Bruises, carpal tunnel syndrome, and sprains are examples of work-related ______.

• A. Injuries and illness
• B. Hazards
• C. Incidents
• D. Medical costs

Answer: (A)

Bruises, carpal tunnel syndrome, and sprains are injuries and illnesses that workers may experience as a result of their job tasks or conditions. They represent actual health problems, not potential sources of harm or events. A hazard is something in the workplace that could cause harm, like a slippery floor or heavy lifting, which describes risk rather than the harm itself. An incident is an event that occurs, such as an accident or near-miss, whereas the listed items are the injuries or illnesses that can result. Medical costs refer to the expenses of treatment, not the health outcomes. So these examples fit best under injuries and illnesses.