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The Applying Anti-Graffiti Coatings Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Incorrect use of equipment
- Chemical exposure to skin/eyes
- 2. Removing Existing Graffiti
- Respiratory issues from dust particles
- Physical exertion due to scrubbing
- 3. Surface Cleaning
- Chemical burns/harmful exposure
- Possibility of slipping on wet surfaces
- 4. Applying Primer Coat
- Skin irritation/allergies caused by primer
- Risk of fire if using flammable primer
- 5. Drying Time
- Ingestion or inhalation of toxic fumes
- Accidental touch of wet surface leading to skin ailments
- 6. Applying Anti-graffiti Coating
- Exposure to harmful chemicals
- physical injuries due to incorrect coating methods
- 7. Curing/Drying of Final Coat
- Inhalation of toxic fumes
- risk of fire
- 8. Disposal of Waste
- Improper disposal leading to chemical spillage
- Physical injury during handling heavy containers
- 9. Equipment Pack Up
- Physical injuries while packing up heavy equipment
- Slips
- trips and falls
- 10. Post Job Cleanup
- Hazards from remaining chemicals
- trips and falls from remains on the floor
- 11. Periodic Maintenance
- Improper handling of equipment
- Chemical Hazard
- 12. Emergency Procedures
- Inadequate training and knowledge causing panic
- injuries due to improper usage of safety equipment
- 13. Daily Safety Checks
- Overlooking safety threats leading to accidents
- Physical hazards due to wear and tear of equipment
- 14. Safety Protocols Review
- Inadequate updates causing safety threats
- Risk due to lack of awareness about recent changes
- 15. Regular Training Sessions
- Illness/physical discomfort during training sessions
- Risk of misinformation or conceptual misunderstanding
- 16. Incident Reporting
- Delayed response due to missed/delayed reporting
- Miscommunication may lead to wrong actions
- 17. Corrective Actions Post-Incident
- Inadequate action leading to repeated incidents
- delays in implementing corrective measures
- 18. Periodic Review of Emergency Plan
- Outdated plans increasing risk
- Misunderstanding about new procedures
- 19. Adherence to Compliance and Norms
- Noncompliance leading to legal issues
- major disruptions due to non-adherence
- 20. End of Day Procedures
- Accident due to fatigue
- Hazards related to after-hours alone work (if any)