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RA-HS18 Using Work Equipment
RA-HS18 Using Work Equipment
File Reference : RA-HS18 Using Work Equipment
Date File Updated 16-08-24
File Format MS Word
No. of files 1
Category Risk Assessments
Tags: ISO 45001, 6.1, IMS1 7.5

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F-HS20 General Risk Assessment form template - a purpose-built template designed to focus entirely on what matters: identifying hazards, rating risk and recording controls, without any unnecessary fields getting in the way.

The file is supplied in fully editable MS Word format and can be easily customised and saved to Google Docs format if required. The document uses pre-defined style formatting throughout with styles to match the risk-ratings which are input using select boxes pre-populated with all possible risk ratings. All text is in Calibri font for improved readability.
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Use of Work Equipment Risk Assessment

This fully completed use of work equipment risk assessment example has been prepared by a qualified health and safety professional. It covers a typical range of hazards, risks and associated control measures for the use of all work equipment in accordance with applicable regulations and can be used as a starting point when developing your own risk assessment documentation.

What Does This Work Equipment Risk Assessment Cover?

This risk assessment identifies the key hazards associated with the use of work equipment including;
  • Contact with dangerous parts of machinery — unguarded cutting, rotating, shearing, crushing or nipping parts causing lacerations, crush injuries or amputation
  • Ejection of materials — chips, swarf, sparks or broken components ejected at high velocity causing eye injuries and lacerations
  • Unexpected start-up during maintenance — machinery starting unexpectedly during maintenance causing entanglement with dangerous parts
  • Equipment failure from poor maintenance — defective or poorly maintained equipment causing unexpected failure and contact injuries
  • Noise and vibration from work equipment — prolonged use causing noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) and hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)
  • Inadequate training and supervision — use of equipment by untrained or unsupervised operatives

Each hazard includes an inherent risk rating ranging from Moderate to Substantial, and a comprehensive listing of applicable control measures covering areas such as;

  • Machine guarding, lock-off/tag-out (LOTO) procedures and PUWER inspection records
  • Deflector guards, eye protection and bystander screens for ejection risks
  • Isolation of all energy sources before maintenance; permit-to-work where LOTO is not practicable
  • Pre-use inspections, planned preventive maintenance and correct tooling selection
  • Noise and vibration risk assessments, low-vibration equipment selection and health surveillance
  • Operator training records, supervised operation periods and safe systems of work

A residual risk rating is then assigned to each hazard, demonstrating how effective risk management reduces overall risk to a tolerable level.

A Professional, Easy-to-Use Risk Assessment Template

This document uses colour-coded header styles matched to risk ratings, making it quick to read and easy to communicate during toolbox talks and worker training. A built-in risk rating matrix supports consistent evaluation of likelihood and consequence, and hazard pictograms using internationally recognised ISO warning symbols are included alongside relevant hazard entries — improving clarity and helping to highlight risks and mandatory controls.
The result is a completed risk assessment that looks professional, reads clearly, and demonstrates a structured and effective approach to risk management.

Who Is This Risk Assessment Template Suitable For?

This work equipment risk assessment template is suitable for health and safety advisers, maintenance managers, production supervisors and any employer with a duty to assess risks under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998. It can be implemented as a standalone document or as part of a broader occupational health and safety management system aligned with ISO 45001.

Note: This example risk assessment is supplied for use as guidance only and should be reviewed and completed by a competent person.

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