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The Clean Slippery Surfaces Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Misuse of cleaning chemicals
- Slippery surfaces when wet
- 2. Assess the Area
- Unknown contaminants
- Exposure to biological hazards
- 3. Select Appropriate Equipment
- Incorrect equipment for task
- Equipment malfunction
- 4. Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Inadequate protection
- Incorrect usage of PPE
- 5. Apply Cleaning Solution
- Exposure to harsh chemicals
- Slippery surfaces when wet
- 6. Scrubbing and Cleaning
- Musculoskeletal injuries from repetitive motion
- Exposure to contaminated fluids
- 7. Rinse and Dry Up Surface
- Slippery surfaces
- Electrocution from water contact with electrical outlets/ appliances
- 8. Dispose of Waste Properly
- Improper waste disposal
- Contaminated waste exposure
- 9. Inspect Cleaned Surfaces
- Unseen residuals on surface
- Re-occurrence of slippery conditions
- 10. Store Equipment and Chemicals
- Improper storage leading to leaks/spills
- Access by unauthorised personnel
- 11. Complete Documentation & Reporting
- Incomplete documentation
- Lack of hazard communication
- 12. Debrief Team
- Inadequate communication of hazards
- Misunderstood instructions
- 13. Regular Maintenance & Inspections
- Ignored maintenance schedules
- Overlooked equipment faults
- 14. Employee Training & Safety Briefings
- Inadequate training
- Non-compliance with safety protocols
- 15. Emergency Procedures
- Unprepared for emergencies
- Panic in emergency situations