Occupational safety training for diaper manufacturing

1. Overview of diapers

a. What are diapers?

• Diapers are products used to contain, hold, and absorb liquid and waste from children or adults who cannot use the toilet on their own. Diapers are typically made of cotton and non-woven fabric, with high absorbency and leak-proof capabilities, which helps keep the diaper area dry and clean.
• Currently, the diaper manufacturing industry in Vietnam is developing strongly with many businesses participating in manufacturing and trading in the domestic and international markets. However, the diaper market in Vietnam is facing many difficulties as it has to compete with domestic businesses and famous foreign brands.
• According to a report by Euromonitor International, by 2020, the diaper market in Vietnam had a total value of about 45,000 billion VND and is expected to continue to grow in the following years. In addition, due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the diaper market has also seen a change in consumer demand and product usage habits.

b. Types of diaper manufacturing machinery

Diaper manufacturing machinery includes various equipment, depending on each stage of the manufacturing process. Some key pieces of equipment in diaper manufacturing include:

• Paper manufacturing machine: a device that produces paper with a specific thickness and quality.
• Printing machine: used to print labels, images, and product information text on the pads and packaging sheets.
• Cutting machine: used to cut paper sheets into pads, packaging sheets, or to cut fabric layers to the desired size and shape.
• Packaging machine: used to pack the product for protection, keeping it safe from moisture, dust, and other factors during transportation and storage.
• Diaper manufacturing machine: the most important equipment in diaper manufacturing. The diaper manufacturing machine performs many stages from cutting paper, making the diaper, gluing, wrapping, preventing leaks, to packaging.
• Quality inspection machine: used to check and ensure the quality of the product before it is released to the market.

Diaper manufacturing machinery must be installed and operated correctly to ensure the production of good quality and safe diapers for users.

c. Typical diaper manufacturing businesses

Currently, there are many diaper manufacturing businesses in Vietnam. Some typical businesses include:

• Unicharm Vietnam: A subsidiary of the Japanese Unicharm Group, specializing in the manufacturing of hygiene products such as diapers, liners, tissues, wet wipes, etc. In Vietnam, Unicharm Vietnam has been operating since 1998 and currently has 2 factories in Binh Duong and Hai Phong.
• Procter & Gamble Vietnam: A subsidiary of the American Procter & Gamble Group, specializing in the manufacturing of personal and family care products such as diapers, shower gel, toothpaste, etc. In Vietnam, Procter & Gamble Vietnam has a factory in Binh Duong.
• Vina Acecook: A company that manufactures and trades in food products such as instant noodles, pho, vermicelli, etc. However, since 2018, Vina Acecook has also expanded its manufacturing into the diaper field with the BABY CARE brand.
• SCA Hygiene Products Vietnam: A subsidiary of the Swedish SCA Hygiene Products Group, specializing in the manufacturing of toilet paper, diapers for children and the elderly.
• Daio Paper Vietnam: A subsidiary of the Japanese Daio Paper Group, specializing in the manufacturing of toilet paper, diapers, tissues, etc. In Vietnam, Daio Paper has a factory in Ba Ria – Vung Tau.

In addition, there are many other businesses such as Kimberly-Clark Vietnam, SCA Vietnam, etc., also operating in the field of diaper manufacturing in Vietnam.

d. Specific jobs in a diaper manufacturing factory

Group 1

• Executive director, deputy executive director, department head in a diaper 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

• Diaper manufacturers must ensure a high-quality material source to produce safe and effective diapers. The material source includes components such as plastic, cellulose fiber, paper, wood pulp, chemicals, etc.
• After designing the product and preparing the material source, diaper manufacturers will begin manufacturing the product. The manufacturing process includes: cutting fabric, pressing cotton, gluing, making diapers, etc.
• Quality inspection: To ensure the quality of diapers, manufacturers must perform product quality inspections at different stages of the manufacturing process, from raw materials to finished products.
• Packaging and storage: After manufacturing, the products will be packaged and stored until they are delivered to retail stores or end customers. Manufacturers need to ensure that the products are properly packaged and stored to maintain the quality and safety of the diapers for use.

Group 4

• Product design organization: This is the first and most important job in diaper manufacturing. Engineers and specialized staff will have to design diapers based on market needs, with factors such as absorbency, breathability, comfort for the baby, and a suitable price.
• Office jobs, serving, sales, marketing.
• Manufacturing management, quality management, human resource management, material management, financial accounting management.
• Research and development of new products.

2. Overview of the occupational safety training course for diaper manufacturing

Within the scope of this article, we focus on the issues surrounding Group 3, because Group 3 is the group directly involved in the manufacturing process, bearing 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 are training sessions that equip workers with the awareness of 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

First-time safety training duration

• Total training duration is at least 24 hours, including the test time.
• 8 hours of theoretical study on the system of policies and laws 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 practical training on specialized training content
• 2 hours of theoretical examination at the end of the training course

The safety training center will allocate the time into multiple training sessions depending on the time arrangement for the employees. However, there will usually be 6 training sessions, and 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 an employee wants to get a renewal, they must undergo a periodic occupational safety training course, with the periodic safety training duration being at least 50% of the first-time 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, 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 passing the test, the employee will be issued an occupational safety card (commonly referred to as a Group 3 occupational safety certificate ).

The Group 3 safety card will clearly show information such as: full name, date of birth, specific job, and work environment. It will also include the training duration, a red stamp, and a 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 two cases:

• In the case where the employer and the employee have a labor contract, the employer must sign, stamp, and seal the safety card for the Group 3 trainee after they have undergone the training course from the occupational safety training unit and passed the test.
• In the case of freelance or seasonal workers who do not have a labor contract, the training unit must sign, stamp, and seal the safety card for the employee after they have undergone the training course from the occupational safety training unit and passed the test.

