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A warehouse risk assessment should be documented as a task-based assessment that identifies hazards by area, job step, hazard source, body part at risk, severity, probability, risk code, required controls, responsible person, and review date. A suitable method is to carry out a walk-through survey, break each job into steps, identify hazard types and sources, assign a risk priority code, implement controls, and certify the assessment. Employees should be involved in the process, and the assessment should be reviewed periodically and whenever tasks, equipment, or incidents change. [9] [12] [9]

  • Hazard identification: inspect each warehouse area for vehicle movement, manual handling, storage stability, slips/trips, fire risks, electrical hazards, poor lighting, noise, chemicals, and emergency access issues.
  • Task-based risk evaluation: assess receiving, unloading, palletizing, picking, packing, charging batteries, waste handling, cleaning, maintenance, and loading operations step by step.
  • Risk rating and action: use severity and probability to assign a risk code. High-risk tasks must stop until controlled; medium-risk tasks require prompt controls; low-risk tasks still need review against legal requirements.
  • Control measures: apply the hierarchy of controls first—elimination, substitution, engineering controls, safe systems of work, supervision, training, and then PPE.
  • Manual handling: reduce lifting by redesigning tasks, using pallet trucks, conveyors, lift tables, hoists, team lifts, weight limits, and training on stable loads and neutral postures.
  • Forklift and pedestrian segregation: provide marked walkways, physical barriers where practicable, one-way traffic systems, crossing points, speed limits, warning signage, lighting, horns, and trained authorized operators only.
  • Storage and racking safety: ensure racks are suitable for load, protected from impact, inspected routinely, damaged components taken out of service, loads kept stable, aisles clear, and heavier items stored lower where practicable.
  • Slips, trips, and falls: maintain housekeeping, remove debris, clean spills immediately, secure cables and mats, repair floor defects, improve lighting, and require slip-resistant footwear where needed.
  • Fire safety: maintain extinguishers and alarms, control ignition sources, manage flammables, keep exits and aisles clear, post evacuation routes, and train staff in alarm raising and evacuation.
  • Emergency procedures: establish emergency action and fire prevention plans, first-aid arrangements, spill response, evacuation assembly points, rescue contacts, and drills.
  • PPE: select PPE only after other controls are considered; typical warehouse PPE may include safety footwear, hi-vis clothing, gloves, eye protection, hearing protection, and task-specific respiratory protection.
  • Incident reporting and compliance: report injuries, near misses, property damage, and unsafe conditions promptly; investigate root causes; maintain OSHA injury records where required; and keep training, inspections, and hazard assessment documentation available.

[15] [6] [1] For manual handling, the assessment should identify lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, twisting, repetitive handling, and awkward postures. Controls should prioritize mechanical assistance and task redesign over reliance on technique alone. Where loads are heavy or unstable, use hoists, pallet jacks, lift tables, conveyors, or team handling, and set clear rules for maximum load size, route condition, and stacking stability. Manual handling risks should also consider slips and visibility while carrying loads. [15] [5] [14]

Forklift and pedestrian segregation is a critical warehouse control. The risk assessment should identify all vehicle routes, reversing areas, dock edges, blind corners, charging areas, and pedestrian crossings. Controls should include separate pedestrian walkways, barriers or guardrails where feasible, designated crossing points, mirrors at blind spots, traffic management rules, speed control, exclusion zones during loading, and pre-use checks for powered industrial trucks. Only trained and authorized operators should use forklifts, and pedestrians should wear high-visibility clothing where vehicle interaction exists. [12] [1] [15]

Storage and racking safety documentation should cover rack load limits, pallet condition, stacking methods, aisle widths, impact protection, inspection frequency, and defect reporting. The assessment should verify that materials are stored in an organized manner, that employees understand storage and placement rules, and that damaged racks, pallets, or guards are remedied immediately. Loads should not protrude into aisles, and unstable or damaged pallets should be removed from use. [2] [2] [1]

