Backfilling and Compaction MVL
Backfilling and Compaction MVL
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Step Description of Task Hazard Risk Risk Control Measures/
Responsible Party
No. Step level Preventive Measures
1 Securely fasten all materials stored or stacked against falling
or sliding
Proper cribbing under material
Store in proper area
Tripping / Falling
Falling Objects/ Sprains / Material will not be lifted above or over personnel
Strains Serious bodily Use adequate manpower and/or equipment to deliver Supervisor/safety Officer
Unloading & Material Storage Low
Back Injury injury materials to their locations SEC. 14.C.01 ,02,03
Tripping / Falling Use proper lifting procedures
Eye Injury
Orderly housekeeping shall be maintained
Materials, tools and chemicals labeled and stored properly
3 Compact Backfill with a 1. Injuries to operator or Discomfort Eye, Low Do not operate equipment until you are completely trained by
Vibratory Roller others from the misuse of nose, and lung a qualified operator in how to use the controls, know its
equipment. irritation capabilities, dimensions, and all safety requirements.
2. Particles and Debris in Backache Keep all step plates; grab bars, pedals, and controls free of dirt,
the Eyes Cut Injuries grease, debris, and oil.
3. Hands, body parts, or Only allow workers directly involved in with this activity to be
clothing caught in around the equipment when it is operating.
equipment during Do not allow riders on the attachment or the prime mover.
operation Injuries to Do not operate the equipment from anywhere other than the Site Engineer, Activity Supervisor & HSE
operator or others from correct operator’s position.
the misuse of equipment 18.A.04, 18,B.,18 B.03a,b.c
Never leave equipment unattended with the engine running or
with this attachment in a raised position.
18.B.05,06,08
Do not alter or remove any safety feature from the prime
mover or this attachment.
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Step Description of Task Hazard Risk Risk Control Measures/
Responsible Party
No. Step level Preventive Measures
4. Use of Plate Compaction Hand-Arms Vibration Physical & bodily Low Ensure all guards are in place before operating
Machine Syndrome, Noise injuries. machine.
induce hearing loss, Check controls for proper response. Shut down the
Body vibration, machine if a fault is detected.
Entrapment
Fire hazard. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets or other jewellery which may get caught in
the moving parts.
Do not overreach. Ensure proper footing and balance Site Engineer, Activity Supervisor & HSE
when working with the tool. 18.A.04, 18,B.,18 B.03a,b.c
Check the condition of the machine at the end of each
day and report any damage or defects 18.B.05,06,08
Do not smoke or bring any fire or flame near the fuel
whilst re-fuelling or operating the machine.
Always shut off the engine and allow it to cool before
re-fuelling. Relieve fuel tank pressure by loosening the
fuel cap slowly
Use appropriate PPE such as Earmuff, dust mask, safety
glasses and hand gloves.
Ensure to instruct workers to replace fluids being used from Safety Officer/ Supervisor
Working in climate Weather Physical Injury due All worker exposed the body by taking appropriate drinking water
Exposure to Hot Weather under direct sunlight Sec.06.J 01,02,03.06.1.06 a, b,
Ensure appropriate dress code in cold/hot weather
(sand Storm-dust and
skin/eye irritation Management Team must ensure that all working and testing
crew/personnel should follow client safety instructions and
Low respond to their safety policy
Ensure close monitoring by the activity supervisor and
5. assigned safety
Ensure proper site timing while working as approved by the
Site Management Team.
General Slips, Trips and Falls Fire Low Site of works to be kept neat and tidy at all times.
Housekeeping of site Discarded materials / Falling,
Keep the area organized and tidy at all times.
waste.
Materials poorly stored / Tripping Hazard Waste to be immediately placed into waste containers
untidy. / Receptacles.
Supervisor/safety Officer sec.2.A 2
6. Work areas not Store all materials securely and tidy.
B.01,02 & 03
maintained. Ensure all work areas are properly lit.
Poorly lighted work areas. Wear appropriate footwear and clothing to prevent
Inappropriate footwear / Segregation of materials
clothing.
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