Occupational Safety Training in Snack Manufacturing Factory

1. Overview of snack

a. What are snack?

• Snack are a type of snack food, usually small in size, that can be easily carried and eaten on the go or while working. Snack come in many different types, from fried bread, cookies, butter cookies, butter crackers, to snack made from potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, etc. Snack often have diverse flavors, from savory to sweet, and are usually manufactured and sold in small packages for convenience.
• The snack manufacturing industry in Vietnam has seen positive development in recent years, thanks to the growth of the food industry in general and the consumption demand of domestic and international consumers.
• According to the Vietnam snack market report by FPT Technology Co., Ltd., the Vietnam snack market is experiencing impressive growth, estimated to reach an annual growth rate of about 6.5% in the 2021-2026 period. Consumer demand is increasing due to changes in lifestyle and eating habits, as they seek fast, convenient, and easy-to-use foods for sports, entertainment, and travel activities.

b. Types of snack manufacturing machinery

Common types of snack manufacturing machinery include:

• Dough mixer: This machine is used to mix different flour ingredients such as wheat flour, potato flour, corn flour, etc., with spices and quantities to form a dough mixture.
• Dough sheeter: This machine is used to press the dough mixture through molds to create different shapes for the snack.
• Snack roaster: This machine is used to roast snack at a suitable temperature and time to achieve the right color and delicious flavor.
• Packaging machine: This machine is used to pack snack into different packaging, including bags, boxes, and pouches.
• Quality inspection machine: This machine is used to check product quality, including size, shape, color, taste, and flavor.

c. Typical snack manufacturing businesses in Vietnam

In Vietnam, there are many typical snack manufacturing businesses, including some big names such as:

• Mondelez Kinh Do Viet Nam: A joint venture between Mondelez International and Kinh Do Viet Nam, specializing in confectionery manufacturing, including snack.
• Orion Food Vina: A 100% Korean-owned enterprise, specializing in confectionery manufacturing, in which snack account for a significant proportion.
• Bibica: One of the largest and most famous confectionery brands in Vietnam, with many different snack products.
• Hai Ha Confectionery JSC: A confectionery manufacturing enterprise in Vietnam, with many diverse and rich snack products.
• Kinh Do Bakery: A leading confectionery manufacturer in Vietnam, with many popular snack products on the market.

d. Specific jobs in a snack manufacturing factory

Group 1

• Executive director, deputy executive director, department head in a snack manufacturing factory.

Group 2

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

Group 3

• Raw material preparation: The main ingredients include flour, sugar, vegetable oil, spices, salt, egg powder, milk, and water. The ingredients are measured and mixed together to form the snack mixture.
• Dough pressing: The dough mixture is flattened by a snack press to create a thin and even sheet.
• Snack cutting: The snack sheet is cut into different shapes, such as triangles, squares, circles, etc.
• Snack frying: The snack pieces are fried in hot oil at high temperatures to create a crispy surface and retain flavor.
• Packaging: After frying, the snack are packed into snack bags or boxes, ready to be delivered to customers.
• Quality control: Quality control staff will inspect each batch of snack to ensure they meet quality and food safety standards.
• Factory sanitation: The factory, equipment, and tools used in the manufacturing process are sanitized to ensure that the final product meets food safety and hygiene standards.

Group 4

• Jobs in the office, service, 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 snack manufacturing

Within the scope of this article, we focus on issues surrounding group 3, because group 3 is the group that directly participates in the manufacturing process and bears the highest risk of occupational accidents. Refer to other groups here

a. What is group 3 occupational safety training?

• Occupational safety training for group 3 consists of sessions that equip workers with awareness on how to prevent occupational accidents.
• The occupational safety training course will help workers recognize and prevent dangers, and limit the risks of occupational accidents during work.

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b. Training duration

Initial safety training duration

• The total training duration is at least 24 hours, including the test time.
• 8 hours of theory on policies and laws regarding occupational safety and health
• 8 hours of theory on basic knowledge of occupational safety and health
• 4 hours of theory on specialized training content
• 2 hours of practice on specialized training content
• 2 hours of final theoretical test at the end of the training course

The safety training center will distribute the time into several training sessions depending on the scheduling for employees. But usually, there will be 6 training sessions, the course will take place over 3 days, provided that the manufacturing business can arrange continuous study time.

Periodic safety training duration

• Before the occupational safety card expires, if workers want it to be reissued, they must undergo a periodic occupational safety training course, with the periodic safety training duration being at least 50% of the initial safety training duration.

Explanation: The total periodic occupational safety training duration is at least 12 hours, including the test time. After completing the periodic training course and passing the test, workers will have their occupational safety card reissued or 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 (in practice, also called the group 3 occupational safety certificate ).

Specifically, the group 3 safety card will clearly show information such as: full name, date of birth, specific job, and working environment. It also includes the training duration, a red seal, and a signature confirming completion of the training course.

According to the regulations for issuing safety cards as clearly stated in Clause 2, Article 24 of Decree 44/2016/ND-CP, there are two cases:

• In the case where the employer and the employee have a labor contract, the employer must sign, seal, and laminate the safety card for the trained person in group 3 after they have completed the training course from a training unit and passed the test.
• In the case of freelancers, seasonal workers, or those without a labor contract, the training unit must sign, seal, and laminate the safety card for the worker after they have completed the training course from the occupational safety training unit and passed the test.

