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HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
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APPROVED BY: SILVIO VALENTE
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REVIEWED: 03.04.2022
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DATE EFFECTIVE: 03.07.2022
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VERSION: HSF2022.1
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SUPERSEDES: HSF2021.1
Hazard Assessment
Tasks & Hazard Assessment
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Identify all tasks, associated hazards, hazard severity rating and control methods to be implemented. All tasks with high- risk hazards must have a Safe Work Procedure.
A: High Risk: Likely to cause permanent disability, loss of life or extensive loss to property
B: Medium Risk: Likely to cause serious injury resulting in temporary disability or property damage
C: Low Risk: Likely to cause minor or non-disabling injury or non-disruptive property damage -
Select all tasks that are being completed today:
- ABRASIVE CUTTING WITH CUT SAW OR GRINDER
- ACCESS AND EGRESS TO WORK AREA
- ASPHALT ROAD SAW CUTTING
- BACKFILLING
- FIRE EXTINGUISHERS - CARE AND USE
- CELLPHONE USE
- COMPANY VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT
- CONCRETE CHIPPING, CUTTING AND REMOVAL
- CONFINED SPACE - ENTERING AND WORKING
- CUTTING MATERIALS (NON-SPARK)
- DEMOLITION ACTIVITIES (NON-STRUCTURAL)
- DRIVING ON PUBLIC ROADS AND HIGHWAYS
- EPOXIES (APPLICATIONS)
- EQUIPMENT GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND CARE
- EXPOSURE TO LEAD
- EXPOSURE TO SILICA
- EXPOSURE TO WASTEWATER AND SEWAGE
- EXTRACTING STUCK EQUIPMENT
- FUELING
- FIRE EXTINGUISHER SAFETY
- GENERATORS
- HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATION
- HEAVY LIFTING (OVER 50LBS)
- HOISTING AND RIGGING
- HOUSEKEEPING
- LOADING/UNLOADINGEQUIPMENT ONTO TRAILERS
- MATERIAL DELIVERY
- MATERIAL HANDLING
- MOBILIZATION OF WORKERS
- MOUNTING/DISMOUNTING CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
- POWER CORDS
- POWER TOOLS - GENERAL
- RESCUE PLANS AND TREATMENT OF INJURED WORKERS
- REVERSING AND JOBSITE TRAFFIC PLANNING
- SHORING INSTALLATION
- SKID STEER/LOADER OPERATOR
- SPILL CLEAN-UP - CHEMICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPILLS
- STARTING MACHINES
- TIGHTENING LARGE BOLTS
- TRAFFIC CONTROL
- WORKING ALONE
- WORKING AROUND MOVING PARTS
- WORKING IN REMOTE OR SECLUDED AREAS
- WORKING IN AND AROUND WASTEWATER AND SEWAGE
- WORKING IN POOR WEATHER CONDITIONS
- WORKING NEAR EXCAVATIONS
- WORKING NEAR OVERHEAD LINES AND UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
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Abrasive Cutting
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Broken wheels
• Abrasive blade
• Sparks
• Flying material
• Awkward working position
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Ensure proper PPE as per associated SWP and manufacturer instructions are utilized.
• Refer to manufacturer instructions for RPM of equipment and choose suitable abrasive blades for the tool/task.
• Inspect all tools as required.
• Ensure proper hot work procedures are followed and permits completed. -
Access and Egress
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Increased risk of trips and fall hazards.
• Possible inability to access a worker in the event of an Emergency.
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Good housekeeping and maintaining that the route to and from a work area remains clear of debris and is treated as required based on weather conditions.
• Ensure ERP is up to date and clear access remains to access workers in the event of an emergency. -
Asphalt and Road Saw Cutting
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Visibility hazards
• Fire
• Other vehicles
• Vibration hazards
• Silica Dust Hazards
• Dust Hazards
Initial Risk Score: HIGH (3 x 2 = 6)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Wear proper PPE – Hearing, Eye/Face Protection, Dust suppression (water).
• Do not operate this machine when you are tired, fatigued or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Blade runs when machine is running – keep all parts of your body and clothing away from blade and other moving parts.
• Do not leave this machine unattended while the engine is running.
• Do not work on this machine while it is running.
• Do not use machine without training. Know how to “Emergency Stop” machine. Ensure machine is full of fuel prior to starting work. Shut off engine and allow to cool prior to refueling. -
Backfilling
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Damaged Utilities
• Struck-By Equipment
• Buried by Material
• Exhaust Fumes from Compactor
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Ensure all workers are free of the trench/excavation before replacing material.
• Operators of all equipment will keep personnel in view at all times. Signal persons to be used when operators view is obstructed.
• Ensure utilities are supported throughout the backfilling process. Compact in layers as to avoid settling.
