JOB HAZARD ANALYSIS - CHC Example
Job Operation Install an Exhaust Fan on the roof
of a building
JHA Conducted By
Charles Peacock, HVAC Service Tech and
Edward Wood, Operations Assistant
Sequence of Basic Job Steps
Access the roof to setup the proper tools and
equipment needed to install the exhaust fan. Look
closely for all fall exposures. Roofs may be
accessed by roof hatch openings, extension
ladders placed outside against the building, fixed
ladders on exterior walls, aerial boom lifts. 100%
fall protection is required at all times.
Ensure that the Crane Contractor properly sets up
the crane to safely lift the exhaust fan to the roof
location.
Department HVAC Technical Service
Date Conducted Reviewed By
September 2011 Mary White, Human Resources Manager & Safety Coordinator
Potential Hazards
Inadequate fall protection, potential for a fall
from the roof. 100% fall protection at all times.
Asbestos roofing materials.
Roof vents emitting chemical or flammable
vapors, etc.
Severe weather, high wind, unexpected wind
gust, overhead electrical power lines that could
cause a crane tipover, leading to potential
significant injury to personnel.
Supervisor Harry Best, Operations Foreman
Safe Job Procedures
Determine the adequacy of the walking/working
surface where the exhaust fan will be located.
Use personal fall arrest equipment and life lines
when working within 6 feet of any uncovered
roof openings. Install fall protection warning
line system barrier no closer than 6 feet from
roof edges, and provide a safety monitor while
working in close proximity to established
warning line system barriers.
Obtain evaluation or information on roofing
materials prior to any work.
Evaluate work place prior to any work.
Establish a severe weather plan that monitors
the weather and establishes actions to take
upon severe weather approaching.
Review the Crane Inspection Documentation
and Crane Operator Training Records from the
Crane Contractor.
 Sequence of Basic Job Steps Potential Hazards
Lift the exhaust fan to the roof with the crane and Unsafe operation of crane can lead to potential
position into proper location. personnel injury, property damage, or death
from being struck by the crane.
Personnel landing the fan on the roof could fall
through the roof hole if proper fall protection is
not worn.
Improper body posture can lead to back injury.
Install proper ductwork. Improper use of sharp hand tools can lead to
injury.
Conduct welding, brazing to install electrical copper Fire hazard due to hot work, can lead to
wires. potential fires and/or explosions.
Test the operation of the exhaust fan to ensure Improper electrical safety practices can lead to
effective operation. employee electrical burn or other injury.
Properly clean the work area when project is Poor housekeeping can lead to slip, trip or fall.
complete. Materials could be blown off the roof! Poor
housekeeping could also cause roof leaks on
rubber membrane roofing layers.
Note: This is only an example JHA and may not be an exhaustive list of all hazards present during this particular task.
Safe Job Procedures
No one should ever be underneath suspended
loads. Ensure proper crane lifting procedures
are followed.
Personnel cutting the roof hole or landing the
fan on the roof must wear personal fall arrest
system to prevent them from accidentally
falling through the roof hole.
Proper employee lifting procedures proper
body mechanics or the use of mechanical
assistance to reduce strain.
Wear gloves and suitable eye protection when
cutting joints apart.
Use caution with tools.
Initiate proper hot work permit which includes
fire extinguisher and fire watch.
Evaluate all MSDS sheets for all materials
being heated. Is lead paint in the area?
Ensure respiratory protection is available if
needed.
Conduct proper electrical safety practices,
following Lockout/Tagout procedures, high
voltage work procedures, or energized circuit
work procedures. Wear appropriate PPE and
consider arc flash hazards.
Perform proper housekeeping practices.
Discard materials in a safe way.