Types of Hazards

Following are different types of hazards?

1. Chemical Hazards: Dust, gas, fumes, vapour, mist, liquid) of toxemic gasses, smoke. Environmental contamination, particulates.

2. Physical Hazards: Ionizing, non-ionizing, noise, smoking.

3. Ergonomic Hazards: Rules of work Inadequate or Worn Out Chairs, Poor Posture Due to Device Placement, Prolonged Periods of Sitting.

4. Electrical Hazards: Inadequately insulated line wires (wiring, power panels, outlets).

5. Biological Hazards: Bacteria, virus, Fungi etc.

6. Mechanical Hazards: Inadequately guarded machines parts, vehicle, lifting, sheer points, other moving parts etc.

7. Psychological Hazards: Harassment, salary, OT, stress.

8. Environmental Hazards: Sea, desert, weather.

Note: Atmospheric hazards such as oxygen deficiency, presence of flammable gases and vapours, presence of toxic gases and vapours.

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Types of Hazards