This manufacturing process includes assembling electronic components into finished products.

Group 4

• Jobs in the office, service, sales, and marketing.
• Manufacturing management, human resources management, materials management, financial and accounting management.
• Quality management: An important part of electronic component manufacturing is quality management. The factory needs to ensure that the electronic components manufactured meet quality standards and ensure the reliability of the product. This process includes inspection, testing, measurement, and quality control.
• Research and development of new products, design of product packaging and models.

e. Specific types of electronic components

Typical types of electronic components include:

• Central Processing Unit (CPU): One of the most important components in a computer or electronic device. The CPU processes commands from software and controls the entire operation of the system.
• Integrated Circuit (IC): An electronic circuit designed to contain many electronic components, including transistors, resistors, and capacitors. The IC is a basic component in many electronic devices, from computers to mobile phones.
• Transistor: An electronic component used to control or amplify electric current. The transistor is a key component in the design of electronic circuits.
• Resistor: An electronic component that has the function of reducing voltage or regulating current in an electronic circuit.
• Capacitor: An electronic component that has the function of storing and releasing electrical energy. Capacitors are often used in electronic circuits to regulate and store electrical energy.
• Diode: An electronic component that has the function of allowing current to flow in only one direction. Diodes are used in electronic circuits to convert and control current.
• Sensor: An electronic component that has the function of converting signals about physical parameters such as temperature, pressure, and humidity into electronic signals. Sensors are used in many electronic devices, from cars to medical equipment.
• LED: An electronic component used to create light. LEDs are often used in lighting devices, electronic screens, indicator lights, and decorative lights.

2. Overview of occupational safety training for electronic component manufacturing

Within the scope of this article, we focus on issues surrounding group 3, because group 3 is the group directly involved in the manufacturing process, bearing the highest risk of occupational safety. Refer to other groups here

a. What is group 3 occupational safety training?

• Occupational safety training for group 3 are training sessions that equip workers with awareness of how to prevent labor accidents.
• The occupational safety training course will help workers recognize and prevent dangers, and limit the risks of labor accidents while working.

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b. Training time

First-time safety training time

• The total training time is at least 24 hours, including the inspection time.
• 8 hours of theoretical study on the policy and legal system on occupational safety and hygiene
• 8 hours of theoretical study on basic knowledge of occupational safety and hygiene
• 4 hours of theoretical study on specialized training content
• 2 hours of practical study on specialized training content
• 2 hours of theoretical inspection at the end of the training course

The safety training center will allocate the time into many training sessions depending on the time arrangement for employees. But usually, there will be 6 training sessions, the course will take place for 3 days, on the condition that the manufacturing business can arrange continuous learning time.

Periodic safety training time

• Before the occupational safety card expires, if the employee wants to be re-issued, they must undergo a periodic occupational safety training course, with the periodic safety training time being at least 50% of the first-time safety training time.

Explanation: the total periodic occupational safety training time is at least 12 hours, including the inspection time. After completing the periodic training course and passing the test, the employee will be re-issued, or have their occupational safety card renewed.

c. Content of the training course

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d. Occupational safety card

After completing the occupational safety training course and at the same time passing the test, the employee will be issued an occupational safety card (in practice, it is often called a group 3 occupational safety certificate ).

In which, the group 3 safety card will clearly show information such as: full name, date of birth, job and specific working environment. At the same time, there is also the training time, red stamp and signature confirming the completion of the training course.

According to the regulations on issuing safety cards specified in clause 2 article 24 of decree 44/2016/ND-CP, it is divided into 2 cases:

• In the case that the employer and the employee have a labor contract with each other, the employer must sign, stamp and affix a seal on the safety card for the trained person in group 3 after completing the training course from the occupational safety training unit, and at the same time passing the test.
• In the case of freelance, seasonal employees, who do not have a labor contract, the training unit must sign, stamp and affix a seal on the safety card for the employee after completing the training course from the occupational safety training unit, and at the same time passing the test.

