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1 Job Analysis Job Title: PCS Laborer Worker: DOT Number: Claim Number: Employer: Port of Seattle Employer Phone #: Employer Contact: Terry Dix Date of Analysis: June 10, 2013 Job of Injury Previous Job New Job 8 Hours Per Day 5 Days Per Week Job Description, Essential Functions, Tasks and Skills The Port of Seattle is a municipal corporation created on September 5, 1911 by the voters of King County. The Port of Seattle is divided into operating divisions, plus other departments that support the divisions and the broad mission of the Port: 1) Aviation Division 2) Capital Development Division 3) Corporate Division 4) Real Estate Division 5) Seaport Division This job analysis is for Laborer within the Port Construction Services (PCS) group of the Capital Development Division. PCS employs tradesmen specializing in specific trades: Laborers, Teamsters, Operating Engineers, Carpenters, Pile Bucks, Iron Workers, Millwrights and Cement Masons. There are times when a specific skill set is not immediately required on a project, so workers assist in other trades with selected basic tasks. The primary responsibilities of a Laborer include tasks on any PCS project, are extremely broad, and involve physical labor at project sites. Laborers may operate hand and power tools of all types and assist with other craft workers. Tasks may include demolition and build out of tenant spaces, installation of airport security equipment, construction/repair of roads, parking lots and structures, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, paving, bridges, sewers, water mains, sanitation projects, irrigation projects, flood control projects, reclamation projects, reservoirs, levees, jetties, breakwaters, harbor developments, docks, dry docks, piers, retaining walls, subways, shafts, tunnels, excavation of earth and rock, power generating projects, reinforced earthwork, and all site clearing and demolition work. Assigned Tasks Cleaning/preparing sites, including setting up traffic control cones and signs. Cleaning up rubble/debris. Confined space entries. Setting braces to support the sides of excavations. Erecting scaffolding and wooden wall fencing around construction sites. Digging holes for fencing, and trenches in which pipe or electrical conduit will be placed. Digging, spreading, and leveling dirt and gravel, using pick and/or shovel. Moving dirt and gravel using wheel barrows or other types of wheeled carts. Placing sandbags on tarps used to control storm water runoff. Lifting, carrying, and holding building materials, tools, and supplies, including bags of cement, bags of concrete, bags of sand, lumber, bales of hay, and fence parts, among others. Cleaning tools, equipment, and materials. Mixing, pouring, and spreading concrete, asphalt, gravel, and other materials, using hands or hand tools.

2 Job Analysis: PCS Laborer CLAIMANT: Page 2 of 8 Joining/connecting, wrapping, and sealing sections of pipe. Performing non machine tasks, such as removing concrete forms, filling expansion joints with asphalt, placing culvert sections in trench, and assembling sections of pipe. Guiding objects, such as jersey barriers, trench boxes, pipes, or water tanks, into place when suspended by a lift or crane. Boarding up empty houses owned by the Port. Moving excess furniture into storage. Returning excess building materials to the PCS yard. Skills and Abilities Ability to physically accomplish assigned Laborer tasks. Many of the lifting and carrying requirements would be categorized as heavy. Worker must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time, bend, stoop, and work in awkward positions. Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools used in the construction industry. Good eyesight, hand eye coordination, and manual dexterity. Ability to work independently, and also within a team as required. Ability to follow directions closely and be detail oriented while working. Ability to identify the best way to accomplish a task, and complete assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner. Ability to work in a safe manner in any kind of weather, and potentially from a boat. Machinery, Tools, Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment Hand and power tools, including shovels, picks, rakes, tampers, levels, measuring tapes, grinders, jack hammers, rock drills, wheelbarrows and carts, man lifts or other personnel lifts, ladders, power saws, including chainsaws, circular saws, reciprocating saws, and concrete saws, core drillers, rotohammers, pressure washers, vacuum cleaners, sidewalk sweepers, buckets, water trucks and water spraying equipment/hoses, boats/skiffs, two way radios, cell phones. Personal protective equipment including safety vest, approved safety boots, eye and ear protection, hard hats, respirators, personal floatation devices, fall protection gear, and protective suits are required as necessary. May wear gloves, rain gear, and kneepads.

