Doors Windows and Internal Fix-Out Risk Assessment

Product Overview

This risk assessment covers doors, windows and internal fix-out work, from preparation and material handling through installation, finishing and clean-up. It supports planning by identifying hazards and control considerations for managing risks in active fit-out areas.

Activities & Risks Covered

This assessment addresses activities and risks including:

• Plan the work area, scope, access, lighting and materials
• Receive, unload and store doors, windows, joinery and related materials
• Manually handle and position doors, windows, frames, panels and joinery
• Use ladders, steps and temporary work platforms for installation tasks
• Handle glazing, glass, sharp edges, fixings and hardware
• Cut, drill and trim materials, including silica-containing materials
• Use portable power tools, leads and temporary power
• Apply hardware, adhesives, sealants and finishes
• Work near services, penetrations and existing structures
• Remove waste, manage housekeeping and secure completed items

Who is this for?

Suitable for contractors, workers, supervisors and businesses carrying out doors, windows or internal fit-out activities.

Activities & Hazards Covered

Legislation & References

The template records model guidance used to inform the documented controls. Applicable WHS/OHS laws and adopted Codes vary by state or territory, so confirm the current local requirements when tailoring the assessment:

• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Hazardous manual tasks — 4.1 The hierarchy of control measures; p. 31.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing the work environment and facilities — 2. The work environment; p. 13.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing electrical risks in the workplace — 2.1 Identifying the hazards; p. 14.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: First aid in the workplace — 3. First aid equipment, facilities and training; p. 12.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace — 2.1. What is involved in managing risks?; p. 12.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks — 2. Step 1 — How to identify hazards; p. 12.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing the risk of fatigue at work — Provide sufficient breaks while at work; p. 30.

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Standard Risk Assessment Features (Click to Expand)

• Activity-specific hazard identification and control measures
• Initial and residual risk ratings
• Assigned responsible persons for each activity
• Risk matrix and assessment classification
• Review, monitoring and sign-off fields
• Site-specific customisation before use