3. Recognizing dangers when manufacturing electronic components

Electronic component manufacturing has many potential dangers, including:

• Electronic component manufacturing often uses many types of toxic chemicals such as acids, alkalis, oxidizing agents, organic solvents, and cleaning agents. Manufacturing employees must wear full personal protective equipment, separate different types of chemicals, and follow safety procedures.
• Electronic component manufacturing requires high technology and techniques, related to many different types of voltage and current. Manufacturing employees need to be trained in electrical safety and use protective equipment such as electrical handles, anti-static protective clothing, shock-proof and insulated equipment.
• Electronic component manufacturing uses many types of machinery, from cutting machines, planing machines, drilling machines to printing machines and assembly machines. Manufacturing employees need to be trained to use safety equipment such as safety glasses, gloves, anti-slip shoes, and hearing and eye protection equipment.
• Electronic component manufacturing can also be related to many physical agents such as high temperatures, pressure, and vibration. Manufacturing employees need to be trained to wear full protective equipment and follow safety procedures.
• Electronic component manufacturing can also be related to biological agents such as bacteria and mold. Manufacturing employees need to be trained to follow hygiene procedures and use protective equipment such as masks and gloves.

4. Labor accidents that often occur when manufacturing electronic components

The work of electronic component manufacturing has some common risks and labor accidents, including:

• Electric shock: The main cause is the incorrect use of electronic devices or non-compliance with safety regulations.
• Fire and explosion: The use of electronic devices and electronic components during the manufacturing process can cause fire and explosion if not stored and used correctly.
• Chemical poisoning: The chemicals in the electronic component manufacturing process can be dangerous to health if not used correctly or without wearing protective gear.
• Other labor accidents: Including injuries from impacts, cutting, hot burns, cold burns, eye injuries from radiation, inhaling toxic gases and poisoning from accidentally drinking harmful chemicals.

5. Safety measures when participating in electronic component manufacturing

Safety measures when participating in electronic component manufacturing include:

• Workers need to be fully trained in occupational safety about work procedures, safety and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Workers need to be provided with adequate personal protective equipment such as masks, gloves, safety glasses, protective clothing, steel-toed boots, etc.
• Safety equipment and systems such as stairs, handrails, and fire alarm systems need to be regularly checked and maintained to ensure employee safety.
• Chemicals and dangerous materials need to be stored and used correctly to avoid the risk of fire, explosion, or environmental pollution.
• The electronic component manufacturing factory needs to be designed to be well-ventilated and airy to minimize the risk of fire and explosion.
• Machinery and equipment need to be used correctly and fully comply with safety procedures.
• Workers need to be supervised to ensure safety during the electronic component manufacturing process.
• Equipment needs to be periodically maintained and repaired to ensure safety and optimize operation.
• Periodically organize occupational environment monitoring in manufacturing factories and enterprises, collect and analyze harmful factors to employees, thereby adjusting to reduce the level of harm to prevent occupational diseases for them.

6. Benefits of occupational safety training for electronic component manufacturing

An Toan Nam Viet provides your business with great benefits after completing occupational safety training courses according to the provisions of Decree 44/2016/ND – CP on occupational safety and hygiene work, Companies, enterprises, businesses.

• Employees can identify potential risks of labor accidents and take preventive measures to avoid labor accidents.
• Your Business can establish risk prevention measures in the manufacturing, operation and maintenance process.
• Minimize costs when occupational safety risks occur.
• Uninterrupted manufacturing will help increase labor productivity and product quality.
• Comply with occupational safety laws, avoiding legal risks.
• Create prestige and professionalism in all aspects, thereby enhancing the brand for your business.

An Toan Nam Viet’s training courses are a solution to prevent and combat external factors from affecting each individual so that they can avoid danger that can lead to injury or, more seriously, death.

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7. Customer feedback after completing occupational safety training for electronic component manufacturing

An Toan Nam Viet has many years of experience in the mission of accompanying many businesses in Vietnam in general and in the southern provinces in particular. And that responsibility is something extremely precious to An Toan Nam Viet, which is why An Toan Nam Viet’s Occupational Safety Training work is increasingly focused on becoming more professional. And the motivation for An Toan Nam Viet to grow strong today comes from the positive feedback and suggestions from businesses. Below are the feedbacks from our partners that we have served.

