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Job Hazard/Safety AnalysisFor thePlumber1
INTRODUCTIONJob Hazard/Safety Analysis for the Plumber is a partial list of known task performed bythe professional plumber. We have placed the tasks in alphabetical order and in a tableformat, listing each in a step-by-step sequence followed by the potential hazard and arecommended action or procedure.This is by no means an exhaustive list and is subject to modification. Additionalcomments may be added as more information becomes available.If you are asked to perform an occasional task, not listed with your job title, you can lookup an individual task by returning to our Job Safety Analysis page and check the pulldown menu for Job Task.2
APHABETICAL LIST OF TASKAir CompressorAir SprayerATV 4-WheelerAuger, PostholeBand SawBattery ChargerBench GrinderChemicals (Pouring Handling)Cleaning (Body fluid clean-up)Cleaning (Sweep & Mop)Compound Miter SawCutoff SawDitchwitch TrencherDrill Bit SharpenerDrill PressDrivingDrum Handling (30-55 Gal.)Floor Jack, HydraulicHand Held Pneumatic ToolsHand Held Portable Power ToolsHeat GunHigh Pressure WasherHydraulic PressJack Stands, ManualLifting/Carrying ObjectsLoft/Mezzanine/Roof OperationsLP Gas Torch (Propane Cylinder)Oxygen – Acetylene TorchPallet Jack & Dolly, HydraulicParts Cleaner, VatPlate CompactorPipe Threading and 272829303132333435363
Portable Arc Welder, Gas PoweredPortable Generator, Gas PoweredPortable Heater, Electric PoweredPortable Heater, Gas PoweredPower HacksawPropane Torch (14-20 oz. Cylinder)Sewer SnakeShop Vac(s)Soldering Gun IronsTorch, Oxygen – AcetyleneValves (Operating)Vise3738394041424344454647484
Hazard Analysis: Air CompressorTaskHazardCauseShutdownand onPreventionUnitActivationduring repairAuto start and/or human errorLockout/TagoutNoiseHand InjuryEquipment OperationConfined work areas, sharp edgesUse Hearing ProtectionGlovesEye InjuryResidual air pressureElectric ShockImproper operation andmaintenanceNoiseNoiseEquipment OperationEquipment OperationGoggles, safety glasses withside shieldsManufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followed, lock-out/tagoutUse hearing protectionUse hearing protectionEye InjuryBlowing debrisUse safety glasses w/sideshields or gogglesPPE Required: Goggles/Safety Glasses with side shield Hearing Protection GlovesHazard Analysis: Air Compressor, Portable, utineOperationElectricShockImproper operation and maintenanceNoiseEquipment operationTraumaImproper use, uncontrolled release ofcompressed airEyeInjuryProjectiles, flying debrisPreventionUnplug electrical cord and retaincontrol of plug duringrepair/maintenanceUse hearing protectionUse appropriate nozzle forspecific work activity, situationalawarenessGoggles or safety glasses withside shieldsPPE Required: Goggles or Safety glasses with side shield Hearing Protection5
Hazard Analysis: Air SprayerTaskHazardCausePreventionShutdown andIsolate UnitAuto start and/or humanerrorLockout/TagoutUse Hearing ProtectionGlovesEye InjuryEquipment OperationConfined work areas,sharp edgesResidual air pressureElectricShockImproper operation andMaintenanceNoiseNoiseEquipment OperationEquipment operationRoutineMaintenance/RepairRoutine OperationUnitActivationduring repairNoiseHand InjuryGoggles, safety glasseswith side shieldsManufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followed, lockout/tag-outUse hearing protectionUse hearing protectionPPE Required: Safety Glasses with side shield Hearing Protection Gloves6
Hazard Analysis: ATV and InjuryConfined work areas, sharpedges/objects, rotating partsGloves, situational awarenessFoot InjuryEquipment rolls over foot,object drops on footRotating partsWear safety nt StrainEye InjuryAwkward working positionsNoiseNoiseEquipment OperationEquipment OperationSituational awareness,appropriate clothingPosition body to avoid strains,take appropriate breaksGoggles/Safety Glassesw/side shieldsUse hearing protectionUse hearing protectionHead InjuryFall from 4-Wheeler, accidentWear helmetFlying ParticlesPPE Required: Helmet Safety glasses, goggles or helmet face shield Gloves Hearing Protection Safety Shoes/boots protective clothing (optional)7
