Job Safety Analysis Worksheet

Perth Commercial Fitouts ABN: 56014971010

1/152 Balcatta Road, Balcatta 6021 - PO Box 558 Balcatta 6914
Job Description Commercial Walls, Ceiling, Carpentry & Joinery

Person Leading JSA Line Manager Team Carpenters Ceiling Fixers JSA
(Site Manager/Supervisor/Line Members Labourers No.
Manager)
Work location Job Site Pag 1 of 16
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This hazard analysis is to be carried out by the Contractor/Subcontractors Site Manager or Supervisor as part of the appraisal of workplace hazards.
The analysis should identify all key steps in the process or processes undertaken. Where an operation involves more than one process, all
processes and their respective steps must be listed. Risks are to be rated according to the tables contained in Section 8. All personnel undertaking
the work shall sign the JSA indicating that they have been instructed in the JSA and understand its requirements. Were there is insufficient room on
the front of the JSA. The names and signatures should be placed on the rear
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1 General Planning
2 On site delivery of materials to
be used in ceiling fixing work
Inadequate training, instruction and
supervision can result in personal
injury.
Unprepared lay-down areas for
ceiling sheets and materials may
cause slips, trips and falls, and may
also cause site access and egress
ways to be obstructed.
A3 All employees & subcontractors to be D2 PCF Mgmt
provided with safety training to include
- general safety induction
- site specific induction
- tool box talk on the contents of
JSA
Supervision to be provided on site.
Instruction to be provided on all Job Steps
listed in this JSA
A3 Liaise with supervision/project manager to D2 PCF/BUILDER
ensure when materials are delivered to
site that a safe lay down area is
established and then maintained to a safe
standard.

3 Unloading materials on site Load may have moved when material B3 Ensure stability of the load before D2 PCF/BUILDER
was transported to site thus potentially removing the load bearing ropes, straps
creating a hazard. etc.
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4 All on site activities where Injuries to All employees will be provided with and will be ALL
personal protective equipment is head A4 expected to wear as required the following
required personal protective equipment (PPE)
eyes A4
complying with relevant Australian Standards
hearing A4 as required (subcontractors to supply their
hands A4 own)
feet A4 safety helmets D3
skin
A4 safety footwear D3
respiratory system
A4 safety glasses D3
injuries caused through falling
hearing protection D3
safety gloves D3
respiratory protection
D3
skin protection
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5 Manual handling Back, spine and muscular injuries A4 To reduce the risk of manual handling injuries:- D2 All
Liaise with suppliers regarding the
positioning of materials at workplaces to
reduce long travel distances between lay
down areas and the workface.
Plan and consider situations where work
is to be carried out in sloping areas and to
the transportation and the positioning of
materials.
Use planks on soft sand to create firm
surfaces for wheelbarrows/trolley runs.
Provide adequate manpower.
Use team lifts.
6 Lifting ceiling sheets into Falls A4 All mobile scaffolding erected by ceiling fixers D2 Ceiling
place. will not exceed a height of 4 metres. Further, Fixers
all mobile scaffolding erected by the ceiling
fixers will be erected to Australian Standards
and the manufacturers requirements for safe
erection of mobile scaffolding.
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7 Using Trestles Falls B4 All trestles used in the workplace will be D3 Ceiling
approved and used in accordance with safe Fixers
work procedures. Working platforms on
trestles will not exceed 2 metres distance from
ground
8 Ceiling fixers using ladders for Falls from heights A5 Ladders used by ceiling fixers will be:- D3 Ceiling
access to work areas Fixers
suited for the purpose
inspected before use and periodically
thereafter to ensure they are in good
condition.
be erected as per regulations and in
accordance with Australian Standards.
extend beyond the working platform by 1
metre and be secured.
be erected at a 4:1 ration (ie have a 1 in 4
slope)
be erected on a firm surface.
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9 Exposure to electricity on site Electrocutions and burns to employees A5 Appropriate safety training and instruction D3 All
and use of electrically and other trades. to be delivered.
operated equipment Only industrially rated electrical
equipment will be used. Cords/leads will
be positioned to prevent physical
damage. Residual current devices (RCD)
will be used to protect every circuit.
The use of domestic type appliances
(double adaptors, multi-board outlet
devices etc) will be prohibited at every
location on site.
Overhead electrical wires will be identified
and controls implemented. Eg scaffolding
and controlling access/exposure to
overhead lines.
All electrical tools and equipment will be
tested and tagged by a licensed
electrician on a 3 monthly basis. Repairs
will only be carried out by licensed
electrician.
Ensure power supply is turned off when
working in roof spaces.
Before carrying out demolition work
ensure electrical points have been cut
and sealed by an electrician.
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10 Installation of glass wool Eye irritation B4 All persons involved with the installation of D2 All
insulation and fibreglass Skin irritation B4 fibreglass or glass wool insulation will: (covers
Upper respiratory problems eye/skin
B4
From airborne fibres irritation
Comply with minimum requirements as
and
set out in the National Standard
respirato
addressing synthetic mineral fibres
ry
specifically.
problem
Have easy access to the material safety s)
data sheets (MSDS) for information on
safe work procedures.
Be informed of the safe system of work
for glass wool insulation
Be provided with the appropriate personal
protective equipment (PPE) to wear as
required

