| Step | Potential Hazard | Control |
|---|---|---|
| Assess work area | Traffic exposure, uneven surfaces, pedestrian hazards, overhead obstructions | Conduct site walk through; establish MUTCD compliant work zone; assign lookout; check for low wires or tree limbs |
| Inspect paver | Hydraulic leaks, worn augers, faulty sensors, screed damage, inoperative alarms | Perform pre operation inspection; test conveyor, augers, screed heat, steering, backup alarm, and lights |
| Don required PPE | Hot asphalt, eye injuries, noise, struck by hazards | Wear proper PPE including heat resistant gloves for screed operators |
| Position paver at start point | Backing hazards, blind spots, traffic, soft edges | Use spotter; activate beacons; align paver straight with starting line; avoid placing paver on unstable shoulders |
| Coordinate with dump trucks | Struck by truck, trapping hazards between vehicles, hot asphalt exposure | Use radios or hand signals; truck must approach slowly; maintain safe distance between paver and truck; never stand between truck and paver |
| Begin unloading asphalt into hopper | Asphalt splatter, burns, airborne fumes | Stand to the side of hopper; avoid leaning over; use heat resistant gloves if clearing material |
| Start conveyor and auger system | Moving parts, entanglement, pinch points | Keep hands, feet, and tools away from conveyors and augers; maintain guards in place |
| Operate screed | Burns from hot surfaces, pinch points, trip hazards | Wear heat resistant gloves; avoid touching screed plates; keep walkway clear of tools; maintain even footing |
| Maintain alignment and paving speed | Drifting into traffic, inconsistent mat thickness | Use guide lines; communicate with operator; adjust speed gradually |
| Monitor asphalt flow | Segregation, asphalt cool spots, bridging in hopper | Inspect material flow; use vibrators or push asphalt manually only with tools, never hands; maintain hopper level |
| Watch for ground crew | Struck by paver, backing hazards, communication breakdown | Maintain radio or visual contact; stop if crew enters unsafe proximity; assign dedicated spotter |
| Handle screed adjustments | Burns, sudden screed drop, improper settings | Make adjustments only when safe; use heat resistant gloves; avoid placing body under screed |
| Shut down paver | Hot components, moving parts, hydrostatic movement | Park on level ground; disengage conveyors and augers; allow screed to cool; shut down engine |
| Clean equipment | Burns from hot asphalt, tools slipping | Wait for safe temperature if possible; use long handled tools; keep water nearby to cool tools |
| Final site cleanup | Residual asphalt lumps, trip hazards | Remove loose debris; ensure pickup zones are marked for rollers |
| Remove traffic control | Exposure to live traffic during takedown | Remove devices in reverse order; maintain lookout; keep PPE on until crew is clear |
Hard hat
Safety glasses or face shield
High visibility vest or jacket (Class 3 recommended)
Steel toe boots
Cut resistant gloves
Hearing protection
Heat resistant gloves (for screed work)
Long pants and long sleeves
Respiratory protection as needed for fumes or dust
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 | Traffic exposure, uneven surfaces, pedestrian hazards, overhead obstructions | Conduct site walk through; establish MUTCD compliant work zone; assign lookout; check for low wires or tree limbs |
| Inspect paver | Hydraulic leaks, worn augers, faulty sensors, screed damage, inoperative alarms | Perform pre operation inspection; test conveyor, augers, screed heat, steering, backup alarm, and lights |
| Don required PPE | Hot asphalt, eye injuries, noise, struck by hazards | Wear proper PPE including heat resistant gloves for screed operators |
| Position paver at start point | Backing hazards, blind spots, traffic, soft edges | Use spotter; activate beacons; align paver straight with starting line; avoid placing paver on unstable shoulders |
| Coordinate with dump trucks | Struck by truck, trapping hazards between vehicles, hot asphalt exposure | Use radios or hand signals; truck must approach slowly; maintain safe distance between paver and truck; never stand between truck and paver |
| Begin unloading asphalt into hopper | Asphalt splatter, burns, airborne fumes | Stand to the side of hopper; avoid leaning over; use heat resistant gloves if clearing material |
| Start conveyor and auger system | Moving parts, entanglement, pinch points | Keep hands, feet, and tools away from conveyors and augers; maintain guards in place |
| Operate screed | Burns from hot surfaces, pinch points, trip hazards | Wear heat resistant gloves; avoid touching screed plates; keep walkway clear of tools; maintain even footing |
| Maintain alignment and paving speed | Drifting into traffic, inconsistent mat thickness | Use guide lines; communicate with operator; adjust speed gradually |
| Monitor asphalt flow | Segregation, asphalt cool spots, bridging in hopper | Inspect material flow; use vibrators or push asphalt manually only with tools, never hands; maintain hopper level |
| Watch for ground crew | Struck by paver, backing hazards, communication breakdown | Maintain radio or visual contact; stop if crew enters unsafe proximity; assign dedicated spotter |
| Handle screed adjustments | Burns, sudden screed drop, improper settings | Make adjustments only when safe; use heat resistant gloves; avoid placing body under screed |
| Shut down paver | Hot components, moving parts, hydrostatic movement | Park on level ground; disengage conveyors and augers; allow screed to cool; shut down engine |
| Clean equipment | Burns from hot asphalt, tools slipping | Wait for safe temperature if possible; use long handled tools; keep water nearby to cool tools |
| Final site cleanup | Residual asphalt lumps, trip hazards | Remove loose debris; ensure pickup zones are marked for rollers |
| Remove traffic control | Exposure to live traffic during takedown | Remove devices in reverse order; maintain lookout; keep PPE on until crew is clear |
Hard hat
Safety glasses or face shield
High visibility vest or jacket (Class 3 recommended)
Steel toe boots
Cut resistant gloves
Hearing protection
Heat resistant gloves (for screed work)
Long pants and long sleeves
Respiratory protection as needed for fumes or dust