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Health hazard

A chemical, mixture of chemicals, or pathogen for which there is statistically significant evidence that acute or chronic health effects may occur in exposed employees. Includes carcinogens, toxic agents, reproductive toxins, irritants, corrosives, sensitizers, and agents that damage various body systems. Also includes stress due to temperature extremes.