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The Extension Pole Use Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Tripping over tools
- Unstable working surface
- 2. Inspect Pole
- Defective equipment
- Manual handling injuries
- 3. Extend Pole
- Pole collapsing
- Loss of balance
- 4. Operate Extension Pole
- Striking overhead utilities
- Falling from height
- 5. Work at Height
- Falls
- Overexertion
- 6. Maneuvering Pole
- Loss of balance
- Struck by falling object
- 7. Changing Attachments
- Manual handling problems
- Faulty attachments
- 8. Adjust Pole Length
- Pinch points
- Overextension
- 9. Retract Pole
- Collapsing pole
- Pinch points
- 10. Lower Pole
- Strike to self or others
- Uncontrolled movement
- 11. Detach Attachments
- Pinch points
- Defective attachments
- 12. Inspect for Damage
- Overlooked damage
- Handling problems
- 13. Clean and Store
- Poor storage
- Tripping or falling on tools
- 14. Maintain Equipment
- Electrical shock
- Malfunctioning equipment
- 15. Report Any Issues
- Delayed reporting
- Incorrect report