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BALMORAL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE
A WRITTEN REPORT
SUBMITTED TO THE CARIBBEAN EXAMINATION COUNCIL (CXC) IN PARTIAL COMPLETION OF COURSE:
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By: Adrian Greaves
Page Topic
3………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Introduction
4-5……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Careers
6-7…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Norms
7-9……………………………………………………………………………………………………...Regulations
9-12……………………………………………………………………………………….Safety, Health and Welfare
13-15……………………………………………………………………………………..Handling hazardous materials
16……………………………………………………………………………………….Fire protection
17-18………………………………………………………………………………………………Personal protective equipment
19…………………………………………………………………………………………………….Dust and fumes and noise
20…………………………………………………………………………………………………Legal approach to safety, health and welfare
20-22………………………………………………………………………………………………Introduction to computer/ processing
22-24…………………………………………………………………………………………………..Impact of technology on Career/Society
24-25……………………………………………………………………………………………….Summary
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This report gives detail information about N.C Palmer’s Modern Woodcraft Company
which is located at Spur Tree Mandeville, Manchester. Thorough investigations and interviews
and observations were carried out to ascertain the impact of this company and this material
world.
I will take tremendous stride to give important information about N.C Palmer’s Modern
Woodcraft Company in the following areas:
Introduction to computer
Safety, health and welfare
Career and society
N.C Palmer’s Modern Woodcraft Company offers goods locally and internationally
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During my visit to N.C Palmers Modern Woodcraft C.O I observed that there are many
variations of careers in this field these include:
Machine operators
Wood turners
Wood carvers
Wood sanders
Architects
When one has mastered fully any of these careers mentioned above, one can be clearly and
easily distinguished from an amateur or an apprentice. The trained individual should be able to
provide basic instruction for students in high schools, vocational technical school and
apprentice training program. In order to enter any technical institution that offer training to
anyone who desire to continue their career path. In this area the following subjects are
required:
٠English ٠ Mathematics ٠ Technical drawing (CSEC subjects)
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machine operator wood turner assembler wood carver0
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The chart above shows the most popular career at N.C Palmers Modern woodcraft C.O
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When I visited N.C Palmers Modern Woodcraft C.O I recognized that it was the norm to
stop at the entrance to sign their name in a logbook upon arrival. Immediately after the
workers sign their name in the log book they went straight to change into their overalls and
protection gear and went straight to their working stations and began to work. At the end of
the day at N.C Palmers Modern Woodcraft C.O each worker was given 15-30 minutes to clean
up their work area. I also observed that each worker had to sign out at the security post before
they can exit the compound.
Time allotted are as follows:
7:00am – 5:30pm – days at work
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11:30am – 12:30pm – lunch break
4:30pm – 5:00pm – cleaning up
5:30pm – end of day
N.C Palmers Modern Woodcraft C.O and its employee are guided by specific regulations
set by the company’s manager. I also noticed that there were specific regulations set by the
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Bureau Of Standards of Jamaica regarding the making of items example doors, furniture etc.
regulations at this company are as follows:
1. All workers must be punctual at all times.
2. Safety procedures in and around the lab must not be ignored but followed at all times.
3. Headgears such as hardhats, goggles, earmuffs should be worn whenever time there is
danger of hazardous conditions.
4. No stolen products must be found in the possession of any employee, if so he or she
would be penalized.
5. Loitering on the premises during the work hours is prohibited.
6. Employees should promptly be in their workstation at scheduled time.
7. Leaving work before work hours is prohibited.
8. There are regular routine checks by the ministry of health department to make sure that
workers practices and follows health procedure.
These codes/regulations were expected to be followed by all members of the company.
Any violation of these principles is committed. The violator would be regarded as
unprofessional and unethical and be subject to an investigation by the company through
proper sources established in each legal document.
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Tardiness Smoking and Drinking
violate safety procedure
Fighting0
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Series 3Series 2Series 1
The chart above shows the most popular violated areas and number of persons who
participated during my three weeks visit at NC Palmers Modern Woodcraft C.O
MORAL APPROACH TO SAFETY HEALTH AND WELFARE
Good workers recognize and acknowledge a need for safety while on the job they are
familiar with the fact that accidents can happen easily and that these accidents result in total or
partial disabilities.
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According to the internet safety and health and welfare deals with the prosperity of
complete satisfaction that a group of persons are following individuals.
When I entered NC Palmers Modern Woodcraft C.O it was obvious to me that safety
health and welfare rules were not followed by workers yet some did take these rules seriously.
This area of my report will include the following:
1. Clothing - I noticed that most of the workers wore appropriate clothing. Most
workers wore steel toe shoes but on several occasions workers wore sneakers. I
also noticed that workers wore hardhats because it was mandatory to wear but on a
few occasions workers sneaked and wore nothing or baseball caps.
2. Power tools - I noticed that all power tools were in good working condition. I
noticed there were mostly foreign objects. Each worker was familiarized with the
tools and they all know how to use them. After a working day I realized some
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workers place tools back in the wrong location but some workers place them in the
right area on several occasions tools were even hanging around on the ground.
