1. Hazard Recognition
By: Kory Hildebrand

2. What is Hazard Recognition
It is the systematic observation and identification of unsafe conditions, at risk behaviors and underlying management system weaknesses that if permitted to continue may lead to employee injury or illness.

3. What is accomplished by Hazard Recognition
Stimulated safety awareness
Intended to change employees overall work behavior
Trigger mechanism to identify all potential hazards on a job prior to beginning work on that job
Positive intervention and feedback

4. What are some questions to ask when looking for hazards?
· Is the site and the job the same as depicted on the prints?
· Are the necessary materials available to perform the work?
· Does everyone have the proper tools to perform the tasks at hand?
· Are there enough workers to handle the job? Have they all had safety training?
· Are environmental conditions such as light, noise and weather a factor?
· Are there too many people in the area to work safely?
· Have other sub's on the job been notified about hazardous tasks or materials?
Don't wait for accidents to occur! Think and plan ahead!
Anticipate, Evaluate and Control Hazards!

5. What influences our decisions when it comes to hazard recognition
Personal Factors
Experience (Positive/negative)
Knowledge/Skill
Age
Physical Ability
Situational Factors
Stress
Rushing
Control
Organizational Factors
Safety System
Leadership Behaviors
Peer Behaviors

6. Have a plan to handle the hazards
Can I eliminate the hazard?
Can I minimize the risks?
Do I need help?
Is there a better time to do the work?
Do others need to be informed?
What specific PPE and tools are required?
What lock out or permit is needed?

7. Videos http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJHy2239CcU