a) Chemical hazards

Many workplaces use chemicals in some form or another. These chemicals may include from cleaning products to fluids used in a factories. Knowing how to process and store chemicals properly can prevent incidents such as illness, injury, fire or property damage.

Example

Some substances that might present hazards in a workplace may not cause problems if utilised and managed appropriately include:

  • Compressed gas ;

  • Asbestos ;

  • Corrosive liquids ;

  • Reactive liquids ;

  • Diesel exhaust ;

  • Flammable liquids ;

  • Fluids used in metalworking ;

  • Peroxides ;

  • Oxidizing liquids ;

  • Various pesticides ;

  • Toxic materials ;

  • Wood dust ;

  • Chlorine ;

  • Bleach.