Hazards
Biological Hazard
Viruses or bacteria that can impact health
What is Hostile?
unfriendly; aggressive; hurtful
Regulation
an authoritative rule dealing with details or procedure; a rule or order issued
Any substance that can cause harm to an individual. Examples include skin irritation, burns
What is Bullying?
is aggressive behavior that is intentional and that involves an imbalance of power or strength; typically repeated over time.
Precaution
a measure taken beforehand to prevent harm or secure good
Physical hazard
Any environmental factor that can cause harm to an employee. Examples include heights, slips, trips, and falls
Sexual harassment
unwelcome verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexual nature that is severe or pervasive and affects working conditions or creates a hostile work environment
Abbreviations
a shortened form of a written word or phrase used in place of the whole word or phrase
Ergonomic hazard
Hazards that result from physical factors. Example is poor posture at work can lead to pain in the back and shoulders
Foul or obscene language
cursing; cussing; swearing; bad words
Ignoring
refusing to take notice of; rejecting as ungrounded
Risk
Any danger that could occur from a hazard. Examples include physical injury, psychological stress
Severe
serious; critical; intense
Procedure
a particular way of accomplishing something or acting