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What is the first step in assessing the risk of a hazard?
What is the first step in assessing the risk of a hazard?
- Rate the risk
- Determine likelihood
- Identify hazards (correct)
- Evaluate consequences
Which of the following is considered a consequence of a hazard?
Which of the following is considered a consequence of a hazard?
- Frequent occurrence
- Change to operations
- New staff training
- Major injuries (correct)
What does a rating of '5' in severity imply?
What does a rating of '5' in severity imply?
- No significant risk of injury
- Likely to result in death (correct)
- Potential for moderate injury
- Potential for minor injury
In the risk assessment chart, what does the term 'occasional' signify regarding frequency?
In the risk assessment chart, what does the term 'occasional' signify regarding frequency?
What does the 'remote' rating indicate about the likelihood of a hazard occurring?
What does the 'remote' rating indicate about the likelihood of a hazard occurring?
If a hazard has been rated a frequency of '4', how likely is it to occur?
If a hazard has been rated a frequency of '4', how likely is it to occur?
Which consequence category is associated with 'minor injuries'?
Which consequence category is associated with 'minor injuries'?
What is necessary to assess during STEP 2: LIKELIHOOD?
What is necessary to assess during STEP 2: LIKELIHOOD?
What is the primary purpose of the risk assessment activity?
What is the primary purpose of the risk assessment activity?
Which of the following best describes a hazard?
Which of the following best describes a hazard?
In assessing risks, what does it mean to 'eliminate' a hazard?
In assessing risks, what does it mean to 'eliminate' a hazard?
What is the first step to carry out a basic risk assessment?
What is the first step to carry out a basic risk assessment?
What does the term 'safeguards' refer to in risk control?
What does the term 'safeguards' refer to in risk control?
After identifying hazards, which action should follow in the risk assessment process?
After identifying hazards, which action should follow in the risk assessment process?
Which of the following is NOT a method of controlling risks?
Which of the following is NOT a method of controlling risks?
What is a possible hazard associated with a hairdressing salon?
What is a possible hazard associated with a hairdressing salon?
What does the acronym OHS stand for in the context of workplace safety?
What does the acronym OHS stand for in the context of workplace safety?
Which of the following best describes the term 'risk' in the context of hazard assessment?
Which of the following best describes the term 'risk' in the context of hazard assessment?
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Study Notes
Risk Assessment Activity Overview
- Focus on identifying, assessing, and controlling hazards in the workplace.
- Resources include SEHAS Institute OHS Module and relevant OHS books.
Steps for Risk Assessment
- Step 1: Information Gathering
- Collect details about each identified hazard.
- Step 2: Likelihood Assessment
- Evaluate how many people may be exposed to each hazard and for how long.
- Consider factors that increase hazard likelihood, including operational changes and staff experience.
- Step 3: Consequences Evaluation
- Assess the potential outcomes of hazards using categories like:
- Fatality
- Major injuries
- Minor injuries
- Negligible injuries
- Assess the potential outcomes of hazards using categories like:
- Step 4: Risk Rating
- Use a risk chart to determine the overall risk for each hazard based on severity and frequency.
Risk Assessment Table
- Spot the hazard to identify any potential risks in the workplace.
- Assess the likelihood and potential consequences of each hazard.
- Recommend control measures which may involve:
- Elimination of the hazard
- Substitution or isolation
- Addition of safeguards
- Use of protective equipment
Risk Ranking and Control Measures
- Rank risks based on assessment.
- Implement control strategies to mitigate identified hazards effectively.
Risk Assessment Chart
- Frequency and severity are rated on a scale from 1 (improbable or negligible risk) to 5 (frequent occurrence or catastrophic consequences).
- Use the risk matrix to calculate the risk level based on assigned frequency and severity scores.
Key Definitions
- Hazard: Anything that could potentially harm individuals in a work environment.
- Control Measures: Strategies to eliminate or minimize risks, such as protective equipment and procedural changes.
Document Requirements
- Information must include details like the name of the organization, number of employees, and descriptions relevant to the risk assessment area.
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