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570QA items
161Safety items
110Permit precautions
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Risk Assessment
Hazards across 18 categories — falls, manual handling, plant, electrical, fire, confined spaces and more.
🪜Working at Height(11)
Falls from scaffolding
RA-WAH-001 · Who at risk: Operatives
Critical 20→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatal or life-changing injury from fall; crush injuries from scaffold component failure; multiple casualties if platform collapses.
Controls: Scaffolding erected and inspected by CISRS competent person. Scaffold tag system — green tag before use. Edge protection on all platforms (guard rails, mid rails, toe boards). Access via internal ladder system. Daily visual inspection by scaffold user.
Falls from ladders
RA-WAH-002 · Who at risk: Operatives
Critical 16→Medium 8
Consequences: Fatal or serious injury; fractures, head and spinal injuries; prolonged absence from work.
Controls: Ladders only for short duration access (<30 mins). 1:4 ratio, tied or footed. 3-rung overlap minimum. Industrial grade EN 131 ladders only. Pre-use inspection. Podium steps preferred where practicable.
Falls from MEWP / cherry picker
RA-WAH-003 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatal or serious injury from fall or platform collapse; ejection from basket; crush between platform and structure.
Controls: IPAF trained and licenced operators only. Daily pre-use checks. Harness worn and attached to designated anchor. Ground conditions assessed. Exclusion zone at base. Wind speed monitored — stand down above 28mph.
Falling objects from height
RA-WAH-004 · Who at risk: All site personnel
Critical 20→Medium 8
Consequences: Serious head injury or fatality to personnel below; property damage; injury to public if beyond site boundary.
Controls: Toe boards and brick guards on all scaffolding. Tool lanyards used at height. Exclusion zone below work area clearly signed. Fan protection on public-facing scaffolding. Hard hats mandatory in all drop zones.
Fragile roof/surface collapse
RA-WAH-005 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatal fall through fragile surface; serious injuries from fall height; potential injury to personnel below.
Controls: Fragile surfaces identified and signed. Crawling boards / stagings provided. No walking on unprotected fragile surfaces. Nets below where possible. Briefing given to all operatives. Permit to work on fragile surfaces.
Falls through openings / voids
RA-WAH-006 · Who at risk: All site personnel
Critical 20→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatal or serious injury from unguarded void; fractures, head and spinal injuries; secondary injuries if landing on materials below.
Controls: All openings covered with clearly marked, secured covers capable of supporting loads. Barriers around open edges. Warning signage displayed. Daily checks on covers. Night-time security of void covers.
Falls from flat roofs
RA-WAH-007 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatal or serious injury from fall off roof edge; fractures and head injuries; RIDDOR reportable.
Controls: Edge protection installed at all roof perimeters. Demarcation zones 2m from edge. Permit to work on roof. Harness and lanyard where edge protection impracticable. Weather monitoring — stand down in high winds/ice.
Falls from mobile scaffold tower
RA-WAH-008 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Low 4
Consequences: Serious injury or fatality from fall or tower overturning; fractures, head and spinal injuries.
Controls: PASMA trained erectors only. Erected to manufacturer instruction and TG20. Outriggers deployed on all towers. Brakes applied when stationary. Tower not to be moved with personnel on platform. Maximum height per manufacturer spec.
Falls from steelwork during erection
RA-WAH-009 · Who at risk: Steel erectors
Critical 20→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatal or serious injury during erection phase; falls from beam height; secondary injury from falling tools or components.
Controls: Detailed erection sequence and method statement. Safety nets below working level. Harness and lanyard with inertia reel to designated anchor points. MEWP for bolt-up where possible. No walking along beams without fall arrest.
Collapse of temporary access platform
RA-WAH-010 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Multiple injuries or fatalities from platform collapse under load; potential for multiple casualties.
Controls: Platform designed to support intended loads plus safety factor. Inspected before first use and at regular intervals. Components checked for damage. Load limits clearly displayed. Competent person to erect and inspect.
Falls during roof work — pitched roofs
RA-WAH-011 · Who at risk: Operatives
Critical 20→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatal or serious injury from fall down pitch; head and spinal injuries; fatality from fall to lower level below eaves.
Controls: Roof ladders and crawling boards provided. Eaves edge protection in place. Harness and lanyard for leading edge work. Netting below where feasible. No work in wet/icy conditions on pitched surfaces.
📦Manual Handling(8)
Musculoskeletal injury from lifting heavy materials
RA-MH-001 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Medium 6
Consequences: Back injury, muscle tears, long-term musculoskeletal disorder; chronic pain; lost time injury; potential permanent disability.
Controls: Manual handling assessment completed. Mechanical aids used where loads exceed 25kg (trolleys, hoists, vacuum lifters). Team lifts briefed and used. Loads split into manageable sizes. Operatives trained in safe lifting techniques.
Moving pipes, rolls or irregular shaped materials
RA-MH-002 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Medium 6
Consequences: Back and shoulder injury; crush injuries to fingers and hands from rolling materials; injury from dropped load.
Controls: Correct lifting aids provided (pipe trolleys, roller stands). Team lifts where needed. Route cleared and checked. PPE including rigger gloves. Materials stored at waist height where possible.
Repetitive strain from sustained postures
RA-MH-003 · Who at risk: Operatives
Medium 6→Low 4
Consequences: Chronic upper limb disorder; back pain; carpal tunnel syndrome; long-term disability and loss of earning capacity.
Controls: Task rotation to vary posture. Regular breaks enforced (minimum 10 mins per hour for repetitive tasks). Ergonomic tools where available. Anti-fatigue matting for standing tasks.
