Communal Installation Risk Assessment

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Hazard Present (General Activities)

A1. Access into lift motor room via loft ladders
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -Area must be cordoned off, by means of cones, barrier tape and warning signage. The access hatch must always be kept closed when not in use to prevent unauthorised entry.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A2. Asbestos exposure
HARM - Ill health from exposure to asbestos
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED - If asbestos is suspected in the area you are working, work must be stopped immediately and reported to project management. Works will only continue when an asbestos survey of the affected work area has been carried out by a competent person/company and is either declared safe to work in or an alternative method of working has been found. The clients asbestos register must be scanned in the specific areas before any further works are undertaken
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A3. Dust exposure
HARM - Ill health from exposure to dust inhalation
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of public
RISK RATING- Medium
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED - Face masks must be worn at all times whilst drilling or in dusty environments. Area must be cordoned off, by means of cones, barrier tape and warning signage to warn people of works taking place
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A4. Electrical hazards and access to moving machinery in lift motor room
HARM - Entanglement, entrapment, electrocution
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED - Lift motor rooms should not be entered unless it is required for access or egress to another part of the building e.g. roof. Care should be taken due to high voltages and this area should never be used as storage for equipment. Access to these areas must be monitored at all times by either supervision or a permit to work system.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A5. Environmental hazards/Bees/Wasps/Vermin and hazardous waste
HARM - Potential of contracting various diseases
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED - If any environmental hazards such as wasps/bees nests/vermin/ hazardous waste etc are discovered, then work is to stop immediately and contact client/office to instigate a competent contractor to remove hazard.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A6. Exit from lift motor room onto roof within 2m of roof edge
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Operatives are to attach to a suitable anchorage point via a fixed or inertia lanyard so maintain a minimum of 2 metres from any unprotected edge.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A7. Drilling activities
HARM - Eye Injuries due to dust particles
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- Medium
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Eye protection must be worn at all times when drilling to avoid eye injuries occurring
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A8. Falls from Heights using Ladders and access equipment
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. All operatives must have a valid working at heights certificate. Ladders must be in good condition and set on level ground at the correct angle (1 in 4). Where this cannot be achieved, additional stabilising devices must be employed. All ladders to be secured by eye bolts and straps.
Safety harnesses must be worn and attached using rope and cowl when three points of contact cannot be maintained.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A9. Falls from Heights when using scaffolding
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Operatives must under no circumstance access a incomplete scaffold unless it has been inspected by a competent person and tagged I to say it is "safe to use"(This must be done every 7 days). Scaffold must only be altered/erected by a company approved/competent person. If in any doubt, contact a member of the Health & Safety Department.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A10. Manual Handling
HARM - Serious back damage, sprains or torn ligaments
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Operatives to assess for Load (What is it that you are going to lift), Individual (Are you up to the lift), Task (Does the task need to be done manually or can it dobe by other means i.e. mechanical devices?) and Environment (What are the conditions and do you have a clear route?). All have been trained in manual handling technique
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A11. Slips and Trips
HARM - Strains, broken legs, arms, head injuries
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- Medium
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Operatives to ensure that: • All work areas will be regularly inspected to ensure that good standards of “housekeeping” are maintained at all times.
• Appropriate protective clothing must be worn, especially safety footwear.
