JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS (JSA)

TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK

JSA Number: JSA Title:

Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
1. Site preparation  Poor communication M  DESCON employees shall have mandatory training. L
between work parties.  Work permit from the client, with all concurring parties signatures
approval must be obtained prior to start of work and display at
site
 Safety requirements stated on the work permit must be available on
 Inexperience persons / lack site and strictly followed
of safety awareness  Toolbox talk shall be conducted to all personnel on site &
documented before start of work.
 Appropriate PPE shall be worn by all personnel at site.
 Assigned trained dedicated Banks man for job with reflective jacket.
 No water no work policy shall be followed.
 Heat stress  Work Schedule according to heat Index
 Ear protection shall be worn where required.
 Noise  Noise meter will be made available at site.
 Maintenance of equipment on regular basis.
 Vehicles Movement  Use of Approved/Trained license drivers.
 Vehicle movements on site shall be controlled by banks man
 Appropriate signage to be provided.
 JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS (JSA)
TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK

JSA Number: JSA Title:

Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
2. Transportation of  Failure of equipment M  Conduct toolbox talk and LMRA prior to start of work at L
material to Work /crane /Trailer/ Pickup/ the specific location.
location including Truck etc  Ensure the condition of equipment, inspected, sticker Placed
removal of sludge  Road traffic accident during and for appropriate color code.
drums etc transportation of Tanks  All rigging gear shall be certified.
By Using Crane shell plates, pipe spools/  Synthetic belt or nylon sling shall be used instead of
,Trailer, Boom Truck supports and other steel wire rope for holding of material.
Pickup etc material.
 Ensure crane operators and riggers fully understand all work
tasks and hazards.
 Load shall be secured on the trailer bed to
 Body part injury during prevent accidental fall.
loading and unloading  Crane operator shall have the third party, certified
operation and applicable license.
 Use proper tag line during loading /off loading material.
 Access route shall be surveyed before transporting the Shell
Plates ,pipes & support material etc.
 Barricade with appropriate sign board on the effective area.
Riggers shall be experienced and third party certified.

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 JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS (JSA)
TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK

JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK

Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
 Use leather gloves for hand protection.
 Pinch point.  Keep away body parts (hand, feet, head, e.t.c) from the line
of fire (LOF).
 Suitable length of trailer shall be arranged according to
length of Shell Plates, pipe spools, supports etc.
 Vehicle hit to existing  Red flag at the back end of long pipe spool shall
facility be provided.
.  Site specific traffic rules shall be followed.
 All vehicle movements will be controlled by a certified banks
man.
 Banks man shall be provided for reversing vehicle.

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
3. Confined space  Lake of Communication H  All personnel working in confined space must have L
entry. confined space training.
 PRL confined space procedure shall be followed.
 Hole watcher is attentive all the time during confined
 Ventilation. space activity. Lighting provided in CSE to be 24V.
 Easy communication between hole watcher and supervisor
 Damage material is established all the time.
 Ensure that passage and transport rout is clear during
 Oxygen deficiency confined space activities. Proper access/agrees should be
accumulation of toxic maintained.
gases  Gas test to be done by AGT prior to entering into
the confined space.
 A trained and qualified individual should outside the tank
with the responsibility of ensuring the safety of authorized
entrants (Fabricator, Fitter, Welder e.tc) through the
performance pre‐entry briefing, checking and inspecting
 Physical hazards PPE, equipment and tools and performing regular
monitoring in ensuring person working inside pipe remains
safe for entry and occupation.

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
 A written rescue plan that has provision for conducting a
timely rescue of individuals working inside the pipe
(Confined Space) should be kept on site. Raising the alarm
in the event of an emergency using the radio/mobile
phones provided to them.
 Ensure effective communication systems for the entry are
tested.
 Improper stacking of  Proper light should be provided less than 25v.
material  All material stack proper and category wise.
 Rescue arrangement shall be made while working more
than five meter inside large bore size.
 Unauthorized entrant  PRL SHE&S Procedure shall be followed.
 Close supervision required while working inside.
 Lack of oxygen  Execute the work under close supervision and presence of
/oxygen/ air hole watcher.
deficiency  Proper air supply to be provided or air mover will
be provided.
 Proper ventilation shall be there.
 Working crew shell be trained for confined space working.