Moving boxed/packaged materials
RA-MH-004 · Who at risk: Operatives
Medium 9→Low 4
Consequences: Back injury and muscle strain; foot or toe crush if materials dropped; slips on unstable packaging.
Controls: Trolleys and pallet trucks provided. Delivery vehicles to have tail lifts. Storage areas at working height. Good housekeeping — clear routes. Team lifts for awkward/heavy boxes.
Carrying materials on stairs/slopes
RA-MH-005 · Who at risk: Operatives
Critical 16→Medium 6
Consequences: Fall on stairs leading to serious injury; back injury; foot injuries from dropped load; multiple injuries if load falls on others below.
Controls: Mechanical lifting preferred (hoist, crane). Stairs/slopes assessed for suitability. Handrails available. Materials moved in smaller loads. Good lighting. Non-slip surfaces.
Moving plasterboard / sheet materials
RA-MH-006 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Low 4
Consequences: Back and shoulder injury; eye and face laceration from sheet edges; crush injury if sheet falls; wind-catching causing loss of control.
Controls: Board lifter/trolley provided. Two-person carry minimum for full sheets. Edge protectors used. Wind conditions checked for external transport. Materials stored flat, not leaning.
Cable pulling / heavy cable drums
RA-MH-007 · Who at risk: Operatives, Electricians
Medium 9→Low 4
Consequences: Back and shoulder injury; hand and finger crush from drum and guides; repetitive strain from sustained pulling effort.
Controls: Cable drum jacks and rollers provided. Cable pulling winch for long runs. Cable guides at bends. Adequate manpower for manual pull. Drum brakes applied during payout.
Manual handling of steel sections/beams
RA-MH-008 · Who at risk: Steel erectors
Critical 16→Medium 6
Consequences: Crush and impact injuries from heavy steel; back injury; fatality if section falls; lacerations from sharp edges.
Controls: Crane/telehandler for all heavy lifts. Magnetic handlers for sheet steel. Team lifts only for light sections. Sharp edges protected. Rigger gloves mandatory. Tag lines for guiding loads.
🚜Plant & Machinery(10)
Struck by moving plant
RA-PM-001 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatal or serious crush injury; multiple fatalities if plant loses control; injuries to others in the path of movement.
Controls: Banksman for all reversing operations. Exclusion zones maintained and signed. Hi-vis PPE mandatory. Plant fitted with reversing alarms, cameras, and proximity sensors. Segregated pedestrian/vehicle routes.
Entanglement/crush in machinery
RA-PM-002 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Amputation, degloving, crush injuries; fatality in severe cases; irreversible injury requiring prolonged treatment.
Controls: All guards in place before operation. LOTO isolation procedures followed. Only trained and authorised operators. Emergency stop accessible. Daily pre-use checks. Loose clothing/jewellery removed.
Excavator overturning
RA-PM-003 · Who at risk: Plant operators
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatal crush injury to operator; serious injury from cab impact; machine damage and potential secondary hazard.
Controls: Ground conditions assessed. Machine appropriate for terrain. Seatbelt worn at all times. Outriggers deployed where fitted. No operation on slopes exceeding manufacturer limits. Daily pre-use checks.
Telehandler/forklift collision
RA-PM-004 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 15→Low 4
Consequences: Serious crush injury or fatality from vehicle collision; dropped load injuries; property damage.
Controls: CPCS/NPORS trained operator. Speed limit 5mph. Segregated routes. Load secured and balanced. Visibility — use banksman when load obstructs view. No passengers. Seatbelt worn.
Disc cutter/grinder injury
RA-PM-005 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Low 4
Consequences: Deep lacerations and amputations; projectile injury from disc burst; eye damage; burns from sparks; fire.
Controls: Disc guards fitted and not removed. Correct disc for material and RPM. Dead-man switch functional. Full PPE: face shield, gloves, hearing protection. Hot work permit where required. Fire extinguisher within 2m.
Circular/chop saw injury
RA-PM-006 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Low 4
Consequences: Serious lacerations or amputations of fingers and hands; eye damage from debris; dust inhalation injury.
Controls: Guards correctly adjusted. Push sticks used. No loose clothing. Emergency stop accessible. Blade condition checked before use. Area clear of trip hazards. Dust extraction fitted.
Dumper overturning on uneven ground
RA-PM-007 · Who at risk: Plant operators
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatal crush injury to operator from rollover; serious injury if ejected from cab; secondary hazard from load spillage.
Controls: Routes assessed and maintained. ROPS fitted. Seatbelt worn. Speed appropriate for conditions. No overloading. Tip on level ground only. Training and competence verified.
Compressor/pressure vessel failure
RA-PM-008 · Who at risk: Operatives
Medium 8→Low 3
Consequences: Explosion or burst hose causing serious injury; whiplash injury from loose airline; hearing damage from noise; property damage.
Controls: LOLER/PSSR inspections current. Pressure relief valves functional. Hoses in good condition — daily check. No kinks or damage to airlines. Correct couplings used. Drained after use.
Generator fumes / CO poisoning
RA-PM-009 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Carbon monoxide poisoning leading to rapid incapacitation and fatality; serious neurological injury; potential for multiple casualties.
Controls: Generator positioned externally with exhaust away from openings. CO monitor in adjacent work areas. Adequate ventilation. Never run generator in enclosed/semi-enclosed space. Emergency procedure briefed.
Nail gun / cartridge tool injury
RA-PM-010 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Low 4
Consequences: Penetrating injury from fastener; eye injury; potential fatality if fired near head; injury to bystanders.
