OHSA Scholarly Activity

1. Calculating Lagging Indicator Metrics

Your boss just e-mailed you with a new project. He is requesting you review the information for the CSU Widget Factory which is attached(labeled UnitII_WidgetFactory)

Upon opening the OSHA 300 log for CSU Widget Factory, you are to calculate the total recordable incidence rate (TRIR), the DART rate, the lost workday injury and illness rate (LWDII), and the severity rate (SR). Be sure to show your calculations.

Next, distinguish some of the leading indicators that you would use if examining the CSU Widget Factor Safety Management System.

Finally, summarize your findings back to your boss, including any suggestions for improvement.

Your paper must be a minimum of two pages. All sources, including the textbook, must be cited/referenced in proper APA format.

2. JHA/JSA Assignment

Consider a task in your workplace that has led to issues, injuries, or near injuries. Perform a Job Hazards Analysis (JHA) for this task. (The form is attached and labeled UnitIII_JHA_Form)

Upon completing the JHA, you will need to address the following items surrounding your workplace:

Describe principles of risk assessment and hazard analyses used within your occupation.

Explain how OSHA and other control methods are currently being used to prevent injuries and illnesses.

Critique current strategies in your workplace to combat the hazards surrounding the selected job task.

Your essay is required to be a minimum of two pages and follow APA guidelines. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.