Safe & Healthy Work Environment Flashcards

A collection of vocabulary flashcards focused on safety, health, and ethics in the workplace.

Protocols

Rules or steps that must be followed to complete a task safely and correctly.

Best Practices

The safest and most effective ways to complete a task based on experience.

Ergonomics

Designing a workspace to prevent strain or injury.

Workspace Organization

Keeping your area clean and arranged for safety and efficiency.

Hazard

Anything that could cause harm or injury.

Sanitation

Keeping equipment and spaces clean to prevent illness.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Gear worn to protect against hazards.

Compliance

Following rules, laws, and guidelines to maintain safety.

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

A document that explains how to safely use and handle chemicals.

Product Safety Data Sheet (PSDS)

Information about how to safely use a specific product.

Quality Assurance (QA)

Processes used to ensure products or work meet standards.

United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

A government agency that protects human health and the environment.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

A government agency that sets workplace safety standards.

Continuous Improvement

Ongoing effort to improve products, services, or processes.

Risk Assessment

Identifying potential dangers before starting a task.

Deceptive Practices

Dishonest methods used to trick people.

Bait and Switch

Advertising something at a low price but replacing it with something more expensive.

Identity Theft

Stealing someone’s personal information to commit fraud.

Fraudulent Misrepresentation

Giving false information to gain trust or money.

Deceptive Service Estimate

Giving a false price estimate to trick a customer.

Unlawful Door-to-Door Sales

Selling products using illegal or dishonest in-person tactics.

Phishing

Fake emails or messages designed to steal personal information.

Scam

A dishonest scheme to trick people out of money or information.

Organizational Performance

How well a company or organization operates and meets goals.

Reputation

How others view a business or organization.