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A
Absorption
– The entry of a substance into the body through broken or unbroken skin.
– The entry of a substance into the body through broken or unbroken skin.
Accident
– An unplanned event that results in harm to people, damage to property or loss to process.
– An unplanned event that results in harm to people, damage to property or loss to process.
Accident Causation
– The many factors that act together to cause accidents. They include: personal factors, job factors, and lack of management control factors.
– The many factors that act together to cause accidents. They include: personal factors, job factors, and lack of management control factors.
Personal factors:
} inadequate capability
} lack of knowledge/skill
} improper motivation
} stress
Job factors:
} inadequate leadership or supervision
} inadequate engineering
} inadequate purchasing
} inadequate maintenance
} inadequate work standards/procedures
} inadequate hazard controls
Lack of management control factors:
} inadequate program
} inadequate program standards
} inadequate compliance with standards
} inadequate hazard controls
Accident Investigation
– The process of systematically gathering and analyzing information about an accident. This is done for the purposes of identifying causes and making
recommendations to prevent the accident from happening again.
– The process of systematically gathering and analyzing information about an accident. This is done for the purposes of identifying causes and making
recommendations to prevent the accident from happening again.
Accident Prevention
– The systematic application of recognized principles to reduce incidents, accidents, or the accident potential of a system or organization.
– The systematic application of recognized principles to reduce incidents, accidents, or the accident potential of a system or organization.
Acute Effect
– A change that occurs in the body within a relatively short time (minutes, hours, days) following exposure to a substance.
– A change that occurs in the body within a relatively short time (minutes, hours, days) following exposure to a substance.
Acute Exposure
– A single exposure to a hazardous agent.
– A single exposure to a hazardous agent.
Additive Effects
– The health effects of a mixture which are equal to the sum of the
– The health effects of a mixture which are equal to the sum of the
Effects of the components of the mixture
Administrative Controls
– A category of hazard control that uses administrative/ management involvement in order to minimize employee exposure to the hazard. Some examples
are:
– A category of hazard control that uses administrative/ management involvement in order to minimize employee exposure to the hazard. Some examples
are:
} job enrichment
} job rotation
} work/rest schedules
} work rates
} periods of adjustment
Agenda
– A plan or list of items to be considered at a meeting. It is usually circulated to members in advance of the meeting so that they are aware of what
will be discussed.
– A plan or list of items to be considered at a meeting. It is usually circulated to members in advance of the meeting so that they are aware of what
will be discussed.
Agent
– Any substance, force, organism or influence that affects the body, a part of the body, or any of its functions. The effects may be beneficial or
harmful.
– Any substance, force, organism or influence that affects the body, a part of the body, or any of its functions. The effects may be beneficial or
harmful.
American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH)
– An organization of industrial hygiene professionals that develops occupational health and safety programs. ACGIH develops and publishes recommended
occupational exposure limits for hundreds of chemical substances and physical agents (see Threshold Limit Value).
– An organization of industrial hygiene professionals that develops occupational health and safety programs. ACGIH develops and publishes recommended
occupational exposure limits for hundreds of chemical substances and physical agents (see Threshold Limit Value).
Area Sampling
– Collection and analysis of representative samples of air in general work areas in order to determine the concentrations of any contaminants that are
present.
– Collection and analysis of representative samples of air in general work areas in order to determine the concentrations of any contaminants that are
present.
Asphyxiant
– A vapour or gas that can either reduce the oxygen content in the air or interfere with the body’s ability to use oxygen. Exposure to an asphyxiant
can result in unconsciousness or death due to being unable to breathe.
– A vapour or gas that can either reduce the oxygen content in the air or interfere with the body’s ability to use oxygen. Exposure to an asphyxiant
can result in unconsciousness or death due to being unable to breathe.
Audiometric Testing
– Tests that are conducted to determine the hearing ability of a person. These tests may be used to establish an employee’s baseline hearing, to
identify any subsequent hearing loss, and to monitor the effectiveness of noise controls.
– Tests that are conducted to determine the hearing ability of a person. These tests may be used to establish an employee’s baseline hearing, to
identify any subsequent hearing loss, and to monitor the effectiveness of noise controls.
B
Barrier Cream
– A cream designed to protect the hands and other parts of the skin from exposure to harmful agents. Barrier cream is also known as protective hand
cream.
– A cream designed to protect the hands and other parts of the skin from exposure to harmful agents. Barrier cream is also known as protective hand
cream.
Bilateral Work Stoppage
– Stoppage of work under the direction of the worker certified member and the management certified member when both members have reason to believe that
dangerous circumstances exist.
– Stoppage of work under the direction of the worker certified member and the management certified member when both members have reason to believe that
dangerous circumstances exist.
Biological Agent
– Any living organism (for example, virus or bacteria) that affects the body, a part of the body, or any of its functions. The effects may be
beneficial
– Any living organism (for example, virus or bacteria) that affects the body, a part of the body, or any of its functions. The effects may be
beneficial
or harmful.
Biological Monitoring
– The use of medical tests (for example, blood, urine, exhaled air) to determine whether a person has been or is being exposed to a substance.
– The use of medical tests (for example, blood, urine, exhaled air) to determine whether a person has been or is being exposed to a substance.
Boiling Point
– The temperature at which a liquid changes to a vapour.
– The temperature at which a liquid changes to a vapour.
Bonding
– The use of low-resistance material to connect two or more conductive objects that would likely undergo a build-up of static electricity. Bonding
prevents the unwanted release of electrical energy, such as sparks. E.g., transferring of one flammable liquid from one container to another can
release electrical energy if it is not bonded.
– The use of low-resistance material to connect two or more conductive objects that would likely undergo a build-up of static electricity. Bonding
prevents the unwanted release of electrical energy, such as sparks. E.g., transferring of one flammable liquid from one container to another can
release electrical energy if it is not bonded.
Breathing Zone
– The area surrounding the worker’s head. The make-up of air in this area is thought to be representative of the air that is actually breathed in by
the worker.
– The area surrounding the worker’s head. The make-up of air in this area is thought to be representative of the air that is actually breathed in by
the worker.
By-Product
– The product formed or released by a material during use in a process. This is produced in addition to the principle product. A by-product may be
toxic, flammable or explosive.
– The product formed or released by a material during use in a process. This is produced in addition to the principle product. A by-product may be
toxic, flammable or explosive.
