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Revised: 02/02/2023 2 Job Steps Hazards Actions to Eliminate or Minimize Hazards RAC 1. Work Preparation - Chemical Hazards - Hearing injury - Slips/Trips/Falls - Sharp objects - Sprains and Strains - Weather Conditions - Eye Injuries - Electric shock - Lack of Communication - Struck by Equipment - Biological Hazards (rodents, ticks, bees, mosquitoes, snakes, etc.) - Utilities - underground (power, natural gas, water, etc.) - Utilities - aboveground (power, natural gas, water, etc.) 1. Delineate exclusion zones and use PPE as required by type of material being used. Refer to MSDSs for chemical hazards. Ambient air monitoring and visual observation will be used to verify selection of PPE. Identify all chemical hazards and receive training (MSDSs) regarding safe handling of chemicals. The HSM will file copies of all MSDSs at the site. 2. Hearing protection is required when sound levels exceed 84 dBA continuously. Usually this will only be for workers working in unenclosed cabs of heavy equipment or ground workers working near heavy equipment. Wear hearing protection when necessary. A selection of hearing protection will be available for use. 3. Work areas will be visually inspected, and slip, trip, and fall hazards will be marked, barricaded, or eliminated, when feasible. Work areas will be kept neat and in an orderly state of housekeeping. Supplies and materials will always be placed in areas away from normal foot traffic routes. Equipment and tools will always be placed in a safe location and will not present a trip hazard to nearby workers. Maintain proper illumination in all work areas. Work is authorized normally during daylight hours only. Fall Protection, when performing work at heights above 6 feet. 4. Wear cut-resistant work gloves when sharp edges or other objects may cause the possibility of lacerations or other injury. When possible, sharp edges will be blunted. Workers should not stand or walk on equipment or supplies. 5. Personnel will be directed to use proper lifting techniques such as keeping the back straight, lifting with legs, limiting twisting, and getting help when moving bulky/heavy materials and equipment. Use of hand truck will be encouraged. Employees will not lift more than 50 pounds alone. Obtain assistance from another worker or use a mechanical device when possible. 6. Monitor for heat stress. Provide fluids and rest breaks during warm weather and while wearing impermeable protective clothing. Workers are to apply sunscreen to exposed skin. 7. Safety glasses are the minimum required eye protection for all work areas. If additional protection is required the Superintendent will assigned the protection for the specific task. 8. Only qualified electricians are allowed to hook up or disconnect electrical circuits. Follow lockout/tagout protocols. Inspect all extension cords daily for structural integrity, ground continuity, and damaged areas. Extension cords must be rated for hard usage or extra hard usage. The Superintendent will inspect electrical cords and connections daily. Use GFCIs on all outdoor 115- to 120-volt, 20-ampere or less circuits. Elevate or cover electric wire or flexible cord passing through work area to protect it from damage by foot traffic, vehicles, sharp corners, projections, or pinching. Keep plugs and receptacles out of water, unless they are approved, submersible types. If a generator is used, be sure it is a type that does not require grounding. If it requires grounding, follow manufacturerâ€™s directions. 9. Workers must have a 2-way radio that can contact someone who has access to a phone if they are not in line of sight of other workers. If more than one team at a time is working, ensure that there is communication between the work teams and project management. Use the buddy system. 10. Wear high-visibility reflective vests when exposed to vehicle or construction traffic. Make eye contact with operators before approaching equipment. Understand and review posted hand signals. Traffic barricades, signs, flags, and backup spotters will be used during field activities. 11. Look carefully for animals before stepping into any area or before placing hands near the ground. Be observant when disturbing rubble or debris. Use insect repellant as necessary. 12. Conduct a Utility location for underground utilities within the work area. Contact utility location service to locate lines prior to any excavation. Install warning posts/signs for utilities that are in areas that could potentially be struck (e.g. running in ditches, shallow road crossings, etc. Install overhead utility warning signs on project roads along with clearances if less than 14 feet. Work in the vicinity of underground utilities will use non- aggressive methods (No picks, shovels, excavators). Minimum clearances from overhead power lines will be maintained at all times. M NC-25-1137 Tiwana & Sons 1210 East Hammer Lane, Stockton, CA 95210