11 Housekeeping and storage of Eye irritation A3 All loose glass-wool/fibreglass insulation D2 (to Labourer
fibreglass / glass wool Skin irritation A3 will be bagged and disposed of in all
insulation Upper respiratory problems accordance with OSH Regulations and the potential
A3
From airborne fibres requirements of local authorities. (SMF) hazards)
waste disposal will be carried out in
accordance with all safety requirements
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12 Use of Lasers to achieve Laser Beams can cause biological A4 Class 3B or Class 4 lasers will not be used D3 Supervisor/
accurate levels damage to eyes and skin. for construction work. Other lasers that can Leading
be used for construction work will be used in Hand
accordance with Australian Standards (eg
AS2397) and the manufacturers
recommendations (Classes 1,2 and 3A
lasers).

When a Class 1, 2 or 3A laser is used, site

signage will be erected in conspicuous
location(s), inside and outside the workplace
and on access doors to advise persons of the
use of a laser.

Signage will be in accordance with OSH

Regulations 3.11 and the relevant Australian
Standard.

Laser operators will be trained and (in

particular) advised not to deliberately aim the
laser at workplace personnel or others. Work
systems shall also prevent the laser from
being directed towards the eye of a person for
longer than 0.25 seconds

Class 2 "fixed" beam type i.e. non-rotating will

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When a Class 3A laser is used the following

precautions will take place:-

A competent person will be appointed

Laser Safety Officer (LSO)
Manufactures recommendations and
control measures will be implemented and
followed.
Only trained personnel will use the 3A
laser under supervision of the LSO.
Personnel will receive instructions not to
look at the beam. Beam(s) will not be
directed towards reflective surfaces.
Laser beams will be located well above or
well below eye level where practicable.
The LSO will authorise other path
locations.
Precautions will be taken to prevent
unauthorised use of the laser when it is
unsupervised.

Hoods and shutters shall be placed over

the apertures and the power source
disconnected
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13 Use of Explosive Power Tool Flying objects resulting in injuries A4 All persons required to use an EPT will be D3 (to Supervisor/
(EPT) especially eyes of the operator and trained in the safe use of the tool and all Leading
others in the vicinity; associated equipment. hazards) Hand
Approved safety signage will be erected -
High noise levels affecting hearing "EXPLOSIVE - POWERED TOOL IN
A4 USE" in conspicuous locations to warn
others in the vicinity of the works.

EPT's will be used in accordance with AS

1873
Training for operators shall include information
on the following:-
Loading procedures
Transporting the tool
Safety precautions relating to loading
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) ie Eye and Ear Protection
complying with AS 1337 and AS 1270.
Using the EPT and the safety of self and
others.
Establishing designated work zones and
erecting barriers if required to keep others
away.
Not using the tool from a ladder or other
precarious locations eg: open edge.
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Training for operators shall include information

