What Are the Risk Factors for Occupational Diseases?
Risk factors for occupational diseases can be classified into several categories:
- Chemical Exposures: Contact with harmful chemicals like asbestos, benzene, and heavy metals. - Physical Hazards: Exposure to extreme temperatures, radiation, and noise. - Biological Agents: Contact with bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. - Ergonomic Factors: Poor workstation design leading to repetitive strain injuries. - Psychosocial Factors: Work-related stress and poor mental health support.
