Job Hazard/Safety Analysis For the Carpenter 1
INTRODUCTION Job Hazard/Safety Analysis for the Carpenter is a partial list of known task performed by the professional carpenter. We have placed the tasks in alphabetical order and in a table format, listing each in a step-by-step sequence followed by the potential hazard and a recommended action or procedure. This is by no means an exhaustive list and is subject to modification. Additional comments may be added as more information becomes available. If you are asked to perform an occasional task, not listed with your job title, you can look up an individual task by returning to our Job Safety Analysis page and check the pulldown menu for Job Task. 2
APHABETICAL LIST OF TASK Page Air Compressor 5 ATV 4-Wheeler 6 Auger, Posthole 7 Band Saw 8 Belt Sander 9 Bench Grinder 10 Chain Saw 11 Chemicals (Pouring Handling) 12 Cleaning (Sweep & Mop) 13 Compound Miter Saw 14 Cutoff Saw 15 Ditchwitch Trencher 16 Drill Bit Sharpener 17 Drill Press 18 Driving 19 Drum Handling (30-55 Gal.) 20 Floor Jack, Hydraulic 21 Forklift 22 Framing Nail Gun, Impact 23 Fuel Transfer Pump 24 Hand Held Pneumatic Tools 25 Hand Held Portable Power Tools 26 High Pressure Washer 27 Heat Gun 28 Jack Stands, Manual 29 Jointer 30 Jointer/Planner 31 Lifting/Carrying Objects 32 Loft/Mezzanine/Roof Operations 33 LP Gas Torch (Propane Cylinder) 34 Miter Saw 35 Pallet Jack & Dolly, Hydraulic 36 Plate Compactor 37 Pneumatic Nail Gun 38 3
Portable Generator, Gasoline Powered 39 Portable Heater, Electric Powered 40 Portable Heater, Gasoline Powered 41 Power Hacksaw 42 Propane Torch (14-20 oz. Cylinder) 43 Radial Arm Saw 44 Shop Vac(s) 45 Table Saw 46 Vise 47 4
Hazard Analysis: Air Compressor Shutdown and Isolate Unit Unit Activation during repair Auto start and/or human error Lockout/Tagout Routine Maintenance /Repair Routine Operation Noise Equipment Operation Hearing Protection Hand Injury Confined work areas, sharp edges Gloves Eye Injury Residual air pressure Goggles, safety glasses with side shields Electric Shock Improper operation and maintenance Manufacturer s instructions strictly followed, lock-out/tagout Noise Equipment Operation hearing protection Noise Equipment Operation hearing protection Eye Injury Blowing debris safety glasses w/side shields or goggles Goggles/Safety Glasses with side shield Hearing Protection Gloves Hazard Analysis: Air Compressor, Portable, Electric Routine Maintenance /Repair Routine Operation Electric Shock Improper operation and maintenance Unplug electrical cord and retain control of plug during repair/maintenance Noise Equipment operation hearing protection Trauma Eye Injury Improper use, uncontrolled release of compressed air Projectiles, flying debris appropriate nozzle for specific work activity, situational awareness Goggles or safety glasses with side shields Goggles or Safety glasses with side shield Hearing Protection 5
Hazard Analysis: ATV 4-Wheeler Routine Maintenan ce/repair Routine Operation Hand Injury Confined work areas, sharp edges/objects, rotating parts Gloves, situational awareness Foot Injury Equipment rolls over foot, Wear safety shoes object drops on foot Trauma Rotating parts Situational awareness, appropriate clothing Muscle/Ligam ent Strain Awkward working positions Position body to avoid strains, take appropriate breaks Eye Injury Flying Particles Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shields Noise Equipment Operation hearing protection Noise Equipment Operation hearing protection Head Injury Fall from 4-Wheeler, accident Wear helmet Helmet Safety glasses, goggles or helmet face shield Gloves Hearing Protection Safety Shoes/boots protective clothing (optional) 6
Hazard Analysis: Auger (Post Hole), Gasoline Powered Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation, exhaust fumes Appropriate natural ventilation, disposable respirators Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield or appropriate safety goggles Trauma Projectiles, point of operation, flying debris & sparks, improper use and operation, loose clothing becoming entangled Situational awareness, PPE, machine guards, Manufacturer s instructions followed, do not wear loose clothing Noise Engine Ear plugs/ear muffs Foot Injury Drop object on foot, impact of Safety shoes auger Hand Injury Point of operation, in-going nip points, rotating parts, flying debris and sparks Gloves, machine guards, situational awareness Fire Sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards Gloves (leather) Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield disposable respirator (optional) Safety Shoes/boots Hearing Protection 7