Slips, trips, and falls should be assessed in all aisles, docks, stairs, mezzanines, entrances, and outdoor loading areas. Common controls include housekeeping standards, immediate spill cleanup, floor maintenance, cable management, adequate lighting, marked changes in level, suitable footwear, and routine inspections. Conditions such as poor lighting, glare, shadows, bulky PPE, noise, clutter, loose mats, wet floors, and improper mounting or dismounting of equipment all increase risk and should be specifically addressed in the assessment. [3] [14] [14]

Fire safety and emergency procedures should be documented together. The warehouse assessment should confirm that alarms and extinguishers are available, exits are clearly marked and accessible, evacuation routes are maintained, and employees are trained in emergency response. Emergency arrangements should include alarm activation, evacuation, roll call, first aid, spill response, fire warden responsibilities, emergency contacts, and periodic drills. Battery charging, hot work, flammable storage, and waste accumulation should be included where relevant. [2] [2] [1] [1]

PPE requirements should be based on the hazard assessment and matched to the task. The documentation should state what PPE is required, where it is required, limitations, inspection and replacement rules, training records, and supervisory enforcement. In warehouses, common PPE includes safety footwear with slip-resistant soles, high-visibility garments around vehicles, gloves for handling materials, eye protection where there is flying debris or strap tension, hearing protection in noisy areas, and head protection where overhead hazards exist. PPE must not be the first or only control where engineering or administrative controls are feasible. [10] [10] [13] [7]

Incident reporting and legal compliance should require prompt reporting of injuries, near misses, unsafe conditions, equipment damage, racking strikes, spills, and fires. Investigations should identify immediate and root causes, corrective actions, responsible persons, and completion dates. For OSHA-aligned compliance, maintain required injury and illness records, including the OSHA 300 log and 300A summary where applicable, and ensure hazard assessments, PPE training, inspections, and emergency procedures are documented and available. For HSE-style compliance, the same principles apply: suitable and sufficient risk assessment, preventive and protective measures, employee information and training, consultation, monitoring, and periodic review. [1] [1] [11]

  • Warehouse/activity covered and assessment date.
  • Assessor name, competent reviewer, and approval/sign-off.
  • Area/task/step being assessed.
  • Hazard type, hazard source, persons at risk, and existing controls.
  • Severity, probability, and risk code.
  • Further controls required using the hierarchy of controls.
  • PPE required, issue arrangements, training, inspection, and replacement.
  • Emergency arrangements relevant to the task or area.
  • Inspection frequencies for racking, forklifts, fire equipment, exits, and housekeeping.
  • Incident and near-miss reporting route.
  • Legal references used by the site, including OSHA requirements and applicable HSE duties.
  • Review trigger dates: after incidents, layout changes, new equipment, new substances, or process changes.

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[1] Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls

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WORK SAFE KENTUCKY Free safety resources provided by KEMI HOME SAFETY RESOURCES SAFETY TRAINING SAFETY BLOG ABOUT KEMI CONTACT US O # Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls ## Print a Sign-In Sheet | Spanish Version • According to the U.S. Department of Labor, slips, trips, and falls are the most common occupational accidents. • Many falls can be prevented with general safety precautions. • The two main causes of slips, trips, and falls are environmental conditions and human factors. CAUTION A FLOOR - • A slip occurs when there is too little traction, or friction, between the shoe and walking surface. • A trip occurs when a person's foot contacts an object in the way or drops to a lower level unexpectedly, causing the person to be thrown off-balance. • A fall occurs when a person is too far off-balance. ## The main causes of slips include: • Spills of liquids and other debris, such as mud, water, grease, oil, sawdust, powders, etc. • Highly-polished or freshly-waxed floors. • Transitioning from one surface another, such as walking from a carpeted surface to a smooth surface like tile. • Sloped walking surfaces. • Loose floor tiles, loose or unanchored floor mats, and loose floor covers. • Wet, muddy, or inappropriate footwear. • Environmental factors, such as rain, snow, and frost. • Mounting and dismounting equipment improperly. • Climbing ladders with wet, muddy, or greasy shoes. • Mark swinging doors with "in" and "out" signage. ## The main causes of trips include: • Uncovered cables, wires, or extension cords. • Cluttered walkways. - Open cabinets and desk drawers. • Changes in elevation, such as unmarked steps. • Damaged or nonuniform steps and ladders. Other conditions and factors that may contribute to slips, trips, and falls include: • Poor lighting. • Use of bulky equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE). • Improper material handling techniques. • Loud noise or distractions. • Medication or drug and alcohol effects. …

