risk. the risk involves work in progress, urgent action should be taken. Stop Work should not be started or continued until the risk has been reduced. If it is not possible to reduce risk even with unlimited resources, work must remain prohibited. Sailing Activities (General – see also the WYC RTC RA for sail training activities) All activities whilst afloat Dated assessed - 01/06/2014 Action and Review Hazard Who may be harmed and how Current Control Measures Risk Rating Comments or Recommendations for Additional Controls Action Required Responsible Person/ Committee Required Completion date /Date Completed Drowning Club Sailors The wearing of CE50 Newton personal floatation device & appropriate clothing b. Individual responsibility and awareness for assessing own competency in relations to prevailing conditions c. Individual responsibility for sea-worthiness of boats Low Sailing Committee Hypothermia Club Sailors a. Individual responsibility to assess the prevailing Low Sailing Committee
sailing school students whilst close to shore Dinghy Racing Dated assessed - 01/06/2014 Action and Review Hazard Who may be harmed and how Current Control Measures Risk Rating Comments or Recommendations for Additional Controls Action Required Responsible Person/ Committee Required Completion date /Date Completed All hazards in Section1 Club Sailors As in Section6.1.1 PLUS a. Wearing of CE50 Newton personal floatation device mandatory when racing b. Provision of appropriately equipped patrol boats with trained crews c. No racing organised in coldest months Low Sailing Committee Collision whilst racing leading to either injury or boat damage Club Sailors a. Individual responsibility to assess the prevailing conditions and to wear appropriate clothing Medium Sailing Committee
Death from cold shock Club Sailors a. Individual responsibility to assess the prevailing conditions and to wear appropriate clothing Low Sailing Committee Serious injury whilst afloat (no boat involved) Club Sailors a. Individual responsibility and awareness for assessing own competency in relations to prevailing conditions b. Individual responsibility for sea-worthiness of Low Sailing Committee Collision whilst afloat leading to either injury or boat damage Club Sailors a. Individual responsibility and awareness for assessing own competency in relations to prevailing conditions b. Individual responsibility to keep a proper lookout and to take appropriate avoiding action Medium Sailing Committee Risk of injury to water users Club Sailors and public Individual responsibility to watch out for other water users, particularly swimmers, canoers, and sailing school students whilst close to shore Low Sailing Committee
Free Sailing (including Dinghy Cruising) Dated assessed - 01/06/2014 Action and Review Hazard Who may be harmed and how Current Control Measures Risk Rating Comments or Recommendations for Additional Controls Action Required Responsible Person/ Committee Required Completion date /Date Completed All hazards in Section1 above Club Sailors As in Section 6.1.1 above PLUS a. Individual responsibility to let someone know of your intentions. b. Individual responsibility to ensure that there is adequate means to raise the alarm from the sea. c. Individual responsibility to ensure boat has appropriate equipment Follow the “Safety Advice For Free Sailing” in appendix C Medium Sailing Committee Collision whilst racing leading to either injury Club Sailors a. Individual responsibility to assess the prevailing conditions and to wear appropriate clothing Medium Sailing Committee
or boat damage Death from cold shock Club Sailors a. Individual responsibility to assess the prevailing conditions and to wear appropriate clothing Low Sailing Committee Serious injury whilst afloat (no boat involved) Club Sailors a. Individual responsibility and awareness for assessing own competency in relations to prevailing conditions b. Individual responsibility for sea-worthiness of boats Low Sailing Committee Collision whilst afloat leading to either injury or boat damage Club Sailors a. Individual responsibility and awareness for assessing own competency in relations to prevailing conditions b. Individual responsibility to keep a proper lookout and to take appropriate avoiding action Medium Sailing Committee Risk of injury to other water users Club Sailors and public Individual responsibility to watch out for other water users, particularly swimmers, canoers, and sailing school students whilst close to shore Low Sailing Committee
Windsurfing Dated assessed - 01/06/2014 Action and Review Hazard Who may be harmed and how Current Control Measures Risk Rating Comments or Recommendations for Additional Controls Action Required Responsible Person/ Committee Required Completion date /Date Completed All hazards in Section1&3 above Club Sailors As in Sections 6.1.1 and 6.1.3 PLUS a. Wearing of a CE50 Newton personal floatation device is mandatory for those aged under 18 years Low Sailing Patrol Craft & Committee Boat assessed - 01/06/2014 Action and Review Hazard Who may be harmed and how Current Control Measures Risk Rating Comments or Recommendations for Additional Controls Action Required Responsible Person/ Committee Required Completion date /Date Completed All hazards in Section 1 above Plus Club Sailors Rescue Boat drivers As in Sections 6.1.1 and 6.1.3 PLUS Personal Floatation Devices must conform to RYA guidelines and Low Sailing Committee
