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What does Industrial Hygiene encompass?
What does Industrial Hygiene encompass?
- Recognition of ergonomic hazards only
- Anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of only physical hazards
- Anticipation and recognition of chemical hazards
- Control of physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic hazards (correct)
How are Occupational Hazards classified?
How are Occupational Hazards classified?
- Only as chemical or biological
- Biological or ergonomic only
- Chemical, physical, biological, or ergonomic (correct)
- Only as physical or chemical
What is included in the definition of 'Workplace'?
What is included in the definition of 'Workplace'?
- Premises or worksite only
- Places where workers report to take assignments
- Only fixed workplaces
- Any location where a worker performs regular work (correct)
Who does the term 'Worker' refer to?
Who does the term 'Worker' refer to?
What falls under the category of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
What falls under the category of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
Which term is used to describe factors that can cause sickness or discomfort in workers?
Which term is used to describe factors that can cause sickness or discomfort in workers?
What does Industrial Hygiene aim to do with regards to workplace hazards?
What does Industrial Hygiene aim to do with regards to workplace hazards?
Flashcards
Workplace
Workplace
Any location where a worker performs regular work.
Occupational Hazards
Occupational Hazards
Physical, chemical, biological, or ergonomic factors that can cause sickness or discomfort in workers.
Industrial Hygiene
Industrial Hygiene
Control of physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic hazards in the workplace.
Worker
Worker
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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What are Occupational Hazards?
What are Occupational Hazards?
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What does Industrial Hygiene aim to do with regards to workplace hazards?
What does Industrial Hygiene aim to do with regards to workplace hazards?
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Study Notes
Industrial Hygiene Overview
- Industrial Hygiene encompasses the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of workplace hazards to prevent occupational illnesses and injuries.
Occupational Hazards Classification
- Occupational Hazards are classified into three categories: Chemical, Physical, and Biological.
Definition of Workplace
- The term 'Workplace' includes not only traditional offices and factories but also construction sites, farms, and any other location where work is performed.
Definition of Worker
- The term 'Worker' refers to anyone who performs work-related activities, including employees, contractors, and volunteers.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) includes items such as gloves, safety glasses, respirators, and earplugs that are worn to protect workers from workplace hazards.
Factors Causing Sickness or Discomfort
- The term 'Stressors' is used to describe factors that can cause sickness or discomfort in workers, such as noise, vibration, and extreme temperatures.
Industrial Hygiene Goals
- Industrial Hygiene aims to identify, evaluate, and control workplace hazards to prevent occupational illnesses and injuries, and to promote a healthy and safe work environment.
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