Controls: Only trained operatives. Contact-trip trigger only (no bump fire). Never point at anyone. Safety glasses mandatory. Cartridge tool certification current. Area behind work face checked for services and people.
⚡Electrical(7)
Electrocution from live services
RA-EL-001 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Electric shock, cardiac arrest, burns and fatality; secondary falls if shock occurs at height; arc flash causing fire.
Controls: CAT scanner and Genny used before any penetration of walls/floors. Service drawings obtained and reviewed. Permit to dig/penetrate in place. Isolation confirmed by qualified electrician where working on electrical systems. Lock-off tags applied.
Contact with overhead power lines
RA-EL-002 · Who at risk: Plant operators, Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Electrocution and fatality; arc flash causing fire and explosion; multiple casualties; power interruption affecting wider area.
Controls: Goal posts and bunting installed at line height. Height restrictors on plant. Safe working distance maintained (minimum 15m for HV). DNO consulted. Briefing to all plant operators. No plant within exclusion zone.
Defective portable electrical equipment
RA-EL-003 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Low 3
Consequences: Electric shock and burns; cardiac arrest; fire from electrical fault; secondary injuries from shock-induced fall.
Controls: PAT testing current on all equipment. 110V supply via CTE transformer. RCD protection on all circuits. Visual inspection before each use. Damaged equipment immediately removed from service and tagged.
Electric shock from temporary site wiring
RA-EL-004 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 12→Low 3
Consequences: Electric shock, burns and cardiac arrest; fire from damaged wiring; prolonged site shutdown following serious incident.
Controls: Temporary electrical installation to BS 7671. Regular inspection by qualified electrician. Distribution boards locked. Cable routes protected — overhead or covered. No daisy-chaining of extension leads.
Arc flash from electrical panels
RA-EL-005 · Who at risk: Electricians
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Severe burns, blindness and fatality from arc flash; explosion causing injury to bystanders; fire damage to installation.
Controls: Dead working wherever possible. Risk assessment for live work. Arc-rated PPE worn. Insulated tools. Competent electrician only. Permit to work. Buddy system for live work. Arc flash boundary maintained.
Underground cable strike during excavation
RA-EL-006 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Electrocution and fatality from cable strike; gas explosion if gas main struck; flooding from water main; RIDDOR reportable.
Controls: CAT and Genny scan before dig. Statutory utility records checked. Hand dig within 500mm of detected services. Insulated tools used. Permit to dig issued. Spotter present during machine dig near services.
Battery explosion / acid burn
RA-EL-007 · Who at risk: Operatives
Medium 8→Low 3
Consequences: Severe eye injury from acid splash; chemical burns; fire from hydrogen gas ignition; long-term vision damage.
Controls: Battery charging in well-ventilated areas. No smoking or naked flames near charging. Eye wash station available. Acid-resistant gloves and goggles when handling. Correct charging procedures followed.
🔥Fire & Hot Works(6)
Fire from welding/cutting/grinding
RA-FW-001 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 15→Low 4
Consequences: Site fire spreading to structure; serious burns; fatality from smoke inhalation; costly property damage; HSE prosecution.
Controls: Hot work permit issued and signed off. Fire watcher during and 60 minutes after. Fire extinguisher within 2m. Combustibles cleared 10m radius or protected with fire blankets. Smoke detection locally isolated with permit.
Fire from flammable material storage
RA-FW-002 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 15→Low 4
Consequences: Explosion and rapid fire spread; serious burns; fatality; significant property destruction; evacuation of all site personnel.
Controls: COSHH storage cabinet for flammable liquids. No smoking within 10m. Quantities limited to daily use. Spill kit available. Emergency procedure displayed. Fire extinguisher adjacent.
Burns from molten metal / slag
RA-FW-003 · Who at risk: Welders, Adjacent operatives
High 12→Low 3
Consequences: Serious burns to skin and eyes; fire ignition in surrounding area; ignition of clothing causing further injury.
Controls: Welding screens deployed. Fire-retardant overalls. Welding gauntlets and spats. Exclusion zone around welding area. No combustible material below. Spatter sheets in place.
Gas cylinder explosion / leak
RA-FW-004 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Explosion causing fatality and serious injury to multiple persons; fire from ignited gas; shrapnel injuries from cylinder failure.
Controls: Cylinders stored upright, chained, away from heat. Flashback arrestors fitted. Regulators in good condition. Leak test with soapy water. No grease on oxygen equipment. Cylinder trolley for transport.
Fire in temporary accommodation / welfare units
RA-FW-005 · Who at risk: All site personnel
Medium 8→Low 3
Consequences: Burns and smoke inhalation; potential fatality; loss of welfare and site records; serious disruption to works.
Controls: Smoke detectors installed and tested. Fire extinguisher in each unit. Emergency exit clear. Electrical equipment PAT tested. No overloading sockets. Fire procedure displayed. Regular fire drills.
Fire from bitumen / asphalt heating
RA-FW-006 · Who at risk: Roofers, Operatives
High 12→Low 3
Consequences: Serious burns from hot bitumen contact; roof fire spreading to structure; fire from spilled heated bitumen.
Controls: Hot work permit. Gas torches attended at all times. Fire extinguisher within 2m. No naked flame within 2m of felt rolls. Cool-down period observed. Fire watch maintained after completion.
🕳️Confined Spaces(4)
Oxygen depletion / toxic atmosphere
RA-CS-001 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Rapid incapacitation and fatality without warning; potential for multiple casualties including would-be rescuers without proper equipment.
