What is a job hazard analysis (JHA)
{"Image DocumentName": "What is a job hazard analysis (JHA) ?", "Image ImageDescription": "The JHA is an analysis and improvement process that can literally transform workplace safety. The JHA is a structured process that can discover the causes for the vast majority of workplace injuries and illnesses. Is the employer required to conduct a job hazard analysis? Most OR-OSHA standards do not specifically require the employer to conduct a JHA. However, the employer is required to take the necessary steps to furnish employment (jobs, tasks, procedures) that is safe and healthful. The JHA helps fulfill this requirement. Employers applying for OR-OSHA s Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) and the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) usually conduct JHA s. ORS Employers to furnish safe place of employment. Every employer shall\u2026 furnish employment and a place of employment which are safe and healthful for employees therein, and\u2026 shall do every other thing reasonably necessary to protect the life, safety and health of such employees. The following are the benefits that management and employees can expect from the JHA program: Each step of a job/task becomes defined more accurately. New employee orientation or job reassignment can include the JHA as an outline or lesson plan. Employees learn the safe and correct way of performing a task. Ergonomic risk factors are identified in the JHA process for correction or control. The JHA helps ensure compliance with regulations and industry best practices . The program involves employee\u2019s which can create greater ownership and buy-in. Hazardous conditions and unsafe behaviors are more effectively identified. JHA and be used to review Jobs/tasks that are performed infrequently. The JHA can be placed at the task site for review. The JHA is required for SHARP and VPP. Why is a job hazard analysis important? Workers are injured and killed at the workplace every day in the United States. Safety and health can add value to your business, your job, and your life. One of the best ways to ensure safe work procedures is to conduct a JHA. What is a job ? It s important to understand that a job in this procedure does not refer to the employee s job title or occupation such as forklift operator or roofer. Actually, we\u2019re analyzing a task that is composed of a series of steps. A typical job includes a number of tasks. For instance, a forklift operator not only operates the forklift, but may inspect, perform maintenance, change tires, load and unload materials, change batteries, etc. One or more of those tasks may be hazardous and in need of a JHA.", "Image XResolution": "37", "Image YResolution": "37", "Image ResolutionUnit": "Pixels/Centimeter", "Image Software": "SlidePlayer", "Image YCbCrPositioning": "Centered"}