Module 3 Flashcards
(5 cards)
List the advantages and disadvantages of both Pre-job and On-Site Hazard Assessment.
Pre-Job Hazard Assessment
Advantages
plan/prepare ahead of visit
obtain key hazard information ahead of time
implement controls before site arrival
time (usually) to obtain required controls/equipment (spacing problem)
On-Site Hazard Assessment
Disadvantages
may not know/understand all potential hazards
client may not be aware of this; not able to divulge all known hazards
may not be able to obtain all required protective equipment/controls
may need to touch base with another client representative (e.g. operational manager/supervisor) who is not supposed to know who you are or the reason for your site visit
On-Site Hazard Assessment
Advantages
get the most up to date, real time hazard information
obtain first hand hazard/risk information for specific investigation areas
more sure of hazards that can cause you potential harm
Disadvantages
may not be able to implement/obtain required protective equipment/controls in advance
must, in some cases, rely on client (and their representative) to assist with/provide control measures
may need site safety/security escort if there are restricted/dangerous work areas
may present investigation challenges if operation is covert vs. overt
Referring to the pictures located in your participant manual, come up with some practical/required controls for each of the listed hazards. Record your control answers and check the answer key.
Forklift
Working Alone
Radiation - Welding Work
Hazard 1: Mobile Equipment
Controls:
avoid areas where powered mobile equipment is operated
maintain line of sight with operators of mobile equipment
never walk on blind side of equipment, or between equipment
use proper communication signals with operators; verify they can see you and know where you’re going
wear high visibility apparel
stay on designated pedestrian walkways, areas
Hazard 2: Working Alone
Controls:
develop written policy, procedures to address this hazard
develop call or check-in procedures and protocols and regular checkup intervals on worker status wellbeing
establish appropriate communication protocols and devices (e.g. radios, GPS tracking systems, alarms, cell phones)
assign a supervisor or “buddy” to communicate with for call-ins
develop proper emergency response protocols in case of contact loss
work together in teams or buddies
Hazard 3: Radiation
Controls:
avoid areas where there may be equipment that can emit ionizing radiation or where radioisotopes may be used
be trained in radiation and safe work/protective equipment controls
do not look at arcs/flashes from welding/torching/cutting activities
wear UV-rated safety glasses, goggles or helmets
ensure client erects welding screens or has work done in protected welding bays
Hierarchy of Control
When determining the types of controls needed to mitigate identified hazards, you and your employer must follow the hierarchy of control principle. This is a ranking (priority) order of control strategies that must be followed – from top to bottom – by everyone who works under provincial safety laws; in fact, following this principle is a legislative requirement under Section 2 of the OHS Code.
Elimination
Engineering
Administrative
PPE
Hazard Identification and Control - outdoor machinery, hole and ladder
Identified Hazards:
confined space
falls
noise
cranes/hoists
ladders
slips/trips
tools, equipment, machinery
weather
lighting
material/equipment securement
traffic control
violence/harassment
hazards requiring PPE use
powered mobile equipment
Specific Controls:
confined space: verify hazard assessment conducted/documented, procedures in place, right related equipment, gas monitoring, rescue team in place
falls: training, fall protection gear (harness, lanyards, approved anchor points), guardrails
noise: hearing protection
cranes/hoists: safe operation, no lifting/lowering while people underneath/nearby, maintaining line of site with operators, proper rigging and rigging straps in good condition, high visibility gear
ladders: proper use/set up, 4:1 ratio, secured from movement, side rails above 3 feet of uppermost work platforms, wearing of harness and use of lifeline while descending/ascending
slips/trips: housekeeping, organization of tools/material, keeping pathways clear
tools, equipment, machinery: avoid working in areas where tools, machinery and equipment utilized, wear right PPE; safe use
weather: wear appropriate clothing to season/weather
lighting: additional task lighting (trouble light, headlamps, etc.)
material/equipment securement: storing materials well away from space edge, securing with ropes, chains, bungees
traffic control: use of high visibility clothing/gear, signs, designated pedestrian pathways
violence/harassment: risk assessment, policies, procedures, conflict resolution, professional courtesy, training
hazards requiring PPE use: hard hat, boots, glasses, high visibility gear, fall protection etc.
powered mobile equipment: avoid areas where operated, mobile equipment has “right of way”, stay well clear, maintain line of site with operators, do not walk on blind side, use proper communication/hand signals, high visibility gear
S.T.O.P.
Stop
Think
Observe
Plan