Controls: Confined space risk assessment completed. Continuous gas monitoring before and during entry. Trained rescue team on standby. Permit to enter issued. Forced ventilation provided. Communication system in place. Tripod and winch for rescue.
Drowning / engulfment in confined space
RA-CS-002 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatality by drowning or burial; entrapment requiring prolonged rescue; potential for multiple casualties.
Controls: Space isolated from liquid/material inflow. Blanking plates fitted. Drain-down confirmed. Entry permit system. Rescue plan in place. No lone working. Emergency alarm system.
Fire/explosion in confined space
RA-CS-003 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Multiple fatalities from explosion in confined space; serious burns; structural damage; impossible rescue from collapsed confined space.
Controls: Gas monitoring for LEL before entry. No ignition sources unless permit allows. Intrinsically safe equipment only. Forced ventilation. Hot work permit additional to confined space permit.
Claustrophobia / heat stress in confined space
RA-CS-004 · Who at risk: Operatives
Medium 9→Low 4
Consequences: Panic, collapse and incapacitation; heat stroke requiring emergency evacuation; delayed response increasing risk of fatality.
Controls: Personnel medically fit and willing. Time limits on entry. Regular breaks. Adequate ventilation. Communication system. Buddy system. Emergency plan briefed. Cool drinking water available.
⛏️Excavation & Groundworks(7)
Collapse of excavation/trench
RA-EX-001 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Burial and fatality; serious crush injuries; prolonged and hazardous rescue operation; potential for multiple casualties.
Controls: Trench support (shoring/sheet piling) or batter back to safe angle per soil type. Edge protection barriers 1m from edge. Daily inspection by competent person. No materials stored within 1m of edge. Permit to dig. Means of escape at regular intervals.
Striking underground services (gas/electric/water)
RA-EX-002 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Electrocution and fatality from electrical cable; gas explosion and fire; flooding; serious injury to multiple persons from secondary effects.
Controls: Statutory records checked. CAT and Genny scan completed and marked. Hand dig within 500mm of detected services. Insulated hand tools. Permit to dig. Emergency procedure for gas/electric strikes briefed. Service positions marked with paint/pegs.
Person falling into excavation
RA-EX-003 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 12→Low 4
Consequences: Serious injuries including fractures and head injuries from fall; secondary risk of burial if sides unstable; RIDDOR reportable.
Controls: Barriers/guardrails around all excavations. Stop blocks for vehicles. Lighting at night. Warning signage. Pedestrian routes diverted. Banks graded for safe access. Access ladders provided within 6m of any operative.
Flooding of excavation
RA-EX-004 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Medium 6
Consequences: Drowning or entrapment; hypothermia; trench collapse from water-weakened sides; rapid flooding leaving no time to escape.
Controls: Weather forecast monitored. Pumping equipment available. Sump formed for water collection. No entry to flooded excavation. Ground water levels assessed. Emergency evacuation plan.
Contaminated ground / made ground
RA-EX-005 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Medium 6
Consequences: Acute toxic exposure; skin and respiratory disease; long-term health effects from carcinogenic contaminants; environmental prosecution.
Controls: Desktop study and ground investigation reviewed. PPE for contaminated ground — coveralls, gloves, RPE. No eating/drinking in work area. Decontamination facilities. Monitoring for gases. Waste disposal to licensed facility.
Machine/vehicle falling into excavation
RA-EX-006 · Who at risk: Plant operators
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatality of operator from overturned machine in trench; serious crush injuries; secondary collapse of trench sides.
Controls: Stop blocks/bunds at edges. Banksman for plant near excavations. Safe working distance from edge (typically 1m per metre of depth). Ground stability assessed. No tracking parallel to open trench.
Piling operations — noise, vibration, collapse
RA-EX-007 · Who at risk: Operatives, Public
High 12→Low 4
Consequences: Hearing damage from prolonged noise; vibration damage to adjacent structures; rig collapse causing fatality.
Controls: Piling mat in place. Exclusion zone during operations. Noise and vibration monitoring. Hearing protection mandatory. Rig inspected daily. Ground conditions assessed. Spotter during rig movement.
🏗️Structural(6)
Structural collapse during erection
RA-ST-001 · Who at risk: Operatives, Other trades
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Multiple fatalities from uncontrolled structural collapse; serious injuries across a wide area; prolonged site shutdown and HSE investigation.
Controls: Temporary works design by competent engineer (TWC/TWS). Erection sequence followed as per design. Bracing installed as steelwork progresses. Exclusion zone during lifts. No removal of bracing without engineer approval.
Crush/trap during steel erection
RA-ST-002 · Who at risk: Steel erectors
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Crush injuries and amputation; fatality from trapped between structural members; secondary fall injury if person loses balance.
Controls: Lift plan for all crane lifts. Slinger/signaller CPCS competent. Tag lines on all loads. Operatives stand clear during landing. Bolted connections secured before releasing crane. Pinch point awareness briefing.
Formwork/falsework collapse
RA-ST-003 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Multiple fatalities from concrete load collapse; serious injuries from impact with formwork; prolonged burial rescue operation.
Controls: Falsework designed to BS 5975. Erected by competent person. Independent check before loading. Props on sole plates. No early striking without engineer approval. Loading sequence controlled.
Precast concrete element falling during placement
RA-ST-004 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatality or serious injury from falling precast element; secondary structural damage; possible injury to multiple personnel in exclusion zone.
Controls: Lift plan prepared. Slinger/signaller competent. Lifting inserts checked. Exclusion zone during lift. Temporary propping immediately after placement. No release until stable.
Wall/masonry collapse during construction
RA-ST-005 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Burial, serious injury or fatality from wall collapse; multiple casualties if collapse during occupied work period.