3. Good housekeeping - This refers to the neatness and cleanliness of the working lab.
Whenever the work environment is clean and neat, workers show a good attitude
towards the job. At NC Palmers Modern Woodcraft C.O waste material were rarely
found on the ground this caused less accidents in the workshop. Sometimes the
litter was in the workers way and they kicked them aside. At the end of the day a
special worker was used to clean the shop but sometimes wasn’t done and if done
not properly. Building materials and supplies were stored in a large warehouse to
have aisles and walkways cleared to prevent accidents. The workers bathroom
were clean but had a lot of graffiti on the walls and sometimes smell. There was a
large lunchroom for workers to eat but some workers eat lunch in the workshop.
There was also a big canteen in the building with various types of food. Garbage
and scraps were placed in the bins until it was neatly to be disposed of.
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Tripping HazardFalling objectsPunctured woundElectric shock
The chart above shows the amount of persons who got injured because of poor housekeeping
during my 3 weeks work experience.
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Workers who have to handle pressure-treated timber and other materials which
exposed to chemical took special attention and care when handling them. I observed that
workers avoid breathing in sawdust particles resulting from pressure-treated timber by wearing
a dust mask. The sawing up of timber (pressure treated) was done outside and the waste was
buried in the ground but not all. Finishing materials example paint, sealer, varnish were stored
in special containers which were placed on a large shelf but occasionally some of them spilled.
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I noticed there was a first aid kit to treat minor injuries but important items were missing to
treat major injuries but if there was any they were carried to the nearest hospital.
During my 3 weeks work experience accidents that occurred were reported and document. On
a few occasions I recognized that any worker did not report an accident was suspended.
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I recognized that workers did not have good understanding of fire hazards but some workers
understood. Approved fire maintenance was carried out on portable and stationary machines
occasionally. There are signs posted to escape routes to remind workers were to go in case of
fire. There were no electrical hazards which will cause fire. There were fire extinguishers
located in the workshop and labeled with fire type and were clearly seen.
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I observed that many workers wore safety equipment to protect the eye and head. I
also noticed that workers never wore safety boots and hard hats even when there is a
possibility of falling objects. There was evidence of dust masks when workers do work around
lots of dust for example sanding, but some just used a handkerchief to cover their nose and
mouth during the process.
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shopcoat hardhat
dustmask
The chart above shows the most popular safety gear worn by workers during my 3 weeks work
experience.
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I realized that dust and fumes were not accumulating the factory because of proper
ventilation. When work was done around dust most workers wore dust masks.
Noise was a major problem in the workshop but some workers wore earmuffs and some was
not bothered by the noise.
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During the month of July 1998 a legal contract was signed between the manager of NC
Palmers Modern Woodcraft C.O and first life insurance company to ensure safety of all workers
equipment in case of hazards or accidents. A health card is given to each worker in case of
accidents and they didn’t have to pay doctors. Workers who refused the health card money
will be taken out of their salary. The policy also covered each worker in case of hazards.
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Jan-May 2009 Jan-Sept 2009 Oct-Dec 20090%
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Series 1
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The chart above shows the amount of workers who accepted health cards in the year 2009.
Computers were introduced into the company in November 2000. The introduction of
computer had a great influence on the development of the country. Some workers were able
to do their job faster and more accurate with the computer. Computer aided designs were
used in order to automate the design process making changes easier and as a result reducing
the design time. 3 dimensional job rendering were designed to fully explain the proposed
computer design. Computer aided estimation gives them accurate information on bid pricing
and provide detail estimates, which concealed with the contract and shows plans to give a
completed cost analysis of the project. On the other hand traditional carpentry Businesses
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were not able to design carpentry programs on the designing market. Computer has now
lightened the work of the secretary. Computers are used to store important information, to
create geometric models, objects, structures and assemblies.
The company purchased relatively cheap software which is capable of multidimensional
communication include sound, prints, graphics, animation, which resulted in the company’s
development and growth. Accountants use computers to stay within the company’s budget,
cheque other stock and material to save time.
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communication accounting design estimates0
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Series 1
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The chart above shows the many areas in which NC Palmers Modern Woodcraft C.O benefited
since the introduction to computer.
Companies today that have computer technology in their business have met increased
competition. NC Palmers Modern Woodcraft Company’s global and local competition is so
strong the workers started to further studies for their knowledge. These workers must be up to
date with present market demands so as to increase production so they will be able to compete
globally. The use of robotics have created greater productivity on a large number of articles in
less time.
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Unemployment
Job losses were evident because technology has reduced the need for manual labour
these workers were forced to be retrained and then re-employed. The cost of items have now
reduced and more affordable and also standardization and the quality of goods were improved.
Employment
I recognized that a number of employees at NC Palmers Modern Woodcraft C.O lost
their job and were technically incompetent to operate these machines as a result the company
employed more technical up to date persons to function and manage these machines properly.
I also recognized that individuals were employed on a contract like agreement for example 3
times per week to operate and train some individuals.
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Sales
job losses
workers retrain
new employment
increased productivity
The chart above shows the impact of technology on the company’s operation since modern
technology has been introduced.
Major Findings
- loss of jobs were evident because workers did not know about technology
- In some cases workers did further studies to keep up to date so they didn’t lose their job
- Productivity increased drastically
- Not much routine maintenance on machines were done
- Most workers were concerned about health but didn’t follow precautions during
operation
Recommendations
- Workers should follow safety precautions during operation
- To reduce job losses workers should be familiar with technology
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- Major routine maintenance should be carried out regularly
- Workers who were retrained should be re-employed by the firm
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