Questions and Answers
What percentage of injuries is attributed to falling?
Which category has the highest percentage of injuries?
How does the percentage of injuries from hand tools compare to those from stepping or striking objects?
What is the combined percentage of injuries from being struck by a falling object and transport?
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Which of the following categories accounts for the lowest percentage of injuries?
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Study Notes
Penetrating Corrosive Injuries
- Duration of exposure increases risk of injury; noted for 60 minutes of exposure.
- Injuries caused by corrosive substances can result in serious health complications if not addressed quickly.
Percentage Of Injury
- Handling and lifting activities account for the majority of injuries at 25.5%.
- Machinery-related incidents contribute 19.4% to injury statistics.
- Falls are a significant cause, making up 15.9% of total injuries.
- Stepping on or striking objects lead to 8.1% of reported injuries.
- Injuries from being struck by falling objects represent 7.5%.
- Transportation accidents also constitute 7.5% of injuries.
- Hand tools are responsible for 7.1% of injuries, indicating safety risks in tool usage.
- Other unclassified injuries account for 9% of the total, highlighting varied risks in the environment.
- Maintaining workshop tidiness is critical for reducing injury risk and improving overall safety.
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Description
Explore the critical aspects of penetrating corrosive injuries and the percentage of injuries caused by various factors in the workplace. Understand how duration of exposure and specific activities contribute to injury risks. This quiz emphasizes the importance of safety measures to prevent workplace accidents and health complications.
