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The Removal Or Disturbance Of Lead-Based Paint Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Inaccurate identification of lead-based paint
- Inappropriate tools for removal
- Absence of personal protective equipment(PPE)
- 2. Isolation of Work Area
- Lead dust dispersion
- Exposure to bystanders
- Cross-contamination
- 3. Conduct Risk Assessment and Equipment check
- Inadequate training
- Failure to detect faulty equipment
- Overlooked risks
- 4. Don Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Wrong size PPE
- Non-Compliance with PPE use
- Unserviced or old PPE
- 5. Begin Removal Process
- Inhalation of lead particles
- Generation of sparks leading to fire risk
- Accidental property damage.
- 6. Safe Disposal of Lead Waste
- Improper waste segregation
- Accidental spillage or leakage
- Injury due to wrong disposal techniques
- 7. Decontamination of Worksite
- Inefficient cleaning leading to residual lead dust
- Re-contamination due to improper procedures
- Mishandling of contaminated materials/equipment.
- 8. Post-Removal Inspection
- Missed spots of lead paint
- Health risk from residual particles
- Weak post-inspection records
- 9. Report Completion
- Inaccurate documentation
- Miscommunication of residual risks
- 10. Emergency Procedures
- Insufficient training in handling emergencies
- Delayed response
- Lack of appropriate first aid facilities
- 11. Periodic Maintenance Checks
- Unreported wear and tear
- Unauthorized modifications to infrastructure
- Complacency in following safety protocols
- 12. Staff Training & Induction
- Rapid changes to standard procedures
- Unfamiliarity with new equipment
- Decentralised training records
- 13. Regular Equipment Servicing
- Failure to timely service equipment
- Inadequate understanding of equipment maintenance requirements
- Illegible service logs
- 14. Regular Health Screening for Workers
- Undetected health issues
- Negligence in submitting for regular screenings
- 15. Update Safety Protocols
- Inadequate understanding of updated protocols
- Resistance from staff in adopting new safety measures