Acronyms
PASS is the acronym for this
What is Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Two tools for hazard identification and mitigation
What is a Risk Assessment and Job Safety Analysis
The least effective control within the hierarchy of controls
What is PPE
Describes standard practices and procedures to be implemented by the contractor, its employees and subcontractors to ensure all work is performed in a safe manner
What is the Contractor Safety Program
One stop safety source where you will find the Risk assessment log, near miss submission, emergency response plan and other safety related materials.
Safety Homepage
JSA is the acronym for this
What is Job Safety Analysis
In hazard identification, the term "near miss" refers to this kind of event
What is an incident where no injury occurred but could have
Most effective control within the hierarchy of controls
What is Elimination
This is the first step in performing a Lockout/Tagout procedure.
What is to notify affected employees
This essential document should be completed before starting any high-risk task, identifies hazards and outlines safe work procedures.
What is a Job Safety Analysis
SDS is the acronym for this
What is Safety Data Sheet
This method of hazard identification relies on regular observation, open communication, and worker involvement to proactively detect issues.
What is a safety or gemba walk?
Replacing a solvent-based paint with a water-based one to reduce toxic exposure exemplifies this control
What is Substitution
Written pledge, signed by contractor documenting the contractor's commitment to a safe workplace
What is the Contractor Safety Declaration
Safety metrics that are proactive, preventive measures that provide insight into the effectiveness of a safety program before an incident occurs. (e.g., audits, inspections, near miss reporting)
What are leading indicators
TRR is the acronym for this
What is total recordable rate
Hazard when a worker is using a ladder to conduct work
Working from heights
Installing ventilation systems or machine guards are examples of this control type.
What is engineering control?
This final step ensures that the energy isolation was effective before maintenance begins
What is verifying there is zero energy
These ensure our processes include appropriate risk assessment steps for routine tasks and minor disruptions
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
OSHA is the acronym for this
What is Occupational Safety & Health Administration
Slippery floors, unguarded machinery, and exposed wiring are examples of this type of hazard.
What are physical hazards
Safety signs and training fall under this level of control
What is administrative control?
This is the primary purpose of Lockout/Tagout procedures
What is to prevent the accidental release of hazardous energy?
Safety metrics that reflect incidents or outcomes that have already occurred. These only identify areas that need improvement, they don't prevent incidents.
What are lagging indicators.