• Where local ventilation is not adequate add a fan to create air flow for exhaust fumes -
Fire Extinguisher - Care & Use
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Uncontrolled discharge
• Contact with skin and eyes
• Improper selection of proper fire extinguisher
• Inhalation of contents
• Skin irritation
• Eye irritation
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Workers to receive adequate training in use and care of fire extinguishers.
• Appropriate fire extinguishers must be supplied for the type of fore that may occur.
• Fire extinguishers to be inspected monthly by a competent person and annually by a third party. -
Cell Phone Use
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Distraction from surrounding hazards
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Workers and Supervisors must not use cellphones in the active work areas. Move to an area free from surrounding activities to make a phone call.
• Where possible, avoid areas of high vehicle and pedestrian traffic when taking a phone call.
• Remain in high visible locations when on a cell phone. Avoid hiding behind barriers obstructions.
• Do not drive or operate a motor vehicle while texting or talking on a phone. Use a hands-free device where possible.
• Refer to and abide by Company Policy on Handheld Electronic Devices. -
Company Vehicles and Equipment
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• MVC
• Struck by moving vehicle
• Contact of vehicle with stationary object(s)
• Exhaust Fumes
• Slips/Trip/Fall
Initial Risk Score: HIGH (3 x 2 = 6)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Company vehicles and equipment to be operated in accordance with the manufacturer specifications by a competent person holding a valid driver’s licence.
• Daily Vehicles inspections to be completed and all defects to be reported immediately to the Supervisor. Service schedules to be maintained as required.
• Drivers of company owned vehicles must first provide copies of a valid driver’s licence and updated abstract.
• No smoking, no drinking, and no use of handheld devices or other activities considered to be distracted driving while operating company vehicles.
• Drivers must keep below posted speed limits and follow all local rules of the road. Drive as per road conditions.
• Parking company vehicles must be done by reversing into the parking spot. Refer to Backing in Vehicles -
Concrete Chipping, Cutting and Removal
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Workers unaware of the danger they may pose to other in the area
• Flying debris or damaged cutting blades
• Contact with buried utilities
• Concrete dust hazard
• Silica dust
• Heavy Equipment
• Awkward Working Positions
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Concrete cutting operations to be pre planned before commencing. Measures to determine and layout any hidden services to be taken before beginning
• Pre-cut / predetermine concrete sizes to ensure pieces demolished are manageable for workers and any work platforms that they may be exposed to.
• PPE required as per site conditions and SDS for concrete products.
• Measures to wet concrete and otherwise control dust must be taken. Do not add water where risk of electrical hazard exists. Where not possible to add dust suppression proper respiratory protection and mechanical ventilation is required. -
Confined Space - Entering and Working
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Workers may not recognize a warning sign of symptom of exposure.
• Noise and vibration
• Temperature extremes
• Tools and equipment use in the space
• Poor lighting
• Accumulation of flammable, compostable or explosive agents present
• Cramped work space poor access or egress
Initial Risk Score: HIGH (3 x 2 = 6)
Residual Risk Score: MEDIUM (3 x 1 = 3)
Required Controls:
• The employer (sub-trade supervision) shall ensure that no worker enters or remains in a confined space that contains or is likely to contain an explosive or flammable gas or vapour, unless one of the following applies:
• The worker is performing only inspection work that does not produce a source of ignition. In the case of an explosive or flammable gas or vapour, the atmospheric concentration is less than 25 per cent of its lower explosive limit, as determined by a combustible gas instrument.
• The worker is performing only cold work. In the case of an explosive or flammable gas or vapour, the atmospheric concentration is less than 10 per cent of its lower explosive limit, as determined by a combustible gas instrument.
• The worker is performing hot work. All the following conditions are satisfied:
o In the case of an explosive or flammable gas or vapour, the atmospheric concentration is less than 5 per cent of its lower explosive limit, as determined by a combustible gas instrument.
o The atmosphere in the confined space does not contain and is not likely to contain while a worker is inside, an oxygen content greater than 23 per cent by volume.
o The atmosphere in the confined space is monitored continuously.
o The entry permit includes adequate provisions for hot work and corresponding control measures.
o An adequate warning system and exit procedure are provided to ensure that workers have adequate warning and are able to exit the confined space safely if either or both of the following occur:
a) In the case of an explosive or flammable gas or vapour, the atmospheric concentration exceeds 5 per cent of its lower explosive limit.
b) The oxygen content of the atmosphere exceeds 23 per cent by volume. O. Reg. 632/05, s. 19 (4); O. Reg. 23/09, s. 3.
Subsections (3) and (4) do not apply if,
the atmosphere in the confined space,
(i) has been rendered inert by adding an inert gas, and
(ii) is monitored continuously to ensure that it remains inert; and a worker entering the confined space uses,
(i) adequate respiratory protective equipment,
(ii) adequate equipment to allow persons outside the confined space to locate and rescue the worker if necessary, and
(iii) such other equipment as is necessary to ensure the worker’s safety. O. Reg. 632/05, s. 19 (5).
