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The Shallow Stormwater Pits Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Slips
- trips
- and falls
- Manual handling injuries
- 2. Isolate Area
- Incomplete isolation
- Unauthorised access
- 3. Mark Pit Confirm Depth
- Miscommunication
- Inaccurate measurement
- 4. Set Up Safety Barriers
- Falling objects
- Inappropriate barrier placement
- 5. Check Equipment
- Damaged equipment
- Insufficient tools
- 6. Remove Surface Debris
- Sharp objects
- Biohazards
- 7. Extract Sediments
- Manual handling injuries
- Inhalation of dust and particles
- 8. Disposal of Waste
- Incorrect waste disposal
- Excessive time spent in pit area
- 9. Inspect Pit for Damage
- Tripping while inspecting
- Missed damage identification
- 10. Clear Obstructions
- Working at heights
- Struck by falling objects
- 11. Clean Pit Surface
- Slippery surface
- Misuse of cleaning chemicals
- 12. Reinstate Area
- Inadequate site clean up
- Improper lifting of barriers