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Health and safety key terms
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Health and safety
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Clothing and equipment designed to protect the wearer from injury or infection in the workplace.
Hazard
A potential source of harm or adverse effect on a person or persons.
British Standards Institute (BSI)
An organization that develops and publishes safety standards for various products, ensuring consumer safety.
Safety Warnings
Information provided by manufacturers to alert consumers about potential hazards associated with a product.
Hazard
A potential source of harm or adverse effect on a person or persons.
Risk Assessment
The process of evaluating the potential risks that may be involved in a projected activity or undertaking.
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