[2] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Guide

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# Option 2 # Job Hazard Analysis Assessment for PPE Use with WAC [redacted identifier] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) The Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) approach to doing a hazard assessment for PPE is a more comprehensive method and may be more useful in larger businesses with many hazards and/or complex safety issues. It also helps you assign a Risk Priority Code to the hazard to determine the course of actions you need to take to control the hazard. Follow the instructions as you conduct your hazard assessment and fill in the hazard assessment form. You can make copies of the form or customize it to fit the needs of your work place. For more detailed explanations of the instructions and guidance on doing the hazard assessment, including completed sample forms, see the "Additional Guidelines on Conducting a JHA Hazard Assessment for PPE," pages 25-30). This tool can also serve as written certification that you have done a hazard assessment as required by WAC 296-800-[redacted postal code] Document your hazard assessment for PPE. Make sure that the blank fields at the bottom of the form (indicated by *) are filled out. *Name of your work place *Address of the work place where you are doing the hazard assessment *Name of person certifying that a workplace hazard assessment was done *Date the hazard assessment was done 24 21 21

[3] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Checklist

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# Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Checklist (cont.) <table><tr><th>52. Are Class B hats worn in situations with electrical hazards?</th><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr><tr><td>Foot Protection (N/A )</td><td>Yes</td><td>No</td><td>Comments</td></tr><tr><td>53. Has the proper foot protection been selected and are employees required to use it when exposed to any of the following: Falling objects Punctures Crushing or rolling objects Stubbing Chemical or corrosive contact Electrical shock or burns Slips or falls</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>54. Is protective footwear sturdy with nonskid soles?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>55. Is steel-toed or non-metallic safety-toed footwear required to resist impact?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>56. In areas where there is risk for a puncture type injury, do shoes have flexible metal soles or inner shoes?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>57. Do employees wear the proper protective footwear when working in areas that have electrical hazards?</td><td>பப</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>58. Are employees wearing footwear with slip- resistant soles when working in wet or slippery areas?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>59. Are employees who work in areas that have a risk of chemical or corrosive exposures wearing the appropriate chemical-resistant boots?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>60. Is damaged, defective or worn foot protection properly discarded and replaced?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Hand Protection (N/A )</td><td>Yes</td><td>No</td><td>Comments</td></tr><tr><td>61. Has the proper hand protection been selected and are employees required to use it when exposed to any of the following: Skin absorption of harmful substances Sever cuts/lacerations Sever abrasions Punctures - Thermal and chemical burns Temperature extremes Corrosive liquids Blood and other potentially infectious materials</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr></tabl…

[4] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Guide

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# Option 2 SAMPLE 2 Job Hazard Analysis for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Assessment Job/task: Lathe operator Location: Lathe room <table><tr><th>Job/Task Step</th><th>Hazard Type</th><th>Hazard Source</th><th>Body Parts At Risk</th><th>Severity</th><th>Probability</th><th>Risk Code</th><th>Control Method*</th></tr><tr><td>Pick up stock</td><td>Cuts</td><td>Sharp metal</td><td>hands</td><td>III</td><td>C</td><td>2</td><td>Leather gloves while handling</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Sprain</td><td>Heavy metal</td><td>back</td><td>II</td><td>C</td><td>2</td><td>Hoist for heavy items</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Crush</td><td>Heavy metal</td><td>feet</td><td>II</td><td>C</td><td>N</td><td>Steel Toed Shoes</td></tr><tr><td>Run Lathe</td><td>Impact</td><td>Revolving chuck</td><td>hands</td><td>II</td><td>C</td><td>N</td><td>Chuck guard</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Impact</td><td>Metal Chips</td><td>face, eyes, hands</td><td>II</td><td>B</td><td>1</td><td>Safety Glasses, face shield, coveralls</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Chemical</td><td>Coolant/Lube</td><td>hands</td><td>III</td><td>C</td><td>z N</td><td>Switch to non-irritating mixture</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Repetitive Motion</td><td>Frequent control adjust</td><td>hands</td><td>II</td><td>D</td><td>3</td><td>Periodic rest breaks, vary task duties</td></tr><tr><td>Remove stock</td><td>(Same as</td><td>Pick up</td><td>stock)</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><…

