# TASK HAZARD HAZARDOUS EFFECT CONTROL MEASURES CURRENTLY IN PLACE OR TO BE Risk Risk Category

IMPLEMENTED Index Index

Score Category

1 Unsupervised use 1)Incompetent persons using tools / equipment. 1)Injuries to user & fellow employees / 1)Employees are not to leave tools unattended 11 D Low Risk
damage to equipment & property and access to tools by supervisors only.

2 Use of appropriate tools 1)Using incorrect tools for the task 1)Injuries to user & fellow employees 1)Ensure correct tools are always used to carry 21 C Medium Risk
out a specific task. Low Risk
2)Using the tool incorrectly 2)Damage to equipment & property 2)Ensure employees are aware they must use 14 D
correct tool for the job and not improvise.
Low Risk
3)Using modified / homemade tools 3)Injuries or damage to materials 3)No improvised tool allowed on site 13 D
3 Before use. 1)Not checking tools before use. 1)Tools can cause electrocution / short circuit 1)Ensure there is a regime for checking & 11 D Low Risk
or fire recording hand tools regularly.
2)Not reporting or rectifying damage to tools. 2)Tools can endanger the user / bystanders 2)Designate a person to be responsible for 14 D Low Risk
carrying out these checks who is considered
competent to do so. Medium Risk
3)No effective control 3)Damage to equipment & property 3)Tools found to be faulty must be labeled and 21 C
removed from use until repaired or, if
appropriate, disposed of.
4)Incompetent persons to repair tools. 4)Cause injuries, fire , death 4)Tools should only be repaired by authorised 22 C Medium Risk
competent persons who have received the
appropriate level of training.
4 Use of Electrical hand tools 1)Not checking tools before use. 1)Electrocution / short circuit / Fire/ injury 1)Only tools that have marked and recorded on 13 D Low Risk
a register may be used.
2)Not reporting or rectifying damage to tools. 2)Tools can endanger the user / bystanders 2)Tools must be visually inspected daily before 14 D Low Risk
and after use.
3)Forcing a drill causing bit failure 3)Injuries to user & fellow employees 3)Never force any electrical equipment or allow 14 D Low Risk
equipment & property pressure on the tool to stall the motor.

5 Maintenance of tools. 1) Poor / no maintenance on tools. 1)Electrocution / short circuit / Fire/ injury 1) Ensure proper maintenance of tools. 13 D Low Risk
2) Not doing adequate inspections. 2)Tools can endanger the user / bystanders 2) Ensure proper inspection of tools. 14 D Low Risk
3) Tools not on a register / checklist. 3) No effective control. 3) Ensure tools are on registers & are 14 D Low Risk
inspected.

RISK ASSESSMENT – PORTABLE POWER TOOLS

RISK ASSESSMENT GUIDE – Portable Power Tools

(RA-PPT001)
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Procedure for conducting the Risk Assessment:
1. Identify and list all hazards in the area being assessed.
2. Quantify each hazard i.e. 30kg Packages handled, 200liter diesel or 7 people exposed etc.
3. Identify the Risks associated with each hazard i.e. Back injuries, fire, and electrical shock.
4. Consider the existing control measures and then rank the risk from each hazard, using the scoring chart below.
5. If the risk is Medium or High then further control is required if technically possible. For Low risk further control is only required if economically viable.
6. Any High or Very High risk activity or situation must be rectified immediately.
SEVERITY / CONSEQUENCE INDEX= INJURY+ LOSS+ COST RISK INDEX
PROBABILITY FREQUENCY
INDEX INDEX ACTION
INJURY LOSS COST SCORE CATEGORY
PRIORITY
Permanently Very High
10 Inevitable 10 Fatal 10 No production 10 1 Million plus 10 41-50 A Immediate
present Risk
Almost Permanent total One month R500 000- Arises every 30 Within a
9 9 9 9 9 31-40 B High Risk
certain disability production loss R999 999 seconds month
Permanent slight 3 weeks production R250 000- Arises every 30 Medium Within 3
8 Very likely 8 8 8 8 21-30 C
disability loss R499 999 minutes Risk months
>14 days with
2 weeks production R50000- Arises every 30 Within 6
7 Probable 7 remaining 7 7 7 11-20 D Low Risk
loss R249 000 minutes months
incapacity
More than >14 days with 1 week production R10000- Arises every Very Low Within a
6 6 6 6 6 1-10 E
even chance complete recovery loss R49990 hour Risk year
3-14 days with 1 day production R5000- Arises every
5 Even chance 5 5 5 5
complete recovery loss R9999 shift
Less than < 3 days with R1000- Arises every
4 4 4 50 man-shifts lost 4 4
even chance complete recovery R4999 week
Loss of one or Arises every
3 Improbable 3 3 15 man-shifts lost 3 R500-R999 3
more shifts month
Highly Arises every
2 2 Medical case 2 3 man-shifts lost 2 R100-R499 2
improbable year
Arises every 5
1 Impossible 1 First aid case 1 1 man shift lost 1 R0-R99 1
years
Formula: Probability Index + Severity/Consequence Index + Frequency index = Risk Index (Score)
(Injury + Loss + Cost)

DOCUMENT INFORMATION

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Risk Assessment SHE Risk Department

(RA-PPT001)

Activity Project Name

Portable Power Tools Exxaro

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Method for Safe Use Of Portable Power Tools. (RA-PPT001)

1. Supervisors to supervise use of hand and power tools
2. Always use appropriate tool/s for the task to be performed
3. Always check tools, tool cables and plugs for damage, loose wiring and secure connections before use.
4. Do not connect to power source until all adjustments have been made.

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 5. Check that the power tool leads, cables do not create a tripping hazard.
6. Examine the material to be drilled for splits, loose knots & nails, etc.
7. Select the correct sized drill bit. Tighten securely in the chuck with the chuck key.
8. The power drill must be held firmly with both hands to control operational accuracy and the rotational torque.
9. Keep hands and fingers well clear of moving parts. Avoid blocking & covering the motor ventilation slots with your hands.
10. Allow the drill to reach operating speed, then apply load gradually. Do not apply excessive force.
11. Back the drill bit out to clear away all waste.
12. Avoid prolonged use as this could overheat the motor.
13. Turn off after backing out the drill bit. Do not place the drill down until the bit has stopped rotating.
14. Ensure all hammers and screw drivers are not damaged. Hammers to have tight fitting heads, no blunt screw drivers.
15. All tools to be used according to manufacturer’s specifications. Report and/or remove all damaged / homemade tools.

Safe Work Procedure.

1) When not in use, tools should be kept locked away when not required.
2) Employees are not to leave tools unattended.
3) Access to tools should be kept restricted and only brought for use by competent persons.
4) Access to tools to be restricted to supervised activities only.
5) Ensure correct tools are always used to carry out a specific task.
6) Ensure employees are aware they must use correct tool for the job and not improvise.
7) Ensure there is a regime for checking hand tools regularly and that these checks are recorded.
8) Designate a person to be responsible for carrying out these checks who is considered competent to do so.
9) Tools found to be faulty must be labeled and removed from use until repaired or, if appropriate, disposed of.
10) Tools should only be repaired by authorised competent persons who have received the appropriate level of training.
11) Only tools that have marked and recorded on a register may be used.
12) Tools found to be faulty must be labeled and removed from use until repaired or, if appropriate, disposed of.
13) Tools should only be repaired by authorised competent persons who have received the appropriate level of training.
14) Ensure all inspections are done & inspection lists completed.
15) Store tools in a dry area safe area.
16) Store tools safely in tool boxes to ensuring they can’t fall from shelves or pose a tripping hazard.

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