• The equipment mentioned in subclauses (5) (b) (i), (ii) and (iii) shall be inspected by a person with adequate knowledge, training and experience, appointed by The employer (sub-trade supervision) and shall be in good working order before the worker enters the confined space. O. Reg. 632/05, s. 19 (6).
• The attendant will keep a record of the air quality on file at 1-hour intervals for record.
• Workers will exit the permit space when ever
• the attendant gives an evacuation order
• a worker recognizes any signs or symptoms of exposure
• a person inside detects a dangerous condition
• an evacuation alarm is activated.
• Light stand will be used for illumination where possible and must have all extension cords inspected and in good condition.
• If the attendant must leave all workers will exit the confined space.
• All tools and equipment must be inspected prior to connection or use in the space.
• Access and egress routes must be kept clear at all times.
• Fresh drinking water should be located close to workers but not inside the space as it may become contaminated.
• Fire extinguishers must be present at all times and be a 4A40BC or better and workers are trained it its use and care. -
Cutting Materials (Non-Spark)
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Misuse of saws
• Loose blades
• Flying materials
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Ensure using the right tool and blades for the materials which are being cut.
• PPE including safety glasses and work gloves to be used when cutting construction materials.
• Refer to SWP and company procedures to ensure safe practice. -
Demolition Activities (Non-Structural)
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Workers installing safeguards can be endangered.
• Poor access and egress routes from work areas.
• Trips and falls.
• Possible electrocution.
• Cuts and abrasions from removal and debris.
• Hearing damage
• Incorrect use of equipment.
• Defective equipment.
• Exposure to toxic substances or fumes.
• Possible silica dust hazard.
• Heavy lifting.
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
The following guidelines are intended to assist supervisors and workers in the safe organization of their work. These guidelines are not all inclusive and when special circumstances and conditions arise, the worker or supervisor should seek assistance from management as to how to proceed.
• The safeguards shall be installed progressively from a safe area towards the hazard so that the workers installing the safeguards are not endangered. Safeguards can be any form of shoring or bracing or other protective devices that afford adequate protection for the worker.
SETTING UP CONTROLLED ACCESS TO WORK AREAS:
Only a worker who is directly engaged in the demolition or dismantling shall be near it. This will require close supervision and set up measures to isolate the demolition area from public ways. Appropriate measures to protect the public and to inform the public and other workers such as warning signs, and temporary barriers shall be provided as required.
SECURING THE DEMOLITION SCENE AFTERHOURS:
If the demolition or dismantling is discontinued, barriers shall be erected to prevent access by people to the remaining of the area. Always post danger signs to warn the public of hazards existing.
Remember: It is the duty of the demolition contractor and constructor to take all measure necessary to prevent injury to any person on or near the project or the adjoining property. No demolition activity should commence until such measures are in place. -
Driving on Public Roadways
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Driver may experience heavy vibrations in large heavy equipment.
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (3 x 2 = 6)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Dump Truck Drivers must check for overhead obstructions prior to raising dump box.
• Where risk of impact or safe approaching distance a signal person shall assist spotting
• Dump trucks may not travel with their boxes raised.
• Driver must follow posted speed limits
• Cellphone and mobile devices are not to be used while driving, utilize Bluetooth features for devices and vehicles.
• Spotter to be utilized when blind spots are present while reversing
• Seat belt to be worn anytime vehicles are in motion
• Only carry the allowable limits of passengers for number of seat belts available
• Do not drive while impaired or under the influence of drugs or alcohol -
Epoxies (Applications)
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Potential for fires
• Exposure to chemical curing compounds, skin irritants, poor air quality
• Tight working area, awkward working positions, crouching/bending
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Ensure product is provided in original container from manufacture, unless decanted then ensure proper workplace labels are completed and attached to the containers
• Ensure adequate ventilation is provided while application and curing of compound is underway
• Ensure workers have the appropriate PPE as outlined in product SDS
• Ensure product SDS is available to workers for their review and is current and up to date for the product being used
• Ensure a 4A40BC fire extinguisher is available in the immediate vicinity and workers are trained on the use
• Ensure a spill kit is available in the immediate vicinity of the work being performed
• Ensure eye wash station is readily available for workers use in case of emergency -
Equipment General Maintenance and Care
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Electrical hazard
• Moving parts
• Equipment fluids
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• All maintenance of equipment must be done under zero energy. Turn off ignition, lock the council box, tag out, and keep the keys until work is completed.
• Shut off all machinery and apply parking brake. Use wheel chocks as required.
