1-Hour Job Hazard Analysis – Special Elective
THIS IS AN AWARENESS-LEVEL TRAINING ONLY and does not provide any other qualification or authorization outside of the Site Safety Training Card.
Description
The 1-Hour Job Hazard Analysis course is a focused training program designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to identify, assess, and control workplace hazards through the process of job hazard analysis (JHA). This course aims to increase awareness about the importance of proactive hazard identification and equip participants with practical techniques to mitigate risks and promote a safe work environment.
Key Topics Covered
- Concept and Purpose of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA): Breaking down tasks into individual steps and identifying associated hazards.
- Hazard Assessment Methods: Understanding different methods and involving workers in the analysis process.
- Recognizing Workplace Hazards: Identifying common workplace hazards and their impact.
- Risk Assessments: Conducting risk assessments and prioritizing hazards.
- Developing Control Measures: Implementing and communicating effective risk control strategies.
- Continuous Improvement: Emphasizing ongoing hazard identification to maintain safety.
Course Format
- Language: English and Spanish
- Duration: 1 Hour
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will have the skills to:
- Analyze job tasks and identify potential hazards.
- Determine and prioritize effective control measures.
- Communicate hazard information and foster a culture of workplace safety.
Requirements
- Local Law 196 of 2017 requires certain workers and supervisors to receive safety training at construction sites that are required to designate a Construction Superintendent, Site Safety Coordinator or Site Safety Manager.
Target audiences
- Required curriculum for any Worker or Supervisor employed in NYC within the Five Boroughs on projects requiring a Construction Super, Site Safety Manager, Site Safety Coordinator, Concrete Safety Manager, or Competent Person.