RISK ASSESSMENT / Use of Special Tools

This assessment details the arrangements in place to control the hazards present from the use of tools and equipment that require specific training or competency to operate, due to their complexity or the significant risk created during
their operation.
Persons at Risk: Machine operators and other persons in close proximity
A = Hazard Severity
B = Likelihood
C = Risk Rating (A x B)

5 fatality
5 Very Likely
Extreme = 17+

Frequency and Duration of Exposure: Throughout duration of use

4 Major Injury
4 Likely
High + 12 - 16

3 Chronic Injury
3 Possible
Medium = 7 - 11

RISK RATING

HAZARDS IDENTIFIED

2 Minor Injury
2 Unlikely
Low + 6 and Below

1 - No Injury
1 - Very Unlikely

RISIDUAL RISK

EXISTING CONTROLS

20

The following items are deemed to be classified as special tools:

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Cartridge operated tools (Hilti Guns)

Abrasive wheel machines (cutting and grinding)
Handheld and Bench Circular Saws
Compressed Air Driven Tools
Pipe Cutting and Threading Machines
Band Saws

injury is likely to arise from the following:

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Entanglement in moving parts

Hand injury due to contact with cutting blades
Impact with ejected material/projectiles
Electric shock
Hot sparks and cutting/grinding debris

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Machines only to be operated by trained, competent workers, Contractors to supply a list of

personnel authorized to operate each tool type
Supervisors to be competent to oversee workers applying correct operating controls
All manufacturers guards and safety devices are to be in place and operating correctly
Machinery to be maintained in accordance with manufacturers instructions
Machinery not to be left unattended in a n area where it could be used by untrained operators
Appropriate PPE is to be worn
Documented Safe System of Work written to give guidance on controls methods required for
special tools
Electrical tools operated a t a reduce voltage (110v) or if not available 110v then through an
RCD fitted with a 30mA circuit breaker
Hot works permits required for grinding activities if significant sparks are likely to be produced

Evaluation of Controls and Further Action Required

Controls are deemed to be as low as reasonably practicable when residual risk rating does not exceed 6
Review this assessment at periods not exceeding 12 months

Date

Developed By Name:

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Designation :

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Reviewed By Name:

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Designation: Safety Advisor

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APPROVED BY NAME:

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Designation : PM

Date Due
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KPS/RA/UST/001