Unit 1 KA1 Flashcards
1
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What is a hazard?
A
a source of poteintial harm
2
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What is a risk?
A
A potential source of a hazard
3
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Chemical hazard
A
substances that cause harm/damage to the body, property or enviroment
4
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Physical hazard
A
conditions or situations that can cause the body physical harm or intense stress
can be natural or man made elements
5
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Biological hazard
A
biological agents that can cause harm to human body
6
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Radiation hazard
A
harm or damage the human body by directly affecting cells
7
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Psychological hazard
A
created during work related stress or a stressful enviroment
8
Q
What are the preferred methods of control?
most to least
A
elimination, substitution, isolation, education, physical
9
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What are control measures?
A
saftey precautions
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