Hazard Analysis: Auger (Post Hole), Gasoline PoweredTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseInhalationEye InjuryTraumaNoiseFoot InjuryHand InjuryFirePreventionDust/particles generated during Appropriate natural ventilation,machine operation, exhaustdisposable respiratorsfumesProjectilesSafety glasses with side shieldor appropriate safety gogglesProjectiles, point of operation,Situational awareness, PPE,flying debris & sparks,machine guards,improper use and operation,Manufacturer’s instructionsloose clothing becomingfollowed, do not wear looseentangledclothingEngineEar plugs/ear muffsDrop object on foot, impact ofSafety shoesaugerPoint of operation, in-going nip Gloves, machine guards,points, rotating parts, flyingsituational awarenessdebris and sparksSparksAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsPPE Required: Gloves (leather) Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield disposable respirator (optional) Safety Shoes/boots Hearing Protection8
Hazard Analysis: Band SawTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseInhalationEye InjuryTraumaHazardous fumes, gases,dustsProjectilesFoot InjuryHand InjuryFireProjectiles, rotating parts, pointof operation, ingoing nippoints, flying chips & sparksDrop object on footSharp objectsSparksElectricalShockImproper grounding, improperoperations and maintenancePreventionAppropriate ventilation, asrequired, disposable respiratorsSafety glasses with side shieldor appropriate safety gogglesSituational awareness, PPE,protective clothing, machineguardsWear safety shoesGloves as appropriate for taskAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsProper grounding of frame,manufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followedPPE Required: protective Clothing (optional) Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Face Shield Safety Shoes/Boots disposable Respirator (optional)9
Hazard Analysis: Battery ChargerTaskHazardCauseGeneralUsePreventionFoot InjuryDrop object on footWear safety shoesTrauma(Burns)Eye InjuryBatty acid spillsElectricalShockFireImproper operation andmaintenance, battery conditionSparks, improper storage offlammables, combustiblesExplosionSpark/poor ventilation,smoking, improper proceduresGoggles, apron, gloves, properbattery handling proceduresGoggles, appropriate batteryhandling proceduresLockout/tagout, manufacturer’sinstructions strictly followedAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom machine areaAdequate ventilation, nosmoking, follow manufacturer’sinstructionsBattery acid splashesPPE Required: Apron Gloves Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles10
Hazard Analysis: Bench GrinderTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseInhalationEye InjuryDust/particles generatedduring machine operationProjectilesTraumaProjectilesFoot InjuryHand InjuryDrop object on footImpact, reElectricalShockHeat, sparksImproper grounding, Improperoperations and maintenancePreventionAppropriate natural ventilation,disposable respiratorsSafety glasses with side shieldor appropriate safety gogglesSituational awareness, PPE,protective clothing, machineguardsWear safety shoesGloves, situational awarenessFace ShieldAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom grinding/buffing areaLockout/tagout, propergrounding of frame,manufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followedPPE Required: protective Clothing (optional) Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Face Shield Safety Shoes/Boots disposable Respirators (optional) Gloves11
Hazard Analysis: Chemicals ionEye InjurySplash, fumesGogglesContactirritation, burnor absorptionIngestionFaceSplash, skin contactGloves (appropriate type forchemical), apron (if necessary),long sleevesWear respirator if neededWear Face Shield (ifnecessary)Breathing fumesSplashPPE Required: Goggles Gloves protective Clothing (apron) Respirator (as needed) Face shield (if necessary)12
Hazard Analysis: Cleaning (Body Fluid Clean-Up)TaskHazardCausePreventionGeneralUseEye InjuryTraumaFoot InjuryInhalationFumes, splashes anddusts (cleaningagents)Sharp objects, impactDropped object onfootChemicals, body fluidsGoggles, face shieldSituational awareness, glovesWear safety shoes (if necessary)Wear respirator or dust mask (if needed), glovesPPE Required: Goggles Face shield Safety Shoes/boots (if necessary) Gloves (chemical/biological resistant) protective Clothing (Apron) Respirator or dust mask (as needed)13
