PHYSICALS HAZARDS
Type of Physical Hazard
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Electrical Hazard
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Radiation Hazard
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Mechanical Hazard
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Extreme Temperature Hazard
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Vibration Hazard
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Pressure Hazard
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Noise Hazard
Definition
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Electrical Hazard
=Flow of electrons (current) through a conductor
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Radiation Hazard
=Energy transmitted in waves or a stream of particles
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Mechanical Hazard
=Those associated with power driven machine weather automated or manually operated machines driven by hydraulic or electrical power.
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Extreme Temperature Hazard
=Excessive heat or cold causes lack of productivity, physical damage or even death
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Vibration Hazard
=Refers to the movement of solid objects where amplitude and frequency produced causes harm to those exposed to it.
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Pressure Hazard
=Force when you produce when you press hard on something
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Noise Hazard
=Any unwanted sound.
“Unwanted” as it may cause physical injury to the body, disturbance or annoyance
