What practice is an example of proactive hazard management on a job site?

• A. Waiting for something to go wrong
• B. Task Hazard Analysis conducted before work
• C. Relying on memory
• D. Post-incident review only

Answer: (B)

Identifying hazards before work begins through a Task Hazard Analysis is a proactive hazard-management practice. By systematically breaking down the task, you spot potential hazards, assess the risk, and set controls—engineering, administrative steps, and PPE—before anyone starts the job. This preparation helps prevent incidents by making safety measures clear and actionable for the crew. Waiting for something to go wrong is reactive, capturing hazards only after harm may occur. Relying on memory is unreliable because hazards can be forgotten or missed over time. A post-incident review happens after an event, focusing on what went wrong rather than preventing it in advance. Conducting a Task Hazard Analysis upfront creates a safer plan and ensures everyone understands the hazards and the controls before work starts.