Share the 4 key protection methods for safety professionals

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Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is divided into five levels: the lowest level is physiological needs, followed by safety needs; the third level is social needs, the fourth level is esteem needs, and the final and highest level is the need for self-actualization. From low to high, they represent the different realms in which the value of life exists. These “four no-harms” principles share similarities with Maslow’s hierarchy of needs theory. Safety needs can also be divided into four levels: the lowest level is \"not to harm oneself,\" the second level is \"not to be harmed by others,\" the third level is \"not to harm others,\" and the highest level is \"to protect others from harm.\" This is the \"Hierarchy of Safety Needs Theory,\" derived from the principle of \"Four No-Harms,\" also known as the \"Safety Boundary Theory.\" In business operations, it is essential to adhere to the principle of “four no-harms” (do not harm oneself, do not harm others, do not allow oneself to be harmed by others, and protect others from being harmed). After all, once harm occurs, it is not good for individuals, people in general, or businesses; in mild cases it leads to bloodshed and tears, while in severe cases it results in disability or death. Avoiding the \"four no-harms\" principle is not only a pursuit of safe production but also a responsibility toward businesses and families. “The concept of the \"safety boundary\" deserves to be thoroughly understood by everyone; it should be kept in mind at all times, and people should remain vigilant, so that it becomes an instinctive behavior and habit in production activities. I. Do not harm oneself. Not harming oneself means raising one’s awareness of self-protection, so as not to get injured due to one’s own carelessness or mistakes. It depends on various factors such as one’s awareness of safety, safety knowledge, familiarity with job tasks, job-related skills, work attitude, working methods, mental state, and work behavior. To avoid harming oneself, one should do the following: Before starting work, consider these questions: Do I understand this task, and what are my responsibilities? Do I have the skills to complete this task? What are the safety risks associated with this work, and what mistakes could possibly occur? What should I do if a failure occurs? How can I prevent mistakes? 1. Maintain a correct work attitude and a good physical and mental state; it is one’s own responsibility to take care of oneself ； 2. Understand the risk factors and control methods associated with the equipment being operated, comply with safety rules, use necessary protective equipment, and avoid working in violation of regulations ； 3. Any activity or device may pose risks; proceed only after confirming that there is no threat of harm, and think carefully before acting ； 4. Avoid being lucky-dependent, arrogant, showing off, or assuming things; do not take minor issues lightly ； 5. Actively participate in safety education and training to improve the ability to identify and handle hazards ； 6. Accept others’ corrections regarding one’s unsafe behavior with an open mind. II. Do not harm others. Not harming others means that your actions or their consequences must not cause harm to others. When multiple people are working together, one’s own actions may cause harm to those around them due to failure to follow operating procedures, insufficient observation of the area around the work site, or mistakes in one’s own operations. To avoid harming others, one should do the following: 1. Your actions can affect the safety of others at any time; respect others’ lives and do not create safety hazards ； 2. For activities, equipment, and environments that are unfamiliar, listen more, observe more, and ask more questions; engage in necessary communication and negotiation before taking action ； 3. When operating the equipment, especially during startup, maintenance, cleaning, and upkeep, ensure that others are in an area not affected by it ； 4. Inform those affected in a timely manner of any known dangers, and take steps to eliminate them or mark them accordingly ； 5. Thoroughly understand the safety regulations, signs, and instructions received before carrying them out ； 6. Managers’ tolerance and acceptance of harmful behaviors represent the greatest threat to others; it is their responsibility to set a safe example. III. Avoiding harm from others: To avoid being harmed by others, everyone must enhance their awareness of self-protection and, at work, prevent damage caused by others’ mistakes or other potential hazards. To avoid being harmed by others, one should: 1. Raise awareness of self-protection, stay vigilant, and promptly identify and report dangers ； 2. Share your safety knowledge and experience with colleagues to help them improve their accident prevention skills ； 3. Do not ignore identified/potential hazards and stay away from them, unless adequate protection and safety clearance are available ； 4. Correct the unsafe behaviors of others that may harm oneself; it is more important to avoid harming lives than to preserve face ； 5. Handle unexpected incidents calmly and apply the safety skills learned correctly ； 6. Refuse to follow any illegal instructions from others, even if they come from your supervisor; it is your right to remain unharmed. IV. Protecting others from harm: Every member of any organization is part of a team, and therefore has the responsibility and duty to care for others. Not only must one pay attention to their own safety, but they must also protect the other members of the team from harm – this is the commitment that each member owes to the other members in the group. To protect others from harm, the following should be done: 1. Anyone who discovers any potential hazards in any situation must proactively inform or alert others ； 2. Remind others to comply with various rules and regulations as well as safety operating procedures ； 3. Provide safety recommendations, exchange ideas, and share useful information with others ； 4. Regard safety as a collective honor, contribute safety knowledge to the team, and share experiences with others ； 5. Pay attention to any abnormal changes in others’ physical and mental conditions ； 6. In the event of an accident, while protecting yourself, take the initiative to help those around you get out of trouble.