Risk Assessment Activity: Site: Supervisor Date
Flower boxes are to be fixed to wall 1.5m away from swimming pool. Small site. Architectural Technologist 4/12/12
Hazard Identification and Risk Evaluation Hazards
Who is affected?
Lifting heavy objects Working at height
Construction worker Construction worker
Risk Evaluation 12 8
Swimming pool
Construction worker/public/AT
12
HIGH
Slippery floor
Construction worker/public/AT
9
MEDIUM
Power tools - Safety
Construction worker
16
HIGH
Power tools - Health
Construction worker/public/AT
6
LOW
Falling objects
Construction worker/public/AT
12
HIGH
Residual Risk HIGH MEDIUM
Control Measures The hazards (problems) above relate to the control measures (solutions) below. Implementing these measures will reduce the risk. 1
PHYSICAL - Can cause injury to back etc. 15kg/linear metre = 60+kg. Use technology to lift. Teach construction worker how to use technology safely.
2
PHYSICAL – Can cause injury to any part of body. Only 3m high. Use barriers/harness at height to prevent falling.
3
CHEMICAL – Can cause someone to drown. 1.5m away from site. Use barriers at ground level. Warning signs.
4
PHYSICAL – Can cause minor injury or worse if pool is unguarded. Use slip-proof lining on floor. Wear helmets.
5
PHYSICAL – Can cause minor/lethal damage to body. Electrocution a risk. Use a battery drill instead of electronic tools. Use hand guards. Teach construction worker safety.