1. Industrial Settings: These include factories and manufacturing plants where workers may be exposed to chemicals like solvents, heavy metals, and particulates. For instance, exposure to asbestos in older buildings can lead to serious respiratory conditions, including cancer.
2. Agricultural Environments: Here, exposure to pesticides and fertilizers is common. These chemicals can be harmful not only to farmworkers but also to surrounding communities through air and water contamination.
3. Healthcare Facilities: These environments pose risks from exposure to biological agents such as bacteria and viruses, as well as chemical hazards from medications and disinfectants.
4. Residential Areas: Surprisingly, homes can also harbor hazardous environments. Lead in old paint, radon gas, and household cleaning products are some examples of toxic agents that can be found in homes.
