Risk Assessment of Confined Space
Risk Assessment of Confined Space
Risk Assessment of Confined Space
Training
No Training Type To whom
Tool Box:
4 - General Safety (PPE) All Employees
- Chemical Spill
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Risk Assessment of Bathroom
Machineries and tools in use Scrubbing Machine, Ladder, Mop, Brush,
4-STEP 5-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP 3-STEP
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
(P X S)Rating
(P)Probability
SN What are you already doing
(S)Severity
Probability
Severity
(P X S)
Rating
Hazard Risk Who might be at risks ( List all the Control measure already in place)
(P)
(S)
PPE (Safety shoes + Gloves)
General Public,
Routine maintenance of machines
Deal with electrical Staff
1 Electric shock 4 5 20 Display the warning signs in the area and ensuring 1 5 5
machines Contractors Staff
all signs are visable.
Operators Training and awareness.
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Risk Assessment of Boundary Walls and fences
Machineries and tools in use Pressure machine, Water Hose, Applicator
3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Risk Assessment of Boundary Courtyards and paved areas
Machineries and tools in use Road Sweeper, Brush, Dust Pan
3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
Generation excessive
Use personal protective equipment (PPE),and hearing
4 noise: Worker 1 3 3 1 2 2
protection.
hearing loss
All operators wear safety boots – ‘no boots, no job’ policy.
Slips and trips Good housekeeping, eg debris such as plaster bags put in
skip,brush available to use to keep work area clear.
5 Fractures or scratches or Operators 2 3 6 All trailing cables in work area hung up or otherwise kept out 1 3 3
bruises of harm’s way.
Safe route to job agreed with site manager based on site
health and safety plan.
General
Environment. Public, Staff Only use containers, which are specially designed for fuelling
6 Waste materials. Contractors 2 4 8 and lubrication. 1 4 4
Fuel / Oil spills. Staff Chemicals spills kit to be on site.
Operators
General Evaluate the work area and take account of prevailing
Access / Egress Public, Staff weather, e.g. winds, rain.
Fall of persons Re-evaluate if weather conditions change and stop work if
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Falls of
Contractors 2 4 8 weather conditions dictate.
1 4 4
materials/equipment. Staff Clear brush and vegetation as the work progresses Wear
Operators protective footwear.
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Risk Assessment of External Glass
Machineries and tools in use Scaffolding, Squeegee, Applicator, Pressure Machine
3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Risk Assessment of External Glass
3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(S)
(S)
(P)
at risks
Whom When
Working at Height
Fall of person(s) Firm secure working platform, scaffold or tower scaffold
is the safest form of access equipment.
Fall of materials and debris
If the above can not be used Safety nets, airbags, or
4 Contact with overhead Operators 4 5 20 crash decks will need to be in place 1 5 5
obstructions or electric Stepladders to be used only when issued with a permit.
cables. Ladders only to be used as a means of access. No
Being struck by vehicles tools to be carried up ladders.
Secured Ladders
Ladder access gaps in platforms staggered and
protected with guardrail and self closing gate etc.
Use of a Scaffolding
Falls of persons Guardrails above all platforms.
No gaps in guardrail over 470mm wide at any side of
Falls of materials platform.
Collapse of structure Operators Check scaffold boards for defects regularly for
5 5 5 25 1 5 5
significant damage – cracks, cuts, notches, rot etc.
Unauthorised use Access to incomplete areas prevented.
Lightening strike/overhead Scaffolds to be erected altered or dismantled under
cables direct supervision of CISRS qualified scaffolder.
Scaffold checked after bad weather damage etc.
Statutory inspection and reports.
Security of site.
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Risk Assessment of External Glass
3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(S)
(P)
(S)
(P)
at risks
Whom When
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Risk Assessment of External Shade Area
Machineries and tools in use Scaffolding, Squeegee, Applicator, Water Sucking Machine, Pressure machine, Brush
3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
Working at Height
Fall of person(s) Firm secure working platform, scaffold or tower scaffold
is the safest form of access equipment.
Fall of materials and debris
If the above can not be used Safety nets, airbags, or
4 Contact with overhead Operators 4 5 20 crash decks will need to be in place 1 5 5
obstructions or electric Stepladders to be used only when issued with a permit.
cables. Ladders only to be used as a means of access. No
Being struck by vehicles tools to be carried up ladders.
