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Scorpion Tact Services provides an extensive range of occupational health and industrial services, tailored to help clients comply with local legal standards and fulfill requirements set by Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM) of PETRONAS. Our key services include: 1) Health and Chemical Health Risk Assessments, 2) Chemical Exposure Monitoring, 3) Testing and Examination of Engineering Controls, including Local Exhaust Ventilation Systems, 4) Noise and Ergonomic Risk Assessments, 5) Indoor Air Quality Checks, 6) Biological Monitoring for contaminant biomarkers, 7) Medical Surveillance, and 8) Specialized Training for all the above areas. Our team is fully certified by the Malaysian Department of Safety and Health (DOSH) and equipped with advanced tools to perform thorough assessments, surveillance, and monitoring directly at client sites. We also partner with a SAMM-accredited laboratory, enhancing the accuracy and reliability of our testing and analysis. This collaboration underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality occupational health and industrial services.

Scorpion Tact Services Sdn. Bhd. provides expert Chemical Health Risk Assessments (CHRA) as mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health (Use and Standards of Exposure of Chemicals Hazardous to Health) Regulations 2000. These assessments are crucial for workplaces handling hazardous chemicals, ensuring the implementation of appropriate control measures, employee training, and necessary health surveillance. Our capabilities include: 1) Expert assessors with extensive experience in hazard identification, exposure monitoring, risk assessment, and the implementation of corrective measures. 2) A team of skilled assessors specialized in delivering tailored Chemical Health Risk Assessments across the Oil and Gas Industry, encompassing Upstream, Midstream, and Downstream operations. 3) Our assessment process involves on-site observations, interviews with personnel exposed to chemical hazards, evaluation of work procedures, training compliance, and the use of personal protective equipment.

Scorpion Tact Services offers comprehensive Health Risk Assessments (HRA), a critical component in identifying and managing health hazards in the workplace. This process assesses risks associated with health hazards, considering existing or proposed control measures, and identifies any need for further measures to mitigate exposure. Key points about our HRA services include 1) HRAs are mandatory for all activities under PETRONAS operational control. 2) The HRA process is integrated into the Hazard and Effects Management Process (HEMP) within the Health, Safety, and Environmental Management System (HSE-MS) of any Operational and Production Unit (OPU) or Joint Venture (JV). 3) Our assessments encompass all personnel, including employees, contractors, and third parties within the premises of the OPU/JV. 4) Scorpion Tact Services employs experienced assessors who adhere to the methodologies outlined in the Petronas Technical Standard (PTS) 18.31.01 and the Petronas Guideline on Health Risk Assessment for the Upstream Oil and Gas Industry in Malaysia (MPM/HSE/GD/29/01, both updated in September 2022). 5) We are well-equipped to handle HRAs covering biological, chemical, ergonomic, physical, and psychosocial hazard elements.

Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) systems are designed to protect employees by minimizing their exposure to airborne contaminants such as dust, mist, fume, vapor, and gas in the workplace. These systems capture emissions at their source and either safely expel them or treat them via filters or scrubbers. It is essential for employers to work closely with designers, suppliers, installers, and employees to effectively manage the risk of airborne contaminant exposure. Under the Occupational Safety and Health (Use and Standard Disclosure of Hazardous Chemicals to Health) Regulations 2000, our Hygiene Technician 2 (HT2) is tasked with inspecting and testing the effectiveness of LEV and other engineering control equipment. This ensures that all systems are functioning correctly and align with the safety recommendations specified by the Chemical Health Risk Assessment (CHRA) Assessor.

Noise Risk Assessment (NRA) is an essential tool employed by organizations to identify workers at risk of excessive noise exposure and implement corrective measures to prevent noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL), a key focus of the DOSH mandate. Regulatory Compliance: The NRA is mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health (Noise Exposure) Regulations 2019 and is a requirement under the Malaysia Petroleum Management (MPM) of Petronas as part of the Operational Excellence Management System (OEMS) documentation (Doc. No: PCFS-02_01_01_-L3-011986). Professional Services: At Scorpion Tact Services Sdn Bhd, our expert noise consultants are adept at conducting comprehensive NRAs. This includes initial site inspections, selecting optimal measurement locations, performing on-site noise monitoring, analyzing data, and compiling detailed reports on Noise Risk Assessment and Boundary Noise Monitoring. Benefits of Conducting an NRA with Scorpion Tact Services are 1) Regulatory Compliance: Ensures adherence to DOSH Noise Exposure Regulation 2019 and the DOE Planning Guideline. 2) Health and Safety Prioritization: Focuses on safeguarding worker and community well-being. 3) NIHL Reduction: Aims to decrease instances of noise-induced hearing loss in the workplace. 4) Strategic Noise Management: Provides expert recommendations for effective noise control measures.