Injury caused whilst laying or recovering marks Club Sailors Rescue Boat drivers And Race Management a. Appropriate patrol boat crew training b. Appropriate serviceable equipment available Low Sailing Committee Injury caused whilst laying or recovering committee boat anchor(s) Club Sailors Rescue Boat drivers And Race Management a. Adequate trained manpower to be available b. Use of winch if required Medium Sailing Committee Shore side Risks side Risks Dated assessed - 01/06/2014 Action and Review Hazard Who may be harmed and how Current Control Measures Risk Rating Comments or Recommendations for Additional Controls Action Required Responsible Person/ Committee Required Completion date /Date Completed Tripping, falling on ramp Club Sailors Rescue Boat drivers, Race Management and Public a. Keep ramp clear of weed b. Careful stacking of trolleys Low Sailing Committee
c. Boat parking in authorised allocated spaces only. Tripping, falling on beach Club Sailors Rescue Boat drivers, Race Management and Public . Keep clear of debris Careful stacking of trolleys Boat parking in authorised allocated spaces only. Low Sailing Committee Injury during launch and recovery of member's boats Club Sailors Rescue Boat drivers, Race Management and Public • Individual responsibility for assessing skills/ability levels in relation to conditions. • Individual responsibility to be aware of others. Low Injury when launching and recovering club patrol boats Club Sailors Rescue Boat drivers, Race Management and Public • Dumper truck only used by authorised driver • Banksman to be used at all times • Briefing and training of those involved • Boat parking in authorised allocated spaces only. Low Sailing Committee
Injury when rigging or moving boats around WYC property Club Sailors Rescue Boat drivers, Race Management and Public • Individual responsibility to be aware of others (especially general public on sea wall and ramp) • Individual responsibility for security of boats (especially vulnerable when left with sails up) • Appropriate handling of windsurfing rigs whilst ashore. Medium Sailing Committee Launching and retrieving of rescue and support boats for club use Dated assessed - 13/07/2014 Action and Review Hazard Who may be harmed and how Current Control Measures Risk Rating Comments or Recommendations for Additional Controls Action Required Responsible Person/ Committee Required Completion date /Date Completed Vehicle movement (General) Contact with moving vehicles Patrol Boat Crew & Public – Major injuries – potential fatality All drivers must have read the Operators Manual Club rules for vehicle movements adhered to. Visibility of banksman enhanced where required by provision of high viz waistcoat. Low Club instructions to keep area at end of Catamaran parking to be clear of trailers or vehicles during launch and recovery of Rescue and Support boats Sailing Committee
People kept away from moving vehicles, particularly when reversing Reversing Trapping Patrol Boat Crew & Public – Major injuries – potential fatality When reversing up to – banksman standing to one side (in line of sight of driver) Driver must be aware of presence of banksman and to take instruction from them Low Sailing Committee Vehicle movement Contact between vehicle and fixed structures Major vehicle and property damage Inspection of routes before vehicle movement, in particular to identify any obstructions including corners with limited turning circles Low Tests to be done with reversing sensor Sailing Committee Launching Boats Trapping Patrol Boat Crew & Public – Major injuries – potential fatality Rescue Boat shall not be released from winch until boat is at water’s edge, No access to trailer until tow Vehicles driver has indicated the Vehicle is ready Medium Sailing Committee
Launching Boats Trapping between steering point Patrol Boat Crew & Public – Major injuries – potential fatality Tow Vehicle not move until Banksman has checked steering point is clear Low Sailing Committee Launching and retrieving Falling from Patrol Boat Patrol Boat Crew- Minor injuries Rescue Boat crew shall indicate that they are to leave boat and will not do so until tow vehicle indicates he is ready and the two vehicle is parked Club Buildings including Race Hut Race Hut operation and access assessed - 01/06/2014 Action and Review Hazard Who may be harmed and how Current Control Measures Risk Rating Comments or Recommendations for Additional Controls Action Required Responsible Person/ Committee Required Completion date /Date Completed Main stairs at front of building Club Members Visitors No Current Control Measures High Close off all general access to the stairs apart from maintaining fire route. Required Completion Date 00/00/2014
