WHS RISK ASSESSMENT FOR LOSS ADJUSTORS

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Was the premises built AFTER Dec 2003?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• It is a legal requirement to contact Safework NSW regarding the demolitian or refurbishment. Email them on adu@workcover.nsw.gov.au

ASBESTOS

• Have you confirmed that there is no asbestos on site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the type of asbestos been identified by an hygienist or licensed asbestos contractor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do not proceed until the type and quantity have been assessed by a licensed asbestos contractor.

• When asbestos may be present, PPE requirements are P2 or N95 disposable mask or half-face respirator, disposable overalls, face and hand wipes, boot covers or gumboots.

STRUCTURAL ASSESSMENT

• Was an engineer's assessment required and obtained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Were trades engaged on the basis of this assessment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

HAZARDOUS or FLAMMABLE CHEMICALS

• Were there any commercial quantities of hazardous or flammable chemicals used on site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Arrange for a qualified specialist (e.g. EPA Engineer or Hygienist) to provide advice on removal and remediation.

• Have you confirmed the correct PPE that will be required for the site visit, considering the type of chemicals required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check with fire department or the Chemical Safety Data Sheet for advice

BIOLOGICAL HAZARDS -

• Has there been contamination from a death or human matter, animal carcass or large quantities of spoiled food?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Has the affected area been biologically cleaned?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If attending site before cleaning it is essential that you wear the following PPE while onsite:
  P2 or N95 respirator, disposable overalls, face and hand wipes, boot covers or gumboots.

WATER DAMAGED PREMISES

• Has the category of water contamination been determined?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Arrange for site assessment, appropriate cleanup and make safe

• Was a hygienist assessment required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the hygienist provided their assessment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the appropriate level of make safe been completed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have trades confirmed that the make safe has been completed and it is safe to attend site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do I have the correct PPE for the site assessment? (Show covers / Gum Boots, P2 respirator, Gloves, hand sanitiser)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

DYNAMIC RISK ASSESSMENT - SCAN THE AREA CAREFULLY AS YOU ENTER

• Is the area stripped and dried in line with your instructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there any electrical, biological or chemical hazards present?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• STOP - Scan the site - Is it safe to enter? If not - DON'T

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Has the floor area been cleared of trip & slip hazards?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are there any protrusions from the ceiling which are a hazard?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Has the electricity been turned off?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are there any electrical hazards in the area?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Am I wearing the correct PPE for the situation ? (e.g. P2 Mask, shoe covers or gumboots, hand sanitiser, disposable overalls, etc)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A