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If you work in construction, utilities, oil and gas, manufacturing, or another high-risk industry in the United States, you’ve probably heard of a Job Safety Analysis — or JSA. But what exactly is a JSA, and how does it support a safer workplace?
JSA stands for Job Safety Analysis. It’s a structured safety procedure that helps identify and mitigate risks associated with a specific job or task. A JSA breaks the job down into steps, analyzes the hazards of each step, and defines the controls or safety measures to reduce those risks.
A JSA is a proactive risk management tool that improves workplace safety and can help meet OSHA compliance. A typical JSA covers:
Supervisors, safety officers, or competent persons often lead the development of a JSA. However, workers involved in the task should contribute to ensure the analysis is realistic and practical.
OSHA doesn’t explicitly require JSAs, but they are widely recognized as best practice for identifying workplace hazards. In fact, many OSHA citations stem from employers failing to identify and control foreseeable hazards — something a JSA directly addresses.
You can create a JSA using a template or worksheet, but these can be repetitive and hard to customize. JSA Generator simplifies the process by allowing you to create detailed, OSHA-friendly JSAs online in just a few clicks.
A Job Safety Analysis is more than just paperwork — it's a powerful tool for preventing injuries, improving planning, and building a culture of safety. Make it part of your job planning process and empower your team to work smarter and safer.