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The Edge Trimming Operations Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Slips
- trips and falls
- Incorrect use of equipment
- 2. Edge Trimming
- Flying debris
- Noise exposure
- 3. Maintenance
- Mechanical injuries
- Electric shock
- 4. Breakdown Procedure
- Electric shock
- Fire hazard
- 5. Clean Up
- Chemical exposure
- incorrect waste disposal
- 6. Equipment Utilisation
- Accidental start
- Inadequate training
- 7. Transporting Equipment
- Load fall
- Vehicle accident
- 8. Safety Equipment Usage
- Improper Fit
- Failure to use
- 9. Environmental Considerations
- Exposure to harmful organisms
- Weather conditions
- 10. Refuelling Equipment
- Fire hazard
- Fuel Spillage
- 11. Inspections Prior Work
- Overlooking potential hazards
- Ignoring safety guidelines
- 12. Disposal of Waste
- Wrong disposal method
- Sharp object injury
- 13. Lifting and Moving
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Heavy lifting
- 14. Work Area Identification
- Non-compliance with signage
- Miscommunication
- 15. Dismantling operations
- Pinch points
- Falls from height
- 16. Emergencies
- Lack of training
- Panic
- 17. Post-Work Review
- Overlooking errors
- Not learning from mistakes
- 18. Quality checking
- Faulty product
- Inadequate procedure
- 19. Replacement of Blades
- Sharp objects
- Accidental start of equipment
- 20. Shut Down Operation
- Unplanned shutdown
- Electrical faults