HIRA stands for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

 

HIRA stands for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment, a systematic process that helps identify and assess potential hazards in a workplace to prevent accidents, injuries, and illness. It's used in many industries for risk management and safety improvement. 

Here are some benefits of HIRA:

Creates a safer work environment

HIRA helps create a safer work environment by analyzing potential risks and implementing appropriate control measures. 

Improves occupational safety

Occupational safety at the workplace improves the health and increases productivity. 

Provides proof of risk assessment

HIRA records considerations and provides the basis for discussions on mitigation measures. 

Some examples of HIRA actions include:

Ensuring there are no wet floors or obstructions of materials

Providing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) for workers

Ensuring all workers have undergone work at height training

Ensuring all tools and tackles are tied with rope to avoid fall of materials

Ensuring no movement of workers underneath the working area

Ensuring proper barriers in the working area