Physical Hazards of the Workplace, Second Edition

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