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Key Features:
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The Working In Close Proximity To Machinery Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Tripping on loose objects
- Exposure to dust
- 2. Equipment check
- Faulty machinery
- Inadequate safety features
- 3. Employee briefing
- Confusion about work responsibilities
- Lack of hazard knowledge
- 4. Workspace designation
- Working in close proximity to machinery
- No appropriate signage
- 5. Machinery operation
- Equipment malfunction
- Untrained personnel
- 6. Maintenance checks
- Poor maintenance procedures
- Broken equipment
- 7. Incident reporting
- Fear of reporting
- Unclear report procedures
- 8. Regular breaks
- Fatigue
- Lack of focus
- 9. Clean-up
- Exposure to waste materials
- Slip hazards
- 10. Post-work review
- Ignoring feedback
- Neglecting review process
- 11. Machine Shut Down
- Incorrect shut down procedure
- Failing to isolate power
- 12. Periodic Training Content Update
- Outdated training materials
- Ignoring new safety protocols
- 13. Protective Gear Compliance
- Lack of safety gear
- Negligence of workers in wearing proper safety gear
- 14. Emergency Exit Plan
- Blocked exit routes
- Incorrect emergency maps
- 15. Fire Safety Measures Review
- Outdated fire safety tools
- Blocked fire output equipment
- 16. Comprehensive Machinery Inspection
- Missed inspection cycles
- Inadequate inspection standard
- 17. Dealing with Malfunction Emergencies
- Untrained workers in emergency procedures
- Lack of proper emergency action plan
- 18. First Aid Preparedness
- Unavailable first aid boxes
- Untrained first aiders
- 19. High Risk Workers Regular Checkup
- Overlooking worker physical condition
- Ignoring recommendation from the health department
- 20. Hygiene Standard Compliance
- Poor toilet facilities
- Lack of clean drinking water access