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
4 Preparation of  Damage of original flange M  Proper and valid PTW to be obtained where applicable
water jetting of pipeline  Supervisor to conduct Tool box Talks and fill SAP
Tightening(manual  Property damage Sheet before start of activity.
and by machine)  Machinery, equipment or  Engineer/Supervisor to plan the job before starting activity.
portable tools in poor  Supervisor to ensure the availability of Method Statement,
condition/substandard Safe Work Method Statement & Risk Assessment at job
 Damage of stud threads location
 Supervisor having good communication skills
 Communication to manpower in the language they
understand
 Proper communication means (e.g. radio) to be provided
 Deployment of skilled manpower
 Follow safety precautions for rigging job.
 Use tools as per job requirement
 Use of uncertified /  Physical inspection of tools before each use for wear & tear
un‐ calibrated  Supervisor to ensure availability of proper and sufficient
equipments quantity of PPE’S

 Personal injury

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
 Use all PPE’S as per job requirement
 Damage of threads of studs  Keep away hands and body parts away from the trap point.
 Pre/post inspection of equipment/ machinery will be
conducted.
 Tightening of studs will be in sequence to make leak
 Leaking during hydro proof joints.
testing  Gaskets will be placed between flanges.
 Adequate supervision will be at all work places.
 Calibrated equipment with certificates will be used
 Defective equipment  Use of proper and defect free tools / equipment
 Safety device of equipment in functioning condition (e.g.
 Uncelebrated gauges relief valve)
 Pressure relief safety valve (PRSV) Gauges tested and
 Unauthorized entry calibrated. Manifest tested and certified.
 At appropriate distance & proper hard barricade for above
and underground job points.
 Use appropriate safety signboards for air flushing / cleaning
job

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
 Slipping/tripping  Barricade the affected areas with sign board.
 Full time supervision of the job.
 Inspect affected areas to ensure it does not conflict
 Personal injury with other activities.
 All connection to be checked for tightness and secured with
correct hose clamps safely and whip device.
Filling of water  Leaking M  Engineer/Supervisor to plan the job before starting activity.
in line / tanks  Information to working groups in surrounding area about
with this activity.
pump/manual  Property damage  Supervisor to recheck isolation and lock out / tag out
before starting job
 Use of proper tools for the job & no misuse of tools
 Personal injury  Crew will be available to tight the flanges during water
filling if needed.
 Environmental problem  Water filling will be done smoothly to ensure leak proofing.
 Securing from tripping hazard will be ensured by proper
house keeping
 Apply Lock out/Tag out procedure to each valve isolating

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
from connected system.
 Use appropriate blind valve.
 Team will be alert to attend any leakage.
Building up required  Working without PTW M  Engineer/Supervisor to make sure valid PTW made available
test pressure ready on site.
for water jetting  Improper planning  Engineer/Supervisor to plan the job before starting activity.
 Supervisor to conduct TSTI and step back 5x5 &
 Unauthorized personnel communicate hazards associated with the job to working
entry group
 Information to working groups in surrounding area about
this activity.
 Area will be properly barricaded
 Patrolling of the barricaded area will be done from
outside the barrier
 Supervisor to have sufficient communication means e.g.
 Uncelebrated gauges radio or cell phone
 Supervisor to recheck isolation and lock out / tag out
before starting job

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
 Poor lighting during  Adequate lighting arrangement should be made available
evening / night (100~150 Lux Minimum).
 Use of Improper tools  Use of proper tools for the job & no misuse of tools
 Personal injury  Appropriate PPE’S will be worn as per job requirement and
job atmosphere / environment
 Property Damage  Workers attending equipment will not leave the equipment
 Damage of flange un‐attended and wear applicable PPE’S
 Supervisor to communicate & ensure that no tightening of
flanges will be done whilst the line is under pressure.
Place warning tag Do not Operate & Under Pressure.
 Only calibrated gauges to be used
 Environmental problems
 Periodic checks for leakage to be done
 Maintain working area clean and tidy.
 Pressure will be built smoothly.
 Pressure will be recorded during building up pressure.
 Team will be alert during the phase.
 Improper access and
egress.  Signboards of hydro testing will be placed.