3. Identifying dangers in diaper manufacturing

Some dangers in diaper manufacturing may include:

• Employees may be exposed to chemicals, cotton fibers, non-woven fabrics, and other substances during diaper manufacturing, causing skin and respiratory irritation.
• The use of machinery systems, mechanical and electrical equipment can pose a risk of fire and explosion, especially when using chemicals.
• Tasks during the diaper manufacturing process can cause occupational accidents such as cutting, stabbing, impact, crushing, and collisions with other machinery and equipment.
• Diaper manufacturing can generate dust and other waste products that can be harmful to the health of employees and the environment.
• During the diaper manufacturing process, toxic gases can be generated and pose a health hazard to factory employees.

4. Common occupational accidents in diaper manufacturing

Common occupational accidents in diaper manufacturing include:

• Injuries from machinery: Machinery in the diaper manufacturing process can cause injuries to employees if not operated correctly or safely.
• Cuts, injuries: The process of cutting and packaging diapers can lead to cuts or injuries if not wearing full protective gear.
• Allergies: Employees are frequently in contact with materials such as cotton fibers, paper, plastic, etc., during the diaper manufacturing process, which can lead to skin or respiratory allergies.
• Risk of fire and explosion: The diaper manufacturing process uses many flammable and explosive materials such as powder, chemicals, oil, etc. If not handled correctly, it can lead to a risk of fire and explosion.
• Chemical poisoning: The use of chemicals in the diaper manufacturing process, if not used correctly or if the procedure is not followed, can lead to chemical poisoning for manufacturing employees.

5. Safety measures when participating in diaper manufacturing

To participate in diaper manufacturing safely, the following safety measures should be implemented:

• Wear full personal protective gear, including helmets, masks, safety glasses, protective clothing, gloves, and safety shoes.
• Regularly wash hands with soap and clean water or a disinfectant solution to prevent bacteria and viruses.
• Pay attention to equipment and machinery, ensuring they are always operated in the best condition to avoid accidents.
• Materials used in diaper manufacturing must be thoroughly checked before use to ensure user safety.
• Limit the use of hazardous substances during the manufacturing and storage processes.
• Create a safe working environment, ensuring adequate ventilation and lighting in the diaper manufacturing factory.
• Employees must receive full occupational safety training on occupational safety and how to use equipment and machinery.
• Implement measures for fire prevention and other emergency response.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene to prevent products from being contaminated by bacteria and other harmful substances.
• Periodically check machinery and equipment to ensure they are operating in the best condition.
• Adjust the manufacturing process to ensure the products are of the best quality and meet customer requirements.
• Implement waste sorting and management to ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Periodically organize work environment monitoring in factories and enterprises, collect and analyze harmful factors to workers, and then adjust to reduce the level of harm to prevent occupational diseases for them.

6. Benefits of occupational safety training in diaper manufacturing

An Toan Nam Viet provides businesses with excellent benefits after completing occupational safety training courses as regulated in Decree 44/2016/ND – CP on occupational safety and health, for companies, enterprises, and factories.

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

An Toan Nam Viet’s training courses are a solution to prevent and combat external factors affecting individuals so 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 diaper manufacturing

An Toan Nam Viet has many years of experience in its mission to accompany many businesses in Vietnam in general and in the southern provinces in particular. And that responsibility is something very valuable to An Toan Nam Viet, which is why our Occupational Safety Training is increasingly professional. And the motivation for An Toan Nam Viet’s strong development comes from the positive feedback and suggestions from the businesses we have served. Below are the testimonials from our valued partners.

KOSIA E&C CO., LTD.

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

Lee Ki Hwa / General Director

Bac Nam E&C Investment and Construction 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 from the consulting team. 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 completing safety records for our work process. The consulting team 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. An Toan Nam Viet’s occupational safety training capability

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

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Occupational safety training license

• An Toan Nam Viet has been inspected and certified by the Safety Bureau of the Ministry of Labor – Invalids and Social Affairs as qualified to operate occupational safety and health training. This further strengthens our capacity in occupational safety training.

Training materials and lectures

• Before occupational safety training materials are used in occupational safety training courses, they are reviewed and approved to ensure that the lectures are factually correct and effective when applied.
• The teaching method of our instructors is standardized according to An Toan Nam Viet‘s teaching standards, which is a method that experts in occupational safety and health training have researched and refined during their teaching to bring the highest knowledge absorption efficiency to trainees.

Facilities

• Controlling the factors in the classroom that affect the training process will increase teaching performance and the effectiveness of student knowledge absorption.
• Our training support facilities always provide spacious classrooms that meet standards for area, lighting, training equipment, etc.

9. Reputable and quality nationwide safety training center

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 livelihood path is contributing to building the country.

To ensure effective training, we meticulously and carefully prepare every small detail. From preparing teaching tools, equipment, and devices to textbooks, materials, sound, and lighting.

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

The instructors’ lectures are distilled from real-world practice and are conveyed in the most vivid and easy-to-visualize way for workers. These factors help workers feel comfortable during their study time and absorb our taught knowledge well. Of course, the knowledge conveyed 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 can 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.
• Lich organized training is flexible with the production situation of the company.
• Fast and legally compliant procedures for issuing occupational safety training certificates.
• Training instructors are highly experienced professionals with many years in the field.
• The classroom environment is controlled for factors that affect the training process, increasing teaching efficiency and student knowledge absorption.
• 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 as quickly as possible.

10. See more occupational safety training documents for diaper manufacturing

• Occupational safety documents for diaper manufacturing
• Occupational safety training documents
• Set of occupational safety training test questions
• Multiple-choice test for occupational safety in diaper manufacturing
• Slides for occupational safety training lecture on diaper manufacturing