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The Water Proofing High Surfaces Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Slips and falls
- Chemical hazards from materials
- 2. Tools & Equipment Inspection
- Faulty equipment
- Using wrong tools
- 3. Setting Up The Workspace
- Falling objects
- Tripping hazards
- 4. Use Of Edge Protection
- Fall from heights
- Inadequate edge protection
- 5. Erection And Dismantle Of Scaffold
- Inaccurate scaffold construction
- Falls from height
- 6. Surface Preparation
- Handling heavy equipment
- Dust inhalation
- Noise pollution
- 7. Material Handling
- Manual handling injuries
- Slips
- trips and falls
- 8. Applying Waterproof Membrane
- Chemical exposure
- High exertion levels
- 9. Inspecting Work Area
- Unsecured/loose materials
- Ignoring safety guidelines
- 10. Safety Barrier Installation
- Incorrect installation
- Obstruction in walkway
- 11. Cleanup of Work Area
- Hazardous waste
- Slip and fall on wet surfaces
- 12. Disposal of Hazardous Materials
- Incorrect disposal
- Exposure to hazardous chemicals
- 13. Operational Checks
- Clause in movement
- Wear and tear of machine parts
- 14. Final Inspection
- Ignoring safety guidelines
- Damage to property
- 15. Maintenance of Equipment
- Unserviceable equipment
- Electric shock
- 16. Reporting
- Miscommunication
- Incorrect reporting
- 17. Emergency Procedures
- No emergency plan
- Delay in response
- 18. Ongoing Training
- Lack of knowledge/skills
- Inadequate safety measures
- 19. Transporting Materials
- Improper lifting technique
- Mishandling machinery
- 20. Work Completion
- Unsecured equipment/materials
- Fail to follow procedures