Question

The different ways a person can come into contact with hazardous chemicals are called _______

(a) Exposure pathways

(b) Toxic pathways

(c) Chemical pathways

(d) Hazard pathways

The question was asked during an online interview.

My doubt is from Risk Management topic in portion Risk Management of Hazardous Waste Management

Answer 1

The correct option is (a) Exposure pathways

To explain: There are three basic exposure pathways which are inhalation, ingestion, and skin contact. Inhalation is breathing or inhaling into the lungs. Ingestion is taking something in by mouth. Skin contact occurs when something comes in direct contact with skin.