Controls: Walls built plumb and level. Wind speed limitations observed. Temporary bracing for freestanding walls. Wall ties installed at correct spacing. No overloading of scaffold with materials.
Concrete pour — formwork burst
RA-ST-006 · Who at risk: Operatives
Medium 8→Low 4
Consequences: Injury from escaping concrete; formwork component strike; property damage; delay to works from failed pour.
Controls: Formwork designed for pour pressure. Ties and props checked before pour. Pour rate controlled. Monitoring during pour. Stand clear of forms during striking. Emergency stop procedure for pump.
🏋️Lifting Operations(7)
Crane collapse / overturning
RA-LO-001 · Who at risk: All site personnel
Medium 5→Medium 5
Consequences: Multiple fatalities from crane collapse; widespread property destruction; potential injury to public beyond site boundary.
Controls: Crane erected and inspected per LOLER. Ground bearing capacity assessed. Outrigger mats deployed. Wind speed monitoring — stand down per manufacturer limits. Certified operator (CPCS). Exclusion zone during operations.
Dropped/swinging load from crane
RA-LO-002 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatality or serious injury from dropped load; injuries from swinging load striking personnel; secondary structural damage.
Controls: Lift plan prepared and briefed. Slinger/signaller appointed and competent. Lifting accessories inspected and certified. Tag lines on all loads. Exclusion zone maintained. No working under suspended loads.
Failure of lifting accessories (slings, shackles)
RA-LO-003 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Dropped load causing fatality or serious injury; secondary injury from swinging load; property damage.
Controls: All lifting accessories LOLER inspected (6-monthly). SWL clearly marked. Pre-use visual inspection. Damaged equipment immediately removed. Correct sling angle observed. No shock loading.
Person struck by crane jib/counterweight
RA-LO-004 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Serious injury or fatality from jib strike; crush injuries in tail swing area; multiple casualties if jib sweeps occupied area.
Controls: Exclusion zone around crane radius. Barriers at tail swing area. Warning signage. Banksman positioned safely. Communication via radio. Crane operator visibility checks.
Contact between crane and overhead power lines
RA-LO-005 · Who at risk: Crane operator, All
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Electrocution and fatality of operator or ground personnel; power interruption to wider area; fire from arc flash.
Controls: Overhead line survey before crane setup. Goal posts and bunting installed. Safe clearance distance maintained. DNO contacted if required. Crane radius limited to prevent oversail. Briefing to operator.
HIAB/lorry loader failure during offload
RA-LO-006 · Who at risk: Operatives, Drivers
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Serious injury or fatality from dropped or swinging load; vehicle overturning causing crush injuries.
Controls: LOLER inspection current. Operator trained. Outriggers fully deployed on firm ground. SWL observed per load chart. No side loading. Area clear of personnel during lift. Delivery briefed to driver.
Vacuum lifter failure during glazing/cladding install
RA-LO-007 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Dropped glazing panel causing fatality or serious injury; secondary shattering injury from broken glass; fall from height if operative is attached.
Controls: Vacuum lifter LOLER inspected. Tested before each lift. Battery charge checked. Backup retention device where available. Exclusion zone below. Two-person handling. Wind speed monitored.
🪜Scaffolding(4)
Scaffold collapse
RA-SC-001 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Multiple fatalities and serious injuries from scaffold collapse; injury to public if scaffold faces highway; significant property damage.
Controls: Designed and erected by CISRS competent scaffolders. Compliant with TG20/SG4. Base plates on sole plates. Ties at correct spacing. Weekly inspection and after adverse weather. Scaffold tag system.
Overloading scaffold platform
RA-SC-002 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 15→Low 4
Consequences: Platform failure causing falls from height; partial or full scaffold collapse under excessive load; injuries to personnel below.
Controls: Load class clearly marked on scaffold tag. Material storage limits briefed. No stacking above guardrail height. Materials distributed evenly. No mechanical plant on scaffold without specific design.
Contact with scaffold during vehicle movement
RA-SC-003 · Who at risk: Drivers, Scaffold users
High 12→Low 4
Consequences: Scaffold destabilisation or collapse from vehicle impact; injury to scaffold users; falling materials onto passers-by.
Controls: Vehicle protection barriers installed. Height warning signs. Banksman for large vehicles. Scaffold base lit/signed at night. No vehicle parking within 2m of scaffold base.
Unauthorised alteration to scaffolding
RA-SC-004 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Hidden structural weakness leading to collapse; falls from height due to removed edge protection; injury to next user unaware of change.
Controls: Scaffold tag system — red tag if altered. Only CISRS scaffolders to modify. Toolbox talk on scaffold rules. Disciplinary action for unauthorised changes. Weekly inspection catches alterations.
💥Demolition(5)
Unplanned structural collapse during demolition
RA-DM-001 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Multiple fatalities from uncontrolled collapse; widespread serious injuries; property damage to adjacent structures; prolonged HSE investigation.
Controls: Demolition plan prepared by competent engineer. Pre-demolition survey completed (structure, services, asbestos). Sequence followed strictly. Exclusion zone maintained. Temporary propping where needed. Continuous monitoring.
Asbestos exposure during soft strip
RA-DM-002 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer — latent period of 15–50 years; fatal disease with no cure; potential for criminal prosecution.
Controls: Refurbishment/demolition asbestos survey completed (R&D survey). Licensed contractor for ACM removal. Air monitoring during and after. Enclosure where required. RPE and disposable coveralls. Decontamination unit on site.
