| Step | Potential Hazard | Control |
|---|---|---|
| Inspect truck, hoses, and work area | Equipment failure, hose damage, traffic hazards, unstable ground | Conduct pre trip inspection, check hoses and fittings, position truck on stable surface, use traffic control if roadside |
| Position and secure truck | Vehicle movement, struck by traffic, rollaway | Set parking brake, deploy wheel chocks, activate warning lights, maintain safe distance from traffic |
| Set up cones and warning devices | Worker exposure to traffic, poor visibility | Wear high visibility PPE, place cones and signs according to MUTCD guidelines, use spotter if needed |
| Connect vacuum hoses and fittings | Pinch points, hose whipping, chemical exposure | Inspect hose connections, secure fittings properly, keep hands clear of pinch points, wear gloves and eye protection |
| Start vacuum system | Excessive noise, flying debris, mechanical failure | Ensure all guards are in place, maintain safe distance from intake, wear hearing protection |
| Perform vacuum operation | Exposure to sewage, hazardous materials, confined space atmospheres, struck by hose movement | Maintain communication with crew, avoid standing directly over openings, monitor hose movement, use respiratory protection if needed |
| Clean catch basins, sewers, or tanks | Biological hazards, slips, falls, splash exposure | Use waterproof PPE, avoid direct contact with waste, maintain secure footing, wash exposed skin immediately |
| Monitor tank fill level | Overfilling, spills, pressure buildup | Observe tank gauges, stop filling before reaching capacity, follow manufacturer operating limits |
| Disconnect hoses and shut down system | Hose whipping, spills, residual pressure | Bleed off pressure before disconnecting, drain hoses carefully, cap fittings when complete |
| Transport and unload material | Spills, environmental contamination, vehicle hazards | Secure tank lids and valves, drive cautiously, dispose of material at approved facility |
| Clean and store equipment | Biological contamination, slips, chemical exposure | Wash hoses and tools, disinfect equipment if needed, clean spills promptly, store hoses securely |
Always have a complete, well-stocked first aid kit available.
JSA Category: Stormwater, Drainage, and Waterways
* 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Inspect truck, hoses, and work area | Equipment failure, hose damage, traffic hazards, unstable ground | Conduct pre trip inspection, check hoses and fittings, position truck on stable surface, use traffic control if roadside |
| Position and secure truck | Vehicle movement, struck by traffic, rollaway | Set parking brake, deploy wheel chocks, activate warning lights, maintain safe distance from traffic |
| Set up cones and warning devices | Worker exposure to traffic, poor visibility | Wear high visibility PPE, place cones and signs according to MUTCD guidelines, use spotter if needed |
| Connect vacuum hoses and fittings | Pinch points, hose whipping, chemical exposure | Inspect hose connections, secure fittings properly, keep hands clear of pinch points, wear gloves and eye protection |
| Start vacuum system | Excessive noise, flying debris, mechanical failure | Ensure all guards are in place, maintain safe distance from intake, wear hearing protection |
| Perform vacuum operation | Exposure to sewage, hazardous materials, confined space atmospheres, struck by hose movement | Maintain communication with crew, avoid standing directly over openings, monitor hose movement, use respiratory protection if needed |
| Clean catch basins, sewers, or tanks | Biological hazards, slips, falls, splash exposure | Use waterproof PPE, avoid direct contact with waste, maintain secure footing, wash exposed skin immediately |
| Monitor tank fill level | Overfilling, spills, pressure buildup | Observe tank gauges, stop filling before reaching capacity, follow manufacturer operating limits |
| Disconnect hoses and shut down system | Hose whipping, spills, residual pressure | Bleed off pressure before disconnecting, drain hoses carefully, cap fittings when complete |
| Transport and unload material | Spills, environmental contamination, vehicle hazards | Secure tank lids and valves, drive cautiously, dispose of material at approved facility |
| Clean and store equipment | Biological contamination, slips, chemical exposure | Wash hoses and tools, disinfect equipment if needed, clean spills promptly, store hoses securely |