Unit IG2: Risk assessment

Declaration: By submitting this assessment (Parts 1 – 4) for marking I declare that it is entirely my own work. I understand that falsely claiming that
the work is my own is malpractice and can lead to NEBOSH imposing severe penalties (see the NEBOSH Malpractice Policy for further information).

Important note: You must refer to the document ‘Unit IG2: risk assessment – Guidance and information for learners and Learning Partners’ while
completing all parts of this assessment. Your Learning Partner should provide you with a copy, but it can also be downloaded from the relevant
resources section for this qualification on the NEBOSH website.

Part 1: Background

You should aim to complete this section in 150 - 200 words.

Topic Comments
Name of organisation* Sedem Aviation Handling Services
Site location* Qatar
Number of workers 500
Sedem Aviation Handling Services offers ground handling operations at Hamad International Airport
for a range of customer airlines. The company operations encompass passenger and baggage
handling, cargo and warehouse logistics, water and lavatory services, as well as the cleaning of
both the interior and exterior of aircraft and engineering works.
General description of the organisation Currently, the company operates under a three-shift system, which includes morning, afternoon,
and night shifts throughout the week.
The designated shift hours are as follows: 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 2:00 PM to midnight, and 11:00
PM to 9:00 AM. Each employee is granted one day off per week and is entitled to 30 days of
annual leave.
The risk assessment focuses on the designated aprons or ramps where aircraft are stationed for
various ground-related operations. These operations include activities involving engines that
Description of the area to be included in the
generate noise, the manual handling of baggage, equipment utilization, water services for lavatory
risk assessment
maintenance, and aircraft fuselage cleaning. Additionally, the assessment encompasses
warehouse operations, particularly concerning equipment and chemical handling.
The organization has established a safety management system that delivers training to
Any other relevant information
employees regarding workplace safety and emergency procedures.
* If you’re worried about confidentiality, you can invent a false name and location for your organization but, all other information provided must be
factual.

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You should aim to complete this section in 100 - 200 words.
Note: this section can be completed after you have completed your risk assessment.
Outline how the risk assessment was carried The risk assessment was carried out with the consultation of experts in aviation and aircraft
out this should include: engineering. The experts interacted with workers and consulted other players in the industry to
 sources of information consulted; compile a comprehensive risk assessment manual that highlights all the possible risks or hazards
 who you spoke to; and and how to mitigate and prevent them respectively. Also, already existing manuals and risk
 how you identified: assessment journals on aviation management were reviewed as part of the risk assessment
- the hazards; procedures. Employees engaged through face-to-face and online meetings, memos, and emails
- what is already being done; and to source their views and experiences related to risks and dangers faced. Currently, training
- any additional controls/actions that sessions are conducted for new and old recruits, and effective communication procedures are
may be required. instituted based on current trends and advancements in technology. The inspection, observation,
and suggestion box approaches are also used to identify risk and gather various perspectives
from all areas of operations

Part 2: Risk Assessment

Organisation name: Sedem Aviation Handling Services
Date of assessment: 25 March 2025
Scope of risk assessment: aviation and aircraft ground handling operations

Hazard Who might be harmed What are you already doing? What further controls/actions are Timescales for Responsible
category and and how? required? further actions person’s job title
hazard to be
completed
(within …)
Noise Ground staff and Regular training sessions for - Develop comprehensive training
Excessive noise passengers: all personnel on the effects of programs for new hires that focus on
from aircraft prolonged exposure to noise, effective noise awareness and emergency 3 months Training manager
generated by jet loud and heavy noise communication practices, and response in high-noise environments.
engines, ground can impair hearing and the significance of personal
vehicles, and lead to hearing loss. protective equipment (PPE) - Establish a robust and efficient Safety manager
radio Loud noise can also usage are highly beneficial. safety system that encourages staff 6 months
communications cause stress and fatigue. Ensuring that all employees to report noise-related issues or

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 Hazard Who might be harmed What are you already doing? What further controls/actions are Timescales for Responsible
category and and how? required? further actions person’s job title
hazard to be
completed
(within …)
engaged in aircraft operations suggest improvements.
are provided with suitable - Enforce strict compliance with
PPE, such as earplugs or safety protocols and develop a safety 2 months Supervisors/safety
earmuffs, fosters a safer work checklist. officer
environment. In addition,
prioritizing routine - Invest in modern aircraft and 8 months Finance manager
maintenance of equipment equipment that generate less noise.
and engines not only helps in
reducing noise levels but also
contributes to overall
operational efficiency. The
installation of soundproof
barriers offers an innovative
approach to enhancing noise
control within the workplace.
Vibration: Ground staff: . Consistently performing
Vibrations from Prolonged exposure to maintenance on aircraft
aircraft engines equipment and vehicle engines and ground vehicles
and vibrations vibrations can result in to minimize excessive
from ground musculoskeletal disorders. vibrations caused by
vehicles. Regular exposure to mechanical issues.
vibrations may weaken grip
.Provide workers with
strength and dexterity in
appropriate personal
the hands.
protective equipment (PPE),
such as anti-vibration gloves,
to help reduce the impact of
vibration on their hands and
arms.

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 Hazard Who might be harmed What are you already doing? What further controls/actions are Timescales for Responsible
category and and how? required? further actions person’s job title
hazard to be
completed
(within …)
Provide thorough training on
vibration exposure risks and
safe practices. Educate
workers on proper handling
techniques and the necessity
of taking breaks to minimize
exposure.

