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What could happen to a worker's eyes if they don't wear safety glasses when working with chemicals?
What could happen to a worker's eyes if they don't wear safety glasses when working with chemicals?
Chemical splashes can cause eye irritation, corrosion, or even blindness.
What is a potential consequence of not wearing a hard hat on a construction site?
What is a potential consequence of not wearing a hard hat on a construction site?
Head injuries, including concussions or even death, can occur from falling objects or debris.
What is a possible outcome if a worker doesn't wear gloves when handling sharp objects?
What is a possible outcome if a worker doesn't wear gloves when handling sharp objects?
Cuts, lacerations, or puncture wounds can occur, leading to infection or permanent damage.
What could happen to a worker's hearing if they don't wear earplugs in a noisy environment?
What could happen to a worker's hearing if they don't wear earplugs in a noisy environment?
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What is a potential consequence of not wearing a respirator in an environment with airborne contaminants?
What is a potential consequence of not wearing a respirator in an environment with airborne contaminants?
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What injury could a worker sustain if they don't wear steel-toed boots in an area where heavy objects are being moved?
What injury could a worker sustain if they don't wear steel-toed boots in an area where heavy objects are being moved?
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What could happen to a worker's skin if they don't wear protective clothing when working with hazardous chemicals?
What could happen to a worker's skin if they don't wear protective clothing when working with hazardous chemicals?
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What could be the consequence if a worker doesn't wear a harness when working at heights?
What could be the consequence if a worker doesn't wear a harness when working at heights?
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What could occur if a worker doesn't wear a dust mask when working with dusty materials?
What could occur if a worker doesn't wear a dust mask when working with dusty materials?
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What could happen to a worker's face if they don't wear a face shield when working with power tools?
What could happen to a worker's face if they don't wear a face shield when working with power tools?
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Study Notes
Workplace Hazards and Safety Precautions
Eye Protection
- Failing to wear safety glasses when working with chemicals can result in eye irritation, corrosion, or even blindness.
Head Protection
- Not wearing a hard hat on a construction site can lead to head injuries, concussions, or even death from falling objects or debris.
Hand Protection
- Handling sharp objects without gloves can cause cuts, lacerations, or puncture wounds, leading to infections or permanent damage.
Hearing Protection
- Not wearing earplugs in a noisy environment can result in permanent hearing loss, tinnitus, or eardrum damage.
Respiratory Protection
- Failing to wear a respirator in an environment with airborne contaminants can lead to respiratory infections, diseases, or even lung damage.
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Take this quiz to learn about the potential consequences of not wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) on the job. From eye damage to hearing loss, find out what can happen when you don't wear the right gear.
