Hazard identification begins with the work
Look beyond the task sheet. Learn how to notice changing conditions, exposure paths and the things a written procedure may miss.
Read field note ↗Make toolbox talks a two-way conversation
A short briefing works harder when people doing the job can raise concerns and shape the plan.
Read field note ↗Near misses are signals worth understanding
Turn a close call into system learning by asking what made the event possible and what would make recurrence less likely.
Read field note ↗Use the hierarchy of controls to make risk reduction stick
Work through control choices in order, starting with whether the hazard can be removed from the job.
Read field note ↗These field notes are starting points for discussion, not site-specific procedures. Follow applicable regulations, standards and competent local guidance.