Highway Worker Safety Program Introduction Part One Key
Issues
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Key issues that affect all Planning & Communication Traffic
Control Visibility Night Work Environmental Hazards
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Planning At estimation phase Pre-job Pre-task Organizational
Personal
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Planning Communication Knowledge is safety Jobsite rules
Task-specific requirements Changing conditions Start of assignment
to project orientation Crew morning meetings Pre-task meetings
Unified Incident Plan
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Planning Identify known hazards Identify needed skills Identify
special risks Written Comprehensive Forms foundation of project
State Standard DOT Plans Start of shift Start of new group task
Before each action 2-second look-ahead For emergencies
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Traffic Control Heavy traffic exposure Higher traffic speeds
until control is gained Personnel become part of the barrier
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Traffic Control Setting up MOT Taking down MOT Flagging
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Traffic Control See and Be Seen Constant vigilance Planned
movements Education Engineering improvements
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Traffic Control Planning At estimation phase Pre-job
Pre-task
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Traffic Control Planning Guidance Identify known hazards
Identify needed skills Identify special risks Written Comprehensive
Forms foundation of project Start of shift Start of new group task
Before each action 2-second look-ahead
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Traffic Control Plan Communication Start of assignment to
project orientation Crew morning meetings Pre-task meetings Unified
Incident Plan
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Traffic Control Plan Education Constant vigilance Specific task
Job skills Safety
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Visibility Key factor contributing to fatal accidents Changing
weather conditions create additional hazards Geometry and geography
of jobsites always changing Be aware of equipment blind spots See
and Be Seen By equipment and truck operators within the site By the
traveling public
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Night Work 25% of all fatalities occur between 6 PM and 6 AM,
with only 9% of the work hours accounted for in that time frame
Visibility is a factor Impaired drivers Fatigue Drivers Work crew
See and Be Seen Personnel Equipment Work areas
Introduction Part Two Focus Four Plus One Highway Worker Safety
Program
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Introduction Focus Four Plus One Annually on highway-related
projects: More than 100 fatalities 20,000 injuries Fatality rate
two to four times higher than other construction sites Workers and
motorists at risk
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Introduction Focus Four Plus One Highway Worker Safety Five Key
Subject Areas based on severity and frequency: Focus Four Plus One
Struck-by hazards Fall hazards Caught in between hazards Electrical
hazards Soft tissue injuries Common exposures Best-practice
controls the Hierarchy of Control
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Introduction Focus Four Plus One Fall hazards Falls from
heights Falls from equipment Slips, trips, and falls Access
equipment Ladders, lifts, scaffolds
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Introduction Focus Four Plus One Struck-by hazards Traffic
Pedestrians Equipment Rigging failures Crane work
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Introduction Focus Four Plus One Caught in-between hazards
Trench collapses Rotating parts Shifting loads
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Introduction Focus Four Plus One Electrical hazards Overhead
power lines Underground utilities Lightning
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Introduction Focus Four Plus One Soft tissue injuries Highest
frequency Long-term recovery A great deal of manual labor in work
zone construction Aging workforce may contribute
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Introduction Hierarchy of Controls Best-practice controls the
Hierarchy of Control Each section will discuss appropriate
controls, ranked in order of effectiveness: Engineering controls
remove or eliminate Administrative controls train or prohibit
access Personal protective equipment the least effective, and only
after the above are employed
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Introduction Task-specific sections Task-specific Hazards and
Controls Traffic control Asphalt paving & patching operations
Bridge construction work Concrete paving & patching operations
Demolition operations Utility & drainage operations Grading
& earthmoving operations Short-term & mobile
operations
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Introduction Task-specific sections Each section will discuss:
Common exposures Affected individuals
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Introduction Task-specific sections There will be a quiz after
each section. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge,
and to ask questions yourself. This is critical information. Thank
you in advance for your participation in this important
program.