Falling debris during demolition
RA-DM-003 · Who at risk: All site personnel, Public
Critical 20→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatality or serious injury from falling masonry, steel or concrete; injury to public beyond hoarding; property damage.
Controls: Exclusion zone with hoarding. Debris netting/fans on perimeter scaffold. No public access within zone. Hard hat mandatory. Demolition sequence top-down. Materials lowered, not thrown.
Dust exposure during demolition
RA-DM-004 · Who at risk: Operatives, Public
High 12→Low 4
Consequences: Silicosis and chronic lung disease from silica dust; respiratory disease from other demolition dusts; long-term disability; enforcement action.
Controls: Water suppression during all breaking/cutting. Dust screens on perimeter. RPE (minimum FFP3). Air monitoring. Damping down stockpiles. Wheel wash for vehicles leaving site.
Hitting live services during demolition
RA-DM-005 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Electrocution and fatality from live cable; gas explosion from severed gas main; flooding from water main; RIDDOR reportable.
Controls: All services isolated and capped before demolition begins. Isolation certificates obtained. Services traced and marked. Hand demolition near suspect services. Gas/electric emergency procedure briefed.
🔧Welding & Cutting(5)
UV radiation / arc eye from welding
RA-WC-001 · Who at risk: Welders, Adjacent workers
High 12→Low 2
Consequences: Painful arc eye (photokeratitis) requiring medical treatment; long-term UV damage to vision; cataracts from chronic exposure.
Controls: Auto-darkening welding helmet (shade 10-13). Welding screens deployed. Warning signs displayed. Adjacent workers informed. No viewing arc without protection. Curtain/screen minimum 2m around work.
Welding fume inhalation
RA-WC-002 · Who at risk: Welders
Critical 16→Medium 6
Consequences: Lung cancer from chronic fume exposure; siderosis; metal fume fever; respiratory sensitisation; occupational asthma; RIDDOR reportable occupational disease.
Controls: LEV (local exhaust ventilation) at point of welding. RPE (P3 filter minimum) where LEV insufficient. Weld in well-ventilated area or use extraction fan. Avoid welding galvanised/stainless without extraction. Health surveillance programme.
Electric shock from welding equipment
RA-WC-003 · Who at risk: Welders
Medium 8→Low 3
Consequences: Electric shock causing cardiac arrest; severe burns at contact points; secondary fall if shock occurs at height.
Controls: Equipment in good condition — daily check. Dry gloves and clothing. Insulated electrode holders. Earth return correctly connected. No welding in wet conditions without additional precautions. RCD protected supply.
Gas cutting — flashback / explosion
RA-WC-004 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Flashback explosion causing serious burns and injury; hose fire; cylinder failure causing shrapnel and explosion; fatality in severe cases.
Controls: Flashback arrestors on both torch and regulator. Hoses in good condition. Correct lighting procedure. Purge lines before lighting. No grease on oxygen fittings. Cylinders stored upright and secured.
Grinding sparks causing fire/burns
RA-WC-005 · Who at risk: Operatives
Medium 9→Low 2
Consequences: Ignition of surrounding materials causing site fire; burn injuries from sparks on exposed skin; eye injury from spark contact.
Controls: Spark direction controlled. Fire blankets on combustibles. Grinding guard in place. Fire extinguisher within 2m. No grinding near flammable stores. Eye protection and face shield worn.
🔊Noise & Vibration(3)
Hearing damage from noise above 85 dB(A)
RA-NV-001 · Who at risk: Operatives, Adjacent trades
Critical 16→Medium 6
Consequences: Permanent, irreversible hearing loss; tinnitus; occupational deafness claim; RIDDOR reportable occupational disease.
Controls: Noise assessment completed. Hearing protection zones designated and signed. Ear defenders (minimum SNR 25) mandatory in zones. Low-noise methods selected. Time limits on high-noise exposure. Health surveillance.
HAVS from vibrating tools
RA-NV-002 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Medium 6
Consequences: Permanent nerve and vascular damage to hands (vibration white finger); loss of dexterity; inability to work in cold; irreversible condition; compensation claims.
Controls: HAVS assessment completed. Low-vibration tools selected where possible. Exposure time limits enforced and monitored. Tool maintenance programme. Anti-vibration gloves. Operatives trained on HAVS symptoms. Health surveillance for regular users.
Whole body vibration from plant/vehicles
RA-NV-003 · Who at risk: Plant operators
Medium 9→Low 4
Consequences: Chronic spinal disorders and back pain; musculoskeletal damage; long-term disability; compensation claims; lost working time.
Controls: Suspension seats on all plant. Route maintenance to reduce roughness. Speed limits enforced. Time limits on operation. Operator health surveillance. Correct tyre pressures maintained.
💨Dust & Respiratory(5)
Silica dust from cutting concrete/stone
RA-DR-001 · Who at risk: Operatives
Critical 20→Medium 8
Consequences: Silicosis (fatal, incurable lung disease); lung cancer; COPD; RIDDOR reportable occupational disease; HSE enforcement.
Controls: Water suppression on all cutting. On-tool dust extraction with H-class vacuum. RPE minimum FFP3. Enclosed cutting area where possible. Face-fit tested RPE. Health surveillance. COSHH assessment.
Wood dust inhalation
RA-DR-002 · Who at risk: Carpenters, Joiners
High 12→Medium 6
Consequences: Occupational asthma; nasal cancer from hardwood dust (RIDDOR reportable); chronic respiratory disease; sensitisation preventing further exposure.
Controls: On-tool extraction fitted to all power tools. Workshop extraction system. RPE (FFP2 minimum) for hand sanding or where extraction insufficient. Regular cleaning — no dry sweeping. Health surveillance for hardwood dust.
