Common Safety Orientation (CSO) Practice Test

Which of the following should be included in a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)?

1. Employee personal preferences

2. Potential hazards associated with tasks

3. Management's opinion on the work process

4. Company profit margins

The correct answer is: Potential hazards associated with tasks

In a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), the focus is on identifying potential hazards associated with tasks. The primary goal of a JHA is to systematically evaluate the risks involved in a particular job or task by assessing the specific hazards that may cause injury or illness. By highlighting potential hazards, the JHA serves as a foundational tool for implementing safety measures, creating safe work practices, and ensuring that workers are well-informed about the dangers they may face in their roles. Considering the other options, employee personal preferences do not directly relate to safety or the identification of hazards, and incorporating management's opinion on the work process may not yield practical hazard-related information either. Lastly, company profit margins are not pertinent to JHA; the focus should remain on worker safety and health rather than financial considerations. Thus, emphasizing potential hazards associated with tasks is critical for maintaining a safe working environment.