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INTRODUCTORY ACTIVITY:
Instruction:
Watch the video carefully and after watching, answer the quiz provided below.
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Instruction: Carefully read the questions and choose the correct answer.
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OBJECTIVES:
OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the lesson the learners should be able to:
Evaluate workplace hazards and implement appropriate safety measures to mitigate risks.
Demonstrate a commitment to workplace safety by valuing safe practices, actively participating in safety initiatives, and promoting a safety conscious environment through a reflection paper.
Perform essential safety procedures and utilize appropriate protective equipment effectively in various simulated and real-world workplace scenarios.
LET'S LEARN!
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1. What are Workplace Hazards?
- Workplace hazards are any source of potential damage, harm, or adverse health effects on workers.
-World Health Organization (WHO) defines occupational hazards as risks in the work environment that can cause injury, illness, or death. (https://www.who.int/tools/occupational-hazards-in-health-sector)
1.Types of Workplace Hazards
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Physical Hazards: refers to the factors or conditions within the environment that can harm your health.
Examples: Noise, radiation, extreme temperatures, electrical hazards, trip hazards (e.g., wet floors, loose cables).
Consequences: Hearing loss, burns, electric shock, falls, and injuries.
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Chemical Hazards: refers to any forms of chemicals including medications, solutions, gases, vapors, aerosols, and particulate matter that are potentially toxic or irritating to the body system.
Examples: Chemical spills, exposure to toxic substances (e.g., acids, solvents, gases).
Consequences: Respiratory issues, skin irritation, poisoning, or long-term illnesses like cancer.
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Biological Hazards: disease producing agents (pathogens) that can be transmitted to individuals through various routes of exposure (modes of transmission). Exposure to these hazards may result in acute or chronic health conditions.
Examples: Exposure to bacteria, viruses, fungi, or bodily fluids.
Consequences: Infections, diseases (e.g., COVID-19, hepatitis).
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Ergonomic Hazards: Ergonomic hazards are physical factors in the environment that may cause musculoskeletal injuries.
Examples: Poor workstation setup, repetitive motions, heavy lifting.
Consequences: Musculoskeletal disorders (e.g., back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome).
Classification of Hazards:
Based on their nature: physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic (e.g., stress, workplace violence).
Potential Consequences of Exposure:
Short-term: Injuries, acute illnesses.
Long-term: Chronic diseases, disabilities, or fatalities.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
What is PPE?
PPE refers to equipment worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses.
2.Types of PPE
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Head Protection: an item of personal protective equipment (PPE), which is generally designed to protect the scalp area and sometimes the jaw as well.
Example: Hard hats.
Purpose: Protects against falling objects, impacts, and electrical shocks.
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Eye and Face Protection: safety glasses, goggles, and face shields designed to safeguard the eyes and face from workplace hazards such as flying particles, chemicals, or radiation
Example: Safety glasses, face shields.
Purpose: Prevents eye injuries from flying debris, chemicals, or radiation.
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Hand Protection: It is designed to guard against a wide range of hazards, including:
cuts and abrasions;
extreme temperatures;
skin irritation and dermatitis; and
contact with toxic or corrosive substances.
Example: Gloves (chemical-resistant, cut-resistant, heat-resistant).
Purpose: Shields hands from chemicals, cuts, burns, and infections.
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Respiratory Protection: used to protect the individual wearer against the inhalation of hazardous substances in the workplace air.
Example: Respirators, masks.
Purpose: Protects against inhalation of harmful dust, fumes, or gases.
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Body Protection: is designed to protect workers from serious workplace injuries or illnesses resulting from contact with chemical, radiological, physical, electrical, mechanical, or other workplace hazards.
Example: Coveralls, aprons.
Purpose: Protects against chemical spills, extreme temperatures, and biological hazards.
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Proper Use of PPE:
Ensure PPE fits properly and is worn consistently during hazardous tasks.
Follow manufacturer instructions for maintenance and replacement.
Selecting Appropriate PPE:
Assess the specific hazards of the task.
Choose PPE that meets safety standards (e.g., OSHA, WHO guidelines).
General Safety Guidelines
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Key Safety Rules and Procedures:
Always follow workplace safety protocols.
Report unsafe conditions or incidents immediately.
Use tools and equipment properly.
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Prohibition Signs: a type of sign used to try and prevent various activities in certain situations. They’re commonly used to identify actions that are either not authorized because they do not conform to the rules and regulations of a given area, or that those actions could potentially cause a risk to the health and safety of bystanders.
Red circles with a diagonal line (e.g., "No Smoking").
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Warning Signs: alert personnel and visitors to health and safety hazards beyond those identified in the caution sign
Yellow triangles (e.g., "Caution: Wet Floor")
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Mandatory Signs: used to show actions or behaviors that are to be implemented within a workplace or area of public access to comply with relevant health and safety regulations
Blue circles (e.g., "Wear Safety gloves").
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Emergency Signs: symbols that indicate emergency exits and doors, escape routes, and signs that direct to first aid or emergency equipment.
Green rectangles (e.g., "Emergency Exit").
>Importance of Following Safety Guidelines:
Prevents accidents, injuries, and fatalities.
Ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Promotes a culture of safety in the workplace.
>Emergency Procedures:
Know the location of emergency exits, fire extinguishers, and first aid kits.
Follow evacuation plans during emergencies (e.g., fire, chemical spill).
Use safety equipment (e.g., fire blankets, eye wash stations) as need.
PRACTICE EXERCISE!
ACCESS THE LINK FOR THE QUIZ!
Instruction: Carefully read the questions and choose the correct answer.
LINK: Quizizz!
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PERFORMANCE TASK!
Performance Task: Simulated Scenario Safety Analysis
Instructions:
1. Analyze the Scenario:
- Identify 3 hazards and explain their risks.
2. Select PPE:
- Choose appropriate PPE for each hazard and justify your choices.
3. Outline Safety Procedures:
- Provide clear, step-by-step procedures to address the hazards.
4. Create a Video:
- Present your analysis in a 5-7 minute video covering:
- Scenario overview
- Hazard identification
- PPE selection and justification
- Safety procedures
- Conclusion
TAKE NOTE: IF RESOURCES ARE LACKING, ALTERNATIVES ARE ALLOWED JUST PUT A NAME LABEL ON IT.
Submission:
- Submit your video here: PPE PERFORMANCE TASK!
- Include your name, date, and scenario title in the video.
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