• Operatives are required to take reasonable care of their own safety when working and moving about a site. This means keeping their work area clean and tidy at all times.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A12. Unsafe ground conditions (I.E - uneven or soft)
HARM - Serious injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Levelling device to be used on ladder where ground is uneven. Use designated pathways. If unable to do this please contact your Project Manager.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A13. Weather conditions (I.E -severe gales or snow etc)
HARM - Falls from height, Serious injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. In the event of excessive weather work will be stopped specifically high winds on MEWP, Ladders, Cradles and roof works. Also extra care is needed when working in snow and ice. Under no circumstances should work continue in these circumstances. If significant risk is present, contact the Health & Safety Department
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A14. Un-cooperative residents or members of the public
HARM - Possibility of being attacked by abusive resident or member of public
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Operative to avoid confrontation with residents/members of the public and walk away from situation. This must be reported to management and the Health & Safety Department Immediately
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A15. Presence of needle injuries inside properties and buildings
HARM - Needle injuries, possibility of contracting serious diseases
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Operators to be extra vigilant and cautious when working in properties and buildings. If needles are found, work must stop immediately. You must inform Project Management and leave the area. If injuries are sustained, you must attend the nearest hospital immediately.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A16. Falls from Height whilst on a pitched roof
HARM - Serious injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Cat ladders must be used on all pitched roof works. Access ladders must extend 1.2 metres above gutter line and must be secured at the top with a stand off and bottom with ratchet straps, stabiliser and eye bolts. Cat ladder must span the roof fully, have a rope system attached and be strapped to the access ladder.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A17. Falls from Height whilst on pitched roof with no apex
HARM - Serious injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Operatives to use a rope safety line attached to eyebolts at each end of the roof. Safety harnesses to be attached to safety line at all times whilst working on roof. Work must cease in wet or windy conditions.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A18. Raising materials to height using pulley system
HARM - Serious injuries
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Materials to be raised to height using a rope pulley system. A failsafe rope is to pass through an automatic anti reverse belay pulley attached to the top of the ladder and through an automatic rope grab attached to bottom of ladder.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A19. Working on an Unprotected flat roof
HARM - Falls from height, Serious injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -.When no edge protection is provided, a 2 metre exclusion zone must be set up. To work within the 2 metre exclusion zone, operatives must be attached to a dead mans anchor then from the anchor a fixed lanyard/rope system is used. If in doubt contact the Health & Safety Department
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A20. Working in access roads, car parks or public places
HARM - Injuries to members of the public, slips &trips or head injuries fro falling objects
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- Medium
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -.Operatives are to ensure that work areas are cordoned off with cones, barrier tape and suitable signage to prevent un-authorised entry. If possible try to minimise works within these areas. If working in a public highway, works must comply with the New Road Street Works Act 1991.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A21. Accessing a loft without internal loft ladder
HARM - Falls from height, Serious injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. If we need to access the loft then at survey stage a request is to be made to the client that he supplies one that is fit for purpose. If this is not possible then a extendable ladder should be used provided it can be secured to the wall via a eyebolt & ratchet strap or held at the base by a second person. Signage, cones and warning tape must be used at the base of the entry point. Ensure that prior to entry that there is adequate lighting and the loft can sustain your weight. If unsure seek advice from the Project Manager responsible.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A22. Loft work
HARM - Falls from height, Serious injuries or Death from falling through ceiling
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Residents in block
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Crawl boards may be required to undertake activities in the loft. Lighting will be needed to reduce risk of injury. Face masks, Hard hats , Hi Vis, gloves , goggles & dust masks to be worn at all times. Possible breathing apparatus may be required.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A23. Accessing a flat roof that does not have anchor points
HARM - Falls from height, Serious injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. A mobile man anchor must be used and the operative must be attached using a fixed restraint device that prevents a fall from the edge of the roof. If the works allows, it is preferable to maintain a 2m exclusion zone to limit the risk of a fall. If you need to gain closer access to the edge, this must be within 1m and a fixed lanyard must be used. NO EXCEPTIONS
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A24. Working on flat roof that has edge protection
HARM - Falls from height, Serious injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. When working on a roof that has edge protection, this must be at least 950mm high as a minimum requirement. If you are unsure, then contact project manager or Health & Safety Department for further advice/guidance.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A25. Discovery of pirate radio aerials
HARM - Threats of violence, possibility of being attacked
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. If you discover anything to do with pirate radio, work must stop and you must leave site immediately. Contact project management immediately for further advise
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A26. Removal of waste
HARM - Serious back damage, sprains, torn ligaments
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- Medium
