WORKING AT HEIGHT RISK ASSESSMENT
Mounting Telecom Equipment On 30m Tall Tower – Kingfisher Drilling camp
Item Hazard description
1 Human Factors
This may occur through
inexperience, user error,
complacency, and lack of
supervision.
Poses a risk of a fall resulting
in serious Injury
2 Falling from the working
height
3 Inappropriate or faulty
equipment/ladder, ropes for
the task
4 Reaching/overstretching on
the ladder
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Risk level
How exposed to the hazard Risk control measures
The consequence is Critical (due to potential fatality).
Fall from height due to
inexperience in this work task.  Appropriate training and instruction for those required to Work at height.
 Work to be performed by competent and mentally alert staff
Performing an ad hoc task  Supervision of work by responsible POC
without due diligence and  Review and discuss with a colleague how the work will be performed prior to
planning. commencing
 Availability of appropriate PPE including MAST climbing ropes
Results in a MEDIUM risk rating.
 Select appropriate equipment to enable access (ladder).
 Training and instruction provided to staff required to work at heights
Unlikely.
 Work conducted at height to be in accordance with SOP for task
Staff operating at height
 Supervision by a person in charge
 Full body PPE and hard hats available
Using an inappropriate or poorly  Regular inspection and maintenance of work at heights equipment in accordance
conditioned ladder or safety with the manufacturer’s recommendations
system may increase the likelihood  Pre-use equipment checks performed by the operator prior to use.
of an incident.  Training and instruction provided to staff in the selection and use of equipment
e.g.: equipment may break
The likelihood is
causing injury to workers or others
Fall from overbalancing due to  Training and instruction for those required to Work at height in the use of ropes
extending the center of gravity to and ladders,

Item Hazard description
5 Working near overhead
power lines
6 Carrying items up and down
ladders
7 Dropping objects or tools
8 Work surroundings  Other activities occurring at or
9 Weather
Tasks performed outdoors
will be subject to weather
conditions (wind, cold, heat)
How exposed to the hazard
an unsafe position
Worker or equipment coming into
The consequence
contact with overhead
powerlines / electrical services
therefore potential for electric Results in a MEDIUM
shock
Fall from loss of balance while
carrying items up or down ladders
The person below is struck by a
dropped object
near the worksite, expose the
worker to an increased risk of
falls. 
Local weather could make a task
more hazardous
(eg: sun exposure; winds affecting
the stability of work platform)
Risk level
Risk control measures
 Appropriate equipment available for the task (ladders, ropes).
 Work to be performed by competent and mentally alert staff.
 Supervision of work by a responsible company representative
 Inspection of the work site to ensure access equipment can be set correctly
 toTraining and instruction
is Critical (due potential fatality).in the use of ladders, etc.
 Observe/inspect the work site prior to commencement to ensure clear
The likelihood is Unlikely.
unimpeded access and separation from electrical services
risk rating
 Perform a quick risk assessment of site hazards
Work to be performed by competent and mentally alert staff.
 On-site supervision of work by the responsible company representative,
 Use a Spotter in place to provide a warning of proximity to electrical services
 Training and instruction for those required to Work at a height
 Use of tool belt/backpack / carry bag/pulley system to carry tools/equipment
to enable maintaining three points of contact when accessing or exiting the work site
 Lifting system to lift tools or equipment into place
 Establish a ‘No-Go’ zone for foot traffic around MAST by use of
cones, bunting, and safety signs.
 Use of tool belt to ensure tools are retained securely
 Use safety nets, kick boards, or other means to prevent tools, etc dropping from
a height
 Instruction, training, and supervision for those required to work at height
 Appropriate PPE (hard hats) when working under /near others working at a
height
 Use a Spotter in place if required
 Use Signage 
 Weather conditions to be considered prior to work.
 Review and discuss with a supervisor and company representative if weather
conditions are suitable for work to be undertaken
 Appendix 2 - Risk Assessment Matrix

RISK SEVERITY/CONSEQUENCE
CRITICAL MAJOR MINOR NEGLIGIBLE
(may cause severe (injury resulting in at (medical treatment (first aid treatment -
injury or fatality - least one day lost injury - back to no lost time)
more than two time) work)
LIKELIHOOD weeks lost time)
VERY LIKELY
(exposure happens frequently) High High Medium Medium

LIKELY
(exposure but not frequently) High Medium Medium Low

UNLIKELY
(exposure could happen but only rarely) Medium Medium Low Very low

VERY UNLIKELY
(Exposure can happen but probably Medium Low Very low Very low
never will)