Conducting an Effective Job Safety Analysis (JSA)/Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)

OVERVIEW

A Job Safety Analysis (JSA), also called a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), is an effective safety risk identification and mitigation technique used to identify and mitigate the dangers of specific tasks to prevent the risk of injury to workers.

JSAs/JHAs identify step-by-step how a job or work task is completed.  All steps are listed sequentially, and safety risks are identified and mitigated.  JSAs/JHAs are a powerful tool to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses. 

JSAs/JHAs are an integral part of a comprehensive safety program that helps reduce workplace injuries and illnesses and effectively engages workers in the safety culture process.

The webinar will teach you Effective Techniques for Writing and Documenting Your JSAs/JHAs and answer any site-specific questions or concerns.

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?

This session offers a comprehensive guide to the systematic process of identifying and mitigating potential hazards associated with specific job tasks. By participating, you'll gain insights into the importance of JSA/JHA in preventing workplace injuries, enhancing employee awareness, and ensuring legal compliance. 

Whether you are a safety professional, supervisor, or business owner, this webinar equips you with the knowledge and tools needed to create a safer work environment, reduce legal risks, and demonstrate a commitment to regulatory compliance.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

The main objective of this session is to make you more familiar with job hazard analysis. Upon completion of the session, you will be able to:

• Identify the Main Safety Purpose of Creating Job Safety Analysis (JSA)/Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)
• Understand How to Write an Effective JSA/JHA
• Understand How to Prioritize Job Tasks for JSA/JHA Creation.
• Understand How to Effectively Engage Employees in Creating and Implementing JSAs/JHAs
• Analyze Jobs Effectively to Detect and Correct Safety Hazards.
• Understand How JSAs/JHAs are a Key Part of Accident Investigations
• Answer Site-Specific Questions and Concerns.

AREAS COVERED

• What is a JSA/JHA?
• Who should conduct JSAs?
• Why is a JSA important?
• What jobs need a JSA?
• What are the benefits of doing a JSA?
• What are the basic steps of doing a JSA?
• What is important to know when "selecting the job"?
• How do I break the job into "basic steps"?
• How do I "identify potential hazards"?
• How do I "determine preventive measures?"
• How should I make the information available to everyone else?

TOPIC BACKGROUND

Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) are systematic processes used to identify and evaluate potential hazards associated with specific jobs or tasks in the workplace. While the terms are often used interchangeably, they generally refer to the same practice of breaking down a job into individual steps, identifying potential hazards, and implementing controls to mitigate risks.

Many regulatory bodies, including OSHA in the United States, require employers to identify and mitigate workplace hazards. JSA/JHA helps organizations fulfill these legal obligations and demonstrates a commitment to workplace safety. Conducting a Job Safety Analysis or Job Hazard Analysis is crucial for maintaining a safe workplace, complying with legal requirements, and minimizing the risk of legal complications associated with workplace injuries or illnesses.