Occupational Safety Terms

3 words in this vocabulary list

noun a substance that is inhaled, especially for medicinal purposes

  • The doctor warned about the dangers of inhaling household inhalants.
  • I accidentally inhaled some paint fumes while working on my project.
  • Don't be stupid and start huffing inhalants, it's really dangerous.
  • His words were like a toxic inhalant, poisoning the atmosphere of the meeting.

noun a game of chance where players select a set of numbers in hopes of matching them with numbers drawn randomly

  • The LOTO procedure must be followed before any maintenance work can begin.
  • Did you remember to do the LOTO before starting on the equipment?
  • I always make sure to LOTO before messing with any of the machines.
  • Implementing LOTO in your daily routine can help you avoid potential hazards in life.

JSA

noun Job Seeker's Allowance (a type of welfare benefit in the UK)

  • The Job Seeker's Allowance (JSA) is a government benefit provided to individuals who are actively looking for employment.
  • I applied for JSA after losing my job to help cover my expenses while I search for a new one.
  • I'm on JSA right now until I can find a job that suits me.
  • Receiving JSA was like a safety net for me during a difficult period of unemployment.