Hazard Analysis: Cleaning eTraumaFoot InjuryIngestionProjectiles, impact, chemicalcontactDropped object on footChemicals, dustPreventionSituational awareness, gloves,protective clothingWear safety shoesWear respirator or dust mask ifneededPPE Required: Safety Shoes/boots Gloves (optional) protective Clothing (long pants recommended to prevent chemical splashon skin) Respirator or dust mask (as needed)14
Hazard Analysis: Compound Miter SawTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseInhalationEye InjuryTraumaFoot InjuryHand InjuryFireElectricalShockPreventionDust/particles generated during Appropriate natural ventilation,machine operationdisposable respiratorsProjectilesSafety glasses with side shieldor appropriate safety gogglesProjectiles, rotating parts, point situational awareness, PPE,of operation, ingoing nip points, protective clothing, machineflying chips & sparksguardsDrop object on footWear safety shoesPoint of Operation, ingoing nip Machine guards, situationalpoints, rotating parts, flyingawarenesschips & sparksSparksAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsImproper grounding, improperProper grounding of frame,operation and maintenancemanufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followedPPE Required: Protective Clothing (optional) Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Safety Shoes/Boots Disposable Respirators (optional)15
Hazard Analysis: Cutoff es generatedduring machine operationEye InjuryProjectilesTraumaProjectiles, rotating parts, pointof operation, ingoing nip joints,flying chips & sparksDrop object on footPoint of Operation, ingoing nippoints, rotating parts, flyingchips and sparksProjectilesFoot InjuryHand InjuryHeadProtectionFireElectricalShockHeat, sparksImproper grounding, improperoperations and maintenancePreventionAppropriate natural ventilation,disposable respirators,automatic vacuum machineSafety glasses with side shieldor appropriate safety gogglesSituational awareness, PPE,protective clothing, machineguardsSafety shoesMachine guards, situationalawarenessFace ShieldAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom areaLockout/tagout, propergrounding of frame,manufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followedPPE Required: Safety Shoes/Boots Safety glasses/goggles Face Shield (optional) disposable Respirators (optional) Hearing Protection16
Hazard Analysis: “Ditchwitch” utineOperationPreventionHand InjuryConfined work areas, sharpedges/objects, rotating partsGloves, situational awarenessFoot InjuryWear safety shoesTraumaEquipment rolls over foot, objectdrops on footRotating partsEye InjuryNoiseNoiseFlying particlesEquipment OperationEquipment OperationHead InjuryFoot InjuryBump head, objects fall on headEquipment rolls over foot, objectdrops on footSharp edges/objectsHand InjurySituational awareness, appropriateclothingSafety glassesUse hearing protectionUse hearing protectionWear hard hat (as necessary)Wear safety shoesWear GlovesPPE Required: Protective Clothing Safety Shoes/Boots Safety Glasses Hard Gloves Hearing Protection17
Hazard Analysis: Drill Bit SharpenerTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseEye InjuryProjectiles, filingsHand InjuryPoint of operation, ingoing nippoints, rotating parts, flyingchips and sparksImproper grounding, improperoperations and maintenanceElectricalShockPreventionSafety glasses with side shieldor appropriate safety gogglesSituational awarenessProper grounding of frame,manufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followedPPE Required: Safety Glasses w/side shield18
