Lawn Mowing & Lawn Care Risk Assessment Template
Create a professional, comprehensive risk assessment for lawn mowing & lawn care in landscaping, gardening & tree work 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 lawn mowing & lawn care in landscaping, gardening & tree work settings. You can add, remove or adapt items to match your context.
Potential benefits
- Supports turf health, weed suppression, and pest monitoring.
- Maintains safe, even surfaces and reduces hidden trip hazards.
- Improves drainage and usability of open spaces.
- Enables regular inspections to identify issues early.
- Enhances appearance and curb appeal for clients and visitors.
Typical hazards & measures
- Whole-body vibration — Maintain suspension seats and tyres; avoid long periods on uneven ground; plan slower routes; rotate operators regularly; schedule breaks; keep surfaces graded; monitor and report early signs of musculoskeletal issues from operators.
- Inadequate safety briefings & supervision — Toolbox talks before work; clarify roles and communications; review site-specific hazards; confirm emergency arrangements; check staff competence; reinforce stop-work authority; record attendance; adapt briefings to changes or new risks.
- Noise exposure — Measure exposure regularly; establish hearing protection zones; provide SNR-rated ear defenders/plugs; train staff on correct fitting; maintain kit to reduce noise; rotate staff; provide regular hearing tests; control bystander exposure.
- Leptospirosis/animal waste — Avoid contact with stagnant water; use waterproof gloves; cover cuts; clean hands before eating; provide clean water and sanitiser; use damp cleaning of droppings to avoid dust; brief staff on symptoms and encourage medical checks promptly.
- Slopes and unstable ground — Inspect slopes for holes, erosion or edges; keep within safe gradient limits of machine; mow across slopes where specified; never operate on wet, icy or loose soil; reduce speed, raise deck; wear cleated non-slip footwear; mark unstable areas.
How to use this template
- Click Create Risk Assessment: Lawn Mowing & Lawn Care to begin immediately.
- Review suggested hazards and measures, then tailor as needed.
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FAQ
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