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Hazards Guide

Comprehensive workplace hazard identification and control measures

Transportation/Driving

Hazards

  • •Vehicle accidents and collisions
  • •Driver fatigue
  • •Poor visibility
  • •Overloaded vehicles
  • •Road hazards
  • •Slips, trips, and falls

Control Measures

  • ✓Vehicle inspections and maintenance
  • ✓Driver training and assessments
  • ✓Safe driving practices
  • ✓Use of seat belts and safety gear

Mechanical Lifting

Hazards

  • •Lifting equipment failure
  • •Injury from falling objects
  • •Overloading
  • •Operator error
  • •Swinging loads

Control Measures

  • ✓Regular inspection and maintenance
  • ✓Certified lifting gear
  • ✓Proper training for operators
  • ✓Clear work zones
  • ✓Supervisor oversight

Working at Height/Scaffolding

Hazards

  • •Falls from height
  • •Injury from falling objects
  • •Unstable scaffolding
  • •Weather conditions

Control Measures

  • ✓Fall protection systems
  • ✓Proper scaffolding construction
  • ✓Regular inspections
  • ✓PPE usage
  • ✓Weather monitoring

Chemical Handling

Hazards

  • •Exposure to toxic chemicals
  • •Chemical burns
  • •Spills and leaks
  • •Fires and explosions

Control Measures

  • ✓Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
  • ✓Appropriate PPE
  • ✓Proper ventilation
  • ✓Spill containment procedures
  • ✓Safety training

Electricity

Hazards

  • •Electric shock
  • •Electrical fires
  • •Arc flash
  • •Faulty equipment

Control Measures

  • ✓Insulated tools and equipment
  • ✓Qualified personnel
  • ✓Lockout/tagout procedures
  • ✓Circuit breakers and grounding
  • ✓Protective equipment

Excavation

Hazards

  • •Cave-ins
  • •Falling objects
  • •Underground utilities
  • •Hazardous atmospheres
  • •Heavy machinery accidents

Control Measures

  • ✓Trench support systems
  • ✓Utility locates
  • ✓Worker safety protocols
  • ✓Spotters and machinery alarms
  • ✓Air quality monitoring

Confined Space

Hazards

  • •Asphyxiation
  • •Physical injury
  • •Engulfment
  • •Explosion/fire

Control Measures

  • ✓Air quality monitoring
  • ✓Proper ventilation
  • ✓Permit-to-work systems
  • ✓Communication devices
  • ✓Rescue plans and equipment

Concreting

Hazards

  • •Slips, trips, and falls
  • •Concrete burns
  • •Dust inhalation
  • •Heavy lifting
  • •Equipment failure

Control Measures

  • ✓Protective equipment
  • ✓Proper lifting techniques
  • ✓Clean work areas
  • ✓Equipment maintenance

Welding/Cutting

Hazards

  • •Burns
  • •Eye damage
  • •Inhalation of fumes
  • •Fire/explosion
  • •Electric shock

Control Measures

  • ✓Welding shields and helmets
  • ✓Ventilation
  • ✓Fire extinguishers
  • ✓Insulated equipment
  • ✓Respiratory protection

Pressure Testing/Hydro Testing

Hazards

  • •Explosion
  • •Water exposure
  • •Projectile hazard
  • •Chemical exposure

Control Measures

  • ✓Pressure relief devices
  • ✓Controlled testing areas
  • ✓Monitoring during tests
  • ✓Proper equipment rating

Dust/Heat/Noise

Hazards

  • •Respiratory diseases
  • •Heat stress
  • •Hearing damage

Control Measures

  • ✓Dust suppression
  • ✓PPE
  • ✓Work scheduling
  • ✓Ventilation
  • ✓Hydration
  • ✓Noise barriers
  • ✓Hearing protection
  • ✓Noise monitoring