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The Dealing With Inclement Weather Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Equipment malfunction
- High wind conditions
- 2. Weather forecast checking
- Misinformation
- Lack of resources
- 3. Equipment checking
- Malfunctioning gear
- Power outage
- 4. Safety briefing
- Miscommunication
- Lack of attention
- 5. Secure work area
- Unstable structures
- Materials in flight path
- 6. Wear appropriate clothing
- Hypothermia
- Heat stroke
- 7. Monitor weather conditions
- Unpredictable changes
- Fast-approaching storm
- 8. Conduct work
- Inadequate lighting
- Slippery surfaces
- 9. Pause if necessary
- Fatigue
- Reduced visibility
- 10. Resume when safe
- Resumed too soon
- Workers not ready
- 11. Cleanup work area
- Tripping hazards
- Unsecured equipment
- 12. Inspection and maintenance
- Unsafe equipment
- Workers unqualified for task
- 13. Continuous monitoring
- Changing conditions ignored
- Missed warning signs
- 14. Emergency plan
- Inadequate planning
- Panicked reactions
- 15. Review and update procedures
- Outdated information
- Inconsistent application
- 16. Training and drills
- Inadequate training
- Non-participation in drills
- 17. Debrief and document
- Missed critical information
- Inconsistent records
- 18. Rest and recovery
- Overwork
- Insufficient rest
- 19. Evaluate performance
- Overconfidence
- Unreported mistakes
- 20. Report final result
- Late reporting
- Incorrect data