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The Preventing Falls Into Openings Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Tripping over equipment
- Incorrect lifting techniques
- 2. Barrier Placement
- Improper placement leading to gaps
- Poor visibility of barriers in low light conditions
- 3. Inspection of Open Area
- Natural elements (rain
- wind)
- Hand-contact with sharp objects
- 4. Tool Usage
- Incorrect tool usage
- Defective tools
- 5. Opening Measurement
- Falling objects
- Improper use of measurement equipment
- 6. Securing the Area
- Uneven surfaces around opening
- Poor lighting conditions
- 7. Open Area Maintenance
- Unattended open areas
- Equipment malfunction
- 8. Regular Monitoring
- Distracted workers
- Unreported hazards
- 9. Emergency Plans
- Inadequate safety protocols
- Delayed response times
- 10. Debris Removal
- Slips and trips
- Poor disposal
- 11. Post-Operation Cleanup
- Unsecured tools and materials
- leftover debris
- 12. Barrier Removal
- Improper lifting techniques
- Overstrained muscles
- 13. Final Walkthrough
- Missed hazards
- Inadequate checking procedures
- 14. Report Submission
- Miscommunication of reported issues
- Delay in actions due to slow reporting
- 15. End of Day Review
- Fatigue climbing up or down access areas
- Overlooked hazard signs