18. A biological hazard is one originating from an
organism that is foreign (in presence or
concentration) to the organism being affected.
Many biological hazards are associated with food,
including certain viruses, parasites, fungi, bacteria,
and plant and seafood toxins.
19.
20. A chemical can be considered a hazard if by
virtue of its intrinsic properties can cause harm or
danger to humans, property, or the environment.
Some chemicals occur naturally in certain
geological formations, such as radon gas or arsenic.
21.
22. A mechanical hazard is any hazard involving a
machine or process. Motor vehicles, aircraft, and
air bags pose mechanical hazards. Compressed
gases or liquids can also be considered a
mechanical hazard.
23.
24. A physical hazard is a naturally occurring
process that has the potential to create loss or
damage. Physical hazards include, but are not
limited to, earthquakes, floods, and tornadoes.
Physical hazards often have both human and
natural elements.
25.
26. It is a physical factor within the environment
that harms the musculoskeletal system. Ergonomic
hazards include uncomfortable workstation height
and poor body positioning. Ergonomic hazards are
caused by poorly designed workplaces or
processes.
27.
28.
29.
30. Anyone from the class can share
or tell something of what we
have learned for today?
31. A hazard is a situation that poses a level of
threat to life, health property, or
environment. Also, there are five types of
hazards which are Biological, Chemical,
Physical, Mechanical and Ergonomics.
32. What is the importance of
knowing the different types of
hazards?
54. MATCHING TYPE.
Direction. Match the Column A and Column B.
___1. Ergonomics Hazard
___2. Mechanical Hazard
___3. Chemical Hazard
___4. Physical Hazard
___5. Biological Hazard
A. B. C.
E.D.
55. Topic: Safety Regulations
Word Study: Waste management, Hazardous waste, Biodegradable
Guide Questions:
1.What is Philippine Clean Air Act?
2.How to classify waste according to their properties?
3.Why do we need to follow the process of flow waste management
before we throw trash to the landfill?
Reference:
Learning module in Household Services, pp. 38 - 40