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Risk assessment - Bandsaws

2025-01-08T21:57:03Z

GrahamL2:

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this assessment directly. For responsible persons and last update, see 'version log' of the assessment page.

Activity

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<gallery mode=nolines widths=200>
Wear Eye Protection.jpg
Wear Ear Protection.jpg
Wear Respiratory Protection.jpg
Ensure Adequate Ventilation.jpg
Read Instruction Manual.jpg
Use Appropriate Guards.jpg
Induction Required.jpg
Keep Hands Away from Blade.jpg
Use Dust Extraction.jpg
No Loose Clothing or Gloves.jpg
</gallery>

===Understanding Risk Rating===

LOW - Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED - Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH - Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists

===Risk Assessment===

{| class="wikitable"
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! Identify Hazards !! Who May be Harmed and How !! Severity !! Control Measures !! Likelihood !! Risk Rating
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| Incompetent user || User, Bystander || HIGH || Users must not use tools that they are not competent to use. Members must challenge use that they believe is dangerous. Users must read the user manual where applicable. Users must read the risk assessment before using a tool. Users will be advised during induction which tools they will need supervision or n induction to use. Only authorised members will complete maintenance and calibration tasks. || LOW || MED
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| Contact with blade || User || HIGH || Do not put hands into a position where they can come in contact with the blade. Use a push stick and the fence provided when making straight cuts. Do not move hands past the blade Saw should be turned off immediately after use, using the stop button or brake if fitted. || LOW || MED
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| Drawing in (being pulled into the saw) || User || HIGH || User of the saw should not wear gloves, ties, scarves, or other long flowy clothing that could get pulled into the blade. Do not move hands past the blade || LOW || MED
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| Dust (inhalation, fire, explosion) || User, Bystander || MED || Dust extraction should be used at all times. The saw should be cleaned down on completion of use, this should include inside the machine doors. A respirator or mask should be used whilst operating this tool for prolonged periods. || LOW || LOW
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| Blade snatching, breaking or jamming || User, Bystander || HIGH || Only cut wood and plastic on the small band saw. The large basaw should be only used to cut wood across grain, plastic, sheet materials and non ferrous metal (Note: A larger blade is available for ripping wood and can be fitted by competent persons). Do not force material through the saw. Do not attempt to make sharp angle cuts in one attempt Ensure a visual inspection of the band saw is undertaken before every use for physical obstructions || LOW || MED
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| Noise || User, Bystander || MED || Ear protection is advised. || LOW || LOW
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| Flying splinters || User, Bystander || HIGH || Eye protection must be worn In the workshop || LOW || MED
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|}

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Risk assessment - Bandsaws

2025-01-08T21:47:17Z

GrahamL2:

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this assessment directly. For responsible persons and last update, see 'version log' of the assessment page.

Activity

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<gallery mode=nolines widths=200>
Wear Eye Protection.jpg
Wear Ear Protection.jpg
Wear Respiratory Protection.jpg
Ensure Adequate Ventilation.jpg
Read Instruction Manual.jpg
Use Appropriate Guards.jpg
Induction Required.jpg
Keep Hands Away from Blade.jpg
Use Dust Extraction.jpg
No Loose Clothing or Gloves.jpg
</gallery>

===Understanding Risk Rating===

LOW - Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED - Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH - Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists

