RISK ASSESSMENT FOR : Use of Hand Tools

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Author: T Buckle Date: Revised Jan 08

HAZARD IDENTIFICATION* WHO MIGHT BE HARMED? CONTROL MEASURES

• All hand tools to be fit for their purpose
• Cuts-Personnel injury Operatives • Operatives to be trained in their use
• Only use the right tool for the job
• All sharp blades to be guarded when not
in use. Disposal blades to be changed as
required, and disposed of correctly.
• Tools not in use to be stored in suitable
sufficient container
• Slips –Trips & Falls Operatives – workers adjacent
• Work area to kept clear of trip hazards at
all times. Store tools that are not in use.
• PPE to be worn when required dependant
on task and location and may include but
not limited to the following:
o Safety Glasses
o Safety Footwear
o Gloves

*Hazard:
Falls (height) Falling objects Slips/trips Chemical Radiochemical (Micro)biological Extreme temp Stored energy Electrical Fire/Explosion
/falls exposure exposure exposure (pressure)
Manual Mechanical Noise Asphyxiation Mechanical Vehicles Sharp edges Fatigue/stress Adverse Poor visibility
Lifting/Handling Lifting/Handling weather
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