1.3 Types of Hazard

[Scene: Liza and John walking through the shop floor. Quick cuts between areas.
[They stop near a workstation with welding and paint supplies.]


Liza - In previous lesson we understood about hazards. Can u summarise John.

John - Yes - A hazard is anything with the potential to cause harm - Like physically, chemically, biologically.

Liza - Good John

John:
Liza, you said there are different types of hazards—what are they exactly?

Liza:
Let me show you—quick and simple.

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[Cut: Noisy machine area, forklift passes by]

Liza (voiceover):
Physical hazards—noise, heat, poor lighting, or moving equipment.

[Cut: Electrical panel with loose wiring]

Liza (voiceover):
Electrical hazards—shocks, burns, and arc flashes. One loose wire could be fatal.
[Cut: Welding station with fumes and paint cans]

Liza (VoiceOver): Chemical hazards—fumes, dust, vapors. They damage your lungs, and some can explode.

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[Cut: Worker doing repetitive assembly task]

Liza (voiceover):
Ergonomic hazards—repetitive motion, lifting wrong, no breaks.

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[Cut: Co-worker sneezing in the break room]

Liza (voiceover):
Biological hazards—viruses and bacteria spread fast.
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[Back to Liza and John walking]

John:
So hazards aren’t always obvious.

Liza:
Exactly. Spot them early. Fix them fast. Stay safe.

[End Screen: “5 Hazard Types – Know Them. Report Them. Prevent Accidents.”]