| Step | Potential Hazard | Control |
|---|---|---|
| Assess work area | Uneven pavement, steep transitions, nearby traffic, crew entering roller path | Walk entire work zone; identify soft spots, edges, drop offs, and obstacles; assign lookout if near traffic or heavy crew activity |
| Inspect roller | Malfunctioning controls, hydraulic leaks, damaged drums, faulty backup alarm | Perform pre start inspection; check steering, brakes, vibratory controls, drum edges, lighting, and alarms; remove unsafe equipment from service |
| Don required PPE | Hearing loss, struck by hazards, eye protection needs | Wear all required PPE before entering the work zone |
| Mount roller safely | Slips, falls from machine, hand injuries | Use three points of contact; ensure steps and handholds are clean and dry; never jump from machine |
| Start roller and test functions | Unexpected movement, drum vibration causing loss of balance | Start machine on level ground; test steering, throttle, vibration controls, and backup alarm; verify area is clear before moving |
| Operate roller in work zone | Struck by incidents, crew entering blind spots, roller sliding on fresh asphalt | Operate at slow controlled speed; avoid sudden turns; maintain visual contact with ground crew; use spotter in tight or congested areas |
| Coordinate with paver and hand crew | Miscommunication leading to close calls or improper rolling pattern | Use radios or hand signals; maintain predictable rolling pattern; ensure all crew know drum path and overlap points |
| Avoid edges and drop offs | Roller tipping, drum sliding off pavement, collapse of unsupported edges | Stay a safe distance from edges; avoid operating on soft or uncompactable shoulder areas; make multiple shallow passes rather than heavy cuts at edges |
| Engage vibration only when safe | Damage to underground utilities, destabilizing unprepared areas | Use vibration only on specified lifts; disengage vibration when near structures, curbs, or thin patches |
| Keep ground crew clear of drums | Pinch points, crushing hazards | Establish clear exclusion zone around roller; never allow crew to walk in front of or behind moving roller |
| Park and shut down roller | Burns from engine, accidental machine movement | Park on level ground; lower vibration to neutral; turn off engine; engage parking brake; exit with three points of contact |
| End of shift inspection | Damage missed during operation, leaks developing | Conduct post operation inspection; note any issues; refuel in designated safe area; clean roller if needed |
Hard hat
Safety glasses
High visibility vest
Hearing protection
Steel toe boots
Gloves
Long pants and long sleeves
Always have a complete, well-stocked first aid kit available.
JSA Category: Heavy 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Assess work area | Uneven pavement, steep transitions, nearby traffic, crew entering roller path | Walk entire work zone; identify soft spots, edges, drop offs, and obstacles; assign lookout if near traffic or heavy crew activity |
| Inspect roller | Malfunctioning controls, hydraulic leaks, damaged drums, faulty backup alarm | Perform pre start inspection; check steering, brakes, vibratory controls, drum edges, lighting, and alarms; remove unsafe equipment from service |
| Don required PPE | Hearing loss, struck by hazards, eye protection needs | Wear all required PPE before entering the work zone |
| Mount roller safely | Slips, falls from machine, hand injuries | Use three points of contact; ensure steps and handholds are clean and dry; never jump from machine |
| Start roller and test functions | Unexpected movement, drum vibration causing loss of balance | Start machine on level ground; test steering, throttle, vibration controls, and backup alarm; verify area is clear before moving |
| Operate roller in work zone | Struck by incidents, crew entering blind spots, roller sliding on fresh asphalt | Operate at slow controlled speed; avoid sudden turns; maintain visual contact with ground crew; use spotter in tight or congested areas |
| Coordinate with paver and hand crew | Miscommunication leading to close calls or improper rolling pattern | Use radios or hand signals; maintain predictable rolling pattern; ensure all crew know drum path and overlap points |
| Avoid edges and drop offs | Roller tipping, drum sliding off pavement, collapse of unsupported edges | Stay a safe distance from edges; avoid operating on soft or uncompactable shoulder areas; make multiple shallow passes rather than heavy cuts at edges |
| Engage vibration only when safe | Damage to underground utilities, destabilizing unprepared areas | Use vibration only on specified lifts; disengage vibration when near structures, curbs, or thin patches |
| Keep ground crew clear of drums | Pinch points, crushing hazards | Establish clear exclusion zone around roller; never allow crew to walk in front of or behind moving roller |
| Park and shut down roller | Burns from engine, accidental machine movement | Park on level ground; lower vibration to neutral; turn off engine; engage parking brake; exit with three points of contact |
| End of shift inspection | Damage missed during operation, leaks developing | Conduct post operation inspection; note any issues; refuel in designated safe area; clean roller if needed |
Hard hat
Safety glasses
High visibility vest
Hearing protection
Steel toe boots
Gloves
Long pants and long sleeves