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Risk Matrix
1. Layout
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Slip, trip, fall hazards (power cords, open file cabinets etc )
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Doorways/exits are free from obstruction
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Area is clean, tidy and well kept.
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Floor is easy to clean, free from spills, free of obstructions (ie files and boxes) and slip resistant. (No ripped/frayed carpet)
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There is adequate ventilation.
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Aisles, stairs and walkways are clearly defined
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Aisles, stairs and walkways safe and clear
2. Environment
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Adequate lighting for work area (benches/desks)
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Items producing high noise levels are isolated
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Hearing protection is provided and used
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Noise levels within acceptable limits (85dB(A))
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Temperature is comfortable.
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Best use of natural light
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Work area is ventilated
3. Emergency Procedures
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Written evacuation procedures and exits displayed and up to date.
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Are spill kits available?
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Portable fire extinguishers have been provided and maintained.
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Escape routes and emergency doors are clear.
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Procedures are in place for isolated workers.
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Emergency and hazard signage is clearly visa le.
4. First Aid Facilities
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There are appropriate first aid and emergency facilities in the near vicinity and workers' are aware of them.
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Kits are clearly signed, stocked and contents are in-date.
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Names and contacts of first aiders displayed and up to date.
5. General Facilities
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Washing facilities are clean and functional.
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Are stairs, passageways and store rooms well lit?
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Warning and Safety signage in good condition.
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Isolation valves are readily accessible and clearly labelled.
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Walls, windows, doors and furniture is in good condition.
6. Manual Handling
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Where applicable manual handling Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are available.
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Personnel in inspection area are inducted and trained in manual handling.
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Trolleys or mechanical hoists are available and are being considered for heavy items or loads.
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Step ladders or safe steps available to access light items stored on high shelves.
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Workers have been asked for safer ways to do the job.
7. Storage
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Adequate storage area provided.
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Materials stored in racks and bins wherever possible.
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Storage designed to minimize lifting problems I.e. heavy objects not stored on upper racks.
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Racking securely fixed to the floor or wall.
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Safe lifting sign displayed.
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Are storage areas labelled appropriately and organized.
8. Slips and Trips
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Personnel in inspection area are inducted and trained in slips and trips
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Mobile warning signs are available and erected near spills.
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There are special provisions for slip resistance in wet areas.
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Guard rails and slip resistance are provided on ramps and stairs.
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Walkways are free of hazards, such as electrical leads.
9. Electrical Safety
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Personnel in inspection area are inducted and trained in Electrical Safety and are following applicable SOPs. (Safe Operating Procedures).
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All portable equipment has current test tags.
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Portable RCD device is available and has been tested. (Tested every two years)
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Flexable cord, plugs ad extension leads are in good condition and have either moulded or transparent type plugs.
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Power points are suitable for the location and are positioned safely.
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Power boards are used. (not double adapters).
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Faulty equipment is tagged out. (Tag and tags is available). (Test office equipment 5 years, every year for cleaning equipment)
10. Chemical Aspects
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Personnel in inspection area are inducted and trained in Chemical Handling and are following applicable SOPs (Safe Operating Procedures).
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MSDS (not older older than 5 years) are available for workers reference and included in the hazardous substances register.
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There is an up to date easy to find and read list/register summary of all chemicals used.
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A risk assessment has been completed for all chemicals and harmful substances stored and used at the workplace.
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Actions have been take to control risks. For example , an investigation has been doe to find out whether an alternative safer chemical is available.
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Decanted containers are labeled with name, risk and safety instructions.
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Original containers have the manufacturer's label.
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Chemicals stored according to compatibility and bundled i.e. in flammable or corrosive cabinets.
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Are minimal amounts of corrosives stored, and/or used?
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Only flammables stored in flammable liquid cabinet?
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Are the warning signs on the cabinet legible? (e.g. DG Class 3 diamond, no smoking, no ignition sources).
11. Personal Protective Equipment
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Required PPE available
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Instruction and information of PPE are available.
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PPE store available well maintained and in good order.
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Signage of PPE requirements displayed on equipment.
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Appropriate signs displayed to standard requirements visible, correctly located and in good condition, (Inside and outside).
12. Noise
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A risk assessment on noise has been conducted where it is likely that workers Re exposed to noise levels.
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Control measures have been put in place to reduce the risk of injury as a result of noise, including the provision of personal hearing protection.
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Workers have received information and training in relation to noise at the workplace.
13. Machinery and Plant
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Records are kept of maintenance, alterations and inspections.
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Keys are not left behind in unattended mobile plant.
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Are safe work method statements/warming signs clearly visible?
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Manufacturer's manuals and operator instructions are readily available.
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Inspection re records are made and kept in relation to plant.
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Work area is organized for the safety of the mobile plant operator and pedestrians. (Safe walkways on floor?)
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Pre-start safety check of mobile plant is carried out in accordance to Manufactures instructions
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Mobile plant is in good working order. (Seat, lights, steering, controls, horn, tyres, gas cylinder, warning signs, brakes, mast, chains, hoses, counterweight, control labels).
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Seatbelt and rollover protection is provided wherer required.
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Emergency stops tested andc are working.
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Welding screens available, maintained and in good condition.
14. Guarding
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Operators and maintenance personnel properly trained, familiar with the operation and set up of machinery and able to demonstrate safety features.
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Where fixed guards are provided, they prevent operation of the machinery when open, the guards are prevented from opening while the machinery is in operation.
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Where a presence sensing system is used, it operates as intended and stops the machinery when the light beams or sensors are interrupted.
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Guards protect against hazards to the rear and sides of machinery.
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Pre-operational checks are conducted to ensure safety features are in working order.
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Warning signs and decals clearly visible.
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Where it is not practical to provide guarding and people are required to operate or pass close to dangerous moving parts, a safe system of work in place to reduce risk.
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Manufacturer's manuals are available for operators.
15. Welding Safety
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Are staff appropriately trained and inducted in the dangers of performing welding tasks?
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Are students appropriately supervised by a competent person when welding?
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Is there adequate ventilation for welding tasks?
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Are there appropriate warning signs in welding areas?
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Are mobile welding screens available.
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To prevent flashbacks on Oxy-acetylene welding sets, flashback arrestors must be installed on the outlets of both regulators, and torch inlets.
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Are ventilation systems working adequately?
16. Compressed Gas
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Cylinders contents are identified and appropriately secured.
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Cylinders are stored according to dangerous goods class and empty cylinders are separated from full ones.
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Gas lines are free of leaks, kinks, wear & tear.
17. Customer Service
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Is there a procedure to deal with difficult or violent customers in the workplace
18. Photocopier
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Are gloves available for handling toner
19. Waste
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Bins adequate and I good repair
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Bins emptied regularly
20. Workstations
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Mouse can be placed within easy reach
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Computer leads neatly coiled
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Desk or bench large enough to accommodate all work
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Footrest available if required (if thighs are not parcelled to the floor)
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Keyboard directly in front of monitor
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Top of monitor at approximately eye level
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Chair can be adjusted to suitable position to work
21. Amenities
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Lunch room clean and hygienic
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Adequate supplies (soap, paper towels, toilet rolls)
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Toilets clean and hygienic
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