This exposure may come from chemical, biological, physical or psychological factors, which may pose a certain potential threat to the physical health and mental health of people engaged in related work.
I. Main types
Chemical substance contact: There may be chemical poisons, harmful gases and heavy metals in the working environment, such as organic solvents, heavy metal pollution and pesticides. Long-term exposure may cause damage to respiratory system, skin and internal organs.
Exposure to biological factors: such as exposure to pathogens, microorganisms, dust mites, molds and other working environments, such as medical industry, agriculture, cleaning services, etc. , which may lead to health problems such as infectious diseases and allergic reactions.
Exposure to physical factors: such as long-term exposure to noise, vibration, radiation, high temperature and low temperature, such as in construction sites, factory workshops, night shifts and other environments, may cause hearing loss, eye problems, spinal diseases and so on.
Exposure to psychological factors: Long-term exposure to high pressure, overwork and unstable working environment may lead to mental health problems such as anxiety, depression and job burnout.
Two. Impact and prevention
Health effects: Occupational exposure may cause a series of health problems, including respiratory diseases, skin lesions, allergic reactions, hearing impairment, mental health problems, etc. It may even lead to long-term chronic diseases or disabilities.
Preventive measures: Taking effective preventive measures is the key to reduce the risk of occupational exposure. Including improving the working environment, using personal protective equipment, regular health examination and strengthening occupational safety training. To reduce exposure and protect the health of employees.
Three. Legal and policy guarantees
Different countries and regions have relevant laws, regulations and policies to protect employees' occupational safety and health. These laws and regulations include restricting the use of harmful substances, standardizing the workplace environment, and establishing a health monitoring system to ensure the physical and mental health of employees.
Occupational exposure refers to the long-term exposure of workers to the working environment, which may cause harm or risk to health. It includes the exposure of chemical, biological, physical and psychological factors, which may cause potential harm to the physical health and mental health of workers. Therefore, it is very important and necessary to prevent occupational exposure, improve the working environment and protect the health of employees.