on the following:-
Loading procedures
Transporting the tool
Safety precautions relating to loading
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) ie Eye and Ear Protection
complying with AS 1337 and AS 1270.
Using the EPT and the safety of self and
others.
Establishing designated work zones and
erecting barriers if required to keep others
away.
Fixing fasteners that can potentially pass
through the base material and ensuring
the area on the opposite side is clear of
persons.
Signs are erected as required.
Fasteners and charges are compatible
with the tool
Fasteners not to be fired into existing
holes where misalignment can occur.
Attention will be given to the location of
concealed electrical cables, gas lines etc.
EPT's will not be used in the presence of
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Advice and precautionary instruction will
be provided in relation to the types of
materials that can and cannot be fired
into.
Advice will be provided on action to take
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14 Cutting of MDF Eye Irritation A3 Use of safety eyewear that conforms to D2 Labourer,
the Australian Standard of safety eyewear tradesperso
Dust mask to be worn by operator and n,
Inhalation A3 D2
those in enclosed work space. Dust mask supervisor
to conform to Australian Standard
Fire explosion hazard A4 (AS/NZ) for Personal Protective E3
(Product is combustible. Will combust Equipment.
with the likes of carbon monoxide, Ensure the immediate work area is
hydrogen cyanide. Excessive amounts enclosed with the aid of plastic/drop
needed to combust.) sheets or the like to stop the fibres
transmitting throughout the workplace
Product used in well ventilated area. No
storing of combustible gases on site.
Use local dust extraction if dust is created
when using power operated equipment for
cutting, drilling or sanding.
Provide workers with information on
hazards associated with working with
plasterboard.
Clean up dust
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15 Use of angle grinders, cutting Noise causing hearing damage to
saws, hammer drills and other operator and other trades.
power tools Incorrect use of tools causing injury
to operator or others.
Flying objects causing eye damage.
Dust causing respiratory illness
(silica dust).
Electrocution / burns.
A5 When using angle grinders, cutting saws D3 Leading
hammer drills and other power tools:- Hand /
Labourer
A5 D3
A5 Use only the correct Australian Standards D3
A5 rated personal protective equipment D3
(PPE) hearing protection
Wear eye and hearing protection
Wear respiratory protection if dust is
created.
Make sure the angle grinder and cutting
saw is fitted with a guard.
Make sure operator is competent.
Do not use domestic type electrical
appliances eg: multi board outlet
devices / double adaptors.
Use a portable residual current device for
every electrical circuit (RCD).
Use industrial rated equipment and heavy
duty electrical leads.
Check tools and cords for damage before
use.
Elevate leads and protect from physical
damage and from wet, damp conditions.
Test and tag electrical equipment by a
licensed electrician, 3 monthly.
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16 Using elevated work platforms EWP strikes overhead power lines,
(EWP) causing electrocution to employees
and others.
EWP striking employees and others
causing injury
A4 When using EWPs:- D2 Supervisor/
Leading
Hand
Check EWP and the work area before
Ceiling
A4 each shift. D2
Fixers
Make sure the EWP is operated and
maintained in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
Erect warning signs and barriers if there is
a risk of injury to other workers / members
of the public.
Make sure operator is competent.
Identify overhead powerlines and other
overhead obstructions. Liaise with site
management to determine controls eg;
cover lines with tiger tails, erect warning
signs, establish exclusion zones to
prevent any loading, unloading or
maintenance operations under
powerlines.
Make sure the operator is informed of site
hazards, eg: overhead powerlines,
penetrations in floor.
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17 Sanding Plasterboard Exposure to dust may result in A3 Use local dust extraction if dust is created D3 Ceiling
respiratory irritation to employee and when using power operated equipment for Fixers /
other trades cutting, drilling or sanding. Labourer
Provide workers with information on
hazards associated with working with
plasterboard.
Clean up dust.
Provide correct respiratory protection and
eye protection. Must conform to Australian
Standard for PPE
18 General Housekeeping Risk of trips and slips to employees and B3 To prevent injury from poor housekeeping E2 Labourer
other trades. make sure:

Workers are trained in good

housekeeping practices.
Regular clean-ups occur throughout the
working day and at the conclusion of daily
work.
Discarded materials and rubbish are
placed in designated areas or bins/skips.
Access is not obstructed by rubbish
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PERMIT TO WORK REQUIRED? (Please tick)

Hot Work Electrical Excavation Traffic Mgmt Isolation Working At
Isolation Heights

PPE REQUIREMENTS? (Please Tick) OTHER

REQUIREMENTS? (Please Tick)
Mono-goggles Dust Mask Respirator Barricading/ Signs Extinguishers
Face shield Safety Harness Gloves Spotter Required Special Emergency/Rescue
Procedure

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED Hand tools, hand held power tools, platforms, step ladders.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS All operatives have received their relevant trade training along with Construction Safety Awareness Training.
Code(s) Of Practice (COP) or Australian Standards Applicable To The Works: AS/NZS 4360:1999, AS/NZS ISO
9001:2000, AS/NZS 4801:2001

APPROVAL: This JSA has been reviewed and accepted by (Name) (Signature)
(Date)

Plant/Equipment Plant/Equipment
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Plant/Equipment Plant/Equipment

WORK TEAM:
We have read the attached JSA and understand and agree to comply with the control measures listed. Where
adjustments to the work steps are necessary, these shall be documented and approved before work continues

Name Qualification/Training Signature Name Qualification/Training Signature

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