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Introduction Other Training Issues This program is not designed
to address more specific or comprehensive training needs, such as
(but not limited to): Scaffolding Fall protection Ladders Cranes
& rigging Fire prevention Confined space Aerial work platforms
Forklifts Hand & power tools Consult your supervisor, employer,
or union for more specific training where required, or if you arent
sure
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Highway Worker Safety Program Traffic Control
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Traffic Control Common Issues Heavy traffic exposure Higher
traffic speeds until control is gained Personnel become part of the
barrier
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Traffic Control Specific Exposures Setting up MOT Taking down
MOT Flagging
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Traffic Control Control Measures See and Be Seen Constant
vigilance Planned movements Education Engineering improvements
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Traffic Control Planning At estimation phase Pre-job Pre-task
Personal
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Traffic Control Planning Guidance Identify known hazards
Identify needed skills Identify special risks Written Comprehensive
Forms foundation of project Start of shift Start of new group task
Before each action 2-second-look ahead
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Traffic Control Plan Communication Unified Incident Plan Start
of assignment to project orientation Crew morning meetings Pre-task
meetings
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Traffic Control Plan Education Constant vigilance Specific task
Job skills Safety HazMat
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Traffic Control Environmental Exposures Temperature extremes
Standing on hot asphalt Working in the cold Precipitation Lightning
Visibility
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Traffic Control Environmental Exposure Controls Provision for
worker sanitation and hydration Dressing in layers Provide large
umbrella on stand Good protective footwear Worker rotation and
relief planned Protection from inclement weather Shelter Rain
slicker Warning system and plan for worker protection when
lightning in area
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Traffic Control Environmental Exposure Controls Visibility
High-visibility work wear Increases visibility of workers on foot
to Public drivers who drive past Equipment operators Vehicles
within the construction area
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Class I Clothing For workers who have ample separation from
traffic Traffic speeds do not exceed 25 mph Delivery vehicle
drivers, parking lot attendants, warehouse workers Traffic Control
Environmental Exposure Controls Visibility Note: This photo is for
illustration purposes only, and does not represent the correct PPE
for the exposure. Under most circumstances, Class 1 clothing should
NOT be worn for street and highway work.
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Class II Clothing For workers who need visibility in inclement
weather conditions Traffic speeds between 25 & 50 mph Targeted
at law enforcement conducting traffic control, tollgate personnel,
airport ground crews, etc. Traffic Control Environmental Exposure
Controls Visibility
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Class III Clothing Highest level of conspicuity Wide range of
weather conditions Traffic speed exceeds 50 mph Targeted at road
construction, utility workers, survey crews, etc. Traffic Control
Environmental Exposure Controls Visibility
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Traffic Control Fall Exposures Elevated falls From vehicle
(i.e., collecting cones) From elevated work site Same-level falls
Slip/trip on existing materials, etc. Slip/trip while avoiding
incoming vehicle
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Traffic Control Fall Controls Engineering Use mechanical
devices to avoid employee exposure Seat with seat belt bolted to
tailgate Back-up camera mounted on pickup truck Housekeeping
Mud/slick surface control
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Traffic Control Fall Controls Administrative Walk always to
side of truck Constant vigilance Constantly refreshed escape
plan
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Traffic Control Fall Controls Personal Protective Equipment
Personal fall protection if elevated stationing required Use of
boots with slip-resistant soles
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Traffic Control Struck-by Exposures Debris Thrown Blown by wind
Falling off passing vehicle Vehicle Public-owned vehicle
Construction vehicle
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Traffic Control Struck-by Controls Engineering Keep debris away
from flag station Adequate lighting at flag person work stations to
ensure visibility of flag person Adequate back-up alarms Proximity
warning devices
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Traffic Control Struck-by Controls Administrative Observe
approaching vehicles, especially pickups, for loose articles Layout
of work area Planned traffic flow Planned foot traffic flow
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Traffic Control Struck-by Controls Personal Protective
Equipment Adequate PPE for eyes, face, & head protection
High-visibility work wear Personal flashing lights for workers
setting out or taking up cones, barrels, signs, etc.
