OHSM -02.

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Jindal Steel & Power Limited
(Occupational health &Safety Department)

Rev.00 August 2022 JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS

FORMAT : JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS (JSA)

JSA REF No :- FABRICATION WORK Rev No :Nil Date:31/07/2022

Unit :IRON ZONE Plant :- OXYGEN PLANT Section :-MECHANICAL

Description of Activity :-GRIT BLASTING WORKS

SL Job Activity Step Hazards /Risks Safety Control Measures

NO
1 Starting of Compressor a)Smoke a)Keep proper exhaust position so that
b)Noise smoke does not enter work area.
c)Vibration b) Maintain the equipment such that it
d)Overheating of makes minimum noise .Use ear plugs.
engine , fire. c) Place and align the compressor
properly.
d) If diesel operated ,ensure cooling
water availability in radiator of
compressor.
e) Compressor operator shall carry out
the prechecks before starting the
compressor.
f) Provide sealed cap to diesel tank.
g) Keep diesel container away from
engine.
h) Avoid of spillage of diesel while
filling.
i) Use electrically operated compressor
to control emission of fuel gases.
j) All compressed air hose connection
should be properly secured and joints
must be attached with whiplash
arrestor.
2 Preparation for blasting a)Contamination of a)Store grit material in bags and at dry
blasting material . place to avoid contamination.
b) Air hose leakage. b) Ensure proper air hose
c)Damage to blasting connections ,couplings .
suit. c) Before wearing the blasting suit
check for proper air supply and
exhaust.
d) Air supplied hood and full body suit
must be worn while carrying out the
shot blasting.

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(Occupational health &Safety Department)

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e) Shot blasting gun should be properly

secured with a rope to avoid slippage
from hand.
f) A fire extinguisher should be kept
handy.
g) Cupper blasting nozzles must be
equipped with a remote control (Dead
man control)switch that allows the
operator to control the abrasive
material at the nozzle.
h) Hose whip checks or hose coupling
safety locks or both are fitted to hose.
i) The surrounding area should be
covered proper clothing so that all
dust particles are to be enclosed inside
the booth.

3 Blasting operation
a)Flying dust ,spread a)Blaster shall wear blasting suit
up of blasting and compressor operator and
materials. other persons shall wear masks
b) Hose bursting. and goggles.
c) Fire Hazards and
b)Area should be wet .Blasting
health hazards.
work area to be enclosed and
properly ventilated.
c) Condition of all hose pipes
couplings to be checked for
damage ,leakage before blasting.
d)Compressor operator shall
always be present at work place ,so
that the blasting activity can be
stopped immediately in case of
hose bursting.
e) Always maintain correct
pressure.
f) Blasting does not take place with
a coiled hose.
g) Pin holes are not taped in the
blast hose . The hose will enlarge
quickly and will cause a blow out.
h) Blast hoses are coiled and stored
away from water , oil and
chemicals to prevent rotting .
i) Coupling fit to be checked.
j) Screw provided by the coupling

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Jindal Steel & Power Limited
(Occupational health &Safety Department)

Rev.00 August 2022 JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS

manufacture are to be used.

k) The hose end fits uniformly flush
with the coupling shoulder .
l) Nozzle holders and couplings fit
snugly on the blast hose. Reject
those that are loose .
m) All hoses or lines are positioned
in locations where they are not
subject to damage ,fouling or
restrictions.
n) Hoses,hose whips and couplings
are inspected ,tested and
maintained in accordance with the
manufactures instructions.
o) Only trained and experienced
persons are allowed to execute the
blasting job.
p) Put NO SMOKING signboard
nearby.
q) Provide fire fighting equipments.
r) Periodical medical checkup for
the persons working in blasting
operations.

Prepared By :-

Name :- Designation :- Signature :- Date :-

Reviewed By :-

Name :- Designation :- Signature :- Date:-

Approved By:-

Name :- Designation:- Signature :- Date :-

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