C
Cancer
– A disease characterized by an abnormal growth of cells.
– A disease characterized by an abnormal growth of cells.
Carcinogen
– A chemical, physical or biological agent that can cause cancer in humans or animals.
– A chemical, physical or biological agent that can cause cancer in humans or animals.
Certified Member
– A worker or management member of a joint health and safety committee who has successfully completed a special health and safety training program
developed under an outside agency, that has been approved by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board of Ontario.
– A worker or management member of a joint health and safety committee who has successfully completed a special health and safety training program
developed under an outside agency, that has been approved by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board of Ontario.
Chemical Agent
– A chemical substance that affects the body, a part of the body, or any of its functions. The effects may be beneficial or harmful.
– A chemical substance that affects the body, a part of the body, or any of its functions. The effects may be beneficial or harmful.
Chronic Effect
– A change that occurs in the body over a relatively long time (weeks, months, years) following repeated exposure or a single over-exposure to a substance.
– A change that occurs in the body over a relatively long time (weeks, months, years) following repeated exposure or a single over-exposure to a substance.
Chronic Exposure
– Repeated exposure to a hazardous agent.
– Repeated exposure to a hazardous agent.
Combustible
– Capable of catching fire and burning, usually a material that has a flash
– Capable of catching fire and burning, usually a material that has a flash
point above 37.8°C. See also flammable.
Compensable Injury
– An injury for which the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (in Ontario) or a workplace compensation board of a jurisdiction will provide compensation
because it arose out of and in the course of work.
– An injury for which the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (in Ontario) or a workplace compensation board of a jurisdiction will provide compensation
because it arose out of and in the course of work.
Compensation Claim
– A claim filed with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (in Ontario) or a workplace compensation board of a jurisdiction by or on behalf of an
employee who has suffered a disabling injury or illness, or death, arising out of and in the course of work.
– A claim filed with the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (in Ontario) or a workplace compensation board of a jurisdiction by or on behalf of an
employee who has suffered a disabling injury or illness, or death, arising out of and in the course of work.
Competent Person
– The Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario defines a
– The Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario defines a
competent person as a person who:
} is qualified because of his or her knowledge, training and experience to organize
the work and its performance;
} is familiar with the provisions of this Act and the regulations that apply to the work; and
} has knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the workplace.
Confined Space
– A space in which a hazardous gas, vapour, dust or fume may collect
– A space in which a hazardous gas, vapour, dust or fume may collect
or in which oxygen may be used up because of the construction of the space, its location, contents, or the work activity carried out in it. It is an
area which is not designed for continuous human occupancy and has limited opening for entry, exits or ventilation.
area which is not designed for continuous human occupancy and has limited opening for entry, exits or ventilation.
Contaminant
– An unwanted material (for example, radioactive, biological or chemical) that is likely to harm the quality of the working environment. The most
common workplace contaminants are chemicals that may be present in the form of dusts, fumes, gases or vapours.
– An unwanted material (for example, radioactive, biological or chemical) that is likely to harm the quality of the working environment. The most
common workplace contaminants are chemicals that may be present in the form of dusts, fumes, gases or vapours.
Controlled Product
– Any product or ingredient that meets the criteria for one or more of the classes of hazards established by the Workplace Hazardous Materials
Information System (WHMIS). The classes are:
– Any product or ingredient that meets the criteria for one or more of the classes of hazards established by the Workplace Hazardous Materials
Information System (WHMIS). The classes are:
} compressed gas
} flammable and combustible materials
} oxidizing materials
} poisonous and infectious materials
} corrosive materials
} dangerously reactive materials
Use of these materials in the workplace is regulated under provincial workplace health and safety laws.
Controls
– Measures designed to eliminate or reduce hazards or hazardous exposures. Examples include: engineering controls, administrative controls, personal
protective equipment. Hazards can be controlled at the source, along the path to the worker, or
– Measures designed to eliminate or reduce hazards or hazardous exposures. Examples include: engineering controls, administrative controls, personal
protective equipment. Hazards can be controlled at the source, along the path to the worker, or
at the worker.
Corrosive
– A substance that will burn the skin or eyes on contact.
– A substance that will burn the skin or eyes on contact.
Critical Injury
– The Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario defines critical
– The Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario defines critical
injury as serious injury that:
} is life-threatening
} produces unconsciousness
} results in a substantial loss of blood
} involves the fracture of a leg or arm (but not a finger or toe)
} involves the amputation of a leg, arm, hand or foot (but not a finger or toe)
} consists of burns to a major portion of the body
} causes the loss of sight in an eye
Critical Parts or Items
– The parts of machinery, equipment, materials, structures or other areas that are more likely than other components to result in a major problem or loss
when worn, damaged, abused, misused, or improperly applied.
– The parts of machinery, equipment, materials, structures or other areas that are more likely than other components to result in a major problem or loss
when worn, damaged, abused, misused, or improperly applied.
Cumulative Trauma Disorder –repetitive strain injury
.
D
Danger Zone
– An area or location where the probability of injury is high
– An area or location where the probability of injury is high
Decomposition
– The breakdown of a material or substance (by heat, chemical reaction, rotting or other process) into parts or elements.
– The breakdown of a material or substance (by heat, chemical reaction, rotting or other process) into parts or elements.
Dermal
– Relating to the skin.
– Relating to the skin.
Dermatitis
– Inflammation of the skin. Symptoms of dermatitis may include: redness,
– Inflammation of the skin. Symptoms of dermatitis may include: redness,
blisters, and cracks in the skin.
Designated Substance
– A biological, chemical, or physical agent specified as a designated substance by a regulation made under the Occupational Health and Safety Act of
Ontario. Designated substances are substances that are known to be particularly
– A biological, chemical, or physical agent specified as a designated substance by a regulation made under the Occupational Health and Safety Act of
Ontario. Designated substances are substances that are known to be particularly
hazardous. The use of a designated substance in the workplace may either be not allowed
or strictly controlled by law.
Dilution Ventilation
– See ventilation.
– See ventilation.
Disabling Injury
– An injury that prevents a person from coming to work or doing his or her usual job duties.
– An injury that prevents a person from coming to work or doing his or her usual job duties.
Due Diligence
– The taking of every precaution reasonable in the circumstances for the protection of the health and safety of workers.
– The taking of every precaution reasonable in the circumstances for the protection of the health and safety of workers.
