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The Mixing Adhesives And Other Tile Fixing Materials Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Slips
- trips and falls due to messy work area
- Exposure to dust and dirt
- 2. Material Gathering
- Heavy object lifting injuries
- Cut and pinch hazards from sharp objects
- 3. Mixture Preparation
- Skin burns from unsafe handling of chemicals
- Inhalation or ingestion of harmful fumes
- 4. Application Process
- Chemical spills potentially causing skin and eye irritation
- Prolonged exposure to adhesive fumes
- 5. Tile Laying
- Muscle strain due to repetitive movement
- Sharp edges inflicting cuts
- 6. Grouting & Finishing
- Eye damage risks from dust particles
- Chemical contact with unprotected skin
- 7. Clean-up
- Working with sharp tools leading to potential injuries
- Inappropriate disposal of hazardous waste
- 8. Equipment Maintenance
- Electrical shock from faulty equipment
- Cuts or lacerations from sharp tools
- 9. Inventory Check
- Heavy lifting causing strains and sprains
- Fall hazard when climbing to reach objects
- 10. Waste Disposal
- Cut injuries from improperly discarded materials
- Exposure to toxic waste
- 11. Adhesive Setting
- Tripping over unattended materials
- Risk of inhaling curing fumes
- 12. Spot checks
- Risk of errors due to inadequate lighting
- Repetitive strain injury from detailed work
- 13. Fixing Errors
- Use of power tools leading to hearing damage
- Slips and falls caused by wet surfaces
- 14. Final Inspection
- Risk of falls from use of ladders
- Muscle strain from prolonged standing
- 15. Reporting & Documentation
- Eye strain due to prolonged screen exposure
- Incorrect postures causing musculoskeletal issues
- 16. Close Out
- Tripping over unsecured materials during packing
- Exposure to dust and allergens while cleaning
- 17. Transportation of Equipment & Materials
- Falls from height during loading/unloading
- Strains or injuries due to improper lifting techniques
- 18. Storage
- Incorrect storage leading to chemical leaks
- Heavy lifting leading to physical injuries
- 19. Debriefing
- Fatigue and stress leading to decreased attention
- Slips and trips in confined spaces
- 20. Reviewing Work Procedures
- Muscle strains due to improper postures
- Eye strain from computer use