Carpentry Risk Assessment Template

Typical hazards & measures

• Sharp object injuries — Provide training on safe handling and storage of sharp tools; enforce the use of PPE like gloves; maintain tools in good condition; designate safe disposal methods for sharp waste; use protective guards on cutting equipment; ensure proper tool storage.
• Exposure to silica dust — Use water suppression systems; provide RPE; implement health surveillance; train workers on silica hazards; use tools with dust extraction capabilities; enforce proper housekeeping to minimize dust accumulation.
• Exposure to hazardous substances — Conduct COSHH assessments; provide appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE); ensure proper labeling and storage of chemicals; train workers on handling hazardous substances; implement spill response procedures; substitute hazardous materials with safer alternatives when possible.
• Angle grinder injuries — Ensure workers use angle grinders with appropriate guards and discs; provide training on safe handling techniques; conduct pre-use checks for defects; enforce PPE use, including face shields and gloves; establish safe zones for operation to protect bystanders.
• Inadequate personal protective equipment — Ensure all workers have access to task-appropriate PPE (e.g., gloves, goggles, ear protection, steel-toe boots); provide regular training on PPE use; conduct inspections to ensure PPE is functional; maintain an adequate supply of spare PPE; enforce PPE use during high-risk tasks.