Hazards
This type of hazard in a lab may include bacteria, viruses, or toxins that pose a risk to human health.
What is a biological hazard?
A preventive method for Psychological Hazards?
Education, Balancing, Reduced workload, Boundaries, Awareness, Communication, etc.
A hazard is...
any source of potential damage, harm or adverse health effects on something or someone.
what did I put in my coffee this morning?
Cream and sugar
An effect a chemical hazard can cause is...
Acute effect, chronic effect, reproductive harm, environmental impact.
What is and what is an example of PPE?
Personal Protective Equipment, helmets, goggles, ear protection, etc.
A catagory of workplace hazards is...
biological/chemical/ergonomic/physical/psychosocial/safety
What body part is involved in over 25% of workplace accidents?
Hand/fingers
A common chemical hazard in Construction Sites is...
Exposure to adhesives, solvents, or asbestos.
A prevention method for biological hazards
PPE, Hygiene Practices, Vaccinations, Engineering Controls, Training and Education, Regular Cleaning and Disinfection, etc.
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What stands for Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System?
WHMIS
What could be a reason of musculoskeletal disorders, a kind of physical hazard in workplace?
Poor posture, repetitive motions, and awkward movements, etc.
An prevention method for physical hazards
PPE, Proper Ergonomics, Equipment, employees training.
What does OHS stand for?
Occupational Health and Safety
Which provides better protection, safety goggles or safety glasses?
Safety goggles
According to Statistics Canada, how many percent of Canadian workers report experiencing high levels of work-related stress?
about 30%
Installing ventilation systems is an example of this method used to reduce chemical and biological exposure.
What are engineering controls?
A symbol found on workplace chemical labels that can lead to immediate death
the skull and crossbones symbol
What should you do if you notice a hazard in the workplace?
Report it!