• Perform all general maintenance in association with that specific equipment’s manual. -
Exposure to Lead
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Contamination through exposure to damaged batteries
• Exposure to hazardous material
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Wear protective clothing such as overalls, disposable overshoes, hat and gloves
• Do not eat or drink in a lead-risk work area
• Wear proper particulate respirator
• Ensure work areas are well ventilated
• Dispose of work clothes as required in your region -
Exposure to Silica
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Abrasives for blasting
• Chipping / Hammering / Drilling of rock or concrete
• Demolition of material and structures
• Sand / Fill / Crushed minerals
• Exposure to hazardous material
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Workers are to be made aware of silica hazard on construction projects
• Proper selection of respiratory protection and filter system is required based off identified hazard
• Good housekeeping practices to be observed, dust to be kept to a minimum where reasonably achieved -
Exposure to Wastewater and Sewage
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Health risks
• Exposure to chemical agents
• Exposure to raw sewage
• Harmful micro-organisms such as; bacteria, viruses and parasites
Initial Risk Score: LOW (1 x 2 = 2)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Ensure that employees and management understand the risks through proper instruction, training and supervision.
• Personal Protective Equipment shall be provided to workers who work near or with sewage. PPE that is intended for one-time use shall be appropriately disposed of. To minimize further contamination, PPE of long-term use shall be cleaned and stored properly, after use.
• Workers shall be provided with sanitary supplies for post-work clean-up to eliminate personal exposure to harmful agents. -
Extracting Stuck Equipment
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Multi-Vehicle Collisions
• Involuntary Movement of Equipment
• Unplanned Detachment of Extraction Equipment
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Company vehicles and equipment to be operated in accordance with the manufacturer specifications by a competent person holding a valid driver’s license.
• Inspection of all slings and towing gear and attachments before every use.
• Pre plan route of entry, attachment, and escape reroutes. Abide by the Safe Job Procedure. Only crew members directly involved in the extraction processes to be present during extraction operations. -
Fueling
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Contact with fuel to expose skin and clothing
• Chance of ignition
• Inhalation of fumes
• Contact of fuel to eyes
• Inhalation of fumes
• Exposure to hazardous material
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Ensure all proper PPE is worn when handling fuel as per the SDS for that fuel product
• Fuel must be stored in appropriate containers segregated from other flammable products
• Fuel tanks to be stored in an area where they cannot be hit by vehicles or other equipment.
• Storage of fuel to be in an area free of combustible materials and ignition sources.
• Fueling should be performed in a well-ventilated area. -
Fire Extinguisher Safety
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Spark may cause fire
• Fire extinguisher dead or damaged.
• Incorrect type for fire
• Lack of equipment
• Lack of training in the use of equipment
• Incorrectly protected against the elements
• No location signage
• Exposure to monoammonium phosphate and sodium bicarbonate
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Proper fire extinguisher must be present. Type 4A40BC to be in close proximity to cutting and grinding and welding areas at all times. Must be checked and tagged monthly,
• Everyone should be trained to operate.
• No worker shall hinder access to fire extinguishers or exits.
• Each worker shall note the location of fire extinguishers, exits, and fire alarms and shall be knowledgeable in the use of each.
• It is the responsibility of each supervisor to ensure that all workers are knowledgeable in fire protection and evacuation procedures for the jobsite.
Workers discovering fires shall sound the alarm:
• Provided that the fire is of a small nature, a trained worker will attempt to extinguish it.
• If there is any danger from this procedure, all workers shall evacuate the building immediately.
• All workers shall exercise good housekeeping habits, not allowing waste, paper, rags, or other combustible material to accumulate.
• There will be “No Smoking” inside buildings and at all fuel and chemical, flammable material storage areas.
• Any deployed fire extinguishers are to be replaced immediately. -
Generators
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Irritating
• Flammable and explosive gases
• Poor ventilation
• Inhalation of fumes
• Hazardous atmosphere (noxious gases / lack of oxygen)
• Toxic
• Carbon monoxide
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Gas powered equipment must not be placed in a trench or excavation, or in areas that do not have adequate ventilation and emissions monitoring
• Use gas tester to check atmosphere in foul manhole, trenches and excavations before entering. Confined space legislation applies.
• Insure equipment if fuels in a safe manner
• Shut it off when not in use
• Ensure that the GFCI is tested and clean – test reset button each day
• Ensure the equipment is grounded - follow the owner’s manual for this procedure
• Use spill containment pool to re-fill and ensure there are no overspills onto hot parts -
Heavy Equipment Operation
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Crushing hazard
• Struck-by hazard
• MVC
• Exhaust fumes
• Equipment in motion
• Blind spots
• Wide loads
• Mounting and dismounting equipment
• Dust/noise pollution
• Underground utilities
Initial Risk Score: HIGH (3 x 2 = 6)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Wear protective clothing such as overalls, disposable overshoes, hat and gloves
• Do not eat or drink in a lead-risk work area
• Wear proper particulate respirator
• Ensure work areas are well ventilated
• Dispose of work clothes as required in your region -
Heavy Lifting (Over 50 lbs)Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Overexertion
• Slips/trips/falls
• Repetitive motion
• Muscle strains
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Size up loads and check overall conditions.
