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The Using Full Face Masks Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Risk of exposure to harmful substances
- Tripping hazards
- 2. Equipment Inspection
- Faulty equipment
- Improper fit of the mask
- 3. Fitting the Mask
- Skin irritation
- Inadequate oxygen supply
- 4. Safety Check
- Mask leakage
- Obstructed vision
- 5. Tasks Execution
- Risks associated with tasks
- Difficulty in communication
- 6. Taking Breaks
- Accidental removal of mask
- Cross-contamination
- 7. Removing and Cleaning Mask
- Exposure to hazardous residue
- Eye contact with cleaning chemicals
- 8. Inspection after Cleaning
- Chemical residues remaining
- Damaged mask
- 9. Storage
- Mould growth due to improper storage
- Loss or misplacement
- 10. Maintenance and regular checks
- Use of faulty mask due to neglect
- Worn out parts not replaced
- 11. Training Sessions
- Inadequate training leading to accidents
- Misunderstanding of procedures
- 12. Proper disposal of damaged or expired masks
- Inappropriate disposal causing pollution
- Exposure to hazardous materials during disposal
- 13. Continuous Monitoring
- Overlooking small issues
- Inadequate time for monitoring
- 14. Emergency Response Plan
- Inadequate preparedness leading to panic
- Lack of knowledge about the plan
- 15. Feedback and Improvement cycle
- Ignoring feedback
- Failure to continuously improve procedures
- 16. Policy Review and Update
- Non-compliance with new regulations
- Outdated methods cause accidents
- 17. Audit and Compliance Checks
- Failure to adhere to standards
- Penalties and legal issues due to non-compliance
- 18. Regular Health Check-ups
- Overlooking health issues related to mask usage
- Long term health effects overlooked
- 19. Personal Hygiene
- Illness due to poor hygiene
- Spread of infections
- 20. Awareness Sessions
- Risks misunderstood due to language barriers
- Misinterpretation of information