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What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) typically caused by?
Repeated and cumulative stress on the median nerve
List three symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS).
Numbness, tingling sensation, pain
What are three types of environmental pollution mentioned in the text?
Air pollution, Water pollution, Soil pollution
What are three asset risks associated with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)?
Medical cost, Property damage, Lost workday
When and where did the Amoco Cadiz rudder incident occur?
10 miles off the coast of Brittany, France on 16 March 1978
What was the load capacity of the crude carrier involved in the Amoco Cadiz rudder incident?
250,000 m3
What are the main types of accidents mentioned in the text?
Overexertion, impact accidents, falls, compression, exposure to radiation, bodily reaction to chemicals, rubbing or abrasions, exposure to extreme temperatures, and motor vehicle accidents.
What does fatality risk refer to in the context of the maritime industry?
An occurrence of death by accident.
What are some examples of industries mentioned where work-related deaths occur?
Construction, agriculture, transportation/public utilities, mining/quarrying, services, and trade.
What is the most common cause of work-related deaths according to the percentage given?
Motor vehicle related incidents (37.2%).
What does permanent impairment refer to in the context of workplace injuries?
A disability that limits a person's physical capacity to move, coordinate actions, or perform physical activities.
What are some examples of repetitive strain/soft tissue injuries mentioned?
Chemical burn injuries, heat burn injuries, and carpal tunnel syndrome.
What was the initial cause of the Amoco Cadiz accident?
The vessel lost rudder control.
What was one of the consequences of the Amoco Cadiz oil spill?
The mortality of around 20,000 birds.
How far did the oil from the Amoco Cadiz spill spread along the coastline one month after the accident?
320 km
What was the name of the worst offshore oil disaster mentioned in the text?
Piper Alpha
Where was the Piper Alpha oil disaster located?
In the North Sea, 120 km from north-east Aberdeen, Scotland.
What was the initial cause of the Piper Alpha disaster?
A gas leak caused by routine maintenance activities.
What was the financial loss resulting from the Piper Alpha oil rig disaster?
US$ 3.4 billion
In which industries are occupational injuries more prevalent in developing countries?
Mining, construction and agriculture
What types of occupational hazards do men tend to face more compared to women?
Accidents, lung diseases and work-related cancers such as caused by asbestos
What is one of the reasons cited for increased workplace fatalities in China and the Pacific Rim countries?
Rapid development and pressure of global competition
Why should occupational safety and health be seen as a strategy in emerging countries?
To sustain economic growth and social development
What is the fourth leading cause of death in Malaysia according to the text?
Occupational accidents
What was the prevailing historical view regarding accident prevention programs?
That accident prevention programs were too costly
How is accident prevention justified in contemporary times according to the text?
Accident prevention is now justified in economic terms
Apart from fines, what other costs do employers incur due to occupational accidents?
Costs for safety corrections, medical treatment, survivor benefits, death & burial costs and other indirect costs
How many hours are typically lost in a year due to work injuries according to the text?
About 35 million hours
What additional time is lost apart from the initial time lost due to work injuries?
Time is lost for medical checkups after the injured employee returns to work, and accidents in previous years often continue to cause lost time in the current year
Test your knowledge on occupational accidents and their effects in the context of workplace safety and health. Explore the causes, impact, and prevention of occupational accidents.
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