KOSIA E&C CO., LTD

“I am very satisfied with An Toan Nam Viet’s safety training service, the teaching quality meets the standards we set. It helps our company to handle one less problem, so we can focus on our expertise more.”

Lee Ki Hwa / General Director

BAC NAM E&C INVESTMENT AND CONSTRUCTION JOINT STOCK COMPANY

“The first time I used An Toan Nam Viet’s service, I was very surprised by the enthusiastic 24/7 support of the team of consultants. The class organization was very quick and convenient for our company, thank you very much for An Toan Nam Viet’s service!”

Nguyen Thanh Binh / Director

HOA DAT CONSTRUCTION AND TRADING JOINT STOCK COMPANY

“An Toan Nam Viet’s service has helped us a lot in simplifying occupational safety and the work of completing safety dossiers for the working process. The team of consultants is enthusiastic and timely in answering our questions. 5 stars for An Toan Nam Viet”

Truong Ba Ngoc Minh / Chairman of the Board of Directors

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8. Occupational Safety Training Competence of An Toan Nam Viet

An Toan Nam Viet is a reputable and high-quality occupational safety training center in Vietnam today. With occupational safety training sessions continuously taking place at manufacturing workshops, factories or construction sites across the country (63 provinces and cities in Vietnam).

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License for occupational safety training

• An Toan Nam Viet has been inspected and licensed by the Department of Labor Safety of the Ministry of Labor – Invalids and Social Affairs to be eligible to operate occupational safety and hygiene training. This further strengthens our capacity to operate occupational safety training.

Documents and lectures

• Before occupational safety training materials are put into occupational safety training courses, they are reviewed and censored to ensure that the lectures are always correct in terms of knowledge and effective when applied.
• The teaching method of the lecturers is synchronized according to the teaching standards of An Toan Nam Viet, which is a method that experts in the field of occupational safety and hygiene training have researched and summarized during the teaching process to bring the highest knowledge acquisition efficiency to students.

Facilities

• Controlling factors in the classroom that affect the training process will increase teaching efficiency and the effectiveness of students’ knowledge acquisition.
• Our training course support facilities always arrange spacious classrooms that meet standards for area, lighting, training equipment, etc.

9. Reputable and high-quality occupational safety training center nationwide

At An Toan Nam Viet, we always prioritize our professional dedication to occupational safety training. For us, imparting the knowledge of self-protection to workers so they have a safe foundation on their path to earning a living contributes to building the country.

To ensure the training is effective, we prepare carefully and meticulously every single detail, no matter how small. From preparing tools, equipment, and teaching devices to textbooks, documents, sound, and lighting.

Our occupational safety training lecturers are experts with many years of experience in the field. They even have research projects identifying risks in all professions and how to prevent them.

The lecturers’ lessons are drawn from reality and delivered in a lively and easy-to-visualize way for the workers. These factors help workers feel comfortable during their study time and absorb our teaching knowledge well. Of course, the knowledge imparted always closely follows Decree 44/2016/ND-CP.

From there, they grasp many measures to prevent dangers and how to protect themselves. At the same time, they also apply it in the most suitable way in their actual work.

Our safety training center is proud to be a unit that provides reputable and professional occupational safety training services with the following advantages:

• Competitive training costs but training quality is still guaranteed.
• Flexible training schedule to suit the manufacturing situation of the Company or business.
• The procedure for occupational safety training certificate is fast and complies with the law.
• The training lecturers are people with many years of experience in the profession.
• The classroom is controlled for factors affecting the training process to increase teaching efficiency and the effectiveness of students’ knowledge acquisition.
• The lectures are compiled to be suitable for occupational safety work in businesses.
• An Toan Nam Viet works dedicatedly and professionally to support customers accurately and as quickly as possible.

10. Refer to more occupational safety training documents for electronic component manufacturing

• Occupational safety training documents for electronic component manufacturing
• Set of occupational safety training documents
• Set of occupational safety training test questions
• Occupational safety multiple-choice test for electronic component manufacturing
• Lecture slides on occupational safety training for electronic component manufacturing