Hierarchy of Controls Explained | 5 Levels of Workplace Safety

🦺 Hierarchy of Controls Explained | 5 Levels of Workplace Safety Are you thinking beyond PPE? In this workplace safety training video, we explain the Hierarchy of Controls in simple language, with practical industrial examples. Learn how EHS professionals can identify hazards and select effective controls to reduce workplace risks. ✅ THE 5 LEVELS OF THE HIERARCHY OF CONTROLS 1. Elimination — Remove the hazard. 2. Substitution — Replace it with a less hazardous alternative. 3. Engineering Controls — Physically isolate people from the hazard. 4. Administrative Controls — Change how work is planned and performed. 5. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) — Protect workers against hazards that remain. ⏱️ VIDEO CHAPTERS 00:00 – Introduction: Think Beyond PPE 00:10 – What Is the Hierarchy of Controls? 00:20 – Level 1: Elimination 00:30 – Eliminating the Need to Work at Height 00:40 – Level 2: Substitution 00:50 – Selecting a Less Hazardous Alternative 01:00 – Level 3: Engineering Controls 01:10 – Examples of Engineering Controls 01:20 – Level 4: Administrative Controls 01:30 – Procedures, Training and Planning 01:40 – Level 5: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 01:50 – Selecting PPE for the Hazard 02:00 – Comparing All Five Levels 02:10 – Assess, Control and Verify 02:20 – Final Safety Message and Call to Action 🎯 KEY TAKEAWAY The Hierarchy of Controls ranks control methods generally from most to least effective. Consider eliminating hazards first, where feasible, and evaluate safer alternatives and engineering controls before relying on administrative controls and PPE alone. Multiple controls may be necessary to protect workers effectively. Always assess whether selected controls are suitable for the specific hazard and verify that they work. 👷 WHO SHOULD WATCH? • EHS and HSE Officers • Safety Engineers and Safety Managers • Industrial and Manufacturing Professionals • Occupational Health and Safety Students • Candidates preparing for EHS and Safety Officer interviews 👇 Comment your answer below! 👍 Like this video 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments 🔔 Subscribe to EHS Vision for more practical workplace safety lessons, EHS interview preparation, hazard identification, risk assessment and industrial safety training. ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This video uses AI-generated visuals for educational purposes. Visuals may contain inaccuracies. Always verify safety practices against applicable regulations, standards, site procedures and competent safety guidance. hierarchy of controls, hierarchy of controls explained, five levels of hierarchy of controls, hierarchy of safety controls, elimination substitution engineering controls administrative controls PPE, workplace safety, EHS, EHS safety, HSE, safety officer, safety professional, occupational safety, industrial safety, hazard control, risk assessment, hazard identification, PPE safety, engineering controls, administrative controls, safety training, EHS interview questions, HSE training, workplace hazard prevention, EHS Vision #HierarchyOfControls #WorkplaceSafety #EHS