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In a post below, respond to the following prompt, which assesses course outcomes C1, C4, C5 and module learning objectives M5.2, M5.5. Then, you must respond to your classmates' posts. After you post a response, you will be able to see other responses. You are not required to post more than once, but feel free to respond to other posts and engage with your classmates.

Your initial post is due on [day of week] by [time] CST. Your response to another student is due on [day of week] by [time] CST.

Your initial post should be at least 200 words, and each response to classmates should be at least 100 words. A simple “I agree” or “Yes” or “LOL” will not count. Please think about the questions and your peers' responses and reply thoughtfully and courteously, according to netiquette rules. Use good English grammar, correct punctuation, and complete sentences. While the posts will mostly be judged by their thoughtfulness and completeness, I reserve the right to take off points for grammatical errors, especially if they interfere with the clarity of the post.

Prompt

Chemical and biological hazards can be difficult to detect, yet they can have serious effects on both workers and surrounding communities. Drawing from what you have learned in this module, describe a chemical hazard or a biological hazard you have encountered or researched in a workplace or community setting. Address the following:

How the hazard enters the body (routes of entry).
Possible acute and chronic health effects.
How current regulations or Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs) address this hazard.
At least two control strategies, based on the hierarchy of controls, could reduce exposure.

Finally, reflect on how understanding this hazard could help you in your career and in protecting the health of others.