RISK ASSESSMENT FOR USE OF PORTABLE TOOLS

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR USE OF PORTABLE TOOLS

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Hazards

• Electrical Blades 
• Sharp edges

Risks

• Cuts Electrocution
• Swarf burns 
• Hearing damage 
• Eye injuries

Control Measures

1. Ensure correct PPE is worn.
2. All equipment shall be inspected before use.
3. Only used equipment for the job it has been designed for
4. Use only a 110V power source on building sites.
5. Hearing protection is to be worn where required.
6. Safety glasses or goggles must be worn especially when drilling overhead.
7. Do not attempt to remove the hot metal swarf with your bare hand during drilling; always use a tool or metal instrument.
8. All blades are to be fitted accordingly and only to be used for the purpose it has been designed for.
9. All portable tools are to be maintained in good condition and defects reported to management where necessary.
10. Hearing protection must be worn in areas where excessive noise is present e.g. above 80dB

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