Occupational environment monitoring of a diaper manufacturing factory

1. Overview of the diaper manufacturing factory

a. What is a diaper manufacturing factory?

Factory manufacturing diapers is a specialized manufacturing facility to produce diapers for children and adults. Diaper manufacturing factories often use modern technology to manufacture products such as tape diapers, pants diapers, liners, and other related products.

These factories usually use main materials such as paper, plastic, non-woven fabric, chemicals, and other components to manufacture different types of diapers with varying absorbency, softness, and durability. The diaper manufacturing process usually includes many stages, from cutting, assembling, packaging, quality inspection to product transportation.

The diaper manufacturing factory plays an important role in meeting the market demand for healthcare and personal hygiene products, especially in taking care of infants and the elderly.

b. Manufacturing stages in the diaper manufacturing factory

The manufacturing stages in the diaper manufacturing factory may include:

• Material preparation: Main materials such as paper, plastic, non-woven fabric, and chemicals are prepared in advance for use in the manufacturing process.
• Cutting materials: The materials are cut into appropriate sizes and shapes for the diaper manufacturing process.
• Assembling materials: The materials are assembled to form the inner and outer surfaces of the diaper.
• Absorbency: Paper and non-woven fabric layers are treated with chemicals to increase the absorbency of the product.
• Molding: The outer surface of the product is molded to create unique edges and corners for the diaper.
• Manufacturing other components: Other components such as adhesive strips, opening and closing systems, and belts are manufactured separately.
• Assembly: The components are assembled to form the complete product.
• Quality inspection: All finished diapers are inspected to ensure they meet standards and quality requirements.
• Packaging and transportation: The finished products are packaged and transported to retail points or warehouses for distribution to consumers.

c. Types of machinery used in the diaper manufacturing factory

The types of machinery used in the diaper manufacturing factory may include:

• Paper cutting machine: This machine is used to cut paper sheets into suitable sizes and shapes for diaper manufacturing.
• Paper pressing machine: This machine is used to press paper together to create thicker paper layers and improve the absorbency of the product.
• Embossing machine: This machine is used to mold and create shapes and edges of the product’s outer surface.
• Drying machine: This machine is used to dry diaper components after they have been treated with chemicals to increase absorbency.
• Printing machine: This machine is used to print images, letters, and patterns on the surface of the diaper.
• Packing machine: This machine is used to pack diapers into packages or boxes in preparation for transportation and storage.
• Quality inspection machine: This machine is used to check the quality of diapers, including absorbency, durability, and size.

In addition, there are many other types of machinery such as fabric pressing machines, fabric cutting machines, adhesive strip attaching machines, button attaching machines, and other automated equipment to increase productivity and manufacturing efficiency.

d. What occupational diseases may occur to workers in the diaper manufacturing factory?

Workers in the diaper manufacturing factory may suffer from some occupational diseases such as:

• Skin allergies: Workers may experience allergies due to contact with chemicals such as latex, nickel, or formaldehyde in diaper components.
• Respiratory diseases: Inhaling dust and fine particles in the air may cause respiratory problems, including bronchitis, asthma, and prostatic diseases.
• Spinal and joint diseases: Workers who stand and work for long periods may suffer from back pain, cervical spondylosis, lumbar degeneration, and joint pain.
• Nervous system diseases: Using electronic machinery in diaper manufacturing may cause nervous system issues such as headaches, dizziness, and insomnia.
• Hand and neck diseases: Continuous work with machines and tools may cause hand and neck problems, including carpal tunnel syndrome and arthritis.

To prevent these occupational diseases, the diaper manufacturing factory needs to implement safety and health protection measures for workers, including providing personal protective equipment, training workers on how to use chemicals and safe equipment, and conducting periodic health checks for employees.

e. Popular types of diapers on the market

There are many popular types of diapers on the market with different features and prices, depending on the needs of each family. Below are some popular types of diapers:

• Tape diapers: This is the most popular type of diaper, with good absorbency and ease of use. Tape diapers can be adjusted to fit the size of the baby and are available at different price ranges.
• Pants diapers: This type of diaper is designed like underwear, worn like pants, and has high absorbency. Pants diapers are often used for children from 1 to 3 years old.
• Cloth diapers: This is a reusable type of diaper made from fabric and has good absorbency. Cloth diapers can help save costs and are more sustainable than disposable diapers.
• Organic diapers: This type of diaper is made from organic materials and does not contain any harmful chemicals. Organic diapers are more expensive than regular diapers.
• Newborn diapers: This type of diaper is specially designed for newborns, with high absorbency and softness to protect the baby’s sensitive skin.

These types of diapers all have their own features and advantages. However, when choosing diapers for the baby, parents should consider factors such as size, absorbency, price, and features suitable for the needs of the baby and the family.

2. Overview of occupational environment monitoring services

a. What is occupational environment monitoring in a diaper manufacturing factory?

