1. Hazard Identification OHS3020A In this section you will develop skills and knowledge in: Identifying work place hazards

4. There are Six types of hazards: Infections, bacteria, viruses (hepatitis A & B, HIV) parasitic infections Biological Stress, shift work, harassment, discrimination Psychological X-rays, gamma rays, microwaves, ultraviolet , infra red, lasers Radiation Poor design of tools & equipment, job/task, workstation, manual handling (lifting carrying, keyboard work, overuse injuries Ergonomic Noise, vibration, lighting, electrical, hot & cold, fire & explosion, machinery Physical Gases, dusts, fumes, vapours, liquids Chemical

5. Examples of the effects these hazards may have in the workplace High blood pressure, headaches, migraines, anxiety, depression, absenteeism Stress caused by bullying, intimidation, violence conflict time pressures Psychological Respiratory diseases, hepatitis A& B, HIV, allergies, legionnaire's disease, Q fever Viruses, fungi, parasites, bacteria Biological Burns, cancer, damaged eyesight, blindness cataracts Welding flash, sunburn from outdoor work, exposure to X-rays, lasers, microwaves Radiation Sprains & strains, fractures Lifting & carrying, overuse injuries from poorly designed work areas, and tasks Ergonomic Cuts, amputations, tinnitus & permanent hearing loss, bruises, dislocations, fractures, death, frostbite, heat stress/stroke, organ & muscle damage Electricity lightening, being hit by moving objects, unguarded machinery, effects of heat & cold, exposure to noise & vibration, slips, trips, Physical Dermatitis, cancer, silicosis, asbestosis, mesothelioma, burns, respiratory illnesses, Handling, breathing fumes & vapours of solvents, acids, heavy metals. Dusts from grinding, sawing, asbestos, silica etc Chemical Outcome Example Hazard

6. The Hazard Management Process Identify the Hazards Assess the risks Control the Risks Review