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Risk Assessment of External Shade Area
3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(S)
(S)
(P)
at risks
Whom When
Secured Ladders
Ladder access gaps in platforms staggered and
protected with guardrail and self closing gate etc.
Use of a Scaffolding
Falls of persons Guardrails above all platforms.
General No gaps in guardrail over 470mm wide at any side of
Falls of materials Public, Staff platform.
Collapse of structure Contractors Check scaffold boards for defects regularly for
5 5 5 25 1 5 5
Staff significant damage – cracks, cuts, notches, rot etc.
Unauthorised use Access to incomplete areas prevented.
Operators
Lightening strike/overhead Scaffolds to be erected altered or dismantled under
cables direct supervision of CISRS qualified scaffolder.
Scaffold checked after bad weather damage etc.
Statutory inspection and reports.
Security of site.
PPE (Safety shoes + Gloves + Helmet + Safety Belt)
Access ladders must be tied at the top and footed or
secured at the bottom.
Steps standing on firm, level, non-slippery surface (not
Ladders & Step Ladders frosty, smooth concrete, hardboard etc.)
General Ensure steps fully opened out and locked.
Fall of persons. Public, Staff Do not use if damaged, cracked etc, if label shows
6 Contractors 4 5 20 inspection overdue or if label missing (Group ladders) 1 5 5
Ladder slipping. Staff Do not attempt to move ladder whilst persons or
Operators material still on it
Falls of
materials/equipment. Do not use ladders to support other platforms, scaffold
boards etc.
Do not carry materials up ladders or steps.
Do not place loose items on a stepladder, attach it
securely and remove before moving steps.
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Risk Assessment of External Shade Area
3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Risk Assessment of External Signage and Lighting
Machineries and tools in use Scaffolding, Ladder, Squeegee
3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
Skin infections
Training and awareness
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Risk Assessment of External Signage and Lighting
3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Risk Assessment of External Signage and Lighting
3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Risk Assessment of Furniture Cleaning
Machineries and tools in use Ladder - Vacuum machine -
3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
Deal with Chemicals PPE (Safety shoes + Gloves + Goggle + Mask +
Materials
1
Burns
Operators 4 5 20 overall (If necessary)) 1 5 5
Skin infections Training and awareness
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
Environment. General
Only use containers, which
Public, Staff Only use containers, which are specially designed for
are specially designed for fuelling and lubrication.
4 chainsaw fuelling and Contractors 2 4 8 1 4 4
lubrication. Staff Chemicals spills kit to be on site.
Chemicals spills kit to be on Operators
site.
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
Generation excessive
Use personal protective equipment (PPE), and hearing
3 noise: Worker 1 3 3 1 2 2
protection.
hearing loss
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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3-STEP 4-STEP
1-STEP 2-STEP ACTIONS &
RISK RATING RESIDUAL RISKS
IMPLEMENTATION
SN What are you already doing
Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
( List all the Control measure already in place)
Rating
Rating
Who might be
Hazard by By Done
(P)
(P)
(S)
(S)
at risks
Whom When
Probability
Probability
( List all the Control measure already in Action Action
Severity
Severity
(P X S)
(P X S)
Rating
Rating
Hazard Who might be at risks by By Done
(P)
(S)
(P)
(S)
place)
Whom When
Loading/Unloading PPE (Safety shoes + Gloves +
Fall of persons from lorry/trailer or General Public, Goggle Helmet)
load.
Staff Crane or forklift into sides of trailer.
6 Movement of load or part load. 4 5 20 1 5 5
Tripping/slipping on vehicle. Contractors Staff Prevent fall or provide soft
Overloading of vehicle. Operators landing/guardrails.
Fall of material. Avoid going on to the lorry/trailer.
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Probability
Probability
Action Action
Severity
Severity
( List all the Control measure already in
(P X S)
(P X S)
Rating
Rating
Who might be at
Hazard by By Done
(S)
(P)
(S)
(P)
risks place) Whom When
Highlight entry requirement in VSCC
Meeting
Adequate ventilation
Valid entry permit
Buddy system
Dual tag system
Entry into confined space:
Portable gas detector
Poor ventilation (resulting in
Periodic gas monitoring of the
asphyxiation or suffocation)
confined space (every 6 hours).
