Topic: Health & safety
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Risk Assessments (177)
Method statement - providing temporary electrical installations on construction sitesBecause of the risks associated with electrical systems, e.g. electric shock, you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow. What to do?... Read more
05 Oct 2018
Method statement - use of a petrol-driven chainsawBecause of the risks associated with chainsaws, e.g. the blade, manual handling, falling trees etc., you must identify the safe systems of work that your staff should follow. What to do?If you're usi... Read more
05 Oct 2018
Risk assessment - use of stepladdersStepladder accidents may involve falling from height, resulting in serious injuries and even death.Managing the risksTo help you identify the hazards associated with stepladders and the appropriate ways of controll... Read more
23 Feb 2018
Risk assessment - using a non-integrated working platform on a forklift truckUsing a non-integrated working platform on a forklift truck can present risks to staff which, left unmanaged, could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side... Read more
24 Apr 2017
Risk assessment - working from a fixed scaffoldWork carried out from a fixed scaffold can present risks to staff which, left unmanaged, could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.Managing the risksTo help you identify ... Read more
24 Apr 2017
Risk assessment - safe use of pneumatic toolsUsing pneumatic tools can present risks to staff which, left unmanaged, could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.Managing the risksTo help you identify the hazards associa... Read more
17 Feb 2017
Risk assessment - loading and unloading of vehiclesThe loading and unloading of vehicles can present risks to staff which, left unmanaged, could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.Managing the risksTo help you identi... Read more
10 Feb 2017
Asbestos statement (for premises with no identified asbestos)If you are responsible for the repair and maintenance of your premises, then you have a "duty to manage asbestos", including making an assessment as to whether any is present or could be. The... Read more
22 Dec 2015
Process - safe system of work - inspecting metal extension laddersTo ensure that your staff follow prescribed safe systems of work, you should use a formal safe system of work. This document sets out how a ladder should be inspected. What to do?If yo... Read more
20 Jul 2012
Process - safe system of work - moving heavy objectsTo ensure that your staff follow prescribed safe systems of work, you should use a formal safe system of work. This document sets out safe methods of moving heavy objects. What to do?If you're moving... Read more
20 Jul 2012
