JSA - job safety analysis
A Job Safety Analysis (JSA) must be documented for all high-risk activities and must align with the Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) requirements.
A JSA is more detailed than a SWMS as it breaks down a task into smaller steps, identifying high-risk components. Each step highlights potential hazards, the consequences of exposure, and ways to reduce risks to an acceptable level.
Risk Mitigation Practices
Whenever possible, hazards should be eliminated. If that isn’t feasible, a combination of risk reduction methods should be used, such as:
- Isolation – Separating people from the hazard.
- Engineering Controls – Modifying tools, equipment, or processes to reduce risk.
- Notification – Using signs, alarms, or warnings to increase awareness.
- Alternate Methods – Changing the approach to reduce exposure.
A risk assessment is performed for each hazard before and after risk control measure are implemented to determine if risks are managed and the task/step is safe to be done.
Regular Reviews
JSAs should be reviewed regularly to ensure risk control measures are effective. If needed, updates should be made based on assessments by management and independent reviewers.
Key Components of a JSA:
A JSA typically consists of three main sections:
Tasks – A step-by-step breakdown of the activity (e.g., starting a machine).
Hazards – Potential dangers associated with each step.
Control Measures – Instructions on how to safely perform the task by managing identified risks.
JSA Template: https://www.publications.qld.gov.au/dataset/insight-2-industry-people-plus-toolkit/resource/8c40b133-8d78-4ea8-aca8-8675fa46d08c
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