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Rhastee P.

Toroy
Name
CONSTRUCTION SITE
Risk Assessment completed by
Location/Venue
JUNE 29, 2021
Date

Describe the Activity & location Construction work is on-going. Heights are present. Cranes are used to transfer materials from ground floor to higher floors. Welding process is
also seen at the yard, and forklift maneuvers is done.

Step 1 How will the


Identify the activity controls be
implemented?
Current Residual
Complex or lengthy
risk risk
activities Step 2 Step 5 What further
should be broken rating rating Action by Due When
What are action is necessary?
down into stages / Step 3 Who Step 4 What are you Date Completed
the Refer
alternately aspects might be already doing?
hazards? last page Refer last
of the
harmed and Apply the Hierarchy of Controls page
how?
Refer last page (required)

1
Crane Operation Workers around Conduct an immediate walk-around Likelihood = Likelihood =
-load the operation inspection and stop the operation 3 2
imbalance for clearing the work area. Workers – Substitution where ropes should be
should be reminded to wear their CNSQNCE = replaced with new ones, and replace CNSQNCE =
more secured crane hook.
2 -overloading hard hats to avoid getting struck by 4 2
- Administrative controls
(added beam falling objects.
should be also implemented such as
weight) (L x C) (L x C)
trainings and programs for operators
and workers in maneuvering and
-unsecured 3 x 4 = S12 2 x 2 = L4
taking care of heavy equipment.
crane hook - Wear PPE such as hard hats
1 Significant and safety boots. Low
-defective
belt/rope

Smoking near Gas -Smoking Operator Workers -Call out the person smoking and Likelihood = -Survey the work site first and Likelihood =
tank/Strip Hazard within the around the tell the designated place to smoke 3 disseminate the established plan 2
vicinity operation out of the vicinity and site layout to proper gas
- lack of Spectators - Keep the wires in order CNSQNCE =
storage
safety Staff -Move the gas tank away from the CNSQNCE = 2
signage welding area 4
-Effective training and
-unsecured (L x C)
(L x C) orientation program for
material or
poor
workers to implement 2 x 2 = L4
4 x 5 = S12 discipline in the workplace -
housekeeping
Implement a proper Low
Significant housekeeping and inspection

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system to effectively increase
the order and management
within the workplace.
- Establish a proper
safety signage that is visible to
all the workers to remind
them of potential risks and
hazards

Improper Storage - Uncapped Operator Workers - Move the Containers in proper Likelihood = - Do a pre-operation Likelihood =
of Chemicals chemical around the place which are not blocking the 3 inspection to check if the Storage 2
containers operation right of way. Immediately capped of chemicals is tightly capped and
the containers to avoid spillage and CNSQNCE = CNSQNCE =
well-placed
extreme odor leakage. 3 1
- Provide storage of
(L x C) (L x C)
chemicals where workers are far
3 x 3 = M9 from it. 2 x 1 = L2

Moderate Low

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Improper -improper use Operator and - Conduct an immediate Likelihood = - Effective training and orientation Likelihood =
Welding of equipment workers around inspection of the welding area where 4 program for workers to 2
Environment the operation flammable materials should not be implement discipline in the
-inadequate area CNSQNCE = CNSQNCE =
allowed in the vicinity workplace
management 4 2
-Safeguard the welding machine and - Active and adequate surveillance
-hot sparks (L x C) (L x C)
put it below head level. system in the workplace for
4 x4= monitoring 2 x 2 = L4
-fumes/ gases/ - Remind the operator to wear H16
radiation the appropriate PPE - Accountable authorization of
HIGH RISK Low
undertaking welding operations
-improper
placement (red - Proper assessment of welding
circle) area includes the utilization of
opaque and fire-resistant screens
to reduce light pollution and fire
hazards

-Proper ventilation in the area


where lateral airflow should be
introduced through fans

-Proper wearing of PPE for


welding operations such as fire-
resistant aprons, helmets,
headshields or goggles with
suitable filter lenses and gloves.

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Inappropriate Operators and - Halt and call out the Likelihood = -Effective training and orientation Likelihood =
Behavior of - disregard of Workers following workers who are doing 5 program for workers to 3
Workers/ SOP and unaware inappropriate behavior or implement discipline in the
of safe practices CNSQNCE = CNSQNCE =
Operator misconduct in the workplace. workplace and safe lifting
- Horse playing 3 1
- Carrying a practices
- Warn the workers about the
passenger situation and provide information to
(L x C) - Use appropriate (L x C)
the immediate supervisor or team 5 x 3= S15 equipment for a specific task
3 x 1 = L3
leader. Assess the workers and find especially when working on
the reason on why they did an elevated levels such as hydraulic
inappropriate action. Remind the Significant Low
lifts.
policies and regulations along with
the whole team. - Replace faulty equipment
-working in unsafe actions and with new ones or improve its
1 positions - absentmindedness
durability with safety features.
- using defective/ improper
2 equipment

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Visitors in the Accident-Prone Visitors/passer-by - Inquire if the person Li kelihood= - Implement Likelihood=
workplace Area for Visitors immediately. The person 4 identification cards to verify 2
without PPE and might have an I.D. or visit people entering the
CNSQNCE = CNSQNCE =
barriers pass, or looking for premises, including visitors,
someone. This will clear 2 contractors and personnel. 2
some confusion and/or (L x C)
enough to make them leave - Install security guards (L x C)
from the premises. 4 x 2= M8 around the perimeter of the 2 x 2 = L4
workplace and in
-Provide PPE if visitor is Moderate entrance/exits to manage Low
confirmed and check the visiting
personnel and to keep away
the unauthorized personnel.
This will improve both the
safety of the working
personnel inside and the
unauthorized/visitors outside
the workplace.