Potential of toxic gases, vapours or
Adequate general lighting.
1 fumes (resulting in poisoning) workers 4 4 16
Personal torchlight.
1 4 4
Poor lighting (resulting in slips,
trips, falls). Ensure that ladders are free from
Working at height (resulting in defect.
erious injury fron fall). Ensure that unguarded lightening
holes/openings are covered
Adopt 3-point contact when using
ladder
Adequate lighting on access ways
Slow and careful movements while
making inspection.
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Unsafe oxygen levels:
Oxygen levels inside a confined
space may fall below a ‘safe’ level
(19.5%) due to chemical or biological
reactions. Situations which may bring
these reactions, and thus oxygen
deficiency, include:
combustion of flammable
substances (such as welding,
heating or cutting).
slow bacterial reactions of organic
substances (the contents of a
sewerage pit).
reaction of inorganic substances Measuring the rate of oxygen so that
(rust forming on the inside of metal should not be less than 19.5 so as not
surface). to cause suffocation, nor more than
2 displacing oxygen with another gas workers 4 5 4 23.5 so as not to cause to reignite. 1 5 5
(e.g. nitrogen used to remove Proper ventilation to be oxygen ratio
flammable or toxic fumes). and within the required rate.
high oxygen consumption rate (e.g. Training and awareness.
many people working in a small
confined space).
Oxygen enriched atmospheres relates
to poorly designed or maintained
oxygen storage equipment. High
oxygen levels support combustion.
In conjunction with combustible or
explosive materials, the risk of fire
and explosion is increased in oxygen
enriched atmospheres. Leakage can
occur from oxygen lines, pipes, and
fittings and thus, inadvertently enrich
the atmosphere.
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and evaporate to form an explosive
air-vapour mix.
Other processes that can form an
explosive air-vapour mix in confined
spaces include:
spray painting
cleaning with solvents
applying surface coatings; space upon detection of toxic gas
leaking material from pipes, fittings or (briefing to workers).
valves; or chemical reactions which Use of containers/plastic bags for
produce flammable gases or vapours collecting system discharge on
Ignition sources provide enough heat opening flange connections.
energy to ignite a flammable or Stand-by oil spill control equipment
explosive atmosphere. An ignition (rags, saw dust, etc.).
source can be a spark, a flame or just
Observe proper body posture.
a hot surface. Ignition sources
Briefing on avoidance of the pinch
commonly found, or introduced, into
point hazards of dismantled pipes
confined spaces include:
Proper PPE (use of hand gloves).
open flames, such as welding
torches or cigarette lighters; Maintain proper technique on fastener
removal.
electrical arcing from incorrectly
installed wires or electrically Proper hand tools.
overloaded fittings; Training and awareness.
hot surfaces, such as steam lines,
heaters or exposed light bulbs;
static electricity sparks;
frictional sparks;
a spark or heat produced by non-
intrinsically safe electrical equipment
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Substances Hazardous to Health:
Substances of a hazardous nature
may be present in a confined space.
These substances may be introduced
for use in the confined space or
generated by a process being
conducted in or near the confined
space.
Substances may be present in a
confined space in various forms
including dusts, vapours, gases,
fumes and mists. Substances of a
hazardous nature in a confined space
can arise from:
the work processes being
undertaken (the use of solvents,
adhesives, and degreasing agents
may produce vapours; welding
producing fumes and gases; use of
acid cleaning solutions or spray
painting producing mists; or a
process which disturbs solid Appropriate checking of the place
materials may produce dusts); before entering and to know what its
content.
the storage or transfer of materials
4
in a confined space, such as workers 2 4 8 PPE (Safety shoes + Gloves + 1 4 4
sewerage or grain; Goggle + Mask + overall (If
necessary))
spills or leakage from pipes, fittings
or machinery, including those from Training and awareness.
adjacent or underground sources
releasing toxic or flammable gases;
disturbing materials such as sludge;
chemical reactions between
substances present in the confined
space atmosphere;
exhaust gases from pumps or other
machinery used in or near confined
spaces;
gasses in sewers and stormwater
drains.