Plaster/gypsum dust inhalation
RA-DR-003 · Who at risk: Plasterers, Dry liners
Medium 9→Low 4
Consequences: Respiratory irritation and discomfort; dermatitis from skin contact with dust; potential for chronic respiratory symptoms with prolonged exposure.
Controls: Mix in ventilated area. RPE (FFP2) during mixing and sanding. Damp down before sweeping. Vacuum with H-class filter for sanding dust. Water-based products preferred.
Metal fume/dust from grinding/cutting
RA-DR-004 · Who at risk: Metal workers
High 12→Medium 6
Consequences: Metal fume fever; siderosis (iron lung deposits); lung disease from chromium/nickel compounds; occupational cancer risk from stainless/galvanised work.
Controls: LEV at point of generation. RPE (P3 filter) for grinding galvanised or stainless steel. Welding fume extraction. Well-ventilated work area. Health surveillance. Rotate operatives to limit exposure.
Asbestos fibre exposure
RA-DR-005 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Mesothelioma, asbestosis and lung cancer — all potentially fatal with no cure; latent period of up to 50 years; criminal prosecution possible.
Controls: Asbestos survey reviewed. If suspect material found — STOP WORK and evacuate. Licensed contractor for removal. No disturbance of known ACMs. Asbestos awareness training for all operatives. Asbestos register checked before any work.
☣️Chemical / COSHH(5)
Skin contact with cement/concrete
RA-CH-001 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Low 4
Consequences: Severe chromate dermatitis; chemical burns requiring hospitalisation; chronic skin sensitisation preventing further exposure; significant lost time.
Controls: Barrier cream applied before work. Appropriate gloves (nitrile or PVC). Long sleeves. Wash immediately if skin contact. First aid for cement burns — irrigate with clean water. Skin inspection programme.
Chemical burns from acids/cleaning agents
RA-CH-002 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Low 3
Consequences: Serious chemical burns requiring hospitalisation; permanent eye damage or blindness; long-term scarring; RIDDOR reportable.
Controls: COSHH assessment completed. SDS available on site. Correct PPE per SDS (chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, apron). Eye wash station. Spillage procedure. Minimum quantities stored. Dilution per manufacturer.
Inhalation of solvent fumes (paints, adhesives)
RA-CH-003 · Who at risk: Painters, Operatives
High 12→Medium 6
Consequences: CNS depression, headache, nausea and loss of consciousness; long-term liver and kidney damage; fire risk from vapour ignition.
Controls: Water-based products preferred. Adequate ventilation. RPE with organic vapour cartridge where ventilation insufficient. COSHH assessment. No smoking in area. Exposure time limits.
Exposure to epoxy resin / isocyanates
RA-CH-004 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Low 3
Consequences: Permanent respiratory sensitisation (occupational asthma); allergic dermatitis; once sensitised, no further exposure possible; career-ending condition.
Controls: Respiratory sensitiser — RPE mandatory (minimum APF20). Chemical-resistant gloves. COSHH assessment. Health surveillance. No eating/drinking in work area. Contained mixing. Skin decontamination procedure.
Lead paint exposure during stripping/demolition
RA-CH-005 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 15→Low 4
Consequences: Lead poisoning causing neurological damage, kidney damage and reproductive harm; elevated blood lead levels; RIDDOR reportable occupational disease.
Controls: Lead paint survey before work. Chemical stripping preferred over heat/abrasive. RPE (P3 filter). Disposable overalls. Blood lead monitoring. Decontamination procedure. Waste as special waste.
🚛Traffic & Vehicles(5)
Pedestrian/vehicle conflict on site
RA-TV-001 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 15→Low 4
Consequences: Serious injury or fatality from vehicle collision; crush injuries; RIDDOR reportable; potential HSE prosecution.
Controls: Segregated pedestrian/vehicle routes with barriers. One-way system where practical. Speed limit 5mph. Hi-vis mandatory. Banksman for all deliveries. Pedestrian crossings at conflict points.
Delivery vehicle overturning during offload
RA-TV-002 · Who at risk: Drivers, Operatives
High 10→Medium 5
Consequences: Crush injury or fatality from vehicle or load; injuries to nearby personnel; significant property damage.
Controls: Level hard standing for offloading. Ground conditions assessed. Outrigger mats for HIAB vehicles. Weight limits checked. Banksman present. Vehicle brakes applied and chocked.
Reversing vehicle striking person
RA-TV-003 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 15→Medium 5
Consequences: Fatal or serious crush injury from reversing vehicle; insufficient warning time in noisy environment; RIDDOR reportable.
Controls: Banksman for all reversing. Reversing alarms and cameras fitted. Exclusion zone behind reversing vehicles. Hi-vis mandatory. One-way system to minimise reversing. Briefing at induction.
Public highway traffic at site entrance
RA-TV-004 · Who at risk: Operatives, Public
High 15→Low 4
Consequences: Road traffic accident involving public vehicles; serious injury or fatality; legal liability; site suspension from local authority.
Controls: Traffic management plan approved. Banksman at site access. Wheel wash to prevent mud on road. Warning signs on approach. Road sweeping if required. Speed restrictions on approach.
Vehicle fire from fuel leak
RA-TV-005 · Who at risk: Drivers, Operatives
Medium 8→Low 3
Consequences: Serious burns to operator; fire spreading to adjacent plant or materials; explosion risk if fuel tank involved; property damage.
Controls: Daily vehicle checks including fuel lines. No smoking near plant. Fuel stored in bunded area. Spill kit available. Fire extinguisher on all plant/vehicles. Emergency procedure briefed.