Hazard Analysis: Band Saw Inhalation Hazardous fumes, gases, dusts Appropriate ventilation, as required, disposable respirators Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield or appropriate safety goggles Trauma Projectiles, rotating parts, point of operation, ingoing nip points, flying chips & sparks Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing, machine guards Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Hand Injury Sharp objects Gloves as appropriate for task Fire Sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all Electrical Shock Improper grounding, improper operations and maintenance combustibles and fire hazards Proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions strictly followed protective Clothing (optional) Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Face Shield Safety Shoes/Boots disposable Respirator (optional) 8
Hazard Analysis: Belt Sander Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation Appropriate natural ventilation, disposable respirators Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield or appropriate safety goggles Trauma Projectiles, rotating parts, point of operation, ingoing nip points, flying chips & sparks Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing, machine guards Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Hand Injury Point of Operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips & sparks Machine guards, situational awareness Fire/Explosion Sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from machine area Electrical Shock Improper grounding, improper operation and maintenance Lockout/tagout, proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions strictly followed 9
Hazard Analysis: Bench Grinder Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation Appropriate natural ventilation, disposable respirators Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield or appropriate safety goggles Trauma Projectiles Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing, machine guards Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Hand Injury Impact, penetration, Gloves, situational awareness compression Head Projectiles Face Shield Protection Fire Heat, sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from grinding/buffing area Electrical Shock Improper grounding, Improper operations and maintenance Lockout/tagout, proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions strictly followed protective Clothing (optional) Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Face Shield Safety Shoes/Boots disposable Respirators (optional) Gloves 10
Hazard Analysis: Chainsaw, Gasoline Powered Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation, exhaust fumes Appropriate natural ventilation, disposable respirators Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield or appropriate safety goggles Head Protection Projectiles Trauma Projectiles, point of operation, flying chips & sparks, falling objects, improper use and operation Face shields situational awareness, PPE, hardhat, protective clothing (chaps, long pants, long sleeve shirt), machine guards Manufacturer s instructions followed Noise Engine Ear plugs/ear muffs Foot Injury Drop object on foot, impact of Safety shoes (cut resistant) saw blade Hand Injury Point of operation, in-going nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks Gloves, machine guards, situational awareness Fire Sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazard Protective Clothing (chaps, long pants, long sleeve shirt) Gloves (leather) Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Disposable respirator (optional) Face Shield/screen Safety Shoes/boots (cut resistant) Hearing Protection Hardhat 11
Hazard Analysis: Chemicals (Pouring/Handling) Eye Injury Splash, fumes Goggles Contact irritation, burn or absorption Splash, skin contact Gloves (appropriate type for chemical), apron (if necessary), long sleeves Inhalation Breathing fumes Wear respirator if needed Face Splash Wear Face Shield (if necessary) Goggles Gloves protective Clothing (apron) Respirator (as needed) Face shield (if necessary) 12
Hazard Analysis: Cleaning (Sweeping/Mopping/Buffing) Trauma Projectiles, impact, chemical contact Situational awareness, gloves, protective clothing Foot Injury Dropped object on foot Wear safety shoes Inhalation Chemicals, dust Wear respirator or dust mask if needed Safety Shoes/boots Gloves (optional) protective Clothing (long pants recommended to prevent chemical splash on skin) Respirator or dust mask (as needed) 13
Hazard Analysis: Compound Miter Saw Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation Appropriate natural ventilation, disposable respirators Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield or appropriate safety goggles Trauma Projectiles, rotating parts, point of operation, ingoing nip points, flying chips & sparks situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing, machine guards Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Hand Injury Point of Operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips & sparks Machine guards, situational awareness Fire Sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards Electrical Shock Improper grounding, improper operation and maintenance Proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions strictly followed Protective Clothing (optional) Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Safety Shoes/Boots Disposable Respirators (optional) 14
