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The Clearing Blocked Gutters Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Slipping
- Tripping
- 2. Access Equipment
- Falling from Ladder
- Incorrect Setup
- 3. Safety Gear Check
- Improperly Fitted Gear
- Missing PPE
- 4. Site Assessment
- Unstable Ground
- Overhead Obstructions
- 5. Securing Work Area
- Unauthorized Access
- Hazardous Debris
- 6. Gutter Inspection
- Sharp Edges
- Insect Nests
- 7. Removing Blockages
- Manual Handling of Debris
- Falling Objects
- 8. Cleaning Gutters
- Exposure to Chemicals
- Slippery Surface
- 9. Checking Downpipes
- Blockage in Downpipes
- Splash from Water
- 10. Clearing Downpipes
- High Pressure Water
- Abrasions
- 11. Replacing Components
- Loose Components
- Faulty Fixings
- 12. Inspecting Roof
- Damaged Tiles
- Inadequate Safety Railings
- 13. Final Inspection
- Missed Issues
- Late Identification of Hazards
- 14. Packing Up Tools
- Equipment Falls
- Trip Hazards
- 15. Debriefing
- Miscommunication
- Unaddressed Safety Concerns
- 16. Documentation
- Incomplete Records
- Data Errors
- 17. Waste Disposal
- Incorrect Waste Handling
- Environmental Spills
- 18. Cleaning Up Site
- Leftover Debris
- Slippery Surfaces
- 19. Tool Maintenance
- Faulty Tools
- Electrical Hazards
- 20. Review and Feedback
- Lack of Feedback Implementation
- Oversights