Title Page

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location

1. STOP & Think

  • Task description

  • Take photo of work environment

  • Do I clearly understand what is required? Clear instructions?

  • Am I trained to do the work?

  • Am I familiar with the equipment/machinery/task?

  • Are the tools and equipment in a safe condition?

  • Am I safe from other activities/tasks in the area?

  • Have I informed others who may be affected by my work?

  • Do I have the correct PPE for the Task?

2. Identify Hazards and Risks

  • Are there stored energy risks?

  • Electrical

  • Hydraulic

  • Pneumatic

  • Chemical

  • Thermal (Natural Gas)

  • Are ALL sources of energy isolated and locked out?

  • If Hazardous Substances are present - ensure Hazardous Substances Permit is completed, has this been done?

  • Is there a risk of injury, If yes what type

  • Being hit by moving object

  • Fall, slip or trip

  • Hitting objects with part of the body

  • Strained muscle

  • Contact with heat or cold

  • Crushing/caught between objects

  • Cuts/abrasion

  • Chemical exposure

  • List controls for any identified risks from above:

  • Any other hazards associated with the task?

  • Description of hazards

  • Take photo of hazards

3. Assess the Level of Risk

  • Risk Score

  • Notify Manager AND Add additional controls, list them here:

  • STOP Work and Reassess - Notify Manager

  • Have all potential risks been discussed and understood by all involved in the task?

4. Hazards & Risk Controls

  • State the controls for the hazards/risks listed above:

  • Have all hazard controls been implemented?

5. Proceed Safely

  • Other observations/comments, e.g. colleagues working with/near you?

  • Can the Task proceed safely?

  • If multiple team Members are performing the task, all MUST sign off the Take 5

  • Sign off

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