Classifying hazards

Classify a hazard by linking it to a predefined classification. The addition of classification details to a hazard makes it simpler to manage hazards in accordance with plant and industry standards.

Before you begin

A classification must exist that is set up for use with hazards.

About this task

You classify a hazard by using the Classification field. This field is available on both the Hazard and Specifications tabs of the hazard record.

If the classification belongs to a hierarchy, the associated classification path is shown in the Classification field, from the top-level node in the hierarchy down to the selected node. In addition, any attributes that belong to the selected classification are added to the Specifications table.

Procedure

  1. In the Hazards application, open the hazard record that you want to classify.
  2. On the Hazard tab or the Specifications tab, click Detail Menu on the Classification field and then select an option to retrieve the essential classification.
  3. Save the record.

What to do next

After you classify a hazard record, you can develop hazard specifications.