Hazard Prevention and Control
Hazard prevention and control processes are conducted after hazards are identified and assessed.
Hazard prevention and control processes are conducted after hazards are identified and assessed.
These processes help employers prevent existing and potential hazards and eliminate or otherwise control hazards in the workplace.
- Employers and workers cooperate to identify and select methods for eliminating, preventing, or controlling workplace hazards.
- Controls are selected per the "Hierarchy of Controls" that first try to eliminate hazards. Engineering solutions, followed by safe work practices, administrative controls, and finally personal protective equipment (PPE) are used to control hazards. We'll discuss more on this topic later.
- Plans are developed to ensure controls are implemented, interim protection is provided, progress is tracked, and the effectiveness of controls is verified.
Effective hazard prevention and control methods protect workers and have the following benefits:
- Eliminate or reduce workplace hazards.
- Help avoid injuries, illnesses, and incidents.
- Minimize or eliminate safety and health risks.
- Help employers provide workers with safe and healthful working conditions.
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1-5. What is the first priority in the "Hierarchy of Controls" to prevent hazards in the workplace?
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