Definitions
Name | Term description | Source |
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Hazardous Substance |
Any substance or preparation which is very toxic, toxic, harmful, corrosive or irritant or has a Workplace Exposure Limit (WEL) or any other substance that creates a risk to health because of its properties and the way it is used or is present in the workplace. |
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Harm |
Adverse impact on people, including fatality, physical or psychological injury, or short or long term damage to health. |
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Hazard |
An item, event, activity, or situation with the potential to cause: |
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Hazard Log |
The continually updated record of the hazards, accident sequences and accidents associated with a system. It includes information documenting risk management for each hazard and accident. |
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