Dust
– Fine particles of a solid that can remain suspended in air. The particle size of a dust is larger than that of a fume. Dusts are produced by
mechanical action, such as grinding. Some dusts may be harmful to an employee’s health. See respirable particles.
– Fine particles of a solid that can remain suspended in air. The particle size of a dust is larger than that of a fume. Dusts are produced by
mechanical action, such as grinding. Some dusts may be harmful to an employee’s health. See respirable particles.
E
Embryotoxin
– An agent that is harmful or poisonous to unborn children up to the end
– An agent that is harmful or poisonous to unborn children up to the end
of the eighth week of development. See also teratogen.
Emergency Plan
– Detailed procedures for responding to an emergency, such as a fire or explosion, a chemical spill, or an uncontrolled release of energy. An emergency
plan is necessary to keep order, and minimize the effects of the disaster.
– Detailed procedures for responding to an emergency, such as a fire or explosion, a chemical spill, or an uncontrolled release of energy. An emergency
plan is necessary to keep order, and minimize the effects of the disaster.
Engineering Controls
– A category of hazard control that uses physical/engineering methods to eliminate or minimize the hazard. Examples of engineering controls include:
ventilation, isolation, elimination, enclosure, substitution and design of the workplace or equipment.
– A category of hazard control that uses physical/engineering methods to eliminate or minimize the hazard. Examples of engineering controls include:
ventilation, isolation, elimination, enclosure, substitution and design of the workplace or equipment.
Environment
– The surrounding conditions, influences, and forces to which an employee is exposed in the workplace.
– The surrounding conditions, influences, and forces to which an employee is exposed in the workplace.
Epidemiology
– The science that deals with the study of disease in a general population. The rate of occurrence and distribution of a particular disease (by age, gender
or occupation) may provide information about the causes of disease.
– The science that deals with the study of disease in a general population. The rate of occurrence and distribution of a particular disease (by age, gender
or occupation) may provide information about the causes of disease.
Ergonomics
– An applied science that studies the interaction between people and the work environment. It focuses on matching the job to the worker.
– An applied science that studies the interaction between people and the work environment. It focuses on matching the job to the worker.
Evaporation
– The process by which a liquid, without reaching its boiling point, changes into a vapour and mixes with the air.
– The process by which a liquid, without reaching its boiling point, changes into a vapour and mixes with the air.
Explosive
– A substance, mixture or compound that is capable of producing an explosion.
– A substance, mixture or compound that is capable of producing an explosion.
Exposure Records
– The records kept by an employer, or company doctor or nurse of an employee’s exposure to a hazardous material or physical agent in the workplace. These
records show the time, level and length of exposure for each substance or
– The records kept by an employer, or company doctor or nurse of an employee’s exposure to a hazardous material or physical agent in the workplace. These
records show the time, level and length of exposure for each substance or
agent involved.
Exposure Values
– The airborne concentrations of a biological, chemical, or physical
– The airborne concentrations of a biological, chemical, or physical
agent to which it is believed nearly all workers may be exposed without experiencing any harmful effects.
1. Time Weighted Average Exposure Value (TWAEV)
– The time weighted average concentration or levels of a chemical or biological agent for an 8-hour day or a 40- hour week to which it is believed nearly
all workers may be exposed, day after day, without experiencing harmful effects.
– The time weighted average concentration or levels of a chemical or biological agent for an 8-hour day or a 40- hour week to which it is believed nearly
all workers may be exposed, day after day, without experiencing harmful effects.
2. Short-Term Exposure Value (STEV)
– The maximum airborne concentration of a chemical, biological or physical agent to which workers may be exposed from time
– The maximum airborne concentration of a chemical, biological or physical agent to which workers may be exposed from time
to time, provided that the exposure is for not more than 15 minutes, is not more often than four times in a work day, and at least 60 minutes have elapsed
from the time of the last exposure.
from the time of the last exposure.
3. Ceiling Exposure Value (CEV)
– The maximum exposure to an airborne concentration of a chemical, biological or physical agent that is not to be exceeded for any length of time.
– The maximum exposure to an airborne concentration of a chemical, biological or physical agent that is not to be exceeded for any length of time.
Note:
Recommended exposure values established by ACGIH are known as Threshold Exposure
Recommended exposure values established by ACGIH are known as Threshold Exposure
Values. See
Threshold Limit Values
.
.
F
Fatality
– Death resulting from an accident.
– Death resulting from an accident.
First Aid
– The immediate care given to a person who is injured or who suddenly becomes ill. It can range from disinfecting a cut and applying a bandage to helping
someone who is choking or having a heart attack.
– The immediate care given to a person who is injured or who suddenly becomes ill. It can range from disinfecting a cut and applying a bandage to helping
someone who is choking or having a heart attack.
Flammable
– Capable of easily catching fire and of burning, usually a material that has
– Capable of easily catching fire and of burning, usually a material that has
a flash point below 37.8°C. See also combustible.
Flash Point
– The lowest temperature at which a liquid will give off enough vapours to form a mixture that will burn if ignited. The lower the flash point, the higher
the risk of fire.
– The lowest temperature at which a liquid will give off enough vapours to form a mixture that will burn if ignited. The lower the flash point, the higher
the risk of fire.
Fog
– Suspended droplets of a liquid that are produced by condensation or by the
– Suspended droplets of a liquid that are produced by condensation or by the
breaking up of a liquid (for example, by splashing or foaming).
Frequency
– See injury frequency rate.
– See injury frequency rate.
Fugitive Emission
– A gas, liquid, solid, vapour, fume, mist, fog or dust that escapes from process equipment, emission control equipment or a product.
– A gas, liquid, solid, vapour, fume, mist, fog or dust that escapes from process equipment, emission control equipment or a product.
Fume
– Finely divided solid particles that are formed when a hot metal vapour cools and condenses. Fumes are usually associated with molten metals (for example,
copper, lead or zinc and are often accompanied by a chemical reaction such as oxidation. See
copper, lead or zinc and are often accompanied by a chemical reaction such as oxidation. See
oxidizing agent
.
G
Gas
– A formless substance that expands to occupy the space of its container (for example, methane, acetylene).
– A formless substance that expands to occupy the space of its container (for example, methane, acetylene).
General Exhaust
– See ventilation.
– See ventilation.
General Ventilation
– See ventilation.
– See ventilation.
Glare
– Bright light that interferes with a person’s ability to see. Glare causes discomfort and can lead to eyestrain and headaches.
