Administrative Controls

Administrative controls shift focus from the hazard to managing the human element involved in risk. For any hazard to cause harm, a worker must complete an action. The method of completion determines the level of risk the worker faces from the hazard. Administrative safety control puts measures in place that ensure that all actions taken focus on reducing risk.

Implementation

Training and awareness are the focus of administrative safety controls. Ensuring workers understand hazards and associated risks is an essential step in enforcing workplace safety. Training may include safety training or technical training, with the latter intended to minimize operation-based mistakes.