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The Test Elevator Brakes Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Lack of safety equipment
- Inadequate training
- 2. Inspect Site
- Poor lighting
- Unstable ground
- 3. Identify Tools and Equipment
- Faulty equipment
- Incorrect tool choices
- 4. Install Safety Barriers
- Falling objects
- Slippage risk
- 5. Inspect Elevator Shaft
- Electrocution from power source
- Falling into the shaft
- 6. Lock Out Elevator
- Failure to secure power source
- Faulty locking mechanism
- 7. Remove Top Cabin Covers
- Cut/puncture hazards
- Falling objects
- 8. Access Braking System
- Electrical faults
- Incorrect handling
- 9. Inspect Brake Pads
- Exposure to brake dust
- Use of non-compatible parts
- 10. Replace Brake Pads
- Handling heavy tools and equipment
- Incorrect Installation
- 11. Test Braking System
- Break failure
- Loud noises causing shocks
- 12. Secure elevator
- Failure in lock system
- Elevator free-fall
- 13. Reassemble elevator cabin covers
- Injury from improper tool use
- Trapping hands or fingers
- 14. Testing operation
- Overloading
- Sudden stops resulting in injuries
- 15. Clean Up Work Area
- Trip and slip hazards
- Exposure to hazardous materials