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The Control Pests And Disease Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Unprotected skin
- Eye injuries from flying debris
- 2. Inspection & Identification of Pests/Diseases
- Allergic reactions to insects
- Exposure to harmful bacteria
- 3. Selection and Preparation of Equipment
- Improper handling of equipment
- Tripping hazards from poor organisation
- 4. Applying Pesticides or Treatments
- Exposure to harmful chemicals
- Ingestion of harmful chemicals
- 5. Disposal of Deceased Pests
- Potential spread of diseases
- Handling dangerous organisms
- 6. Clean Up
- Chemical spills
- Leaving tools/equipment out- trip hazard
- 7. Storage of pesticides and equipment
- Improper storage leading to chemical leakage
- Unsecured stored goods falling
- 8. Regular Monitoring
- Potential exposure to recurring pests/diseases
- Exposure to harsh outdoor conditions
- 9. Reporting and Documentation
- Strain injuries due to prolonged computer use
- Stress from extensive workloads
- 10. Training for Pest and Disease Control
- Misunderstanding of procedures
- Insufficient skills leading to accidents
- 11. Lawn Mowing/Trimming for Pest Control
- Injury from improper use of tools
- Noise pollution affecting hearing
- 12. Use of Protective Clothing
- Heat stress
- Limited mobility leading to accidents
- 13. Handling Pesticide Containers
- Direct contact with hazardous substances
- Container falls causing spills
- 14. Servicing Pest Control Equipment
- Improper handling leading to equipment damage
- Electric shock from faulty electronics
- 15. Transportation of Pesticides/Disease control products
- Vehicle accidents
- Exposure to dangerous chemicals on spills or leakages
- 16. Emergency Procedures Execution
- Panic leading to mistakes
- Neglect of safety procedures
- 17. Review and Update of Pest Control Strategies
- Overlooking vital processes
- Inadequate modifications leading to inefficiency
- 18. Replacement/Repair of Damaged Equipment
- Improper handling of tools
- Potential injury during repair efforts
- 19. Health Surveillance - Post Application
- Long term exposure to pesticides
- Ignoring health checks leading to overlooked illnesses
- 20. Communication with Other Staff
- Miscommunication leading to errors
- Insufficient information causing anxiety/stress