HAZARDS AND EFFECTS MANAGEMENT PROCESS (HEMP)
USE OF DRILLING MACHINE
CONSEQUENC
E (0,1,2,3,4,5)
(FIXED)
SIGNIFICANT HSE
EFFECT
HAZARD
 Improper machine  Health
setting / posture
 Upper limbs
disorder
 M.S. Disorder
 Noise
 Safety
 Tool damage
 Injury to persons
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CONSEQUENC
PROBABILITY
PROBABILITY
RISK RATING
E (0,1,2,3,4,5)
RECOVERY
MEASURES
RESIDUAL
(A,B,C,D,E)
(A,B,C,D,E)
RATING
RISK
CONTROL MEASURES
2 C M  Adequate work space for machine operation 1 C L  Medical Aid
/ergonomic considerations.
 The drill bit shall be of correct size to fit with the
machine - bit rating (RPM) shall be at least more
than the no-load RPM of the machine.
 Proper tightening of bit - the drilling bit shall fit
snugly on the machine slot without any slack or
applying force.
 Inspection of bit setting, prior to use.
 Noise measurements and use of suitable hearing
protection.
 Machine shall be held firmly for proper control
 Periodic rest breaks / stretch-outs.
3 C M  Adequate work space to be provided for safe 1 C L  First Aid
operation / manoeuvre.  Emergency
 The drill bit shall be of correct size to fit with the response
machine - bit rating (RPM) shall be at least more
than the no-load RPM of the machine.
 Proper tightening of wheel - the drilling bit shall
fit snugly on the machine slot without any slack or
applying force.
 Use of correct size spacer washers, when required.
 Inspection of bit setting, prior to use.
 Regular maintenance & inspection of machine.
 The machine shall be operated in right speed to
suit the specific application.
 Drill bit shall be covered with a guard in order to
protect personnel in case of bit breakage.
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USE OF DRILLING MACHINE

CONSEQUENC

CONSEQUENC
PROBABILITY

PROBABILITY
RISK RATING
E (0,1,2,3,4,5)

E (0,1,2,3,4,5)

RECOVERY
MEASURES
RESIDUAL
(A,B,C,D,E)

(A,B,C,D,E)
(FIXED)

RATING
RISK
CONTROL MEASURES
SIGNIFICANT HSE
EFFECT
HAZARD

 Switch off the machine and remove plugs from the

socket before changing / adjusting / replacing the
drill bit.
 All machine controls, should be inspected daily
and at each new set up.
 Use of suitable PPE - Helmet, safety boots, safety
goggles, gloves, ear plug / muff, aprons as
required
 Environment -NA- NA -NA-

-NA-
 Defective electric  Health -NA- NA -NA-
connections
-NA-
 Safety 3 C M  Electrical rating should be in accordance with 1 C L Emergency
manufacturer specification and applicable local response
 Injury standards.
 Tool damage  Provide independent grounding conductor to
 Electric Shock prevent electric shocks.
 Provide independent circuit breaker apart from
any switchgear on the equipment itself, to
electrically isolate the equipment in the event of
failure, or for routine repairs or preventive
maintenance.
 Inspection of Electrical connections & cables prior
to every use and prompt repairs.
 Use of suitable PPE - Helmet, safety boots, safety
goggles, gloves, ear plug / muff, aprons as
required.

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USE OF DRILLING MACHINE

CONSEQUENC

CONSEQUENC
PROBABILITY

PROBABILITY
RISK RATING
E (0,1,2,3,4,5)

E (0,1,2,3,4,5)

RECOVERY
MEASURES
RESIDUAL
(A,B,C,D,E)

(A,B,C,D,E)
(FIXED)

RATING
RISK
CONTROL MEASURES
SIGNIFICANT HSE
EFFECT
HAZARD

 Environment -NA- NA -NA-

-NA-
 Flying metal  Health
particles / spark
 Lung disorders
 Eye irritation
 Safety
 Personal injury
 Fire
2 C
3 C
M  Restrict access only to authorized personnel in the 1 C L  Medical Aid
work area.
 Provide screens to protect personnel working /
passing nearby.
 Provide warning sign boards.
 Use appropriate PPE- respiratory mask, coverall,
apron, safety boots, helmet & suitable face shield
to protect all the sides or a combination of face
shield with goggles.
M  Restrict access only to authorized personnel in the 1 C L  Emergency
work area. response
 Adequate protection to drill bit & the job piece to
prevent operator or others nearby from getting
injured by spattering metal chips.
 Provide screens to protect personnel working /
passing nearby.
 Keep the surrounding clear of any flammable or
combustible material.
 Provide warning sign boards.
 Ensure availability of suitable fire extinguishers
nearby.
 Use of suitable PPE - Helmet, safety boots, safety
goggles, gloves, ear plug / muff, aprons as
required.

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USE OF DRILLING MACHINE

CONSEQUENC

CONSEQUENC
PROBABILITY

PROBABILITY
RISK RATING
E (0,1,2,3,4,5)

E (0,1,2,3,4,5)

RECOVERY
MEASURES
RESIDUAL
(A,B,C,D,E)

(A,B,C,D,E)
(FIXED)

RATING
RISK
CONTROL MEASURES
SIGNIFICANT HSE
EFFECT
HAZARD

 Environment 2 E M  Prompt collection & storage 1 D L  Collection

 Peruse possibility of re-use. & Disposal
 Solid Non-  Disposal as per waste management procedure.
hazardous waste
 Contact with moving  Health -NA- NA -NA-
/ rotating parts
-NA-
 Safety 3 C M  Provide guards to all moving / rotating parts of the 1 C L  Emergency
machine. response
 Personal injury  Drill bit shall be covered to prevent it from
catching the clothes.
 Restrict access only to authorized personnel.
 Do not wear loose clothing, gloves and jewellery
that can get entangled in moving / rotating parts of
machinery.
 Avoid touching the bit till the rotation stops fully.
 Switch off the machine and remove plugs from the
socket before changing / adjusting / replacing the
drill bit.
 Environment -NA- NA -NA-

-NA-
 Improper use of  Health -NA- NA -NA-
machine
-NA-
 Safety 3 C M  All machine controls should be inspected daily 1 C L  Emergency
and at each new set up. response
- Personal injury  Machine shall not be left unattended when ‘On’.

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USE OF DRILLING MACHINE

CONSEQUENC

CONSEQUENC
PROBABILITY

PROBABILITY
RISK RATING
E (0,1,2,3,4,5)

E (0,1,2,3,4,5)

RECOVERY
MEASURES
RESIDUAL
(A,B,C,D,E)

(A,B,C,D,E)
(FIXED)

RATING
RISK
CONTROL MEASURES
SIGNIFICANT HSE
EFFECT
HAZARD

 Job pieces shall be adequately secured and

controlled while drilling such that it doesn’t kick
back and injure the operator.
 Drilling shall not be carried out by holding jobs in
hand. Small tongs / fixtures shall be used to hold
such jobs while drilling.
 Display the identity of trained & authorised
operators, prominently.
 Do not operate without authorisation and without
proper PPE.
 Environment -NA- NA -NA-

-NA-

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