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Date: 27/03/2014
Name of the Activity :Activity: WORK WITH HAND HELD PORTABLE MACHINES
Date: 14/09/2011
RISK ASSESSMENT NUMBER: M&E/OHSE/RA/GEN - 22

Possible Out Risk rating Residual risk

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1 Using portable machines  Tie off machines / tools with a rope to prevent its
fall while working at height or near edges.
 Edge protection using toe boards and green mesh
Fall of machine  Hit by / Struck
3 3 9 shall be provided to avoid falling of machine. 3 1 3
from height by
 Barricading shall be provided around the work
area to provide unauthorised entry.

 The protective guards provided by the

manufacturer shall be in place at the time of work.
Sharp edges of
 Cut injury 3 3 9  Training shall be provided for the technicians on 3 1 3
the tool
the safe working with portable power tools.

 Machines and tools shall not be kept on walkways

Improper and they shall be kept in tools boxes.
storage /  Defective tools shall be switched off/tagged and
 Trip and fall 3 3 9 3 1 3
unattended returned to store for repair.
tools  All tools shall be inspected for any damages on
daily basis and at regular intervals..intervals.
Sudden impact  Injury to 32 3 69  Proper body postures shall be maintained before 23 1 23
when machine persons working with the machines.
is turned on  Proper grip shall be established with the handle of
the machine – not too loose, not too tight.
 Proper training shall be done on the safe system of
work at site.
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 All machines (except double-insulated one) shall

be grounded properly.
 Shock  Never lift the machine by pulling the power cord.
Electricity 4 3 12 4 1 4
 Fatality  Proper industrial leads & industrial sockets must
be used as per local operating voltage.

 Never use tools that can produce sparks / flame

near the COSHH material storage area.
 Use of fire extinguishers and blankets to control
Fire  Burns 34 3 912 34 1 34
the fire must be ensured.
 Monthly inspection and maintenance of machines
and tools shall be done for proper functioning.
 White Finger 32  Machines with high vibration shall be operated on
Vibration 2 26 213 1 213
disease 1 a rotational basis
Legal requirement:
 AD EHSMS COP 35.0103.0, 3.1, 7.0, v2.0 Feb 2012OSHAD SF- COPs
Additional information:
Additional external training by Manufacturer’s/ Suppliers shall be given to all Ver 3.1 Jul 2017
concerned.  Federal Law 8 of 1980
 Ministerial Order No. 32 of 1982, Ministry of Labour, UAE
 Federal Law No. 24 of 1999

Personal protective equipment:
Job Specific Hand Gloves (ANSI/ISEA 105-2011 or BS 1651 for material handling)
and safety goggles (CE EN 166 F or EN 166 B), Ear Plugs (EN352-2 with 15 to 25
Supervisory/ Managerial input (if needed):
dBA Attenuation as per the power tool used)
Ensure proper pre use checks and supervision is made available. Tool box talk to
Mandatory PPE For Site : Safety Shoes (EN ISO 345 S1 P category or ANSI Z41
operatives should be ensured while carrying the activity.
PT99), Safety Helmet (BS EN 397 or ANSI Z89.1) & Cover all (BS EN 340) High
Visibility Reflective Jacket (BS EN471 or ANSI/ISEA 107)Safety shoes, Safety
helmet, Full hands coverall, Safety Goggles, Hand gloves (Hard gloves & rubber
gloves), Safety harness with lanyard, Dust Mask & Ear muff

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Risk Assessment Committee/ HSEO Worker Representative Management Representative/ Project Manager

Name & Designation: ............................................................. Name: .............................................................. Name & Designation: ..........................................

Signature & Date: .................................................................. Signature & Date: ............................................ Signature & Date: ................................................

SITE SPECIFIC ASSESSMENT

Additional hazards: Associated risks: Control measures:

Approval: Remarks (if any):

Name & Signature: .................................................................. (Site Engineer/ HSE Engineer)
Designation: .................................................................. Date: .........................................

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