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Step 2: Identify the Hazards in each Step

Consider the following physical hazards.

Pressure, Vibration., Access, Moving Objects, Electricity, Chemicals, vehicles,

Height, Confined Spaces, Depth, Weather, Noise, Rotating Equipment, Weight,

Equipment, Heat, Cold, Water, Dust, etc.

Consider the possible causes of injuries.

Struck by, Caught in/on, Overexertion, Dropped Objects,

Slips/Trips/ Falls, Inhalation, Strike Against, Fire/Explosion, Exposure to

Gas/Heat/Fumes/Dust/Chemicals, Cold, Pinch Points.

Also Consider:

Pollution to the Environment, Damage to Equipment, Human Factors,

Competency, Training, Fitness, Fatigue, etc.

Step 3: Risk Elimination or Reduction Measures

 Elimination or substitution, changing process or substance.

 Engineering controls: Guards, rails, mechanical aids.

 Administrative controls: Reduction in exposure time, number of employees.

 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Step 4: Review and Update the JHA Periodically

The JHA should be reviewed when:

 The task is complete.

 The method of performing the task has changed.

 New employees are performing the task.

 Further hazards have been identified.

 The task is undertaken again.

By taking a few extra minutes prior to performing a task and completing a JHA on that

task we can all create a safer workplace, reduce accidents and have a “Zero Injury”

work environment.

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