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Job Steps Hazards Controls C (CONT'D) (CONT'D) Do not jackhammer down beyond the depth of the cutting bit. The jackhammer shall be used at a slight angle, towards you so the possibility of getting stuck with the tip or chisel into the surface is minimized.This will also allow Demolish Injury from you to get a better control and grip of the jackhammer and prevent the tool from getting out of control. If using an and remove jackhammer. electric jackhammer, workers must locate the electrical cord on their shoulder to prevent accidental damages to asphalt. the cord that can cause electrocution. Secure hose ends to prevent whipping if an accidental cut or break occurs. When leaving the jackhammer unattended shut off the air supply and relieve pressure from the supply hose before changing tool points. Silica exposure Per OSHA Compliance Guide for Silica: Use jackhammer with water delivery system that supplies a continuous during jackhammer stream or spray of water at the point of impact OR use tool equipped with commercially available shroud and dust use. collection system. Operate and maintain tool in accordance with manufacturer's instructions to minimize dust emissions. For jackhammering operations being conducted outdoors for less than four hours, respirators are not required. For jackhammering operations being conducted outdoors for more than four hours, an air-purifying respirator with a protection factor of 10 (APF10) shall be worn. All workers wearing respirators shall be trained, M medically evaluated, and fit-tested. Exposure to moving Equipment shall be inspected daily to ensure safe operating conditions. Equipment shall be operated only by equipment. designated, qualified personnel. Equipment shall not be operated in a manner that will endanger persons or property nor shall the safe operating speeds or loads be exceeded. Equipment shall be operated in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations. The use of cell phones or any other electronic device that may cause distraction is prohibited while operating equipment. Exposure to silica In accordance with the OSHA Compliance Guide for the Silica Standard in Construction: Apply water and/or dust during demo with suppressants as necessary to minimize dust emissions. Alternatively, when the equipment operator is the only machine. employee engaged in the task,operate equipment from within an enclosed cab.As long as work is being performed outdoors, using water or dust suppressants, or from inside an enclosed cab, respirator use is not required.Workers shall eat and drink only in dust-free areas.