Environment, health and safety
For work using chemicals, what is the activity called that identifies hazards, estimates the magnitude of risk and decides countermeasures?
- ARisk assessment
- BStatistical process control
- CBinning
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Answer: A. Risk assessment
In risk assessment, the hazards of the chemicals used are checked in SDSs and elsewhere, the likelihood of exposure and accidents is estimated from quantities used and work methods, and countermeasures such as substitute substances, equipment improvements and protective equipment are decided in order of priority.