The most common hazards in the workplace

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The most common hazards in the workplace

Manage workplace hazards

Hazards must be identified and considered, to take action to protect employees.

train employees appropriately

introduce control measures

Assess risks and hazards in the nature of work

Physical hazard

the pressure

noise

the radiation

Chemical hazard

cause physical health impacts

skin irritation

corrosion

irritation of the respiratory system

blindness

Biological hazard

-Cause adverse health impacts

viruses

animals

bacteria

insects

Psychosocial hazard

may have an adverse effect on an employee's mental health or well being

Impacts on health.

Assault and labor abuse.

Bullying

Ergonomic hazard

They are the result of physical factors that can lead to musculoskeletal injuries

vibration

repetitive movements without rest

bad posture

Safety hazard

hazards creating unsafe working conditions

lack of safety signs

trip hazard

exposed wires