Physical Hazards

Physical hazards are the most common workplace threats to your health and safety. They include any unsafe condition that can cause injury, illness or death.

Physical hazards include

temperature,
noise,
indoor air quality,
radiation, and
mould.

In the agricultural workplace, sunlight is always a concern. Sunlight is the greatest source of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. UV radiation damages DNA, and that damage can lead to skin cancer. When working out-of-doors, always wear a wide brimmed hat, long pants, long sleeves, and sunscreen.

Watch this video on noise exposure.