Climbing and descending Tripping and falling from height access and to use the internal stairs Place chain at top and bottom access Date Completed 00/00/2014 Long term - Replace stairs House committee to budget and plan House Committee Required Completion Date 00/00/2014 Date Completed 00/00/2014 Handrails on roof area Club Members Visitors Staff falling from height No Current Control Measures High General access – place warning signs indicating potential hazard Place signs indicating fall hazard on handrail at top of fire stairs House Committee Required Completion Date 00/00/2014 Date Completed 00/00/2014 Restrict access for children to only went accompanied by an adult Place signage to indicating child to be accompanied by adult House Committee Required Completion Date 00/00/2014 Date Completed 00/00/2014 Long term – replace handrails including mesh Required Completion Date
or bar at lower level for children House committee to budget and plan 00/00/2014 Date Completed 00/00/2014 Access from roof to committee room Club Members Visitors Staff Trip hazard Control measures to be confirmed Medium Signs placed to indicate step and trip hazard. Place sign on outside to warn of trip hazard at access point Committee Required Completion Date 00/00/2014 Date Completed 00/00/2014 Short to medium temp - Temporary steps and landings created to give clear access House to plan and build a suitable temporary platform to give clear access House Committee Required Completion Date 00/00/2014 Date Completed 00/00/2014 Long term – design and build suitable access House committee to budget and plan House Committee Required Completion Date 00/00/2014 Date Completed 00/00/2014 Lighting on roof area Club Members Visitors Staff Trip hazard Adequate Emergency lighting provided Medium Lighting to be tested to confirm adequate for emergency access Scheduled lighting test to be actioned. House Committee Required Completion Date 00/00/2014 Date Completed
Kitchen and Tea Bar Dated assessed - 01/06/2014 Action and Review Hazard Who may be harmed and how Current Control Measures Risk Rating Comments or Recommendations for Additional Controls Action Required Responsible Person/ Committee Required Completion date /Date Completed Tripping and Slips Doorways (rain), spillages, uneven surfaces Staff and Club Members may be injured if they trip over objects, or slip on spillages, eg food or drink spilled/dropped on the floor. A Kitchen equipment is well maintained and any leaks are promptly reported B Drainage channels and drip trays are provided where spills are likely C Staff clean up spillages immediately and leave the floor dry D There are no trailing cables or obstructions in walkways E Steps are clearly highlighted Low Make sure all staff wear suitable footwear with a good grip Date to be entered Club Manager Manual handling Lifting and moving heavy objects or Staff risk injuries or back pain from handling heavy/bulky objects, eg trays of A Appropriate equipment is available to move heavy items and staff are trained to use it safely Low Remind staff that deliveries (except for stock that can be easily carried) should always Club Manager
objects that are difficult to grasp crockery or boxes of ingredients. B Ingredients are bought in package sizes that are light enough for easy handling wherever possible C Commonly used items and heavy goods are stored and are accessible at the appropriate height D The sink is at an appropriate height to prevent stooping be moved using the trolley Contact with heat Steam, hot water, hot oil and hot surfaces Staff may suffer scalds or burns when they are handling hot substances or come into contact with hot surfaces • Staff are trained how to handle hot oils and how to safely use, empty and clean the fryers • Water mixer taps are provided • Heat-resistant gloves, cloths and aprons are provided • All staff wear long sleeves • Staff know about the risks of steam Low Display ‘hot water’ signs at the sinks and ‘hot surface’ signs at the hot plates Club Manager Make sure pan-handles are in good condition Club Manager Make sure all are trained how to use the coffee machine safely Club Manager
Knives preparing food risk injuries from contact with blades. • Staff use the right knives for the job • Staff are trained in the safe use, maintenance and storage of knives Low Tell that they must only use suitable cutters for opening packages and must not use knives Club Manager Food handling risk skin irritation or dermatitis from frequent hand washing and some can develop skin allergies from handling certain foods. • Wherever possible and sensible, staff use tools (cutlery, tongs scoops etc) to handle food rather than their hands • Food grade, single use, non-latex gloves are used for tasks that can cause skin problems, eg salad washing, vegetable peeling and fish filleting handling cannot be avoided hands are rinsed promptly after finishing the task Low • Remind staff to thoroughly dry their hands after washing them Club Manager • Remind staff to check for dry, red or itchy skin on their hands Club Manager Contact with cleaning chemicals Bleach and washing chemicals Staff risk skin irritation or eye damage from direct contact with cleaning chemicals. Vapor from cleaning chemicals may cause breathing problems. • Where possible, cleaning products marked ‘irritant’ are avoided and milder alternatives are used instead • A dishwasher is used • Staff are shown how to use and store cleaning Low Same as actions above Club Manager
