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Job Steps Hazards Controls C <br /> Place asphalt Exposure to moving Equipment and systems must be checked for proper operation at the start of each shift.Machines must be equipped <br /> to grade. pavement with operable service, emergency, and parking brakes. All vehicles must be equipped with a manually-operated <br /> equipment and warning device. <br /> dump trucks. <br /> Ensure personnel involved in work are trained and familiar with job requirements. All personnel shall wear high <br /> waterproof work boots, safety goggles or safety glasses, chemical-resistant and heavy-duty gloves, hardhats, high- <br /> visibility vests, long-sleeved shirts, sturdy pants, and earplugs. <br /> Do not move between the paving machine and backing trucks. Do not work or stand near the hopper of the paving <br /> machine when a materials truck is making its initial dump. Idle down any piece of equipment and securely set <br /> parking brake before leaving the operators station, even if only for a short time. Do not leave paving machine <br /> unattended while the screed is heating. Paving machine operators must signal any time they intend to resume M <br /> travel from a stationary position. <br /> Never operate a paving machine at speeds which will cause ground personnel to work carelessly.Watch out for co- <br /> workers; personnel concentrating on their assigned duties may be completely unaware of possible hazards. <br /> Burns from hot Remove any other source of ignition within at least 100' of paving operation. Ensure fire-extinguishing equipment <br /> asphalt mix. (foam type) is easily accessible. <br /> Exposure to asphalt Workers should wash hands before eating and leaving the work site, using soap or other safe cleaners. It is <br /> fumes and solvents. recommended that workers change out of work clothes before going home to prevent bringing asphalt or solvents <br /> home. <br />