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The Lay New Roofing Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Mishandling tools
- Slips
- trips and falls
- 2. Site Setup
- Unsecured materials
- Falling debris
- 3. Accessing Roof
- Falls from height
- Unstable roof fixtures
- 4. Removing old roofing
- Asbestos exposure
- Sharp objects
- 5. Cleaning up
- Risk of lacerations
- Overexertion
- Dust inhalation
- 6. Measure & cut new roofing
- Incorrect measurements
- Hand tool injuries
- 7. Installing underlayment
- Heat stroke
- Slippery surfaces
- 8. Laying shingles
- Nail gun misfires
- Falls from height
- 9. Trimming & fitting
- Risk of lacerations
- Incorrect fitting
- 10. Installing flashing
- Electrocution hazards
- Snag hazard
- 11. Sealing roof
- Chemical burns or Toxic fumes
- 12. Cleanup & waste disposal
- Trips over debris
- Hazardous substance spills
- 13. Inspection & maintenance
- Overlooking flaws
- Limited access
- 14. Final Inspection
- Missed defects
- Ineffective work
- 15. Job completion & sign off
- Non-completion of tasks
- Failure to follow procedures