Before a single crane is fired up or a load is lifted, a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) should be completed. This proactive safety strategy allows crews to break down tasks and identify potential dangers before work begins.
What Is a Job Hazard Analysis?
A JHA is a step-by-step review of job tasks to uncover hazards and determine ways to control them. It is a living document used on many high-risk sites.
Benefits of Implementing JHAs
- Prevents Accidents: Eliminates hazards before they become incidents.
- Improves Training: Helps new workers understand safe task execution.
- Customizes PPE & Equipment: Matches protective measures to specific risks.
- Supports Documentation: Provides legal backup in case of an inspection.
Steps to Conduct an Effective JHA
- Choose a high-risk job or task
- Break it into basic steps
- Identify potential hazards at each step
- Determine controls or preventative actions
- Review with your crew before work begins
Job Hazard Analyses are more than paperwork—they’re a roadmap to a safer workday. At Lift Safe Solutions, we train teams to conduct and implement effective JHAs that meet regulatory and practical standards. If you want to stay ahead of risk, Lift Safe is your trusted partner in proactive safety.
