ABSTRACT
Before you start reading this chapter, please take a moment to circle the number of the answer option that best ts the state of your safety and health initiative at this time (see Table 8.1).
HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Hazard identication is a process controlled by management. You must assess the outcome of the hazard identication process and determine whether immediate action is necessary or whether, in fact, there is an actual hazard involved. When you do not view a reported hazard as an actual hazard, it is critical to the ongoing process to inform the worker that you do not view it as a true hazard and explain why. This will ensure the continued cooperation of workers in hazard identication (see Figure 8.1).
