Pool Fencing Glass and Aluminium Installation Risk Assessment

Product Overview

This risk assessment covers pool fencing glass and aluminium installation, from site set-up and material handling through to installation, inspection and clean-up. It supports planning by identifying hazards associated with the work and considering practical risk controls before and during the job.

Activities & Risks Covered

This assessment addresses activities and risks including:

• Plan site access, work areas and set-up conditions
• Unload, store and manage glass and aluminium materials
• Handle and position glass panels and fencing components
• Measure, mark, drill and fix into existing surfaces
• Cut or modify materials, including silica-containing products if encountered
• Prepare footings, excavations or core-drilled post locations where required
• Install posts, channels, gates and framed fencing sections
• Work near low-height edges, steps and uneven pool-area levels
• Use portable electrical tools, leads and charging equipment
• Inspect completed work, clean up and demobilise the site

Who is this for?

Suitable for contractors, workers, supervisors and businesses carrying out pool fencing glass and aluminium installation activities.

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: Hazardous manual tasks — 4.1 The hierarchy of control measures; p. 31.
• 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: Managing the work environment and facilities — 2. The work environment; p. 13.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Excavation work — 2.3. Controlling the risks; p. 17.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing the risk of falls at workplaces — 3.2 Identifying the hazards; p. 16.
• 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: How to manage work health and safety risks — 3. Step 2 — How to assess risks; p. 15.
• Model guidance: Model Code of Practice: Managing risks of plant in the workplace — Plant hazard identification — Traffic movements in the workplace; p. 17.

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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