Job Safety Analysis
James Carter / 15 Mar 2023 Complete
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Site SC Construction Area
Conducted on 15.03.2023 07:30 PST
Googs Track, Yumbarra SA
Location
5690, Australia
Prepared by James Carter
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Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
Job Task Being Assessed
Job description
Scaffold Installation
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Has high accident frequency
List employees being observed during JSA
- Robert Matthews
- Allan Bell
- Tim Greyson
Tasks, Hazards and Preventive Measures
1) Break a job down into smaller tasks and observe a worker performing it
2) Click + to add a "Job Step" and fill in the relevant information
3) Identify the potential hazards for each task
4) Determine preventive measures and controls to overcome these hazards
Job Step
Job Step 1
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Set the scaffold by obtaining mud sills or base plates. Build the base.
Potential risk or hazard identified while task is being Mechanical (Mechanical Failure,
performed (select all that apply) Stuck between objects)
Rate risk/ hazard before control measures Low Risk
Take a photo of step/ activity (Optional)
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Hazard Control Measures Engineering Controls
Administrative Controls
Personal Protective Equipment
Engineering Controls
Check location for the condition of ground, obstructions, overhead wires and tie-in problems
Administrative Controls
Ensure that the transom are tightly inserted to the lowest V connectors.
Attach ledgers when holding standards in place.
Personal Protective Equipment
Use protective hand and footwear
Job Step 2
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Attach casters and lock them
Ergonomics (Strain, Sprains,
Potential risk or hazard identified while task is being Human Error)
performed (select all that apply)
Mechanical (Mechanical Failure,
Stuck between objects)
Rate risk/ hazard before control measures Moderate Risk
Hazard Control Measures Administrative Controls
Personal Protective Equipment
Administrative Controls
Conduct daily inspections of casters. It is very important to check if they are properly locked to
avoid falls and slips.
Personal Protective Equipment
Use protective hand and footwear
Job Step 3
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Assemble the frames of the scaffold
Mechanical (Mechanical Failure,
Potential risk or hazard identified while task is being Stuck between objects)
performed (select all that apply)
Struck by Objects
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Rate risk/ hazard before control measures Moderate Risk
Take a photo of step/ activity (Optional)
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Hazard Control Measures Administrative Controls
Personal Protective Equipment
Administrative Controls
Secure the frames by attaching them properly to the cross braces.
Check the dimensions if accurate.
Check if there are damages on the components of the equipment used like bent wedges.
Personal Protective Equipment
Use hard hats
Job Step 4
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Move scaffold into the correct position
Potential risk or hazard identified while task is being Ergonomics (Strain, Sprains,
performed (select all that apply) Human Error)
Rate risk/ hazard before control measures Low Risk
Take a photo of step/ activity (Optional)
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Hazard Control Measures Administrative Controls
Administrative Controls
Ensure to move the scaffold with the right distance from the building.
If a bay needs to be moved, use a lever to adjust the structure rather than manually doing it.
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Job Step 5
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Fasten the planks into place
Ergonomics (Strain, Sprains,
Potential risk or hazard identified while task is being Human Error)
performed (select all that apply)
Mechanical (Mechanical Failure,
Stuck between objects)
Rate risk/ hazard before control measures Moderate Risk
Hazard Control Measures Personal Protective Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment
Use protective clothing and equipment
Job Step 6
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Set up the ladders
Potential risk or hazard identified while task is being Fall (Slip, Trip)
performed (select all that apply)
Mechanical (Mechanical Failure,
Stuck between objects)
Rate risk/ hazard before control measures Moderate Risk
Take a photo of step/ activity (Optional)
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Hazard Control Measures Administrative Controls
Administrative Controls
Secure the access to the scaffold by using ladders that are designed for a specific scaffold. For
stair-like ladders, it must have treading.
Job Step 7
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Put guardrails in place
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Potential risk or hazard identified while task is being
Fall (Slip, Trip)
performed (select all that apply)
Rate risk/ hazard before control measures High Risk
Take a photo of step/ activity (Optional)
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Hazard Control Measures Administrative Controls
Personal Protective Equipment
Administrative Controls
Ensure that the main run and return are accurately tied up.
Conduct a fall protection equipment inspection.
Personal Protective Equipment
Use harness and visibility vests.
Check the condition of the safety strap. It should not be damaged not cut fibers are visiblle.
Job Step 8
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Check the scaffold and install handrails
Potential risk or hazard identified while task is being Mechanical (Mechanical Failure,
performed (select all that apply) Stuck between objects)
Rate risk/ hazard before control measures Moderate Risk
Take a photo of step/ activity (Optional)
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Hazard Control Measures Administrative Controls
Administrative Controls
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Make an inspection to make sure that all pieces are safe and secured. Also conduct a quick check
before leaving the site.
Recommendation from Health and Safety
Committee
Recommendations
1. Make sure that all equipment are all in good condition.
2. Do not mix frames from different manufacturers.
3. Do not use use concrete blocks or bricks as substitute for a proper base plates.
4. Never use ladders to increase height of scaffold.
5. Use proper equipment for guardrails and not the cross-braces.
6. Do not use frames when climbing to platforms.
7. Measure proper distance from the building where the scaffold is placed.
8. Check if the components are installed accurately and tightly.
9. The use of safety clothing and fall protection equipment must be observed to reduce risks of
falling injuries.
10. Use buddy-up system.
Completion
Full Name and Signature of Inspector
James Carter
15.03.2023 08:32 PST
Full Name and Signature of Health and Safety Committee
Member
Katherine Watson
15.03.2023 08:33 PST
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Appendix
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