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. All waste that is created on site such as cardboard, cable, wood, metal brackets, bricks and electrical equipment must be taken back to Head office/depot at the end of each working day where it is must be segregated into the correct skips/bins. This will then be taken away by a licensed waste contractor
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A27. Drilling in properties on high level (falling debris)
HARM - Injuries to passing pedestrians, falling debris
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Before drilling through walls in properties 1 storey and above where there is a risk to the public from falling debris in places such as shops, public foot paths/pavements, roads, communal areas of properties such as gardens and patio areas), an area wide enough directly below on the outside must be cordoned off with cones, barrier tape and clear warning signage to prevent unauthorised access. A second man must be used to hold the net basket inside the property to catch any brick dust or falling debris. Always use a scanner before drilling into any wall.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A28. Access above a low level flat roof
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Operatives must not stand on the flat roof at any time. Cables to be suspended on a cat wire made on floor then ladder secured in position with eye bolts on either side of roof with a rope system in place to attach harness to and a stabiliser at the bottom of the ladder
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A29. Access above a low level pitched roof
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Operatives must not stand on the pitched roof at any time. Cables to be suspended on a cat wire made on floor then ladder secured in position with eye bolts on either side of pitched roof with a rope system in place to attach harness to and a stabiliser at the bottom of the ladder.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A30. Overhead lines (striking of telephone or power lines)
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Equipment must not be used in vicinity of overhead lines. Additional care must be taken when moving ladders as to not to strike the lines. This must be a two man operation. Should the work be too close to lines, stop and contact project manager or Health & Safety Department for further advice
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A31. Electric shock
HARM - Serious Injuries, Burns or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. It is essential to carry out all necessary precautions to ensure all cables, junction boxes, sockets and fittings are not damaged in any way and are safe to use. Provide an accessible and clearly identified switch near each fixed machine to cut off power in event of an emergency. Be aware of first aid procedures in the event of an electrical shock. The use of RCD (Residual Current Device) if using equipment operating at 230 volts or higher can provide additional safety. Either, build it into main switchboard or the socket outlet as this means the supply cables are permanently protected. If this is not possible, a plug incorporating and RCD or a plug in RCD adaptor can also provide additional safety.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A32. Alternating current electrocution
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Isolation procedures must be followed and electrical supplies must be locked off as necessary. An electrical permit to work must be used and any electrical circuits must be verified as "Dead".
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A33. Working in a confined space
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Ensure adequate lighting is available prior to entry. Bump cap to be worn at all times whilst working in confined space to avoid head injuries. All items must be removed from the confined space before entry and a safe working area must be established.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A34. Earth spike installation hazard
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Area to be scanned using an approved cable, avoidance tool prior to installing, an Earth spike. A visual inspection is to be carried out, for underground services noting water pipe, gas boxes etc. Earth rod to be enclosed in, suitable IP rated, enclosure. Conduit to be used from enclosure to cabinet. Please, refer to SCCI QWI No.15
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A35. Excavations
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. If there are any excavations to be carried out, this must be done by a trained and approved contractor. Services such as gas, electricity and water must be identified prior to works commencing using cat scanner, utility drawings and if necessary, isolating services so works can be carried out safely. The utility companies must be called if there is a perceived risk of striking any other cables or utilities (Competent contractor to provide a full safe system of work that must be reviewed by Health & Safety Department).
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A36. Working in residents or communal gardens
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Members of the public
RISK RATING- Medium
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Cones, barrier tape and warning signage to be in place around work area and adequate signage to be in place at all entrances, exits of the building and along all pathways.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A37. Cutting metal materials with hand saw
HARM - Eye injuries due to metal fragment, cuts to hand when handling metal.
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- Medium
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Eye protection and gloves to be worn at all times when cutting metal using a hand saw. Hand saw must be checked by operatives before and after use. Any defects must be reported to project management immediately.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A38. Exposure to noise from drilling or loud machinery
HARM - Loss of hearing or partial deafness
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- Medium
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Hearing protection must be worn when undertaking noisy activities such as drilling. Noise levels must not exceed 85 dba. If unsure, contact project manager or Health & Safety Department for further advise.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A39. Chemical Hazards (Hazardous substances)
HARM - Risk of burns, inhalation and ingestion
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. In order to reduce the risk of exposure to hazardous substances, the following measures will be implemented:
• An inventory of all substances hazardous to health in use by the company will be compiled and maintained together with appropriate hazard information. This can be obtained from the Health & Safety Department.
• All operatives involving, or which may involve, exposure to substances hazardous to health will be medically assessed.
• Appropriate control measures will be implemented if it is not possible to eliminate, or substitute for a hazardous substance (See separate risk assessment).
