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The Handling Harsh Detergents Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Chemical exposure
- Slips or falls due to wet surfaces
- 2. Detergent Mixing
- Splashing of chemicals
- Improper ratios resulting in harsh mixture
- 3. Application of Detergent
- Contact with skin
- Inhalation of fumes
- 4. Rinsing
- Exposure to detergent residue
- Slippery surfaces
- 5. Scrubbing/Brushing
- Manual handling injuries
- Prolonged contact with detergent
- 6. Waste Disposal
- Disposal of hazardous waste
- Accidental ingestion or inhalation
- 7. Equipment Cleaning
- Inadequate cleaning leading to residue accumulation
- Exposure to detergent while cleaning equipment
- 8. Storage of Detergents
- Inadequate storage causing spills
- Access by unauthorised personnel
- 9. Equipment Inspection
- Equipment malfunction
- Exposure to residual detergent during inspection
- 10. Emergency Respose Training
- Insufficient knowledge on handling emergencies
- Exposure to detergent during drills
- 11. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Use
- Inadequate protection
- Improper use of PPE
- 12. Daily Health Check-Ups
- Delayed reaction to allergy
- Ignored symptoms
- 13. Regular Maintenance
- Exposure to dangerous residue during maintenance
- Faulty equipment
- 14. Employee Training
- Unawareness of hazards
- Insufficient knowledge on correct procedures
- 15. Safety Audits
- Lack of adherence to safety protocols
- Overlooking hazards during audits