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The Pushing Or Pulling Heavy Objects Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Poor manual handling
- Lack of appropriate equipment
- 2. Assess task
- Incorrectly estimated weight or dimensions
- Inadequate training
- 3. Equipment selection
- Use of inappropriate equipment
- Equipment failure
- 4. Positioning of Object
- Tripping hazards
- Pinch-points
- 5. Team gathering
- Miscommunication
- Inadequate strength or fitness levels
- 6. Initial Push/Pull
- Excessive force
- Strains or sprains
- Slips and falls
- 7. Continued Movement
- Fatigue
- Unexpected obstruction
- Speed control issues
- 8. Maneuvering
- Collisions
- Tip-over incidents
- Misjudged distances or angles
- 9. Parking the load
- Improper placement
- Unstable surfaces
- 10. Re-assessment of Task
- Changes in work conditions
- Fatigue setting in
- 11. Rest Periods
- Insufficient recovery time
- omissions due to time pressure
- 12. Dealing with obstacles
- Route obstructions
- Inadequate clearing procedure
- 13. Completion of Task
- Improper handling at end of task
- Ignoring potential issues due to rush
- 14. Clean Up
- Inadequate waste disposal
- Tripping hazards from discarded materials
- 15. Reporting & Documentation
- Non-reporting of incidents
- Inaccurate record keeping
- 16. Review and Improve
- Non-compliance with modifications
- Ignoring feedback from staff
- 17. Training & Reinforcement
- Non-adherence to training schedules
- Taking shortcuts due to familiarity
- 18. Incident Response Planning
- Inadequate first aid resources
- Lack of familiarity with emergency procedures
- 19. Equipment Maintenance & Inspection
- Using worn-out equipment
- Non-reporting of defects
- 20. Audit and Policy Compliance
- Non-compliance with regulations
- Inadequate inspection frequency