Hazard Analysis: Drill Electrical ShockSparks, frictionEye InjuryFilings/particles generatedduring machine operationDust/particles generated duringmachine operationProjectiles, flying sparksImproper grounding, improperoperations and maintenanceAppropriate natural ventilation,disposable respiratorsSafety glasses with side shieldor appropriate safety gogglessituational awarenessWear safety shoesInhalationTraumaFoot InjuryHand InjuryHeadProtectionFireProjectiles, rotating parts, pointof operation, ingoing nip points,flying chips & sparksDrop object on footPoint of operation, ingoing nippoints, rotating parts, flyingchips & sparksProjectilesGloves (optional), machineguards, situational awarenessFace shield (if necessary)Proper grounding of frame,manufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followed. Appropriateplaced fire extinguisher,remove all combustibles andfire hazardsPPE Required: Protective Clothing (optional) Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield disposable Respirators (optional) Face shield Gloves (optional)19
Hazard Analysis: ionProjectiles, impact, vibration,burnsEngine, impactSituational awareness, gloves(optional), seat beltsWear hearing protection fornoise level over 85dbPPE Required: Hearing Protection Gloves (optional)20
Hazard Analysis: Drum, 30-55 Gal (Handling)TaskHazardCauseGeneralUseEye InjurySplashesTraumaFoot InjuryImpactDropped object on footPreventionGoggles (for handling exposedchemicals)Situational awareness, glovesWear safety shoesPPE Required: Goggles Safety Shoes/boots Gloves21
Hazard Analysis: Floor Jack, HydraulicTaskHazardCauseGeneralUsePreventionFoot InjuryRoll jack over footWear safety shoesTraumaOverloading jack beyond ratedcapacity, using jack for supportrather than just liftingFollow manufacturer’sinstructions. Ensure that ratedload is legibly and permanentlymarked in a prominent locationon jack, and rated capacity isnot exceeded. Immediatelysupport load once it is lifted.PPE Required: Safety Shoes/Boots22
Hazard Analysis: Hand Held Pneumatic ToolsTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseEye InjuryResidual air pressure, flyingdebrisTraumaAir pressure, ejection of toolNoiseEquipment OperationPreventionGoggles/safety glasses withside shields, situationalawarenessSituational awareness, toolretainerUse hearing protectionPPE Required: Safety Glasses with side shield/Goggles Hearing Protection Gloves (optional)23
Hazard Analysis: Hand Held Portable Power cles generatedduring machine operationEye InjuryProjectilesFoot InjuryHand InjuryDrop object on footPoint of operation, ingoing nippoints, rotating parts, flyingchips & ShockSparksMachine operationImproper grounding, improperoperations and maintenancePreventionAppropriate natural ventilation,disposable respirators (ifnecessary), automatic vacuummachineSafety glasses with side shieldor appropriate safety gogglesWear safety shoesMachine guards, situationalawarenessFace ShieldAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom machine areaHearing protectionProper grounding of frame,manufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followedPPE Required: Protective Clothing (optional) Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shields Disposable Respirators (optional) Face shield, as appropriate Hearing Protection24
Hazard Analysis: Heat calShockFumes, vapors and gasesgenerated during useHot air, contact with heat gunImproper operation &maintenancePreventionProperly ventilated work area,use disposable respiratorsSituational awareness, glovesManufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followed, replace wornpartsPPE Required: Gloves disposable Respirators (optional, if appropriate)25
Hazard Analysis: High Pressure Washer, Gasoline nd InjuryHead InjuryFoot InjuryFlying debris, contact with highpressure streamFlying debris, contact with highpressure streamFlying debrisEye InjuryDrop object on foot, contactwith high pressure streamFlying debrisElectricShockFireImproper operation andmaintenanceSmoking, sparksNoiseEquipment OperationSituational awareness,protective clothingSituational awareness, glovesSituational awareness, faceshield, hard hat (as necessary)Wear safety shoesGoggles/safety glasses withside shields, face shieldManufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followedNo smoking or exposure tosparks or open flame duringfueling. Appropriate placed fireextinguisher.Use hearing protectionPPE Required: Protective Clothing (optional) Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles Hard Hat (as necessary) Face shield Gloves Hearing Protection Apron (optional)26