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A40. Inadequate First Aid provisions
HARM - Sustaining Injuries
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- Medium
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Operatives must ensure they have a first aid box which is a minimum of a 1-10 man kit. It must be adequately stocked and meets legal compliance. Operatives must have a minimum standard of first aid training to comply with the First Aid at work regulations 1981.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A41. Fire prevention and escape routes
HARM - Serious Injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Operatives must ensure before works commence that they know where the escape routes and assembly points are located. Operatives are only allowed to use fire extinguishers if they have had the necessary training. Operatives to follow site emergency procedures at all times.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A42. Potential non-ionising Radiation exposure from transmitters on roof
HARM - General sickness, limb weakness. nausea, headaches. flu like symptoms
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- Medium
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Maintain a 2m exclusion zone away from the transmitters or if possible, ask for the transmitters to be switched off. If any sickness is identified, the operative concerned must inform the client, and leave site immediately to take further medical advice – e.g. go to local hospital.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A43. Work Equipment
HARM - Serious Injuries
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. When working with any work equipment, operatives must ensure the following:
• Work equipment will be maintained in efficient working order, good repair and inspected before and after use. Any defects must be reported to the Health & Safety Department immediately.
• Operatives must ensure that they are trained before using any work equipment in their correct operation.
• Operatives to ensure that they wear necessary protective clothing (such as hi viz, safety boots, gloves and where applicable, eye protection and dust masks.
• Operatives to use work equipment in the manner and for the purpose, which they were intended for use.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A44. Use of portable/transportable electrical equipment
HARM - Serious injury, Electrocution, Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Portable Appliance Testing should be carried out by a competent person every 6 months in line with HSG INDG236 ‘Maintaining portable electric equipment in offices and other low-risk environments’. Pre use examinations should be carried out by operatives to ensure that any cables have no damage to insulation, severing to outer casing, lose connections and that fuse/pins are all in good condition.
All faults should be reported to the Health & Safety Department immediately and the equipment should not be used until it has been re tested and declared safe by a competent person.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A45. Using electrical equipment in wet areas or conditions
HARM - Serious injury, Electrocution, Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Ensure that equipment is suitably insulated and only tested equipment is used which has been checked by a competent person. In severe environmental conditions the use of electrical equipment must not be used and must be reported to the Health & Safety Department immediately. If working in the vicinity of the pool area, the use of a R.C.D. should be used and the use of a transformer to reduce the electrical voltage to 110V.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A46. Overloading of power points
HARM - Serious injury, Electrocution, Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Operatives to ensure that enough points are available to carry out their works. One appliance should only be used at each power point to avoid the use of multipoint adaptors and the possibility of overloading. If in any doubt, contact the Health & Safety Department.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A47. High risk maintenance works or complex installations
HARM - Serious injury or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. A Permit To Work must be used in any situation where the work is of high risk to operatives. Operatives must be fully briefed of conditions set out in permit and must be signed for by an authorised person. All work areas must be segregated from members of the public by using cones, barrier tape and warning signage. At the end of works, engineers must check area to ensure that it is safe and poses no risk to members of the public. Authorised person will then check area fully and sign off permit to say works are completed.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A48. Trailing cables from static or portable electrical equipment
HARM - Serious injury, trips or burns
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- Medium
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Cable clips must be used to tie cables together. Use hazard tape to secure cables to floor/wall etc, or the use of a cable run to prevent any slips, trips & falls. Consider installing new sockets to prevent any trailing cables and use appropriate signage to show trailing cables if you are using a portable electrical item such as a vacuum cleaner. Portable electrical equipment should be used out of hours wherever reasonably practicable.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A49. Faulty Cables on electrical equipment
HARM - Serious injuries, electric shock, Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Visual checks of cables should be carried out by a competent person at specified times (i.e. Before use, weekly, monthly or annually depending on the type of equipment). Further advice can be obtained from the Health & Safety Department.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A50. Switch rooms and Fuse boards
HARM - Serious injuries, electric shock, Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Ensure that distribution board circuits are correctly labelled. Keep area locked/secured at all times and ensure good housekeeping is adhered to. Must ensure that fixed installation testing is carried out by a competent person every 5 years. Further advice can be obtained from the Health & Safety Department.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
A51. Fire caused by an electrical fault
HARM - Smoke inhalation, Burns, Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Ensure that visual checks are carried out on a regular basis (i.e. Before use, weekly, monthly and annually). Ensure that wires are not fraying as this can cause arcing. Further advice can be obtained from the Health & Safety Department
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?

