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Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)

Risk assessment tool used to identify hazards before starting a task.

Added: February 19, 2026
Applicable: Universal

Detailed Explanation

A Job Hazard Analysis (also known as a Job Safety Analysis or JSA) breaks down a specific job task into steps, identifies potential hazards for each step, and determines preventive measures to mitigate those risks. It is a proactive tool used daily by crews.

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#risk assessment#prevention#daily task#JSA

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