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
 Authorized entry will be ensured to avoid personal injury in
case of leaking.
 Proper access will be provided for emergency.
 Heat stress  Only suitably qualified and experienced personnel will be
deployed at all work faces.
 Adequate venting will take place at all high points to
release entrapped gas / air
 Ensure availability of cold water at job site in summer
 Drink water frequently to avoid dehydration in summer
 Ensure availability of heat stress shelter at job site
in summer
 Improper communication
 Act as per instructions against each flag color to
 Poor emergency response
prevent yourself from heat stress in summer
 Ensure availability of 1st aider, 1st aid kit and list of
1st aiders at job site
 List of emergency numbers to be made available Sup. To
have Descon Emergency Numbers Card
 Vehicle to be there at job site to be used in case of medical

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
emergency / personal injury
5 Water jetting  Damage equipment / H  Equipment should be inspected before used. L
/cleaning removal poor maintenance  Proper equipment maintenance should be done.
of sludge from tank
 In experience person H  Operator should be experience and qualified L
 Falling over /slip trip M  House keeping and job area to be reviewed and clean up L
and fall if necessary prior to commencing job.
 Extreme care to be taken inside confined space
 Non Protection of body H  Ensure standard PPE is worn as a minimum and wear L
part other item identified
 Hazardous Atmosphere M  Carefully read and follow the confined space entry permit L
requirements ie breathing apparatus LEL etc
 Cutting of limbs/ hit M  Hose restrainers to be installed on hoses before L
to body part. commencing work.
 Hand gun fitted with control trigger , cleaning to
be control be by hand gun.
 Safety watch should be provided,
 Area should be barricaded.

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
 Gun barrel to be minimum of 1.2 meters
 Gun hose or lance operator to ensure his stance is
braced and firm.
 To avoid direct pressure of jet at limbs work facing away
from the body.
 Noise M  Ear muff / plug must be worn by all people in the L
immediate vicinity of the work being carried out and at the
jet.
 Whipping around M  All hose connections must be fitted with clips or some L
method of restraining device at all time.
 Injury to operators M  Pressure ratings to be checked , al hoses and fittings to L
be checked from damage prior to use.
 Overriding safety switch M  No live gunning will be permitted at any time. L
6  Manual handling /  Pinch points. M  Supervisor will be responsible to complete safe activity pre‐ L
Shifting of sludge  Hand injury  Use appropriate PPE’S as per job requirement.
 Maintain good housekeeping to avoid injuries.
 Plan before manual lifting
 Use manual handling / lifting Aids like trolley etc.

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
 Ensure no obstruction at job point, access/egress
 When long period of manual handling is required, give
 Drop of material. appropriate breaks.
 Keep the load as close to body as possible.
 Keeping load away from  Move feet rather than twisting back during manual
body handling.
 Avoid wearing tight clothing which may restrict body
 Muscular skeletal disease, movement
 Back pain  Ensure strong gripping during manual handling
 Bend your knees and not back during manual handling
 Lifting by bending back / lifting
 Use legs a the pivot point to raise or lower body with
the back straightened when lifting or lowering load
 Lifting unmanageable load  Shoulders should be kept level.
 Look ahead, not down at the load, once it has been
held securely.
 Material handling tools or equipment, such as barrows and
trolleys, should have handle heights that are between the

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
shoulder and waist.
 Such tools or equipment should be well maintained,
with wheels that run smoothly.
 Exhaustion  Assistance should be provided to handlers negotiating a
slope or ramp.
 Loads should travel over a smooth & even surface.
7 Extended  Inadequate lighting in and M  Adequate lighting at work area and Access/Egress area. L
hour/night Works around work areas, Emergency route to muster point to be clearly illuminated.
(Actual works will causing shadows or poorly  Proper cable management
be the same as lit work areas that could
 Use clear safety glass for night work for good visibility.
day work) result in unsafe acts and
 Warning Lights and sign boards.
injuries taking place
 Trained Flag man for equipment movement provided with
signal torch.
 Close supervision required while working in night shift.
8 Emergency  Poor Communication M  Educate the workforce about Emergency Procedure. L
Procedure /  All safety sign board shall be displayed properly at site.
Response  In case of any Emergency all work will be stopped, Shut

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JSA Number: JSA Title: TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK
Area: Activity: Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc Date

Task Description Hydro jetting , removal and cleaning of sludge etc

Uncontrolled Residual Risk

Risk
Step Activity Hazard H M L Control Measures H M L
down all running equipment & Machineries and reported to
Muster Point
 Improper Access/ Egress  Proper Access & Egress shall be available.
 All Workforces shall know the Muster Point location.
 PRL Emergency Procedure to be followed.
 Emergency # 00000000
 PRL Medical # 00000000
9 House keeping  Trips and fall M  All waste generated shall be contained and disposed off in L
designated waste skips.
 Sharp Objects  Do not store materials/equipments inside the plant area.
 Use Proper Personal protective equipment for handling of
 Equipment damage waste.
 All materials shall be removed from the site to a
safe storage location immediately after the work.

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