Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) might sound like another pile of paperwork, but trust us—it’s one of the best ways to identify and control hazards in your workplace. Whether you’re running a construction site, a restaurant, or a manufacturing plant in Calgary, JHA can save you from injuries, downtime, and even hefty fines.
If you’re not sure where to start, don’t sweat it. We’ve broken the process down into easy steps. And if you’d rather have experts handle it, Calgary Safety Consultants is just a call away to make it hassle-free.
A JHA is a step-by-step review of a specific job or task to identify potential hazards and figure out how to eliminate or minimize them. It’s all about keeping your team safe while ensuring your operations run smoothly.
📖 Reference: The Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Code encourages hazard identification as part of proactive workplace safety management.
Step 1: Choose a Job or Task
Pick a job that has a high risk of injury or one that has led to incidents in the past. For example, operating heavy machinery, using chemicals, or even repetitive manual tasks.
🔧 Pro Tip: Start with tasks that have the highest potential for injury or are done frequently.
Step 2: Break the Task into Steps
Observe the job being done and break it into small, specific steps. Think of it like writing a recipe—clear and detailed.
Example: For a task like using a forklift:
Step 3: Identify Hazards for Each Step
For each step, think about what could go wrong. Ask questions like:
📖 Reference: The Work Safe Alberta Hazard Assessment and Control Handbook lists common workplace hazards, like physical, chemical, and ergonomic risks.
Step 4: Determine Controls for Each Hazard
Now that you know the risks, figure out how to eliminate or control them. Controls can be:
Step 5: Document the JHA
Write everything down! Your JHA should include:
Make the document clear and accessible to everyone who performs the job.
Step 6: Train Your Team
The best JHA in the world won’t matter if your employees don’t know about it. Train your team on the hazards and controls for the tasks they perform.
🔧 Pro Tip: Keep the training practical and interactive. Hands-on demos work wonders.
Let’s be real—conducting a JHA takes time and expertise, and your plate is already full. That’s where we come in. Here’s how Calgary Safety Consultants can make it easier for you:
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By conducting thorough JHAs, you’re not just ticking a compliance box—you’re actively protecting your employees and creating a safer, more efficient workplace. And with Calgary Safety Consultants by your side, you’ll have peace of mind knowing everything is done right.
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Hazard assessment, with controls, should reduce your incidents. However, there could be a problem where you are not properly identifying hazards in your workplace. This could be the case when your incidents are similar in nature. The solution is to uncover more data and trend the problem—resulting a permanent action plan to remedy situation.
After you have established a program, the number of hazard assessment your organization do on a monthly basis should be tracked as a leading indicator for your KPIs. The information will help you assess the implementation of your hazard program and it’s acceptance in the workplace. Book your complimentary consult for more information on how this can be effective for your organization.
Risks are prioritized based on their likelihood and potential severity. High-risk hazards, especially those that are both frequent and severe, are addressed first to protect employees from the most immediate dangers.
A JHA is a step-by-step review of a task to identify potential hazards and determine ways to eliminate or control them, ensuring safer workplaces.
JHAs should be updated regularly—at least annually or whenever there are changes to tasks, equipment, or processes.
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