Hazard: Slipping and falling on wet floors
Effect/Risk: Slipping and falling on wet floors can cause serious injuries such as fractures, sprains, and head injuries. It can also lead to long-term disabilities and even death in extreme cases.
Risk Control Measures:
1. Conduct regular inspections of floors to identify any potential hazards such as spills or wet areas.
2. Implement a cleaning and maintenance schedule to ensure floors are clean and dry at all times.
3. Provide slip-resistant footwear to employees who work in areas where there is a risk of slipping.
4. Install warning signs in areas where floors are wet or slippery to alert employees and visitors.
5. Provide training to employees on how to identify and report potential slip and fall hazards.
HIRARC Form:
Hazard: Slipping and falling on wet floors
Identification of Hazard:
- Wet and slippery floors
- Spills and leaks
- Poor lighting in some areas
- Lack of warning signs
Risk Assessment:
- Severity: High
- Likelihood: Moderate
- Risk Rating: High
Risk Control Measures:
- Regular inspections of floors
- Cleaning and maintenance schedule
- Slip-resistant footwear
- Warning signs
- Training for employees
Monitoring and Review:
- Regular checks to ensure control measures are in place and working effectively
- Review of incident reports to identify any areas that need improvement
- Continuous review and improvement of risk control measures.