Description

How to identify hazards in a workplace?

There are many potential hazards that can be present in any workplace. Some of the most common workplace hazards include slips, trips and falls; exposure to harmful substances; and ergonomic issues.

Slips, trips and falls are one of the most common types of workplace accidents. They can occur due to spills, cluttered work areas, poor lighting, or simply because of the nature of the work being done. Slips, trips and falls can lead to serious injuries, including broken bones, concussions, and even death.

Hazard identification is an important part of any safety program. By identifying hazards in the workplace, employees and employers can take steps to control or eliminate them. There are a number of ways to identify hazards, including conducting a hazard assessment, observing work practices and reviewing incident reports.

Conducting a hazard assessment is one of the most effective ways to identify hazards in the workplace. A hazard assessment is a systematic examination of the workplace to identify potential hazards. It should be conducted by a qualified person who is familiar with the particular workplace and the types of hazards that may be present.

About this course

• Training Provider: OHS.com.au with AlertForce (RTO Code 91826)
• Location: Online
• Course length: Approx. 4 hours
• Time: Self-paced
• Certification / Accreditation: Certificate of Completion*
• CPD Points: Yes. 4 points as certificate of completion

Background – When should hazard identification be done?

Hazard identification can be done in a number of ways, depending on the circumstances. Sometimes it can be done during the design and implementation phase of a project, such as when designing a new process or procedure. Other times, it can be done before tasks are undertaken, such as when checking equipment or following processes. Reviewing surroundings before each shift can also help to identify potential hazards.

While tasks are being done, it is important to be aware of changes, abnormal conditions, or sudden emissions. This can help to identify potential hazards before they cause an incident. Inspections, both formal and informal, can also be a useful tool for hazard identification. Supervisors and health and safety committees can also help to identify potential hazards.

To ensure all hazards are found the follow steps should be taken:

• Look at all aspects of the work and include non-routine activities such as maintenance, repair, or cleaning.
• Look at the physical work environment, equipment, materials, products, etc. that are used.
• Include how the tasks are done.
• Look at injury and incident records.
• Talk to the workers: they know their job and its hazards best.
• Include all shifts, and people who work off site either at home, on other job sites, drivers, teleworkers, with clients, etc.
• Look at the way the work is organized or done (include experience of people doing the work, systems being used, etc).
• Look at foreseeable unusual conditions (for example: possible impact on hazard control procedures that may be unavailable in an emergency situation, power outage, etc.).
• Determine whether a product, machine or equipment can be intentionally or unintentionally changed (e.g., a safety guard that could be removed).
• Review all of the phases of the lifecycle.
• Examine risks to visitors or the public.

Course outline

Alertforce’s Hazard Identification training course is of the utmost importance in any industry. To best ensure a safe working environment for all, it is necessary to regularly conduct Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) as well as Hazard Prevention and Control (HPC) procedures. HIRA allows for the identification of potential workplace hazards, while HPC implements controls to mitigate the risks associated with those hazards.

The objectives of Alertforce’s training course is to bring about greater awareness of workplace hazards and the ways in which they can be controlled. By understanding the Recognition, Evaluation and Control of Hazards (REACH) process, its requirements and benefits, employees will be better equipped to identify and mitigate risks in their workplace.

This course is designed to create safer workplaces.

  Learning form

All Hazard Indentification course participants are encouraged to watch the videos and engage in group discussions after each video is finished. Facilitators and participants can review the key points from each video and module using the provided support material.

There are many ways to view and participate in discussions.

• E-learning Format
• Face-to face safety meetings
• Forum
• Email

Participants can upload the training videos to e-learning and view them online. Participants can review the support material online and answer any questions.

Face-to-face safety meetings allow participants to watch videos and participate in discussions. Face-to-face meetings allow for greater interaction and engagement, but can be logistically challenging.

You can also upload the videos to a forum. Participants can access the videos and other support materials via a private forum, company website, or by uploading them to a forum. Each module contains the answers to your questions.

You can also complete the course via email. Participants can email their answers to the discussion questions once they have watched the videos.

No matter how the material is delivered, all participants should have access to it. The support material includes discussion questions as well as the video script. Participants can use the questions to explore the effects of safety practices on their organization.

The modules also include scripts and reference materials. These materials allow participants to review and research the key points of the lesson.

Facilitators and participants can use the video scripts and questions to help them create an action plan. Participants can take specific steps and make suggestions to use the plan in their work environment.