Hazard Analysis: Cutoff Saw Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation Appropriate natural ventilation, disposable respirators, automatic vacuum machine Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield Trauma Projectiles, rotating parts, point of operation, ingoing nip joints, flying chips & sparks Foot Injury Drop object on foot Safety shoes Hand Injury Point of Operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks or appropriate safety goggles Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing, machine guards Machine guards, situational awareness Head Projectiles Face Shield Protection Fire Heat, sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from area Electrical Shock Improper grounding, improper operations and maintenance Lockout/tagout, proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions strictly followed Safety Shoes/Boots Safety glasses/goggles Face Shield (optional) disposable Respirators (optional) Hearing Protection 15
Hazard Analysis: Ditchwitch Trencher Routine Maintenanc e/repair Routine Operation Hand Injury Confined work areas, sharp edges/objects, rotating parts Gloves, situational awareness Foot Injury Equipment rolls over foot, object Wear safety shoes drops on foot Trauma Rotating parts Situational awareness, appropriate clothing Eye Injury Flying particles Safety glasses Noise Equipment Operation hearing protection Noise Equipment Operation hearing protection Head Injury Bump head, objects fall on head Wear hard hat (as necessary) Foot Injury Equipment rolls over foot, object Wear safety shoes drops on foot Hand Injury Sharp edges/objects Wear Gloves Protective Clothing Safety Shoes/Boots Safety Glasses Hard Gloves Hearing Protection 16
Hazard Analysis: Drill Bit Sharpener Eye Injury Projectiles, filings Safety glasses with side shield or appropriate safety goggles Hand Injury Point of operation, ingoing nip Situational awareness points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks Electrical Shock Improper grounding, improper operations and maintenance Proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions strictly followed Safety Glasses w/side shield 17
Hazard Analysis: Drill Press Inhalation Electrical Shock Sparks, friction Eye Injury Filings/particles generated during machine operation Improper grounding, improper operations and maintenance Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation Appropriate natural ventilation, disposable respirators Trauma Projectiles, flying sparks Safety glasses with side shield or appropriate safety goggles situational awareness Foot Injury Projectiles, rotating parts, point Wear safety shoes of operation, ingoing nip points, flying chips & sparks Hand Injury Drop object on foot Gloves (optional), machine Head Protection Point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips & sparks guards, situational awareness Face shield (if necessary) Fire Projectiles Proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions strictly followed. Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards Protective Clothing (optional) Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield disposable Respirators (optional) Face shield Gloves (optional) 18
Hazard Analysis: Driving Trauma Projectiles, impact, vibration, burns Situational awareness, gloves (optional), seat belts Noise Engine, impact Wear hearing protection for noise level over 85db Hearing Protection Gloves (optional) 19
Hazard Analysis: Drum, 30-55 Gal (Handling) Eye Injury Splashes Goggles (for handling exposed chemicals) Trauma Impact Situational awareness, gloves Foot Injury Dropped object on foot Wear safety shoes Goggles Safety Shoes/boots Gloves 20
Hazard Analysis: Floor Jack, Hydraulic Foot Injury Roll jack over foot Wear safety shoes Trauma Overloading jack beyond rated capacity, using jack for support rather than just lifting Follow manufacturer s instructions. Ensure that rated load is legibly and permanently marked in a prominent location on jack, and rated capacity is not exceeded. Immediately support load once it is lifted. Safety Shoes/Boots 21
Hazard Analysis: Forklift Trauma Projectiles, impact, vibration, burns Situational awareness, gloves, switch guards Foot Injury Dropped object on foot Wear safety shoes Noise Engine, impact Wear hearing protection Eye Fluid splash when servicing Wear safety goggles Safety goggles Safety Shoes/boots Hearing Protection Gloves 22
Hazard Analysis: Framing Nail Gun, Impact Inhalation Exhausts only in well ventilated areas Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield or appropriate safety goggles Noise Machine operation Hearing protection Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Hand Injury Point of operation Situational awareness Fire Hot exhaust gases Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards Safety Glasses with side shields/safety Goggles Hearing Protection Safety Shoes/Boots 23
