External Trips, Slips & Hazard Spot -Broadland Housing

A Simple External Inspection walk to spot obvious hazards on Broadland Housing communal walkways, traffic routes and shared areas where people are likely to walk or children play. Higher risk areas should be considered when risk rating, for example: known high foot traffic /areas used as public thoroughfare,or by persons visually impaired or with limited mobility. The assessors believe the information contained within this report to be correct and do not accept responsibility for any consequences arising from the use of the information herein. The report is based on matters which were observed or came to the attention of the assessors during the day of the assessment and should not be relied upon as an exhaustive record of all possible risks or hazards that may exist or potential improvements that can be made.

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Hazard (potential to cause harm)

Trip hazards

Trip hazards : Are the paved areas/paths, car parks inspected, level, safe from potholes, sunken, loose, raised or rocking , raised tree roots, missing, damaged or unsecure manhole /inspection covers?

Slip Hazards

Are paths reasonably free from loose stones, wet leaves, moss, oil spills. (supported housing sites and steep ramps have snow and ice controls as per BHA policy)

Paths obstructions

Paths obstructions: Do paths inspected have reasonable clear space to walk without being injured ? for example: protruding sharp objects/falling fences ,foliage/low tree<br>branches

Steps /ramps

Do steps and ramps appear safe & undamaged? For example are the edges of steps clearly visible (highlighted with white or yellow paint<br>where necessary) Stair nosing and handrails secure (where fitted)

Fly tipping/Arson risk

Fly tipping /Arson risk: Are communal areas free from fly tipping ? Consider high risk items such as combustibles/furniture dumped near fire exits & against walls of flats

Trees

Do trees appear to be free from obvious visible damage, for example large damaged branches likely to fall?

Gates

Do communal gates, including powered gates appear safe/securely fixed ?

Electrical/lighting

Electrical/lighting : Are there any obvious visible electrical hazards/ unsafe conditions for example damaged lights/exposed wires/extension cables. Reported poor light?

Scaffolding

Is there scaffolding in the communal area?
Is the 7 day inspection tag attached, up to date & compliant ladder guard in place on ground access ladder?

Temporary fencing

<br>Is there temporary fencing erected in the communal area ?
Does it appear stable and secure, not causing tenants issues with safe access & egress?

Other hazards

Are there other hazards noted? for example communal foliage growing over gas flues, used needles, damaged benches.
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Update the current risk rating for this site- external areas. High & Very High risk ratings to be re inspected within reasonable time to confirm actions completed

Risk Rating

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