Questions and Answers
What percentage of injuries is caused by handling and lifting?
Which cause of injury is linked to the lowest percentage?
How much percentage of injuries is associated with machinery?
Which of the following percentages represents the cause 'falling'?
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What combined percentage do transport and struck by falling object injuries represent?
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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
This quiz delves into the dangers posed by corrosive substances and the statistics surrounding various types of injuries in the workplace. It highlights the importance of quick response to corrosive exposure and breakdowns the percentages of injuries related to handling, machinery, falls, and more. Understanding these statistics is crucial for creating a safer working environment.
