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The Mulching Large Areas Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Trip hazards
- Incorrect manual handling
- 2. Equipment Check
- Faulty equipment
- No protection equipment
- 3. Load Mulch
- Fall from height
- Incorrect lifting techniques
- 4. Transfer to Work Area
- Collisions with objects or personnel
- Slippery surfaces
- 5. Unload Mulch
- Struck by moving object
- Falls during unloading
- 6. Spread Mulch
- Overexertion
- Contact with hazardous substances
- 7. Rake/Smooth mulch
- Manual Handling Injuries
- Dust Inhalation
- 8. Water Mulched Areas
- Wet/slippery surfaces
- Excessive Noise
- 9. Clean-up around Work Area
- Trips and falls
- Exposure to biohazards
- 10. Dispose of Waste Properly
- Injury due to incorrect waste disposal
- Exposure to biohazards
- 11. Store Tools Securely
- Injuries due to incorrect storing of tools
- Tripping over stored items
- 12. Maintain Regular Checks
- Failure to identify potential hazards
- Accidents due to outdated equipment
- 13. Training Personnel
- Untrained staff causing accidents
- Improper use of equipment
- 14. Report any Unusual Observations
- Miscommunication
- No reports leading to future mishaps
- 15. Follow-up Checks and Maintenance
- Negligence leading to accidents
- Poor maintenance of equipment