Occupational Disease - Darcy Griffin | Library

Instructions

Complete the following questions about Occupational Disease - some of the slides have been removed. Feel free to consult the full slideshow in Classroom AND/OR the textbook if needed.

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Occupational disease can develop hours, weeks, months, or years after exposure.

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Each occupational hazard will belong to one of the four categories (see slide)

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What is an example of a (workplace) chemical hazard

Covid-19

Chemical Hazard

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Match the type/form of chemical hazard to its definition.

Draggable item		Corresponding Item
Smokes		Substance in the form of finely divided solid particles of material
Dust/Fibres

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What are 3 physical hazards would you may encounter working on a highway construction/repair crew?

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What is an example of a biological (bio) hazard?

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All __________________ hazards come from _________________  factors or hazards.

What item(s) of PPE could a welder wear that would protect their respiratory system?

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What item(s) of PPE might they wear to protect their eyes and skin from ultraviolet light?

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What are the 4 main routes that through which a toxin can enter the system?

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The lower-respiratory tract is the first area affected by an inhaled hazard.

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Why do you think toxins can be absorbed more easily in areas like the eyes, nose, and mouth?

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What type(s) of PPE can we wear to prevent absorbing hazardous materials?

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Outside of healthcare you do not need to be concerned about needle injuries.

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Draggable item		Corresponding Item
Smokes		Substance in the form of finely divided solid particles of material
Dust/Fibres		Liquid particles suspended in air
Fumes		Particles formed when material condenses in cooler air
Vapors		Gas from a normally solid or liquid material that has evaporated
Aerosols		Solid or liquid particles resulting from incomplete combustion