| Step | Potential Hazard | Control |
|---|---|---|
| Perform pre trip inspection | Brake failure, tire blowouts, hydraulic leaks, malfunctioning lights | Inspect brakes, tires, suspension, steering, lights, backup alarm, hydraulics, pin connections, tailgate, and mirrors; remove unsafe truck from service |
| Plan haul route | Low overpasses, soft shoulders, heavy traffic, construction zones | Review route before departure; avoid weight restricted roads; verify overhead clearances; identify safe turnaround points |
| Don required PPE | Eye injuries, struck by hazards, visibility issues | Wear high visibility vest, hard hat, gloves, and safety glasses when outside the cab |
| Enter and exit cab safely | Slips, falls, grabbing unstable surfaces | Use three points of contact; clean mud or ice from steps; never jump from the cab |
| Drive with load | Load shifting, rollover risk, reduced stopping distance | Maintain steady speed; increase following distance; avoid sudden braking or sharp turns; keep load evenly distributed |
| Backing at loading or dumping sites | Blind spots, striking workers or equipment | Use a spotter; utilize mirrors and backup camera; sound horn before backing; maintain slow speed |
| Loading operations | Falling material, loader bucket striking truck, uneven loading | Communicate with loader operator using hand signals or radios; remain in cab during loading; ensure even loading to avoid rollovers |
| Securing load (if hauling loose debris) | Debris falling onto roadway, unsecured tarps | Use tarps or covers; secure tailgate; ensure no loose debris remains on top or sides of truck |
| Traveling between sites | Traffic collisions, pedestrians, poor road conditions | Follow all traffic laws; use beacons when required; reduce speed on gravel or uneven roads; remain alert for pedestrians |
| Dumping material | Truck tipping, overhead obstructions, tailgate malfunction | Choose level ground; check for power lines or branches; raise bed slowly; ensure no crew are behind the truck; lower bed completely after dumping |
| Clean tailgate and bed (if needed) | Struck by material clumps, slips, contact with moving parts | Use tools instead of hands; stay clear of pinch points; stand on stable ground; never climb into bed unless truck is off and secured |
| Post trip inspection | Undetected damage from hauling, leaks, loose hardware | Check tires, hydraulics, lights, and bed hinges; report any issues immediately |
| Remove traffic control | Exposure to live traffic during takedown | Remove cones and signs in reverse order; maintain lookout; keep PPE on until area is safe |
Hard hat
Safety glasses
High visibility vest
Steel toe boots
Cut resistant gloves
Hearing protection when near equipment
Long pants and long sleeves
Always have a complete, well-stocked first aid kit available.
JSA Category: Equipment Operations
* The steps, hazards, and controls displayed above may be incomplete or not suit your department's needs. All job safety analyses should be a completed with frontline worker input to ensure that each potential hazard is identified and mitigated.
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| Step | Potential Hazard | Control |
|---|---|---|
| Perform pre trip inspection | Brake failure, tire blowouts, hydraulic leaks, malfunctioning lights | Inspect brakes, tires, suspension, steering, lights, backup alarm, hydraulics, pin connections, tailgate, and mirrors; remove unsafe truck from service |
| Plan haul route | Low overpasses, soft shoulders, heavy traffic, construction zones | Review route before departure; avoid weight restricted roads; verify overhead clearances; identify safe turnaround points |
| Don required PPE | Eye injuries, struck by hazards, visibility issues | Wear high visibility vest, hard hat, gloves, and safety glasses when outside the cab |
| Enter and exit cab safely | Slips, falls, grabbing unstable surfaces | Use three points of contact; clean mud or ice from steps; never jump from the cab |
| Drive with load | Load shifting, rollover risk, reduced stopping distance | Maintain steady speed; increase following distance; avoid sudden braking or sharp turns; keep load evenly distributed |
| Backing at loading or dumping sites | Blind spots, striking workers or equipment | Use a spotter; utilize mirrors and backup camera; sound horn before backing; maintain slow speed |
| Loading operations | Falling material, loader bucket striking truck, uneven loading | Communicate with loader operator using hand signals or radios; remain in cab during loading; ensure even loading to avoid rollovers |
| Securing load (if hauling loose debris) | Debris falling onto roadway, unsecured tarps | Use tarps or covers; secure tailgate; ensure no loose debris remains on top or sides of truck |
| Traveling between sites | Traffic collisions, pedestrians, poor road conditions | Follow all traffic laws; use beacons when required; reduce speed on gravel or uneven roads; remain alert for pedestrians |
| Dumping material | Truck tipping, overhead obstructions, tailgate malfunction | Choose level ground; check for power lines or branches; raise bed slowly; ensure no crew are behind the truck; lower bed completely after dumping |
| Clean tailgate and bed (if needed) | Struck by material clumps, slips, contact with moving parts | Use tools instead of hands; stay clear of pinch points; stand on stable ground; never climb into bed unless truck is off and secured |
| Post trip inspection | Undetected damage from hauling, leaks, loose hardware | Check tires, hydraulics, lights, and bed hinges; report any issues immediately |
| Remove traffic control | Exposure to live traffic during takedown | Remove cones and signs in reverse order; maintain lookout; keep PPE on until area is safe |
Hard hat
Safety glasses
High visibility vest
Steel toe boots
Cut resistant gloves
Hearing protection when near equipment
Long pants and long sleeves