3 CLAIMANT: Page 3 of 8 Job Analysis: PCS Laborer Education / Training PCS Laborers are members of the local Laborers union. In general, the Laborers working for PCS are Journeymen level Laborers. Journeymen have successfully completed the apprenticeship program offered through the Laborers union. Per the Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT) Construction Worker II Specific Vocational Preparation (SVP) 2 (Anything beyond a short demonstration up to and including 1 month)

4 CLAIMANT: Job Analysis: PCS Laborer COGNITIVE AND BEHAVIORAL ELEMENTS/DEMANDS Frequency Definitions = Occurs % of the time Frequently = Occurs 33 66% of the time = Occurs 1 33% of the time Rarely = May occur less than 1% of the time Never = Does not ever occur Comprehension Articulating and comprehending information in conversations. Reading, comprehending, and using written materials. Understanding and solving problems involving math and using the results. Using technology/instruments/tools & information systems. Working with two and three dimensional formats. Remembering spoken instructions. Remembering written instructions. Remembering visual information. Recalling information incidental to task at hand. Memorizing facts or sequences. Remembering simple instructions. Remembering detailed instructions. Effectively learning and mastering information from classroom training. Effectively learning and mastering information from on the job training. Learning from past directions, observations, and/or mistakes. Using common sense in routine decision making. Recognizing and anticipating potential hazards and taking precautions. Thinking critically and making sound decisions. Integrating ideas and data for complex decisions. Determining and following precise sequences. Coordinating and compiling data and information. Analyzing, synthesizing data and information. Tasking and Planning Performing repetitive or short cycle work. Working under specific instructions. Completing complex tasks. Directing, controlling, or planning for others as necessary for basic tasks. Directing, controlling, or planning for others as necessary for complex tasks. Multi tasking. Planning, prioritizing, and structuring daily activities. Use Appropriate Behavior for Professional Work Environment Receiving criticism and accepting limits appropriately. Maintaining emotional control and organization under increased stress. Page 4 of 8 Frequently Frequently Frequently Frequently

5 CLAIMANT: Job Analysis: PCS Laborer Maintaining socially appropriate affect, temperament, and behavior. Monitoring own quality of performance and altering behaviors to correct mistakes or improve outcome. Working independently and/or unsupervised. Adapting to frequent interruptions, changes in priorities, or changes in work location. Responding effectively to emergency situations. Page 5 of 8 Frequency Designations Required Beneficial Not Necessary Maintaining Attendance and An Assigned Work Schedule Maintaining predictable and reliable attendance each work shift. Being punctual. Taking rest periods at set times or only at times determined by breaks in job responsibilities. Adjusting to a flexible schedule of work days and or shift. Working overtime as needed Required Required Required Beneficial Beneficial PHYSICAL DEMANDS Constant: Constant (Over 70% of the time) Frequent: Frequent (30% 70% of the time) Occasional: Occasional (10 30% of the time) Seldom: Seldom (1 10% of the time) WNL: Within Normal Limits (talking, hearing, etc.) N/A: Not Applicable STRENGTH: Sedentary Light Medium Heavy Very Heavy Action Frequency Comments Sitting S O Drive to job sites, driving a water truck. Standing F Interchange with walking. Frequency depends on assigned tasks, and whether worker is in the shop or in the field. Walking F Interchange with standing. Frequency depends on assigned tasks, and whether worker is in the shop or in the field. May be over uneven, slippery surfaces, rough terrain, dirt, mud, pieces of lumber or rebar. Lifting (up to 10 pounds) F Hand and portable power tools (saws all 9#, roto hammer 8#, router 8#, drills up to 10#, nail gun 8#), shovels, picks, boards from concrete forms, lengths of pipe, steel studs. Lifting (11 to 25 pounds) F Hand and portable power tools (belt sander 12#, drill 15#), shovels, picks, boards from concrete forms, lengths of pipe,

