50 Shades of Hazard Assessment [3624]
Date: Thursday, March 9, 2017
Time: 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Location: Greater Columbus Convention Center
Room: Short North Ballroom A

Speakers:
   Carmen Shafer, EHS Manager, Thermo Fisher Scientific

Track: Safety Management
Session Type: Educational Session
Skill Level: Basic

Description:

Is job safety analysis (JSA) passé? JSA is a common technique used to identify dangers of a task and steps to eliminate or reduce those hazards. For many employers, it has become a paperwork exercise with little value. Hazard analysis is a valuable tool. It's not limited to the traditional three column format. The presenter identifies several forms of hazard analysis. She shows how to apply them to different situations. The presenter also explains how to incorporate risk assessment as a tool to support continual safety improvement.



Learning Objectives:
Identify which type of hazard analysis fits your specific needs
Describe how to select and perform a hazard analysis appropriate for your application
Explain how to improve your hazard analysis with risk analysis to prioritize continuous safety improvements at your workplace

CEU Hours:  
  IACET: 0.1
  HRCI: 1
  BELTSS: 1
  EPA: 1
  Sanitarian: 1
  BWC Discount Programs: 1

File & Handouts:
50 Shades Slides







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