[5] TOGETHER WITH TOSHA newsletter: Highway Work Zones and Signs, Signals, and Barricades

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# Volunteer STAR News update (cont.) Click any image to visit website Tennessee Safety & Health Conference Aug 14-16, 2023 Form 300A Posting Employers must post summary of injuries and illnesses recorded for year 2022 (February to April 30). Small Business Safety and Health Handbook OSHA CDC and Health Administration NIOSH # 2022 August - December TOSHA Seminar Schedule Basic Safety and Health - This full day class will review Exit Routes, Emergency Action and Fire Preventions Plans; Machine Guarding, Lockout/Tag-out, Hazard Communication, Personal Protective Equipment, and Respiratory Protection. 11/02-Jackson - TCCI 11/10 Chattanooga - TCCI 12/08-Murfreesboro - TCCI Basic Safety for Utilities - This full day class will review confined spaces, trenching & excavation, personal protective equipment (PPE), walking working surfaces, lockout/tag-out (LOTO), electrical, & the most cited standards in utilities 09/07 Jackson-TAUD 09/27-Murfreesboro - TAUD Health Hazards in Industry - The full day course covers common health hazards that are encountered in the workplace including chemical, biological, physical hazards. Topics include bloodborne pathogen, hazard communication, personal protective equipment, respiratory protection, noise, & TOSHA's most cited standards. 09/28-Murfreesboro - TAUD Forklift and Warehouse Safety - This full day class will cover the hazards and injuries likely to occur in warehousing and storage operations, including encounters with powered industrial trucks, material handling, lifting, hazard communication, walking and working surfaces, and life safety including fire protection and evacuation. This course is intended for warehouse workers, supervisors, and employers responsible for developing safe work practices and procedures in a warehouse setting. 09/20 Murfreesboro - TCCI 09/22-Jackson - TCCI 09/28 - Knoxville - TCCI 10/26-Chattanooga - TCCI TN Department of Labor & Workforce Development TOSHA Maintenance Related Standards -…

[6] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Guide

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# Option 2 # Additional Guidelines for Conducting a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Assessment for PPE 1. Do a walk through survey - identify sources of hazards 2. Analyze the Hazards (p. 25) 3. Take Action on the Assessment (p. 27) 4. Select PPE (p. 28) 5. Certify the Hazard Assessment (p. 28) Example completed forms (p. 29) 1. Do a walk through survey - identify sources of hazards: Walk through each area of the work place and note the presence of any existing as well as potential hazards. Also note general conditions in the area for hazards such as inadequate lighting, noise, tripping hazards, forklift traffic, etc. Write down each hazard, where it occurs, what causes it (hazard source), and the body part at risk on the Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) form, which you can use to assess your PPE needs. At this step, you are trying to gather as much information as you can. (Note all observed hazards. Noisy environments or those that may require respirators must be evaluated with appropriate test equipment to quantify the exposure level when overexposure is suspected.) a. Look at all steps of a job. Most jobs can be broken down into steps. List each step in the first column of the form in order as you watch the employee do the job. Be sure to record enough information to describe the step. However, only break the job down into the number of steps that are useful for identifying hazards and training employees. With practice you will get a sense of how far to break the job down. Go over the job steps with the employee. Ask the employee if there are any variations in the job that are infrequently done and that you might have missed during your observation. b. After you list all the job steps, go back and look at each step for hazards or potential hazards, their sources, and the body parts at risk. List them in the next three columns opposite the step. For purposes of the assessment, assume that no personal protective equipment is being worn - even if the worker is we…