Access equipment - Works with MEWP

Is a Cherry Picker (MEWP) Required?
B1. Electricity/electrocution
HARM - Electrocution, serious injuries, death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. This must be identified at survey stage, If there is even a remote chance that an overhead cable could be struck then work must be stopped immediately. Do not continue to operate the equipment. Get advice from Project Manager. Check the area above for any electrical lines or any cables that may come into contact with equipmen
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
B2. Equipment Failure
HARM - Failure of equipment causing serious injuries or death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Equipment to be maintained and examined as per LOLER Regulations. All mechanical parts to be included in MEWP engineers examination. Equipment to be tagged and valid certification to be held on equipment. Operator must carryout pre-start checks as per training that they have had.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
B3. Falls and falling objects
HARM - Injuries to persons below from falling objects
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. No materials to hang over the platforms handrails. Operator must not hang over the handrails. Equipment not to be overloaded. Work area to be cordoned off with cones, barrier tape and warning signage. If working in a public highway must comply with the New Road Street Works Act 1991
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
B4. Operating MEWP
HARM - Falls from heights, Serious injuries or Death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -.Only competent trained personnel holding valid certification to operate equipment. It must be fully tested and hold current certification. Equipment risk assessment to be read, understood, and signed by operatives. It must be made available on equipment at all times.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
B5. Overhead Lines (Striking of electricity lines)
HARM - Striking electrical cables / electrocution
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -.Area to be assessed for overhead lines at survey stage if possible. Under no circumstances must equipment be used in vicinity of overhead lines unless otherwise stated.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
B6. Overloading of equipment
HARM - Failure of equipment causing serious injuries or death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. The equipment will not be overloaded and will fall within the specified safe working load. The operator will be fully qualified and conversant with the operational aspects of the equipment.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
B7. Parking of MEWP
HARM - Un-authorised persons using MEWPS resulting in damage to pavements and services resulting in possible serious injury or death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Vehicle to be left in a safe place, all electrics to be isolated and keys kept by the operator so no unauthorised use can take place. This may include having physical barriers to prevent unauthorised access. Floor track mats must be used at all times to prevent damage to ground and pavements. Use of MEWPS on footpaths should be avoided where possible due to the amount of services being buried underneath.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
B8. Servicing equipment
HARM - Failure of equipment causing serious injuries or death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Only a qualified engineer will service/repair the equipment. All repairs/services will comply with LOLER regulations. The engineer will comply with site rules conditions. Equipment will be isolated and ignition keys removed before any hatches or guards are removed from the equipment. Engineer will be fully aware of the Equipment risk assessment.
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
B9. Siting and setting up of MEWP
HARM - Falls from Height, serious injuries or death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. Suitably competent and qualified operator to CITB or IPAF standard. Initial pre-start checks/Inspection prior to operation to ensure safe working. Machine setup and levelled in accordance with manufacturers instructions. Suitable firm level ground conditions with no slopes, underground services manholes, obstructions. Outriggers/stabilisers to be properly set up with spreader pads utilised as necessary to spread load and prevent sinking. Ground conditions to be monitored at all times. During set up and once established, area to be maintained safe with adoption of cones, barrier tape and warning signage. If working in a public highway compliance with regards to New Street Work Act to be applied. No attempt is to be made to exceed safe working load or tamper with safety related devices.
RESIDUAL RISK - Medium
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
B10. Working in adverse weather conditions
HARM - Falls from Height, serious injuries or death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. All operations will cease in adverse weather conditions such as high winds, driving rain, thunder, lightning and snow or Ice
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?
B11. Accessing a flat roof using MEWP
HARM - Falls from Height, serious injuries or death
PERSONS AT RISK - Operatives / Members of the public
RISK RATING- High
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IMPLEMENTED -. MEWP must be operated by trained competent person. All areas below must be segregated from members of the public by means of signage and physical barriers. The MEWP arm must be fully extendable and be placed a suitable distance away from the edge of the roof. Suggest approx 2 meters. The operatives must be kept attached via a fixed lanyard at all times including exiting the basket until a safe distance can be maintained
RESIDUAL RISK - Low
Additional control measures required?
Any Additional Control Measures Required?