Hazard Analysis: Hydraulic PressTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseEye InjuryProjectilesTraumaProjectiles, moving parts, pointof operation, pinch points,flying itemsDrop object on footPoint of operation, pinchpoints, moving parts, flyingitems.ProjectilesFoot InjuryHand InjuryHeadProtectionPreventionSafety glasses with side shieldor appropriate safety gogglesSituational awareness, PPE,protective clothing, machineguardsWear safety shoesGloves, machine guards,situational awarenessFace Shield (as necessary)PPE Required: Protective Clothing (optional) Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Gloves Face shield (as necessary)27
Hazard Analysis: Jack Stands, ManualTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseFoot InjuryImproper placement of loadTraumaOverloading vehicle standbeyond rated capacityPreventionSituational awareness, wearsafety shoesFollow manufacturer’sinstructions. Ensure that ratedload is legibly and permanentlymarked in a prominent locationon vehicle stand, and rated loadcapacity is not exceeded.PPE Required: Safety Shoes/Boots28
Hazard Analysis: Lifting/Carrying ObjectsTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseTraumaImpactFoot InjuryDropped object on footPreventionSituational awareness, gloves,back brace/belt (optional)Wear safety shoes/bootsPPE Required: Safety Shoes/boots Gloves Back brace/belt (optional)29
Hazard Analysis: Loft/Mezzanine/Roofing OperationsTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseTraumaImpact, fallsFoot InjuryDropped object on footPreventionSituational awareness, gloves,fall protection (restraint)Wear safety shoesPPE Required: Safety Shoes/boots Fall Protection (restraint) Gloves30
Hazard Analysis: LP Gas Torch (14oz to 20oz Propane tionHazardous fumes, gases,dustsEye InjuryProjectiles, fumes, dusts,flashesTraumaFoot InjuryFireProjectiles, burnsEquipment OperationHeat, sparks, slagAppropriate natural ormechanical ventilation, anddisposable respirators, asrequiredGoggles/safety glasses w/sideshields, appropriatenoncombustible or flameproofscreensSituational awareness, glovesWear safety shoesAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom areaPPE Required: Safety Shoes/Boots Gloves Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shields disposable respirator (optional) protective Clothing(optional)31
Hazard Analysis: Oxygen-Acetylene TorchTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseInhalationHazardous fumes, gases,dustsEye InjuryProjectiles, fumes, dusts,flashesTraumaProjectiles, burnsFoot InjuryFireDrop object on footHeat, sparks, slagPreventionAppropriate mechanicalventilation, as required,respiratorHelmets, safety glasses w/sideshields/ goggles, appropriatenoncombustible or flame-proofscreensSituational awareness, PPE,protective clothingWear safety shoesAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom welding areaPPE Required: Protective Clothing disposable Respirators Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shields32
Hazard Analysis: Pallet Jack & Dolly, HydraulicTaskHazardCauseGeneralUsePreventionFoot InjuryRoll jack over footWear safety shoesTraumaOverloading jack beyond ratedcapacity, using jack for supportrather than just lifting, sharpobjectsFollow manufacturer’sinstructions, glovesPPE Required: Safety Shoes/Boots Gloves33
TaskHazard Analysis: Parts Cleaner, VatHazardCauseGeneral UseInhalationOrganic vapors, hydrocarbonsEye InjurySkinIrritation/AbsorptionFoot InjuryFireChemical splash, fumesChemical splash, contact with vatliquidsDrop object on footHeat, sparks, slagPreventionAppropriate ventilation, respiratorswhen neededGoggles and face shieldSituational awareness, gloves, protectiveclothingWear safety shoesAppropriate placed fire extinguisher,remove all combustibles and fire hazardsfrom areaPPE Required: Protective Clothing (Rubber Apron) Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles and Face Shield Disposable Respirator (Optional) Rubber gloves34
