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One helpful method of structuring a checklist is by using the “4 Ps”, as
recommended by the UK Health and
Safety Executive (HSE):
Premises, including: – Access/escape. – Housekeeping. – Working environment.
Plant and substances, including: – Machinery guarding. – Local exhaust
ventilation. –
Use/storage/separation of materials/chemicals.
Procedures, including: – Permits-to-work. – Use of personal protective equipment.
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Procedures followed.
People, including: – Health surveillance. – People's behavior. – Appropriate
authorized
person