HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) Risk Assessment Template

Typical hazards & measures

• Exposure to refrigerants — Use certified recovery equipment to prevent leaks, provide training on refrigerant safety, ensure proper ventilation in confined areas, equip workers with gloves and goggles, conduct routine inspections for leaks, and establish emergency response protocols.
• Improper use of tools — Train workers on proper tool usage and safety practices. Inspect tools regularly for damage or defects. Enforce the use of appropriate tools for specific tasks. Provide guidance on correct storage and transport of tools to prevent misuse.
• Ladder safety — Use ladders that meet safety standards, inspect ladders before use, train workers on safe ladder positioning and use, avoid overreaching, and secure ladders to prevent movement during use.
• Communication failures — Use clear signage and two-way radios, establish pre-work briefings to clarify roles, enforce standard hand signals for coordination, and conduct regular communication drills to test effectiveness.
• Slips, trips, and falls — Keep work areas tidy and free from obstacles, clearly mark uneven surfaces or hazards, repair damaged flooring, ensure spillages are promptly cleaned, provide appropriate footwear, and conduct routine safety inspections.