– Bright light that interferes with a person’s ability to see. Glare causes discomfort and can lead to eyestrain and headaches.
Grounding
– Electrical connection of one or more conductive objects to the earth through the use of metal grounding rods or other devices.
– Electrical connection of one or more conductive objects to the earth through the use of metal grounding rods or other devices.
Guarding
– Use of any device or combination of devices designed to keep any part of a worker’s body out of the danger zone of a machine during its operating cycle.
This usually involves guarding the point of operation, guarding power transmission
– Use of any device or combination of devices designed to keep any part of a worker’s body out of the danger zone of a machine during its operating cycle.
This usually involves guarding the point of operation, guarding power transmission
components by fixed enclosures, and/or protecting the operator and nearby workers from flying fragments.
H
Hazard
– The potential of any machine, equipment, process, material (including
– The potential of any machine, equipment, process, material (including
biological and chemical) or physical factor that may cause harm to people, or damage to property or the environment.
Hazardous Material
– Any substance that may produce adverse health and/or safety effects to people or the environment.
– Any substance that may produce adverse health and/or safety effects to people or the environment.
Health
– The World Health Organization has defined health as more than just the absence of disease. Rather, it is a state of complete physical, mental and social
well-being.
– The World Health Organization has defined health as more than just the absence of disease. Rather, it is a state of complete physical, mental and social
well-being.
Health and Safety Policy
– A policy is a statement of intent, and a commitment to plan for coordinated management action. A policy should provide a clear indication of a company’s
health and safety objectives. This, in turn, will provide direction for the health and safety program. See also health and safety program.
– A policy is a statement of intent, and a commitment to plan for coordinated management action. A policy should provide a clear indication of a company’s
health and safety objectives. This, in turn, will provide direction for the health and safety program. See also health and safety program.
Health and Safety Program
– A systematic combination of activities, procedures, and facilities designed to ensure and maintain a safe and healthy workplace.
– A systematic combination of activities, procedures, and facilities designed to ensure and maintain a safe and healthy workplace.
Health and Safety Representative
– A representative selected under provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario. A representative is usually required in a workplace with
more than five but fewer than 20 employees. In such a workplace, workers must select one employee as a representative. Generally speaking, a health and
– A representative selected under provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario. A representative is usually required in a workplace with
more than five but fewer than 20 employees. In such a workplace, workers must select one employee as a representative. Generally speaking, a health and
safety representative has the same responsibilities and powers as a joint health and safety
committee. See joint health and safety committee.
Health Care
– Under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act of Ontario, health care means:
} the aid of doctors and dentists
} the aid of professionals who practice without drugs
} hospital and nursing services
} artificial body parts and devices which may be necessary as a result of any work- related injury and
} the replacement or repair of such parts and devices when found necessary by the Board
H
Heat Exhaustion
– Overheating of the body. Heat exhaustion can happen when the
– Overheating of the body. Heat exhaustion can happen when the
body loses too much fluid (because of excessive sweating) or when conditions, such as physical activity in a hot environment, prevent sweat from
evaporating into the air.
evaporating into the air.
Heat Stroke
– A potentially deadly condition in which over-exposure to a very hot environment breaks down the body’s ability to control its temperature and cool
itself sufficiently. The body temperature rises to a very high (deadly) level.
– A potentially deadly condition in which over-exposure to a very hot environment breaks down the body’s ability to control its temperature and cool
itself sufficiently. The body temperature rises to a very high (deadly) level.
Housekeeping
– A way of controlling hazards along the path between the source and the worker. Good housekeeping means having no unnecessary items in the workplace
and keeping all necessary items in their proper places. It includes proper cleaning, control of dust, disposal of wastes, clean-up of spills and
maintaining clear aisles, exits, and work areas.
– A way of controlling hazards along the path between the source and the worker. Good housekeeping means having no unnecessary items in the workplace
and keeping all necessary items in their proper places. It includes proper cleaning, control of dust, disposal of wastes, clean-up of spills and
maintaining clear aisles, exits, and work areas.
Human Error
– This term is used today to include not just workers’ errors, but engineering deficiencies and lack of adequate organizational controls which together
account for the majority of accidents.
– This term is used today to include not just workers’ errors, but engineering deficiencies and lack of adequate organizational controls which together
account for the majority of accidents.
Hygiene Practices
– A broad term for personal health habits that may reduce or prevent the exposure of a worker to chemical or biological substances. Hygiene practices
include:
– A broad term for personal health habits that may reduce or prevent the exposure of a worker to chemical or biological substances. Hygiene practices
include:
} not smoking, eating or drinking in the work area
} washing up before breaks and meals
} removing contaminated clothing before leaving work
} keeping street clothes separate from contaminated work clothing.
Hypersensitive
– The condition of being reactive to substances that normally would not affect most people.
– The condition of being reactive to substances that normally would not affect most people.
Hypothermia
– A condition in which body temperature drops below normal (36°C or 96.8°F). It most frequently develops from being exposed to very low temperatures.
Hypothermia can cause death.
– A condition in which body temperature drops below normal (36°C or 96.8°F). It most frequently develops from being exposed to very low temperatures.
Hypothermia can cause death.
I
Ignition Source
– A source of energy, such as heat, flame, sparks or static electricity,
– A source of energy, such as heat, flame, sparks or static electricity,
that is capable of causing a fuel mixture to burn.
Incident
– An unwanted event which, in different circumstances, could have resulted in harm to people, damage to property or loss to a process. Also known as a near miss.
– An unwanted event which, in different circumstances, could have resulted in harm to people, damage to property or loss to a process. Also known as a near miss.
Incident Investigation
– The process of systematically gathering and analyzing information about an incident. This is done for the purposes of identifying causes and making
recommendations to prevent the incident from happening again.
– The process of systematically gathering and analyzing information about an incident. This is done for the purposes of identifying causes and making
recommendations to prevent the incident from happening again.
Incompatible
– A term used to describe materials that could cause dangerous reactions if they come in direct contact with one another.
– A term used to describe materials that could cause dangerous reactions if they come in direct contact with one another.
Industrial Hygiene
– A science that deals with the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of hazards in the workplace. These hazards may cause sickness, harm
to employee health, discomfort, and inefficient performance on the job. Also known
– A science that deals with the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of hazards in the workplace. These hazards may cause sickness, harm
to employee health, discomfort, and inefficient performance on the job. Also known
as occupational hygiene.
