Site Activities Risk Assessment

XCEL ELECTRICAL LIMITED
SITE ACTIVITIES RISK ASSESSMENTS - INDEX

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RISK ASSESSMENT DESCRIPTION
E NUMBER
DECOMMISSIONING AND REMOVAL OF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION XEL001 1
INSTALLATION AND CABLE PULLING XEL002 2
INSTALLATION OF CONDUIT AND TRUNKING XEL003 3
INSTALLATION OF ENERGY MANAGEMENT PANEL XEL004 4
DISPOSAL OF FLUORESCENT LAMPS XEL005 5
INSTALLATION OF TEMPORARY ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES XEL006 6
INSTALLATION / REPLACING OF LIGHT FITTINGS XEL007 7
CHASING OUT FOR CABLE RUNS XEL008 8
ELECTRICAL TESTING AND COMMISSIONING XEL009 9
ELECTRICAL WORK UP TO 400 VOLTS XEL010 10
WORK ON EQUIPMENT CONTAINING PCBs XEL011 11
INSTALLATION OF IONISATION SMOKE DETECTORS XEL012 12
MAINS INCOMERS XEL013 13
UNDERGROUND CABLE JOINTS / INSTALLATION XEL014 14
INSTALLATION OF MINERAL INSULATED COPPER CABLES XEL015 15
ENERGISING FINAL SUB-CIRCUITS XEL016 16
USE OF HARD, WHITE TALLOW AS THREAD CUTTING LUBRICANTS XEL017 17
STORAGE AND MANOEUVRING OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT XEL018 18
WORKING AT HEIGHT – LADDERS / STEPLADDERS XEL019 19
WORKING AT HEIGHT – LOW LEVEL MOBILE TOWER SCAFFOLDS XEL020 20
WORKING AT HEIGHT – ROOFS FRAGILE SURFACES XEL021 21
WORKING AT HEIGHT – PODIUM STEPS XEL022 22/23
WORKING AT HEIGHT – ALUMINIUM HOP UPS XEL023 24/25
WORKING AT HEIGHT – MEWPS XEL024 26
MANUAL HANDLING XEL025 27/28
SAFE USE OF GRINDERS / CUTTERS XEL026 29/30
SAFE USE OF POWER TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT XEL027 31/32
VIBRATION / CUTTING CONSTRUCTION COMPONENTS XEL028 33
SLIPS, TRIPS / HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES XEL029 34
NOISE / OPERATING PLANT EQUIPMENT XEL030 35
SAFE USE OF HAND TOOLS XEL031 36/37

WORKING IN CONFINED SPACES XEL032 38/39
ASBESTOS XEL033 40
DRIVING COMPANY VEHICLES XEL034 41
YOUNG PERSONS – APPRENTICES / WORK EXPERIENCE XEL035 42
STORAGE OF MATERIALS ON SITE XEL036 43
STORAGE AND USE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS XEL037 44
LONE WORKING XEL038 45

DOCUMENT Xcel –sw/cel-003
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CUSTOMER: GF Holding Contractors Ltd
SITE: Marton Mere Holiday Park
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD
XCEL ELECTRICAL LTD – SITE ACTIVITIES RISK ASSESSMENT

DECOMMISSIONING AND REMOVAL OF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
XEL001 Who might be Risk Rating
Priorit General Applied Controls Further action / monitoring
Hazards harmed and how? L S R y
Contact with Operatives and 5 5 2 HIGH Where practical, electrician to be sole key holder to room of Xcel Mgt to monitor exclusion zone
live electrical other site users - 5 decommissioning. Work to be carried out within an exclusion and permit to work / entry system
conductor electric shock zone. is maintained throughout the
work.
The work area is to be signed as live until decommissioned.
To reduce the risk of accidental/unauthorised livening of the

circuit, cables are to be removed
Only trained Xcel Electrical Engineers are to work on the

decommissioning of the installation.
Work on access routes to be restricted to others and subject

to permit to work / entry system.
Accidental or Operatives, other 5 5 2 HIGH All circuit boards within the panel are to be isolated at the Xcel supervisor to monitor locking-
unauthorised site users - electric 5 main distribution board isolators and locked off with a pin off system.
livening of shock and padlock.
the circuit
Removal work is only to commence with everything dead.
Contact with Operatives and 5 5 2 HIGH Building plans, scans are to be used to identify live services. Xcel Mgt to ensure suitable service
services other site users - 5 drawings and scanning devices are
electric Shock Isolate the services to the decommissioning area prior to available.
works commencing.
Carefully locate any live services and identify at the earliest

