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The Planting Shrubs In Landscaped Areas Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Overexertion
- Slips/Trips/Falls
- Sunburn
- 2. Site Analysis
- Allergic Reaction to Plants/Shrubs
- Misjudgment of Area
- 3. Tool Selection
- Incorrect Use of Tools
- Tool Malfunction
- 4. Shrub Selection
- Plant Allergies
- Lifting Heavy Objects
- 5. Digging Process
- Back Strain
- Hitting Underground Services
- 6. Planting Shrubs
- Cuts from Shrub Thorns
- Bending/Postural Problems
- 7. Watering Shrubs
- Overwatering leading to Slippery Surface
- Electrical Issues with Water Supply
- 8. Fertilising Shrubs
- Chemical Exposure
- Improper Usage of Fertiliser
- 9. Mulching
- Risk of Injury from Mulcher
- Dust Inhalation
- 10. Pruning Shrubs
- Cuts/Scratches from Shrubs
- Eye Injuries
- 11. Pesticide Application
- Chemical Exposure
- Pesticide Misuse
- 12. Cleaning Up
- Slips/Trips/Falls
- Improper Waste Disposal
- 13. Maintenance Check
- Overlooked Damages
- Lack of Proper Inspection
- 14. Equipment Storage
- Incorrect Storage Leading to Damage
- Physical Exertion
- 15. Post Job Review
- Lack of Proper Feedback
- Overlooking Future Risk Factors
- 16. Training New Staff
- Inadequate Training
- Misjudgment in Handling Equipment
- 17. Regular Supervision
- Inadequate Supervision Leading to Risks
- Ignoring Staff Feedback
- 18. Establishing Safety Measures
- Insufficient Safety Guidelines
- Failure to Adhere Safety Measures
- 19. Emergency Procedures
- Insufficient/Undefined Emergency Procedures
- Panic During Emergencies
- 20. Evaluating Work Health & Safety System
- System Not Meeting WH&S Standards
- Ignorance of System Failures