Activity Hazard Analysis – Utility Scanning

Activity: Locating services / Date:
Project Name:
Description of the work: Help locate and mark underground obstructions using ground penetrating radar and EM technologies. / Project Technician:
Supervisor Name:
GPRS Safety Contact: Matt Johnson (567)694-3799
Site Contact:

Work Activity Sequence

(Identify the principal steps involved and the sequence of work activities) /

Potential Health and Safety Hazards

(Analyze each principal step for potential hazards) /

Hazard Controls

(Develop specific controls for each potential hazard)
Lifting equipment/ heavy objects within work area / Manual Lifting Hazard
•Sprains
•Strains /
  • USE PROPER LIFTING TECHNIQUES
  • Know your limits!
  • Avoid picking up heavy objects placed below your knees
  • Get as close to the load as possible
  • Keep your back straight when reaching to lift an object.
  • Bend with your knees not your back
  • Make certain your balance is good
  • Keep the arms and elbows close to the body
  • DON’T TWIST YOUR BODY WHILE CARRYING THE LOAD
  • To lower, bend the knees. DON’T STOOP!
  • Make sure your hands & feet are clear when placing the load.

Uneven surfaces/ rough terrain in working area / •Slips
•Trips
•Falls / •Complete a site walk down and survey of the area to be scanned for any potential slip, trip, and fall hazards prior to starting work.
•Identify footing hazards, rough areas and steep terrain.
•Avoid walking or working on irregular rough ground surfaces. Don’t short cut over rough areas. Work on stable ground and make sure you have firm footing.
•Be aware of wet and slippery conditions.
•Wear ankle supportive work boots with slip-resistant soles and good tread.
•Walking and working surfaces should be kept free of clutter, debris and congestion.
Hand Hazards / •Cut
•Smash
•Pinch
•Puncture
•Splinters /
  • Use careful hand placement to prevent pinch points
  • Use the proper glove for the task! Not all gloves are created equal…. Ensure the glove you use will protect your hands from the specific hazards of the job

Exposure to hot temperatures / Heat stress disorders:
  • Sunburn
  • Heat cramps
  • Heat exhaustion
  • Heat stroke
/
  • All GPRS employees go through annual heat stress prevention training.
  • Obtain and review weather forecast - be aware of predicted weather systems and be prepared for sudden changes in temperature.
  • Save the most demanding work for the cooler part of the day
  • Drink water frequently and moderately - Avoid caffeinated beverages and eat lightly.
  • If possible, avoid direct sunlight or other heat sources
  • Wear lightweight, light-colored and loose fitting clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses
  • Take breaks - rest frequently in cool, shaded areas.

Exposure to cold temperatures / Cold-related disorders
  • Frostbite
  • Hypothermia
/
  • Obtain and review weather forecast - be aware of predicted weather systems and be prepared for sudden changes in temperature
  • Dress in layers of light-weight clothing keep you warmer than a single layer of heavy clothes.
  • Wear the right gloves for the work you are doing - gloves should have enough insulation to keep you warm and prevent frostbite, but be thin enough so you can feel what you are doing if you are manipulating controls or tools
  • Wear a hat - As much as half your body heat can go up in steam off the top of your head. Protect your ears from frostbite (wear a hat that will cover your ears).
  • Footwear - shoes or boots should have adequate tread to prevent slips and falls on wet or icy surfaces.
  • Get plenty of rest - working in the cold and even traveling to and from ork in the winter takes lots of energy.

Loud noise exposure /
  • Long term hearing loss
/
  • Hearing protection is required when noise levels exceed 85dBA.
  • The general rule of thumb is-wear hearing protection when you have to raise your voice to be heard, or others have to raise their voice to hear you.
  • Select the proper hearing protection depending on the working environment.
  • Follow site specific hearing protection requirements.

Exposure to motorized operating equipment within working area /
  • Struck –by
  • Caught –in-between
  • Crushed by/run over
/
  • Wear high-visibility clothing when working around heavy mobile equipment.
  • Never positioning yourself in a blind spot – Do not enter heavy equipment work zones until operators have made eye contact and ensure they are aware of the ground personnel’s presence.
  • Avoid setting up their work area near heavy mobile equipment.
  • Avoid walking or working under a suspended load.
  • Make eye contact with and alert the operator—and ensure the operator sees you—before approaching a vehicle.
  • At no time will any personnel approach within 25 feet plus the swing zone of any equipment without signaling the operator and may not approach the equipment until the operator has idled the equipment, grounded extensions, and signaled that it is safe to approach.

