Safety and power · safety
Hazard elimination
Also known as elimination control.
Removal of a hazard so the associated exposure no longer exists.
Safety notes
- Ask whether the action, substance, height, energy, or public interaction can be designed out entirely.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Ask whether the action, substance, height, energy, or public interaction can be designed out entirely.
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Sources
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Safety Bulletins · Contract Services Administration Trust Fund
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.