Happy Diwali.pptx
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This document discusses the hazards faced by children working in the firecracker and matchstick industry in Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, India. It notes that the children are exposed to excessive heat, poor ventilation, loud music, and chemicals like potassium chlorate, sulfur, and phosphorus without proper protective equipment. In the long run, this can cause allergic skin diseases, lung disorders, eye irritation and injuries. The document asks the reader to reflect on whether bursting loud crackers on Diwali truly provides enjoyment, or adds to pollution at the cost of others' health and livelihoods. It encourages contributing to reduce pollution and ensure a healthier festival for all.
Happy Diwali.pptx
- 1. Happy Diwali and a Prosperous New Year!!!
- 2. TO EVERYONE!
- 3. EVERYONE??
- 6. Match and firecracker industry in Sivakasi, Tamilnadu:
- 7. Children are exposed to physical, chemical and ergonomic hazards. Physical hazards include excessive heat superadded by poor ventilation. High Volume Music. The main Chemical Hazards are exposure to potassium chlorate, commercial sulphur, glue, black and red manganese, red phosphorous, antimony glass powder, etc.
- 8. In the long run, due to synergistic effect of these chemicals in the presence of excessive heat and lack of ventilation, and improper ergonomic condition, the major occupational health problems which can be expected are many: Allergic skin diseases Allergic lung disorders Irritation of eyes with lacrimation, photophobia & conjunctivitis.
- 20. More of Enjoyment? Are you sure???
- 22. Direct
- 23. Indirect Visual Ocular Dermal
- 24. Ask Yourself- Did God Ram ask for this or is this for ourselves? Should we not make improved use of our education? Dont we all deserve cleaner air to breathe and a calmer environment to enjoy the beautifully lit houses? Instead of adding to the pollution, should we not enjoy the sweets and delicacies with friends and families? Do you think we should make an ugly and loud display of wealth? Are pomp and show and bursting loud crackers correct? If our fellow beings are unhealthy will the Gods be happy?
- 25. Are you willing to contribute in reducing pollution this Diwali?
- 26. Or do you want to contribute to a small childs death, who has not even seen the World as yet, and is happy in the knowledge that he is making firecrackers to pay for his families livelihood and YOUR ENJOYMENT?
- 27. You Decide And Lets Enjoy Diwali
- 28. Happy Diwali and a Prosperous New Year!!!