• Check route for clearances and obstacles.
• Use assistive devices whenever possible.
• Know your limits and ask for help when needed.
• When attempting a 2-person lift choose a partner roughly your same size.
• Lower by bending your knees.
• Do not twist your body while carrying a load. -
Hoisting and Rigging
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Unsecured loads
• Failing rigging equipment
• Uncontrolled movement of a load
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Hoisting and Rigging operations and hookups are to be accomplished by a competent worker.
• Inspect all rigging gear prior to use and complete the associated form for Hoisting and Rigging Equipment Inspection.
• Be familiar with load capacity and choose appropriate rigging for the load in question.
• All lifting gear must be tagged indicating its rated load capacity and must be in good to excellent condition. Defective or non-legible rigging gear must be removed from service immediately.
• Only workers immediately involved in the hoisting operation are to be in the vicinity of the hoisting operation. Ensure to always have an escape route when approaching a suspended load.
• Use tag lines wherever possible to guide and keep loads centered from a safe distance.
• Regular Hoisting areas will be indicated and signs posted identifying Danger Due to Hoisting Operations. -
Housekeeping
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Hidden tripping hazards
• Potential fire hazards
• Poor access/egress routes
• Protruding objects
• Improperly placed chemical materials
• Animal feces
• Toxic/contaminated waste and debris
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Waste material and debris shall be removed to a disposal area and reusable material shall be removed to a storage area as often as is necessary to prevent a hazardous condition arising and, in any event, at least once daily. -
Loading/Unloading Equipment onto Trailers
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• MVC
• Involuntary movement of equipment
• Unplanned detachment of equipment
• Heavy lifting
• Placement of equipment
• Bending and twisting
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Company vehicles and equipment to be operated in accordance with the manufacturer specifications by a competent person holding a valid driver’s license.
• Inspection of all slings and towing gear and attachments before every use.
• Adhere to procedures for loading/unloading equipment as applicable. -
Material Delivery
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Shifted loads
• Unstable loads
• Equipment/trucks backing up
• Loading/unloading areas congested
• Loads falling
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Delivery drivers must contact and be escorted on site by a representative from that site who has received orientation for that project and takes responsibility for the actions of that driver.
• Delivery drivers upon entrance to a yard or project must adhere to the site rules including but not limited to PPE and speed limit.
• Loads shall be inspected before unstrapping to ensure the load will remain if not secure.
• Delivery drivers and personnel other than those directly involved in unloading will remain clear of the area while unloading takes place.
• Operator will use a signal person when the vehicle is in reverse or the operators view is otherwise obstructed.
• Equipment must be operated by a competent worker where required.
• Site representative is responsible to ensure the delivery driver safely packs up and leaves the project even after the unloading is completed. -
Material Handling
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Shifted loads
• Unstable loads
• Burns
• Possible exposure to chemicals during transportation, loading or off-loading.
• Poor posture for lifting
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• All persons tasked with material handling will be trained in proper lifting techniques.
• Scan the path of travel. Ensure debris is removed and pathway irregularities are identified.
• A worker shall never overexert themselves when carrying a load. Ask for assistance when required.
• Where possible, use power equipment to assist with loading and/or unloading of heavy material.
• During hot seasons, ensure to check the temperature of the material to avoid burns.
• In circumstances where two or more workers are carrying a single load, ensure proper communicated to avoid pinching and crushing injuries due to unstable loads.
• Chemical materials shall be handled with caution at all times. No persons shall handle more than is safe.
• Ensure work rotation of workers in circumstances where repetitive motion is involved. -
Mobilization of Workers
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Vehicle traffic
• Flying loads
• Uneven surfaces
• Holes/trenches
• Flammable gases
• Chemicals causing fatality and/or severe injury
• Tight areas and confined spaces
• Materials to be manually handled
• Wildlife
• Biohazardous material
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• All persons will attend a site-specific safety orientation prior to working on site.
• Workers/operators/drivers to attend daily pre-work safety talks to discuss documented SWP/Procedures and supervisor instructions (daily JHA talks).
• Company rules, policies and safety requirements are to be reviewed by all workers at safety orientations.
• Emergency procedures, protocol call list, and emergency phone number 9-1-1 (for all emergencies) will be discussed and provided.
• Reporting and investigation requirements to be discussed.
• Orientation photocopies of training tickets or other proof of training to be presented prior to using equipment.