Hazard Analysis: Fuel Transfer Pump Eye Injury Fuel splashes Goggles Hand Injury Fire, Explosion Fuel contact in sub-zero weather Smoking, sparks, improper grounding and bonding Gloves No smoking or exposure to sparks or open flame during fueling. Fill stem shall be bonded to the container during filling operations by means of a bond wide. Appropriate placed fire extinguisher. Goggles Gloves 24
Hazard Analysis: Hand Held Pneumatic Tools Eye Injury Residual air pressure, flying debris Goggles/safety glasses with side shields, situational awareness Trauma Air pressure, ejection of tool Situational awareness, tool retainer Noise Equipment Operation hearing protection Safety Glasses with side shield/goggles Hearing Protection Gloves (optional) 25
Hazard Analysis: Hand Held Portable Power Tools Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation Appropriate natural ventilation, disposable respirators (if necessary), automatic vacuum machine Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield or appropriate safety goggles Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Hand Injury Point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips & sparks Machine guards, situational awareness Head Projectiles Face Shield Protection Fire Sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from machine area Noise Machine operation Hearing protection Electrical Shock Improper grounding, improper operations and maintenance Proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions strictly followed Protective Clothing (optional) Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shields Disposable Respirators (optional) Face shield, as appropriate Hearing Protection 26
Hazard Analysis: High Pressure Washer, Gasoline Powered Trauma Flying debris, contact with high pressure stream Situational awareness, protective clothing Hand Injury Flying debris, contact with high Situational awareness, gloves pressure stream Head Injury Flying debris Situational awareness, face shield, hard hat (as necessary) Foot Injury Drop object on foot, contact Wear safety shoes with high pressure stream Eye Injury Flying debris Goggles/safety glasses with side shields, face shield Electric Shock Improper operation and maintenance Manufacturer s instructions strictly followed Fire Smoking, sparks No smoking or exposure to sparks or open flame during fueling. Appropriate placed fire extinguisher. Noise Equipment Operation hearing protection Protective Clothing (optional) Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles Hard Hat (as necessary) Face shield Gloves Hearing Protection Apron (optional) 27
Hazard Analysis: Heat Gun Inhalation Fumes, vapors and gases generated during use Properly ventilated work area, use disposable respirators Burns Hot air, contact with heat gun Situational awareness, gloves Electrical Shock Improper operation & maintenance Manufacturer s instructions strictly followed, replace worn parts Gloves disposable Respirators (optional, if appropriate) 28
Hazard Analysis: Jack Stands, Manual Foot Injury Improper placement of load Situational awareness, wear safety shoes Trauma Overloading vehicle stand beyond rated capacity Follow manufacturer s instructions. Ensure that rated load is legibly and permanently marked in a prominent location on vehicle stand, and rated load capacity is not exceeded. Safety Shoes/Boots 29
Hazard Analysis: Jointer Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation Appropriate natural ventilation, disposable respirators (if needed), use vacuum unit Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shields Trauma Projectiles, rotating parts, points of operation, ingoing nip points, flying chips & sparks or appropriate safety goggles Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing, machine guards Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Hand Injury Point of Operations, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks Machine guards, situational awareness Fire Sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from machine area Electrical Shock Improper grounding, improper operation and maintenance Lockout/tagout, proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions followed Protective Clothing (optional) Safety Shoes/Boots (optional) Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Disposable Respirators (if needed) 30
Hazard Analysis: Jointer/Planer Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation Appropriate natural ventilation, disposable respirators (if needed), use vacuum unit Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield Trauma Projectiles, rotating parts, points of operation, ingoing nip points, flying chips & sparks or appropriate safety goggles Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing, machine guards Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Hand Injury Point of Operations, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks Machine guards, situational awareness Fire Sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from machine area Electrical Shock Improper grounding, improper operation and maintenance Lockout/tagout, proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions followed Protective Clothing (optional) Safety Shoes/Boots (optional) Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Disposable Respirators (if needed) 31