Ingestion
– The swallowing of a substance.
– The swallowing of a substance.
Inhalation
– The breathing in of an airborne gas, vapour, fume, mist or dust.
– The breathing in of an airborne gas, vapour, fume, mist or dust.
Injection
– To force or drive liquid or gas into the body.
– To force or drive liquid or gas into the body.
Injury Analysis
– The process of systematically evaluating injury statistics to identify trends in such areas as:
– The process of systematically evaluating injury statistics to identify trends in such areas as:
} age, gender, occupation of those getting injured on the job
} part of body involved
} machinery involved
} process or work activity involved
} time of day
} location
} frequency (see injury frequency rate)
} severity (see injury severity rate)
Injury Frequency Rate
– The number of compensable injuries per 200,000 employee-
– The number of compensable injuries per 200,000 employee-
hours of exposure. The following formula is used to calculate the injury frequency rate:
Number of Compensable Injuries X 200,000 Hours
T
otal Hours Worked
otal Hours Worked
Injury Severity Rate
– A number that relates total days lost due to compensable injuries to the total hours worked during a specific period. The following formula is used
to calculate the injury severity rate:
– A number that relates total days lost due to compensable injuries to the total hours worked during a specific period. The following formula is used
to calculate the injury severity rate:
Number of Days Lost X 200,000 Hours
T
otal Hours Worked
otal Hours Worked
Inspection
– See workplace inspection.
– See workplace inspection.
Irritant
– A substance which, in sufficient quantities, can inflame or irritate the eyes, skin
– A substance which, in sufficient quantities, can inflame or irritate the eyes, skin
or respiratory system (lungs, etc.). Symptoms include pain and reddening.
J
Job
– The sum of all tasks carried out by a person toward the completion of some goal. K
– The sum of all tasks carried out by a person toward the completion of some goal. K
Job Design
– The planning of a job and the establishment of procedures for performing that job so that the potential for injury and illness is reduced or
eliminated. See also ergonomics.
– The planning of a job and the establishment of procedures for performing that job so that the potential for injury and illness is reduced or
eliminated. See also ergonomics.
Job Enrichment
– Adding one or more related tasks or functions to an existing job. These may include some managerial functions (for example, planning, organizing,
controlling).
– Adding one or more related tasks or functions to an existing job. These may include some managerial functions (for example, planning, organizing,
controlling).
Job Hazard Analysis
– See task analysis.
– See task analysis.
Job Rotation
– Moving an employee to one or more related jobs during a work shift.
– Moving an employee to one or more related jobs during a work shift.
Joint Health and Safety Committee
– A committee established under provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario. Joint health and safety committees are
generally required in workplaces with 20 or more workers. At least half the members of the committee must be workers who do not exercise managerial
functions; the
– A committee established under provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario. Joint health and safety committees are
generally required in workplaces with 20 or more workers. At least half the members of the committee must be workers who do not exercise managerial
functions; the
worker members must be selected by the workers or, where there is one, the trade union. Management must appoint the remaining members from among
persons who exercise managerial functions. The responsibilities and powers of joint committees include: obtaining information on workplace hazards,
identifying workplace hazards,
persons who exercise managerial functions. The responsibilities and powers of joint committees include: obtaining information on workplace hazards,
identifying workplace hazards,
and recommending how to make the workplace safer and healthier. See also health and safety representative.
L
Latent Period
– The time that passes between exposure to a harmful substance or agent
– The time that passes between exposure to a harmful substance or agent
and the first sign(s) of damage or illness. Also known as incubation period.
Legal Requirement
– Anything that is demanded of a person or organization by
– Anything that is demanded of a person or organization by
statute, regulation, common law, or by-law.
Liquid
– A formless fluid that takes the shape of its container, but does not necessarily fill it.
– A formless fluid that takes the shape of its container, but does not necessarily fill it.
Local Exhaust Ventilation
– See ventilation.
– See ventilation.
Localized
– Restricted to one spot or area in the body and not spread throughout it. Compare with systemic.
– Restricted to one spot or area in the body and not spread throughout it. Compare with systemic.
Lockout
– A specific set of procedures for ensuring that a machine, once shut down for maintenance, repair or other reason, is secured against accidental
start-up or movement of any of its parts for the length of the shutdown.
– A specific set of procedures for ensuring that a machine, once shut down for maintenance, repair or other reason, is secured against accidental
start-up or movement of any of its parts for the length of the shutdown.
Loss Control
– Measures taken to prevent and reduce loss. Loss may occur through
– Measures taken to prevent and reduce loss. Loss may occur through
injury and illness, property damage, poor work quality, etc.
M
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
– A form that contains detailed information
– A form that contains detailed information
about the possible health and safety hazards of a product and how to safely store, use and handle the product. Under the federal Hazardous
Products Act, suppliers are required to provide MSDSs for all hazardous materials, as a condition of sale.
Products Act, suppliers are required to provide MSDSs for all hazardous materials, as a condition of sale.
Medical Surveillance
– The systematic approach to monitoring health changes in workers to identify and determine which effects may be work-related.
– The systematic approach to monitoring health changes in workers to identify and determine which effects may be work-related.
Melting Point
– The temperature at which a solid changes to a liquid. For mixtures, a range of temperatures may be given.
– The temperature at which a solid changes to a liquid. For mixtures, a range of temperatures may be given.
Minutes
– A written record of the outcome of a meeting. Minutes of joint health and safety committee meetings are required, by law, to be kept and made
available to a Ministry of Labour Inspector for review.
– A written record of the outcome of a meeting. Minutes of joint health and safety committee meetings are required, by law, to be kept and made
available to a Ministry of Labour Inspector for review.
Mist
– Small droplets of a liquid that can remain suspended in air. Mists can form when a vapour condenses back to its liquid state, or when a
liquid breaks up (for example, by splashing or atomizing).
– Small droplets of a liquid that can remain suspended in air. Mists can form when a vapour condenses back to its liquid state, or when a
liquid breaks up (for example, by splashing or atomizing).
Monitoring
– The systematic measurement of health hazards to which workers are exposed. There are two types of measurements that can be taken: biological
(worker) and environmental (workplace air).
– The systematic measurement of health hazards to which workers are exposed. There are two types of measurements that can be taken: biological
(worker) and environmental (workplace air).
