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CHAPTER 4HEALTH HAZARDS
LECTURED BY:
MOHD HADRI MOHAMED NOR
SUBTOPICSUBTOPIC
4.1 Introduction to Health Hazard and Hygiene4.2 Chemical Hazards4.3 Physical Hazards 4.4 Biological Hazards
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HISTORYHISTORY
• In 5th century BC, Hippocrates, a Greek doctor initiated scientific foundation to make a link between the adverse effects suffered by lead workers and their exposure to metal.
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4.1 INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH HAZARD & HYGIENE
• In the 1st century AD, Pliny the Roman Elder recorded how workers refining red mercuric sulfide wore bladders over their faces to avoid inhaling dust.
• Only in 15th century that the dangers in substances such as lead, mercury and dust from mining became widely recognized and efforts were made to reduce exposures.
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.
• In 18th century, Rammazini an Italian doctor also known as Father of Occupational Medicine published books on diseases related to exposures of metals, dusts and some chemical and also the importance of physician to inquire patient’s occupation.
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“Occupational Health is the promotion and maintenance of the highest degree of physical, mental and social well-being of workers in all occupations by preventing departures from health, controlling risks and the adaptation of work to people, and people to their jobs.” [ILO/WHO 1995]
DEFINITION OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTHDEFINITION OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
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• Acute• Immediate in their effects and relatively simple control.
• Chronic• Difficult to assess or identify as they may take a long time to have any
effect.
HAZARD TYPESHAZARD TYPES
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• Anticipate• Identify/Recognise• Assess/Evaluate• Control• Review
PRINCIPLE OF PREVENTION AND CONTROLPRINCIPLE OF PREVENTION AND CONTROL
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• Eliminate• Substitute• Isolate• Engineering control• Administrative control• PPE
HIERARCHY OF CONTROLHIERARCHY OF CONTROL
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• Health surveillance is the monitoring of individuals in order to identify changes in health due to exposure to hazardous substances.
• Biological monitoring is the measurement of a hazardous substance, its metabolite or other substances like enzymes in body tissues, fluids or exhaled air.
HEALTH SURVEILLANCE AND BIOLOGICAL MONITORINGHEALTH SURVEILLANCE AND BIOLOGICAL MONITORING
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• Rehabilitation includes the medical treatment which assist recovery, as well as management of the process which helps people stay at or return to work.
OCCUPATIONAL REHABILITATIONOCCUPATIONAL REHABILITATION
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4.2 CHEMICAL HAZARDS
HEALTH HAZARDS
SUB-TOPICSUB-TOPIC
4.2.1 Legal Provision4.2.2 How Chemical Affect Health 4.2.3 Dangerous Situation – Increasing Risk Exposure4.3.4 Chemical Safety Data Sheet (CSDS)
• Factories and Machinery Act– Factory and Machinery (Lead) Regulations 1984– Factory and Machinery (Asbestos Process) Regulations 1986– Factory and Machinery (Mineral Dust) Regulations 1989
• Five main aspect related to this statutory– Permissible exposure limit– Exposure monitoring– Medical inspection– Control methods– Other matters such as records, penalty, etc
4.2.1 LEGAL PROVISION4.2.1 LEGAL PROVISION
HEALTH HAZARDS
• Occupational Safety and Health Act– OSH (Control of Industrial Major Accidents Hazards) Regulation
1996 Control of major disaster caused by chemical
– OSH (Classification, Packaging and Labeling of Hazardous’ Chemicals) Regulation 1997
Supply of chemicals Chemical Safety Data Sheet (CSDS)
– OSH (Prohibition of Use of Substance) Order 1999 Prohibition of dangerous chemical
– Management of chemicals, PEL, evaluating risk, medical monitoring
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• Direct contact with corrosive chemical such as alkali or acid
• Irritant chemicals cause skin to flare up• Cause skin allergy example nickel
4.2.2 HOW CHEMICAL AFFECT HEALTH4.2.2 HOW CHEMICAL AFFECT HEALTH
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DIRECT CONTACT
INHALATION
INGESTION
ABSORPTION
INJECTION
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CHEMICAL ROUTES OF ENTRY INTO HUMAN BODY
Breathing and smoking causes us to inhale substances which enter the lungs. Substance inhaled into the lungs are readily absorbed into the blood stream.
INHALATION INGESTION ABSORPTION INJECTION
INHALATION
HEALTH HAZARDS
Swallowing a substance causes penetration into the blood stream via the stomach and small intestine.