Hazard Analysis: Lifting/Carrying Objects Trauma Impact Situational awareness, gloves, back brace/belt (optional) Foot Injury Dropped object on foot Wear safety shoes/boots Safety Shoes/boots Gloves Back brace/belt (optional) 32
Hazard Analysis: Loft/Mezzanine/Roofing Operations Trauma Impact, falls Situational awareness, gloves, fall protection (restraint) Foot Injury Dropped object on foot Wear safety shoes Safety Shoes/boots Fall Protection (restraint) Gloves 33
Hazard Analysis: LP Gas Torch (14oz to 20oz Propane Cylinder) Inhalation Eye Injury Hazardous fumes, gases, dusts Projectiles, fumes, dusts, flashes Appropriate natural or mechanical ventilation, and disposable respirators, as required Goggles/safety glasses w/side shields, appropriate noncombustible or flameproof screens Trauma Projectiles, burns Situational awareness, gloves Foot Injury Equipment Operation Wear safety shoes Fire Heat, sparks, slag Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from area Safety Shoes/Boots Gloves Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shields disposable respirator (optional) protective Clothing (optional) 34
Hazard Analysis: Miter Saw Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation Appropriate natural ventilation, disposable respirators (if needed) Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield Trauma Projectiles, rotating parts, points of operation, ingoing nip points, flying chips & sparks or appropriate safety goggles Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing, machine guards Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Hand Injury Point of Operations, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks Machine guards, situational awareness Head Projectiles Face Shield (as necessary) Protection Fire Sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from machine area Electrical Shock Improper grounding, improper operation and maintenance Proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions strictly followed Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Face Shield (as necessary) Disposable Respirators (if needed) 35
Hazard Analysis: Pallet Jack & Dolly, Hydraulic Foot Injury Roll jack over foot Wear safety shoes Trauma Overloading jack beyond rated capacity, using jack for support rather than just lifting, sharp objects Follow manufacturer s instructions, gloves Safety Shoes/Boots Gloves 36
Hazard Analysis: Plate Compactor Eye Injury Projectiles, fumes, dusts Safety glasses w/side shields or goggles Trauma Projectiles, impact, vibration, burns Situational awareness, gloves, protective clothing, back brace/belt (optional), switch guards Foot Injury Dropped object on foot Wear safety shoes Noise Engine, impact Wear hearing protection Inhalation Dust Wear respirator or dust mask if needed Safety Glasses w/side shields or Goggles Safety Shoes/boots Hearing Protection Gloves protective Clothing (long pants) Respirator or dust mask (as needed) Back brace/belt (optional) 37
Hazard Analysis: Pneumatic Nail Gun Eye Injury Projectiles, residual air pressure, flying debris Safety glasses with side shields, situational awareness Trauma Air Pressure, ejection of tool Situational awareness, tool retainer Noise Equipment Operation hearing protection Foot Injury Drop object on foot Safety shoes Hand Injury Point of Operation Situational awareness Safety Glasses with side shields Hearing Protection Safety Shoes/ Boots 38
Hazard Analysis: Portable Generator, Gasoline Powered Inhalation Exhaust Appropriate ventilation Trauma Burns Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing Foot Injury Roll over foot, drop object on Wear safety shoes foot Fire Heat, sparks, slag Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from area Electrical Shock Improper operations and maintenance, improper switching device Strictly follow manufacturer s instructions, proper switching for starting up/ shutting down machine Leather Gloves Safety Shoes/ Boots 39
Hazard Analysis: Portable Heater, Electric Powered Trauma Burns Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing Foot Injury Roll over foot, drop object on Wear safety shoes foot Fire Heat, sparks, slag Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from area Electrical Shock Improper operations and maintenance, improper switching device Strictly follow manufacturer s instructions, proper switching for starting up/ shutting down machine Leather Gloves Safety Shoes/ Boots 40