Occupational environment monitoring (or measurement of the working environment) in a diaper manufacturing factory is the activity of collecting, evaluating, and analyzing measurement indicators of working environment factors at the diaper manufacturing factory, in order to have timely treatment measures, minimizing environmental harm to workers’ health, and preventing occupational diseases. Occupational environment monitoring is a mandatory regulation for diaper manufacturing factories.

Occupational environment monitoring plays the most important role in caring for, protecting, and enhancing workers’ health because the main resource of the enterprise and the one directly generating profit for the enterprise is the worker. Workers frequently exposed to risk factors and occupational hazards exceeding permitted standards will have their health affected and suffer occupational diseases.

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b. Occupational environment monitoring program of Nam Viet

The occupational environment monitoring program of Nam Viet is a program researched by monitoring engineers in the field of occupational safety and environmental protection. With the goal of ensuring health and safety for workers, this program uses modern measurement methods to monitor the quality of air, water, and microclimate, physical factors, dust… in the working environment. This is a very important program in ensuring a safe working environment and protecting workers’ health.

In addition, the occupational environment monitoring program of Nam Viet also plays an important role in researching and developing new solutions to improve the quality of the working environment. With the dedication and professionalism of the monitoring experts, Nam Viet’s exclusive monitoring program is becoming a breakthrough in the field of occupational safety management and environmental protection in Vietnam.

c. Standardization in occupational environment measurement process

The standardization in the occupational environment measurement process of Nam Viet is a very important aspect in ensuring the quality of measurement results. To ensure the accuracy and reliability of the measurement results, this program uses recognized standards and standardized processes of Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health. This ensures that the collected data will be used with high reliability in the process of evaluating the working environment and making decisions to improve the working environment to protect workers’ health.

These standardized processes also ensure that the measurement results are carried out by a team of monitoring specialists with high qualifications and many years of experience, helping managers and experts rely on the results from An Toan Nam Viet and make accurate, valuable decisions in protecting workers’ health and the environment.

By applying standardization in the occupational environment measurement process, Nam Viet demonstrates its commitment to ensuring a safe working environment and protecting workers’ health, while also contributing positively to the development and improvement of occupational safety management and environmental protection quality in Vietnam.

d. Monitoring report results of the diaper manufacturing factory

The occupational environment monitoring results are prepared according to form number 04 Appendix III issued together with Decree 44/2016/ND-CP and are made in 02 copies: 01 copy sent to the labor facility that signed the contract to perform occupational environment monitoring and 01 copy kept at the organization performing occupational environment monitoring.

The storage time of occupational environment monitoring results is carried out according to legal regulations, which is indefinite record retention.

e. Frequency of occupational environment monitoring according to legal regulations

According to Clause 2 Article 18 of the Occupational Safety and Health Law 84/2015/QH13, the employer must organize occupational environment monitoring to assess harmful factors at least once a year.

f. Deadline for submitting occupational environment monitoring results according to legal regulations

The submission deadline is before December 31 each year. Enterprises belonging to manufacturing facilities are required to submit occupational environment monitoring results reports to the Department of Health at the locality where the manufacturing facility or business has its headquarters and where workers are working.

When there are changes in technology processes, manufacturing processes, when renovating, upgrading labor facilities that may generate new harmful factors to workers’ health, enterprises belonging to manufacturing facilities must update occupational hygiene records regarding the harmful factors that need occupational environment monitoring.

g. Regulations on penalties for violations of occupational environment monitoring for employers

According to Article 27 of Decree No. 12/2022/ND-CP dated January 17, 2022, Regulations on administrative penalties in the fields of labor, social insurance, and Vietnamese workers working abroad under contracts.

• Clause 2: A fine of 2,000,000 – 5,000,000 VND for employers who do not publicly announce to workers at the occupational environment monitoring location and at the place where hazard factors are inspected, evaluated, and managed immediately after occupational environment monitoring results and hazard factor management results are available.
• Clause 3: A fine of 20,000,000 – 40,000,000 VND for employers who fail to conduct occupational environment monitoring to control harm to workers’ health as prescribed by law.
• Clause 4: A fine of 40,000,000 – 60,000,000 VND for employers who collude with organizations conducting occupational environment monitoring to commit fraud in occupational environment monitoring activities but not to the extent of criminal prosecution.

3. Harmful environmental factors for workers in diaper manufacturing factories

During the diaper manufacturing process, the materials and chemicals used in production can create harmful environmental factors for workers in the factory, including:

• Dust and smoke: During the manufacturing process, machines and processing steps can generate dust and smoke, which pose health risks to workers when inhaled.
• Chemicals: Chemicals such as bleaching agents, softeners, antibacterial agents, and surface coatings used in the production process can be hazardous to workers’ health, especially if they do not wear adequate protective equipment such as masks and gloves.
• Noise: The machines in diaper manufacturing factories can generate loud noise, which may affect workers’ health if exposed for long periods.
• Lighting: The lighting systems in diaper manufacturing factories can emit strong light, which may affect workers’ vision if they are exposed for too long.
• Temperature and humidity: The temperature and humidity conditions in diaper manufacturing factories can have certain impacts on workers’ health, particularly when these conditions are not properly regulated.

