Mould Remediation Risk Assessment

Product Overview

This risk assessment covers mould remediation activities including assessment, isolation, cleaning, removal of affected materials, decontamination and response to changing conditions. It supports planning and risk management by addressing airborne contaminants, damp conditions, chemicals, access, manual handling and waste hazards.

Activities & Risks Covered

This assessment addresses activities and risks including:

• Assess the mould extent, moisture damage, services, access and work scope before starting
• Coordinate the work area with occupants, contractors and building management
• Isolate the remediation area and protect adjacent areas from spores and contaminated dust
• Manage ventilation and minimise airborne mould spores, dust and aerosols
• Use cleaning chemicals safely during mixing, decanting, application and storage
• Remove mould-affected materials while managing lifting, damaged materials and tight accessways
• Check and use tools, plant and electrical equipment safely in damp conditions
• Manage work at height and access to ceiling or concealed spaces
• Contain, bag, transport and dispose of mould-affected waste and chemical residues
• Manage worker hygiene, PPE condition and potential health effects from exposure
• Prepare for chemical spills, health reactions and unexpected changes in site conditions

Who is this for?

Suitable for contractors, workers, supervisors and businesses carrying out mould remediation.

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: Managing the work environment and facilities — 2. The work environment; p. 13.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: How to manage and control asbestos in the workplace — 2.1. What is involved in managing risks?; p. 12.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing the risk of fatigue at work — Provide sufficient breaks while at work; p. 30.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing electrical risks in the workplace — 2.1 Identifying the hazards; p. 14.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: First aid in the workplace — 3. First aid equipment, facilities and training; p. 12.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Hazardous manual tasks — 4.1 The hierarchy of control measures; p. 31.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: How to manage work health and safety risks — 5. Step 4 — How to review controls; p. 27.
• 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: Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination — 3. What is effective consultation?; p. 13.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work — 5. Controlling the risks; p. 29.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing risks of plant in the workplace — 4.1 Guarding plant; p. 39.

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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