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The Adjusting Brakes For Different Load Weights Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Tripping over tools
- Incorrect manual handling techniques
- 2. Identifying Load Weight
- Inaccuracy in load measurement
- Miscommunication of load weight
- 3. Brake Adjustment Site Selection
- Poor lighting
- Uneven or slippery surfaces
- 4. Tools and Equipment Verification
- Using inadequate or unsuitable tools
- Tools malfunction during use
- 5. Adjusting Brakes to match Load Weight
- Mechanical failure
- Incorrect adjustment causing over/underperformance
- 6. Testing Adjusted Brakes
- Brake failure during testing
- Accidental injury due to unforeseen brake performance
- 7. Reviewing Brake Adjustment Work
- Misinterpretation of observed results
- Ignoring unusual noise or signs of brake issues
- 8. Record Keeping
- Mistakes in recording data
- Inaccurate records leading to future malpractice
- 9. Cleaning Up
- Misplacement or loss of tools
- Slips and falls due to unclean area
- 10. Vehicle Final Assessment
- Movement of the vehicle causing accidental injury
- Missing out on noticing any remaining problems
- 11. Reporting
- Failure to communicate work details effectively
- Loss of important documents or reports
- 12. Disposing Waste Materials
- Injury from sharp objects
- Incorrect disposal leading to pollution
- 13. Equipment Storage
- Incorrect storage causing damage to equipment
- Storage area hazards leading to accidents
- 14. Post Adjustment Test Drive
- Unpredictable road conditions
- Unidentified adjustments issues surfacing during drive
- 15. Follow-up Work Assessment
- Overlooking minor issues
- Misinterpretation of the vehicle's performance metrics post adjustment