An Ergonomic Risk Assessment (ERA) is a critical process aimed at identifying, analyzing, evaluating, and managing risks associated with ergonomic hazards in the workplace. When is an ERA Required? According to the 2017 Guidelines on Ergonomics Risk Assessment at Workplace, an initial ERA is necessary under the following conditions: 1) Detection of potential ergonomic hazards during preliminary screenings. 2) Reports of ergonomic-related complaints from employees. 3) Recommendations from an Occupational Health Doctor (OHD) or directives from regulatory authorities such as DOSH. What are benefits of Conducting an ERA: 1) Improved Productivity and Efficiency: Healthy employees are more productive and contribute to higher quality output. 2) Enhanced Safety Culture: Promotes a secure and risk-free environment, safeguarding the well-being of all employees. 3) Health Promotion: Helps prevent ergonomic-related health issues, such as injuries, fatigue, and Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs). 4) Cost Savings: Reduces expenditure related to compensation, medical treatments, and workplace accidents. 5) Increased Job Satisfaction: Boosts morale and job satisfaction, leading to better overall performance.

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) significantly impacts individual health, comfort, and productivity, encompassing elements such as temperature, humidity, mold, bacteria, ventilation efficiency, and chemical exposure. According to the Industry Code of Practice on Indoor Air Quality 2010 (ICOP IAQ 2010), it is the duty of employers to protect employees and other occupants from adverse IAQ conditions that could harm their health and productivity. This responsibility is also outlined under Section 15 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 (OSHA), extending to other persons per Section 17. Scorpion Tact Services employs a team of IAQ professionals, registered and certified by the Malaysia Department of Occupational Health & Safety (DOSH). Our team is highly experienced in handling IAQ issues in various environments such as commercial buildings, office spaces, hospitals, hotels, industrial facilities, and oil and gas living quarters. Scope of Our IAQ Services Includes: 1) Comprehensive walkthrough inspections using specialized instruments for data collection. 2) Conducting surveys and questionnaires to understand specific concerns. 3) Compiling and evaluating results to assess air quality levels. 4) Providing expert recommendations and IAQ abatement consultancy for sustained air quality management. TheObjectives of the ICOP IAQ 2010: 1) Establish acceptable exposure limits for chemical and biological contaminants. 2) Define acceptable values for key physical parameters. 3) Implement a systematic approach to identify, evaluate, and control indoor air contaminants. 4) Outline additional safety and health measures to improve IAQ.

Biological Monitoring (BM) and Biological Effect Monitoring (BEM) are key occupational health assessment tools designed to measure exposure levels and assess the potential health risks of chemical agents. Here's an overview of these concepts and their related metrics: 1) Biological Monitoring (BM): This process involves measuring chemical agents or their metabolites in tissues, secretions, excretions, or expired air to assess exposure levels and potential health risks relative to a reference standard, as outlined in the CHRA Manual 3rd Edition. 2) Biological Effect Monitoring (BEM): BEM measures the early biological effects caused by exposure to hazards. It typically evaluates biochemical responses that might have health implications for individuals and could arise from non-occupational sources, as detailed in the CHRA Manual 3rd Edition. 3) BEI Determinants: These are indicators of an individual's absorption of a chemical through all exposure routes. While sometimes corresponding to the Threshold Limit Values (TLV) for safety, they can also reflect high exposure levels found in a small percentage of the general population. BEI determinants can include the chemical itself, its metabolites, or specific biochemical changes they induce. Testing often involves analyzing urine, blood, or exhaled air samples. 4) Biological Exposure Indices (BEI): Established by the ACGIH, BEIs are guidelines for interpreting biological monitoring results. They typically represent the expected levels of chemical determinants in samples from healthy workers who are exposed to the same degree as those at the TLV-Time Weighted Average (TLV-TWA) for inhalation. BEIs serve as a benchmark for Biological Exposure Limits (BEL).

Medical surveillance is a critical requirement under various health and safety regulations, including the Use and Standards of Exposure of Chemicals Hazardous to Health Regulation (USECHH 2000) as part of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 (OSHA 1994), the Factories and Machinery Act 1967 (FMA 1967), and other regulations targeting specific hazards such as asbestos, mineral dust, lead, noise, radiation, and scheduled waste. As stipulated by the USECHH Regulations, conducting medical surveillance necessitates the participation of a qualified Occupational Health Doctor (OHD). This ensures that all medical assessments and follow-ups are performed in compliance with regulatory standards, safeguarding the health and safety of employees exposed to hazardous substances.