GSE Upgrades: Modernizing

older ground support
equipment with newer models
designed to minimize
vibrations..

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 Hazard Who might be harmed What are you already doing? What further controls/actions are Timescales for Responsible
category and and how? required? further actions person’s job title
hazard to be
completed
(within …)

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 Hazard Who might be harmed What are you already doing? What further controls/actions are Timescales for Responsible
category and and how? required? further actions person’s job title
hazard to be
completed
(within …)

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Part 3: Prioritise 3 actions with justification for the selection
Suggested word counts
Moral, general legal and financial arguments for all actions: 300 to 350 words
For EACH action:
Specific legal arguments: 100 to 150 words
Likelihood AND severity: 75 to 150 words
How effective the action is likely to be in controlling the risk: 100 to 150 words

Moral, general legal and financial arguments for ALL actions

Moral, general legal and financial Sedem Aviation Handling Services has a moral obligation to protect all its workers. Our employees come to
arguments work to earn a wage, not to face the risk of falling ill, both now and in the future, due to their work activities.
Certain health conditions or injuries can have a significant impact on the lives of workers and their families
and friends. Long-term injuries or ill health can also adversely affect our workers’ mental health. Additionally,
the mental well-being of other employees could be impacted if they witness serious injuries to their
colleagues.
Sedem Aviation Handling Services is legally required to ensure the safety and health of its workers under the
ILO’s Safety and Health Convention (C155).
The financial implications of worker injuries can be categorized into three areas:
1. Costs associated with injured workers, including sick pay, wages for replacement workers, medical
expenses, and lost working time.
2. Replacement costs for equipment and infrastructure. For example, if control is lost over a vehicle moving
around the apron and it crashes into one of the garage walls.
3. Costs related to enforcement actions.
Possible enforcement actions that Sedem Aviation Handling Services could face include prohibition notices
(which halt all work on a specific activity) or improvement notices (which require issues to be resolved within a
certain timeframe) issued by regulators. Such actions could significantly impact the organization if these
activities must be suspended.
Additionally, the organization could be subject to civil claims from workers who become ill due to work-related
activities. Some of these claims may arise years after an employee has left Sedem Aviation Handling
Services. The compensation amounts for civil claims can be substantial, and legal fees (including attorneys
and court costs) are likely to be very high. It is important to note that many of these costs may not be

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 recoverable from the insurance company.
If a serious incident occurs, the company’s reputation could suffer significantly, potentially leading to the loss
of contracts, particularly in the insurance sector.

Justification for action 1

Action (Taken from column 4 of risk
assessment)

Specific legal arguments

Consideration of likelihood AND severity

 types of injury or ill health
 number of workers at risk
 how often the activity is carried
out
 how widespread the risk is
How effective the action is likely to be in
controlling the risk. This should include:
 the intended impact of the action;
 justification for the timescale that
you indicated in your risk
assessment; and
 whether you think the action will
fully control the risk

Justification for action 2

Action (Taken from column 4 of risk
assessment)

Specific legal arguments

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 Consideration of likelihood AND severity
 types of injury or ill health
 number of workers at risk
 how often the activity is carried
out
 how widespread the risk is
How effective the action is likely to be in
controlling the risk. This should include:
 the intended impact of the action;
 justification for the timescale that
you indicated in your risk
assessment; and
 whether you think the action will
fully control the risk

Justification for action 3

Action (Taken from column 4 of risk
assessment)

Specific legal arguments

Consideration of likelihood AND severity

 types of injury or ill health
 number of workers at risk
 how often the activity is carried
out
 how widespread the risk is
How effective the action is likely to be in
controlling the risk. This should include:
 the intended impact of the action;
 justification for the timescale that

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 you indicated in your risk
assessment; and
 whether you think the action will
fully control the risk

Part 4: Review, communicate and check

Suggested word counts for each section:
 Planned review date or period and reasoning for this: 50 - 100 words
 How the risk assessment findings will be communicated and who needs to know the information: 100 - 150 words
 Follow up on the risk assessment: 100 - 150 words.
Planned review date/period with Company policy is to review risk assessments at least every 12 months. I therefore set the review date for 12
reasoning months - 25 March 2026

How the risk assessment findings will be Avenues such as staff meetings, workshops, and safety briefings of workers, their supervisors, and
communicated AND who you need to tell safety officers would be used to communicate discoveries made during reviews. Other avenues
such as emails and memo safety boards would also be used to make sure all employees receive
current information to reaffirm a sense of responsibility for safety among everyone. Communication
must also be timely to ensure that issues that need to be realized and corrected are resolved to
avert any possible risk or accident. The communication must also be clear and made in simple
language and symbols if any to ensure easy understanding by all

How you will follow up on the risk Safety managers and supervisors would undertake frequent follow-ups, observations, and checks
assessment to check that the actions to ensure adherence to the new standards or guidelines. To establish continuous improvements
have been carried out and easy adjustment to safety measures in accordance with reality, arranged feedback meetings
would assist in sourcing opinions from employees. Follow-ups could also be done through memos,
emails, and other remote avenues to reduce time taken off the job by supervisors or employees to
follow up on new directories or requests made. Risk assessment follow-ups could be done regularly
to ensure issues are detected early and the necessary arrangements are made to curtail them to
prevent any accidents or serious fatalities like death, damage to aircraft, etc

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