6 Job Analysis: PCS Laborer CLAIMANT: Page 6 of 8 stack of steel studs, traffic barriers and cones. Lifting (26 to 50 pounds) O Hand and portable power tools, sandbags to weight down tarps (35#), whole bags of sand (50#), plywood sheets, lengths of pipe. Lifting (50 to 75 pounds) O Plywood sheets (depending on thickness, 4x8 sheets weigh 40 60#), bag of concrete (60#). Lifting (75 to 100 pounds) S Rolls of chain link fencing (up to 75#), wood fencing panel (80#), chunks of concrete (up to 100#), bags of cement (93#), hay bale (80#), lengths of pip. Assistance from other workers is typically available to lift heavy items, and 2 person lift used over 50 pounds where able. NOTE: Heavy items can generally be lifted/moved using a forklift or hoist. Carrying (up to 10 pounds) F Hand and portable power tools (saws all 9#, roto hammer 8#, router 8#, drills up to 10#, nail gun 8#), shovels, picks, boards from concrete forms, lengths of pipe, steel studs. Carrying (11 to 25 pounds) F Hand and portable power tools (belt sander 12#, drill 15#), shovels, picks, boards from concrete forms, lengths of pipe, stack of steel studs, traffic barriers and cones. Carrying (26 to 50 pounds) O Tool box, tools, and small to medium pieces of material. Carrying (50 to 75 pounds) O Plywood sheets (depending on thickness, 4x8 sheets weigh 40 60#), bag of concrete (60#). Carrying (75 to 100 pounds) S Rolls of chain link fencing (up to 75#), wood fencing panel (80#), chunks of concrete (up to 100#), bags of cement (93#), hay bale (80#), lengths of pip. Assistance from other workers is typically available to lift heavy items, and 2 person lift used over 50 pounds where able. NOTE: Heavy items can generally be lifted/moved using a forklift or hoist. Pushing/Pulling (up to 10 pounds of force) Pushing/Pulling (10 to 20 pounds of force) O O Shoveling, using saws, unrolling chain link fencing, guiding objects suspended by a lift or crane, pulling items from storage racks and shelves, performing demolition. Shoveling, using saws, unrolling chain link fencing, guiding objects suspended by a lift or crane, pulling items from storage racks and shelves, performing demolition. Climbing Ladders/Stairs S O Workers may encounter stairs when working in the field. Ladders range from stepstools to 20 + extension ladder. Working at Heights/Balancing O Frequency depends on assigned tasks. Workers climb ladders or walk on elevated scaffolding. Bending at Waist F Shoveling, using saws, demolition, connecting pipes, picking up bags of sand and cement. Bending Neck F All assigned tasks involve neck movement: building items, placing and securing materials, climbing ladders, constructing forms, placing supports, gathering material. Reaching (up to shoulder level) F Setting up fencing and walls, guiding objects suspended by a lift or crane, demolition, digging, sweeping, pulling items from storage racks and shelves. Reaching (over shoulder level) S O Throwing items into dumpster, gathering items from a rack or shelf, or working in a trench. Stooping O Entering and working in or exiting from tight areas.

7 Job Analysis: PCS Laborer CLAIMANT: Page 7 of 8 Kneeling/Squatting O F Working below waist level. NOTE: Workers may wear kneepads while working. Crawling S Working below waist level. NOTE: Workers may wear kneepads while working. Repetitive Motion S Shoveling, digging. Generally limited due to variety of tasks performed throughout shift. Twisting at Waist S O Shoveling, connecting pipes, guiding objects suspended by lift or crane. Handling/Grasping C 30% pinch grasp; 70% who hand grasp. Fine Finger Manipulation O Hand tools, pulling trigger on power tools, tying ropes, using two way radio, cell phones, writing. Driving O Work trucks, water truck. Foot Controls O Driving work trucks and water truck. Talking O F Communicating with supervisors and coworkers. Hearing F Communicating with supervisors and coworkers. Seeing C Visual abilities would be considered important in this position. Writing S Marking measurements or writing notes. Normal Job Site Hazards C Working in trenches, carrying heavy objects, working at heights (ladders and man lifts), falling objects, striking head on overhead objects, working near moving vehicles, slippery walking surfaces, sharp tools, fumes, dust, noise, vibrations. Expected Environmental Conditions C Work is performed in any environment, typically exposed to weather. Some work is in buildings. Noisy environment, dusts or fumes. The above job analysis represents the requirements of a specific job based on personal observations, discussions with employer representatives, and/or workers. On occasion, practicality and feasibility prevent the direct observation and/or gathering of objective quantifiable data. For this reason, a "best estimate" may have been used when reporting physical demand frequencies. Analysis was done on the job site? Job Analysis Reviewed By Date May 30, 2013 Completed by Vocational Provider Signature of Vocational Provider Yes No Terry Dix Nicki Gorski VRC CDMS

8 CLAIMANT: Job Analysis: PCS Laborer Page 8 of 8 FOR PHYSICIAN S/EVALUATOR S USE ONLY COMMENTS The injured worker can perform the physical activities described in the job analysis and can return to work on. The injured worker can perform the physical activities described in the job analysis on a parttime basis for hours per day. The worker can be expected to progress to regular duties in weeks/months. The injured worker can perform the described job, but only with the modifications/ restrictions in the attached report and/or listed below. These modifications/restrictions are (check one): Temporary for weeks months Permanent The injured worker cannot perform the physical activities described in the job analysis based on the physical limitations in the attached report and/or listed below. These limitations are (check one): Temporary for weeks months Permanent Physician s/evaluator s Name (printed) Physician s/evaluator s Signature Date PLEASE RETURN COMPLETED FORM VIA FACSIMILE TO: Port of Seattle Health and Safety Department at (206)