[7] Slips, Trips, and Falls - Module 1

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# Other Conditions Increasing the Risk of Slips And Trips - Conditions and situations that make it difficult to see potential hazards or that distract your attention can contribute toward a slip or trip. Can you see the worker on the stairs? - poor lighting ◉ glare ■ shadows • bulky or awkward personal protective equipment (PPE) . excessive noise, temperature Washington State Department of Labor & Industries 17

[8] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Guide

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# TABLE OF CONTENTS (If viewing this pdf document on the computer, you can place the cursor over the section headings below until a hand appears and then click. You can also use the Adobe Acrobat Navigation Pane to jump directly to the sections.) <table><tr><th></th><th>How To Use This Guide...</th><th>4</th></tr><tr><td>A.</td><td>Introduction</td><td>.6</td></tr><tr><td>B.</td><td>What you are required to do.</td><td>8</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>1. Do a Hazard Assessment for PPE and document it</td><td>8</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>2. Select and provide appropriate PPE to your employees..</td><td>10</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>3. Provide training to your employees and document it.</td><td>11</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>4. Make sure your employees use their PPE properly.</td><td>12</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>5. Make sure PPE is in safe and good condition</td><td>12</td></tr><tr><td>C.</td><td>Resources</td><td>.14</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Tools/Forms: Checklists and forms you can use to help you</td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td>comply with PPE requirements.</td><td>15</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Guidelines for complying with PPE requirements.</td><td>5672 16</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Hazard Assessment For PPE.</td><td>17</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Job Hazard Analysis Assessment for PPE.</td><td>21</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>- Additional Guidelines for Conducting a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Assessment for PPE...</td><td>.25</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Personal Protective Equipment Training Certification Form</td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Personal Protective Equipment Training Quiz.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Sample PPE Policies</td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Recognizing and Controlling Hazards</td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td>What is a hazard?.</td><td>35</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>How do you control hazards?</td><td>38</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Engineering Controls.</td><td>38</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>- Work Practice Controls</td><td>39</td></tr><tr><td><…

[9] Job Hazard Analysis- Safety Checklist

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# Job Hazard Analysis- Safety Checklist <table><tr><th>Equipment and Conditions of Work Area</th><th>Yes</th><th>No</th><th>N/A</th><th>Comments</th></tr><tr><td>1. Are tools, machines, and equipment in good repair?</td><td></td><td>ㅁㅁ</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>2. Are machines guards in place and operating properly?</td><td></td><td>ㅁㅁㅁ</td><td>ㅁㅁㅁ</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>3. Are fire alarms and portable extinguishers readily available?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>4. Is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) available, properly maintained, and properly used?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>5. Are emergency exits clearly marked and accessible?</td><td>ㅁ</td><td> </td><td> </td><td></td></tr><tr><td>6. Is lighting adequate?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>7. Is the area adequately ventilated?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>8. Do noise levels allow clear communication?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>9. Are any live electrical wires exposed?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>10. Do materials left on the floor present trip hazards?</td><td></td><td> </td><td> </td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Identify Potential Performance Hazards</td><td>Yes</td><td>No ₤</td><td>N/A</td><td>Comments</td></tr><tr><td>11. Are there any risk of injuries from machine parts or exposures?</td><td>ㅁㅁㅁㅁㅁ:ㅁㅁ</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>12. Are there procedures to follow when shutting down equipment?</td><td></td><td> </td><td> </td><td></td></tr><tr><td>13. Are all employees aware of storage, organization, and placement of parts, tools, etc?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>14. Are employees aware of hazards (dust, chemicals, heat, excessive noise, etc..) that may be created by the job?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Identify Solutions to Hazards</td><td>Yes</td><td>No</td><td>N/A</td><td>Comments</td></tr><tr…

[10] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Guide

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# Option 2 # Job Hazard Analysis for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Assessment Job/Task: Location: <table><tr><th>Job/Task Step</th><th>Hazard Type</th><th>Hazard Source</th><th>Body Parts At Risk</th><th>Severity</th><th>Probability</th><th>Risk Code</th><th>Control Method¹</th></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr></table> (1) Note: Engineering, work practice, and/or administrative hazard controls such as guarding must be used, if feasible, before requiring employees to use personal protective equipment. Certification of Assessment *Name of work place: <empty> *Address: <empty> *Assessment Conducted By: <empty> Title: <empty> *Date(s) of Assessment: <empty> Implementation of Controls Approved By: <empty> Title: <empty> Date: <empty> Page 24 24 24

