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HAZARDS - Coggle Diagram
HAZARDS
Biological
bacterial infections
virus
fungi
bodily fluids
Working conditions
moving and handling
equipment
Working practices
working hours and breaks
supervision
Environmental
temperature
noise
Physical
trip and slips
radiations
Lack of security systems
doors and windows
security system
Chemicals
cleaning products e.g bleach in open places
medications e.g misplacing or recklessly leaving medicines out.
IMPACTS OF HAZARDS
poor physical health
E.g stress
poor mental health
E.g depression
Financial loss
E. G treatment cost for illness and injuries
physical harm
E.g musculoskeletal disorder
infections
E.g hospital acquired infections
illness
E.g virus outbreak
poor standard of care
E.g loss of trust in the health care system
WAYS TO REDUCE RISKS
Display health and safety signs / information clearly
Staff training and supervision
Deal with potential hazards promptly
Appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Keep health and safety procedures up to date
Keep areas clean and well maintained
have clear health and safety policies and procedures