Factors affecting health and safety at work

There are three factors which affect health and safety at work. These are listed below with examples:

Environmental Factors

1. Heating: heat stroke, cramps, low temperature
2. Poor lighting: headache, eye strains
3. Dust: Pneumoconiosis, silicosis
4. Noise: deafness, affects concentration

Occupational Factors

1. Butchers and carpenters - risk of cutting
2. Cleaners and food handlers - risk of contact dermatitis
3. Store keepers and health carers - risk of back strain

Note: When hazards are not obvious for certain jobs the risks are still there.

Human Factors

1. Need for proper training and supervision
2. Risk to health and safety - untrained, unwell, carelessness
3. Employees - responsible for own behaviour

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