Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)

What you'll learn

How does a Job Hazard Analysis work?

You'll learn the full JHA lifecycle in five steps — not just how to fill in the form — and how to run JHA as a programme across your organisation.

1. 1 Select the jobPrioritise jobs by injury and illness rates, severity potential, new or modified procedures, near misses and infrequently performed tasks.
2. 2 Break it into stepsUse observation, worker interviews and procedure review to capture each step in sequence, at the right level of detail.
3. 3 Identify the hazardsLook at every step for energy sources (mechanical, electrical, chemical, thermal, gravitational, pressure), exposure pathways, environmental conditions and human factors.
4. 4 Control the hazardsApply the hierarchy of controls — elimination, substitution, engineering, administrative — with PPE as the last resort.
5. 5 Communicate and reviewBrief the crew before work with toolbox talks and sign-off, then update the JHA after new equipment, procedure changes, incidents or on a set cycle.

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1. EliminationRemove the hazard
2. SubstitutionReplace it with something safer
3. Engineering controlsIsolate people from the hazard
4. Administrative controlsChange the way people work
5. PPEProtect the worker

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Assessment

How will you be assessed?

One online, open-book exam. Your result is emailed as soon as you finish.

• Course brochureOverview, modules, assessment and fees
• Course outlineCore and optional modules in detail
• JHA worksheet templateA ready-to-use form for your own job analyses
• Exam guidance & pass requirementsOpen-book exam format, pass mark and retakes
• Learner handbookStudy guidance, live sessions and support
• Enrolment terms & refund policyFees, payment and refund conditions

Where it fits

How does this course fit with other qualifications?

JHA is a core skill across the Institute's qualifications, so this course is a strong foundation for what comes next.

Roles that use JHA every day: Safety officer Supervisor / foreman Safety manager Safety consultant

Fees and enrolment

How much does the course cost?

$89.99 for the Digital package, or $99.99 with a hard-bound printed certificate. One fee covers all modules, live sessions, the online exam and your credentials.

Secure checkout Open enrolment, self-paced accounts@amiosp.com Fees and VAT may apply. Courier charges for hard copies are quoted separately.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)?

Job Hazard Analysis is a method for making a task safe before it starts: you break the job into steps, identify the hazards in each step and decide the controls for each hazard. OSHA describes the method in its publication OSHA 3071.

Is JHA the same as JSA or AHA?

Yes. Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) are different names for the same methodology. This course covers all of them.

What does the course cover?

The full JHA methodology, not only form completion: selecting and prioritising jobs, breaking jobs into steps, identifying hazards, applying the hierarchy of controls, documenting the JHA, communicating it to workers, reviewing and updating it, and running JHA as a programme. There are 8 core modules and 4 optional modules.

How long does the course take?

The course has a minimum of 8 instructional hours. It is fully self-paced, and most learners finish within one month. Enrolment is open from January to December 2026.

How much does the course cost?

$89.99 for the Digital package (PDF certificate, transcript and wallet card) or $99.99 for the Complete package, which adds a hard-bound printed certificate. Fees and VAT may apply, and courier charges for hard copies are quoted separately.

Who should take this course?

Safety and HSE officers, supervisors and foremen, safety managers, workers who contribute task knowledge, safety committee members, trainers, consultants, and candidates preparing for the CHSO, CSSP or CSS certifications.

Why do supervisors need JHA training?

Pre-task JHA is a frontline responsibility. Supervisors and foremen lead the analysis and the pre-task briefing with their crew, so they need to know the method well.

Do I need any experience to enrol?

No. Basic safety awareness helps but is not required. You don't need prior JHA experience or an academic degree, but you do need working English.

How is the course assessed?

By one online, open-book exam through your assigned student portal. You need 70% or higher to pass, and your result is emailed straight after the exam. If you don't pass, you have one month to review the materials and can retake the exam up to three more times.

What will I receive when I pass?

A course certificate, an official transcript and a professional wallet card from the American Institute of Safety Professionals, all verifiable by employers at amiosp.com/student-verifications.