• All workers on the project must wear high visibility fluorescent clothing when walking around vehicular equipment. Nylon vests must be tear-away when used for directing site or road traffic.
• All workers must be made aware of the required site PPE.
• Location of washrooms, drinking water, and first aid kits, fire extinguisher and emergency gathering points. -
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Mounting/Dismounting Construction Equipment
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Snow/Ice/Materials on Steps
• Broken components of access equipment
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Access and egress of equipment must be inspected with the scheduled pre- and post-inspections. Deficiencies to be reported immediately to the Supervisor.
• Every replacement part for a vehicle, machine, tool or equipment shall have at least the same safety factor as the part it is replacing. O. Reg. 213/91, s. 95 (1).
• Keep access equipment clear of snow/ice/mud and other obstructions.
• Maintain 3-point contact when accessing/egressing.
• Never attempt to mount onto and dismount from moving equipment. -
Power Cords
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Missing ground pins on cords and/or tools
• Damaged plug ends
• Damaged extension cords
• Unprotected electrical cords in traffic areas.
• Trip hazards
• Outlet overloading
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 1 = 2)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• The third prong shall never be removed – this prong exists to prevent shocks!
• Use polarized plugs (one large or wide prong and one narrow one). This ensures that the plug is inserted correctly in a socket for proper flow of electrical current.
• Electrical cords must be deemed to be in good working condition before usage.
• Inspect electrical cords to ensure they are not frayed or damaged such as loose prongs, splits in the cord jacket, or heat excessively when in use.
• Ensure that the chosen electrical extension cord thickness is the same size or bigger than the electrical cord for the tool.
• Never overload extension cords. The cord’s rating capacity is labeled on the cord.
• Do not attempt to repair a damaged cord or electrical part. Have it replace instead, unless you hold the correct training.
• Never place cords under carpets, over or through doorways, windows or in path of travel (avoid tripping hazards).
• Electrical and extension cords must be adequately protected in the presence of traffic to avoid a safety hazard. (For temporary use only).
• Electrical cords shall not be located beneath work benches where flammable chemicals are handled. -
Power Tools - General
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Damaged tools
• Misuse
• Missing guards
• Missing components
• Sprains/strains due to awkward positioning
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Use tools are only used as per their operating manuals.
• Inspection of all power tools to be done before every use. Report defects to your supervisor immediately and the tool is to be tagged out and taken out of service.
• PPE as per manufacture instructions and company policy to be worn at all times.
• Guards to be used at all times.
• Proper blades and bits must be used for the specific tool.
• Extension cords for power tools must have their ground installed.
• Report and address defective tools as per SWP/SJP. -
Rescue Plans and Treatment of Injured Workers
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• No one trained on rescue plan
• Unaware of the hazards to others
• Rushing in
• Lack of rescue equipment and direction to all workers
• Spilled chemicals
• Manually transporting injured workers
• Contact with blood
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (3 x 2 = 6)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• In case of an emergency, immediately call 911, then the site supervisor.
• Sub-trades must review their and or the constructors rescue plans and see that all required equipment is available to do so. Rescuers must be training in the procedures.
• In the case of an emergency related to electrical shock or injuries derived from electrical equipment, it is critical to follow a set procedure in order to minimize damages and most importantly, to save lives. Regardless of the perceived severity of the injury, ensure the injured person receives professional medical attention as soon as possible. Injured persons have experienced heart failure hours subsequent to the initial exposure to electricity.
• Do not attempt to remove the injured person from the electrical source directly with your hands as you will essentially become part of the circuit and injure yourself in the process. In order to remove or detach the injured person from the electrical source use a non-conductive material such as dry wood, plastic or leather.
• Should you be qualified to do so, administer first-aid until further assistance arrives. Document all treatment details. -
Reversing and Jobsite Traffic Planning
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• MVC
• Impact with persons and stationary objects
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (3 x 2 = 6)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Drivers must keep below posted speed limits and follow all local rules of the road. Drive as per road conditions.
• Jobsites and projects to be laid out in a manner to which reversing is done as little as possible. Signs to be posted on our projects Danger Due to Reversing Equipment.
• Parking company vehicles must be done by reversing into the parking spot. Refer to Backing in Vehicles.
• Where the operators view is obstructed a signal person shall be made available. Pre-determined communication method and signals to be established between the driver and the signaler. -
Shoring Installations
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Impact caused by excavator bucket
• Cave-ins
• Slips / Trips / Falls into the trench / excavation
• Potential biohazardous material in soils
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (3 x 2 = 6)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Prior to shoring installations, excavations and trenches shall be inspect at the beginning of each shift and adequate access and egress routes shall be located.
• Access and egress routes are to be kept clean. Ensure there is no blockage on the landings of the ladder.