===Risk Assessment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Identify Hazards !! Who May be Harmed and How !! Severity !! Control Measures !! Likelihood !! Risk Rating
|-
| Incompetent user || User, Bystander || HIGH || Users must not use tools that they are not competent to use. Members must challenge use that they believe is dangerous. Users must read the user manual where applicable. Users must read the risk assessment before using a tool. Users will be advised during induction which tools they will need supervision or n induction to use. Only authorised members will complete maintenance and calibration tasks. || LOW || MED
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| Contact with blade || User || HIGH || Do not put hands into exclusion zone (within 10cm of blade). Use a push stick and the fence provided when making straight cuts. Do not move hands past the blade Saw should be turned off immediately after use Saw blade should stop within 10 seconds of being turned off. || LOW || MED
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| Drawing in (being pulled into the saw) || User || HIGH || User of the saw should not wear gloves, ties, scarves, or other long flowy clothing that could get pulled into the blade. Do not move hands past the blade || LOW || MED
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| Dust (inhalation, fire, explosion) || User, Bystander || MED || Stationary tools should be used with the workshop dust extractor. Maintenance must include the cleaning of dust from within the saw housing where accessible. A respirator or mask should be used whilst operating this tool for prolonged periods. || LOW || LOW
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| Blade snatching or jamming || User, Bystander || HIGH || Only cut wood and plastic on the band saw Do not attempt to make sharp angle cuts in one attempt Ensure a visual inspection of the band saw is undertaken before every use for physical obstructions || LOW || MED
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| Noise || User, Bystander || MED || Ear protection is advised. || LOW || LOW
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| Flying splinters || User, Bystander || HIGH || Eye protection must be worn In the workshop || LOW || MED
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|}

[[Category:Risk Assessment]]

Risk assessment - Bandsaws

2025-01-08T21:24:09Z

GrahamL2:

Risk assessment - Bandsaws

2025-01-08T21:00:48Z

GrahamL2:

Risk assessment - Bandsaws

2025-01-08T20:58:17Z

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Risk assessment - Bandsaws

2025-01-08T20:55:32Z

GrahamL2:

Risk assessment - Bandsaws

2025-01-08T20:52:23Z

GrahamL2:

Risk assessment - Bandsaws

2025-01-08T20:49:38Z

GrahamL2:

Risk Assessment - Template

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this assessment directly. For responsible persons and last update, see 'version log' of the assessment page.
Activity

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Signage

Wear Eye Protection.jpg
Wear Ear Protection.jpg
Wear Respiratory Protection.jpg
Ensure Adequate Ventilation.jpg
Read Instruction Manual.jpg
Use Appropriate Guards.jpg
Induction Required.jpg
Keep Hands Away from Blade.jpg
Use Dust Extraction.jpg
No Loose Clothing or Gloves.jpg

Understanding Risk Rating

LOW - Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED - Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH - Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists
Risk Assessment
Identify Hazards Who May be Harmed and How Severity Control Measures Likelihood Risk Rating
• • HIGH • LOW MED
• • HIGH • LOW MED
• • HIGH • LOW MED
• • HIGH • LOW MED
• • HIGH • LOW MED
• • HIGH • LOW MED

Template:Risk

2025-01-08T20:42:43Z

GrahamL2: /* Risk Assessment - Template */

__NOTOC__

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this assessment directly. For responsible persons and last update, see 'version log' of the assessment page.

===Activity===

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===Signage===

<gallery mode=nolines widths=200>
Wear Eye Protection.jpg
Wear Ear Protection.jpg
Wear Protective Gloves.jpg
Wear Respiratory Protection.jpg
Ensure Adequate Ventilation.jpg
Read Instruction Manual.jpg
Use Appropriate Guards.jpg
Induction Required.jpg
Keep Hands Away from Blade.jpg
Use Dust Extraction.jpg
No Loose Clothing or Gloves.jpg
</gallery>

===Understanding Risk Rating===

LOW - Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED - Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH - Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists

===Risk Assessment===

{| class="wikitable"
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! Identify Hazards !! Who May be Harmed and How !! Severity !! Control Measures !! Likelihood !! Risk Rating
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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Risk assessment - Bandsaws

2025-01-08T20:41:00Z

GrahamL2: Risk assessment / Bandsaws

Template:Risk

2025-01-08T20:32:18Z

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=Risk Assessment - Template=

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this assessment directly. For responsible persons and last update, see 'version log' of the assessment page.