Musculoskeletal Injuries
– Injuries to the system of muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, bones and related structures of the human body. Also known as muskuloskeletal disorders (MSDs).
– Injuries to the system of muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, bones and related structures of the human body. Also known as muskuloskeletal disorders (MSDs).
Mutagen
– An agent that causes sudden and permanent changes in one or more hereditary features, generally by modifying one or more genes (changes to
genetic material). The changes may or may not be passed on to offspring.
– An agent that causes sudden and permanent changes in one or more hereditary features, generally by modifying one or more genes (changes to
genetic material). The changes may or may not be passed on to offspring.
N
Nature of Injury or Illness
– The main physical characteristics of a workplace injury or illness (for example, burn, cut, sprain, dermatitis, hearing loss).
– The main physical characteristics of a workplace injury or illness (for example, burn, cut, sprain, dermatitis, hearing loss).
Noise
– Unwanted sound that can lead to hearing loss or stress, or interfere with the ability to hear other sounds or to communicate.
– Unwanted sound that can lead to hearing loss or stress, or interfere with the ability to hear other sounds or to communicate.
Nuisance Dust or Particle
– Dust that does not cause disease or harmful effects when exposures are kept at reasonable levels.
– Dust that does not cause disease or harmful effects when exposures are kept at reasonable levels.
O
Occupational Hygiene
– See industrial hygiene.
– See industrial hygiene.
Occupational Illness
– A harmful condition or sickness that results from exposure in the workplace to a biological, chemical, or physical agent or an ergonomic
hazard. See ergonomics.
– A harmful condition or sickness that results from exposure in the workplace to a biological, chemical, or physical agent or an ergonomic
hazard. See ergonomics.
Occupational Safety
– The maintenance of a work environment that is relatively free
– The maintenance of a work environment that is relatively free
from actual or potential hazards that can injure employees.
Oxidizing Agent
– A substance that gives up oxygen easily (this oxygen can fuel a fire) or reduces the hydrogen in other compounds. Some examples of oxidizing
agents are peroxides, chlorates, perchlorates, nitrates and permanganates. Oxidation and reduction reactions always occur at the same time. See reducing agent.
– A substance that gives up oxygen easily (this oxygen can fuel a fire) or reduces the hydrogen in other compounds. Some examples of oxidizing
agents are peroxides, chlorates, perchlorates, nitrates and permanganates. Oxidation and reduction reactions always occur at the same time. See reducing agent.
P
Part of Body
– The part of the person’s body that is directly affected by a workplace
– The part of the person’s body that is directly affected by a workplace
injury or illness (for example, head, ears, arm, wrist, back, leg, foot).
Parts Per Million (PPM)
– Parts of gas or vapour per million parts of air by volume at room temperature. For example, 1 cubic centimetre of gas in 1 million cubic centimetres of
air has a concentration of 1 PPM.
– Parts of gas or vapour per million parts of air by volume at room temperature. For example, 1 cubic centimetre of gas in 1 million cubic centimetres of
air has a concentration of 1 PPM.
Personal Monitoring
– A technique used to determine an individual’s personal exposure to a chemical, physical or biological agent. This is done by means of a sampling device
worn on the worker’s body (e.g., personal monitor). The monitoring of hazardous chemicals is done at the breathing zone; the monitoring of noise is done at
the ears.
– A technique used to determine an individual’s personal exposure to a chemical, physical or biological agent. This is done by means of a sampling device
worn on the worker’s body (e.g., personal monitor). The monitoring of hazardous chemicals is done at the breathing zone; the monitoring of noise is done at
the ears.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
– Any device worn by a worker to protect against hazards. Some examples are: respirators, gloves, ear plugs, hard hats, safety goggles and safety shoes.
– Any device worn by a worker to protect against hazards. Some examples are: respirators, gloves, ear plugs, hard hats, safety goggles and safety shoes.
Physical Agent
– A source of energy (for example, noise, radiation, vibration, heat) that affects the body, a part of the body, or any of its functions. The effects may
be beneficial or harmful.
– A source of energy (for example, noise, radiation, vibration, heat) that affects the body, a part of the body, or any of its functions. The effects may
be beneficial or harmful.
Policy
– See health and safety policy.
– See health and safety policy.
Practice
– A set of guidelines that are helpful in carrying out a specific type of work.
– A set of guidelines that are helpful in carrying out a specific type of work.
Prescribed
– As set out in the regulations under any Act.
– As set out in the regulations under any Act.
Preventive Maintenance
– A system for preventing machinery and equipment failure through:
– A system for preventing machinery and equipment failure through:
} scheduled regular maintenance
} knowledge of reliability of parts
} maintenance of service records
} scheduled replacement of parts
} maintenance of inventories of the least reliable parts and parts scheduled for replacement
Procedure
– A step-by-step description of how to do a task, job, or activity properly.
– A step-by-step description of how to do a task, job, or activity properly.
Q
Quorum
– The minimum number of management and worker members that the joint health and safety committee determines must be present in order to carry out its
business
– The minimum number of management and worker members that the joint health and safety committee determines must be present in order to carry out its
business
R
Radiation
– The energy transmitted by waves through space or some medium. There are two types of radiation: ionizing (for example, X-Rays or radiation from a
radioactive device), and non-ionizing radiation (for example, infra-red radiation, ultra- violet radiation).
– The energy transmitted by waves through space or some medium. There are two types of radiation: ionizing (for example, X-Rays or radiation from a
radioactive device), and non-ionizing radiation (for example, infra-red radiation, ultra- violet radiation).
Reactivity
– The capability of a substance to undergo a chemical reaction with the release of energy. Unwanted effects include: pressure build-up, temperature
increase,
– The capability of a substance to undergo a chemical reaction with the release of energy. Unwanted effects include: pressure build-up, temperature
increase,
and formation of harmful by-products. These effects may occur because of the reactivity of a substance to heat, an ignition source, or direct contact
with other chemicals in use or in storage.
with other chemicals in use or in storage.
Reason to Believe
– A conviction or belief that does not require empirical support or evidence.
– A conviction or belief that does not require empirical support or evidence.
Reasonable Grounds to Believe
– A conviction or belief that requires empirical support or evidence.
– A conviction or belief that requires empirical support or evidence.
Reducing Agent
– A substance that accepts oxygen or gives up hydrogen during a chemical reaction. Oxidation and reduction always occur at the same time. See oxidizing agent.
