This document provides a job safety analysis for changing oil and filters. It outlines 8 basic steps of the process and potential hazards at each step, such as burns from hot engines or pinch points when removing drain plugs and filters. Recommendations are given to eliminate or reduce hazards, like proper cooling, using the right tools, and following lockout/tagout procedures. Personal protective equipment required includes hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, cotton gloves, back belts, and work vests.
This document provides a job safety analysis for changing oil and filters. It outlines 8 basic steps of the process and potential hazards at each step, such as burns from hot engines or pinch points when removing drain plugs and filters. Recommendations are given to eliminate or reduce hazards, like proper cooling, using the right tools, and following lockout/tagout procedures. Personal protective equipment required includes hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, cotton gloves, back belts, and work vests.
This document provides a job safety analysis for changing oil and filters. It outlines 8 basic steps of the process and potential hazards at each step, such as burns from hot engines or pinch points when removing drain plugs and filters. Recommendations are given to eliminate or reduce hazards, like proper cooling, using the right tools, and following lockout/tagout procedures. Personal protective equipment required includes hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, cotton gloves, back belts, and work vests.
Page 1 of 1 Work Activity (Job): CHANGING OIL AND FILTER
Sequence of basic Potential incidents Recommendations to eliminate or reduce
job steps or hazards potential azards 1) Pre-job meeting A) Discussion of procedures Misunderstanding procedures Effective communication B) Prepare and inspect all tools and Personal injury Equipment in good condition equipment C) Proper personal protective equipment Personal injury See equipment required below 2) Let engine cool while preparing tools and Burn Proper cooling – follow lockout / tagout equipment procedure – Safety Policy Manual section B-6 3) Locate drain plug and remove or use Pinch points – struck against Right tool for the job suction to drain oil completely 4) Remove filter Pinch points – struck against Right tool for the job – filter wrench 5) Replace drain plug Pinch points – struck against Right tool for the job 6) Install new oil filter Pinch points – struck against Use oil filter wrench 7) Fill crankcase Strains – slips, trips, falls Good technique and procedure 8) Proper disposal of old filter and burnt motor Pollution – burns Follow Company policy for disposal oil Make sure you have a burn safety kit that is properly filled 8) Clean area and return tools to storage Slips, trips, falls Good housekeeping
SAFETY EQUIPMENT REQUIRED TO DO THIS JOB:
Hard Hats? Work Vests? Barricades? Safety Shoes? Safety Harness? Fire Extinguisher? Safety Glasses? Face Shield? Lock Out/Tag Out? Cotton Gloves? Goggles? Work Permit Required? Back Belts?