Workplace health hazards are factors that can cause harm or adverse effects to workers' health. These hazards vary by industry and job type, but they generally fall into several main categories:

Physical Hazards

These are environmental factors that can harm the body without necessarily touching it.

• Noise (leading to hearing loss)

• Radiation (e.g., from X-rays or industrial equipment)

• Vibration (from power tools)

• Extreme temperatures (heat or cold stress)

  2. Chemical Hazards

  These involve exposure to harmful chemicals in solid, liquid, or gas form.

  • Toxic substances (e.g., asbestos, solvents, pesticides)

  • Dusts and fumes (e.g., welding fumes)

  • Flammable or explosive chemicals

  • Skin irritants and corrosives