Course Description:
Recorded at AIHce EXP 2022
Naturally occurring plants and animals are present in a wide variety of workplaces from construction sites to waste site remediation. Thousands of workers in the United States are bitten or stung by insects, snakes and arachnids and thousands more suffer deleterious effects from contact to toxic plants. A significant percentage of these contacts result in OSHA recordable injuries and illnesses. It will help the Industrial Hygienist and Safety Professional to know how to recognize, evaluate and control potential exposure to these hazards. Teaching employees basic ideas in hazard identification and avoidance of naturally occurring biological hazards will contribute to more effective EHS programs. Additionally, dispelling some myths about first aid treatment may help save a life.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:
• Assess the H&S threat to workers posed by naturally occurring plant and animal hazards in their workplace.
• Identify several of the most common plant and animal hazards that outdoor workers may encounter.
• Implement basic methods to avoid encounters and contact with hazardous plants and animals.
• Apply some basic first aid ideas in case of contact with a hazardous plant or animal.
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Presentation Date:
05/24/2022
Presenters:
Michael Goldman, CIH, CSP, CHMM, CPEA