OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY TOOL

Occupational Safety Tool

Occupational Safety Tool

Abstract

Tools are such a common part of our lives that it is difficult to remember that they may pose hazards. All tools are manufactured with safety in mind but, tragically, a serious accident often occurs before steps are taken to search out and avoid or eliminate tool-related hazards.

In the process of removing or avoiding the hazards, workers must learn to recognize the hazards associated with the different types of tools and the safety precautions necessary to prevent those hazards.Hazard analysis is used in order to assess the possibility (or possible sources) of failure or harm that can result from any process, system, procedure or product. Hazard analysis can also be referred to as risk assessment analysis or safety analysis. These could fall under the category of hazardous, major or minor hazards, and the likelihood of occurrence could range from probable to extremely improbable. Hazard analysis is definitely a very important part of any business. It enables a business to eliminate factors that could lead to mistakes and to optimize measures to ensure the highest possibility of success. A hazard analysis could give rise to hazard management plans that ensure cost-effectiveness and maximum efficiency. That being said, what are some of the software and tools used in hazard analysis? Hazard Assessment Form. One of the simplest and most basic tools you can use is a hazard assessment form. Having one of these forms on hand while inspecting for possible hazards could guide you in determining the specific factors you need to monitor. To assess for a job or workplace hazard, for example, the form could ask for the required steps to complete a particular task, the tools used and the possible accidents that could occur. Zeroing in on the pertinent factors that could give rise to risks can aid in conceptualizing the steps needed to prevent those risks.

Research Plan

Commercial and Standard-Based Software. There are several kinds of commercial softwares used in hazard analysis. Some examples include ACSM/ SAR (by Sun), STRIDE (by Microsoft) and CRAMM (by Insight). Different kinds of standard-based software are also available, including ASSET (by the US National Institute of Standards and Technology) and OCTAVE (by the Software Engineering Institute). These products usually have after-sales support in case you have questions on use and maintenance. To look for and obtain information on how to purchase and download these programs, search for the individual websites of the manufacturers.

Literature Review

These software programs can calculate financial loss and provide risk ratings (threat, impact and probability), among other tasks, for a business. In order to input values for risk calculation, various formulas are needed. The input values are in fact mostly expectancies and assumptions based on current industry standards or previous experience. Using these programs would require an understanding of the current business situation as well as some level of knowledge on programming, software components and frameworks.

Guidelines and Material from OSHA. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration focuses on preventing workplace ...