RISK ASSESSMENT FINDINGS

Department/Service
Date
Assessor
Approved By
Review Date

Relevant Legislation:

The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999

RISK ASSESSMENT RECORD

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ACTIVITY and/or ENVIRONMENT TO BE ASSESSED: Grass Cutting

DATE:

KEY (People at risk) Likelihood (L) Severity (S) Risk Calculation Risk Rating
E = Employee YP = Young Persons 1. Very Low (rare/very unlikely) 1. Insignificant (nuisance/discomfort)
P = Public 2. Low (unlikely) 2. Minor (no lost time) Likelihood x Severity 1- 6 LOW RISK Monitor
C = Contractors 3. Medium (could occur/possible) 3. Moderate (time loss) = 8-12 MEDIUM RISK Monitor, review & reduce risk where possible
V = Visitors 4. High (likely to occur/probable) 4. Significant (serious/incapacity to work) Rating 14-25 HIGH RISK Further Action Required
EM = Expectant Mothers 5. Very High (near certain to occur) 5. Major (Death)

4.Risk Rating
1.Hazards Identified and 2. People 5. Further Action Required/ 6.Target
3.Controls in Place Date for
potential harm it could cause At Risk L S Score Risk Recommendations
Completion

Use of Grass Cutting ▪ Ensure that machinery is in Suitable PPE (e.g. ear
equipment good repair and working defenders / gloves / goggles
order (visual documented etc. as recommended by
user check and annual manufacturer ).
formal inspection/
maintenance). On completion:
▪ Are tools and accessories in
good condition (visual Inspect area covered to see if
documented check) any hazards remaining to self
▪ Ensure familiarity with site and others, e.g. grass
and equipment cuttings on footpaths etc. If
present clear away.

Transport grass clippings etc.

to appropriate disposal point /
composter etc.

Clean machines and remove

tools and machinery to
secure storage area.

Remove rubbish bags etc. to

appropriate disposal point.

Report completion of work to

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Head Teacher, wash hands,

arms etc. thoroughly, carry
out personal inspection for
cuts etc.
Ejection of debris from ▪ Ensure that working area
machinery while cutting cleared of debris before
starting mowing operations.
Always adhere to procedure
for handling hazardous litter
▪ Ensure guards on machinery
in place and effective for
protection.
▪ Always wear protective
clothing and PPE.
▪ Ensure grounds
maintenance is conducted at
an appropriate time to
minimise the risks to other
persons on site.
Handling of sharp items of Always wear protective clothing
litter and items with and PPE.
biohazard risks.
Slips and trips due to Take extra care on uneven
uneven or slippery ground. and/or sloping ground.
Manual handling of ▪ Use appropriate lifting and
equipment. moving skills for moving
equipment and machinery
(as per manual handling Risk
Assessment and training)
▪ Ensure all equipment used
as per manufacturers
guidance and retailers
training / demonstrations
Contact with moving parts Always ensure that machinery is
of machinery. not moving and safely isolated
before attempting any
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adjustment or clearing of moving

parts
Contact with fuel and oils Minimise exposure to fuel, oil
and plant materials. and plant juices. Clean hands as
often as possible. Use gloves
and barrier cream for protection.
Noise from machinery Always use PPE e.g. hearing
operations protection when machinery in
operation if recommended in
manufacturers guidelines.
Repetitive strain injuries Use good technique when hand
from strimming and mowing / strimming e.g. Take
hovermowing. hourly breaks of 5 minutes
minimum to allow muscles to
rest.
Exposure due to weather Take account of weather
conditions. conditions, wear appropriate
clothing and take warm drinks in
cold weather, cover up and
apply sun block to prevent
sunburn.
Storage of fuel ▪ Ensure fuels are kept to a
minimum on site, stored in
an appropriate container and
in a lockable steel cupboard /
cabinet away from the main
school building.
▪ Ensure there is a safe
system in place for fuelling
equipment on site and a
procedure for dealing with
fuel spillage.

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