Check the Worksite, Not Just the Paperwork

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рџ›'рџ'·вЂЌв™‚пёЏрџ'·вЂЌв™ЂпёЏ Even with a fully approved Job Safety Analysis (JSA/JHA) and Work Permit, conditions on the ground can change in an instant.

A Last Minute Risk Assessment (LMRA) is your final line of defense right before work begins.В В 3 Steps to a Quick LMRA: STOP & LOOK:

Scan the task, equipment, personnel, and surrounding environment.В В THINK & ASSESS:

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рџ›'рџ'·вЂЌв™‚пёЏрџ'·вЂЌв™ЂпёЏ Even with a fully approved Job Safety Analysis (JSA/JHA) and Work Permit, conditions on the ground can change in an instant. A Last Minute Risk Assessment (LMRA) is your final line of defense right before work begins.В В 3 Steps to a Quick LMRA: STOP & LOOK: Scan the task, equipment, personnel, and surrounding environment.В В THINK & ASSESS:

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An LMRA supports your safety documentationвЂ"it never replaces it.В В If you are unsafe or unsure, stop work and speak to your supervisor immediately.
Do I fully understand the task and its limits?В В Are tools, guards, and isolations verified?В В Are escape routes and access paths safe and clear?В В Are planned controls working as intended?В В Does the...
If conditions change or work is interrupted, repeat your LMRA.
Identify new hazards (e.g., unexpected spills, blocked access routes, or barrier gaps).В В CONTROL & CONFIRM:
Resolve concerns and verify that all necessary safety controls and authorizations are active before starting.В В Ask Before You Act:

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