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Jackhammer Safety Guidelines

This job safety analysis outlines the potential hazards and recommended safety actions for jackhammer operations. It identifies 5 basic job steps: 1) lifting the jackhammer from storage, 2) carrying it to the work site, 3) connecting hoses to the hammer and compressor, 4) positioning and starting the hammer, and 5) shutting it down and returning it to storage. Potential hazards include back, arm, and shoulder strain from lifting and carrying; pinched fingers; hearing loss; and particles in eyes. Recommended safety actions include using lighter jackhammers, wearing protective equipment like gloves and glasses, positioning feet safely, and having two people assist with lifting and carrying.

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Jackhammer Safety Guidelines

This job safety analysis outlines the potential hazards and recommended safety actions for jackhammer operations. It identifies 5 basic job steps: 1) lifting the jackhammer from storage, 2) carrying it to the work site, 3) connecting hoses to the hammer and compressor, 4) positioning and starting the hammer, and 5) shutting it down and returning it to storage. Potential hazards include back, arm, and shoulder strain from lifting and carrying; pinched fingers; hearing loss; and particles in eyes. Recommended safety actions include using lighter jackhammers, wearing protective equipment like gloves and glasses, positioning feet safely, and having two people assist with lifting and carrying.

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JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS Job Task: Jack Hammer Operations Date: Analysis Performed

By: Penn Township


SEQUENCE OF BASIC JOB STEPS POTENTIAL HAZARDS RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Lift jackhammer from  Lower back, arm, and  2 people needed to lift
compartment inside of compressor. shoulder strain jackhammer
 Pinched hand on side of  Use lighter jackhammer 60 lbs
compartment instead of 90lbs
 Use optional way of storing
jackhammer
2.Carry jackhammer over to  Back and arm strain  Use lighter jackhammer if
designated start point.  Possible hernia possible
 Have 2 people to carry
jackhammer
3. Connect hoses to hammer and  Pinched finger when  Wear gloves when connecting
compressor. connecting hoses hoses
 to compressor
4. Position jackhammer at starting  Possible hearing loss or  Wearing ear plugs and safety
point. Start compressor and squeeze particles in eye glasses at all times
trigger to begin.  Jackhammer hitting feet  Position feet apart keeping a
safe distance from blade of
hammer
5. Shut off compressor, bleed air  Stay clear of moving parts on  Wear safety glasses and gloves
from lines, disconnect hoses, and put motor  Use 2 people to carry
jackhammer back in compartment.  Dust blown into eyes jackhammer
 Pinched finger  Backup to compartment
 Lower back, arm, and
shoulder strain

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