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[____] is an area of specialization in the field of industrial safety and health that is concerned with predicting, recognizing, assessing, controlling, and preventing environmental stressors in the workplace.
[____] is an area of specialization in the field of industrial safety and health that is concerned with predicting, recognizing, assessing, controlling, and preventing environmental stressors in the workplace.
Industrial Hygiene
What are the responsibilities of industrial hygienists according to The Code Ethics of the American Academy of Industrial Hygiene?
What are the responsibilities of industrial hygienists according to The Code Ethics of the American Academy of Industrial Hygiene?
Ensure the health of employees, maintain an objective approach, help employees understand precautions, respect employers' honesty, prioritize employee health over employer obligations.
The purpose of [___] is to prevent accidents caused by major releases of highly hazardous chemicals.
The purpose of [___] is to prevent accidents caused by major releases of highly hazardous chemicals.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration Process Safety Standard
In the process industry, chemical hazards typically exist in what forms?
In the process industry, chemical hazards typically exist in what forms?
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[_____ _____] means a chemical for which there is statistically significant evidence that health effects may occur in exposed employees.
[_____ _____] means a chemical for which there is statistically significant evidence that health effects may occur in exposed employees.
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OSHA defines a [_____ _____] as a chemical with scientifically valid evidence indicating it is hazardous.
OSHA defines a [_____ _____] as a chemical with scientifically valid evidence indicating it is hazardous.
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A [____ ____] is a biological substance that poses a threat to human health.
A [____ ____] is a biological substance that poses a threat to human health.
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An [_____ _____] is a physical factor that harms the musculoskeletal system.
An [_____ _____] is a physical factor that harms the musculoskeletal system.
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Which of the following is NOT a possible physical hazard characteristic of a chemical?
Which of the following is NOT a possible physical hazard characteristic of a chemical?
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A bloodborne pathogen can be best defined as?
A bloodborne pathogen can be best defined as?
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A PEL is?
A PEL is?
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Which of the following is NOT a possible route of entry for chemical exposure?
Which of the following is NOT a possible route of entry for chemical exposure?
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The Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome is caused by which virus?
The Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome is caused by which virus?
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Chronic effects of chemical exposure are?
Chronic effects of chemical exposure are?
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A [_____ ______ _____] is the average exposure to any hazardous contaminant in the workplace over an 8-hour period.
A [_____ ______ _____] is the average exposure to any hazardous contaminant in the workplace over an 8-hour period.
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In order to be effective, what must the right PPE for the job do?
In order to be effective, what must the right PPE for the job do?
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Which of the following is NOT a possible health hazard characteristic of a chemical?
Which of the following is NOT a possible health hazard characteristic of a chemical?
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What are the four main types of hazards encountered in the workplace?
What are the four main types of hazards encountered in the workplace?
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The Hepatitis B Vaccination has been proven to prevent the disease in what percentage of those receiving the vaccine?
The Hepatitis B Vaccination has been proven to prevent the disease in what percentage of those receiving the vaccine?
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What are the three main ways to control hazards in the workplace?
What are the three main ways to control hazards in the workplace?
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Employers are responsible for providing?
Employers are responsible for providing?
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Employees are responsible for doing?
Employees are responsible for doing?
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If injured on the job, what is the first thing an employee should do?
If injured on the job, what is the first thing an employee should do?
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What are four characteristics of acute effects and exposures?
What are four characteristics of acute effects and exposures?
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The [____ ____ ____] of a chemical substance is the level to which a worker can be exposed without adverse health effects.
The [____ ____ ____] of a chemical substance is the level to which a worker can be exposed without adverse health effects.
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Acute exposures can result in death.
Acute exposures can result in death.
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What are the characteristics of chronic effects and exposures?
What are the characteristics of chronic effects and exposures?
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[_____ ____ ____] is the acceptable exposure limit to a substance over a short period of time.
[_____ ____ ____] is the acceptable exposure limit to a substance over a short period of time.
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[____ ____] is the minimum dose required to produce a measurable effect.
[____ ____] is the minimum dose required to produce a measurable effect.
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A ______ of an inhaled substance is the concentration that is highly likely to result in death.
A ______ of an inhaled substance is the concentration that is highly likely to result in death.
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A [_____ _____ _____] is the maximum amount or concentration of a chemical that a worker may be exposed to under OSHA regulations.
A [_____ _____ _____] is the maximum amount or concentration of a chemical that a worker may be exposed to under OSHA regulations.
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[____] is the degree to which a substance can harm humans or animals.
[____] is the degree to which a substance can harm humans or animals.
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[_____ _____ _____] describes situations where building occupants experience health effects linked to time spent in a building.
[_____ _____ _____] describes situations where building occupants experience health effects linked to time spent in a building.
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[______ ______] is the process of evaluating scientific evidence to determine if a chemical is hazardous.
[______ ______] is the process of evaluating scientific evidence to determine if a chemical is hazardous.
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[______ _____] refer to symptoms produced by substances that will injure a certain part of the body.
[______ _____] refer to symptoms produced by substances that will injure a certain part of the body.
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[____] is a substance or agent capable of altering genetic material in a living cell.
[____] is a substance or agent capable of altering genetic material in a living cell.
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[_____ _____] relate to chemicals that affect the dermal layer of the body.
[_____ _____] relate to chemicals that affect the dermal layer of the body.
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A [____] is any substance that has the potential to cause cancer.
A [____] is any substance that has the potential to cause cancer.