Hazard Analysis: Plate CompactorTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseEye InjuryProjectiles, fumes, dustsTraumaProjectiles, impact, vibration,burnsFoot InjuryNoiseInhalationDropped object on footEngine, impactDustPreventionSafety glasses w/side shieldsor gogglesSituational awareness, gloves,protective clothing, backbrace/belt (optional), switchguardsWear safety shoesWear hearing protectionWear respirator or dust mask ifneededPPE Required: Safety Glasses w/side shields or Goggles Safety Shoes/boots Hearing Protection Gloves protective Clothing (long pants) Respirator or dust mask (as needed) Back brace/belt (optional)35
Hazard Analysis: Pipe Threading and CuttingTaskHazardCauseGeneralUsePreventionFoot InjuryDrop object on footSafety ShoesElectricShockImproper operation andmaintenance, impropergroundingPoint of operation, rotatingpartsFlying particlesRunning equipmentManufactures instructionsstrictly followed, propergroundingGloves, situational awarenessHand InjuryEye InjuryNoiseSafety glasses w/side shieldsHearing protection for noise inexcess of 85dbPPE Required: Safety Glasses w/side shields Safety Shoes/ Boots Gloves Hearing Protection36
Hazard Analysis: Portable Arc Welder, Gasoline PoweredTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseInhalationEye InjuryHazardous fumes, gases,dustsProjectiles, fumes, dusts,flashesTraumaProjectiles, burnsFoot InjuryFireDrop object on footHeat, sparks, slagElectricalShockImproper grounding, improperoperations and maintenance,improper switching devicePreventionAppropriate ventilation,respirator as requiredHelmets, goggles/safetyglasses, appropriatenoncombustible or flameproofscreensSituational awareness, PPE,protective clothing, switchguardsWear safety shoesAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom machine areaLockout/tagout, propergrounding of secondary andcase portable weldingtransformers, manufacturer’sinstructions strictly followed,proper switching for shuttingdown machinePPE Required: Safety Shield/Helmet with Filter Lens Fire resistant gauntlet gloves Safety shoes/boots Respirator Safety glasses w/side shields or Goggles Protective Clothing (Full sleeves, no front pockets, no cuffs, Shirt left outside of trousers, made of cleanfire-resistant materials)37
Hazard Analysis: Portable Generator, Gasoline onExhaustAppropriate ventilationTraumaBurnsFoot InjuryRoll over foot, drop object onfootHeat, sparks, slagSituational awareness, PPE,protective clothingWear safety shoesFireElectricalShockImproper operations andmaintenance, improperswitching deviceAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom areaStrictly follow manufacturer’sinstructions, proper switchingfor starting up/ shutting downmachinePPE Required: Leather Gloves Safety Shoes/ Boots38
Hazard Analysis: Portable Heater, Electric PoweredTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseTraumaBurnsFoot InjuryRoll over foot, drop object onfootHeat, sparks, slagFireElectricalShockImproper operations andmaintenance, improperswitching devicePreventionSituational awareness, PPE,protective clothingWear safety shoesAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom areaStrictly follow manufacturer’sinstructions, proper switchingfor starting up/ shutting downmachinePPE Required: Leather Gloves Safety Shoes/ Boots39
Hazard Analysis: Portable Heater, Gasoline onExhaustAppropriate ventilationTraumaBurnsFoot InjuryRoll over foot, drop object onfootHeat, sparks, slagSituational awareness, PPE,protective clothingWear safety shoesFireElectricalShockImproper operations andmaintenance, improperswitching deviceAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom areaStrictly follow manufacturer’sinstructions, proper switchingfor starting up/ shutting downmachinePPE Required: Leather Gloves Safety Shoes/ Boots40
Hazard Analysis: Power ate natural ventilation,respirators when neededInhalationEye InjuryDust/particles generatedduring machine operation,exhaust fumesProjectiles, burnsHeadProtectionTraumaProjectilesFoot InjuryHand InjuryDrop object on footPoint of operation, in-going nippoints, rotating parts, flyingchips and sparksSparksFireProjectiles, point of operation,flying chips & sparks, improperuse and operationSafety glasses with side shieldor appropriate safety gogglesFace shield (as necessary)Situational awareness, PPE,protective clothing, machineguards, manufacturer’sinstructions strictly followedSafety shoesMachine guards, situationalawarenessAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom machine areaPPE Required: Protective Clothing (optional) Safety Shoes/ Boots Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Respirators (if needed) Face Shield (as necessary)41
