topic 7: HIRAC

Question 1

HIRAC

Answer 1

Hazard Identification, Risk
Assessment, and Control

Question 2

is a method of identifying and ranking safeguards to protect workers from hazards. They are arranged from the most to least effective and include elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls and personal protective equipment.

Often, you’ll need to combine control methods to best protect workers. For example, a local exhaust system (an engineering control) requires training, periodic inspections, and preventive maintenance (administrative controls). You will also need to consider feasibility.

Answer 2

Hierarchy of controls

Question 3

Heirarchy of Controls

Answer 3

• elimination,
• substitution,
• engineering controls,
• administrative controls and
• personal protective equipment

Question 4

Type of Inspection (3)

Answer 4

• Continuous Inspection
• Periodic or Interval Inspection
• Intermittent Inspection

Question 5

The process conducted as part of their job responsibilities in noting and correcting potential danger.

Answer 5

Continuous Inspection

Question 6

An unscheduled inspection that may be needed to find and correct unsafe conditions

Answer 6

Intermittent Inspection

Question 7

A systematic process with specific intervals and widely regarded as real safety and health inspection.

Answer 7

Periodic or Interval Inspection

Question 8

Periodic or Interval Inspection (2)

Answer 8

Regular Inspection
General Inspection

Question 9

conducted for a specific
area or equipment

Answer 9

Regular Inspection

Question 10

planned walk-through of an entire area including placed usually not inspected.

Answer 10

General Inspection

Question 11

Purpose of Safety and Health Inspection (6)

Answer 11

• Eliminate or Control Hazards
• Establish Accountability
• Identify training needs
• Assess the effectiveness of the OSH Program
• Fulfill legal obligations
• Display Visible Management Commitment to OSH

Question 12

Qualification of a Good Inspector (5)

Answer 12

• EXPERTISE
• ABILITY
• CAPACITY FOR IDEAS
• SELF ANALYSIS
• EXPERIENCE

Question 13

Specialize in workplace safety to analyze risk factors, educate workers about safety. and inspect worksites for health and safety hazards.

Answer 13

EXPERTISE

Question 14

Using reasoning to discover answers to OSH problems

Answer 14

ABILITY

Question 15

Has the ability to think original, unusual, or creative ways to solve
the problem

Answer 15

CAPACITY FOR IDEAS

Question 16

Understand new information by studying and working with them

Answer 16

SELF ANALYSIS

Question 17

Practical contact with observation of facts or events.

Answer 17

EXPERIENCE

Question 18

Elements of Effective Inspection (5)

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• Prepare for Inspection
• Perform Inspections
• Evaluate your findings
• Develop remedial actions
• Take follow-up action

Question 19

Gather all necessary documents, such as previous inspection reports, safety guidelines, and checklists. Clearly define the scope and objectives of the inspection to ensure that the process is thorough and organized.

Answer 19

Prepare for Inspection

Question 20

Conduct a detailed on-site examination, focusing on safety, compliance, and operational standards. Take accurate notes, photos, and measurements, ensuring that all areas and equipment are evaluated.

Answer 20

Perform Inspections

Question 21

TYPES OF CHECKLISTS:

Answer 21

• QUANTITATIVE
• QUALITATIVE

Question 22

Uses measurable criteria for objective
assessment.
Example: Ensuring concrete thickness is exactly 15 cm.

Answer 22

Quantitative
Checklist:

Question 23

Focuses on subjective evaluations and quality observations. Example: Checking if paintwork appears smooth and
consistent.

Answer 23

Qualitative Checklist:

Question 24

• Carefully review and analyze the data collected during the inspection to identify any potential hazards or non-compliance issues. Assess the severity and potential impact of each finding to prioritize corrective actions. Refer to the applicable standards and references
• Weigh various control alternatives
• Determine the cost of control
• Justify the recommended control if major expenditures are involved.

Answer 24

Evaluate your findings

Question 25

A document or specification developed by a recognized standard-setting organization. Standards are often more detailed and specific than codes, and provide the "how to" of executing codes. Standards are best practices, but can be legally enforceable when referenced by codes.

Answer 25

STANDARDS

Question 26

A set of rules that are generally accepted guidelines for an industry to follow. Codes are mandatory and legally enforceable, and failure to comply can result in penalties or restrictions. Codes are created for the purpose of safety, quality, or other benefits

Answer 26

CODES

Question 27

CODES

Answer 27

* Fire Code of the Philippines * Philippine Electrical Code * National Building Code * National Structural Code of the Philippines

Question 28

(An Act Strengthening Compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Standards and Providing Penalties for Violations Thereof)

Answer 28

RA 11058

Question 29

(Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 11058)

Answer 29

DO 198-2018

Question 30

Create a plan to address and rectify any problems discovered, including assigning responsibilities and setting deadlines. Ensure that corrective measures are practical, effective, and comply with relevant safety standards and regulations.

Answer 30

Develop remedial actions

Question 31

Communicating Inspection Results

Answer 31

* Discuss them at safety meetings * Post the complete checklists * Post the maintenance requests

Question 32

SMART

Answer 32

Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Time-bound

Question 33

Monitor the progress of the remedial actions and confirm that they have been properly implemented. Conduct a re-inspection if necessary to verify that the issues have been resolved and that safety and compliance standards are met.

Answer 33

Take follow-up action

Question 34

**HIRAC** stands for () which is a **process for managing hazards in a work environment.** It's a fundamental part of ensuring a safe workplace and is the basis for modern health and safety legislation. HIRAC involves: Identifying hazards, Assessing and controlling risks, Reporting hazards and resolving issues, and Managing the OHS aspects of workplace change.

Answer 34

Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Control,

Question 35

When to create HIRAC?

Answer 35

Every activity/ task should have a corresponding HIRAC, prioritizing the following considerations: 1. HIgh Frequency of accidents 2. increase occurrence of near-misses 3. history of serious accident/ fatalities 4. potential for serious harm 5. new jobs or new equipment 6. changes in procedures or standards

Question 36

5 Steps to Risk Assessment

Answer 36

1. Identify the hazards 2. Decide who might be harmed and how 3. Evaluate the risks and decide on precaution 4. Record your significant findings 5. Review your assessment and update it if necessary

Question 37

Something that has a potential harm or injury

Answer 37

SAFETY HAZARD

Question 38

Something that has a potential to cause illness or or ill health

Answer 38

HEALTH HAZARD

Question 39

How are Risk Ranked or Prioritized?

Answer 39

low (1-unlikely) medium (2-likely) high (3-very likely)