For High Performing Teams: How Safety Drives Innovation

How safety drives innovation
For high performing teams

By Basmala Ahmed
© Basmala Ahmed Rady
The report titled “HSE for High-Performing Teams: How

Safety Drives Innovation” is designed to introduce new-
comers in the suspension sub-team to essential Health,
Safety, and Environment (HSE) practices. The report em-
phasizes the critical role of safety in motorsport engineer-
ing, specifically in suspension work. It covers key risks,
the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE),
and the correct handling of tools and parts. The report
aims to ensure that each team member adopts personal
responsibility for safety, contributing to a safer and more
productive team environment.
Suspension team.
"Safety is not just a protocol—it's the foundation for precision,
innovation, and success. In engineering, the strongest teams are
built on the safest practices."
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES:
 Understand the Importance of HSE in vehicle Work
 Recognize and Identify Key Risks in vehicle Work
 Adopt Personal Responsibility for Safety
 Know and Apply Proper Use of PPE
Why HSE Matters
H ealth, Safety, and Environment (HSE) regulations are not

just rules to follow—they are crucial for ensuring the well-
being of everyone on the team. In the world of motorsports
and automotive engineering, where precision and safety go hand in
hand, following HSE guidelines can be the difference between suc-
cess and failure, or even life and death. The aim of HSE is to pro-
mote a safe working environment, minimize hazards, and reduce the
risk of accidents and health issues. For our suspension sub-team, this
is especially important, as the work we do with components and ma-
chinery is high risk.
Hazard vs. Risk

Hazard refers to a source or situation that has the potential to cause
harm, injury, or adverse health effects. It encompasses the severity
of an injury or illness that could result from exposure to a risk. On
the other hand, risk is the likelihood or probability of harm occur-
ring as a result of exposure to a hazard. It measures the potential for
injury or damage to occur from a particular source.
Types of risks
Physical electrical
Engineering mechanical
Biological ergonomics
Risk
Chemical
Absence
Fire
Psychological
What is HSE?
HSE stands for Health, Safety, and Environment, which refers to
the set of regulations, guidelines, and practices aimed at protecting
the health and safety of individuals in the workplace, as well as
minimizing environmental impacts. In our context, it involves en-
suring that all team members are working safely, understanding the
potential risks, and taking necessary precautions to avoid accidents
or harm.
It encompasses:
 Health: Ensuring the physical and mental well-being of
workers by reducing exposure to harmful conditions.
 Safety: Preventing accidents and injuries by promoting safe
working practices and identifying hazards.
 Environment: Minimizing the environmental impact of
our activities, including waste management, energy effi-
ciency, and resource conservation.
8- wastes
Effective HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) management
can help eliminate various types of waste that reduce efficiency
and increase risks. These wastes include:
1. Defects: Mistakes in manufacturing, assembly, or test-
ing that lead to rework or unsafe conditions.
2. Overproduction: Producing more components or ma-
terials than necessary, leading to excess inventory and
potential safety hazards.
3. Waiting: Delays caused by inefficient processes, such as
waiting for parts or equipment, which wastes time and
can disrupt safety protocols.
4. Non-utilized Talent: Failing to use the full skills and
expertise of team members, which could lead to unsafe
practices or missed safety improvements.
5. Transportation: Unnecessary movement of materials
or components, increasing the risk of accidents and in-
efficiencies.
6. Inventory: Holding too many materials or parts, which
can lead to cluttered workspaces and increased safety
risks.
7. Motion: Excessive or unnecessary movement by work-
ers, such as reaching or bending, which can cause injury
or fatigue.
8. Extra Processing: Doing more work than is needed,
which not only wastes time but can introduce safety
risks if procedures are not followed properly.
Can you think of an example to any of these

wastes that we encounter during our work?
By identifying and addressing these wastes through effective

HSE management, we can enhance safety, streamline opera-
tions, and ensure a healthier and more efficient working envi-
ronment.
Key Risks in Vehicle Work
Working with vehicle suspension components and systems
brings with it a unique set of risks that we need to manage
carefully. Here are the key risks you should be aware of:
 Machinery-related injuries: Risks from moving parts,
pinch points, and rotating equipment.
 Burns or cuts: Injuries from hot metal, sharp edges, or
welding processes.
 Exposure to hazardous substances: Chemicals like
lubricants, metalworking fluids, or welding fumes can
pose health hazards.
 Fires or explosions: Improper handling of flammable
materials or heat-related processes.
 Ergonomic risks: Improper lifting or handling of com-
ponents can lead to musculoskeletal injuries.
HSE Hazards and Control Measures in Me-

chanical Workshops
What operations do you expect we encounter and

what hazard do you expect comes from it?
Each operation in our mechanical workshop comes with its

