What should be on a job safety analysis for driving
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Published by SALUSA Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for driving should address key hazards and controls to ensure safe operation. Here's what to consider:
- Vehicle Condition: Regular inspection of vehicle components such as lights, mirrors, and backup alarms is essential 5, 8, 19, 20. Any defects should be reported and corrected immediately [1].
- Traffic Safety: If driving involves potential risks from other vehicles, implement a traffic control plan that includes warning signs, barriers, and designated signallers where necessary 3, 13.
- Visibility: Ensure clear visibility by maintaining functional windshield wipers and mirrors 16, 19, 20. For vehicles with obstructed rear views, use backup alarms, cameras, or spotters 5, 14.
- Load Safety: Secure vehicle loads properly to prevent shifting during transit 4, 18.
- Environmental Conditions: Consider hazards posed by weather conditions. Ensure vehicles have adequate lighting for the job conditions [2] and require headlights to be turned on at all times [3].
- Rollover Protection: If the vehicle is prone to rollovers, ensure it is equipped with a rollover protective structure (ROPS) and that seatbelts are worn 5, 12.
- Refueling: Establish safe refueling practices, including prohibiting smoking and eliminating ignition sources within 7.5 meters of the vehicle during refueling [4].
- Training and Licensing: Ensure all drivers are properly trained and licensed to operate the vehicles [1].
- Specific Site Hazards: Identify any unique hazards specific to the work site, such as narrow roads or the presence of workers on foot, and implement appropriate controls 3, 8.
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[1] Rules for the Administration of the Oregon Safe Employment Act (General Occupational Safety and Health, Division 2, OSHA Oregon)
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Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division - (c) Vehicle tailboards must not project outboard of the vehicle sides or fenders and must be designed to provide safe footing. - (d) Exhaust systems must be installed and properly maintained, and must be designed to minimize the exposure of exhaust gases by employees. - (e) The loaded gross weight and empty height of the vehicle must be posted in the vehicle such that it can be clearly read by the driver. - (f) Roll-over protective structures (ROPS) must be provided, installed and maintained on all open top off-road vehicles. - (g) Vehicles with an obstructed view to the rear of the vehicle when backing must be equipped or provided with: - (A) An automatic back-up alarm that must sound when backing and can be heard over the surrounding noise; - (B) A video camera that provides the driver a full and clear view of the path of travel behind the vehicle; or - (C) A spotter who stands to the rear of the vehicle, is visible to the driver in the driver-side mirror and uses unassisted voice communication, portable radio communication or hand signal communication to guide the driver while backing. ## (25) Fire Apparatus Operation. - (a) Employees must be trained in the safe operation of each type of vehicle they are authorized to drive. - (b) The employer must not allow an employee to drive a vehicle on a public highway or road unless they have a valid driver's license. - (c) Any item found that may affect the safe operation of a vehicle must be reported immediately to the officer in charge or other appropriate person. - (d) Employees must not drive or ride in any vehicle known to be unsafe. - (e) Employees being transported by fire department vehicles must ride in designated seat-belted or safety-harnessed positions. - (f) The employer must not allow employees to ride on tailboards, tail steps or running boards. - (g) Vehicles must come to a full stop before employees disembark.
[2] Occupational Health and Safety Code
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525 (4) The traffic control system under subsection (2) must require vehicles to operate with their headlights turned on at all times.
[3] CAT CS10 GC, CS11 GC, CS12 GC Vibratory Soil Compactor Operation and Maintenance Manual
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## Before Starting Engine SMCS Code: 1000; 7000 Make sure that the steering frame lock pin is stored in the UNLOCKED position. The steering frame lock pin must be unlocked to steer the machine. Start the engine only from the operator compartment. Never short across the starter terminals or across the batteries. Shorting could damage the electrical system by bypassing the engine neutral start system. Inspect the condition of the seat belt and of the mounting hardware. Replace any parts that are worn or damaged. Regardless of appearance, replace the seat belt after 3 years of use. Do not use a seat belt extension on a retractable seat belt. Make sure that the machine is equipped with a lighting system that is adequate for the job conditions. Make sure that all machine lights are working properly. Before you start the engine and before you move the machine, make sure that no one is underneath the machine, around the machine, or on the machine. Make sure that the area is free of personnel. i07225753 ## Engine Starting SMCS Code: 1000; 7000 Illustration 26 <!-- image --> Do not start the engine or move any controls if there is a 'Do Not Operate' or similar warning tag attached to the start switch or controls. Before you start the engine, check for the presence of bystanders or maintenance personnel. Ensure that all personnel are clear of the machine. Briefly sound the forward horn before you start the engine. Move the parking brake switch to the ' ON position, ' and the propel lever into the NEUTRAL position. i07475169 Start the engine and operate the engine in a well ventilated area. In an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the outside. i01361940 ## Before Operation SMCS Code: 7000 Clear all personnel from the machine and from the area. Clear all obstacles that are in the path of the machine. Beware of hazards such as wires, ditches, etc. Make sure that the machine horn, the backup alarm (if equipped) and all other warning devices are working prope…
[4] Occupational Health and Safety Code
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## Hazardous loads 277 (1) An employer must ensure that workers are not servicing or maintaining a vehicle while flammable, combustible or explosive materials are - (a) being loaded into or unloaded from the vehicle, or - (b) in the vehicle, other than in the vehicle's fuel tank or a portable fuel tank that is approved to the appropriate ULC standard for that tank. 277 (2) For the purposes of subsection (1), servicing and maintaining a vehicle does not include checking or topping up fluid levels or air pressure. 277 (3) A worker must not service or maintain a vehicle in contravention of subsection (1). ## Tank trucks 278 (1) The operator must ensure that a tank truck containing flammable, combustible or explosive materials is bonded and grounded while - (a) its loading lines are connected or disconnected, and - (b) the contents of the tank truck are being transferred. ## 278 (1.1) , (1.2) Repealed. 278 (2) Section 277 does not apply to a commercial tank truck designed to transport flammable, combustible or explosive materials. ## Refuelling 279 (1) An employer must ensure that a worker does not - (a) smoke within 7.5 metres of a vehicle while it is being refuelled, - (b) refuel a vehicle when there is a source of ignition within 7.5 metres of that vehicle, or - (c) dispense flammable fuels into the fuel tank of a motor vehicle or watercraft while its engine is running. ## 279 (2) A person must not - (a) smoke within 7.5 metres of a vehicle while it is being refuelled, - (b) refuel a vehicle when there is a source of ignition within 7.5 metres of that vehicle, or - (c) dispense flammable fuels into the fuel tank of a motor vehicle or watercraft while its engine is running. 279 (3) An employer must ensure that a worker dispensing flammable fuel - (a) takes precautions to prevent the fuel from overflowing or spilling, - (b) does not knowingly overfill the fuel system, and - (c) does not use an object or device that is not an integral part of the hose no…
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