Safe Job Procedure / Task Hazard Assessment

STARKS PLUMBING, HEATING THA # 003

& ELECTRICAL Assessment made by: Brian Schlachter

Job/Task: Install Wall Plugs, Switches &
Miscellaneous Devices
Tools/Equipment Required:
Volt meter, screwdrivers, strippers, knife
PROBABILITY
1. Extremely Remote: Unlikely to occur
2. Remote: Could occur at some point
3. Reasonably Probable: Likely to occur eventually
4. Probable: Likely to occur immediately or soon
Task Performed by: Electrician – Journeymen, Apprentices Date: June 24, 2014
PPE Required: Safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots Date Reviewed:
SEVERITY PRIORITY
1. Negligible/OK: Causing minor injury that requires first aid or less 1. Low (1-3) – Acceptable
2. Minor: Causing non-serious injury, illness, or damage that requires medical aid 2. Medium (4-6) – Minor Risk
3. Serious: Causing severe injury, serious illness, that is disabling or lifelong, or 3. High ((8-9) – Undesirable
property and equipment damage 4. Very High (12-16) – STOP! Unacceptable
4. Imminent danger: Causing death, widespread occupational illness, or loss of
facilities (Probability x Severity = Priority)

Probability

Severity

Priority
# Job Steps Potential Hazards Recommended Control Measures

Proper PPE, open box with sharp knife, stay out of the line of
1 Unpack devices Cuts/scrapes 1 1 1 fire
Ensure wiring is not live.
Possibly remove old Turn off live circuits, Test before touch, meter wiring or
2 receptacle Electrical shock 1 2 1 receptacle before touching.
Cuts / scrapes 1 2 1 Gloves, stay out of line of fire
3 Install receptacle Pinch points 2 1 1 Gloves
Dust/fumes 2 1 1 Wear PPE if inadequate ventilation
Fatigue 2 1 1 Take breaks
4 Clean up area Heavy lifting 1 1 1 Use co-worker to help lift heavy objects/material

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