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The Operating In Poor Visibility Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Incorrect information
- Inadequate lighting
- 2. Assessment Of Environment
- Poor visibility conditions
- Hasty decision making
- 3. Utilisation Of Equipment
- Equipment Failure
- Operator Error
- 4. Use Of Safety Gear
- Inappropriate use of safety gear
- Ill-fitting safety gear
- 5. Communication Procedures
- Miscommunication
- Lack of proper signals
- 6. Nearby Traffic Awareness
- Accidental collision
- Speeding vehicles
- 7. Emergency Planning
- Inadequate emergency response
- lack of emergency equipment
- 8. Implementing Visibility Aids
- Improper placement
- Inadequate maintenance of aids
- 9. Awareness Of Weather Changes
- Rapid weather changes
- Insufficient forecasting knowledge
- 10. Limiting Operation During Low Visibility
- Overlooking Low visibility warnings
- Vigilance Failure
- 11. Regular Breaks To Prevent Fatigue
- Overworking
- Ignoring fatigue signs
- 12. Safe Driving Practices
- Reckless driving
- Ignoring traffic rules
- 13. Familiarisation With Area of Operation
- Lack of knowledge about area
- Running into obstructions
- 14. Review And Update Of Safe Work Procedures
- Not updating procedures
- Ignoring review feedback
- 15. Post Operation Reporting & Evaluation
- Non-compliance to reporting
- Missing out critical evaluation
- 16. Constant Monitoring Of Visibility Conditions
- Ignorance of changing visibility conditions
- Negligence
- 17. Use of Advanced Technology For Visibility
- Poor knowledge of equipment use
- Misuse of technology
- 18. Regular Equipment Maintenance
- Laxity in maintenance schedule
- Usage of worn-out equipment
- 19. Encouraging Open Communication
- Fear of reprimand
- Lack of trust in colleagues
- 20. Professional Development Training
- Insufficient training provisions
- Lack of motivation for learning