Hazard is a word that you hear a lot when discussing health and safety.
It can cover a wide variety of things; let’s cover this in more detail so you know what to do with the hazards in your workplace.
What is a hazard?
A hazard is something that has the potential to cause:
Hazards generally fall into six broad categories:
Some common hazards found in the workplace include:
Some hazards are easier to identify that others. Hazards that are more difficult to spot include noise, radiation and stress.
How can I control hazards in my workplace?
Hazards come in many different forms, and they all require different control measures and procedures depending on the hazard.
Contact us on 01394 389683 or firstname.lastname@example.org if you have any questions about hazards in your workplace.
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