Risk management hazard refers to potential sources of harm or adverse effects that can impact individuals, organizations, or environments. It encompasses various factors such as physical, chemical, biological, or ergonomic elements that may pose risks. Identifying and assessing these hazards is crucial for implementing effective risk management strategies to mitigate their impact. Ultimately, understanding hazards helps in fostering safer conditions and reducing the likelihood of incidents.
A wet floor is a hazard as are sharp objects etc.
Step 1 is Hazard Identification. It is important to identify the hazard or risk you are dealing with before you begin any kind of hazard management protocol.
factors institutionalized for hazard identification
Identify the Hazard
Identify the Hazard
The risk.
Assess hazards is the step in the composite risk management process that is focused on determining the probability and severity of a hazard occurring.
Assess hazards is the step in the composite risk management process that is focused on determining the probability and severity of a hazard occurring.
Risk Level
Risk Level
Identify the Hazard
Identify the Hazard