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Traffic Control Other Struck-by Exposures Traffic control may
fail due to: Driver inattention Impairment Mental Physical
Environmental conditions Lack of coordination of workers from
multiple companies Public vehicle accidents within the work
zone
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Traffic Control Other Struck-by Awareness Cell phones Crying
kids Working while driving People drink, smoke pot, do other drugs,
then drive Handicapped Aged Infirm Geographic issues Curves
Hills
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Traffic Control Other Struck-by Awareness Exposure to injury
from traffic, both internal and external Unified Incident Command
Safety plan inclusion Education
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Traffic Control Caught-in-between Exposures Maintenance work
Backing vehicles Vehicle intrusion Trench cave-in
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Traffic Control Caught-in-between Controls Engineering Lock
out/tag out equipment Block if raised Rear view cameras Back-up
alarms
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Traffic Control Caught-in-between Controls Administrative "No
see" chart training Coordination meetings
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Traffic Control Caught-in-between Controls Personal Protective
Equipment High-visibility work wear
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Traffic Control Electrical Exposures Portable generators
Lighting circuits Lighting plants Overhead power lines
Weather-related lightning
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Traffic Control Electrical Controls Engineering Proper
grounding GFCI's. Properly wired & adequately illuminated flag
person stations Minimizing exposure
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Traffic Control Electrical Controls Administrative Train to
avoid contact Identify/markouts Be aware Electronic weather
tracking
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Traffic Control Electrical Controls Personal Protective
Equipment NFPA 70E-compliant arc flash protection
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Traffic Control Soft-tissue Injury Exposures Moving/maintaining
TCDs Material handling Overexertion
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Traffic Control Soft-tissue Injury Controls Engineering Seek
help "NO MORE ON THE FLOOR" - Store materials approximately waist
high Lift and carry close to the body
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Traffic Control Soft-tissue Injury Controls Administrative
Rotate workers Change positions frequently Stretch and flex
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Traffic Control Soft-tissue Injury Controls Personal Protective
Equipment Back belts (with physician approval) Vibration-resistant
gloves Sturdy boots
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Traffic Control Quiz What MOT stands for and traffic control
are basically interchangeable terms. MOT stands for: Moms of
Traffic controllers Maintenance of Traffic Maintenance of Trailers
Maintaining Overpass Traffic
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Traffic Control Quiz What MOT stands for and traffic control
are basically interchangeable terms. MOT stands for: Moms of
Traffic controllers Maintenance of Traffic Maintenance of Trailers
Maintaining Overpass Traffic
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Traffic Control Quiz The most frequent cause of traffic
control-related injuries or death related to the focus four plus
one concept is: Falls Struck By Stuck In Electrocution
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Traffic Control Quiz The most frequent cause of traffic
control-related injuries or death related to the focus four plus
one concept is: Falls Struck By Stuck In Electrocution
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Traffic Control Quiz To avoid accidents in work zones where
drivers are impaired and where there is reduced visibility, the
best practice is: (choose two) See and Be Seen Monitor traffic and
work when it is slow Worker awareness/positioning Dont wear bright
colors; it may distract drivers
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Traffic Control Quiz Equipment and construction vehicles on the
jobsite will have blind spots. WOF (workers on foot) have to have
an understanding of how critical their hazards are. Measures to
control these exposures are: (choose three) Back-up
alarms/Spotters/Back-up cameras High-visibility vests and type
II/III garments Only looking out for yourself and people you like
Pre-established and known traffic control plan Walking around
traffic with dark safety glasses on
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Traffic Control Quiz Equipment and construction vehicles on the
jobsite will have blind spots. WOF (workers on foot) have to have
an understanding of how critical their hazards are. Measures to
control these exposures are: (choose three) Back-up
alarms/Spotters/Back-up cameras High-visibility vests and type
II/III garments Only looking out for yourself and people you like
Pre-established and known traffic control plan Walking around
traffic with dark safety glasses on
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Traffic Control Quiz Debris is constantly thrown on jobsites by
drivers, wind, and other equipment. To ensure there are no injuries
while work is being performed, the following measures must be in
place: (choose two) Use adequate PPE for eyes, face, and head It is
not your trash, so why pick it up? Good housekeeping throughout the
work zone should be a continuous process It will eventually blow
out of the jobsite, so don't worry about it
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Traffic Control Quiz Debris is constantly thrown on jobsites by
drivers, wind, and other equipment. To ensure there are no injuries
while work is being performed, the following measures must be in
place: (choose two) Use adequate PPE for eyes, face, and head It is
not your trash, so why pick it up? Good housekeeping throughout the
work zone should be a continuous process It will eventually blow
out of the jobsite, so don't worry about it
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Highway Worker Safety Program Asphalt Paving & Patching
Operations
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Asphalt Paving Common issues Uneven surfaces Heavy traffic
exposure Moving equipment Power lines Labor intensive
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Asphalt Paving Fall Exposures Same-level slip, trip, or fall
Same-level falls Slip/trip on existing materials, etc. Slip/trip
while avoiding incoming vehicle Asphalt plant operations Cleaning
truck beds Elevated falls From vehicle (cone truck) From elevated
work site (bridge)
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Asphalt Paving Struck-by Exposures Vehicle Public-owned vehicle
Construction vehicle Worker visibility reduced due to poor ambient
lighting Debris Thrown Blown by wind Falling off passing
vehicle
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Asphalt Paving Struck-by Exposures Additional Concerns Traffic
control may fail due to: Driver inattention Impairment Mental
Physical Environmental conditions Lack of coordination of workers
from multiple companies Public vehicle accidents within the work
zone
Asphalt Paving Soft Tissue Exposures Raking/placement
Repetitive motion Material handling Truck tarps/cleaning
Overreaching Equipment access Shoveling Repetitive motion
Overexertion Poor posture Hot work environments
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Asphalt Paving Hazard Controls Engineering Administrative Safe
work practices Personal protective equipment Always See and Be
Seen!
