hse risk

1. RISK REGISTER
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HSE Risk Register
Hazards Identified
Risk
Control Measures
Residual
Risk By Whom
L S R L S R
Use of damage electrical equipment or
machine resulting in electrocution
3 4 12
 Electrical items not to be handled with wet hands.
 Person using electrical equipment must be competent.
 Electrical equipment’s/machines must be inspected before
use for worn out cables or connections.
 All electrical equipment’s / machines to be PAT tested
2 2 4
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Use of chemicals
Resulting in spillage/ contact with skin &
eyes (Causing Irritation)
3 4 12
 Staff must be given toolbox talk on safe chemical handling
before commencing the job
 COSHH cards or SDS must be available at site
 Appropriate PPE (Hand gloves, nose mask etc) must be in
place
 Chemical container must be in good condition and labelled
properly
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Tripping from electrical cables 2 3 6
 No cables to be trailed across doorways/pathways.
 Extension cables to be used where needed.
 Appropriate warning signage to be used at work.
2 2 4
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Absence of PPE resulting in injury or
bruises
2 3 6
 Staff must be briefed on benefits of wearing PPE and
appropriate PPE to be given to employees before
commencing the job.
2 2 4
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Management
Project Name: SM NIRMAN
Location: URVISHA
Applicable HSE Legal
Requirements:
Who is affected?
Risk Colour Code:
High Risk
(16-20)
Moderate Risk
(11-15)
Low Risk
(6-10)
Very Low Risk
(1-5)
Only “Very Low” & “Low” Residual Risks are acceptable

2. RISK REGISTER
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Step ladder failure/Broken
Resulting in bone fracture and injury
4 4 16
 Step ladders used for intended purpose must be of correct
length and strength.
 Step ladder must be inspected before use.
 Defective step ladders must be labelled to indicate they are
not for use and defect must be reported immediately to
Supervisor or Manager.
2 2 4
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Falling Objects from ladder resulting in
head injury/concussion
3 4 12
 Safe working area is cordoned off around the stepladder
and signage is used as appropriate.
 Belt holster or belt hooks are used for carrying tools
up/down stepladders.
 Heavy items are not to be carried up stepladders.
 Work activities are monitored for compliance with any
Permits to Work in place.
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Fall due to staff overreaching / stretching
from ladder resulting in injury, bones
fracture
4 4 16
 Stepladders to be placed close to work / activity / object to
be inspected / moved / avoid staff over reaching.
 Stepladders to be secured when appreciable side force is
needed to do the work.
 Work activities are monitored for compliance with any
Permits to Work in place
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Slipping of step ladder
Resulting in serious injury
3 4 12
 Pre-use ladder inspections must be in place.
 Stepladders must always be locked into the correct
position.
 Stepladder to be only used on level floor surface.
 Stepladders must not be used on stairs, slippery or unsafe
floor surfaces.
 Stepladders should not propped against a wall.
2 2 4
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Overhead or exposed power cables above
ladder
Resulting in electrocution/fatality.
4 5 20
 Inspection of area to be made in order to identify any
electrical hazards / overhead power cables.
 Live supplies to be isolated where necessary.
 Aluminium stepladders not to be used where any electrical
hazard exists.
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Lifting heavy items on step ladder 3 4 12
 Long stepladders to be lifted by two or more persons.
 Heavy items should not be carried on stepladders.
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Resulting in back strain and
musculoskeletal injuries
Unsafe Ladder transport
Resulting in property damage or serious
injury
4 3 12
 Step ladder must be transported horizontally by two
persons always
 Stepladders carried on vehicles must be adequately
supported to avoid sagging and tied to each support point
to minimize movement.
 Pre-use ladder inspections must be undertaken.
 Defective Stepladders to be labelled to indicate that they
are not to be used and defect to be reported to
supervisor/Manager.
2 2 4
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Unauthorized use of step ladder
Resulting in property damage or injury
4 3 12
 Where the possibility of unauthorised usage exists
stepladders must be chained / locked to a secure, fixing
point.
2 2 4
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Management
Gas Cylinders Storage resulting in
Explosion, sudden gas or fluid release,
exposure to cylinder contents and fire or
struck by a cylinder or suffering a manual
handling injury.
