It’s one of the most common manufacturing hazards. Even something like a forklift can be extremely dangerous if someone doesn’t know the proper safety standards or operational procedures. 5.

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The convention requires countries to have procedures for reporting workplace accidents, occupational diseases and dangerous occurrences caused by exposure to biological hazards in the workplace ...

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The convention lists biological hazards, and is accompanied by a second text, a “recommendation”, which provides further details. Hazards can be of plant, animal or human origin.