Hazards Inspected Risk Assessment Description of Risk Control Measures Cons Like Risk Level IMPACT AND CUTTING INJURIES Can anyone be crushed/cut/struck etc. due to: Materials could fall from the tines of the forklift or pallet whilst in operation if not appropriately secured. Forklift could rollover if the load is unbalanced, operated on an uneven surface or traversing a slope. The mobility of the forklift poses a significant risk to pedestrians and property. Use of inappropriate parts could lead to mechanical failure. Operator error (e.g. poor visibility, fatigue etc.) Ensure only licensed persons operate the forklift and have been trained in any Safe Work Procedures (SWP). Ensure the forklift is only operated on appropriate surfaces (i.e. level ground) and a seatbelt is worn at all times. Ensure the load is within the forklifts lifting capacity and is appropriately secured before lifting and moving. Ensure the forklift is serviced or repaired by a qualified person and only manufacturer recommended parts and accessories are used. Ensure appropriate traffic Material falling off the plant? Y N Major Possible High Uncontrolled/unexpected movement of plant/load? Y N Major Rare Medium Lack of capacity to slow, stop or immobilise plant? Y N Severe Rare Medium The plant tipping or rolling over? Y N Severe Rare Medium Parts of the plant disintegrating or collapsing? Y N Severe Rare Medium Contact with moving parts during testing, inspection, operation, maintenance, cleaning or repair? Y N Major Rare Medium Being thrown off or under the plant? Y N Severe Rare Medium Contact with sharp or flying objects? (e.g. work pieces being ejected) Y N The mobility of the plant? Y N Severe Rare Medium Inappropriate parts and accessories being used? Y N Severe Rare Medium
Cons Like Risk Level SLIPS/TRIPS/FALLS Can anyone using the plant, or in the vicinity of the plant, slip, trip or fall due to: Access and egress to the forklift could pose a risk of slip, trip or fall. Poor housekeeping could result in a slip, trip or fall hazard. Ensure operator wears slip resistant footwear to reduce risk of slips/falls. Ensure operator maintains three points of contact when accessing or exiting the vehicle. Ensure good housekeeping practices are maintained throughout the work area. Uneven, slippery or steep work surfaces? Y N Major Rare Medium Poor housekeeping, e.g. spillage in the vicinity? Y N Moderate Possible Medium Obstacles being placed in the vicinity of the plant? Y N Moderate Possible Medium Inappropriate or poorly maintained floor or walking surfaces (i.e. lack of a surface, unprotected holes, penetrations or gaps?) Y N Major Rare Medium If operating or maintaining plant at height can anyone slip, trip or fall due to: Use of work platforms, stairs or ladders? Y N Lack of guardrails or other suitable edge protection? Y N Other Y N Hazards Inspected Risk Assessment Description of Risk Control Measures Cons Like Risk Level FIRE AND EXPLOSION Can anyone be injured by fire? Y N
Consequence - Evaluate the consequences of a risk occurring according to the ratings in the top row 3. Risk level - Calculate the level of risk by finding the intersection between the likelihood and the consequences Likelihood - Evaluate the likelihood of an incident occurring according to the ratings in the left hand column 4. Risk Level/Rating and Actions