Falling debris or Visitors/passer-by - Warn the Likelihood = - The construction Likelihood =


sharp objects visitor/passerby/ 3 companies and contractors 3
unauthorized personnel to must ensure the safety of
keep an eye on their CNSQNCE = CNSQNCE =
work zones for workers and
Workers surroundings and stay away 2 1
from the work site or passersby by installing
Staff danger-prone areas. (L x C) barriers and debris nets. (L x C)

2x 3 = M6 - Secure all objects 3 x 1 = L3


Moderate when working on an elevated Low
- If they are
surface.
authorized personnel that
were allowed to visit,
remind them to wear their
PPE.
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Unsafe Act Physical Hazards ( The performer/ the - To ensure the workers' Likelihood - Create and implement physical Likelihood =
(Manual lifting of Back pain, and worker executing the safety when lifting heavy =4 modifications to facilities that 2
heavy materials) Permanent said unsafe act objects, provide them with a include equipment and
hand pallet truck or any CONSEQUE processes that allow for this CONSEQUE
injuries)
other equipment that will NCE = 2 exposure to be reduced. NCE = 2
aid in lifting and carrying. - In this type of hazard, the
Conduct health and safety (L x C) administrative control to be (L x C)
seminars or training, and used is to change work habits,
educate workers on proper 4 x 2 = M8 practices, and policies. Giving 2 x 2 = L4
lifting techniques to ensure workers proper training in lifting
that their musculoskeletal Moderate and handling techniques so that Low
system is always in good they do not adopt the awkward
posture displayed.
condition.

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Slips and trips, falls Operator and workers -Conduct daily inspection to - Wear appropriate
around the operation check the housekeeping Likelihood= footwear. Likelihood=
3 2
-Always clean the mess after Consequence - Slip resistant flooring Consequence
the operation and eliminate =2 is encouraged in workspaces. =2
waste by putting it in the
designated place 3 x 2 = M6 2 x 2 = L4
- Ensure appropriate
cleaning and housekeeping
-Always check the floor
practices are maintained to
surfaces
minimize the risk of slips,
trips and falls.
-Arrange all wires

-Securely cover or guard


holes and openings with
materials that can support Moderate Low risk
any load.
Risk

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- spills Worker -Take the Forklift in - Effective training and
Unattended (slip hazards) / designated parking Likelihood = orientation program for Likelihood=
Equipment oil leakages (fire area. 3 workers to implement 1
hazards) discipline in the workplace. -
-unattended -Wipe and clean Implement a proper
Consequenc e=2 Conseque
equipment/ the oil spillage housekeeping and inspection
nce=2
tools - Tools should be system to effectively increase
3 x 2 = M6 the order and management
placed in the
within the workplace. 1 x 2 = L2
-electrical wires designated places
(trip hazards) after using - Heavy equipment
Moderate should be identified with Low Risk
barriers, lights and reflectors.
risk

- Implement a proper
housekeeping and inspection
system to effectively increase
the order and management
within the workplace.

- Effective training and


orientation program for
workers to implement
discipline in the workplace.

ADDED RISK RATING LEGEND

RISK RATING LIKELIHOOD

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Rare Unlikely Possible Likely Almost Certain

1 2 3 4 5
Catastrophic Significant Risk Significant Risk High Risk High Risk High Risk

5 L5 S10 S15 H20 H25


Major Low Risk Moderate Risk Significant Risk High Risk High Risk

4 L4 M8 S12 H16 H20


Moderate Low Risk Low Risk Moderate Risk Significant Risk High Risk

3 L3 M6 M9 S12 S15
Minor Low Risk Low Risk Low Risk Moderate Risk Significant Risk

2 L2 L4 M6 M8 S10
Minimal Low Risk Low Risk Low Risk Low Risk Moderate Risk

1 L1 L2 L3 L4 M5

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RISK ASSESSMENT RATING – Use this table to determine a risk rating
HIERARCHY OF CONTROLS
Start at the top and work down 1) What is the worst possible CONSEQUENCE of this hazard?
2) What is the LIKELIHOOD of this occurring?

Most Elimination RISK


Effective Eg. Discontinue use of product, equipment, cease work process
LIKELIHOOD
RATING
Unlikely Almost
Substitution Rare The event is Certain The
Eg. Replace with a similar item that does the same job but with a The event will not likely to Possible Likely event is
only occur in occur in a The event The event is almost certain
lower hazard level
exceptional year may occur likely to occur to occur within
circumstances within a year within a year a year
CONSEQUENCE
Isolation
Eg. Put a barrier between the person and the hazard Catastrophic
(Accidental death /
serious injury) Significant Significant High Risk High Risk High Risk
Engineering controls Risk Risk
Eg. Change the process, equipment or tools so the risk is reduced Major Moderate
(Serious injury) Risk
Low Risk Significant High Risk High Risk
Risk
Administration controls
Eg. Guidelines, procedures, rosters, training etc to minimise the Moderate
(Lost time due to Moderate
risk Low Risk Low Risk Significant High Risk
workplace injury) Risk
Risk
Minor
(Minor workplace
Personal protective equipment injury – no lost time) Low Risk Low Risk Low Risk Moderate Significant
Eg. Equipment worn to provide a temporary barrier Risk Risk
Minimal
(No injury)
Low Risk Low Risk Low Risk Low Risk Moderate
Risk

Least
Effective

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