Hazard is defined as anything or any source that can cause harm to the human and damage to property. Basically hazards are classified into 5 namely:
- Chemical hazards – e.g. Dust, Fumes, Vapour
- Physical hazards – e.g. Noise, Vibration, mechanical, electrical and fire
- Biological hazards – e.g. Virus, Fungus , Bacteria
- Psychosocial hazards – e.g. sexual harassment, peers influence and pressure
- Ergonomic risk factor – e.g. incorrect way of lifting, repetitive motion and over reaching.
Hazard can be identified at the workplace by conducting inspections, Hazard Analysis and Job Safety analysis.