List of Occupational Health Hazards
(how many can you tick at your workplace?)
- Chemical
- Dusts
- Fibres
- Fumes
- Gases
- Mists/Aerosols
- Vapors
- Physical
- Noise
- Temperature Extremes
- Illumination
- Vibration
- Pressure (atmospheric)
- Radiation
- Biological
- Micro (bacteria, viruses, fungi, molds, mites)
- Macro (insects, parasites, plants and animals)
- Ergonomic
- Physical stress (repetitive motion, heavy lifting, awkward or static postures, fatigue etc)
- Psychological stress (monotony, perceptual confusions or overload)
Excerpt from Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) Guide to managing risk, pages 48-50 Available here
and remember: TAKE SAFETY HOME WITH YOU