LO1.1 Types of Hazards

Name all the types of hazards in all environments

Environmental

Biological

Chemical

Psychological

Working conditions

Working practices

Lack of security systems

Environmental hazards

causes slip and trip hazards in setting’s surroundings

eg. wet bathroom floor in a care home

Biological hazards

cause the spread of infections and affects people’s health

eg. vomit on the floor of a children’s play room

Chemical hazards

cause harm if not used or stored correctly

eg. unlocked medical trolley

Psychological hazards

affects people’s physical and emotional wellbeing

eg. tiredness caused by high workload

Working conditions

cause harm and ill health

eg. poor lighting or environments that are too hot/cold

Working practices that are unsafe

cause injuries, fatalities and illnesses

eg. lack of training for staff

Lack of security systems

cause security and fire risks

eg. faulty smoke alarm systems