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The Performing Surface Treatments Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Slips
- trips and falls; hazardous chemicals handling
- 2. Cleaning the Surface
- Noise; exposure to dust particles
- 3. Selecting Appropriate Tools
- Inappropriate tool selection; manual handling
- 4. Applying Coatings
- Exposure to harmful fumes; misuse of equipment
- 5. Sanding Surface
- Vibration; noise
- 6. Applying Primer
- Hazardous chemicals handling; exposure to harmful fumes
- 7. Applying Final Coating
- Exposure to harmful fumes; misapplication
- 8. Drying / Curing Process
- Fire risks; hazardous chemicals handling
- 9. Inspection
- Poor lighting; inadequate tools
- 10. Packing and Storing
- Manual handling injuries; slips
- trips and falls
- 11. Maintenance Work
- Unplanned machine start up; energy hazards
- 12. Waste Disposal
- Sharp objects; hazardous waste handling
- 13. Emergency Procedures
- Inadequate training; lack of awareness
- 14. Training
- Knowledge gaps; lack of practice
- 15. Review and Update Procedures
- Failure to follow procedures; outdated information