What should be done immediately after identifying a hazard, according to iROC procedures?

What should be done immediately after identifying a hazard, according to iROC procedures?

• A. Stop work, secure the area, notify a supervisor, and document the hazard.
• B. Ignore if not obvious.
• C. Only document if a supervisor approves.
• D. Notify guests.

Answer: (A)

Immediately after identifying a hazard, the priority is to control risk right away. Stop the work that could be affected, secure the area to prevent others from entering the danger zone, notify a supervisor so the hazard can be assessed and corrective actions assigned, and document the hazard so there’s a record for follow-up and accountability. This approach reduces exposure, assigns responsibility, and preserves safety documentation. Ignoring the hazard, delaying action until someone approves documenting, or notifying guests would fail to protect people and undermine safety processes.