Accu Weather forecasted there will be storm with a chance of rain and mountain snow in the Middle East, as well as parts of China and Japan during Winter of 2018-2019. Jason Nicholls, an international meteorologist, said, “There is a possibility that cold air may push far enough south during one or more of these storms to bring snow in the lower elevations of Lebanon, Syria, Israel, Jordan and northern Iraq in January and February.” In India, smog and poor air quality is also projected to return during the season.
However, farther to the east, the season might turn much drier. “Much of Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Cambodia, southern Laos, southern Vietnam, The Philippines, Papua New Guinea and Singapore can expect warmer and drier conditions than average,” Nicholas said.
See also: National COSH Reveals 12 Most Dangerous Companies in 2018
Image credit: Accu Weather
Preparing for the storm and other unexpected things during winter is crucial, given that this season could be more dangerous than any other seasons, according to WPAFN. The reasons why winter would be the season of more fires are:
01 There is less daylight available so people are turning indoor lights on much earlier and using it for longer periods.
02 People are using electric blankets and space heaters often under designed circuits than what is required.
03 The physical wood structure around the office becomes drier which can lead to electrical fires under certain conditions.
04 Poor judgement of residents who ignore warning signs and do not follow recommended codes and safety rules.
Without safety awareness, electrical hazards could occur in your workplace. Georgia Institute of Technology (GIT) stated that electrical equipments used in the office during winter can be dangerous. Just like any other electricity, ‘If you do not pay attention to your office electricity, there will likely to occur hazardous accident during this unpredictable season.’ Also, without proper knowledge on how to handle office electricity, you and your employees could get some serious injuries.
Thus, to prevent unwanted electrical accident, GIT as cited in Safety and Health magazine has shared some tips and tricks on how to prevent office injury during winter.
Read also: Fight Work Obesity: Artificial Sweeteners or Alternative Sweeteners?