Hazard Analysis: Propane Torch (14oz to 20oz Propane tionHazardous fumes, gases,dustsEye InjuryProjectiles, fumes, dusts,flashesTraumaFoot InjuryFireProjectiles, burnsDrop object on footHeat, sparks, slagAppropriate natural ormechanical ventilation, anddisposable respirators, asrequiredGoggles, face shield,appropriate noncombustible orflame-proof screensSituational awareness, PPEWear safety shoesAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom areaPPE Required: Gloves Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles/Safety Glasses Respirator (if needed) Protective Clothing (optional)42
Hazard Analysis: Sewer SnakeTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseTraumaContact with moving partsElectricalShockImproper operations andmaintenance, impropergroundingPoint of operation, movingpartsFlying particlesHand InjuryEye InjuryNoiseAtmospherichazardEquipment operationMethane gas, hydrogensulfide, oxygen deficientatmospherePreventionSituational awareness, safetyshoesStrictly follow manufacturer’sinstructions, proper groundingGloves, situational awarenessGoggles/Safety glasses w/sideshieldsHearing ProtectionFollow Permit-RequiredConfined Space Alternate EntryProcedures when enteringsewer manholes or lift stationsPPE Required: Safety Glasses w/side shields or Goggles Safety Shoes/Boots Gloves Hearing Protection43
Hazard Analysis: Shop Vac(s)TaskHazardCauseGeneralUsePreventionFoot InjuryDrop object on footWear safety shoesElectricalShockEye InjuryImproper operations andmaintenance, impropergroundingFlying debrisNoiseEquipment OperationManufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followed, propergroundingWear safety glasses w/sideshieldsUse hearing protectionPPE Required :( PPE required to be worn during the vacuuming task when it poses a specifichazard to the user) Safety Glasses with side shields Hearing Protection Safety Shoes/Boots44
Hazard Analysis: Soldering Guns/IronsTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseInhalationEye InjuryFumes, vapors and gasesgenerated during solderingSpatteringSkinirritation/burningChemical cleaner use, hotsoldering ironFoot InjuryFireDrop object on footHot soldering ironElectrical ShockImproper operation andmaintenanceResidualsurfacecontaminationSome fluxescontain toxiccompounds (i.e.cadmium andfluorides)Soldering with lead containingsolders Toxic compounds influxesPreventionProperly ventilate work area,use respiratorSafety glasses w/sideshields/GogglesReview MSDS, substitutecleaner with non-toxic product,use appropriate PPE/protectiveclothingWear safety shoesAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom soldering areaManufacturer’s instructionsstrictly followed, replace wornpartsWipe down work area whenfinished Review MSDS,substitute with nontoxiccompounds if availablePPE Required: Safety glasses w/side shields/Goggles Safety Shoes/Boots (for protection against dropped objects when necessary) Protective Clothing Respirators (when needed)45
Hazard Analysis: Torch, Oxygen- AcetyleneTaskHazardCauseGeneralUseInhalationHazard fumes, gases, dustsEye InjuryProjectiles, fumes, dusts,flashesTraumaProjectile, burnsFoot InjuryFireDrop object on footHeat, sparks, slagPreventionAppropriate mechanicalventilation, as required,respiratorHelmets, Safety glasses w/sideshields or goggles, appropriatenoncombustible or flame-proofscreensSituational awareness, PPE,protective clothingWear safety shoesAppropriate placed fireextinguisher, remove allcombustibles and fire hazardsfrom the areaPPE Required: Protective Clothing (full sleeves, no front pockets, no cuffs, shirt left outside of pants, madeof clean fire-resistant materials)
Hazard Analysis: ATV 4-Wheeler Task Hazard Cause Prevention Routine Maintenan ce/Repair Hand Injury Confined work areas, sharp edges/objects, rotating parts Gloves, situational awareness Foot Injury Equipment rolls over foot, object drops on foot Wear safety shoes Trauma Rotating parts
