Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Development Checklist

This Job Hazard Analysis development checklist ensures compliance with OSHA Job Hazard Analysis Publication 3071, ANSI/ASSP Z10.0-2019 Job Safety Analysis requirements, NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation methodology, and ISO 45001:2018 Clause 6.1.2 Hazard Identification. Designed for safety officers developing JHAs for high-risk work tasks.

  • Industry: General Industry / Security Services
  • Frequency: Per New Task or Annual Review
  • Estimated Time: 60-90 minutes per JHA
  • Role: Safety Officer / Supervisor / EHS Manager
  • Total Items: 9
  • Compliance: OSHA Job Hazard Analysis Publication 3071, ANSI/ASSP Z10.0-2019 Job Safety Analysis, ISO 45001:2018 Clause 6.1.2 Hazard Identification, NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation Methodology, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Standards

Task Breakdown and Hazard Identification

Step-by-step task analysis and hazard cataloging.

  • Task broken into sequential steps (target 8-10 steps)?
  • Hazards identified for each task step (physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic)?
  • Frequency and severity of exposure assessed for each hazard?
  • Workers performing the task actively participated in hazard identification?

Control Measures and Approval

Hierarchy of controls application and JHA review.

  • Hierarchy of Controls applied (Eliminate > Substitute > Engineering > Admin > PPE)?
  • Residual risk acceptable after controls applied?
  • Supervisor reviewed and signed JHA?
  • Workers trained on JHA controls before performing task?
  • JHA Development Notes

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Why Use This Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Development Checklist?

This job hazard analysis (jha) development checklist helps general industry / security services teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for safety officer / supervisor / ehs manager professionals, this checklist covers 9 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: per new task or annual review.

Ensures compliance with OSHA Job Hazard Analysis Publication 3071, ANSI/ASSP Z10.0-2019 Job Safety Analysis, ISO 45001:2018 Clause 6.1.2 Hazard Identification, NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation Methodology, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Development Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 9 inspection items across 2 sections: Task Breakdown and Hazard Identification, Control Measures and Approval. It is designed for general industry / security services operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed per new task or annual review. Each completion takes approximately 60-90 minutes per JHA.

Who should use this Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Development Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Safety Officer / Supervisor / EHS Manager professionals in the general industry / security services industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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