The following table shows how Exposure Factors and Stressors are used during Assessments.
ISSUE OR EXPOSURE FACTOR
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TOPIC (OH STRESSOR)
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Basic Principles: Tech = 50%,Hyg= 25%
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Legislation B (OHS Act & MHS Act): Tech & Hyg =25%
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Exposure Controls:Tech = 25%,Hyg= 50%
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Risk assessments
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· Risk assessment
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Chemical factors (the assessors will select any two topics from the list)
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· Fibrogenic dusts
· Toxic metals
· Fumes
· Solvents, gases and vapours
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Physical factors (the assessors will select any two topics from the list)
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· Noise
· Thermal stress(heat or cold)
· Illumination
· Vibration
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Other issues and environmental factors (the assessors will select any one topic from the list)
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· Allergens or sensitizers
· Ergonomics
· Indoor air quality
· Hazardous biological agents
· Non-ionizing radiation
· EMF’s
· Nano technology
· Ventilation
· Psychological stressors
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