Vehicle traffic in or around working area /
  • Struck-by
  • Crushed by/ run over
/
  • Wear high visibility vest at all times.
  • Use traffic safety cones
  • Position truck to block any potential vehicle traffic form your work area
  • Stay in well-lit areas
  • Have "spotter" or site contact assist in potential vehicle traffic.
  • In certain situations, a traffic control plan will need to be implemented which utilizes traffic control devices, warning signs, and signals.

Exposure to insects, ticks, snakes, small animals, and poisonous plants /
  • Insect bites and stings
  • bees, hornets, wasp, yellow jackets, spiders, scorpions, horse flies, fire ants
  • Ticks and infected mosquitoes
  • Venomous Snakes
  • Poisonous Plants
  • poison ivy
  • poison oak
  • poison sumac
/
  • To protect yourself from biting/ stinging insects, wear long pants, socks, and long-sleeved shirts (tuck pants into socks or boots to avoid ticks if needed)
  • Use insect repellents if desired.
  • Be aware of your surroundings for snakes. Watch where you step, especially around rocks, down trees, heavy brush and debris. Be careful where you place your hands while working. Wear appropriate PPE such as snake chaps and boots if necessary
  • Identify poisonous plants and avoid them! Also wear long sleeve shirts, over-the-counter skin products that are intended to act as a barrier between your skin and the oily resin that causes a rash, tape openings in the pant legs and wrist areas to prevent direct contact with the poisonous plants if necessary.

Marking Paint /
  • Chemical Exposure (spray paint)
/
  • Use only in ventilated areas
  • Keep away from hands and face.
  • Use Rust-Oleum spray paint wand.
  • Have a copy of Rust-Oleum Safety Data Sheet (SDS) readily available at all times while onsite.

Exposure to open trenches/ excavations within working area /
  • Falls
  • Cave-ins
  • Unstable Trench Walls
  • Confined space?
/
  • Stay at least 4 feet away from any open excavation.
  • Make sure trench or excavation is properly shored, sloped or shielded (trench box) before entering.
  • Never enter excavation or trench if you feel the dirt is unstable
  • Ladders must be accessible within 25 feet either direction of travel in all trenches 4 feet deep or greater
  • Some open trenches or excavations can be considered a confined space. Do not enter a confined space and follow GPRS confined space procedures.

Confined Spaces /
  • Hazardous atmosphere
  • oxygen deficiency
  • flammable/ explosive
  • toxic
  • Physical hazard
  • Electrical
  • Mechanical
  • Pressure
  • Moving parts
  • Engulfment
  • Insects/ small animals
/
  • DO NOT ENTER!Confined space entry requires a team of trained and qualified entrants. Specific criteria must occur prior to entry.
  • Personnel needing to enter a confined space will be required to have the 8 hour confined space training class.
  • Contact your Regional Director or Safety Manager to determine if a structure is classified as confined spaces and they will assist to determine appropriate procedures prior to entry. This includes contacting the confined space coordinator and coordinating the confined space entry with the facility.
DO NOT ENTER!
Working with Sondes/ duct hunters/ sewer cameras /
  • Sewers, drains and equipment used within them represent a considerable risk of infection of diseases carried by or associated with human or animal waste products.
/
  • Never enter a confined space – manholes, utility vaults, etc.
  • The best form of defense against infection is not to come in contact with the contaminated material.
  • Completely cover wounds or sores with waterproof dressings. If in doubt do not handle equipment
  • Always use the following PPE:
  • Rubber or latex gloves – to prevent skin contamination
  • Wear safety eye glass/ face mask to protect against airborne matter or splashed liquids
  • Wear the correct clothing designed to stop contaminants from reaching the skin
  • Use disinfectant detergent and/or disinfectant wipes to clean up
  • Use a disinfectant on hands and contaminated areas upon completion
  • Avoid touching eyes, mouth or face until thoroughly disinfecting hands
  • Do not eat, drink or smoke until thoroughly disinfecting hands

Equipment to be used
(List equipment to be used in the work activity) / Inspection Requirements
(List inspection requirements for the work activity) / Training Requirements
(List training requirements including hazard communication)
Sir 3000 GPR Computer System
GPR 400 MHz GPR Antenna
Radio Detection Equipment / As needed / All GPRS employees have proper training on GPR equipment and general safety standards.
Every field technician has completed OSHA 10 Hour Construction Outreach training at a minimum.

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