HAZARD CLASIFICATION (A, B &C)

 

Hazard classification:

The most common way to classify hazards is in three groups namely A, b & C Hazards

CLASS A, B AND C HAZARDS

Hazards are classified as either A, B or C type Hazards.

                           

 Examples:

Class “A” Hazards:

• It is a condition likely to cause permanent disability, loss of life or body part / extensive loss

of property or disruptive property damage.

• These hazards must be corrected immediately. If not the hazard must be isolated barricaded

off immediately until permanent remedial actions can be taken.

• All ‘A’ hazards must be reported to the Supervisor and/or Health and Safety Representative.

Examples of ‘A’ class hazards:

• Working under bad or unsupported hanging

• Walking, standing or sitting in demarcated narrow travelling way when a loco is approaching

 

Class “B” Hazards:

• It is a condition likely to cause serious injury or illness, resulting in temporary disability or

property damage that is disruptive but not extensive. These hazards must be rendered safe

and rectified within 24 hours.

 

• All ‘B’ hazards must be reported to the Supervisor and/or Health and Safety Representative

Examples of ‘B’ class hazards:

• Slippery walking surfaces

• Lifting heavy loads incorrectly, not using your legs

 

Class “C” Hazards:

• It is a condition likely to cause minor, non-disabling injury or non-disruptive property damage.

These hazards must be rectified and made safe between 5-30 days.

• All ‘C’ hazards must be reported to the Supervisor and/or Health and Safety Representative

Examples of ‘C’ class hazards:

• Minor compressed air or service water leaks

• Tools not stored in their correct place