Case: Cleaning the roof of a building

Description: A cleaning company is hired to clean the roof of

a five-story building. The roof is made of corrugated metal
and has accumulated dirt and debris over time. The
cleaning company will use a pressure washer to clean the
roof, and two workers will be involved in the job.
Potential hazards:

Fall hazard: The workers could fall from the roof while cleaning it.

Electrical hazard: The use of electrical equipment like the pressure

washer could create an electrical hazard for the workers.

Slip and trip hazards: The roof could be slippery due to the accumulated
dirt and debris, increasing the risk of slips and trips.

Chemical hazard: The cleaning solution used with the pressure washer
could be hazardous if ingested, inhaled, or comes in contact with skin.

Noise hazard: The use of the pressure washer could expose workers to
high levels of noise, leading to hearing damage.
Risk controls:

Fall protection: Workers must use personal fall arrest systems (PFAS) while
working on the roof.

Electrical safety: The workers must inspect the electrical equipment and
ensure it is properly grounded before use.

Slip and trip prevention: The workers must wear slip-resistant footwear and
clean the roof of any debris before starting the job.

Chemical safety: The workers must use appropriate personal protective

equipment (PPE) such as gloves, eye protection, and respirators when handling
cleaning solutions.

Hearing protection: The workers must use appropriate hearing protection,

such as earplugs or earmuffs, to protect themselves from high levels of noise.