Asphalt Checklist
(Taken from the "Tailgate Meetings that Work : A Guide
to Effective Construction Safety Training" series) |
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Robin Baker, Robert
Downey, Mary Ruth Gross, Charles Reiter
Labor Occupational Health Program
(LOHP) School of Public Health,
University of California, Berkeley Ca.
These tailgate/toolbox
talks were developed for use under California OSHA regulations. The
complete set is available from the Labor Occupational Health Program
at UC Berkeley. For ordering information, visit the website (www.lohp.org)
The American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH)
has adapted these talks to apply to federal OSHA regulations. To contact
ACGIH, visit its web site (www.acgih.org). |
Date Prepared:_________________________ |
By:________________________ |
Project
Name/No.______________________ |
Location:___________________ |
- Check the box
if the statement is true.
- Fill in the blanks
where the
appears.
HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
- The company has
a written Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) that meets all
Cal/OSHA requirements. It includes identification of hazards from asphalt
products on the site, regular inspections, accident investigation, and
correction of hazardous conditions. [1509]
- Air monitoring
has been done in work areas where exposure to asphalt vapors and fumes
may exceed the Cal/OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL) of 5 mg/m³.
[5155(e)]
- Workers have been
informed of the results of air monitoring performed on themselves, in
their work area, and/or for their trade. [3204(e)(2)(A)]
- If air monitoring
found any exposure exceeding the PEL, engineering, administrative, and
work practice changes are used to reduce exposure where possible. Personal
protective equipment is used only if other measures are insufficient.
[1528, 5141(a), and 5155(e)(2)]
HAZARD COMMUNICATION AND
TRAINING
- The company has
a written Hazard Communication Program. [5194]
- All workers have
received basic Hazard Communication training. [5194]
- Everyone potentially
exposed to asphalt or asphalt fumes has received specific training in
health effects, safe use, minimizing exposure, personal protective equipment,
proper disposal, and emergency procedures. [1510 and 5194]
- All product containers
are properly labeled. [5194(b)(1) and 5417(a)]
- Material Safety
Data Sheets (MSDSs) are available on the site for all asphalt products
used. [5194]
- Workers know where
to find MSDSs and how to understand them. [5194]
- Personnel working
in adjoining areas of the job site, including subcontractors, are aware
of the work and the hazards. [1509]
WORK PRACTICES
- Safer asphalt
products are used whenever possible. (Rapid cure products
are usually more dangerous.)
- No sources of
ignition are present where flammable chemical products are in use or
drying. [1534(b) and 1935(a)]
- Ventilation is
sufficient to prevent dangerous concentrations of flammable vapors and
dangerous exposure to toxic fumes and vapors. [1531 and 5416(a)]
- Work practices
are used which minimize exposure to asphalt fumes. (For example: workers
stand upwind or away from the source; stirring and mixing operations
are enclosed; and welding on coated surfaces is done only in well-ventilated
areas). [5141(b)]
- Work practices
are used which minimize skin contact with asphalt. (Some workers may
experience photosensitization from skin contact. The skin becomes
very sensitive to sunlight and other sources of ultraviolet light. With
exposure to light, the skin may blister and develop sores.)
- For asphalts containing
sulfur, workers use caution when working in areas with little ventilation
or when entering poorly ventilated areas where hot asphalt has cooled.
(High concentrations of hydrogen sulfide gas may be present. Inhalation
may cause immediate
unconsciousness and, if continued, permanent nervous system damage or
death.)
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
- If necessary,
personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided by the company and worn
by workers. The types used are appropriate for the work and give adequate
protection. [1514]
- Ventilation is
adequate to reduce worker exposure to asphalt vapors and fumes to a
level below the Cal/OSHA PEL. If not, appropriate respiratory protection
is worn. [1531(a)]
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Are respirators
required when working with adhesives or resins on this site? Yes____
No____
Type of
respirator:_________________________
Available
at:_____________________________
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- Respirators are
properly stored and maintained. [1531(d)]
- The proper types
of respirators and cartridges for the work are used. [1531(b)]
- Respirators, cartridges,
and replacement parts have been approved by the Mine Safety and Health
Administration (MSHA)
or the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
[1531(b)]
- Workers who wear
respirators have been medically evaluated, fit-tested, and trained.
[1531(c) and (h)]
- If respirators
are used on the site, the company has a written Respiratory Protection
Program. [1531(f)]
- Thermally insulated,
impermeable gloves of the correct type are worn to prevent skin contact
with asphalt products, except where gloves might become caught in moving
parts or machinery. [1520] (To determine the appropriate glove for the
substance, consult the MSDS for the product, or contact the glove supplier
or manufacturer.)
- Steel-toed safety
shoes are worn for work with asphalt.
- Full protective
clothing (coveralls, etc.) is used to minimize skin contact where necessary.
[1522]
- If full protective
clothing is not required, workers exposed to hot asphalt wear long sleeve
shirts and long pants without cuffs. Sleeves are kept rolled down and
collars closed.
- Workers use face
shields when working with hot asphalt. Eye and face protection meets
the requirements of American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
Z 87.1 1979, American National Standard Practice for Occupational
and Educational Eye and Face Protection. [1516]
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT
- Asphalt products
are stored in approved containers and areas. [1930]
- Tanks where asphalt
is heated, or where hot asphalt is stored during cooling, are well ventilated
to prevent buildup of hydrogen sulfide gas. [1534(a) and 5141(a)]
- Smoking is prohibited
in flammable liquid storage areas. [5543(c)]
- Flammable liquids
are not stored near sources of ignition (sparks, electricity, flames,
or hot objects). [1534(b) and 5543(c)]
EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT
- Fire extinguishers
of the proper type are readily available wherever flammable liquids
are stored, transported, or used. [1922(a) and 1933]
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Types and
locations of fire extinguishers on this site:
_______________________________________________
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- Emergency showers
and eye wash stations are available on the site. [1512(f)]
GENERAL
INSPECTION |
Other Hazards
Noted |
Action |
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Near
Miss Reports:
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Other:
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Tailgate
Meetings That Work : Collection
Published in June, 1994 by: Labor Occupational Health Program, School
of Public Health, 2515 Channing Way, University of California, Berkeley,
CA 94720. Phone: (510) 642-5507.
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