Audit
What activity will you be performing?
Are you fit to perform the required task?
Do you understand the job - has it been explained sufficiently?
Are you competent to do the work and familiar with the equipment?
Are the tools and equipment in a safe condition?
Have you informed others who may be affected by your work?
List the risks & what controls you will use to reduce the risks in the text box if different to the defaults provided
GRAVITY - falling objects, working at height, slips, trips
*Dropping equipment: Wear safety boots, perform lift with at least 2 people.
MASS - pulling, pushing, sliding, being hit by vehicles/objects
*Moving equipment: Use a trolley, plan route; *Sliding equipment pinch points: take care when folding handles down, wear suitable gloves to protect fingers
HUMAN MOVEMENT - bending, lifting, carrying
*Back Injury: Stretch before starting lift, plan the lift, perform lift with at least 2 people.
ELECTRICAL - electrocution, damaged cables
*Low voltage cable risk: Inspect all cables before use; seek permission to power on equipment.
MECHANICAL - cutting, crushing, entanglement
*Sharp rail/cardboard box edges: Wear suitable gloves.
NOISE/VIBRATION - A/Cs, computer equipment, other machinery
*Data Centre Background Noise: Wear suitable ear protection if working in DC for extended period, perform work remotely outside room where possible.
ISOLATED WORKER - Working unaccompanied
*Check in with Supervisor every 1 hr via agreed method
THERMAL - hot, cold
PRESSURE/VACUUM - lifting floor tiles
STORED ENERGY - spings, flywheels, counterweights
RADIATION - UV sunlight
FIRE/EXPLOSION - ignition sources, flammable waste, packaging
ASPHYXIATION - lack of oxygen, fire suppresents
ENVIRONMENTAL - earth/air/water impacts, heat, cold, exposure
DESIGN - Hazards/impacts associated with design of products
VEHICLES - vehicle > vehicle / vehicle > person collisions
Other
Ladders
General Tools - Screw Drivers, hammers, extensions?
Other
Which of the following PPE will be required?
Safety Boots
Gloves
Glasses
Ear plugs
Correct PPE Clothing
Harnesses
Hard Hats
Respirator
Please send this assessment to reception@rtbclean.co.za and to the Safety Officer of the site you are working at!for filing
