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RISK ASSESSMENT

Hazard Who at Risk Risk Before Control Measures Risk After Action By
Manual handling of heavy materials/equipment Operatives Medium Use mechanical aids where possible. Team lift items over 25kg. Correct lifting technique. Plan route before lifting. Low All operatives
Working at height (ladders/steps) Operatives High Inspect equipment before use. Secure footing. 3-point contact maintained. Max 30 mins on ladder. Use tower scaffold for extended work. Medium All operatives
Electrical hazards Operatives, Occupants High Isolate supply before work. Lock off/tag out. Test before touch. Use insulated tools. RCD protection for power tools. Low Qualified person
Slips, trips and falls All persons Medium Good housekeeping. Keep work area tidy. Adequate lighting. Cable management. Clean spillages immediately. Low All operatives
Dust and debris All persons Medium Dust sheets to protect. Local extraction where possible. RPE (FFP2 minimum) for dusty work. Damp down if appropriate. Low All operatives
Noise Operatives, Occupants Medium Use quieter methods where possible. Hearing protection for noisy tools. Inform occupants of noisy work periods. Low All operatives
Hand tools Operatives Medium Use correct tool for job. Inspect before use. Cut away from body. Wear appropriate gloves. Store safely when not in use. Low All operatives

PPE Required: □ Safety boots □ Hi-vis □ Hard hat □ Safety glasses □ Gloves □ Hearing protection □ Dust mask □ Other: ____________

Assessed By:

Name: _________________ Date: _________

Reviewed By:

Name: _________________ Date: _________

This assessment must be reviewed if work conditions change. Template from SpannerBot.com