About this Health and Hygiene Toolbox Talk
This health and hygiene toolbox talk provides practical guidance for workers against harm to their health, safety and welfare, through the elimination or minimization of risks that may arise from their work tasks and workplace exposure hazards. Under health and safety legislation, a person conducting a business is required to provide and maintain systems of work that are, as far as is practicable, safe and without risks to health. Accordingly, health, welfare and hygiene are some of the basic safety requirements of a workplace and all personnel must be protected against harm to their health, safety and personal hygiene.
The Importance of Good Health and Hygiene
Health can be described as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Good health and hygiene are essential for many reasons:
- They protect us from illness and infection.
- Helps us to maintain our physical appearance.
- Enables us to lead happy and productive lives.
It is important to practice good health and hygiene habits (e.g. using hand sanitizers) from an early age, as these habits will stay with us for life. Good health requires us to eat nutritious foods, exercise regularly and get adequate rest. There are also many simple steps that we can take at work to maintain good hygiene, including washing our hands often and keeping food preparation areas clean.
What About Biological Hazards at Work?
Biological hazards can cause a variety of health effects, such as skin irritations, allergies and infections, etc. The risk of biological hazards can be managed by identifying areas of exposure, assessing the risks and consulting qualified medical personnel, or industrial hygienists, as is necessary to control risks. Where a known biological hazard exists, applicable vaccinations are to be considered as a control measure to minimize the risk of infection.
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