RISK ASSESSMENT FOR : Hot Works (a)

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Author: T Buckle Date: Revised Jan 08

HAZARD IDENTIFICATION* WHO MIGHT BE HARMED? CONTROL MEASURES

• Burns Operatives – Workers adjacent • Operatives to be trained in the use of the

• Fire equipment. Equipment to be in good
working order – checked prior to works.
Equipment to be turned off when not in use,
store in suitable container.
• 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
o Overalls
o Respiratory equipment
• Clear combustibles from work area. Fire
watcher to be in attendance at all times.
Check area 1 hr on completion of hot works.
Fire extinguisher to be at hand during hot
work periods

*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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