Lead Paint Removal Management Risk Assessment

Product Overview

This risk assessment covers management of lead paint removal work, including planning, consultation, identification of hazards and control arrangements. It supports risk management by documenting responsibilities, monitoring, hygiene, equipment, contractor and emergency considerations.

Activities & Risks Covered

This assessment addresses activities and risks including:

• Set lead paint removal management responsibilities and resources
• Consult workers about lead exposure risks and work changes
• Identify lead-containing coatings, chemical information and contaminants
• Plan controlled lead work areas, access arrangements and safer methods
• Provide lead-specific instruction for workers and contractors
• Plan exposure and health monitoring for lead risk work
• Manage PPE, hygiene facilities and contaminated items
• Inspect and maintain dust-control equipment, tools and work areas
• Check contractor capability and procurement arrangements
• Prepare emergency arrangements, keep records and review outcomes

Who is this for?

For contractors, workers, supervisors and businesses involved in lead paint removal management activities.

Activities & Hazards Covered

Legislation & References

The template records model guidance used to inform the documented controls. Applicable WHS/OHS laws and adopted Codes vary by state or territory, so confirm the current local requirements when tailoring the assessment:

• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks — 3. Step 2 — How to assess risks; p. 15.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing risks of hazardous chemicals in the workplace — 2.2 Safety Data Sheets (SDS); p. 16.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Construction work — 6.2 Workplace specific induction training; p. 41.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing the work environment and facilities — 1.2 Managing risks associated with the work environment and facilities; p. 12.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination — 3. What is effective consultation?; p. 13.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing risks of plant in the workplace — Assessing plant risks — work practices and procedures; p. 20.

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Standard Risk Assessment Features (Click to Expand)

• Activity-specific hazard identification and control measures
• Initial and residual risk ratings
• Assigned responsible persons for each activity
• Risk matrix and assessment classification
• Review, monitoring and sign-off fields
• Site-specific customisation before use