===Activity===

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===Signage===

<gallery mode=nolines widths=200>
Wear Eye Protection.jpg
Wear Ear Protection.jpg
Wear Protective Gloves.jpg
Wear Respiratory Protection.jpg
Ensure Adequate Ventilation.jpg
Read Instruction Manual.jpg
Use Appropriate Guards.jpg
Induction Required.jpg
Keep Hands Away from Blade.jpg
Use Dust Extraction.jpg
No Loose Clothing or Gloves.jpg
</gallery>

===Understanding Risk Rating===

LOW - Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED - Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH - Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists

===Risk Assessment===

{| class="wikitable"
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! Identify Hazards !! Who May be Harmed and How !! Severity !! Control Measures !! Likelihood !! Risk Rating
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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[[Category:Risk Assessment]]

User:GrahamL2

2025-01-08T20:31:26Z

GrahamL2:

__NOTOC__

=Risk Assessment - Template=

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this assessment directly. For responsible persons and last update, see 'version log' of the assessment page.

===Activity===

•

===Signage===

<gallery mode=nolines widths=200>
Wear Eye Protection.jpg
Wear Ear Protection.jpg
Wear Protective Gloves.jpg
Wear Respiratory Protection.jpg
Ensure Adequate Ventilation.jpg
Read Instruction Manual.jpg
Use Appropriate Guards.jpg
Induction Required.jpg
Keep Hands Away from Blade.jpg
Use Dust Extraction.jpg
No Loose Clothing or Gloves.jpg
LASER_radiation.jpg
</gallery>

===Understanding Risk Rating===

LOW - Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED - Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH - Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists

===Risk Assessment===

{| class="wikitable"
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! Identify Hazards !! Who May be Harmed and How !! Severity !! Control Measures !! Likelihood !! Risk Rating
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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|}

[[Category:Risk Assessment]]

User:GrahamL2

2025-01-08T20:25:44Z

GrahamL2:

__NOTOC__

{{Template:Risk}}

=Risk Assessment - Template=

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this assessment directly. For responsible persons and last update, see 'version log' of the assessment page.

===Activity===

•

===Signage===

<gallery mode=nolines widths=200>
Wear Eye Protection.jpg
Wear Ear Protection.jpg
Wear Protective Gloves.jpg
Wear Respiratory Protection.jpg
Ensure Adequate Ventilation.jpg
Read Instruction Manual.jpg
Use Appropriate Guards.jpg
Induction Required.jpg
Keep Hands Away from Blade.jpg
Use Dust Extraction.jpg
No Loose Clothing or Gloves.jpg
LASER_radiation.jpg
</gallery>

===Understanding Risk Rating===

LOW - Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED - Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH - Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists

===Risk Assessment===

{| class="wikitable"
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! Identify Hazards !! Who May be Harmed and How !! Severity !! Control Measures !! Likelihood !! Risk Rating
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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[[Category:Risk Assessment]]

User talk:GrahamL2

2025-01-08T20:17:56Z

GrahamL2:

User:GrahamL2

2025-01-08T20:15:55Z

GrahamL2:

__NOTOC__

Template:Risk

=Risk Assessment - Template=

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this assessment directly. For responsible persons and last update, see 'version log' of the assessment page.

===Activity===

•

===Signage===

<gallery mode=nolines widths=200>
Wear Eye Protection.jpg
Wear Ear Protection.jpg
Wear Protective Gloves.jpg
Wear Respiratory Protection.jpg
Ensure Adequate Ventilation.jpg
Read Instruction Manual.jpg
Use Appropriate Guards.jpg
Induction Required.jpg
Keep Hands Away from Blade.jpg
Use Dust Extraction.jpg
No Loose Clothing or Gloves.jpg
LASER_radiation.jpg
</gallery>

===Understanding Risk Rating===

LOW - Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED - Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH - Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists

===Risk Assessment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Identify Hazards !! Who May be Harmed and How !! Severity !! Control Measures !! Likelihood !! Risk Rating
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
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|}

[[Category:Risk Assessment]]

User:GrahamL2

2025-01-08T18:36:09Z

GrahamL2: /* Signage */

__NOTOC__

=Risk Assessment - Template=

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this assessment directly. For responsible persons and last update, see 'version log' of the assessment page.