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Asphalt Paving Engineering Controls Maintain handrails at all
plant platforms Provide a handrailed elevated work platform at the
plant site Ensure steps on trucks in place, and of non-skid
material Ensure handrails on trucks are adequately maintained
Housekeeping Mud/slick surface control Keep debris away from work
zone. Adequate lighting to ensure visibility of workers Adequate
back-up alarms Proximity warning devices
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Asphalt Paving Engineering Controls Guarding Lock out/tag out
equipment Block if raised Rear view cameras Back-up alarms Proper
grounding of electrical tools Insulated hand tools "NO MORE ON THE
FLOOR" - Store materials approximately waist high Lift and carry
close to the body Use automated systems Change positions frequently
Provide water & shade
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Asphalt Paving Administrative Controls Constant vigilance
Constantly refreshed escape plan Worker positioning Watch
approaching vehicles for visible motion inside arm moving, etc.
Observe approaching vehicles, especially pickups, for loose
articles. Constant vigilance Layout of work area Planned traffic
flow Planned foot traffic flow Position to stay clear Hands clear
of pinch points
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Asphalt Paving Administrative Controls Worker clearance from
utilities maintained Identify/Mark out - 811 Be aware Electronic
tracking of lightning Employee rotation Get help Educate workers on
proper techniques Stretch & Flex programs
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Asphalt Paving Personal Protective Equipment Controls Personal
fall protection if elevated stationing required Eye, face, &
head protection High-visibility work wear Personal flashing lights
on workers' PPE NFPA 70E-compliant clothing where necessary Back
belts (with physician approval) Vibration-resistant gloves Sturdy
boots slip-resistant soles steel toed
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Asphalt Paving Quiz Milling machines, rollers, dump trucks, and
distributor trucks are all types of equipment in an asphalt work
zone. Workers on foot (WOF) become accustomed to back-up alarms
because: They play a pleasant ring tone. Equipment should not back
up. The other guy is looking out for them. They mentally block them
or they assume the driver sees them.
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Asphalt Paving Quiz Milling machines, rollers, dump trucks, and
distributor trucks are all types of equipment in an asphalt work
zone. Workers on foot (WOF) become accustomed to back-up alarms
because: They play a pleasant ring tone. Equipment should not back
up. The other guy is looking out for them. They mentally block them
or they assume the driver sees them.
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Asphalt Paving Quiz The number one safety goal for workers on
foot in asphalt paving work zones should be Working outside of
barriers Wearing good shoes because they will be standing up most
of the time Eating lunch with operators so they can get a ride on
equipment See and Be Seen
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Asphalt Paving Quiz The number one safety goal for workers on
foot in asphalt paving work zones should be Working outside of
barriers Wearing good shoes because they will be standing up most
of the time Eating lunch with operators so they can get a ride on
equipment See and Be Seen
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Asphalt Paving Quiz Working adjacent to concrete barriers and
around live traffic creates opportunities for pinch points. What is
the best practice to avoid being crushed? Run fast Drivers on the
freeway are looking out for your best interest Have an Internal
Traffic Control Plan This job will be over in 24 hours. No need to
worry.
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Asphalt Paving Quiz Working adjacent to concrete barriers and
around live traffic creates opportunities for pinch points. What is
the best practice to avoid being crushed? Run fast Drivers on the
freeway are looking out for your best interest Have an Internal
Traffic Control Plan This job will be over in 24 hours. No need to
worry.
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Asphalt Paving Quiz Asphalt paving operations are most likely
to be conducted in fast-paced driving environments. Some of the
hazards that workers encounter are: (choose two) Moving vehicles
Getting dirty The flaggers will warn the drivers; trust them.
Flying debris
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Asphalt Paving Quiz Asphalt paving operations are most likely
to be conducted in fast-paced driving environments. Some of the
hazards that workers encounter are: (choose two) Moving vehicles
Getting dirty The flaggers will warn the drivers; trust them.
