eye hazards in occupational settings Flashcards
amount of workers that sustain job-related eye injuries each day
2000
3 hazards in construction and manufacturing
projectiles
chemicals
radiation
2 hazards in laboratories
chemical splashes
lasers
3 hazards in healthcare
biohazards
chemicals
lasers
3 hazards in agriculture
organic matter
chemicals
uv radiation
2 hazard in office setting
digital eye strain
improper lighting
2 hazard in food processing
cold/hot steam and splashes
chemical exposure
2 hazards in transportation
glare
dust and particles
2 hazards in forestry and fishing
branches, twigs
hooks and lines
2 hazards in mining
dust and particles
explosions and bright lights
2 protective measures against eye hazards
emphasis on PPE use
importance of risk assessments, safety training, protocols