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Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)

The document outlines a safety program focused on Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) to educate employees on recognizing and managing workplace hazards. It details the types of hazards, the risk assessment process, and the role of employees in reporting hazards, emphasizing proactive safety culture. The expected outcomes include enhanced hazard awareness, reduced incidents, and improved safety culture.

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Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)

The document outlines a safety program focused on Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) to educate employees on recognizing and managing workplace hazards. It details the types of hazards, the risk assessment process, and the role of employees in reporting hazards, emphasizing proactive safety culture. The expected outcomes include enhanced hazard awareness, reduced incidents, and improved safety culture.

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Safety Program Topic: “Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)”

Objective:

To educate Site employees and workers on the importance of proactively identifying


workplace hazards, assessing associated risks, and implementing effective controls to
prevent incidents and ensure a safe working environment.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Definition of Hazard and Risk

o Hazard: Any source with the potential to cause harm (e.g., tools, equipment,
chemicals, unsafe actions).

o Risk: The likelihood that the hazard will cause harm and the severity of that
harm.

2. Types of Hazards

o Physical (noise, heat, slips, trips)

o Chemical (exposure to harmful substances)

o Biological (bacteria, viruses)

o Ergonomic (improper lifting, repetitive motion)

o Mechanical (unguarded machinery, moving parts)


o Psychological (stress, fatigue)

3. Risk Assessment Process

o Step 1: Identify hazards in the work area or activity.

o Step 2: Determine who might be harmed and how.

o Step 3: Evaluate the risks and decide on precautions.

o Step 4: Implement control measures (Elimination, Substitution, Engineering


controls, administrative controls, PPE).

o Step 5: Record findings and review periodically or after any incident/change.

4. Role of Employees in Hazard Reporting

o Encouraging a proactive culture of hazard recognition.

o Using proper reporting channels (verbal reports, hazard cards, mobile apps).

o Immediate escalation of high-risk conditions to supervisors.

5. Practical Examples

o Identifying tripping hazards on walkways.

o Spotting worn-out tools or damaged PPE.

o Recognizing unsafe lifting practices.


6. Integration with Permit-to-Work and Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

o Importance of conducting a JSA before high-risk tasks.

o Linking HIRA to ongoing site safety documentation and permits.

Implementation Tips:

• Conduct regular hazard walkthroughs with mixed teams (supervisors + workers).

• Use visual aids (photos, charts) during the training to show real examples.

• Encourage interactive discussion with workers sharing experiences.

• Reinforce the "Stop Work Authority" if a hazard is identified and not controlled.

• Maintain a hazard log and track corrective actions.

Expected Outcome:

• Enhanced awareness and early detection of workplace hazards.

• Reduced incident and near-miss rates.

• Improved safety culture with shared responsibility.

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