Hazard Analysis: Portable Heater, Gasoline Powered Inhalation Exhaust Appropriate ventilation Trauma Burns Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing Foot Injury Roll over foot, drop object on Wear safety shoes foot Fire Heat, sparks, slag Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from area Electrical Shock Improper operations and maintenance, improper switching device Strictly follow manufacturer s instructions, proper switching for starting up/ shutting down machine Leather Gloves Safety Shoes/ Boots 41
Hazard Analysis: Power Hacksaw Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation, exhaust fumes Appropriate natural ventilation, respirators when needed Eye Injury Projectiles, burns Safety glasses with side shield or appropriate safety goggles Head Projectiles Face shield (as necessary) Protection Trauma Projectiles, point of operation, flying chips & sparks, improper use and operation Foot Injury Drop object on foot Safety shoes Hand Injury Point of operation, in-going nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing, machine guards, manufacturer s instructions strictly followed Machine guards, situational awareness Fire Sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from machine area Protective Clothing (optional) Safety Shoes/ Boots Goggles/Safety Glasses w/side shield Respirators (if needed) Face Shield (as necessary) 42
Hazard Analysis: Propane Torch (14oz to 20oz Propane Cylinder) Inhalation Eye Injury Hazardous fumes, gases, dusts Projectiles, fumes, dusts, flashes Appropriate natural or mechanical ventilation, and disposable respirators, as required Goggles, face shield, appropriate noncombustible or flame-proof screens Trauma Projectiles, burns Situational awareness, PPE Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Fire Heat, sparks, slag Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from area Gloves Safety Shoes/Boots Goggles/Safety Glasses Respirator (if needed) Protective Clothing (optional) 43
Hazard Analysis: Radial Arm Saw Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation Appropriate natural ventilation, respirators, automatic dust collector Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield Trauma Projectiles, rotating parts, point of operation, in-going nip points, flying chips & sparks or appropriate safety goggles Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing, machine guards Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Hand Injury Point of Operation, in-going nip points, rotating parts, flying chips & sparks Gloves, machine guards, situational awareness Head Projectiles Face Shield (optional) Protection Fire Sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from machine area Noise Machine operation Hearing protection Electrical Shock Improper grounding, improper operations and maintenance Proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions strictly followed Protective Clothing (optional) Safety Shoes/ Boots Safety Glasses w/side shields/goggles Respirators (when needed) Face Shield (optional) Gloves Hearing Protection 44
Hazard Analysis: Shop Vac(s) Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Electrical Shock Improper operations and maintenance, improper grounding Manufacturer s instructions strictly followed, proper grounding Eye Injury Flying debris Wear safety glasses w/side shields Noise Equipment Operation hearing protection PPE Required :( PPE required to be worn during the vacuuming task when it poses a specific hazard to the user) Safety Glasses with side shields Hearing Protection Safety Shoes/Boots 45
Hazard Analysis: Table Saw Inhalation Dust/particles generated during machine operation, exhaust fumes Appropriate natural ventilation, disposable respirators, automatic vacuum machine Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield Trauma Projectiles, rotating parts, point of operation, ingoing nip points, flying chips & sparks, loose clothing or appropriate safety goggles Situational awareness, PPE, protective clothing, machine guards, rolled up sleeves, appropriate clothing, remove jewelry Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Hand Injury Point of operation, in-going nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks, rings jewelry Gloves, machine guards, situational awareness, remove Head Projectiles Face Shield (optional) Protection Fire Sparks Appropriate placed fire extinguisher, remove all combustibles and fire hazards from machine area Electrical Shock Improper grounding, improper operations and maintenance Lockout/ tag out, proper grounding of frame, manufacturer s instructions strictly followed Safety Glasses w/side shields or Goggles Safety Shoes/ Boots Face Shield (optional) disposable Respirators 46
Hazard Analysis: Vise Eye Injury Projectiles Safety glasses with side shield or appropriate safety goggles Foot Injury Drop object on foot Wear safety shoes Hand Injury Impact, penetration, compression Gloves, situational awareness Goggles/ Safety Glasses w/ side shield Gloves Safety Shoes/Boots 47