[11] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Guide

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# Option 2 ## Job Hazard Analysis Assessment for PPE: Instructions 1. - Conduct a walk through survey of your business. For each job/task step, note the presence of any of the following hazard types (see table below) their sources, and the body parts at risk. Fill out the left side of the hazard assessment form (for help, see samples on p.29-30). Gather all the information you can. • Look at all steps of a job and ask the employee if there are any variations in the job that are infrequently done and that might have missed during your observation. you • - For purposes of the assessment, assume that no PPE is being worn by the affected employees even though they may actually be wearing what they need to do the job safely. - Note all observed hazards. This list does not cover all possible hazards that employees may face or for which personal protective equipment may be required. Noisy environments or those which may require respirators must be evaluated with appropriate test equipment to quantify the exposure level when overexposure is suspected. <table><tr><th>Hazard Type</th><th>General Description of Hazard Type</th></tr><tr><td>Impact</td><td>Person can strike an object or be struck by a moving or flying or falling object.</td></tr><tr><td>Penetration</td><td>Person can strike, be struck by, or fall upon an object or tool that would break the skin.</td></tr><tr><td>Crush or pinch</td><td>An object(s) or machine may crush or pinch a body or body part.</td></tr><tr><td>Harmful Dust</td><td>Presence of dust that may cause irritation, or breathing or vision difficulty. May also have ignition potential.</td></tr><tr><td>Chemical</td><td>Exposure from spills, splashing, or other contact with chemical substances or harmful dusts that could cause illness, irritation, burns, asphyxiation, breathing or vision difficulty, or other toxic health effects. May also have ignition potential.</td></tr><tr><td>Heat</td><td>Exposure to radiant heat sources, splashes or spills…

[12] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Checklist

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# Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Checklist <table><tr><th>General PPE Requirements</th><th>Yes</th><th>No</th><th>Comments</th></tr><tr><td>1. Has a hazard assessment to identify and control physical and health hazards been completed? If not, perform a hazard assessment.</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>2. Have engineering and/or administrative controls been applied prior to the use of PPE? If not, apply them first if applicable and appropriate.</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>3. Has appropriate PPE that matches the hazard been identified and provided to employees for use?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>4. Has the effectiveness of the PPE program been reviewed, updated and evaluated periodically?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>5. Have employees been trained on the use and care of the PPE?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>6. Have employees been trained on the limitations of the PPE?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>7. Is the PPE training documented and kept on file?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>8. Are supervisors enforcing the use of required PPE?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>9. Is PPE inspected regularly and properly maintained?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>10. Is worn and damaged PPE removed from service and replaced?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>11. When the following type of PPE is necessary, is the employer providing and paying for the PPE as stated by the OSHA standard 1910.132? Metatarsal foot protection - Rubber boots with steel toes Non-specialty-toe footwear (i.e. steel toe shoes/boots) if the employer does not permit it to be worn off the job site Non-prescriptive eye protection Prescriptive eyewear inserts/lenses for full face respirators Goggles and face shields Firefighting PPE (i.e. helmet, boots, gloves, full gear, proximity suits, etc.) Hard hats Hearing protection Welding PPE</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr></t…

