Work at Height -Risk Assessment

The document “Work at Height Risk Assessment” outlines a comprehensive risk assessment for activities involving working at heights. Key elements include:

Potential Hazards

• Falls from height
• Falling materials
• Electricity hazards
• Manual handling issues
• Adverse weather
• Slips/tripping

Persons at Risk

• Employees
• Subcontractors
• Visitors

Mandatory HSE Requirements

• Safety induction
• Tool box talks
• Proper PPE
• Safe workplace
• Work permit
• Proper tools/equipment
• Proper supervision
• Proper barricade and warning signs

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

• Safety helmet
• Safety boots
• Gloves
• Overalls
• Full body safety harness

Control Measures for Specific Hazards

• Fall of person: Use floor edge permits, edge protection systems, safe work platforms, lifelines, safety harnesses, and ensure proper anchoring points.
• Fall of materials: Secure materials at height, provide toe boards, store materials away from edges, secure tools, and barricade affected areas.
• Collapse/failure of work platforms: Erect and inspect platforms by qualified personnel, ensure certification of powered platforms.
• Inadequate rescue facility: Develop and address rescue plans, ensure availability of rescue equipment and never leave workers alone.
• Adverse weather: Monitor conditions, stop work if unsafe, and use appropriate PPE.
• Inadequate lighting: Ensure adequate lighting, use portable lights, conduct work during daylight when possible.
• Fatigue: Implement regular breaks, rotate tasks, provide hydration and rest facilities.
• Electrical hazards: Assess for power lines, use warning signs, ensure insulation and grounding of electrical equipment.
• Manual handling injuries: Use mechanical aids, provide training, encourage team lifting, ensure accessibility of tools.
• Inadequate fall protection: Inspect and maintain fall protection systems, install guardrails and safety nets, train workers in fall protection equipment.