4 5 20
Gas cylinders must suitably segregate:
 1. Incompatible gasses must be stored apart.
 2. Empty and full gas cylinders must be stored apart.
Gas cylinder stores must:
 Be well ventilated
 Be sheltered from indirect heating.
 Be free from naked flame.
 Be secured so as to prevent unauthorized entry and access
to the cylinders.
 Gas cylinders must be stored in an upright position and
secured in trolley and chains so that they cannot fall over.
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Hazardous / Flammable
Substances Storage
Resulting in Fire,
explosion, release of a
toxic substance, release of
a corrosive substance.
4 4 16
 Hazardous substances to be stored according to guidance in
COSHH assessment or Material Safety Data Sheet provided
by supplier
 Hazardous/Flammable Substances must be stored in
ventilated area or ventilated cabinets
 Hazardous substances must be in original container with
labels and hazard warnings.
 Minimize amount of storage and use of hazardous
substances.
 Dry Powder or CO2 fire extinguisher to be kept in place
where hazardous chemicals are stored.
 Authorized personnel to access store or cupboard
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Fire in case of poor electrical sockets,
connection or installation.
4 4 16
 All broken or poor electrical sockets must be rectified.
 All Staff to be briefed for immediate actions in case of fire
referring to fire emergency procedures.
2 2 4
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Falling objects from height, ceiling or
storage cabinets incase not secured,
poorly installed or Sited too
high/overloaded
3 4 12
 Items must be properly secured or fixed in place.
 Shelves must not be overloaded.
 Storage must be organized with heavy objects at lower
levels.
 Restricted access to authorized persons.
 Controlled limits of items stored.
2 2 4
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Improper Housekeeping in rest areas &
store room resulting in slip, trip and fall
3 3 9
 Rubbish to be removed regularly.
 Recycling bins to be provided and used.
2 2 4
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Manual Handling
Resulting in back pain, strain etc
2 3 6
 Staff to be briefed about the dangers of manual handling
and instruct to assess the load before handling.
 Staff to wear appropriate PPE.
 Minimize repetitive bends and ensure to take regular
breaks.
 In case of heavy weight, more than one staff or mechanical
aid to be used.
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Disposing Hazardous Chemicals
3 4 12
 Staff to be given training on safe handling and disposing of
hazardous chemicals.
 Staff to wear appropriate PPE at all time when disposing
hazardous chemicals in order to avoid contact with skin,
eyes or inhalation of fumes or vapours.
 All hazardous chemicals to be disposed as per local
regulations.
2 2 4
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Management
Hygiene and Potential contact
with bio hazard waste
3 4 12
 Staff to be given training on safe handling and disposing of
bio hazard waste.
 Staff to wear appropriate PPE (Hand gloves)
 Staff to wash hands and forearms before eating, drinking,
going to toilet.
 Staff to cover any cut or wound and not to expose to avoid
infection
2 2 4
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Not carrying Hand tools / Sharp tools
Properly and resulting in falling or slipping
out of hands
2 3 6
 Proper toolbox or bag to be provided in order to carry hand
tools/sharp tools.
2 2 4
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Management
Paint Splashing back causing eyes, skin
irritation and stains on clothes
4 4 16
 Staff to be given orientation/training before commencing of
job by Supervisor
 Staff to carry out safe work practise
 Staff to be given cover all and safety goggles to protect
their skin and eyes.
2 2 4
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Staff inhaling fumes emitted by
paints/chemicals
4 3 12
 Staff to be given orientation/training before commencing of
job by Supervisor.
 Proper ventilation to be provided in working area
 Staff to be provided with nose mask
2 2 4
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Unsafe or improper use of Power toools
etc (Hilti machine) causing property
damage or injury
4 4 16
 Staff to be fully trained in safe use and handling.
 Equipment to be checked before each use to ensure that
there are no defects in the cable (electric), casing, plug or
chuck, etc.
 Operator will ensure that there is plenty of room to move
comfortably around the material being worked on and that
the material is securely clamped where possible
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 If drilling into walls, the user will check for hidden cables,
water pipes etc and if present re-plan work.