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4. Measures to improve the working environment in diaper manufacturing factories

Measures to improve the working environment in diaper manufacturing factories include:

• Ensuring ventilation and fresh air: The factory should be equipped with ventilation systems, air purifiers, and air conditioners to create fresh air and ensure workers’ health and safety.
• Providing personal protective equipment: The factory must provide sufficient protective equipment such as masks, safety glasses, aprons, gloves, and safety shoes to minimize risks of exposure to harmful substances and injuries.
• Organizing occupational safety training and supervision: Employees need to be trained on occupational safety and working procedures to reduce risks of accidents and exposure to harmful substances. At the same time, occupational safety policies and monitoring procedures should be established in the factory.
• Enhancing hygiene in the factory: Ensuring cleanliness in the factory is essential to prevent bacterial growth and protect employees’ health.
• Applying advanced manufacturing technologies: Using modern and advanced manufacturing technologies can minimize exposure to harmful substances, reduce the likelihood of workplace accidents, improve productivity, and enhance factory competitiveness.
• Periodically conducting occupational environment monitoring in factories, collecting and analyzing harmful factors for workers, thereby adjusting and reducing risks to prevent occupational diseases.

5. Benefits of periodic occupational environment monitoring in diaper manufacturing factories

An Toan Nam Viet provides enterprises with outstanding benefits when using occupational environment monitoring services in accordance with Decree 44/2016/NĐ-CP on the management and control of harmful factors in the working environment affecting employees.

• Enterprises can proactively control harmful factors at workshops or factories.
• Receive consultation and recommendations on measures to minimize harmful factors and improve the quality of the working environment.
• Indirectly protect human resources, the main factor in enterprise development.
• Reduce the impact of occupational diseases on human health, thereby reducing future medical costs.
• Improve workers’ health, leading to stable and sustainable product quality and output.
• Ensure compliance with occupational safety laws and avoid legal risks.
• Create credibility and professionalism in all aspects, thereby elevating the enterprise’s brand.

The occupational environment monitoring service of Nam Viet is the solution to minimize the impacts of occupational diseases, contributing to creating a clean and high-quality working environment.

6. National occupational environment monitoring center

Occupational environment monitoring center of Nam Viet is a professional unit in supervising and measuring the quality of the occupational environment nationwide across Vietnam. With a team of experienced monitoring specialists, the center uses modern measuring equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.

In addition to providing monitoring services, the center also supports customers in planning, handling, and monitoring occupational environment issues. With the motto “customers are the center,” the center focuses on customer satisfaction, meeting all customer needs, and committing to providing the best solutions for enterprises.

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With investments in technology, equipment, and human resources, the Nam Viet monitoring center has been and is becoming one of the reputable units in the field of occupational environment monitoring in Ho Chi Minh City with the following goals:

• We always value brand reputation and the quality of our service products.
• We provide customers with the best and most suitable solutions.
• Together with a team of experienced Masters and Engineers, we aim to protect the environment and benefit enterprises.
• By choosing the Nam Viet Occupational Environment Monitoring team, your company will receive professional services from experts in the monitoring field, along with the best cost advantages.

The occupational environment monitoring process at Nam Viet includes the following basic steps:

• Before conducting occupational environment monitoring, we always ensure that machinery and equipment used for monitoring are adjusted and calibrated in accordance with the law.
• Complying fully with the occupational environment monitoring process committed to the Department of Health.
• Reporting occupational environment monitoring results truthfully to employers.
• If occupational environment monitoring results do not ensure workers’ safety, Nam Viet will support in providing solutions, and the workplace will implement the following:
  • Implement measures to improve working conditions to minimize harmful factors and prevent occupational diseases.
  • Organize health checks to detect early occupational diseases and job-related illnesses for workers in unsafe working environments.
  • Provide material benefits to workers in accordance with labor laws.

7. Occupational environment monitoring service quotation

To help enterprises conduct occupational environment monitoring in a professional and effective way, Nam Viet provides customers with a quotation for occupational environment monitoring services with high quality and reasonable cost.

• Our quotation provides detailed information about the pricing of monitoring services we offer, including costs related to transportation, measurement, analysis, and reporting of results. Customers can be assured of the accuracy and reliability of the monitoring reports we provide.
• We are committed to offering the most competitive and reasonable prices in the market, and we are always ready to provide fast and professional consultation for any inquiries regarding monitoring services.
• With Nam Viet’s quotation, customers can easily choose service packages that suit their needs. We are committed to delivering the highest satisfaction with our professional service quality.