14-1 Health & Safety Regulations Business U

Chemical/Biological Hazards are:

• substances that pose a threat to health

• harmless substances

• substances that improve health

• substances used in cooking

Environmental hazards are:

• natural disasters like earthquakes and floods

• man-made problems like pollution and deforestation

• both natural and man-made factors that can harm the environment

• none of the above

What is a Hazard?

• A potential source of harm or adverse health effect on a person or persons

• A type of insurance policy

• A safety equipment

• A workplace regulation

Mechanical hazards are associated with which of the following?

• Electrical systems

• Moving machinery parts

• Chemical reactions

• Biological agents

OSHA stands for ______ and its purpose is to ensure safe and healthy working conditions.

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration

• Occupational Safety and Health Association

• Occupational Safety and Health Agency

• Occupational Safety and Health Alliance

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is:

• A type of clothing

• A type of equipment used to protect individuals from hazards

• A type of medical device

• A type of exercise gear

What are Physical Hazards?

• Physical hazards are environmental factors that can harm the body without necessarily touching it, such as radiation, heat, cold stress, and noise.

• Physical hazards are biological agents that can cause disease in humans.

• Physical hazards are chemical substances that can cause harm to the environment.

• Physical hazards are ergonomic factors that can cause musculoskeletal injuries.

What is a chemical hazard?

• A bacteria, virus, or organisms that harms humans and their health

• A substance that causes harms to humans and their health

• A extreme event that occurs naturally and harms humans and potentially their health.

Which of the following is an example of a physical hazard in the workplace?

• C) Sunlight

• D) Wind

• A) Slippery floors

• B) Loud music

Imagine you're a scientist like Anika, working in a lab filled with mysterious substances. What specialized clothing or equipment should Anika wear to protect herself against infectious materials, as defined by OSHA?

• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

• Locked Lab door

• Biosafety Level 2

• PCA (Personal Care Attire)