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Key Features:
• Uniform Structure: Each template includes clearly defined sections for job steps, potential hazards, risk matrices, control measures, and emergency procedures.
• Comprehensive Hazard Identification: Systematically record foreseeable hazards at every stage of your work process—from preparation and equipment checks to final debriefing.
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• Regulatory Compliance: Built to align with Australia’s WHS legislation and Codes of Practice, these templates include guidance notes and reference links to help you stay compliant.
• Emergency Preparedness & Documentation: Integrated sections for emergency response planning and thorough documentation review ensure all critical safety information is captured and easily accessible.
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The Checking Equipment Before Job Commencement Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Slips
- trips and falls
- Incorrect use of tools
- 2. Inspection of Equipment
- Electrical faults
- Inadequate maintenance
- 3. Setup Workspace
- Loose materials
- poor lighting
- 4. Operation of Equipment
- Incorrect operation
- Inadequate training
- 5. Handling Materials
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Cuts and abrasions
- 6. Completion of Work
- Poor housekeeping
- Careless disposal of waste
- 7. Packing Up
- Manual handling injuries
- Misplacing tools
- 8. Report any Issues
- Failing to report
- Communication breakdown
- 9. Regular Maintenance
- Equipment failure
- Lack of servicing
- 10. Regular Training
- Inadequate knowledge
- Incorrect methods
- 11. Personal Protective Equipment Usage
- Exposure to hazards
- PPE not used correctly
- 12. Emergency Procedures Familiarisation
- Poor response in emergencies
- Lack of familiarisation with procedures
- 13. Pre-work checks
- Overlooking faulty equipment
- Skipping pre-checks due to time pressure
- 14. Dealing with Hazardous Materials
- Exposure to hazardous substances
- Incorrect storage
- 15. Post-Work Checks
- Inadequate post-work checks
- Missed safety issues