workplace hazard
Occupational safety concern
A workplace hazard is any condition, substance, or practice that poses risk of injury, illness, or death to workers.
Physical hazards include machinery, falls, and electrical dangers.
Chemical hazards involve toxic substances.
Ergonomic hazards cause strain from repetitive motion or poor posture.
Psychosocial hazards encompass stress and harassment.
The safety inspector identified several workplace hazards during her audit.
- fumesAirborne chemical irritants
- chemical spillAccidental release of toxins
- fallDescend under gravity
- noiseUnwanted auditory disturbance
- power toolsMotor-driven implements
carcinogens · cut · burnout · heavy metals · radiation exposure · confined spaces · infectious agents · job insecurity · extreme temperatures · heavy lifting · back injury · repetitive strain · trip · wet floor · discrimination · harassment · asbestos · toxic substances
- safetysafety helmet, airbag, alert, occupational safety, danger
- injuriesbruise, fracture, sprain, fractures, concussion
workplace hazardworkplace safety
Harm prevention at jobs
occupational safety · safety measure · safety protocol · protective measure · OSHA compliance