🌿Environmental(4)
Pollution/spill to watercourse
RA-EN-001 · Who at risk: Environment
High 12→Low 3
Consequences: Ecological damage to watercourse; EA enforcement notice or prosecution; significant remediation costs; reputational damage.
Controls: Spill kit on site. Drip trays under plant/fuel storage. Bunded fuel stores. No wash-out near drains. Silt fencing at boundary. Environmental incident procedure. EA contact details available.
Fuel/oil spillage contaminating ground
RA-EN-002 · Who at risk: Environment
Medium 9→Low 4
Consequences: Ground contamination requiring costly remediation; EA enforcement; potential criminal prosecution; project delays.
Controls: Double-bunded fuel storage. Drip trays under plant. Spill kit at fuel store and on plant. Refuelling on hardstanding only. No overfilling. Designated refuelling point.
Noise nuisance to neighbours/public
RA-EN-003 · Who at risk: Public
Medium 6→Low 4
Consequences: Local authority enforcement notice; work stoppage order; complaint escalation; reputational damage; fines.
Controls: Working hours restricted per local authority (typically 08:00-18:00 Mon-Fri, 08:00-13:00 Sat). Noisy works planned away from sensitive receptors. Acoustic barriers where required. Neighbour liaison.
Waste disposal — incorrect segregation
RA-EN-004 · Who at risk: Environment
Medium 9→Low 4
Consequences: Environmental prosecution and fines; duty of care breach; illegal fly-tipping liability; EA enforcement; project reputational damage.
Controls: Waste segregation areas clearly signed. Skip labelling. Licensed waste carrier. Waste transfer notes retained. Site Waste Management Plan. Toolbox talk on waste segregation. No burning on site.
🔨General Site(9)
Slips, trips and falls on level
RA-GS-001 · Who at risk: All site personnel
High 12→Low 4
Consequences: Fractures, head injuries and sprains; lost time injury; secondary injury from falling into other hazards or materials.
Controls: Good housekeeping maintained throughout shift. Cable routes protected or overhead. Adequate lighting. Walkways kept clear and signed. Anti-slip surfaces on ramps. Immediate clean-up of spills.
Adverse weather conditions
RA-GS-002 · Who at risk: Operatives
High 12→Medium 6
Consequences: Falls from height in high winds or ice; exposure and hypothermia; lightning strike; vehicle accidents on icy site roads.
Controls: Weather forecast checked daily. Work at height suspended in high winds (>17mph for most tasks). Additional PPE for cold/wet conditions. Lightning procedure — shelter and stand down. Ice treatment on walkways.
Unauthorised access / trespassers
RA-GS-003 · Who at risk: Public, Trespassers
High 12→Medium 6
Consequences: Injury to trespasser (especially children) leading to civil liability; vandalism causing damage and danger; theft of plant or materials.
Controls: Hoarding/fencing secure (2.4m minimum). Site locked when unattended. Signage displayed. CCTV where required. Security guard for high-risk sites. Banksman at vehicle access during working hours.
Poor lighting in work area
RA-GS-004 · Who at risk: All site personnel
Medium 9→Low 2
Consequences: Falls, trips and injuries due to poor visibility; failure to identify hazards; near-miss incidents increasing.
Controls: Task lighting provided for all work areas. Minimum 200 lux for general construction, 500 lux for detailed work. Emergency lighting on escape routes. Portable lighting maintained and PAT tested.
Lone working
RA-GS-005 · Who at risk: Operative
High 12→Medium 6
Consequences: Undetected injury or illness; delayed emergency response increasing severity; fatality in cases where prompt assistance would have saved life.
Controls: Lone working risk assessment. Check-in system (buddy calls every 30 mins). No high-risk activities alone. Mobile phone charged and in service. First aid kit available. Emergency contact details carried.
Welfare facilities inadequate
RA-GS-006 · Who at risk: All site personnel
Low 4→Low 1
Consequences: Illness from lack of sanitation; dehydration; morale and productivity impact; HSE enforcement notice; potential prohibition.
Controls: Toilet and washing facilities maintained. Hot and cold water. Drying room. Rest area with seating and heating. Clean drinking water. Facilities for heating food. Cleaned daily.
Sharps / needle stick injury
RA-GS-007 · Who at risk: Operatives
Medium 8→Low 3
Consequences: Blood-borne virus exposure (HIV, Hepatitis B and C); serious long-term illness; significant psychological distress; RIDDOR reportable.
Controls: Pre-start survey of area. Gloves worn during clearance. Sharps bin available. No hand-picking of sharps — use grabbers. Hepatitis B vaccination offered. Incident procedure for needle stick.
Heat stress / sunburn
RA-GS-008 · Who at risk: Operatives
Medium 9→Low 4
Consequences: Heat exhaustion and heat stroke requiring immediate medical treatment; fatality in extreme cases; cognitive impairment increasing accident risk.
Controls: Regular water breaks (every 20 mins in hot conditions). Shade provided where possible. Sunscreen available. Lightweight clothing. Schedule heavy work for cooler periods. First aiders briefed on heat illness symptoms.
Weil's disease (leptospirosis)
RA-GS-009 · Who at risk: Operatives
Medium 8→Low 3
Consequences: Leptospirosis infection — flu-like illness progressing to organ failure; potential fatality; prolonged recovery; RIDDOR reportable.
Controls: Avoid contact with stagnant water. Cuts and abrasions covered with waterproof dressings. Wash hands before eating. Awareness briefing. Report flu-like symptoms to site manager and GP. Mention occupational exposure.
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