3. Identifying hazards affecting workers when manufacturing snack

The hazards affecting workers during the snack manufacturing process may include:

• The machinery in a snack manufacturing factory uses electricity, so workers who come into contact with electrical equipment may be at risk of electric shock.
• The snack manufacturing process sometimes involves hot liquids such as cooking oil, boiling water, or hot coconut milk. Workers can be burned or cause other hazards when in contact with these liquids.
• Snack manufacturing employees must use knives and cutters to cut, tear, and arrange the snack components. If not used properly, there is a risk of occupational accidents.
• During the snack manufacturing process, workers may be exposed to toxic chemicals such as pesticides and preservatives. If not protected properly, workers can be poisoned.
• The hot and humid environments in a snack manufacturing factory can be uncomfortable and dangerous for workers, especially in the summer.
• The movement of materials, the use of machinery and equipment, and working in hot environments can lead to occupational accidents and injuries for workers.

4. Common types of occupational accidents for workers when manufacturing snack

Common types of occupational accidents when manufacturing snack include:

• Fire and explosion: This can occur when flammable materials, such as oil or flour, are overheated or not properly supervised. It can cause property damage and serious injuries to employees.
• Food poisoning: People working in snack manufacturing can be infected with toxic chemicals or bacteria from food ingredients, such as preservatives or bleaching agents.
• Hand injuries: Snack manufacturing employees can suffer hand injuries from using machinery and tools for cutting, slicing, pressing, and shaping dough.
• Scratches, bruises, injuries: Employees can suffer scratches, bruises, or other injuries when working in an environment full of plastic and hard snack.
• Eye damage: Snack manufacturing employees can suffer eye damage if they do not wear safety glasses when working with sharp machinery or tools.

5. Safety measures when participating in snack manufacturing

To ensure safety for workers during the snack manufacturing process, the following safety measures should be applied:

• Ensure food safety and hygiene: Snack must be manufactured under food safety and hygiene conditions. Employees must ensure personal hygiene and use full protective gear to avoid contaminating products with bacteria.
• Use safe equipment and machinery: Snack manufacturing machinery needs to be regularly maintained and inspected to ensure safety for operators. There must be complete and clear usage instructions.
• Use safe chemicals: The chemicals used in snack manufacturing must be safe, stored properly, and have correct expiration dates and storage methods.
• Training and instruction: Employees participating in snack manufacturing need to be trained and instructed on the manufacturing process, how to use equipment and machinery, and safety measures.
• Working conditions: The snack manufacturing factory needs to be designed to the correct standards, with adequate lighting, ventilation, and ensuring electrical safety and fire and explosion prevention.
• Inspection, evaluation, and improvement: Regular inspections and evaluations need to be performed to detect occupational safety issues and improve to enhance manufacturing efficiency and minimize the risk of accidents.
• Periodically organize labor environment monitoring in factories and enterprises, collecting and analyzing 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 snack manufacturing

An Toan Nam Viet provides your business with wonderful benefits after completing occupational safety training courses as stipulated in Decree 44/2016/ND – CP on occupational safety and health work, for companies, factories, and businesses.

• Employees can recognize the potential risks of occupational accidents and thus have preventive measures to avoid occupational accidents.
• Your business can establish risk prevention measures in the manufacturing, operation, and maintenance processes.
• Reduce costs when there is a risk of occupational safety loss.
• Uninterrupted manufacturing will help increase labor productivity and product quality.
• Comply with occupational safety laws, avoiding legal risks.
• Create credibility and professionalism in all aspects, thereby elevating the brand for your business.

The training courses of Nam Viet are a solution to prevent and combat external factors affecting individuals so that they can avoid dangers that can lead to injury or, more seriously, death.

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7. Customer feedback after completing the occupational safety training course for snack 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 the Occupational Safety Training work of Nam Viet is increasingly focused on becoming more professional. The motivation for An Toan Nam Viet to grow strongly to the present comes from the positive feedback and suggestions from businesses. Below is the feedback 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 meets the standards we set. It helps our company deal with one less problem, so we can focus on our expertise more.”

Lee Ki Hwa / General Director

Bac Nam E&C Construction Investment Joint Stock Company

“The first time I used the service at An Toan Nam Viet, 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 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 the task of completing safety records for our work process. The team of consultants is enthusiastic and responds promptly to our questions. 5 stars for Nam Viet”

Truong Ba Ngoc Minh / Chairman of the Board of Directors

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8. Occupational Safety Training Capability of An Toan Nam Viet

An Toan Nam Viet is a reputable and 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 certified by the Department of Occupational Safety of the Ministry of Labor – Invalids and Social Affairs as being qualified to conduct occupational safety and health training. This further strengthens our capability in occupational safety training.

Documents and lectures

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

Facilities

• Controlling the factors in the classroom that affect the training process will increase the teaching performance and the effectiveness of knowledge acquisition for students.
• The facilities supporting our training course always have a spacious classroom that meets 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 self-protection knowledge to workers so they have a safe foundation on their livelihood path is a contribution to nation-building.

To ensure effective training, we prepare carefully and meticulously even the smallest details. From preparing tools, equipment, and teaching aids to textbooks, documents, sound, and lighting.

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

The instructors’ lectures are distilled from practical experience and conveyed in a vivid and easy-to-understand way for the workers. These factors help workers feel comfortable during their study time and absorb our teaching knowledge well. Of course, the knowledge conveyed always adheres closely to Decree 44/2016/ND-CP.

From there, they grasp many measures to prevent danger and protect themselves. They also apply them in the most suitable 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 ensured.
• Flexible training schedule based on the manufacturing situation of the company and business.
• Quick and legally compliant procedures for issuing occupational safety training certificates.
• Training instructors are those with many years of experience in the profession.
• The classroom is controlled for factors affecting the training process, increasing teaching productivity and the effectiveness of knowledge acquisition for students.
• The lectures are compiled to be suitable for occupational safety work at 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 snack manufacturing

• Occupational safety documents for snack manufacturing
• Occupational safety training documents set
• Occupational safety training test set
• Occupational safety multiple-choice test for snack manufacturing
• Slides for the occupational safety training lecture on snack manufacturing