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The Use Heavy Machinery In Design And Technology Classes Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Incorrect handling technique
- Inadequate training
- 2. Machine Start-up
- Start-up procedure not followed
- Ignoring safety features of machine
- 3. Loading Material
- Improper lifting technique
- Loose clothing caught in machinery
- 4. Machine Operation
- Improper use
- Distractions leading to Accident
- 5. Material Handling
- Unorganized workspace
- Incorrect handling technique
- 6. Tool Change
- Careless tool storage
- Bypassing lockout-tag out
- 7. Maintenance
- Electrical hazard during maintenance
- Poorly maintained tools
- 8. Shutdown Process
- Mishandling during shutdown
- Failure to de-energize the machine
- 9. Machine Cleaning
- Using inappropriate cleaning products
- not wearing protective equipment
- 10. Waste Disposal
- Incorrect disposal could lead to injury
- Environmental Hazard
- 11. Storage
- Incorrectly stored tools or materials
- Slipping/Tripping Hazards
- 12. Emergency Procedures
- Failure to understand protocols
- Ineffective communication
- 13. Quality Checks
- Failure to follow standards
- carelessness
- 14. Reporting
- Incomplete or incorrect reporting
- failure to report immediately
- 15. Debriefing
- Potential misunderstanding of instructions
- Fatigue
- 16. Regular Training sessions
- Insufficient refresher training
- complacency
- 17. Maintenance checks
- Machinery not adequately maintained
- Use of worn-out tools
- 18. Personal Protective Equipment Checks
- Irregular inspection
- Failure to use PPE appropriately
- 19. Safety Inspections
- Inadequate safety measures in place
- Hazards Missed
- 20. Risk Assessment Review
- Irregular risk assessment
- Lack of follow up