RISK ASSESSMENT - SHEET 2

QAD 210.13.14
TASK ANALYSIS SCHEDULE

Task Code Involved Personnel

T18
All Personnel
Manual Handling
PO = PROBABILITY OF OCCURRENCE - RISK LEVEL = HIGH (H) – MEDIUM (M) - LOW (L)
CO = CONSEQUENCE OF OCCURRENCE - RISK LEVEL = HIGH (H) – MEDIUM (M) - LOW (L)
Note that should an H – High PO and an H – High CO be recorded together for a risk
exposure, the risk is unacceptable and further control measures are required.
Risk Exposure Control Measures PO CO

 Strained Muscles, Torn Ligaments,  Mechanical handling devices shall be used

Slipped Discs and Hernias – Can occur where ever possible, I.E. CRANE, RIGGING
through attempting to lift or push a load EQUIPMENT, FORKLIFT TRUCKS,
outside your physical capabilities PALLET TRUCKS OR TROLLEYS ETC.

 Manual handling training shall be given to all

of the workforce at the Safety Induction and
to ensure that they are aware of the risks
associated with manual handling and the
precautions necessary.

 Training shall include correct posture and

weight limitations.
H L

 Cuts. Burns and Abrasions – Can occur  Where ever possible loads shall be packed in
when loads are handled without wearing such a way so as not to harm the carrier.
suitable personal protective equipment.
 Equipment shall where ever possible be fitted
with a carrying handle.

 Personnel shall wear suitable hand protection

to reduce the possibility of harm.

Dual lifting shall be utilised when ever possible

(Taking into account the size and weight of the
load to be moved)
H L

 Dropped Loads – Can not only damage  Use of mechanical means whenever possible.
the load being lifted but also injure the
person(s) carrying the load.  Personnel shall not exceed the their own
lifting capabilities. Personnel shall not try to
impress colleagues. IF YOU CANNOT
PUSH OR PULL THE LOAD DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO LIFT IT.
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 Suitable PPE shall be worn to protect feet
and legs
 Load shall be secure prior to lifting.
H L

 Slips, Trips & Falls – Can occur if walkways  Personnel shall ensure they are aware of
are not kept clear and/or if housekeeping where the load is to be carried and the
standards are not maintained at a high level. hazards, which may be present.

 Any obstruction shall be moved prior to

lifting the load.

 All spillage’s and waste materials shall be

cleaned up.

 Access routes shall be kept clear at all

times.

 Mechanical means for handling loads

shall always be considered.
H L

 Environmental Considerations –  All spills shall be cleaned up immediately

Consideration shall be given to prevent to prevent damage to the environment i.e.
damage to the environment should a spill materials entering drains and soaking in
occur whilst carrying a load. to the ground.

 Spill containment materials shall be

available on all locations i.e. spill dry etc.

 The SHE department shall be notified of

all spills so that advice can be given on
the correct disposal method. The SHE
department may also be required to notify
the Environmental authorities of spills,
depending on the nature of the substance
spilled and whether the spill has entered a
water course or drain etc.
M L

 Environmental Conditions – Can affect  An assessment shall be carried out prior

manual handling operations, i.e. carrying to moving the load. Consideration shall
bulky items in windy conditions or slippery be given to potential hazards and
items in the rain. appropriate control measures
implemented.
M L

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Risk Assessment carried out
for Heerema Hartlepool : Date : __________ Signature : ____________________

Lead Assessor Name D. Gorman Job Title SHE Officer

Assisted by Name B. Yeoman Job Title Production Manager
Assisted by Name W. Hegarty Job Title Superintendent
Assisted by Name P.J. Quayle Job Title Q.A. / Environmental
Engineer
Assisted by Name E. Jackson Job Title Safety Representative

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