Flying debris
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Asphalt Paving Quiz Asphalt paving can have specific
environmental health hazards like fumes/vapors/burns. To ensure
local medical providers can assist in proper treatment, you will
need to know: (choose two) Scream Have and know the emergency
procedures for asphalt paving materials Have your MSDS on site It
just smells bad and it is not that hot
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Asphalt Paving Quiz Asphalt paving can have specific
environmental health hazards like fumes/vapors/burns. To ensure
local medical providers can assist in proper treatment, you will
need to know: (choose two) Scream Have and know the emergency
procedures for asphalt paving materials Have your MSDS on site It
just smells bad and it is not that hot
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Highway Worker Safety Program Bridge Construction Work
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Bridge Work Common Issues Falls from heights Traffic exposure
Sequencing can create confusion
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Bridge Work Fall Exposures Elevated falls From vehicle Deck
operations Pier operations Beam placement From elevated work site
Ladders & platforms
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Bridge Work Fall Exposures Same-level slip & trip Slip/trip
on existing materials, etc. Slip/trip while avoiding incoming
vehicle Uneven surfaces, including dirt Special exposures Railroad
at or near Over-water work
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Bridge Work Struck-by Exposures Suspended and/or moving loads
Debris/tools/materials Thrown/blown by wind Falling off passing
vehicle Falling from overhead structure
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Bridge Work Struck-by Exposures Vehicle Intrusion of
public-owned vehicle Construction vehicle Backing vehicle/equipment
Worker visibility reduced due to poor ambient lighting
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Bridge Work Caught-in-between Exposures Pier work Moving
material Excavation cave-in Deck work/pan installation Dropped
materials/tools Loading/unloading Maintenance work
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Bridge Work Electrical Exposures Overhead power lines Equipment
commonly in use Portable generators Lighting plants Weather-related
lightning Plant/shop operations
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Bridge Work Soft Tissue Exposures Manual material handling
Placement Overreaching Equipment access Acclimation of employees
Heat/cold adjustment
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Bridge Work Hazard Controls Engineering Administrative Safe
work practices Personal protective equipment Always See and Be
Seen!
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Bridge Work Engineering Controls Ensure steps/ladders on trucks
and equipment are in place and in good repair Maintain handrails at
all elevated work areas Proper fall protection anchorage to forms
and rebar Horizontal lifelines Retractable lifelines
Housekeeping
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Bridge Work Engineering Controls Tie off tools and materials
subject to falling Use toe boards on scaffolding and platforms
Store materials in safe manner MOT barriers Proximity warning
devices Rear view cameras Back-up alarms Slope/shore/trench box
use
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Bridge Work Engineering Controls Lock out/tag out equipment
Block if raised "NO MORE ON THE FLOOR" - Store materials
approximately waist high Lift and carry close to the body Use
automated systems Change positions frequently Provide water and
shade
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Bridge Work Engineering Controls Proper grounding De-energize
Insulate
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Bridge Work Administrative Controls Control riding in pickup
beds. Seat belts required/used. Educate workers on forms about
tie-off points use inside rebar, etc. Constant vigilance Constantly
refreshed escape plan Worker awareness/positioning Coordination
with railroads/Department of Transportation They will identify
special requirements Site-specific fall protection plan
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Bridge Work Administrative Controls Inspect rigging equipment
daily Always plan material and equipment movement in advance of
actual performance Warn workers to move when loads will pass
overhead Be observant Observe approaching vehicles, especially
pickups, for loose articles Layout of work area Planned traffic
flow Planned foot traffic flow
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Bridge Work Administrative Controls Identify overhead and
underground lines prior to start of work Flag overhead lines Draw
warnings on ground Avoid contact Use spotters Know adequate
distance for conditions Regular documented inspections Proper
maintenance
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Bridge Work Administrative Controls Lightning Electronic
tracking Written plan ID circumstance for moving to shelter Educate
workers to minimize exposure
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Bridge Work Administrative Controls Operator awareness and due
care Minimize backing. "No see" chart training Controlled access
areas Employee education to recognize hazards Employee rotation Get
help Educate workers on proper techniques Stretch & Flex
programs
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Bridge Work Personal Protective Equipment Controls PFD when
working over or near water Personal fall protection if elevated
stationing required Eye, face, and head protection High-visibility
clothing See and Be Seen! Personal flashing lights on workers' PPE
Face shield when cutting, chipping, or grinding Sturdy boots steel
toed slip-resistant soles
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Bridge Work Personal Protective Equipment Controls Back belts
(with physician approval) Vibration-resistant gloves
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Bridge Work Quiz When forming bridge abutments, columns, and
footers, construction workers are exposed most of the focus four