– A substance that accepts oxygen or gives up hydrogen during a chemical reaction. Oxidation and reduction always occur at the same time. See oxidizing agent.
Repetitive Strain Injury
– A problem with the muscles, tendons or nerves that happens over time due to overuse. Examples of repetitive strain injuries include: carpal tunnel
syndrome and tendonitis.
– A problem with the muscles, tendons or nerves that happens over time due to overuse. Examples of repetitive strain injuries include: carpal tunnel
syndrome and tendonitis.
Reproductive Hazards
– Any material that can affect the development of sperm and egg cells. This can lead to an inability to have children, birth defects and other harmful
changes.
– Any material that can affect the development of sperm and egg cells. This can lead to an inability to have children, birth defects and other harmful
changes.
Respirable Particles
– Small particles that can be breathed in and reach parts of the
– Small particles that can be breathed in and reach parts of the
respiratory system where they may have a harmful effect (for example, the lungs).
Risk
– The probability of a worker suffering an injury or health problem, or of damage occurring to property or the environment as a result of exposure to
or contact with
– The probability of a worker suffering an injury or health problem, or of damage occurring to property or the environment as a result of exposure to
or contact with
a hazard.
Root Cause
– The real or underlying cause(s) of an event. Distinguished from immediate cause(s) which are usually quite apparent.
– The real or underlying cause(s) of an event. Distinguished from immediate cause(s) which are usually quite apparent.
Route of Entry
– The method by which a contaminant can enter the body. There are four main routes of entry. Contaminants can be breathed in, swallowed, absorbed
through the skin, or injected into the bloodstream.
– The method by which a contaminant can enter the body. There are four main routes of entry. Contaminants can be breathed in, swallowed, absorbed
through the skin, or injected into the bloodstream.
S
Safety : Freedom From those condition ,Injury to person damage to property and Environmental pollutions
Sampling
– The process of taking small representative quantities of a gas, liquid, or solid for the purpose of analysis.
– The process of taking small representative quantities of a gas, liquid, or solid for the purpose of analysis.
Sensitizer
– A substance which on first exposure causes little or no reaction in humans or test animals. However, on repeated exposure, it may cause a marked
response not necessarily limited to the contact site. Skin sensitization (for example, to a metal such
– A substance which on first exposure causes little or no reaction in humans or test animals. However, on repeated exposure, it may cause a marked
response not necessarily limited to the contact site. Skin sensitization (for example, to a metal such
as nickel) is the most common form of sensitization in the workplace. Respiratory sensitization to a few chemicals (for example, isocyanates) is also
known to occur.
known to occur.
Severity
– See injury severity rate.
– See injury severity rate.
Short Term Exposure Value (STEV)
– See exposure values.
– See exposure values.
Skin
– A notation sometimes used with Threshold Limit Value (TLV) or Time-Weighted
– A notation sometimes used with Threshold Limit Value (TLV) or Time-Weighted
Average Exposure Value (TWAEV) exposure data. It indicates that the substance may be absorbed by the skin, mucous membranes and eyes. This additional
exposure must be considered part of the total exposure to avoid exceeding the TLV or TWAEV for that substance.
exposure must be considered part of the total exposure to avoid exceeding the TLV or TWAEV for that substance.
Solvent
– A substance that dissolves other substances. Many solvents are flammable.
– A substance that dissolves other substances. Many solvents are flammable.
Source of Injury or Illness
– The object, substance, exposure, or body motion that directly caused a workplace injury or illness (for example, boxes, powered hand tools, acids,
lead, cold, running, walking).
– The object, substance, exposure, or body motion that directly caused a workplace injury or illness (for example, boxes, powered hand tools, acids,
lead, cold, running, walking).
Stable
– The tendency of a material to remain in the same form under reasonable conditions of storage or use. Compare with unstable.
– The tendency of a material to remain in the same form under reasonable conditions of storage or use. Compare with unstable.
Standard
– A guideline, rule, principle, or model that is used as a means to compare,
– A guideline, rule, principle, or model that is used as a means to compare,
measure or judge performance, quality, quantity, etc.
Static Electricity
– An electrical charge that cannot move. This charge will eventually develop enough energy to jump as a spark to a nearby grounded or less highly
charged object. If sparks occur in an ignitable vapour or dust mixture, it can cause an explosion or fire.
– An electrical charge that cannot move. This charge will eventually develop enough energy to jump as a spark to a nearby grounded or less highly
charged object. If sparks occur in an ignitable vapour or dust mixture, it can cause an explosion or fire.
Stress
– A set of physical reactions that take place in the body in response to demands that are placed on it. These reactions prepare the body for
action.
– A set of physical reactions that take place in the body in response to demands that are placed on it. These reactions prepare the body for
action.
Stressor
– A source of stress.
– A source of stress.
Substitution
– The replacement of toxic or hazardous materials, equipment or
– The replacement of toxic or hazardous materials, equipment or
processes with those that are less harmful.
Synergistic Effects
– The health effects of two or more substances or agents that are greater than the sum of their separate effects.
– The health effects of two or more substances or agents that are greater than the sum of their separate effects.
Synonym
– Another name or names by which a material is known. For example, methyl alcohol is also known as methanol or wood alcohol.
– Another name or names by which a material is known. For example, methyl alcohol is also known as methanol or wood alcohol.
Systemic
– Spread throughout the body; affecting one or more body parts or systems.
– Spread throughout the body; affecting one or more body parts or systems.
Compare with localized.
T
Task
– A set of related steps that make up a discrete part of a job. Every job is made up
– A set of related steps that make up a discrete part of a job. Every job is made up
of a collection of tasks. For example, answering a phone or entering data into a computer are tasks of a secretary’s job.
Task Analysis
– A technique used to identify, evaluate, and control health and safety hazards linked to particular tasks. A task analysis systematically breaks
tasks down into their basic components. This allows each step of the process to be thoroughly evaluated. Also known as job task analysis.
– A technique used to identify, evaluate, and control health and safety hazards linked to particular tasks. A task analysis systematically breaks
tasks down into their basic components. This allows each step of the process to be thoroughly evaluated. Also known as job task analysis.
Teratogen
– An agent that causes birth defects by harming the unborn child.
– An agent that causes birth defects by harming the unborn child.
See also embryotoxin.
Terms of Reference
– A written statement of the functions and operating procedures of a committee.
