Hazard And Exposure Control Strategies Within The “Hierarchy Of Controls”
Hazard Control Strategies The top strategy areas (elimination, substitution, and engineering controls) attempt to control hazards. Controlling hazards is…
Five Hazard Control Strategies Within The Hierarchy Of Controls
The Hierarchy of Controls (HOC) As you learned earlier, there are many different types of hazards in the workplace….
Hazard Control Strategies That Eliminate Or Mitigate Exposure To Hazards
Warnings and Administrative Controls Warnings are usually audible or visible. Signs, labels, posters, and lights are examples of warnings…
Hazard Control Strategies That Eliminate Or Mitigate Hazards
Elimination and Substitution Elimination and substitution, while most effective at reducing hazards, also tend to be the most difficult…
Examples Of Interim Control Measures
Interim Measures When a hazard is recognized, the preferred correction or control cannot always be accomplished immediately. However, in…
Prevention and control strategies in accident prevention
Prohibition This is the most extreme control strategy that can be applied, in particular where there is no known…
Five Steps to Take After an On-the-Job Injury
Prompt action and clear communication lessen the impact of work injuries for employers and employees. On-the-job injuries occur even…
Violence At Work & Control Measures To Avoid The Violence At the Workplace
Violence at Work Violence at work, particularly from dissatisfied customers, clients, claimants, or patients, can cause stress and injury….
General Hierarchy Of Control Measures
Hierarchy of Control A hierarchy of control should be considered when assessing the adequacy of existing controls or introducing…