We often refer to hazards in relation to occupational safety and health using the most commonly used definition being “A HAZARD is a potential source of harm or adverse health effect on a person or persons”. The terms “hazard” and “risk” are often used interchangeably, but they couldn’t be more.
We often refer to hazards in relation to occupational safety and health using the most commonly used definition being “A HAZARD is a potential source of harm or adverse health effect on a person or persons”. The terms “hazard” and “risk” are often used interchangeably, but they couldn’t be more different.
While a hazard is a source of harm, a “risk” is the chance, high or low, that any hazard will actually cause somebody harm.
There are varying levels of hazards and the risk associated with them in all industries, construction and manufacturing alike. At Safety Resources, we understand those varying levels and are able to prioritize our safety efforts accordingly.
All companies must comply with a broad range of compliance regulations and ensure the safety and well-being of their employees. Compliance and safety management has become a time consuming task which requires particular expertise and experience.
Safety Resources, Inc. combines our staff expertise, capabilities and understanding of "the business of safety" to provide your company with practical construction risk management solutions. Our unique capabilities rest upon the collective experience of our safety professionals who have represented construction companies through the changing periods of safety in the workplace.
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Biological hazards can include harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, insects, plants, birds, animals and humans. These sources can cause a variety of health effects ranging from skin irritation and allergies to infections, cancer, etc.
Chemical hazards include compounds that can cause illness or injury due to immediate or long-term exposure. Exposure to chemicals in the workplace can cause acute or long-term detrimental health effects.
Physical hazards include foreign objects, and are agents which can cause harm with or without contact. Physical hazards include ergonomic hazards, radiation, heat and cold stress, vibration hazards and noise hazards.
No matter what type of hazards you find yourself exposed to, we, at Safety Resources, have the ability to understand the risks associated with hazards and work with you to implement systems to protect your workforce.
As a food service employee in the state of Texas, you may be learning about the Texas Food Handler certification that your boss is probably making you obtain. The curriculum is designed by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), a state government agency here in Texas.
The mission of DSHS is “To improve the health, safety, and well-being of Texans through good stewardship of public resources, and a focus on core public health functions.”
Hazardous Waste Handling training is offered by Chess Safety. Chess provides in-person safety training, at your facility, and focusing on the real-world exposures and hazards your employees face. We will help you determine what training different employees need.
Students will learn among other topics, the chemistry of Hazmat, APIE System, Researching, plan development, meter review and monitoring procedures, mitigating different hazmat emergencies, and decontamination procedures.
Hazardous Materials Safety Training is offered by Safco Construction Safety Services. Safco Services is an independent construction safety consulting firm proficient in performing a complete source of construction site safety management services to ensure safety compliant projects.
Our Awareness Level hazmat course is an 8-hour program designed for everyone, including firefighters, law enforcement, truck drivers, train crews, industrial plant workers and anyone else who may come in contact with hazardous materials.
Hazardous Materials Incident Emergency Procedures training is offered by Salutem Services LLC.Our team at EHS has developed a Environmental Health & Safety Training Overview document to provide detailed information on the breadth and scope of our training and responsibilities at UCI.
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