• Workers shall maintain 3 points of contact on ladders at all times. Worker completed at the top of a ladder is permitted.
• PPE shall be worn if they are working in an area where the fall is at least 3 metres.
• Ensure the prefabricated, hydraulic or engineered support system has been designed by a professional engineer.
• Workers shall be aware of the soil type that they are working with; identify as Type 1 Soil, Type 2 Soil, Type 3 Soil, or Type 4 Soil.
• Timber shoring shall be used in accordance with applicable Ontario Legislation.
• Hydraulic and mechanical shoring shall be assembled and installed in accordance to the manufacturer’s specifications.
• Workers shall not be permitted to work alone when installing shoring.
• Ensure shoring is reinforced to prevent movement -
Skid Steer / Loader Operations
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Crushing
• Struck-By
• Multi-Vehicle Collisions
• Slips / Trips / Falls
• Exhaust fumes
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Perform pre and post start walk around and daily inspections in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction.
• Skid Steers and Loaders must be operated by a competent working holding a valid certificate of training.
• Maintenance must be performed in accordance in with the manufacturer’s recommendations and noted deficiencies in the pre/post inspections must be reported to the Supervisor immediately.
• Skids Steers and loaders to be operated in a well-ventilated area. Measures to be taken to control discharge of exhaust fumes where question to increased exposure comes. -
Spill Clean-Up
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Lack of controls in place
• Non-accessible spill kits
• Filling indoors
• Environmental contamination
• Fire
• Smoking or other sources
• Exposure to particular chemicals
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 2 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Before working with any chemicals including gas and diesel supervisors and workers are to review companies spill kit location and use.
• Workers to report immediately to their supervisors any spills or leaks from equipment or any leaking or damaged containers.
• Tarps or drop sheets to be used under equipment for oil changes or equipment maintenance including hydraulic fluid leaks.
• Pools or catchment pans to be used for re-fueling equipment.
• All filling of equipment must be done outdoors, and the equipment wiped down after to reduce fume smell and or risk of fire from overflowing or spills when filling.
• Supervisor to post poisons information number and environmental spill reporting number for workers.
• No one is permitted to tip chemicals into toilets, drains or on the ground.
• Unused chemicals to be removed from site and clean up to be done in a controlled manner that does not affect others or the environment.
• Fire extinguishers must be readily available in close proximity.
• Always read the SDS for the first aid instruction as there are many treatments and the wrong one may cause the injury to become worse. The SDS is vital! -
Starting Machines
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Shocks
• Fire or explosions
• Unexpected movement
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Worker to read/understand equipment manuals regarding starting procedures.
• ‘Diapers’ to be used as required by general contractor for indoor use.
• ‘Scrubbers’ to be used on exhaust as required by general contractor.
• Do not fill equipment indoors, do not smoke when fueling and insure you are grounded and do not hold a static charge on clothing. -
Tightening Large Bolts
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Tight spaces
• Heating Equipment
• Sprains
• Strains
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 1 = 2)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Follow SWP/SJP listed
• Circle Check entire Equipment to ensure there is a safe work area to perform the task.
• Ensure the employees have proper training and are physically capable of doing the task.
• Inspect tools before use
• Lock and Tag Out all power sources as per lock out/tag out procedures.
• Be aware of all moving parts
• Ensure proper PPE is being worn at all times -
Traffic Control
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Struck-by/crushing injuries due to lack of communication of traffic routes on site
• Injuries/property damage due to untrained signallers
• Lack of attention due to multitasking of signallers
• Hazards due to lack of overhead clearance
• Wide loads
• Lack of attention of public pedestrians
• Property damage to chemical storage units
• Chemical spills
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (3 x 3 = 9)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (3 x 1 = 3)
Required Controls:
• Every employer who may have workers exposed to hazards of vehicle traffic.
• shall develop and implement a written traffic control protection program for their workers on a given project. All workers should be made aware of the traffic routes to be used.
• Speed limits and traffic direction flows should be strictly adhered to at all times.
• Vehicle traffic on site is to move in a forward direction at all times unless it is not possible. The traffic control and protection plan must be available for the site and this should be reviewed with all workers on site.
• A traffic control person must be a “competent worker” and must not be involved in any other work while directing traffic. They shall not direct traffic for more than one lane in the same direction or direct traffic if the posted speed limit is greater than 90 kilometers per hour.. -
Working Alone
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Lack of communication
• Poor response times
• Complacency
• Possible exposure to chemicals depending on the circumstance, such as working in a confined space where atmospheric hazards exist
• Working in tight spaces
• Possible exposure to biohazardous materials
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (3 x 2 = 6)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• No person may be left alone when performing hazardous activities or in an area known to be hazardous
• Supervisor to setup communication system with workers who may be required to work alone. Workers to check in at pre-determined intervals.
