Occupational Safety Training in Light Bulb Manufacturing Factory

1. Overview of light bulbs

a. What are light bulbs?

• A light bulb is a lighting device used to convert electrical energy into light. It consists of a glass or plastic bulb with a base and a light-emitting substance inside, usually a filament or gas, connected to electrical wires.
• When an electric current flows through the filament or gas, they are heated and emit light. Light bulbs have been used for over a century and are an indispensable part of people’s daily lives. However, with the development of technology, other lighting technologies such as LED and fluorescent lamps are becoming more popular.
• In Vietnam, the light bulb manufacturing industry had a strong development period in the 1990s and early 2000s, when businesses such as Dai Nam, Rang Dong, Minh Duc, Nam Kim, Dong Phong… invested heavily to produce yellow and white compact light bulbs, supplying the domestic and export markets. However, with fierce competition from foreign manufacturers along with the use of new lighting technologies, the light bulb manufacturing industry in Vietnam has faced many difficulties and declined in recent years.

b. Types of light bulb manufacturing machinery

The types of light bulb manufacturing machinery include:

• Cutting and separating machine for light bulb bases: used to cut light bulbs into smaller pieces, separate the base from the light bulb for subsequent assembly.
• Pressing machine for light bulb bases: used to press the light bulb base, creating an electrical connection from the bulb to the power source.
• Light bulb forming machine: used to form the light bulb, creating the final shape of the product.
• Light bulb quality inspection machine: used to check the quality of light bulbs after manufacturing. The inspection parameters include brightness, color, lifespan,…
• Logo and product label printing machine: used to print product information, logos, and labels on light bulbs.

c. Typical light bulb manufacturing enterprises

Currently, there are a number of typical light bulb manufacturing enterprises in Vietnam, including:

• A Chau Electric Lighting (Panasonic Lighting Vietnam): This is one of the pioneering companies in the field of light bulb manufacturing in Vietnam, with a team of professional engineers and a modern machinery system.
• Dien Quang Lamp: This is one of the largest enterprises in the light bulb manufacturing industry in Vietnam, with diverse and high-quality products.
• Rang Dong: Is one of the leading manufacturers of popular light bulbs in Vietnam, with a modern machinery and technology system.
• Sino: Is one of the professional light bulb manufacturing companies in Vietnam, with a team of engineers and technicians with many years of experience in this field.
• Dien Quang Hai Phong: Is one of the light bulb manufacturers in the North, with diverse and good quality products.

d. Specific jobs in a light bulb factory

Group 1

• Executive directors, deputy executive directors, department heads in a light bulb 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

• Cleaning and preparing components: Light bulb components such as filaments, glass bulbs, bolts, shields, spiral heads, and wires need to be cleaned and prepared before the manufacturing process begins.
• Making the bulb base: This is the first step in the light bulb manufacturing process. Employees use machinery to create the bulb base by cutting, bending, and twisting the wire.
• Making the glass bulb: After the bulb base is completed, the next step is to make the glass bulb. Employees use machinery to create the glass bulb, and then apply a protective coating to the glass bulb.
• Filament: Employees insert the filament inside the glass bulb, seal it tightly, and then add the bulb base to the head of the bulb.
• Inspection and quality control: All light bulbs must undergo a quality control process to ensure they work well and are safe.
• Packaging and shipping: After inspection and quality assurance, the light bulbs are packaged and shipped to dealers and customers.

Group 4

• Office work, serving, sales, marketing.
• Production management, quality management, human resource management, material management, financial accounting management.
• Research and development of new products, design of product packaging.

2. Overview of the occupational safety training course for light bulb 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 sessions that equip workers with awareness of how to prevent occupational accidents.
• The occupational safety training course will help workers identify and avoid dangers, and limit the risks of occupational accidents while working.

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b. Training time

First-time safety training time

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

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

Periodic safety training time

• Before the occupational safety card expires, if the worker wants to renew it, they must go through 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 inspection time. After completing the periodic training course and passing the inspection, the worker will be reissued and the occupational safety card will be renewed.

c. Content of the training course

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d. Occupational safety card

After completing the occupational safety training course and passing the test, the worker will be issued an occupational safety card (actually 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 of article 24 of decree 44/2016/ND-CP, there are 2 cases:

• In case the employer and the employee have a labor contract with each other, the employer must sign, stamp and seal the safety card for the person who has been trained in group 3 after going through the training course from the occupational safety training unit, and at the same time passing the test.
• In case, freelance, seasonal workers, without a labor contract, the training unit must sign, stamp and seal the safety card for the worker after going through the training course from the occupational safety training unit, and at the same time passing the test.

3. Identifying hazards when manufacturing light bulbs

During the light bulb manufacturing process, there are a number of potential hazards such as:

• High voltage used in the manufacturing and inspection of light bulbs can pose a danger to employees when not performed in accordance with safety procedures.
• Some chemicals used in the light bulb manufacturing process such as mercury and Argon gas can pose a health hazard to employees.
• During the manufacturing process, ultraviolet (UV) rays are used to activate the liquid in the light bulb. However, UV rays can also be harmful to the skin and eyes if employees do not wear protective glasses.
• The light bulb manufacturing process requires high temperatures and there is a risk of fire and explosion if not performed in accordance with safety procedures.
• Materials used in the light bulb manufacturing process such as glass can cause injury to employees if not handled correctly.
• The light bulb manufacturing environment can affect the health of employees such as glare, noise, and continuous exposure to chemicals.