convenience (only if unable to isolate).
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INSTALLATION AND CABLE PULLING
Cable pulling Operatives - cuts 3 4 1 MED Operatives are to ensure cable runs smoothly in cable Xcel Supervisor to ensure suitable
Through and grazes from 2 containment system. Position to provide a straight pull. gloves are provided and worn.
containment sharp edges of
system cables Mechanical means of lifting for heavy SWA cables to be Supervisor to ensure only suitably
utilised if possible. If mechanical means not appropriate, trained personnel carry out this
Injury to back/other only suitably fit operatives instructed in manual handling undertaking.
muscle groups from techniques to carry out this task. Team pulling to be co-
cable pulling (heavy ordinated and controlled.
SWA cables)
Contact with Operatives and 5 5 2 HIGH Work to be carried out within an exclusion zone. Where Xcel Supervisor to ensure the
live electrical others - electric 5 practical, the electrician is to be the sole key holder to room route is blocked off to other site
conductor shock of installation. users for the duration of the works.
Sign the work area as live once made live.
Prior to making a board live, the zone must be checked to

ensure there is no cable work being undertaken.
Only trained Xcel electricians or competent sub-contractors
Work on access routes to be restricted to others and be

subject to permit to work / entry system.
Accidental or Operatives - electric 5 5 2 HIGH All circuit boards within the panel are to be isolated at the Xcel Supervisor to monitor locking
unauthorised shock 5 main distribution board isolators and locked off with a pin off and testing procedure.
livening of and padlock, (prior to the Energy management panel being
the circuit energised). Start with everything dead.
Once the unit is energised, test each distribution board for
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the zone with lamps to ensure that they are dead.
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INSTALLATION OF CONDUIT AND TRUNKING
Handling and Operatives – cuts 3 4 1 MED Edges to be smooth at ground level prior to installation of Xcel Supervisor to ensure suitable
working with and grazes from 2 conduit, trunking or containment system. gloves are provided and worn
conduit, sharp edges
trunking Edges checked by operatives prior to pulling of cables
or
contain
ment Operatives and 4 4 MED PVC cement to be used in a well ventilation environment in Operatives to be trained and
system other 1 small amounts. instructed in safe use of products.
Site users - PVC 6
conduit Canister to have top fitted once used to reduce risk of
/ trunking system, spillage and contact with ignition source. Product to be kept
exposure to solvent away from heat, sparks, flames and all other sources of
cement vapour & ignition.
flammable risk. 5 4 HIGH Xcel Mgt / Supervisor to plan and
Prior to installation of a conduit / trunking system, proper monitor safe installation routes.
Operatives – working 2 consideration of the products to be installed and associated
at 0 installation practices to be incorporated. Planning to be
height / confined performed based upon this information.
spaces
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INSTALLATION OF ENERGY MANAGEMENT PANEL
Faults with Operatives - Contact 3 6 1 HIGH Turn off utility power at the distribution point where the Xcel Supervisor and operatives to
installation with exposed 8 follow isolation and testing
EMP is to be connected. Be absolutely sure there is no
conductors or power. procedures.
overheating
All installations tested dead (for insulation and resistance)
with a multi function tester prior to being made live.
All temporary and new installations to conform to IEE

Regulations.
Loss of power Other site users – 4 5 2 HIGH Arrange with the Client / Principal Contractor times to isolate Xcel Supervisor to liaise with client
during due to lack of 0 the supply, in order to connect initial / additional circuits to / Principal Contractor regarding
connection possible lighting to the EMP. programming of connections.
work areas / whilst
operating equipment Ensure the Client / PC has communicated to all other
or machinery. workers.
Complete the connection outside normal site hours whenever

Operatives – loss of possible.
lighting / power to
enable installation. Adequate lighting is provided around the EMP installation
area and suitable temporary power to enable safe
installation of equipment.
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XCEL ELECTRICAL LTD – SITE RISK ASSESSMENT

DISPOSAL OF FLUORESCENT LAMPS
harmed Priorit General Applied Controls Further action / monitoring
Hazards and how? L S R y
Broken glass Operatives - cuts 3 3 9 LOW If lamps are to be broken on site, suitable assessment/s must Xcel Supervisor to monitor control
and scratches from be carried out beforehand. measures ongoing.
broken glass /
inhalation of dust In the event of an accidental breakage of a lamp normal
good housekeeping is required, care being necessary to
prevent injury from broken glass.
Suitable PPE to be distributed according to the results of the

assessments.
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Environmental Employees and 4 5 2 HIGH Disposal to be discussed with Client and Waste Authority. Supervisor and operatives to
pollution others exposed to 0 NOTE: Contact local Waste Authority for disposal aware of disposal methods and
substances instructions, if lamp fittings were installed before 1980 as procedures.
hazardous to health, they could contain PBS’s as the dielectric capacitor.
for example: to
solids, liquids or Recycling (preferred method) at suitably licensed and
gases that may be contained sites/for fluorescent and other mercury containing
toxic, harmful, lamps, the sites must be registered for acceptance of
corrosive or irritant hazardous waste. Lamps must be treated as hazardous waste
and separated from other waste. If possible, keep whole.
Absorption / Operatives - 4 3 1 MED For fluorescent lamps the generation and inhalation of Xcel Mgt to distribute suitable and
inhalation inhalation of 2 airborne dust should be avoided when cleaning up; for low- sufficient respiratory protection.
hazardous hazardous pressure sodium lamps avoid skin and eye contamination
substances substances with debris and prevent exposure to moisture.
Suitable PPE to be distributed according to the results of the

