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How to Complete a Job Safety Analysis

JSAs catch hazards before work starts.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

JSAs catch hazards before work starts. In short: list; identify; decide, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. List each job step.

  2. Identify hazards for each step.

  3. Decide controls.

  4. Assign PPE.

  5. Review with the crew.

  6. Sign and post.

Safety reminders for roustabouts

  • Wear H2S monitors and know escape routes
  • Use stop work authority when unsafe
  • Follow lifting and rigging rules
  • Wear PPE including hard hat, FR clothing and steel toes

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