RISK ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR TILING

Project: TILING
Site address:
Unilag, Akoka
Yaba Lagos

Date of works: April 2023

Task: Arrival and departure from site

Hazard Control measures Who is at risk?

Struck by moving vehicles All operatives and site visitors must ensure they sign in Operatives and
when entering public

Site inductions to be provided to all operatives and visitors

before entering the work site

All operatives and visitors to keep to pedestrian areas only

The use of cross-over points will be incorporated into site

plan by principal contractor

Muscle strains, sprains & Use correct lifting techniques, all operatives should be Operative
injuries caused by lifting heavy trained in the safe method of lifting - refer to manual
loads handling section in attached method statement

Ensure two man lift is enforced for reaching or carrying

heavier items
Split loads to make them lighter and safer to handle
smoking and after shift

Task: Surface Preparation:

Preparing the surface to receive the tile, such as cleaning, leveling, and priming.

Hazard Control measures Who is at risk?

Exposure to dust and chemicals Wear dust mask when mixing up filler solution Operative
from cleaning agents and
primers. Ensure filler solution is mixed in a well ventilated and
nominated area by site supervisor

Tripping hazards from uneven Use warning signs to indicate potential tripping hazards. Operative
surfaces.

Task: Cutting and Shaping Tiles:

Cutting tiles to size and shape, using tools such as tile saws, cutters, and grinders.

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Hazard Control measures Who is at risk?

Cuts and lacerations from sharp Wear dust mask when mixing up filler solution Operative
tile edges and cutting tools Provide workers with appropriate PPE, such as gloves and
safety glasses.

Exposure to dust and fumes Ensure that cutting tools are kept sharp and in good Operative
from cutting and grinding condition, and use low-dust tools to minimize dust
exposure.

Use of nose mask and provide ventilation in workspace.

Task: Setting Tiles:

Applying tile adhesive and placing tiles onto the prepared surface.

Hazard Control measures Who is at risk?

Exposure to chemicals in tile Use appropriate PPE, such as gloves and eye protection. Operative
adhesive
Minimize the use of hazardous chemicals,

Tripping hazards from uneven Ensure that work areas are kept clean and dry. Operative
or slippery surfaces

Task: Grouting and Finishing

Filling in the gaps between tiles with grout and finishing the surface.

Hazard Control measures Who is at risk?

Exposure to chemicals in grout Use appropriate PPE, such as gloves and eye protection. Operative

Minimize the use of hazardous chemicals.

lipping hazards from wet Ensure that work areas are kept clean and dry. Operative
surfaces.

Task: Clean-up
Cleaning up debris and waste materials from the tile installation .

Hazard Control measures Who is at risk?

Exposure to dust and debris Use appropriate PPE, such as dust masks and gloves Operative

Ensure that work areas are kept clean and free of debris

Tripping hazards from debris Use warning signs to indicate potential tripping hazards. Operative
on the floor.

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