The control strategies for managing the risk inherent in vehicle operations are based on the usual basic health and safety management principles: Eliminate the hazard. Create a safe place. Create a safe person. The starting point is a risk assessment. Risk Assessment A risk assessment covering the vehicle operations in a workplace would Identify the … Read more
The Top 10 Rooftop Safety Hazards Roof Stability– Is the roof strong enough to support the weight of a human. Are the trusses intact? Will the roof bow on a hot day? Check the underlayment before going onto the roof. Ladder Security & Placement– Is the ladder secure and at a 4:1 angle, are the … Read more
Carrying out risk assessments, preparing and implementing a safety statement and keeping both up to date will not in themselves prevent accidents and ill health but they will play a crucial part in reducing their likelihood. The aim is to make sure that no one gets hurt or becomes ill. Accidents and ill health can … Read more
What is Risk Assessment and Safety Statement WHAT IS A RISK ASSESSMENT? Section 19 of the Safety, Health, and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 requires that employers and those who control workplaces to any extent must: Identify the hazards in the workplaces under their control Assess the risks presented by these hazards In this context, … Read more
Five Steps of Risk Assessment A risk assessment is an important step in protecting your workers and your business, as well as complying with the law. It helps you focus on the risks that really matter in your workplace – the ones with the potential to cause real harm. In many instances, straightforward measures can … Read more