Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) template and PDF guide (General) |...
Record job hazards and controls online, then generate a JHA PDF for crew briefings and compliance. Use this before starting any job that involves physical hazards, to identify...
When to use this template
Record job hazards and controls online, then generate a JHA PDF for crew briefings and compliance. Use this before starting any job that involves physical hazards, to identify risks step by step and document the controls your crew will follow, fulfilling your OSHA duty to provide a safe workplace.
What to include
- Job description, site address, date, crew members present, and the name of the person who prepared the analysis.
- Step-by-step task breakdown: each major work step listed in sequence, with the specific hazards associated with that step (fall, electrical, chemical, struck-by, heat).
- Control measures for each identified hazard: engineering controls (guardrails, ventilation), administrative controls (buddy system, work permits), and required PPE for that step.
- Emergency procedures: nearest hospital address, site emergency contact numbers, location of first aid kit and fire extinguisher, and evacuation route.
- Crew acknowledgment signatures confirming that every worker on site has reviewed the JHA, understands the hazards and controls, and agrees to follow them.
Common questions
- Can I complete this Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) online before work starts?
- Yes. Document task steps, identified hazards, and mitigation controls directly in-browser.
- Can I save this Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for repeated task types?
- Yes. With an account, save and adapt it so crews follow consistent risk controls across similar jobs.
- Can I generate a safety-briefing PDF from this Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)?
- Yes. Export a clear PDF for toolbox talks, sign-offs, and site compliance records.
- Do I need a JHA for every job?
- OSHA expects you to assess hazards for every work activity. For routine low-risk tasks, a general JHA can be reused. For new or high-risk jobs, create a job-specific JHA.
- Who is responsible for creating the JHA?
- The employer or competent person on site. On a small crew, that is usually the owner or lead technician. Do not delegate it to someone without safety training.
- Should I review the JHA with my crew before every job?
- Yes. A five-minute toolbox talk reviewing the JHA before work starts ensures everyone knows the hazards and controls. Document that the review happened.
- What if conditions change during the job?
- Stop work, update the JHA to address the new hazard, review the update with the crew, and resume only after controls are in place.