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Road and Highway Maintenance Risk Assessment Template

Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for road and highway maintenance in construction & trade settings. Tailor hazards and measures to your needs and download a professional PDF. Add your own branding.

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What this covers.

This template focuses on typical risks and controls for road and highway maintenance in construction & trade settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.

Potential benefits

  • Prevents deterioration and extends the lifespan of roadways.
  • Ensures safe and smooth transportation for users.
  • Improves environmental sustainability through responsible maintenance.
  • Reduces the likelihood of traffic accidents and hazards.
  • Supports economic growth by maintaining key infrastructure.

Typical hazards & measures

  • Vibration exposureUse low-vibration tools and limit exposure time. Provide anti-vibration gloves and conduct health surveillance to monitor for symptoms of vibration-related conditions.
  • Inadequate lightingUse portable lighting to illuminate work areas during low-light conditions. Ensure proper placement to minimize shadows and provide high-visibility PPE for all workers in dim environments.
  • Vehicle reversing incidentsDesignate reversing areas and use trained spotters to guide vehicle movements. Equip vehicles with reversing alarms and cameras, and ensure workers are visible with high-visibility clothing.
  • Lone workingImplement a buddy system or regular check-ins for lone workers. Provide mobile communication devices and establish clear emergency procedures. Assess tasks to determine if lone working is appropriate.
  • High-pressure equipment failureImplement regular maintenance and inspections of equipment. Train workers on safe operation procedures and establish emergency response plans for equipment failures.

How to use this template

  1. Click Create Risk Assessment: Road and Highway Maintenance to begin immediately.
  2. Review suggested hazards and measures, then tailor as needed.
  3. Download your PDF. Create a free account if you want to save.

FAQ

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You can begin filling out your risk assessment straight away. Create a free account if you want to save your work.

Can I download a PDF?

Yes - download a clean, professional PDF at the end.

Can I edit a saved assessment?

Yes, personal and unlimited members can edit saved assessments from the account dashboard.