INHALATION INGESTION ABSORPTION INJECTION
INGESTION
HEALTH HAZARDS
Entering the body through the skin causes substances to enter the blood stream at a slower rate than by inhalation or absorption. However, the resulting entry and distribution within the body is the same.
INHALATION INGESTION ABSORPTION INJECTION
ABSORPTION
HEALTH HAZARDS
Injection occurs when substances are forced through this skin. This can occur as a result of such means as compressed air, or by having the skin abraded by a penetrating object.
INHALATION INGESTION ABSORPTION INJECTION
INJECTION
HEALTH HAZARDS
• Lack of awareness on hazardous chemicals• Leakage or accidentally spillage of chemicals• Working in a enclosed area or room with poor ventilation• Doing routine that involve chemicals• Machine breakdown• Lack of safety management
4.2.3 DANGEROUS SITUATION - INCREASING RISK EXPOSURE4.2.3 DANGEROUS SITUATION - INCREASING RISK EXPOSURE
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• CSDS is a brochure or informational paper containing information related to hazardous chemical which are important in the safe use and handling of chemicals at workplace.
• Objectives of CSDS– Understand the safety recommendation and their rationales– Realize the results of failure to comply to safety requirements– OSH (Prohibition of Use of Substance) Order 1999– Identify symptoms of over exposure– Obtain input for the formulation of strategies and
recommendation in the safe use of hazardous chemicals
4.2.4 CHEMICAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (CSDS)4.2.4 CHEMICAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (CSDS)
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Introduction
• Regulation 9(1) of the OSH (Classification, Packaging and Labeling) Regulations 1997– Requires supplier to prepare and provide CSDS for every
hazardous chemical supplied.– Supplier is defined as the party supplying the chemical to the
user which includes formulators, manufacturers, importers or distributors.
– Supplier also required to review CSDS regularly– The information required must be with the objective to protect
the safety and health of the worker, and not for use for any reason.
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Legal Provision
• There are 15 types information required– Chemical product itself and the company identification– Composition of the ingredients that clearly identifies the
hazardous chemical for the purpose of conducting a hazard evaluation.
– Hazard identification– First aid measures– Accidental release measures– Handling and storage– Exposure control and PPE– Physical and chemical properties– Stability and reactivity– Toxicology information– Ecological information
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Mandatory Information
– Disposal information– Transportation information– Date of preparation of CSDS
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4.3 PHYSICAL HAZARDS
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SUB-TOPICSUB-TOPIC
4.3.1 Noise4.3.2 Vibration 4.3.3 Heat Stress
DEFINITIONDEFINITION
4.3.1 NOISE
• Sound– Generated by mechanical vibrations that can be detected by
human ears.– It is a force carried out through various mediums (air, water,
solids)
• Noise– Unwanted sound
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• Frequency– Number of vibrations per
second– Unit Hertz (Hz)
COMPONENTSCOMPONENTS
Frequency B > Frequency A
A
B
1 cycle
Frequency
• Amplitude– Peak magnitude or maximum
movement of the sound wave.– Unit decibel (dBA)
Amplitude of B > A
A
B
x
inte
nsi
ty
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• Continuous noise– Noise that has the sound intensity between maximum and
minimum less than 3 dBA.
TYPE OF NOISETYPE OF NOISE
time
am
plit
ud
e
changing of amplitude < 3 dB
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• Fluctuation noise– Noise that has varying intensity levels from high to low over 3 dBA.
> 3 dB
time
am
plit
ud
e
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• Impulse noise– Noise that has high intensity within a short duration such as the
sound of a bullet shot.
> 1 s
< 0.5 s
am
plit
ud
e
time
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• Interval noise– Noise that occurs at certain durations and may repeat at certain
intervals
< 3 dB
< 3 dB
time
amp
litu
de
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• Factories and Machinery (Noise Exposure) Regulation 1989– Permissible exposure limit.– Exposure monitoring.– Methods of compliance.– PPE for specific hearing protection.– Audiometric testing program.– Employee information and training.– Warning sign.– Record keeping– Miscellaneous
LEGAL PROVISION RELATED TO NOISELEGAL PROVISION RELATED TO NOISE
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LEGAL PROVISION – PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE LIMIT (PEL)LEGAL PROVISION – PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE LIMIT (PEL)• Action level (AL)
– 85 dBA
• PEL– Continuous noise
For 8 hours: 90 dBA Ceiling limit: 115 dBA
– Impulse noise Ceiling limit: 140 dBA
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• Mining• Quarrying• Construction • Manufacturing• Textile• Etc.
