Hazard & Risk Mitigation

309: Provide recommendations for corrective action with supporting rationale

An OHS professional should be able to evaluate risk assessment reports, incident investigations, routine inspections, or reports regarding OHS performance and develop corrective action recommendations with supporting rationale. Utilizing OHS science and engineering principles, the OHS professional should be able to design a plan for the implementation of corrective action plans, and communicate the plan to relevant stakeholders in an appropriate manner.

Prerequisite

None

References in Other Frameworks

BCRSP: HSM25; INSHPO: C15, E26

Understand and Remember

– Where and how to locate technical standards
– Basic OHS science and engineering to understand the damage and control mechanisms of hazards covered
– Types of machinery and processes and their functioning and hazards
– Principles of hazard monitoring equipment (e.g., noise, ventilation, chemicals, etc.)
– Standards relating to “state of the art and best available technology”
– How to recognize limitations of knowledge and when to consult specialists

Apply and Analyze

– Read and apply technical standards
– Research and communicate available technologies and controls
– Communicate effectively regarding:
– OHS performance metrics
– Changes in best practice standards

Evaluate and Create

– Evaluate the effectiveness of corrective action follow-up
– Identify opportunities for improvement
– Identify areas of excellence
– Develop action plans for implementing corrective actions

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Understanding of the psychological aspects of worker safety
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Risks and use risk profiling tools

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308 Monitor
And develop ongoing risk reporting processes

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