Activity 3
Complete the table by listing down possible risks to the following hazards.
Answers
In some studies, sneezing, coughing, eye irritation, lung tissue swelling, asthma and throat infections were found to be more prevalent among individuals exposed to occupational dust. Moreover, the symptoms associated with impaired lung function may lead to occupational lung diseases.
Such chemicals may: cause health effects, for example be a respiratory sensitiser or skin irritant or sensitiser; be a physical hazard, for example a flammable, explosive or oxidising chemical; affect the environment, if they are used, stored or disposed of incorrectly
Exposure to vibration could have a negative effect on the health of your employees. It could damage joints, muscles, circulation and sensory nerves. This could lead to considerable pain, time off or even disability.