own set of hazards, which we must manage through control
measures.
Machining:
 Hazards: Exposure to fluids, rotating machinery, and
noise.
 Controls: Use of PPE (gloves, safety glasses), guarding
machines, and proper ventilation.
Welding:
 Hazards: Burns, hazardous gases, and risk of fire.
 Controls: Use of welding helmets, ventilation systems,
and a hot work permit.
Fabrication:
 Hazards: Sharp edges, flying fragments, and flammable
materials.
 Controls: PPE, machinery guards, and regular safety au-
dits.
Casting, Forging, and Sheet Metal Work:
 Hazards: Hot metal, exposure to fumes, and risk of fire.
 Controls: Heat-resistant PPE, local exhaust ventilation,
and hot work permits.
Heat Treating and Assembly:
 Hazards: High temperatures, electrical hazards, and in-
juries from moving parts.
 Controls: PPE, ventilation systems, proper lifting tech-
niques, and safety checklists.
Maintenance and Inspection:
 Hazards: Injuries from heavy equipment, hazardous
substances, and potential falls.
 Controls: PPE, regular audits, lockout/tagout proce-
dures, and thorough training on safe inspection and
maintenance techniques.
Which of the following is a control meas-

ure used in welding to prevent burns and hazard-
ous gases?
a) Use of PPE (gloves, safety glasses)

b) Guarding machines
c) Ventilation systems and welding helmets
d) Proper lifting techniques
Answer: C) Ventilation systems and welding helmets
What hazard is associated with casting, forg-

ing, and sheet metal work, and what con-
trol is used to mitigate it?
a) Exposure to fluids; use of PPE (gloves, safety glasses)

b) Hot metal; heat-resistant PPE and local exhaust ventila-
tion
c) Sharp edges; regular safety audits
d) High temperatures; proper lifting techniques
Answer: B) Hot metal; heat-resistant PPE and local ex
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Which of the following PPE items is used to pre-

vent eye injuries from flying scrap?
 A) Gloves
 B) Safety glasses
 C) Hearing protection
 D) Face mask
PPE is critical to ensuring your safety in the workshop.

Most famous PPE items:
 Gloves: To protect from sharp edges and chemicals.
 Safety glasses: To prevent eye injuries.
 Hearing protection: To protect against loud noise from
machinery.
Answer: B) Safety glasses
Steps for Risk Management

Risk management is an essential part of keeping our workshop
safe. Here’s the step-by-step process:
1. Identify hazards: Look for potential hazards in the work-
place.
Talk to workers
Involve your employees as they will usually have good ideas.
And notice hazards you don’t.
2. Assess risks: Determine the likelihood and severity of

harm.
For each hazard, think about how employees, contractors, visi-
tors or members of the public might be harmed.
Defenseless workers
Some workers have particular requirements, for exam-

ple young workers, migrant workers, new or expectant moth-
ers and people with disabilities.
3. Control risks: Implement measures to minimize the risks.
you need to do everything 'reasonably practicable' to protect

people from harm. This means balancing the level of risk
against the measures needed to control the real risk in terms
of money, time or trouble.
4. Record indings: Keep records of signi icant hazards and

control measures.
If you employ 5 or more people, you must record your signif-
icant findings, including.
 the hazards (things that may cause harm)
 who might be harmed and how
 what you are doing to control the risks
What do you expect is the advantage of record-

ing?
5. Review controls: Regularly update risk controls to ensure

they are effective.
Closing
Safety isn't just a checkbox on a form—it's a mindset. By mak-
ing safety a top priority, we prevent accidents, protect our
health, and work more efficiently. What safety improvements
do you think we can make in our suspension work? Your feed-
back is valuable.

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How safety drives innovation

For high performing teams

The report titled “HSE for High-Performing Teams: How

H ealth, Safety, and Environment (HSE) regulations are not

Hazard vs. Risk

Can you think of an example to any of these

By identifying and addressing these wastes through effective

HSE Hazards and Control Measures in Me-

What operations do you expect we encounter and

Each operation in our mechanical workshop comes with its

Which of the following is a control meas-

a) Use of PPE (gloves, safety glasses)

What hazard is associated with casting, forg-

a) Exposure to fluids; use of PPE (gloves, safety glasses)

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Which of the following PPE items is used to pre-

PPE is critical to ensuring your safety in the workshop.

Steps for Risk Management

2. Assess risks: Determine the likelihood and severity of

Some workers have particular requirements, for exam-

3. Control risks: Implement measures to minimize the risks.

you need to do everything 'reasonably practicable' to protect

4. Record indings: Keep records of signi icant hazards and

What do you expect is the advantage of record-

5. Review controls: Regularly update risk controls to ensure

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