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Job Hazard Analysis for Site Preparation
The Job Hazard Analysis workflow provides site preparation contractors a disciplined review before excavation, trenching, or grading. Teams assess underground utility marks, soil type, benching or shoring needs, equipment travel paths, and weather impacts. The checklist records hazards, controls, PPE, and traffic plans. Supervisors verify spotters, spoil pile placement, egress ladders, and barricades. Findings are covered during the morning huddle and posted at access points. Standardizing the review reduces incidents, drives compliance, and protects profitability. Clients gain confidence in safe, professional site operations supported by clear documentation.
Identify trenching access point
Divide into grade, dig, secure BMPs
Collapse risk, utility strikes, dust
Assess trench cave-in and utility hits
Mark lines, dig shallow, use vac-truck
Hi-vis, hard hat, steel toe boots
Review grade and erosion plans
Confirm dig and slope prep roles
Site crew signs excavation plan
Pin to erosion fence or cart
Check flagging and dig depth
Revise trench line or erosion fix
File trench hazard sheet
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Matt Richards
Completed June 9
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Sandra Nichols
Completed June 10
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Assign Member
June 11
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Assign Member
June 12
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