dentifying and Controlling Workplace Hazards
To maintain a safe work environment, employers must first identify potential hazards that could cause employee injuries or illnesses, then eliminate or control those hazards effectively. The key approach is applying the Hierarchy of Controls, a structured method used to minimize or remove workplace risks.
This course introduces the core principles and best practices for recognizing and controlling workplace hazards, emphasizing how to apply the Hierarchy of Controls to eliminate or reduce exposure.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
| ID | Objective |
|---|---|
| TO 1.0 | Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment. |
| LO 1.1.1 | Define and provide examples of workplace hazards and exposures. |
| LO 1.1.2 | Explain and distinguish between recognized and foreseeable hazards. |
| LO 1.1.3 | Identify examples of physical, environmental, and potential exposure risks. |
| LO 1.1.4 | List and describe the five general hazard types employees may encounter. |
| LO 1.1.5 | Identify and explain the 13 specific hazard categories found in the workplace. |
| LO 1.2.1 | List and describe each hazard control strategy within the Hierarchy of Controls. |
| LO 1.2.2 | Explain OSHA’s requirements for technical and economic feasibility of controls. |
| LO 1.2.3 | Describe and provide examples of elimination, substitution, and engineering controls. |
| LO 1.2.4 | Describe and provide examples of warnings, administrative controls, PPE, and interim measures. |
| LO 1.2.5 | Identify and explain safe work practices for hazard prevention. |
| LO 1.2.6 | Describe the purpose and benefits of preventive and corrective maintenance programs with examples. |
Key: Terminal Objective (TO), Learning Objective (LO)