– A written statement of the functions and operating procedures of a committee.
Thinner
– A liquid (usually solvent-based) that is used to dilute paint, varnish, cement or
– A liquid (usually solvent-based) that is used to dilute paint, varnish, cement or
other material to a desired consistency. Most thinners are flammable.
Threshold Limit Value (TLV)
– A threshold limit value refers to the airborne concentration of a substance to which it is believed that nearly all workers may be repeatedly
exposed day after day (for 8 hours per day) without harmful effect. Because of individual susceptibility, however, a small percentage of workers
may experience discomfort from substances in concentrations at or below the threshold limit. A smaller percentage may be affected more seriously by
aggravation of a pre-existing condition or by the development of an occupational illness.
– A threshold limit value refers to the airborne concentration of a substance to which it is believed that nearly all workers may be repeatedly
exposed day after day (for 8 hours per day) without harmful effect. Because of individual susceptibility, however, a small percentage of workers
may experience discomfort from substances in concentrations at or below the threshold limit. A smaller percentage may be affected more seriously by
aggravation of a pre-existing condition or by the development of an occupational illness.
Time-Weighted Average Exposure Value (TWAEV)
– See exposure values.
– See exposure values.
Toxic
– Harmful or poisonous.
– Harmful or poisonous.
Toxic Substance
– Any substance that can cause acute or chronic effects to a person or is suspected to cause disease or injury under certain conditions.
– Any substance that can cause acute or chronic effects to a person or is suspected to cause disease or injury under certain conditions.
Trade Name
– The trademark name or commercial name for a material.
– The trademark name or commercial name for a material.
Type of Injury/Illness
– The event that directly resulted in a workplace injury or illness (for example, struck against, caught in, over-exertion).
– The event that directly resulted in a workplace injury or illness (for example, struck against, caught in, over-exertion).
U
UEL – Upper Limit Value
Unilateral Work Stoppage
– Stoppage of work under the direction of either the worker certified member or the management certified member when the member has reason to
believe that dangerous circumstances exist.
– Stoppage of work under the direction of either the worker certified member or the management certified member when the member has reason to
believe that dangerous circumstances exist.
Unstable
– The tendency of a material to break down or to undergo other unwanted chemical changes during normal handling or storage. Compare with stable.
– The tendency of a material to break down or to undergo other unwanted chemical changes during normal handling or storage. Compare with stable.
V
Vapour
– The form that a gas or liquid takes when it evaporates into the air.
– The form that a gas or liquid takes when it evaporates into the air.
Ventilation
– The supplying and exhausting of air at the same time to an enclosed machine, room, or an entire building. There are two types of ventilation:
– The supplying and exhausting of air at the same time to an enclosed machine, room, or an entire building. There are two types of ventilation:
} General or Dilution: The air contaminants are diluted by natural or mechanical air exchange in the plant. This method is not
appropriate for highly toxic contaminants.
appropriate for highly toxic contaminants.
} Local Exhaust: The contaminant is captured at its source, usually by the use of hoods, ducts or vents located near or
directly over the source. This is the preferred method where toxic contaminants are released and there is the potential for worker exposure.
directly over the source. This is the preferred method where toxic contaminants are released and there is the potential for worker exposure.
Vibration
– The back and forth motion of an object (for example, tool, machinery or other piece of equipment) that occurs in a predictable pattern or
manner. Over-exposure to vibration can harm a part of the body (for example, the fingers) or it can affect the whole body.
– The back and forth motion of an object (for example, tool, machinery or other piece of equipment) that occurs in a predictable pattern or
manner. Over-exposure to vibration can harm a part of the body (for example, the fingers) or it can affect the whole body.
Volatility
– The tendency or ability of a liquid to quickly vapourize into the air. Examples of volatile liquids include alcohol and gasoline. Liquids
that are volatile must be carefully dispensed and stored. This includes paying special attention to temperature.
– The tendency or ability of a liquid to quickly vapourize into the air. Examples of volatile liquids include alcohol and gasoline. Liquids
that are volatile must be carefully dispensed and stored. This includes paying special attention to temperature.
W
Work Practices
– Procedures for carrying out specific tasks which, when followed, X will ensure that a worker’s exposure to hazardous situations, substances
or physical
– Procedures for carrying out specific tasks which, when followed, X will ensure that a worker’s exposure to hazardous situations, substances
or physical
agents is controlled by the manner in which the work is carried out.
Work Refusal
– The right of a worker to refuse to work when the worker has reason to believe that he or she would be endangered by performing that work.
– The right of a worker to refuse to work when the worker has reason to believe that he or she would be endangered by performing that work.
Working Surface
– A surface or plane on which an employee walks or works.
– A surface or plane on which an employee walks or works.
Workplace Design
– The planning of workplace environments, structures and equipment so that the potential for injury and illness is reduced or eliminated. See
also ergonomics.
– The planning of workplace environments, structures and equipment so that the potential for injury and illness is reduced or eliminated. See
also ergonomics.
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
– An information system implemented under the federal Hazardous Products Act and provincial occupational health and safety laws to ensure
communication of information on hazardous materials. The information delivery system under WHMIS
– An information system implemented under the federal Hazardous Products Act and provincial occupational health and safety laws to ensure
communication of information on hazardous materials. The information delivery system under WHMIS
requires 1) labels, 2) material safety data sheets (MSDSs), and 3) worker education and
training programs.
Workplace Inspection
– A regular and careful check of a workplace or part of a workplace in order to identify health and safety hazards and to recommend corrective
action. Workplace factors that have the potential to cause injury or illness to employees include: equipment, materials, processes or work
activities, and the environment.
– A regular and careful check of a workplace or part of a workplace in order to identify health and safety hazards and to recommend corrective
action. Workplace factors that have the potential to cause injury or illness to employees include: equipment, materials, processes or work
activities, and the environment.
Z
Zero Energy State
– The state in which a machine has been made temporarily incapable of accidental start-up or movement. This state is achieved by shutting off or
– The state in which a machine has been made temporarily incapable of accidental start-up or movement. This state is achieved by shutting off or
disconnecting all power sources, and draining, bleeding or blocking all residual energy sources such as: gravity, hydraulics, compressed air,
springs, and capacitators.
springs, and capacitators.
Zero Exposure
– Exposure that is restricted to so low a level that it requires little or no attention
– Exposure that is restricted to so low a level that it requires little or no attention
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