| Step | Potential Hazard | Control |
|---|---|---|
| Conduct pre trip inspection | Brake failure, hydraulic leaks, lighting defects | Inspect brakes, hydraulic lines, lights, hook or cable system, frame rails, and tires; correct deficiencies before leaving |
| Don required PPE | Visibility issues, hand injuries, foot injuries | Wear high visibility gear, gloves, steel toe boots, and safety glasses |
| Approach container site | Pedestrians, uneven ground, soft soil | Drive slowly; evaluate site for soft spots; stop if area is unsafe to enter |
| Position truck for loading | Struck by container, poor alignment | Align squarely with container rails; keep bystanders clear; use spotter in tight areas |
| Hook or connect to container | Pinch points, sudden movement | Keep hands clear of pinch areas; communicate with spotter; verify hook or cable engagement |
| Winch or lift container onto truck | Shifting loads, cable failure, falling debris | Check cable condition; stand clear of winch line; load slowly; watch for loose debris falling |
| Secure container on rails | Container shift, roll off truck during travel | Confirm container is fully seated; engage locks or safety pins; double check before travel |
| Tarp the load | Falls from height, tarp arm movement | Use automatic tarp system if equipped; if manual, remain on ground when possible; avoid walking on catwalks in icy weather |
| Transport container | Traffic hazards, shifting load | Use safe speeds; avoid sudden braking; obey all road restrictions and weight limits |
| Back into dumping area | Collisions, poor visibility | Use spotter whenever possible; rely on mirrors and camera; back slowly |
| Prepare to unload container | Unexpected movement, roll away hazard | Chock wheels; release locks or safety pins; ensure area behind truck is clear |
| Raise bed and unload | Struck by falling debris, tipover hazard | Stand to the side; raise bed slowly; do not raise on uneven or soft ground |
| Lower empty container to ground | Pinch points, unstable footing | Lower slowly; ensure container sits level; keep feet clear of rails |
| Disconnect hook or cable | Snap back hazard | Keep body out of line of fire; disengage slowly; inspect cables and hooks afterward |
| Maneuver out of dumping site | Soft ground, blind spots | Drive cautiously; avoid sharp turns with raised bed; use spotter when near hazards |
| Winter operations | Ice, snow on rails, poor traction | Clear rails of ice; use traction cleats; avoid working on slippery surfaces |
| End of day inspection | Hidden damage, hydraulic leaks | Inspect rails, hook, cables, and tarp system; report defects; secure truck |
High visibility vest or jacket (Class 3 recommended)
Steel toe boots
Work gloves (cut resistant recommended)
Safety glasses
Hearing protection when near hydraulics
Weather appropriate clothing
Always have a complete, well-stocked first aid kit available.
JSA Category: Solid Waste and Recycling 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Conduct pre trip inspection | Brake failure, hydraulic leaks, lighting defects | Inspect brakes, hydraulic lines, lights, hook or cable system, frame rails, and tires; correct deficiencies before leaving |
| Don required PPE | Visibility issues, hand injuries, foot injuries | Wear high visibility gear, gloves, steel toe boots, and safety glasses |
| Approach container site | Pedestrians, uneven ground, soft soil | Drive slowly; evaluate site for soft spots; stop if area is unsafe to enter |
| Position truck for loading | Struck by container, poor alignment | Align squarely with container rails; keep bystanders clear; use spotter in tight areas |
| Hook or connect to container | Pinch points, sudden movement | Keep hands clear of pinch areas; communicate with spotter; verify hook or cable engagement |
| Winch or lift container onto truck | Shifting loads, cable failure, falling debris | Check cable condition; stand clear of winch line; load slowly; watch for loose debris falling |
| Secure container on rails | Container shift, roll off truck during travel | Confirm container is fully seated; engage locks or safety pins; double check before travel |
| Tarp the load | Falls from height, tarp arm movement | Use automatic tarp system if equipped; if manual, remain on ground when possible; avoid walking on catwalks in icy weather |
| Transport container | Traffic hazards, shifting load | Use safe speeds; avoid sudden braking; obey all road restrictions and weight limits |
| Back into dumping area | Collisions, poor visibility | Use spotter whenever possible; rely on mirrors and camera; back slowly |
| Prepare to unload container | Unexpected movement, roll away hazard | Chock wheels; release locks or safety pins; ensure area behind truck is clear |
| Raise bed and unload | Struck by falling debris, tipover hazard | Stand to the side; raise bed slowly; do not raise on uneven or soft ground |
| Lower empty container to ground | Pinch points, unstable footing | Lower slowly; ensure container sits level; keep feet clear of rails |
| Disconnect hook or cable | Snap back hazard | Keep body out of line of fire; disengage slowly; inspect cables and hooks afterward |
| Maneuver out of dumping site | Soft ground, blind spots | Drive cautiously; avoid sharp turns with raised bed; use spotter when near hazards |
| Winter operations | Ice, snow on rails, poor traction | Clear rails of ice; use traction cleats; avoid working on slippery surfaces |
| End of day inspection | Hidden damage, hydraulic leaks | Inspect rails, hook, cables, and tarp system; report defects; secure truck |
High visibility vest or jacket (Class 3 recommended)
Steel toe boots
Work gloves (cut resistant recommended)
Safety glasses
Hearing protection when near hydraulics
Weather appropriate clothing