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# B. What you are required to do (cont.) ## 1. Do a Hazard Assessment for PPE and document it (cont.) The table below lists two suggested approaches/methods that you can take to fulfill this requirement: <table><tr><th>Method</th><th>Tool</th><th>This tool helps you:</th><th>Advantage</th><th>Disadvantage</th></tr><tr><td>Hazard Assessment for PPE</td><td>Checklist (see p. 17)</td><td>-Identify hazards by the body parts affected</td><td>-Good for retail and non-manufacturing businesses with few hazards</td><td>-Not very detailed -May not be adequate for a manufacturing site</td></tr><tr><td>Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Hazard Assessment for PPE</td><td>Chart (see p. 21)</td><td>-Break down the job into tasks or steps -Identify hazard types and sources -Assign a risk priority code to determine what action to take</td><td>-Good for detailed analysis of hazards associated with a job or task -Provides a description of how to do the job*</td><td>-Requires more resources and time</td></tr></table> *This can also be useful for • Training new workers on the job procedures • Accident investigations • American Disabilities Act (ADA) determination of reasonable accommodation Whichever method you use to do the hazard assessment - either one of the above or your own method – involve the employees throughout the process: review the job steps, discuss potential hazards, and recommend solutions together. They are the most familiar with their jobs and their work area, and can provide information about their job that you may not necessarily see when you observe them at work. They may have ideas or have already worked out some practical solutions, and will be more likely to accept and adhere to changes in policies and procedures if they are involved in the decision-making process. Document (either on paper or electronically, as long as it is available to safety and health personnel from the Department of Labor and Industries) that the PPE hazard assessment has been done with…

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# Option 2 <table><tr><th colspan="7">Job Hazard Analysis Matrix</th></tr><tr><td colspan="2">Severity of Injury</td><td colspan="5">Probability of an Accident Occurring</td></tr><tr><td>Level</td><td>Description</td><td>A Frequent</td><td>B Several Times</td><td>C Occasional</td><td>D Possible</td><td>E Extremely Improbable</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Fatal or Permanent Disability</td><td>1</td><td></td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Severe Illness or Injury</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>III</td><td>Minor Injury or illness</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>2-3</td><td>3</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>IV</td><td>No Injury or illness</td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>3</td></tr></table> c. Assign a RISK PRIORITY CODE (1, 2, or 3) to the task step based upon the severity and probability assessments on the matrix. For example, a Severity of "III" and a Probability of "B" gives a Risk Code of "2" (look at where they intersect). ## 3. Take Action on the Assessment: <table><tr><th colspan="3">Risk Priority</th></tr><tr><td>Risk Code</td><td>Risk Level</td><td>Action Required</td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td>High</td><td>Stop work activities immediately until hazard can be eliminated, controlled, or reduced to a lower level.</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Medium</td><td>Job hazards are unacceptable and must be controlled by engineering, work practice, administrative, and/or PPE methods as soon as possible.</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Low</td><td>No real or significant hazard exists. Controls are not required but may increase employees' comfort level.</td></tr></table> If the risk priority code is • LOW (3) for a task step then it requires no further action. Note: If you assign a risk code of 3, be sure that there isn't a WISHA standard that requires specific protection be provided. For example: WAC 296-24- [redacted postal code] requires personal protective equipment when using compressed air for cleaning. • MEDIUM (2…

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# Option 1 # Hazard Assessment For PPE Use with WAC [redacted identifier] Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) This tool can help you do a hazard assessment to see if your employees need to use personal protective equipment (PPE) by identifying activities that may create hazards for your employees. The activities are grouped according to what part of the body might need PPE. You can make copies, modify and customize it to fit the specific needs of your particular work place, or develop your own form that is appropriate to your work environment. This tool can also serve as written certification that you have done a hazard assessment as required by WAC 296-800-[redacted postal code] Document your hazard assessment for PPE. Make sure that the blank fields at the beginning of the checklist (indicated by *) are filled out (see below, Instructions #4). ## Instructions: 1. Do a walk through survey of each work area and job/task. Read through the list of work activities in the first column, putting a check next to the activities performed in that work area or job. 2. Read through the list of hazards in the second column, putting a check next to the hazards to which employees may be exposed while performing the work activities or while present in the work area. (for e.g., work activity: chopping wood; work-related exposure: flying particles). 3. Decide how you are going to control the hazards. Try considering engineering, work place, and/or administrative controls to eliminate or reduce the hazards before resorting to using PPE. If the hazard cannot be eliminated without using PPE, indicate which type(s) of PPE will be required to protect your employee from the hazard. 4. Make sure that you complete the following fields on the form (indicated by *) to certify that a hazard assessment was done: *Name of your work place *Address of the work place where you are doing the hazard assessment *Name of person certifying that a workplace hazard assessment was done *Da…

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