The hazard identification and risk assessment (HIRA) process is a proactive process to identify hazards and assess risks in the workplace. It is more cost effective to conduct a HIRA process and implement a comprehensive risk management system than having to deal with the costs involved after an incident that has occurred on site.

This process is conducted by a competent risk assessor. The assistance of the employer and all employees will be required to succeed in this process.

Benefits of the HIRA process

Conducting a hazard identification and risk assessment process will help you:

• Recognize and control hazards and exposure levels in the workplace
• Create awareness amongst employees
• Set standards based on acceptable safe practices and legal requirements
• Reduce incidents and losses in the workplace
• Save costs by being proactive instead of reactive