Can you spot the 3 safety hazards?
1. The electrical wire to the space heater is strung across the doorway and poses a tripping hazard.
2. The worker isn't wearing a dust mask to protect himself—let's hope the dust particles he's breathing in don't contain asbestos or some other toxic substance.
3. Emissions from the space heater might expose the worker to the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Moral: Although all 3 are serious, let's concentrate on the carbon monoxide poisoning hazard.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
What's at Stake
3 Reasons to Pay Attention
1. The electrical wire to the space heater is strung across the doorway and poses a tripping hazard.
2. The worker isn't wearing a dust mask to protect himself—let's hope the dust particles he's breathing in don't contain asbestos or some other toxic substance.
3. Emissions from the space heater might expose the worker to the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Moral: Although all 3 are serious, let's concentrate on the carbon monoxide poisoning hazard.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
What's at Stake
3 Reasons to Pay Attention
- Because it's invisible, odorless and poisonous, […]
This content is for Markel policy holders.
Register