products safely, and never to transfer chemicals to an unmarked container • Mops, brushes and protective gloves are provided and used •Staff rinse gloves after using them and store them in a clean place Gas appliances Staff and customers could suffer serious/fatal injuries because of an explosion or release of gas. • Gas appliances, flues, pipe work and safety devices are serviced and maintained by a Gas Safe registered engineer as per manufacturer’s recommendations • Staff know where the main isolation tap is and how to safely turn off the supply in an emergency Low Contact Gas Safe engineer to fit suitable flame failure device on oven Electrical equipment and installation Kitchen equipment, fans, sockets Staff could get shocks or burns from faulty electrical equipment. Electrical faults can also lead to • and sockets etc are suitable for a kitchen environment • Residual current devices (RCDs) are installed on electricity supplies to and portable appliances Low Do regular tests of RCD trip buttons according to manufacturer’s instructions Club Manager
Machines risk serious injury from contact with dangerous/moving parts on machines • All new equipment is checked before first use to make sure that there are no obvious accessible dangerous moving parts • are trained how to assemble, operate and clean machines and to report any defective equipment • Any dangerous machinery parts are suitably guarded and are checked daily • Safety-critical repairs are carried out by competent person Low Remind staff to always switch off from power supply before cleaning or carrying out maintenance Club Manager Pressure systems Coffee machines, pressure fryers etc Staff and customers may suffer serious/fatal injury from explosion. • Equipment is examined by a qualified engineer Working at height Placing stock on high shelves Falls from any height can cause bruising and fractures. • Appropriate equipment, eg suitable ladder, is provided and staff are shown how to use it safely • Items used frequently are stored in an accessible area Low Check the condition of the ladder before use – look for signs of wear and tear Club Manager If there is a risk of anything falling that could injure someone, Club Manager
•Ladders only used for short duration jobs eg those taking less than 30 minutes make sure no-one comes into the area below the work. Workplace temperature Kitchen staff may suffer ill health in hot working conditions. • Fans and extractors are provided to control the air temperature Low Staff are encouraged to take rest breaks in cooler conditions when required Club Manager Risk of burns from deep fat fryer Kitchen Staff Risks of scalds and burns from frying food and removing food from the deep fat fryer. Risk of slipping due to oil spillages during the cooking and removal of food from the fryer. • Staff induction competence training • Staff issued with safety shoes. Personal Protective Clothing. • Wet floor signs to be used. Correct use of equipment for removing cooked food from the fryer onto clean racks • Fryers only to be turned on when in use and never left unattended. • Defects to be reported and fryer not to be used until repaired • Oil spillages to be cleaned up immediately Low
Step at walkway though to office corridor from wetroom Club Members and Staff - Trip hazard Hazard non-slip tape on edge Low Regular monitoring of markings, when worn with White Paint or other suitable markings on step 1/10/14 Club Manager House Committee Step in bar area though to end of building Club Members and Staff - Trip hazard Hazard non-slip tape on edge Low Regular monitoring of markings, renew when worn with White Paint or other suitable markings on step 1/10/14 Club Manager Shutter dividing bar and wetroom area Club Members and Staff Bar Staff to have clear view of shutter as it is closed. To do final check when closed Low All Staff to be trained in operation 1/10/14 Club Manager Shutter closing bar counter Club Members and -Crush Hazard Bar to check shutter area is clear before closing. Low All Staff to be trained in operation 1/10/14 Club Manager Basement and changing rooms Dated assessed – 12/08/2014 Action and Review Hazard Who may be harmed and how Current Control Measures Risk Rating Comments or Recommendations for Additional Controls Action Required Responsible Person/ Committee Required Completion date
/Date Completed Stairs to mens changing room and toilets Club Members and Staff - Trip hazard edge strips and mark edge of step in place medium Add check to Club Managers weekly check. On condition and replace or revive when required House Committee Mens Toilets Club Members and Staff - Slip Hazard Cleaning of on a daily basis low Install sign at entrance to toilet warning of slip hazard House Committee Mens Changing room and showers Club Members and Staff Cleaning floors on a daily basis low Install sign at entrance to toilet warning of slip hazard Committe Stairs to Ladies Changing and toilets Club Members and Staff Cleaning floors on a basis low Mark edge of steps with white paint or other suitable markings House Committee Outside including marquee area Dated assessed – 12/08/2014 Action and Review