The introduction to a syndicate exercise for a workshop in Singapore

1. Making a plan to
eliminate risks
John Cherrie
INSTITUTE OF OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE . Edinburgh . UK
www.iom-world.org

2. The syndicate exercise…
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What do we need to do to
“eliminate” occupational cancer
in Singapore?
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Identify your top-ten
Gathering intelligence on levels of
exposure in industry and temporal
changes
The number of people exposed at
work
Identify the key industry sectors
How should we control exposures?
Other necessary data to support the
plans

3. The syndicate groups and the
timetable…
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Groups of 4 or 5 people – try to ensure a
mix of experience in the group
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Elect a Chair and Rapporteur
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We have 2 hours to work on this problem
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With the last 20 minutes for presentations
and discussion
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You can use a flipchart or PowerPoint slides
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Not all groups may present their plans