OCCUPATIONS AT RISKOCCUPATIONS AT RISK
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HEALTH EFFECTHEALTH EFFECT
• Disturbed emotion and anger• Communication problem• Tinnitus • Psychology pressure• Increase of blood pressure• Damage or loss of hearing
– Conduction type Damage to the ear drum Displacement of ossicle bones in the middle ear
– Neuro-sensory Damage to the hair follicles in the inner ears Loss of hearing due to over exposure to loud noise Normal cases: both ears
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CONTROL MEASURESCONTROL MEASURES
• Engineering controls– Substitution of less noisy equipment– Isolation of noisy equipment from main area
• Administrative controls– Proper risk assessment before purchase noisy equipment– Reduction of exposure to noise– Training and lectures– Have written policy to ensure safe work practice– Exposure monitoring
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• Health monitoring– Once annually
Exposure PEL Initial hearing test shows that there is hearing problem Hearing Threshold Standard
– Once every 2 years for noise exposure between 85-90 dBA
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Audiometric booth
audiometer
printer
AUDIOMETRIC BOOTHAUDIOMETRIC BOOTH
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4.3.1 VIBRATION
DEFINITIONDEFINITION
• Vibration– Refer to movement of solids where the amplitude and frequency
produced may cause harmful to those exposed.
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TYPES OF VIBRATION (IN CONTEXT OF WORKERS HEALTH)TYPES OF VIBRATION (IN CONTEXT OF WORKERS HEALTH)
• Whole body vibration (WBV)– Where the vibration usually transferred when in contact with the feet or
buttocks Vehicle operation Heavy vehicles
• Hand arm vibration (HAV)– Where the vibration usually transferred when in contact with the hand due
to use of vibrating equipment Hand drill Chainsaw Etc.
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HEALTH EFFECT HEALTH EFFECT
• Whole body vibration (WBV)– Blurring eye– Nausea, vomiting, headache, back pain– Can cause lung and heart malfunction
• Hand arm vibration (HAV)– Damage blood vessel, nerve and musculoskeletal system – Pale finger, numbness and pain– Carpal tunnel syndrome
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• Evaluate risk prior to purchasing a vibrating equipment
• Eliminate hazard
• Substitute: with less vibrating equipment, anti-vibration
• Reduce exposure
• Training, information, instruction
• Periodical maintenance equipment
PREVENTION AND MONITORING CONTROLPREVENTION AND MONITORING CONTROL
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INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION
4.3.1 HEAT STRESS
Heat stress occurs when the body’s means of controlling its internal temperature starts to fail. As well as air temperature, factors such as work rate, humidity and clothing worn while working may lead to heat stress.
Workers who are exposed to extreme heat or work in hot environments may be at risk of heat stress. Exposure to extreme heat can result in occupational illnesses and injuries.
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COMPILATION OF SEVERE HEAT STRESS IN BODYCOMPILATION OF SEVERE HEAT STRESS IN BODY
- Heat stroke
- Heat exhaustion
- Heat syncope
- Heat cramp
- Heat rash
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Heat Stroke
- Occurs when the body becomes unable to control its temperature: the body's
temperature rises rapidly, the sweating mechanism fails, and the body is
unable to cool down.
- Can cause death.
Symptom
• Hot, dry skin or profuse sweating• Hallucinations• Chills• Throbbing headache• High body temperature• Confusion/dizziness• Slurred speech
CALL 999
First Aid
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Heat Exhaustion
- Heat exhaustion is the body's response to an excessive loss of the water and
salt, usually through excessive sweating.
Symptom
• Heavy sweating• Extreme weakness or fatigue• Dizziness, confusion• Nausea• Clammy, moist skin• Pale or flushed complexion• Muscle cramps• Slightly elevated body temperature• Fast and shallow breathing
First Aid
• Have them rest in a cool, shaded or air-conditioned area. • Have them drink plenty of water or other cool, nonalcoholic beverages. • Have them take a cool shower, bath, or sponge bath.
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Heat Syncope
- is a fainting/dizziness, usually occurs with prolonged standing or sudden rising
from a sitting or lying position. Factors that may contribute to heat syncope
include dehydration and lack of acclimatization.
Symptom
• Light-headedness • Dizziness • Fainting
First Aid
• Sit or lie down in a cool place when they begin to feel symptoms. • Slowly drink water, clear juice, or a sports beverage.
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Heat Cramp
- Usually affect workers who sweat a lot during strenuous activity.
- Low salt levels in muscles causes painful cramps.
- May also be a symptom of heat exhaustion
Symptom
• Muscle pain or spasms usually in the abdomen, arms, or legs
First Aid
• Stop all activity, and sit in a cool place. • Drink clear juice or a sports beverage. • Do not return to strenuous work for a few hours after the cramps subside because further exertion may lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke. • Seek medical attention if the worker has heart problems, the worker is on a low-sodium diet, the cramps do not subside within one hour.
