Industrial Hygiene

Psychosocial hazards are not typically associated with industrial settings, but rather with job-related stress and mental health.

The primary goal of industrial hygiene is to protect workers from health hazards in their work environment.

Asbestos is a fibrous mineral that can cause serious health problems, including lung cancer and mesothelioma.

Risk assessment is the process of identifying, evaluating, and controlling hazards in the workplace.

Bacteria are microorganisms that can cause infections and diseases.

Exposure is the term used to describe the contact of workers with hazardous substances or conditions.

Noise is a physical hazard that can cause hearing loss and other health problems.

Hazard control is the term used to describe the measures taken to control or eliminate hazards in the workplace.

Repetitive motion is an ergonomic hazard that can cause muscle strain and other health problems.

Exposure monitoring is the process of monitoring and measuring hazardous substances or conditions in the workplace.

Safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, and respirators are all examples of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Incident investigation is the process of investigating and analyzing workplace accidents and incidents.

Work practices are an example of an administrative control measure.

Hazard communication is the process of providing workers with information and training on workplace hazards and safety procedures.

Local exhaust ventilation is an example of an engineering control measure.