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A [____] is a chemical that causes visible destruction or irreversible alterations in living tissue.
A [____] is a chemical that causes visible destruction or irreversible alterations in living tissue.
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A [___] is a chemical that causes a reversible inflammatory effect on living tissue.
A [___] is a chemical that causes a reversible inflammatory effect on living tissue.
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A [____] is defined by OSHA as a chemical that causes allergic reactions.
A [____] is defined by OSHA as a chemical that causes allergic reactions.
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[____] are toxins that destroy red blood cells and cause organ damage.
[____] are toxins that destroy red blood cells and cause organ damage.
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[____] are toxic agents that damage the nervous system.
[____] are toxic agents that damage the nervous system.
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[____] are toxic agents that damage the kidneys.
[____] are toxic agents that damage the kidneys.
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[____] are toxic agents that damage the liver.
[____] are toxic agents that damage the liver.
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All of the following are bloodborne pathogens except:
All of the following are bloodborne pathogens except:
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What are three chemicals in the Petrochemical industry that are known carcinogens?
What are three chemicals in the Petrochemical industry that are known carcinogens?
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OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogen Standard is concerned especially with which of the following pathogen(s)?
OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogen Standard is concerned especially with which of the following pathogen(s)?
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Hepatitis B is an inflammation of the?
Hepatitis B is an inflammation of the?
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Which of the following are potential routes of entry for blood-borne pathogens?
Which of the following are potential routes of entry for blood-borne pathogens?
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A means of handling all blood or potentially infectious material as if it were infectious is referred to as _______ _______.
A means of handling all blood or potentially infectious material as if it were infectious is referred to as _______ _______.
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If a co-worker has an injury that causes bleeding, you should?
If a co-worker has an injury that causes bleeding, you should?
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If an exposure incident occurs, what should you do?
If an exposure incident occurs, what should you do?
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Bloodborne pathogens can be transmitted by all the following methods except:
Bloodborne pathogens can be transmitted by all the following methods except:
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If you're exposed to blood or other bodily fluids during an accident and it splashes on you, you should do all of the following, EXCEPT:
If you're exposed to blood or other bodily fluids during an accident and it splashes on you, you should do all of the following, EXCEPT:
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Contaminated clothing should be?
Contaminated clothing should be?
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If you are exposed to potentially infectious materials on the job, you may request a vaccine for which bloodborne disease?
If you are exposed to potentially infectious materials on the job, you may request a vaccine for which bloodborne disease?
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Study Notes
Industrial Hygiene Overview
- Industrial hygiene focuses on predicting, recognizing, assessing, controlling, and preventing workplace environmental stressors that may cause health issues.
- Environmental factors contributing to illness, disease, or impaired health are core concerns.
Responsibilities of Industrial Hygienists
- Ensure employee health and safety.
- Maintain an objective approach to health hazard management, free from external pressures.
- Educate employees on necessary precautions against health problems.
- Uphold honesty and transparency regarding industrial hygiene matters.
- Prioritize employee health over employer obligations.
Process Safety Standard
- Aimed at preventing accidents from major hazardous chemical releases and enhancing process management.
Forms of Chemical Hazards
- Common forms of chemical hazards in the process industry include mists, vapors, gases, dusts, and fumes.
Health and Physical Hazards
- Health hazards indicate chemicals linked to significant health effects in employees.
- Physical hazards include chemicals with combustible, explosive, or reactive properties.
Biological and Ergonomic Hazards
- Biological hazards are substances threatening human health, while ergonomic hazards impact the musculoskeletal system.
Chemical Exposure and Routes of Entry
- Common routes of chemical exposure: absorption, injection, inhalation; ingestion is not considered a route.
- Bloodborne pathogens are microscopic organisms in human blood, often leading to severe diseases.
Exposure Limits
- PEL (Permissible Exposure Limit) denotes the maximum exposure level to hazardous substances.
- TWA (Time Weighted Average) reflects average exposure over an 8-hour workday without adverse health effects.
- STEL (Short-Term Exposure Limit) signifies safe exposure concentrations for short durations, typically 15 minutes.
Health Effects of Chemical Exposures
- Acute effects are sudden, severe, and stem from singular incidents, causing immediate health problems.
- Chronic effects result from prolonged exposure, occurring without immediate recognition by affected workers.
Types of Workplace Hazards
- Types of workplace hazards: biological, ergonomic, chemical, and physical.
- Hematoxins damage blood cells; neurotoxins affect the nervous system; nephrotoxins target kidneys; hepatotoxins impact the liver.
Bloodborne Pathogens
- OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogen Standard covers HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C.
- Universal precautions treat all blood and potentially infectious materials as infectious.
Protective Measures and Responsibilities
- Employers must provide safety supervision, training, clean environments, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Employees should follow safety procedures, report hazards, and operate equipment safely.
Response to Injuries and Exposures
- In case of injury, seek first aid immediately.
- Report exposure incidents to safety or medical personnel for appropriate follow-up and care.
Vaccination and Disease Prevention
- The Hepatitis B vaccination is 95% effective in preventing the disease.
- If exposed to infectious materials, request vaccination against Hepatitis B.
Additional Definitions
- Carcinogens are substances that can cause cancer; corrosives cause irreversible tissue damage; irritants cause reversible inflammation.
- Mutagens alter genetic material; sensitizers trigger allergic reactions with repeated exposure.
- Threshold Limit Value indicates safe exposure levels over a worker's lifetime without health detriment.
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