===Activity===

•

===Signage===

<gallery mode=nolines widths=200>
Wear Eye Protection.jpg
Wear Ear Protection.jpg
Wear Protective Gloves.jpg
Wear Respiratory Protection.jpg
Ensure Adequate Ventilation.jpg
Read Instruction Manual.jpg
Use Appropriate Guards.jpg
Induction Required.jpg
Keep Hands Away from Blade.jpg
Use Dust Extraction.jpg
No Loose Clothing or Gloves.jpg
LASER_radiation.jpg
</gallery>

===Understanding Risk Rating===

LOW - Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED - Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH - Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists

===Risk Assessment===

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Identify Hazards !! Who May be Harmed and How !! Severity !! Control Measures !! Likelihood !! Risk Rating
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
|-
| • || • || HIGH || • || LOW || MED
|-
|}

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File:LASER radiation.jpg

2025-01-08T18:35:44Z

GrahamL2: Signage

== Summary ==
Signage

File:No Loose Clothing or Gloves.jpg

2025-01-08T18:29:48Z

GrahamL2: Signage

== Summary ==
Signage

File:Use Dust Extraction.jpg

2025-01-08T18:29:15Z

GrahamL2: Signage

== Summary ==
Signage

File:Keep Hands Away from Blade.jpg

2025-01-08T18:28:47Z

GrahamL2: Signage

== Summary ==
Signage

File:Read Instruction Manual.jpg

2025-01-08T18:26:35Z

GrahamL2: /* Summary */

== Summary ==
signage

File:Induction Required.jpg

2025-01-08T18:24:45Z

GrahamL2: Signage

== Summary ==
Signage

File:Use Appropriate Guards.jpg

2025-01-08T18:23:57Z

GrahamL2: Signage

== Summary ==
Signage

File:Read Instruction Manual.jpg

2025-01-08T18:23:29Z

GrahamL2: Signage

== Summary ==
Signage

File:Ensure Adequate Ventilation.jpg

2025-01-08T18:16:15Z

GrahamL2: signage

== Summary ==
signage

File:Wear Respiratory Protection.jpg

2025-01-08T18:15:50Z

GrahamL2: signage

== Summary ==
signage

File:Wear Protective Gloves.jpg

2025-01-08T18:13:48Z

GrahamL2: signage

== Summary ==
signage

File:Wear Ear Protection.jpg

2025-01-08T18:10:51Z

GrahamL2:

User talk:GrahamL2

2025-01-08T18:06:55Z

GrahamL2: Signage

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File:Wear Eye Protection.jpg

2025-01-08T18:03:15Z

GrahamL2:

User:GrahamL2

2025-01-08T13:35:25Z

GrahamL2:

User:GrahamL2

2025-01-08T13:33:26Z

GrahamL2:

Risk Assessment - Template

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this assessment directly. For responsible persons and last update, see 'version log' of the assessment page.
Activity

•
Signage

Wear Eye Protection.jpg
Wear Ear Protection.jpg
Wear Protective Gloves.jpg
Wear Respiratory Protection.jpg
Ensure Adequate Ventilation.jpg
Read Instruction Manual.jpg
Use Appropriate Guards.jpg
Induction Required.jpg
Keep Hands Away from Blade.jpg
Use Dust Extraction.jpg
No Loose Clothing or Gloves.jpg

Understanding Risk Rating

LOW - Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED - Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH - Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists
Risk Assessment
Identify Hazards Who May be Harmed and How Severity Control Measures Likelihood Risk Rating
• • HIGH • LOW MED
• • HIGH • LOW MED
• • HIGH • LOW MED
• • HIGH • LOW MED
• • HIGH • LOW MED
• • HIGH • LOW MED

User:GrahamL2

2025-01-08T13:30:05Z

GrahamL2: Template for risk assessments

Risk Assessment - Template