The principal route of exposure to a
substance hazardous to health in a
confined space is likely to be through
inhalation of atmospheric
contaminants. However, ingestion of a
substance through hand to mouth
contact and absorption of the
substance through the skin contact is
also possible.
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Appropriate checking of the place
Engulfment: before entering and to know what its
Materials stored in or around confined content.
spaces (sawdust/soil) can surround, Don't stand on the fragile surfaces.
trap & engulf a person within seconds. And check them before beginning
Often the victim is unaware of this work.
hazard, when a seemingly solid Some of trained workers should stay
surface gives way under their weight.
outside to ensure that the take quick
5 As the person tries to escape, their workers 4 4 16 action in an emergency. 1 4 4
movement only draws them deeper
Insure the quick communication with
into the material. Once engulfed, the
the operations center in the event of
pressure exerted on the person’s
any emergency .
body makes breathing difficult or
impossible. Once this supply of PPE (Safety shoes + Gloves +
oxygen is cut off, death can occur Goggle + Mask + overall (If
within 4 minutes. necessary)).
Training and awareness.
Electrical Hazards:
Contact with electrical sources can
result in a variety of adverse health
effects including:
burns and scalds as heat passes
Appropriate checking of the place
through body tissue;
before entering and to know what its
involuntary muscle contraction
content.
when a person cannot let go of the
Check isolate all electricity and
object until the energy source is cut;
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ventricular fibrillation - when the body
workers 4 5 20 energy sources. 1 5 5
PPE (Safety shoes + Gloves +
receives a severe electric shock, the
Goggle + Mask + overall (If
heart muscles begin to quiver and fail
necessary)).
to pump blood throughout the body;
Training and awareness.
cardiac arrest full stoppage of the
heart; and
pulmonary arrest when nerves in the
brain controlling breathing are
damaged, causing inability to breathe.
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Physical hazards:
Falling objects present a hazard,
particularly to people working in open
topped spaces or when work is
carried out above people. In a silo,
grain or other material may have
stuck to the wall, and may become
dislodged in a solid mass, potentially
injuring anyone working inside the Appropriate checking of the place
confined space. before entering and to know what its
When working in access holes content.
located in roadways or footpaths Proper ventilation to be oxygen ratio
there is a risk of pedestrians falling within the required rate.
into the hole, items being thrown into PPE (Safety shoes + Gloves +
the hole and motorists colliding with Goggle + Mask + overall (If
people working in and around access necessary)).
holes.
Mechanical aid to be used where
The lighting levels within a confined
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space may not be adequate to work workers 3 4 12 possible. 1 4 4
Use of equipment and tools suitable
safely.
for place.Route of carriage of
Awkward or vertical entry points may
materials to be clear from tripping
introduce hazards such as falling
hazards / obstructions.
from height. Small or awkward
spaces may restrict movement and Materials not to be lifted above
encourage sustained and awkward people.
postures. This risk may be increased All materials to be stored in a safe
if equipment or machinery is to be manner on a suitable surface.
used in the confined space. Training and awareness.
Plant and mechanical equipment,
such as augers, conveyers and
pumps, are commonly found in
confined spaces. Such machinery
presents the risk to workers of
entanglement, cutting, crushing or
other acute injuries if not adequately
guarded.
Reduction as much as possible from
Noise hazards: the noise.
Noise levels can be amplified within a Verify that communication
confined space. This can increase a
continuously between the team
person’s exposure, reducing the
members.
9 length of time they are able to work workers 2 3 6 PPE (Safety shoes + Gloves +
1 3 3
without hearing protection. Further,
Goggle + Mask + overall (If
noise can inhibit communication
necessary)).
between people working in a confined
space. Training and awareness.
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Psychological hazards:
Any one or combination of the above
hazards when working in a confined
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space can induce psychological workers 2 3 6 Training and awareness. 1 3 3
factors such as stress and
claustrophobia.
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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Risk Rating Matrix
Risk Assessment Date: 25/2/2017 Reviewed & Approved By: Eng. Hasan Alomar
This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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This Risk Assessment is prepared based on the site assessment, and its communicated to all our staffs.
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