Activity 1 Electricity 1



Resources:

safe@work General Module:



WorkSafe Victoria Topics (with links to Hazardous Substances and Dangerous Goods):



Task:

Work individually and complete the eight questions below:

1. Name three ‘everyday’ or household items that are hazardous substances.

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2. How are dangerous goods classified?

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3. What is meant by ‘acute’ and ‘chronic’ health effects?

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4. What is a Material Safety Data Sheet?

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5. Name four of the properties of different dangerous goods (e.g. a dangerous good may be flammable).

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6. What should an employer do to ensure their employees are able to work safely with hazardous substances and dangerous goods?

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7. Give four examples of damage to health that could occur as a result of exposure to hazardous substances.

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8. List three items of personal protective equipment (PPE) that may be required when working with hazardous substances or dangerous goods.

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