4. Common occupational accidents when manufacturing light bulbs

Common occupational accidents when manufacturing light bulbs can include:

• Fire and explosion: The manufacturing of light bulbs can involve processes using fuels and various gases to create electrodes and coat the surface with silver. If not done correctly, these substances can cause fire and explosion hazards and cause serious damage to the factory and employees.
• Electric shock: The manufacturing of light bulbs requires electrical work, including testing and inspecting light bulbs. Mechanical errors during the manufacturing process can pose a danger to employees and lead to electric shock.
• Cuts and punctures: During the manufacturing process, tempered glass sheets are used to protect light bulbs. However, cutting and shaping the glass sheets can pose a danger to employees, especially when not done correctly.
• High temperature: The manufacturing of light bulbs involves the use of high-temperature equipment. Employees can be burned or face other dangers if they do not wear sufficient protective gear such as helmets, protective gloves, and fire-resistant jackets.
• Toxic substances: Some types of toxic substances are used in the light bulb manufacturing process such as mercury, lead, and arsenic that can pose a health hazard to employees if not used correctly or if there is insufficient protective gear.

5. Safety measures when participating in light bulb manufacturing

Safety measures when participating in light bulb manufacturing include:

• Employees must wear protective glasses, gloves, long coats, long pants, and safety shoes to avoid hot materials and other harmful agents during the manufacturing process.
• Light bulb manufacturing machinery and equipment need to be maintained periodically and used correctly to avoid occupational accidents.
• Employees must be trained to ensure safety when using electrical equipment and avoid electrical short circuits.
• Employees must be trained in occupational safety to work safely on platforms and roofs in the light bulb manufacturing factory.
• Employees must be trained to use chemicals in light bulb manufacturing and must comply with safety regulations to avoid occupational accidents related to toxic substances.
• Employees who transport light bulb products need to be trained and use safe transportation equipment to avoid product damage and traffic accidents.
• Periodically organize work environment monitoring in factories and enterprises, collect and analyze harmful factors for workers, thereby adjusting to reduce the level of harm to prevent occupational diseases for them.

6. Benefits of occupational safety training for light bulb manufacturing

An Toan Nam Viet provides businesses with great benefits after completing occupational safety training courses according to the regulations in Decree 44/2016/ND – CP on occupational safety and health work, Companies, factories, enterprises.

• Employees can identify the potential risks of occupational accidents, thereby having preventive measures to avoid occupational accidents.
• Your Business can establish risk prevention measures in the manufacturing, operation and maintenance processes.
• Minimize costs when there is a risk of losing occupational safety.
• The uninterrupted manufacturing process will help increase labor productivity and product quality.
• Comply with occupational safety laws, avoiding legal risks.
• Create prestige and professionalism in all aspects, thereby elevating your business brand.

Nam Viet’s training courses are the solution to prevent and combat external factors that affect 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 the occupational safety training course for light bulb 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 very valuable to Nam Viet, which is why Nam Viet’s Occupational Safety Training is increasingly focused on becoming more professional. The motivation for An Toan Nam Viet to grow strong to this day comes from the positive feedback and suggestions from businesses. Below are the feedbacks from our partners we have served.

KOSIA E&C Co., Ltd

“I am very satisfied with Nam Viet’s safety training service, the teaching quality is up to the standards we set. It helps our company reduce one problem to deal with, 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 consulting team. The class organization was very fast and convenient for our company, thank you very much for Nam Viet’s service!”

Nguyen Thanh Binh / Director

Hoa Dat Construction and Trading Joint Stock Company

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

Truong Ba Ngoc Minh / Chairman of the Board of Directors

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8. An Toan Nam Viet’s Occupational Safety Training capacity

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

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Occupational safety training license

• An Toan Nam Viet has been inspected by the Department of Labor – Invalids and Social Affairs and granted a certificate of eligibility to operate occupational safety and health training. This further strengthens our occupational safety training capacity.

Materials and lectures

• Before occupational safety training materials are put into occupational safety training courses, they have been reviewed and censored to ensure that the lecture is 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 on occupational safety and health training have researched and drawn from the teaching process to bring the highest knowledge acquisition efficiency for students.

Facilities

• Controlling factors in the classroom that affect the training process will increase teaching performance and the effectiveness of students’ knowledge acquisition.
• The facilities supporting our training course always have spacious classrooms that meet standards for area, lighting, training equipment … etc…

9. Reputable and quality national safety training center

At An Toan Nam Viet, we always prioritize our professional dedication to occupational safety training. For us, imparting knowledge to workers to protect themselves so that they can have a safe journey in their livelihood is contributing to building the country.

To ensure effective training, we carefully and meticulously prepare every little detail, no matter how small. From preparing tools, equipment, teaching aids to curriculum, materials, sound, and lighting.

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

The lecturers’ lectures are summarized from reality and conveyed in the most vivid and easy-to-understand way to the workers. These factors help workers feel comfortable during their study time and absorb our teaching knowledge well. Of course, the knowledge conveyed is always close to 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 appropriate way in their actual work.

Our safety training center is proud to be a reputable and professional provider of occupational safety training services with the following advantages:

• Competitive training costs but training quality is still guaranteed.
• Flexible training schedule with the manufacturing situation of the company.
• Fast occupational safety training certification procedures, in compliance 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, increasing teaching performance and the effectiveness of students’ knowledge acquisition.
• The lectures are compiled to be suitable for occupational safety work at businesses.
• An Toan Nam Viet works with dedication and professionalism to support customers accurately and quickly.

10. Refer to more occupational safety training materials for light bulb manufacturing

• Occupational safety training materials for light bulb manufacturing
• Set of occupational safety training materials
• Set of occupational safety training test questions
• Multiple-choice test for occupational safety in light bulb manufacturing
• Slides of the lecture on occupational safety training for light bulb manufacturing