plus one hazards. Pick two types of controls that you have learned
about in this program that can be used to minimize or alleviate
these hazards: Engineering controls Cruise controls Crane controls
PPE
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Bridge Work Quiz When forming bridge abutments, columns, and
footers, construction workers are exposed most of the focus four
plus one hazards. Pick two types of controls that you have learned
about in this program that can be used to minimize or alleviate
these hazards: Engineering controls Cruise controls Crane controls
PPE
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Bridge Work Quiz Bridge construction takes place in all types
of weather. Which answer below is not a hazard associated with
building bridges during inclement weather? Electrocution from a
lightning strike Slip, trips, & falls associated with icy,
muddy, or wet conditions Struck-by hazards from materials being
blown around or off a bridge Catching cold from being in an
air-conditioned truck on a hot day
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Bridge Work Quiz Bridge construction takes place in all types
of weather. Which answer below is not a hazard associated with
building bridges during inclement weather? Electrocution from a
lightning strike Slip, trips, & falls associated with icy,
muddy, or wet conditions Struck-by hazards from materials being
blown around or off a bridge Catching cold from being in an air-
conditioned truck on a hot day
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Bridge Work Quiz Bridge work is very labor intensive. To avoid
soft tissue injuries while doing bridge work, you should not do
which one of the following: Practice proper lifting techniques Use
sawhorses to elevate wood when sawing forms Lift heavy materials
while twisting and turning Wear the proper PPE for specific
task
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Bridge Work Quiz Bridge work is very labor intensive. To avoid
soft tissue injuries while doing bridge work, you should not do
which one of the following: Practice proper lifting techniques Use
sawhorses to elevate wood when sawing forms Lift heavy materials
while twisting and turning Wear the proper PPE for specific
task
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Bridge Work Quiz Some of the "struck-by" hazards you should be
aware of while performing bridge work are: (choose three) Vehicles
and equipment moving materials around the bridge site Falling tools
and debris from overhead work Being struck by low-flying airplanes
Formwork being lifted and flown by cranes Kids riding bikes through
the project, striking workers
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Bridge Work Quiz Some of the "struck-by" hazards you should be
aware of while performing bridge work are: (choose three) Vehicles
and equipment moving materials around the bridge site Falling tools
and debris from overhead work Being struck by low-flying airplanes
Formwork being lifted and flown by cranes Kids riding bikes through
the project, striking workers
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Bridge Work Quiz Rebar placement and tying on bridge decks can
be a cause of soft tissue injuries if controls are not put in
place. Select two controls that will help you to avoid these types
of injuries: A good wellness program, including regular exercise,
stretching, and a good, healthy diet Wearing safety glasses so you
are not struck in the eye by a piece of rebar Getting help from
another member of your team, pre-planning the amount of rebar you
are going to lift, and avoiding twisting when bending over to place
it Having abs of steel so that you will have no soft tissue to
hurt
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Bridge Work Quiz Rebar placement and tying on bridge decks can
be a cause of soft tissue injuries if controls are not put in
place. Select two controls that will help you to avoid these types
of injuries: A good wellness program, including regular exercise,
stretching, and a good, healthy diet Wearing safety glasses so you
are not struck in the eye by a piece of rebar Getting help from
another member of your team, pre-planning the amount of rebar you
are going to lift, and avoiding twisting when bending over to place
it Having abs of steel so that you will have no soft tissue to
hurt
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Highway Worker Safety Program Concrete Paving & Patching
Operations
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Concrete Paving Common Issues Traffic exposures Heavy equipment
Manual material handling Noise & dust
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Concrete Paving Fall Exposures Concrete plant operations
Cleaning truck drums Into concrete pavement Elevated falls From
vehicle Same-level slip & trip Slip/trip on existing materials,
etc. Slip/trip while avoiding incoming vehicle From elevated work
site (for example, a pour on an existing bridge)
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Concrete Paving Struck-by Exposures Debris Thrown Blown by wind
Falling off passing vehicle Vehicle Public-owned vehicle
Construction vehicle Worker visibility reduced due to poor ambient
lighting
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Concrete Paving Struck-by Exposures Additional Concerns Traffic
control may fail due to: Driver inattention Impairment Mental
Physical Environmental conditions Lack of coordination of workers
from multiple companies Public vehicle accidents within the work
zone Moving parts
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Concrete Paving Struck-by Exposures Additional Concerns Falling
materials Pour locations close to structures Cleaning drum Airborne
concrete Chips Splatter
Concrete Paving Soft Tissue Exposures Placement Repetitive
motion Acclimation of employees Heat/cold adjustment Material
handling Truck tarps/cleaning Overreaching Equipment access
Screeding Repetitive motion Overexertion Poor posture Hand
troweling
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Concrete Paving Hazard Controls Engineering Administrative Safe
work practices Personal protective equipment Always See and Be
Seen!
