Chemicals get into the human body via inhalation, absorption, ingestion, and injection/contact.  This and 30 other Key Questions are answered in the new lesson on Chemical Hazards.  This is one of the five lessons in the Cluster of Occupational Safety & Health.

The purpose of this lesson is to introduce the occupational competency of protecting oneself from chemical hazards on the job.  The goal is to develop an occupational skills set in protecting oneself from chemicals on the job.  This involves:

●  Being aware of chemical hazards on the job.

●  Knowing the toxic characteristics of chemicals.

●  Knowing how chemical get into the human body.

●  Using personal protective equipment and standard operating procedures, such as respiratory protection.

●  Understanding the related body of knowledge.

●  Using pertinent terms accurately in context.

●  Having a positive attitude toward job safety.

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