 If working at height, area to be cordoned off and warning
signs erected
Vibration/Noise/Dust during equipment
usage.
3 4 12
 Suitable gloves, goggles, ear defenders and dust mask to be
provided to employees when using the equipment.
 Dust generated to be removed and disposed of properly
2 2 4
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Jobs related to Confined Space or Hot
Work (Cutting, Mixing, Grinding)
4 4 16
 In case of any need for hot work or access to confined
space, permit to work shall be issued &/or risk assessment
shall be provided by HSE/QA & QC dept.
2 2 4
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Use of flammable chemicals at work place 3 4 12
 All sources related to fire hazard must be removed before
using flammable chemicals at workplace.
 Workplace must have proper ventilation or appropriate
temperature before using flammable chemicals.
2 2 4
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Tools or machinery
With fault or inadequate
guarding resulting in personal injury
4 4 16
 Safety guards must never be removed or tampered
 Low voltage tools to be used
 Equipment must visually checked before use
 Defective equipment must not be used and reported to
supervisor/Manager
2 2 4
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Management
Inadequate Lighting Levels / Dark areas
affecting job
2 3 6  Portable lighting or helmet with fixed torch to be used if
lighting levels becomes inadequate
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Management
Use of extension leads resulting in
tripping, overloading and external use.
3 4 12
 Ensure sufficient sockets provided and do not overload
sockets.
 Use extension leads and adaptors only when necessary
ensure they are of a suitable length (preferably no longer
than 2 metres) and rated high enough for the job.
 Use of cable covers where cables are a trip hazard
 Work in progress signage to be in place.
 RCD (Residual Current Device) to be used whenever
equipment is used externally.
 Test RCD regularly to check that its mechanism is free and
functioning
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Fall from height while working at Mobile
Scaffolding resulting in fatality, personal
injury and damage to property. 4 5 20
 Ensure the platform is fully boarded out and guard-rails and
toe-boards are in place.
 Mobile scaffold s must only be used on firm surfaces in case
ground is soft, adequate support must be provided.
 The gap between toe-boards and mid guard-rails, and
between mid and top guard-rails, must not exceed 470 mm
unless otherwise stated by manufacturer.
 Never climb up the outside of a mobile scaffold – use the
stairway or ladder on the inside. Unless ladder is designed
outside
 Follow manufacturer’s instructions on base to height ratio.
 Don’t pull the mobile scaffold along while standing on it.
 Once on mobile scaffold platform use full body harness and
properly connect it to the scaffold body
2 2 4
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Contact with overhead objects/
electrocutions while working at Mobile
Scaffolding
3 4 12
 When moving mobile scaffold s ensure there are no
potholes, obstructions or overhead power lines in the way.
 When working, ensure the access hatch is closed on the
platform (if any).
2 2 4
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Work in extreme weather condition at
Mobile Scaffolding.
4 5 20
 Work out door using mobile scaffold is not allowed in case
of heavy and storm, rain. In summer work outdoor directly
under sun is not allowed (midday break rule)
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Overturning of Mobile Scaffolding
4 4 16
 Check wheels for effective rotation
 Check brakes and locking devices
 Ensure that the surface on which the mobile scaffold will be
erected is even, rigid and will cope with the scaffold load
plus the people and material that will be placed on it.
 Don’t move mobile scaffold on ramps
2 2 4
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Using Scaffold in Traffic/ Vehicle
manoeuvring area
3 4 12
 In case of the use of mobile scaffold to various work tasks in
vehicles traffic area then warning tape and traffic cones
shall be placed to warn drivers and if required a flag man
who is wearing high reflective jacket shall be positioned to
warn drivers
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Use of defective mobile scaffold 3 4 12
 Ensure that all parts of MS are in good physical and
operational condition. If any part of the scaffold found to
be defective it shall be replaced otherwise MS shall never
be used
 Once scaffold is erected then put a green tape or tag on it
to indicate it is safe to be used, but if it is not ready yet then
put a red tape / tag. These colours shall be communicated
and explained to all those who might use the Mobile
scaffold.
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