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Concrete Paving Engineering Controls Maintain handrails at all
plant platforms Provide a handrailed elevated work platform at the
plant site Ensure steps on trucks in place Ensure handrails on
trucks are adequately maintained Ensure that steps are non-skid
Adequate lighting to ensure visibility of workers Adequate back-up
alarms Proximity warning devices
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Concrete Paving Engineering Controls Guarding Lock out/tag out
equipment Block if raised Rear view cameras Back-up alarms Proper
grounding of electrical tools Grounding of equipment Insulated hand
tools Avoid contact
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Concrete Paving Engineering Controls "NO MORE ON THE FLOOR" -
Store materials approximately waist high Lift and carry close to
the body Use automated systems Change positions frequently Provide
water and shade
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Concrete Paving Administrative Controls Constant vigilance
Constantly refreshed escape plan Worker positioning Watch
approaching vehicles for visible motion inside arm moving, etc.
Observe approaching vehicles, especially pickups, for loose
articles Layout of work area Planned traffic flow Planned foot
traffic flow Position to stay clear Hands clear of pinch
points
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Concrete Paving Administrative Controls Worker clearance from
utilities maintained Identify/Mark out - 811 Be aware Electronic
tracking of lightning Employee rotation Get help Educate workers on
proper techniques Stretch & Flex programs
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Concrete Paving Administrative Controls Do NOT: Be the tallest
object Stand in the open Stand under a tree Stand in a gazebo or
open shelter Stand next to or touch metal objects Stay next to
water Use electrically powered tools Use a plug-in phone or
computer with modem DO: Get into an enclosed building Get into a
car, truck, or van
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Concrete Paving Personal Protective Equipment Controls Personal
fall protection if elevated stationing required Eye, face, and head
protection High-visibility work wear Personal flashing lights on
workers' PPE NFPA 70E-compliant clothing where necessary Back belts
(with physician approval) Vibration-resistant gloves
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Concrete Paving Personal Protective Equipment Controls Sturdy
boots slip-resistant soles steel toed caustic resistant
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Concrete Paving Quiz When working in concrete during paving
operations, the recommended PPE is: (choose two) Rubber
gloves/rubber boots Short-sleeve shirt Leather, steel-toed boots
Safety glasses
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Concrete Paving Quiz When working in concrete during paving
operations, the recommended PPE is: (choose two) Rubber
gloves/rubber boots Short-sleeve shirt Leather, steel-toed boots
Safety glasses
Slide 150
Concrete Paving Quiz An employee can suffer a struck-by" injury
if not following the See and Be Seen" mantra when performing
concrete operations around moving parts such as concrete truck
chutes, pump hoses, and paving spreaders. This can cause: (choose
two) The concrete to go bad Lacerations or fractures The Mafia to
come after you Crushing and fatalities
Slide 151
Concrete Paving Quiz An employee can suffer a struck-by" injury
if not following the See and Be Seen" mantra when performing
concrete operations around moving parts such as concrete truck
chutes, pump hoses, and paving spreaders. This can cause: (choose
two) The concrete to go bad Lacerations or fractures The Mafia to
come after you Crushing and fatalities
Slide 152
Concrete Paving Quiz Concrete truck drivers and equipment
operators can suffer soft tissue injuries if they ignore the
following: Using their cell phones when backing up to dump their
load Wearing tennis shoes to help soften the impact when they jump
down from trucks and equipment Use of handrails and steps when
climbing on/off trucks and equipment Using care when walking on
uneven surfaces around their trucks and equipment
Slide 153
Concrete Paving Quiz Concrete truck drivers and equipment
operators can suffer soft tissue injuries if they ignore the
following: Using their cell phones when backing up to dump their
load Wearing tennis shoes to help soften the impact when they jump
down from trucks and equipment Use of handrails and steps when
climbing on/off trucks and equipment Using care when walking on
uneven surfaces around their trucks and equipment
Slide 154
Concrete Paving Quiz Inadequate use of PPE while handling
concrete can result in: (choose three) Concrete burns Soft tissue
injuries Silica exposure Not to worry; concrete will wash off.