• Predetermine evacuation and emergency procedures. -
Working around Moving Parts
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Crushed between
• Moving parts
• Dust
• Noise
• Exposure to hazardous fumes
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Conduct inspections of the workplace as required.
• Ensure communication of moving parts during JHA.
• Ensure proper machine guarding.
• Erect barriers where warranted.
• Ensure warning signage is in place to warn workers of hazard.
• Signage shall be kept and maintain in good condition and shall be legible at all times. -
Working in Remote Areas
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Delayed emergency response times
• Possible poor cellphone reception
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 3 = 6)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 2 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Develop and test emergency response plan and EMS response times. Where applicable coordinate with local EMS for plan development options.
• Where phone signal is lacking adequate means of communication to be established and timetables. -
Working in and around wastewater and sewage
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Slip / trip / falls
• Poor ground conditions
• Noxious gases
• Exposure to fecal matter
• Exposure to biological waste
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Proper protective clothing to be provided by the employer such as Tyvek suits, rubber boots and rubber gloves
• Potable water to be available on site for clean-up and disinfection of tools and materials in contact with sewage
• Frequent hand washing is to be exercised after each encounter with wastewater and/or sewage
• Report all illness or injury to your supervisors immediately -
Working in Poor Weather Conditions
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Rain, Wet Fog
• High Winds
• Heavy Snow Falls,
• Cold
• Lightening
• MSDs due to poor weather conditions
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 3 = 6)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Rain gear to be provided by the employer for workers in heavy rain.
• Keep dry where possible and do not stay in wet clothing when exposed to cold temperatures.
• Avoid use of electrical power tools in wet conditions.
• Take shelter during a tornado.
• Plan projects/task with consideration for wind in mind.
• Clean/remove all snow and treat access and work area with sand/salt as required.
• Dress according to weather conditions.
• Supervisors and co-workers keep alert for signs of frostbite or cold related illness.
• Supervisors shall monitor all approaching weather patterns and issue stand down on approach of lighting.
• Stand down shall be maintained for 30 minutes past the last perceived strike. -
Working near Excavations
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Collapsing of excavation/trench
• Contact with live power
• Slips/trips/falls
• Potential exposure to hazardous material
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 2 = 4)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (2 x 1 = 2)
Required Controls:
• Supervisors and workers shall conduct a thorough inspection of their work area at the beginning of each shift.
• Signage shall be posted to caution workers of the opening.
• Work stations and material shall not be located within 1 metre of the excavation’s edge.
• When working near an edge, be aware of the soil type. Loose soils may cause the excavations perimeter to collapse, resulting in slips and falls.
• Workers shall be made aware of potential hazardous materials embedded within soils. Further training may be required. -
Working near Overhead Powerlines and Underground Utilities
Potential Hazards/Risks:
• Equipment operators and any other workers in the vicinity.
• Accidental contact
• No ID flagging or signage of hazard
• Encroachment into safe clear zones
• Potential infection
Initial Risk Score: MEDIUM (2 x 3 = 6)
Residual Risk Score: LOW (1 x 1 = 1)
Required Controls:
• Identify and locate overhead power lines and underground services [s. 228]
• Liaise with line operator and site superintendent to see if line can be made dead or diverted.
• If not, flag overhead lines is possible and always post danger due to overhead wires in predominant areas.
• If lines remain live select equipment or modify area with visual limits of approach markers and signage so that it can be clearly seen by all persons.
• You must have a rescue plan when working around power lines. Watch the Zap Zones.
• Obey the limits of approach.
• Overhead clearances such as wires, building projection, proximity to concrete pumps etc. Electrical clearances have been established according to conductor voltage. -
Is the task at hand not listed?
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What is the task(s), associated hazards, rating(s) and controls?
Tools/Equipment (Check boxes that apply to today's tasks)
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Free of visible damage
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Cord/ground pin intact
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Casing free of damage
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Guard intact
Equipment (Check boxes that apply to today's tasks)
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Daily check completed
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Proper PPE
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Proper user training
Confined Space Extraction Equipment (Check boxes that apply to today's tasks)
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Extraction harness (no tears, rips, or broken stitching)
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Lanyard (no fractures/distortion of D-Ring)
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Lifeline (no damage, frays, cuts, or burns)
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Rope grab (no damage, rust, dents, or wear)
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Tri pod & Winch (no damage, excessive wear)
Acknowledgement
- Signature
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All workers to sign indicating they understand and will work in compliance with the above procedures. Do not sign until you understand and agree with the JHA. Ask for further clarification if required.
Fitness for Duty
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All workers are fit for duty
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Worker(s) identified as unfit for duty
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Action Required
Review
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Foreman/Lead Hand
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H&S Manager
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Senior Management
Second Review
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Worksite was reassessed? No new hazards are present?
