Name the hazards in workplace?
Here are some common workplace hazards:
* Physical hazards: These hazards can cause physical harm to workers, such as injuries or death. Examples of physical hazards include:
* Slips, trips, and falls
* Lifting heavy objects
* Exposure to loud noise
* Exposure to harmful chemicals
* Electrical hazards
* Fire hazards
* Machine hazards
* Chemical hazards: These hazards can cause health problems from exposure to chemicals, such as cancer, respiratory problems, or skin irritation. Examples of chemical hazards include:
* Asbestos
* Benzene
* Lead
* Mercury
* Carbon monoxide
* Pesticides
* Biological hazards: These hazards can cause illness or infection from exposure to microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi. Examples of biological hazards include:
* Bloodborne pathogens
* Mold
* Legionella
* Tuberculosis
* Anthrax
* Ergonomic hazards: These hazards can cause discomfort or pain from repetitive motions, awkward postures, or other ergonomic stressors. Examples of ergonomic hazards include:
* Working at a computer all day
* Lifting heavy objects
* Working in a cold or hot environment
* Working in a poorly lit environment
* Working in a confined space
* Psychosocial hazards: These hazards can cause mental health problems, such as stress, anxiety, or depression. Examples of psychosocial hazards include:
* Job stress
* Discrimination
* Harassment
* Violence
* Lack of job control
* Lack of support from coworkers or management
It's important to identify and assess workplace hazards in order to develop and implement effective control measures to protect workers from harm.
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