Classificatio

n of
occupational
hazards
 Occupational diseases:
These risks are related to the conditions and factors present in the work environment that
can cause specific diseases in workers.
Some common examples include exposure to toxic substances, such as chemicals or
hazardous materials, radiation, excessive noise, vibrations, repetitive movements, chronic
work stress, among others.

• These diseases may develop gradually due to prolonged exposure to hazards or may be

the result of a specific workplace event.

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 Accidents at work:
These hazards are related to unexpected events or happenings that occur in the work
environment and can cause injury or physical harm to workers.
Work accidents can occur due to lack of proper safety measures, unsafe conditions in the
workplace, improper use of equipment or machinery, falls from heights, blows, cuts, burns,
entrapments, among others.

• These accidents can have serious consequences and even endanger the lives of workers.

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 Road accidents:
These risks refer to accidents that occur during the journey between the
worker's place of residence and the place of work, or vice versa.
They include traffic accidents, either in private cars or on public transport, as
well as accidents that occur while traveling on foot or by bicycle.

• These accidents can be caused by factors such as traffic, weather

conditions, vehicle condition, driver fatigue, among others.

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 It is important to note:
That these categories of occupational hazards may overlap and that workers
may face several types of hazards at the same time.

• The proper identification and management of these risks are critical to

protecting the health and safety of workers in the workplace.

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File recreation of photograph(s) from the
accidents at work their causes, as well as
the forecast of theft, fire and risks.
In WORD/PDF document.
Upload it to the TEAMS Platform.
Deadline: Friday, July-07-2023