GRASFM30 - W@H Risk Assessment Checklist

INSTRUCTIONS

This checklist is to be used as a reference by the Task Supervisorto assist in determining whether a structure or elevated work position is suitable to access and work on. A copy of this document must be held by the Team Supervisor whilst on site andmaintained/filed for future reference. The Risk Assessment should be performed prior to undertaking Work at Heights and recorded in the site Log. Email or return copy to GRA.
Scope of Activity
If an issue is identified –implement controls to minimise risk
DO NOT COMMENCE WORK UNTIL ISSUES ARE RESOLVED.
Contact GRA 03 9551 0465
Supervisor notified of arrival on site and confirm WAH requirement?
Confirm persons are competent to perform WAH, operate EWP, Crane?
Confirm EME / RF hazards have been identified and are adequately controlled?
Establish necessary emergency / retrieval provisions?
Hazard (table example)
Hazards
General site access hazards
Inclement weather conditions: High winds
Inclement weather conditions: Poor visibility
Unprotected edge within 3mt
LAD-SAF tagged and in service?
EME / RF radiation?
AC cooling towers
Electrical / overhead power
Brittle / fragile roof area
Structural damage or deteriorated access
Slippery surface
Fumes and/or gases
Birds / Insects
NOTE: Report any hazards or problems associated with the site on a “Site Problem / Hazard Notification Form”
Issues for Review
Public exclusion zones required and established
Safety signage established
First Aid Kit readily available
Tower Rescue kit positioned ready for deployment
Personal fall protection equipment inspected
Tools and Equipment secured prior to ascent
Hardhat (w/-chinstrap)
Confirm maintenance logs of W@H Plant: Crane / EWP
Communications suitable and tested (on site and emergency contact)
Pre-Start Meeting/SWMS review Carried Out
All staff aware of tasks, associated hazards andrequired controls
Re-order Initials Weight Operations
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