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The Understanding Load Distribution Principles Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Slips
- trips
- Manual handling injuries
- 2. Equipment setup
- Equipment malfunction
- Electrical hazards
- 3. Load Analysis
- Incorrect load calculation
- Misjudged weight distribution
- 4. Load Distribution Planning
- Inadequate planning
- Failure to account for all factors
- 5. Implementing Distribution Plan
- Unforeseen complications
- Mechanical failure
- 6. Load Lifting
- Crane or lifting device failure
- Falling objects
- 7. Load Transport
- Unstable load
- Transport equipment failure
- 8. Unloading
- Falling loads
- Manual handling injuries
- 9. Equipment dismantling
- Equipment malfunction
- Improper dismantling process
- 10. Review
- Missed hazards
- Insufficient procedures
- 11. Training
- Insufficient training
- Miscommunication
- 12. Monitoring & Maintenance
- Wear and tear
- Machinery malfunction
- 13. Accident Response Readiness
- Delay in emergency response
- Inadequate first aid provisions
- 14. Process Improvement
- Repeat mistakes
- Non-compliance with standards
- 15. Documentation
- Missing or inaccurate information
- Non-compliance with regulatory requirements
- 16. Load Re-Distribution: Regular Checks & Adjustments
- Unbalanced load
- Equipment strain
- 17. Load Re-Distribution: Responding To Issues And Challenges
- Insufficient adjustment
- Incorrect method
- 18. Completion And Cleanup: De-distribution Of Load
- Manual handling injuries
- Unplanned equipment movement
- 19. Completion And Cleanup: Equipment Storage
- Inadequate storage conditions
- Tripping hazards
- 20. Reviewing And Updating Procedures
- Non-compliance with standards
- Repeat incidents