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The Handling Pesticides And Other Chemicals Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Incorrect storage of chemicals
- Exposure to harmful substances
- 2. Chemical Mixing
- Inhalation of hazardous vapours
- Skin irritation or injury from contact
- 3. Chemical Application
- Inappropriate handling
- Accidental release
- Contact with skin or eyes
- 4. Equipment Utilisation
- Injury due to improper use of equipment
- Equipment failure
- 5. Spillage Management
- Slip and falls
- Chemical burns
- Environmental contamination
- 6. Restocking Supplies
- Heavy lifting injuries
- Incorrect storage resulting in spills or accidents
- 7. Clean-up Procedures
- Improper disposal of chemicals
- Direct contact with chemicals
- 8. Inspection & Maintenance
- Unseen faults or damages
- Potential chemical exposure
- 9. PPE Removal
- Contamination during removal
- Incorrect removal leading to exposure
- 10. Emergency Procedures Training
- Lack of knowledge on emergency protocol
- inefficiency during crisis
- 11. Manual Handling
- Muscle strains
- Repetitive stress injuries
- 12. Record Keeping
- Errors in documentation
- Chemical tracking inaccuracies
- 13. Proper Hygienic Practices
- Cross-contamination
- Residue exposure
- 14. Equipment Storage
- Accidents caused by improperly stored equipment
- Damage to gear
- 15. Long-Term Storage of Chemicals
- Degradation of chemicals
- Leakage or spills
- 16. Disposal of Chemicals
- Environmental contamination
- Direct contact with chemicals
- 17. Fire Safety Procedures
- Fire risks due to careless handling of chemicals
- Flammability of chemicals
- 18. Routine Safety Checks
- Overlooking hazards
- Failure in early problem detection
- 19. Training and Supervision
- Lack of skill/knowledge
- Infrequent Training
- 20. Noise Control Measures
- Hearing damage
- Communication interference