30 Questions
What is the main objective of studying chemical risks and hazards?
To identify and prevent chemical risks
What is the first step in managing chemical risks and hazards?
Identifying the risks
What is the purpose of evaluating chemical risks and hazards?
To assess the level of risk
What is the final stage in managing chemical risks and hazards?
Preventing the risks
What is the importance of understanding chemical risks and hazards?
To protect people and the environment
What is the scope of chemical risks and hazards?
In all places where chemicals are handled
What is a chemical risk?
A situation where a person is exposed to an uncontrolled amount of chemicals.
What do chemical risks include?
All substances that can cause harm to humans when not handled properly.
What is a chemical contaminant?
A chemical that inhibits the absorption of nutrients.
What can chemical risks cause?
Severe illness, mutation, and even death.
What is a chemical hazard?
A chemical that can cause cancer.
Why is it important to identify chemical risks?
So that we can take necessary precautions to avoid harm.
What is an agent chemical?
Any element or chemical compound, either alone or mixed, used in a work activity
What is the main issue with chemical products?
Many of them are hazardous to our health
What is toxicity?
The capacity of a substance to cause adverse health effects
What determines the toxicity of a substance?
The intrinsic toxicity of the substance and the possibility of contact
What are chemical products often found in?
In the form of simple substances or mixtures
What is a common characteristic of chemical risk?
It can be hazardous to human health
What is the main topic of the theme?
Riesgos y Peligros Químicos
What is the first step in the process of managing chemical risks?
Identificación de Riesgos
What is the purpose of the 'Análisis de Riesgos' section?
To analyze the risks
What is the primary goal of the 'Prevención de Riesgos' section?
To prevent the risks
What is the focus of the 'Evaluación de Riesgos' section?
To evaluate the risks
What is the title of the school where this theme is being taught?
Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo
How are chemical risks classified by the United Nations for transportation?
By their physical state
What type of chemical risk is characterized by being easily set on fire?
Easily inflammable
What is an example of a chemical risk that can cause neumoconiosis?
Fiber
What type of chemical risk can cause damage to the reproductive system?
Reproductive toxicants
What type of chemical risk is characterized by being highly reactive and can cause explosions?
Explosive
What type of chemical risk can cause cancer?
Carcinogenic
Test your knowledge on chemical risks and hazards in industrial settings, including identification, evaluation, and prevention. Learn about the basics of industrial safety and hygiene with this quiz.
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