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FALL HAZARDS (Falls to Lower Levels) L Applicable ® Not Applicable, Not Anticipated <br /> Site-Specific Notes&Clarifications: <br /> WORKING AT HEIGHTS(GENERAL) Fall protection"trigger heights": <br /> Hazards: Built environment—US&CAN:4 ft.(1.2 m.);Construction:US:6 ft.,10 ft.for scaffolds CAN:10 ft.(3 m) <br /> Injury from falls onto lower surface Protect from primary(fall)hazards: Protect from secondary(collateral)hazards: <br /> or falls into hazardous equipment, ❑Restrict access to hazard(barriers,tape,sign) ❑Protect site ground personnel from falling objects <br /> chemicals,water ❑Ensure safe access to height(ladder,stair,lift) (restrict access,toe boards,tether tools) <br /> Overhead utilities/obstructions ❑Ensure guardrails/stair-rails/handrails present ❑Install caps on protruding rebar and similar <br /> Impalement hazard(such as from ❑Ensure covers in place over holes ❑Working over water;see D.3,"Water Hazards" <br /> falling onto unprotected rebar and ❑Use designated"watch person/monitor" ❑Working over hazardous machinery/equipment;see <br /> similar surface projections) ❑Use tether or positioning device D.S,"Power-Tools/Powered Equipment" <br /> Hazard posed to ground personnel ❑Use personal fall apparatus(PFA) ❑Overhead electrical;See D.11."Utility-Related Hazards" <br /> from falling tools,equipment, ❑Use fall protection net ❑Working over chemical hazards;See D.14 and/or D.15 <br /> materials for chemical and/or contaminant hazards. <br /> Geosyntec Procedure(s):HS-120-Fall Protection,HS-210-Walking and Working Surfaces, <br /> HS-304-Overhead/Underground Utility Hazards <br /> LADDER/STAIRS ❑Follow safe work practices: <br /> ❑ Extension/straight ladders • Use ladders according to safe practices and manufacturer's instructions. <br /> ❑ Stepladders • Maintain 3 points of contact at all times on ladder;keep center of gravity within side rails. <br /> ❑ Fixed/installed ladders • Do not use metal(conductive)ladder near electrical hazard. <br /> ❑ Portable/mobile stairs • Extension/straight ladders shall be properly footed,secured,angled,extend above upper work surface. <br /> ❑ Job-made or scaffold stairs • Stepladders are set on level ground or properly shimmed,spreaders locked;do not climb/stand on top <br /> step,top cap,or rear non-climbing side;use step ladder of sufficient length for work. <br /> Hazards: • Equip stairs with stair handrails where more than 4 steps,and for stairway height of 4'or more. <br /> See general fall hazards,above. . Ensure portable stairs are stable,plumb. <br /> Geosyntec Procedure(s):HS-120-Fall Protection;HS-501-Ladders <br /> ; SCAFFOLD ❑Follow safe work practices: <br /> ❑Supported scaffold • Identify/coordinate operations with the scaffolding"Competent Person." <br /> ❑Suspended scaffold • Supported scaffold level,stable,proper attachments,tiebacks,planking, <br /> ❑Free-standing/mobile scaffold • Suspended scaffolds anchored properly. <br /> • Guardrails or personal fall apparatus required above 10 feet. <br /> Hazards: • Proper means of accessing scaffold(proper ladders,stair tower). <br /> See general fall hazards,above • Total height of free-standing scaffold not to exceed four times the minimum base dimension. <br /> Equipment collapse • Do not exceed load limits;store/stage materials in quantities sufficient for immediate use. <br /> Geosyntec Procedure(s):HS-507-Scaffolds <br /> ; AERIAL BOOM/SCISSOR LIFT ❑Follow safe work practices: <br /> Hazards: • Operators to be trained and certified. <br /> See general fall hazards,above • Equipment is inspected after mobilization and is in good condition. <br /> Struck by,run over,tip over • Harness&lanyard worn whenever operating the lift. <br /> Caught between(pinch points) • Overhead hazards and surface obstructions to be reviewed with operators prior to use. <br /> Fluid leaks/fuel hazards or Geosyntec Procedure(s):HS-509-Aerial Lifts <br /> battery-related hazards <br /> WARNING! Confirmed or possible ❑Follow safe work practices per D.11.,"Utility-Related Hazards" <br /> close proximity to OVERHEAD <br /> ELECTRICAL UTILITY LINES. Geosyntec Procedure(s):HS-304-Overhead/Underground Utility Hazards <br /> D.5. HAND TOOLS(Manual,Hand-Powered) ® Applicable Not Applicable, Not Anticipated <br /> Site-Specific Notes&Clarifications: <br /> Subcontractor(Gregg Drilling)to be cautious when repairing infrastructures—as appropriate. <br /> ® MANUAL HAND TOOL INJURIES ❑Proper tool for the job,maintain in good condition,use vise/clamp to hold work piece,proper follow through, <br /> ®Struck by stay clear of"line of fire;'appropriate work gloves,keep blades sharp,use wrist strap when dropped tool <br /> ®Pinch points/crushing injuries poses a hazard. <br /> ®Puncture ® Utility/folding/collapsible knives and fixed open-bladed knives/cutting tools are not permitted, unless <br /> specifically <br /> ®Cutting blade/laceration risk authorized. Cutting tools with auto-retracting blades,or with enclosed/guarded blades are permitted. <br /> ®Flying objects,eye hazards Use cut-resistant heavy work gloves,as applicable. <br /> ®Other,describe above ®Ground surface penetration—requires utility clearance;see D.11."Utility-Related Hazards" <br /> Geosyntec Procedures:HS-502-Manual Hand Tools <br /> MUSCULOSKELETAL(MSK)HAZARDS <br /> ❑Risk of acute physical MSK trauma <br /> (strains,sprains,soft tissue injuries) I ❑For tools requiring high exertion(shovel,hand auger,sledgehammer,pickaxe,slide hammer,similar):do <br /> ❑Risk ofcumulative/chronic MSK stretching exercises to prepare,clear hazard zone,use stable body position,take rest breaks,avoid overexertion. <br /> trauma,repetitive motion injuries <br /> ProjectlTask Name: <br /> Geosynte& THA Date: Page 4 <br /> consultants <br />