Job safety analysis

A job safety analysis (JSA) is used to reduce accidents and injuries by specific tasks. To create one, identify a specific task, break down the task into steps, list the hazards or potential accidents for each step, and recommend the safest way to perform each step.

Using JSAs can reduce accidents and injuries by increasing job knowledge during new employee training and when there are new processes or equipment.

And that’s smart safety!

For additional information or guidance, contact your safety office.

Heat stress

When the heat’s on, chances of experiencing heat stress increase. Know the different types of heat stress and how they can make you ill.

• Heat stroke occurs when the body is unable to regulate its temperature or cool down.
• Heat exhaustion is severe dehydration due to the loss of water through sweating.
• Heat syncope is fainting due to dehydration or inability to adapt to hot environments.
• Heat cramps are caused when the body sweats excessively and depletes muscles of proper nutrients.
• Heat rash is a skin irritation caused by excessive sweating.

Through training and awareness of heat stress, heat-related injuries or illnesses can be reduced.

And that’s smart safety!

For additional information or guidance, contact your safety office.