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The Work In Low Ventilation Areas Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Poor lighting
- Restricted mobility due to small space
- 2. Evaluating the area
- Lack of air circulation
- Build-up of harmful gases or substances
- 3. Establishing ventilation
- Risk of fire or explosion due to buildup of flammable gases
- Exposure to hazardous materials
- 4. Entering low ventilation area
- Inadequate oxygen levels
- Exposure to contaminants
- 5. Working in low ventilation area
- Extended exposure to reduced oxygen levels
- Overheating
- Dizziness or fainting
- 6. Using tools and equipment
- Risk of sparks causing fire (in case of flammable gases)
- Reduced visibility
- 7. Cleaning up
- Slips
- trips and falls
- Improper handling of hazardous waste
- Exposure to dust and particulates
- 8. Exiting the area
- Dizziness or faintish upon sudden exposure to fresh air
- Incorrect deregulation of entrance control measures
- 9. Removing ventilation equipment
- Exposure to lingering dust particles or gases
- Mishandling of equipment
- 10. Post job assessments
- Failure to report and record incidents or hazards
- Miscommunication about task status or issues
- 11. Restocking of safety equipment
- Manual handling injuries
- Inappropriately stocked or missing equipment
- 12. Debriefing and reporting
- Missing out on important details in reporting
- Failing to inspect tools/area post job
- 13. Maintenance of equipment
- Faulty equipment not identified
- Risk of injury while inspecting or maintaining
- 14. Training and education
- Inadequate knowledge about risks and safety protocols
- Misuse of protective gear
- 15. Regular audits and improvement
- Overlooking small yet significant issues during audit
- Negligence in implementing suggested improvements