Objectives
Assist Supervisors / Foreman / Engineers in the identification of workplace hazards by Ensure workplace hazard are controlled so far as is reasonably practicable.
Workplace Hazard
What is a Hazard?
A condition which has the potential to cause injury to people, damage to equipment or damage to the environment.
Workplace Hazard
Hazards May Cause:
A- Unsafe Conditions
B- Unsafe Acts
Unsafe acts by people can be described as:
Unsafe speeds of working
No authority – Failure to secure or warn
Safety devices made inoperative
Arranging or placing objects unsafely
Fooling, teasing, abusing
Equipment unsafe: hands instead of push stick
Adjusting moving dangerous equipment
Chance taking, shortcut
Taking unsafe position
Safe attire; Failure to use
If we can eliminate Unsafe acts & Unsafe conditions, about 98% of all accidents would be prevented.
Unsafe Conditions May Be:
Construction unsafe
Order or planning bad
No guard
Defective condition – rough, sharp, slippery
Inadequately guarded
The layout, exits, walkways, etc
Illumination unsafe
Overcrowding
No PPE
Safe ventilation non-existent22
Responsibility
- Fill out HIP forms in their areas of authority at the beginning of each shift.
- All hazards are identified by the workforce and have been controlled before work starts.
- Ensure workforce understand their responsibilities in controlling hazards and sign onto the HIP form.
- Ensure HIP forms are updated with new hazards and controls if working conditions change during the shift or if a new worker joins the team.
- At the end of your shift drop the HIP form into the drop box at the site entrance.
Hazard Identification Process
A- The HIP procedure has pictures to help remind supervisors of points they should be discussing with the workforce and in assessing workplace hazards.
B- The aim is to get workers to identify hazards for themselves and to encourage them to recommend the controls needed.
1. Aims and Objectives
- The objective of the Job to be done
- Workforce understands their job.
- Assess how hazard is to be controlled.
- All workers discuss together; the Supervisor is not the only one who speaks
2. Responsibilities of team members
- If the Supervisor is called away who is in-charge.
- All men are aware of who will be in charge.
- Who will do what job?
3. Man Power and Skills
- Supervisor asks the team if they have enough workers to complete their task. No “juggling “of jobs.
- Any “Bright Ideas” to improve safety.
- Workers understand how to use equipment (proper training).
- New workers not given jobs, they are not experienced in.
4. Permit to work
- Is PTW required?
- Has it been filled incorrectly?
- Has it been signed by the relevant people
5. Hazardous Substances
- What chemicals/Substances are in use?
- Is the SDS available?
- Do you understand all the information On the SDS?
- Do you know what the emergency procedures are in the event of a spill?
- Is all the PPE adequate / is additional equipment needed (Eyewash station)?
6. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Is the PPE correct for the job?
- Is everyone wearing it?
- Is PPE insufficient supply & in good condition?
- Defects or comments noted in the HIP Form.
7. Manual Handling
- Is lifting/carrying involved?
- Can it be made safer or can mechanical means be used example? platforms?
- Add controls onto HIP form.
8. Work Environment
- The area around where men are working?
- Things to consider: Noise, Dust, Heat (shade), Wind, working in confined spaces, adequate ventilation, working at height, slippery surfaces, tripping hazards, flying particles.
- Write down hazards and controls on the HIP form.
9. Access and Egress
- Is access to work area safe (Obstruction, trip hazards, slippery surfaces)?
- Are Ladders, scaffolding in good condition fixed in position correctly (Scaf tag Cert.)? Can we escape?
- Can we evacuate a badly injured person (on a stretcher) from the area?
- Write down Hazard/Control measures.
10. Conflicting Activities
- Are work activities around you likely to cause potential injury to workers from below, around or above? Ask your workforce to identify possible problems.
- Are there areas unguarded which may cause to fall/trip/slip.
- Are there any other unsafe conditions?
- Are men working unsafely?
- Record all-hazard on your HIP form and your controls.
11. Tools and Equipment
- Is all equipment correctly colour coded?
- Is the equipment in good condition?
- Write down any defective equipment and controls needed before you start the work.
12. Waste and Housekeeping
- Is the workforce clean, no tripping hazards, fire hazards?
- Is waste disposed of correctly?
- List hazards and controls on your HIP form.
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