HAZARD IDENTIFICATION, RISK EVALUATION & RISK CONTROL

OBJECTIVETo identify types of Hazard in work areaTo make Risk AssessmentsTo suggest Risk Controls to OrganizationTo implementing Risk ControlsTo review Risk Controls

HIRERC -Planning & Implementation

OSH-MS (MS 1722:2003)PolicyOrganizingPlanning And ImplementationMeasuring PerformanceAction for Improvement

Key Elements

Why We Need OSH-MSOur Organization to be No. 1Increase Return of Investment-employees, money, time..Safe work place

How to StartOrganization should have visionCommitment from management

-right people-resource -time

Should have internal auditManagement committee to review reportsExternal auditSpecific organization policy-hazard specificEmployees participation -meeting, trainingSafety as basic training

Why conduct a risk evaluationHuman factorssave life, stop workplace injuries, illnesses and increase staff morale.Legal factorsmeet legislative requirements, OHS&W and WorkCover.Financial factorsdecrease the risk of prosecution and fines incurred, lower WorkCoverlevies, reduce absenteeism, and increase potential for gaining shareholders and increase productivity.

Hazard Management ProcessIdentifythehazardsistoidentifythehazardsinyourbusinessandassessthelikelihoodofthemcausingaseriousinjuryorillness.Assess the risksRiskAssessmentdetermineshowlikelyandhowserioustheeffectswillbeonpeopleintheworkplacebeingexposedtothehazard.Control the risksRiskControlinvolvesdecidingwhatneedstobedonetoeliminateorcontroltheriskstohealthandsafety.Monitor and reviewPeriodicreviewsofcontrolmeasuresandriskassessmentsshouldbeconductedtoensurethecontrolmeasuresimplementedareappropriateandeffectiveandtheriskassessmentsarestillvalid.

The Process of Hazard Management

Introduction to HIRERCPrinciples used in workplace to manage safety and health.Section 15 (2)(a) of OSHA 1994:

which reads the provision and maintenance of plants and systems of workthat are,so far as is practicable, safe and without risks to health

Overview Of HIRERCDefinition of HazardsClassification of HazardsPotential sources of HazardsBasic components of Risk Management

DefinitionHazard

A source or a situation with a potential for harmto humans, property and damage of environment or a combination of these.Danger

Relative exposure to hazard.Risk

A combination of likelihood of occurrence and severity of injury or damage.CLASSIFICATIONS AND POTENTIAL SOURCES OF HAZARDS

Mechanical HazardsMechanical hazards are created by the powered operation of apparatus or tools.

Example of HazardsRotating Machinery -machinery with rotating parts can catch loose clothing, hands, or hair, potentially causing serious injuries.Tools -Careless use of tools or use of tools in poor condition can cause injuries to the hands, eyes, head, and limbs.Sharps and pointed edges tools -Careless use can quickly result in deep cuts.

Electrical HazardsAn electrical hazard is a dangerous condition where a worker can or does make electrical contact with energized equipment or a conductor.

Example of HazardsDamaged Receptacles Insulation damaged or broken coverImproper GroundingWater Spill on Electrical EquipmentLightning

Biological HazardsBiological Hazards are organisms or products of organisms that present a health hazard to humans.

Example of HazardsBacteria microscopic organism that lives in soil, water, organic matter or the bodies of plants and animals and are characterized by lack of distinct nucleus and the inability to photosynthesize.Viruses are group of pathogens that consist mostly of nucleic acids and that lack cellular structure. Viruses are dependent on their host for replication.Fungi any major group of lower plants that lack chlorophyll and live on dead or other living organisms.

How do Biological Hazards Enter the Body?InhalationAbsorptionIngestionInjection

Chemical HazardsA chemical hazard is a chemical whose properties jeopardize the health of humans and other animals or whose properties harm the environment.

Example of HazardsReactive Chemicals that react violently with water to produce toxic gases or explosive mixtures are classified as reactive. examples: sodium, potassium, and lithiumCorrosive Chemicals are corrosive if they cause the visible destruction of or irreversible alterations in living tissue or metals.Flammable Chemicals that catch fire and burn in air are classified as flammable.Toxic chemicals are harmful on contact with living tissue, whether by direct contact, inhalation, injection or ingestion

Psychological HazardThose that are basically causing stress to a worker. This kinds of hazard troubles an individual very much to an extent that his general well-being is affected.

Example of HazardsWork-related Stress factors include excessive working time and overwork.Bullying factors include verbal and emotional abuse.Sexual harassment Angry management it may come inside or outside the organization.Ergonomics HazardsErgonomic Hazard is a physical factor within the environment that harms the musculoskeletal system. Ergonomic hazards include themes such as repetitive movement, manual handling, workplace/job/task design, uncomfortable workstation height and poor body positioning.Example of HazardsWork stations (Sitting and standing)NoiseThermal ComfortLightingComputer SystemsEquipment Layout Operation

Hazard IdentificationTo keep workplace safeand healthy.

-employers should make sure there are no hazards to which employees could be exposed.Employers should look for hazards in advance

as part of their risk management plan to prevent potential hazards.Actions & RecommendationsAll related statements should be madeWith no cost restrainsShould be reviewed every 4 monthsNeed management support

Risk assessment

Identify the hazards When you work in a place every day it is easy to overlook some hazards, so here are some tips to help you identify the ones that matter: Check manufacturers instructions Look back at your accident and ill-health records Take account of non-routine operations Remember to think about long-term hazards to health

Who might be harmed?For each hazard you need to be clear about who might be harmed it will help you identify the best way of controlling the risk. That doesnt mean listing everyone by name, but rather identifying groups of people (eg people working in the storeroom or passers-by). Remember: Some workers may have particular requirements, eg new and young workers, migrant workers, new or expectant mothers, people with disabilities, temporary workers, contractors, homeworkers and lone workers. Think about people who might not be in the workplace all the time, such as visitors, contractors and maintenance workers. Take members of the public into account if they could be harmed by your work activities. If you share a workplace with another business, consider how your work affects others and how their work affects you and your workers. Talk to each other and make sure controls are in place. Ask your workers if there is anyone you may have missed.

Evaluate the risksHaving identified the hazards, you then have to decide how likely it is that harm will occur, ie the level of risk and what to do about it. Risk is a part of everyday life and you are not expected to eliminate all risks. Look at what youre already doing and the control measures you already have in place. Ask yourself: Can I get rid of the hazard altogether? If not, how can I control the risks so that harm is unlikely? Some practical steps you could take include: trying a less risky option; preventing access to the hazards; organizing your work to reduce exposure to the hazard; issuing protective equipment; providing welfare facilities such as first aid and washing facilities; involving and consulting with workers.

Record your significant findingsMake a record of your significant findings the hazards, how people might be harmed by them and what you have in place to control A risk assessment must be suitable and sufficient, ie it should show that: a proper check was made; you asked who might be affected; you dealt with all the obvious significant hazards, taking into account the number of people who could be involved; the precautions are reasonable, and the remaining risk is low; you involved your employees or their representatives in the process.

Regularly review your risk assessmentFew workplaces stay the same. Sooner or later, you will bring in new equipment, substances and procedures that could lead to new hazards. So it makes sense to review what you are doing on an ongoing basis, look at your risk assessment again and ask yourself: Have there been any significant changes? Are there improvements you still need to make? Have your workers spotted a problem? Have you learnt anything from accidents or near misses?