Exposure will be minimal, so how bad could an injury be?
Slide 155
Concrete Paving Quiz Inadequate use of PPE while handling
concrete can result in: (choose three) Concrete burns Soft tissue
injuries Silica exposure Not to worry; concrete will wash off.
Exposure will be minimal, so how bad could an injury be?
Slide 156
Concrete Paving Quiz Screeding and hand trowel operations can
cause an employee to have injuries related to repetitive motion,
awkward postures, and overexertion. Measures used to control these
exposures are: (choose two) Change position frequently. Keep the
same workers doing the same job day in and day out. Use powered
screeds and trowels. Use a small screed.
Slide 157
Concrete Paving Quiz Screeding and hand trowel operations can
cause an employee to have injuries related to repetitive motion,
awkward postures, and overexertion. Measures used to control these
exposures are: (choose two) Change position frequently. Keep the
same workers doing the same job day in and day out. Use powered
screeds and trowels. Use a small screed.
Slide 158
Highway Worker Safety Program Demolition Operations
Slide 159
Demolition Falls from heights Falling objects Uneven surfaces
Collapse Traffic exposures Noise and dust
Slide 160
Demolition Fall Exposures Elevated work From equipment
Unguarded elevated surfaces Same level Slips/trips Sawing Shoveling
Wet/slick environment
Slide 161
Demolition Struck-by Exposures Falling /flying debris from the
demolition process Work zone intrusions Reduced visibility Impaired
drivers Inattention Cell phones Limited physical barriers Lack of
knowledge/experience Working behind non-positive barriers Equipment
and construction vehicle traffic within work zone
Slide 162
Demolition Struck-by Exposures Equipment/employee moves into
oncoming traffic Loading & unloading of equipment Complacency
Worker visibility reduced due to poor ambient lighting Blind spots
Glare Working near rotating/moving equipment Debris Windblown,
falling from vehicles
Slide 163
Demolition Caught-in-between Exposures Vehicular traffic in the
work zone Backing vehicle Intruding vehicle Moving/rotating
equipment parts Equipment operation Equipment maintenance
Complacency, inattention Improper communication Electronic (radio,
cell) Loading/unloading Backhoe work Unstable structures
Demolition Hazard Controls Engineering Administrative Safe work
practices Personal protective equipment Always See and Be
Seen!
Slide 167
Demolition Engineering Controls Proper lighting Ensure truck
and equipment steps and guardrails are in place and in good
condition, of non-skid material Exceptional housekeeping Guardrails
around open or removed areas Debris netting Position arrow-board
truck properly Back-up alarms/Spotters/Back-up cameras Stage
vehicles so if hit, vehicles will turn into barrier wall Pre-work
engineering study, including design of temporary support
structures
Slide 168
Demolition Engineering Controls Proper guarding of rotating
equipment Lock out/tag out equipment Block if raised Secure
temporary structures and items to be removed Proper equipment
labeling Position to stay clear Internal Traffic Control Plan
Minimize backing
Slide 169
Demolition Engineering Controls Use GFCIs Use non-conductive
tools Perform lock out/tag out Ensure proper grounding Ensure
electrical wiring meets code Ground prong for extension cords
Minimize exposure maintain distance
Slide 170
Demolition Engineering Controls "NO MORE ON THE FLOOR" - Store
materials approximately waist high Lift and carry close to the body
Use automated systems Change positions frequently Provide water and
shade
Slide 171
Demolition Administrative Controls Safety Always attitude
Ongoing employee education Teamwork Maintain awareness Worker
awareness/positioning Inspect jobsite during the day
Slide 172
Demolition Administrative Controls Practice See and Be Seen
Worker awareness/positioning Constant vigilance Constantly
refreshed escape plan Pre-established and known traffic flow plan
Maintain awareness by all Vehicle/equipment Inspection
Slide 173
Demolition Administrative Controls Teamwork Layout of work area
Planned foot traffic flow Watch approaching vehicles for visible
motion inside arm moving, etc. Observe approaching vehicles,
especially pickups, for loose articles Compliance audits/correction
Train to expect/cooperate Hands clear of pinch points Lock out/tag
out equipment Operator awareness and due care