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The Lowering And Raising The Landing Gear On Semi-Trailers Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Inadequate training
- Incorrect techniques
- 2. Inspecting Equipment
- Faulty gears
- Unforeseen mechanical issues
- 3. Positioning Trailer
- Poor hand-eye coordination
- Slip or fall incidents
- 4. Engaging Landing Gear
- Unexpected equipment start
- Crushing injuries
- 5. Lowering/Raising Gear
- Overexertion
- Struck by moving equipment
- 6. Removing Safety Locks
- Improper handling
- Cutting/Pinching injuries
- 7. Checking Gear Position
- Slip or trip hazards
- Moving parts injury
- 8. Testing Brake Systems
- Mechanical faults
- Sudden trailer movements
- 9. Disconnecting Trailer
- Incorrect disconnection
- Hit by moving parts
- 10. Reconnecting Trailer
- Lack of procedure
- Connection errors
- 11. Adjusting Gear Height
- Incorrect adjustment process
- Tripping over gear legs
- 12. Final Inspection
- Overlooking damages
- Inadequate inspection techniques
- 13. Restoring Equipment to Original Position
- Unauthorised use
- Ignorance of procedures
- 14. Gear Maintenance
- Improper handling of tools
- Neglecting the manufacturer's instructions
- 15. Regular Review and assessment
- Miscommunication
- Compliance issues
- 16. Logging activities
- Failure to document necessary information
- Inaccurate record keeping
- 17. Reporting Hazards
- Inadequate reporting system
- Neglecting to report threats
- 18. First Aid and Emergency Plans
- Insufficient first aid skills
- Lack of emergency response plan
- 19. End of Shift Checks
- Fatigue
- Missing critical checks
- 20. Equipment Cleaning
- Exposure to harmful chemicals
- Slippery surface from cleaning fluids