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Heat Rash
- Is a skin irritation caused by excessive sweating during hot, humid weather.
Symptom
• Heat rash looks like a red cluster of pimples or small blisters. • It is more likely to occur on the neck and upper chest, in the groin, under the breasts, and in elbow creases.
First Aid
• Try to work in a cooler, less humid environment when possible. • Keep the affected area dry. • Dusting powder may be used to increase comfort.
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REDUCING THE RISKREDUCING THE RISK
- Control the temperature
- Provide mechanical aid
- Regulate the length of exposure to hot environments
- Prevent dehydration
- Provide personal protective equipment
- Provide training for your workers
- Allow workers to acclimatize to their environment and identify which workers
are acclimatized/assessed as fit to work in hot conditions.
- Identify employees who are more susceptible to heat stress
- Monitor the health of workers at risk
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HEAT STRESS INDEXHEAT STRESS INDEX
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Heat May Be Nature’s Deadliest Killer
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4.4 BIOLOGICAL HAZARDS
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INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION
• Community and employee awareness
• Identification of biological agents that cause Legionnaire disease, Hepatitis B and HIV
• Industries such as agriculture, health care, biotechnology, research and clinical laboratories
• Biological agent– Includes living micro-organisms such as viruses and
bacteria capable of exuding toxins, exposure to which may cause disease or death in human, animals and plants.
• Etiological agent– Agent that causes the actual contraction of disease.
• Infection– Attacks of pathogenic organism on the body, which may or
may not cause contraction of disease.
DEFINITIONSDEFINITIONS
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• Bio-safety– An area of science that serve to disconnect chains of infection.
• Agent– Physical, radiological, chemical or biological entity that may cause
certain effects upon exposure.
• Host– Host where the agent is present (example: human)
• Environment– Includes living and non-living things (biosphere, atmosphere,
lithosphere and hydrosphere)
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INTERACTION BETWEEN HOST, AGENT AND ENVIRONMENTINTERACTION BETWEEN HOST, AGENT AND ENVIRONMENT
Agent Host
Environment
Environment- Population density- Medical support facilities- Weather (wind, temperature)- Social, politics, ethics- Facility design
Host- Health status- Management system- Training- Health surveillance- Use of PPE- Perceptions- Reservoir
Agent- Carrier- Substitute for pathogen- Antibiotics resistance- Virulent factors- Communicability factor- Fatal factor
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• Agent must be pathogenic• Presence of reservoir• Agent must be able to escape from reservoir• The ability of agent to move in the environment• There is an entry on the new host• Host is susceptible to the agent
ANOTHER FACTORS ANOTHER FACTORS
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CHAIN OF INFECTIONCHAIN OF INFECTION
Takungan
Patogen
Pelepasan dari
takungan
Transmisi melalui
persekitan
Tapak kemasukan
Hos rentan
Control of infection = break any connection between chain
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BIOLOGICAL SAFETY CABINET CLASSIFICATIONBIOLOGICAL SAFETY CABINET CLASSIFICATIONPotential of Bio-
HazardDescription of
AgentExample Control
Level I
Low risk
Not known whether can cause disease
Bacteria
Bacillus subtilis
E.Coli K12
Normal biological practices
Suitable isolation
Level II
May cause disease on human
Bacteria
Salmonella
Virus
Hepatitis A, B, C, D
FungersCryptococcus
Bio-hazard label
Autoclave
Medical surveillance
Level III Agent is indigenous Virus
HIV, TB
Special design
Specific LEV
Level IVAgent is dangerous
High exposure may cause risk to life
Virus
Ebola
Special design
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• Bio safety program management– Identify the scope of the programme based on the risk– Develop policy and procedure– Provide training for workers, supervision and regular refresher course– Provide suitable facilities
• Administrative controls – Establish a bio-safety committee– Appoint bio-safety officer (BSO – Bio Safety Level III & IV)
• Physical containment– Based on bio-safety level
WORKING SAFELY WITH BIOLOGICAL AGENTSWORKING SAFELY WITH BIOLOGICAL AGENTS
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• Disinfection and sterilization– Use of chemical or physical agent– Sterilization kill organisms in total
• Accident, spill and emergency training– Requires specific training
• Transportation of biological agent– Should be viewed from the perspective of anticipating and preventive accidents– Compliance with sea and air transport standards
• Biological risk communication– Biological communication strategy should be develop– Other than workers, should also include the public
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