Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Risk Control (HIRARC)
- shukrisaidin
- Jul 12, 2023
- 2 min read
Updated: Sep 25
What is HIRARC Training?
Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Risk Control (HIRARC) Training is a structured program that equips workers with the skills to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and apply appropriate control measures at the workplace.
This training is aligned with the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) Malaysia guidelines, ensuring compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 1994.
By attending HIRARC Training, workers will gain practical knowledge to:
🔹 Identify potential workplace hazards
🔹 Evaluate risks based on likelihood and severity
🔹 Implement risk control measures to eliminate or minimize hazards
🔹 Improve workplace safety culture

Importance of HIRARC Training
HIRARC Training plays a vital role in workplace safety and health management. It ensures employees are competent in recognizing and managing risks. The importance of HIRARC Training includes:
✅ Enhancing hazard awareness – workers can detect unsafe conditions early
✅ Understanding workplace regulations – aligning with OSHA and DOSH requirements
✅ Promoting safe behavior – reducing unsafe acts and unsafe conditions
✅ Reducing accidents and injuries – proactive hazard management
✅ Improving communication – workers can report hazards effectively to safety committees
Every worker, especially those involved in safety, supervision, or operations, should undergo HIRARC Training to strengthen their ability to work safely
Key Components of HIRARC Training
Hazard Identification
Spotting physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, and psychosocial hazards at the workplace
Using tools such as workplace inspections and job hazard analysis
Risk Assessment
Determining the likelihood and severity of accidents or illnesses
Assigning a risk rating to prioritize hazards that need urgent control
Risk Control
Applying the Hierarchy of Controls:
Elimination
Substitution
Engineering controls
Administrative controls
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Ensuring controls are practical, effective, and sustainable
Who Should Attend HIRARC Training?
HIRARC Training is designed for:
Safety and Health Committee members
Supervisors and team leaders
Safety and Health Officers (SHO)
Employees exposed to workplace hazards
Anyone involved in risk assessment and accident prevention

Our services for HIRARC training
Our HIRARC Training Services
At Masma Safety, we provide HIRARC Training tailored to your workplace needs. Our training is conducted by qualified trainers with practical experience in occupational safety and health
Our services include:
📌 Comprehensive HIRARC Training sessions
📌 Practical workshops on hazard identification
📌 Risk assessment exercises with real-life workplace scenarios
📌 Guidance on regulatory compliance with OSHA 1994 and DOSH requirements
📌 Issuance of training certificates for participants
📞 Contact us at 013-2419000 or email [email protected] to schedule your HIRARC Training today
We are committed to helping you build a safer, healthier, and more productive workplace
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