Asphalt Paving Safety
An asphalt paving work zone presents hazards to construction workers and the traveling public. Safe work practices involve understanding the dangers of the equipment and materials, and planning and implementing appropriate safety precautions.
Equipment
A variety of vehicles and equipment is used in asphalt paving operations, including dump trucks, paving machines, rollers and sweepers. Hazards include flying debris, vehicle collisions with equipment and workers, uneven walkways and burns from hot equipment.
Materials
Materials used in an asphalt paving operation include the paving material, sealants and solvents. Typical injuries from contact with these materials include burns and falls. Worker exposure to smoke and asphalt fumes is also a concern.
Work Zone
Paving operations adjacent to active traffic lanes introduce a number of safety concerns, including possible encroachment into the work zone by an errant motorist or pedestrian. Traffic signs, flashing arrow panels, drums, cones and flaggers provide warning and traffic control in construction work zones.
Safety Precautions
Workers in a construction zone must have suitable personal protective apparel and equipment. Typical safety apparel includes retro-reflective vests, hard hats, long-sleeve shirts and long pants, face and eye protection, work boots and gloves. Daily safety briefings advise crews of site-specific work zone hazards and emergency procedures.
Equipment
A variety of vehicles and equipment is used in asphalt paving operations, including dump trucks, paving machines, rollers and sweepers. Hazards include flying debris, vehicle collisions with equipment and workers, uneven walkways and burns from hot equipment.
Materials
Materials used in an asphalt paving operation include the paving material, sealants and solvents. Typical injuries from contact with these materials include burns and falls. Worker exposure to smoke and asphalt fumes is also a concern.
Work Zone
Paving operations adjacent to active traffic lanes introduce a number of safety concerns, including possible encroachment into the work zone by an errant motorist or pedestrian. Traffic signs, flashing arrow panels, drums, cones and flaggers provide warning and traffic control in construction work zones.
Safety Precautions
Workers in a construction zone must have suitable personal protective apparel and equipment. Typical safety apparel includes retro-reflective vests, hard hats, long-sleeve shirts and long pants, face and eye protection, work boots and gloves. Daily safety briefings advise crews of site-specific work zone hazards and emergency procedures.
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