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The Workplace Housekeeping Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Stumbling/tripping over objects
- Dust inhalation.
- 2. Cleaning and Organization
- Sprain/strain injuries
- Slippery surfaces
- 3. Equipment Maintenance
- Electric shocks
- Burns or other injuries from hot equipment
- 4. Sorting Waste
- Chemical exposure
- Cuts or punctures from sharp debris
- 5. Storage Area Check
- Falling objects
- Cluttered walkways leading to trip hazards
- 6. Disposal Of Waste
- Improper lifting techniques
- Biohazardous materials
- 7. Inspection For Pests
- Bites or stings
- Exposure to pesticides
- 8. Restocking Cleaning Materials
- Slippery surfaces due to spills
- Chemical exposure
- 9. Sweeping and Mopping Floors
- Slippery surfaces
- Muscle strain
- 10. Dishes Cleaning
- Scalding hot water
- Broken glass injuries
- 11. Reaching High Spaces
- Misuse of ladders resulting in falls
- 12. Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning
- Detergent burns
- Inhalation of dust and dirt
- 13. Bathroom Sanitation
- Chemical exposure
- Contact with bio-hazards
- 14. Handling Cleaning Chemicals
- Chemical burns from harsh cleaners
- Inhaling toxic fumes
- 15. Refreshing Air Vent System
- Injuries due to misuse of tools
- Exposure to allergens
- 16. Running Washing Machine And Dryer
- Electric shocks
- Fire hazards
- 17. Dusting Furniture and Equipment
- Dust inhalation
- Falling objects causing injuries
- 18. Window Cleaning
- Fall risks
- Exposure to harsh window cleaners
- 19. Deep-Cleaning Appliances
- Electric shock
- Burns
- 20. Final Inspection
- Rushing leading to overlooked risks
- Incomplete checklists