Physical Hazards of the Workplace

The recognition and control of hazards in the work environment are the cornerstone of every company’s safety and health plan. Every workplace contains dangers, especially those devoted to technology, machinery, and potentially hazardous material. This book provides you with the information you need to understand the regulations that provide for facility safety and their successful implementation for profitable management of any business.

FEATURES Explores both occupational and environmental hazards

Describes the workplace threats from machines, confined spaces, chemicals, personnel, cumulative trauma, environmental issues, electricity, noise, fire and explosion, and the risk of falling

Provides measures to protect the eyes, the head, the respiratory system, the circulatory system, and more

Details common fire protection countermeasures from an experienced firefighter and fire instructor

Addresses ladders, scaffolding and OSHA fall protection standards

Includes sections on PPE, laser safety, and forklifts