COSHH assessments.
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INSTALLATION OF TEMPORARY ELECTRIC SUPPLIES
Electricity Operatives coming 5 5 2 HIGH Sub-contractors competence to be ascertained prior to work Completion certification to be
into contact with live 5 commencing on site. handed to client / principal
conductor. contractor when brought in to use.
Installation to be certified before brought into use.
Site users from Temporary electric supplies to be designed and planned to Systems to be monitored for
contact with live allow for load requirements, environmental considerations, damage and will be checked and
service / equipment. and compatibility of equipment and progress of work. certified every 3 months.
Lockable supply cabinets to form part of the system with

controlled keys. Suspect or faulty equipment is to
be taken out of use, labelled ‘DO
Adequate, suitable signage to warn of hazards to be NOT USE’ and kept secure until
displayed on units. examined by a competent person.
Trip hazards to be avoided by suitable routing of cables. Observe ‘Electrical safety on

construction sites HSG141’
Permit to work system to be utilised if working on live
systems. Lone working is not permitted on live systems.
GENERATORS
If a mains voltage supply is not available and an ac
generating set is to be used during the construction process
particular care is needed to ensure that it is installed safely:
(1) generators need to be earthed, by bonding the neutral to
the frame and connecting to earth;
(2) the impedance of the bonding needs to be low enough to
ensure correct operation of protective devices (fuses, circuit
breakers etc);
(3) and sensitive earth fault protection may be necessary if
earthing conditions are difficult.
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INSTALLATION / REPLACING OF LIGHT FITTINGS
Falling objects Operatives may be 4 4 1 MED Planning to take place prior to work commencing to provide Xcel Management to check to
/ materials injured from falling 6 suitable access equipment for the duration of the task. ensure compliance with control
objects and from measures and suitable access
Falls from falling from height equipment is available.
height Operatives to be instructed in correct type of access
equipment to be used for each task.
Exposure to Operatives or others
contents of - danger from
broken contact with Power supply to be isolated and locked off where possible.
fluorescent contents of broken
lamps fluorescent lamps.
Lamps must be kept whole where possible to avoid the
prevent escape of contents and the danger of broken glass.
Any fluorescent lamps to be disposed as hazardous waste

with the local authority contacted for advice on methods of
disposal.
Others not involved in the activity to be kept away from

installation
replacement area/s
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CHASING OUT FOR CABLE RUNS
Noise Operatives – injuries 3 4 1 MED Power tools with integrated dust extraction to be used for Continuous monitoring of noise
possible: hearing 2 long cable runs. Areas to be zoned off with barriers and and dust levels, assessments
Vibration
loss, VWF and signage to warn of hazards. PPE (ear, eye and respiratory) to arranged as necessary.
Dust inhalation of dust be provided and worn.
Monitor use of PPE.
Where noise and dust in excess of

action levels, job rotation to be
Flying debris / Site users - Injuries 3 4 MED Suitable PPE to worn during chasing out process. Others kept arranged.
from flying debris 1 out of immediate area.
particles 2
Well maintained and suitable chasing-out equipment to be
used for the duration of the task.
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Contact with Operatives – contact 4 5 HIGH Prior to work commencing, surface to be chased to be
other services with live services checked to ensure there are no buried services.
(water, gas, electric, 2
0
etc.) Xcel to obtain any relevant services drawing from the client /
Principal Contractor prior to works commencing.
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ELECTRICAL TESTING AND COMMISSIONING
Fire Operatives and 3 6 1 HIGH Without exception, all circuits to be worked on will be treated Xcel Mgt to check on all controls
others – injury by 8 as live until verified dead. on an ongoing basis throughout
Contact with electric shock with the undertaking.
live resulting burns and Permit to work system to be implemented where necessary.
conductors possible fatalities
Ongoing liaison with other contractors and the client must
Short circuit take place ensure that all parties are aware of the work to be
flash undertaken.
Prior to any work commencing a check must be made to REF:

establish that all switchrooms / control rooms have been
cleared of loose materials and that all temporary installations
have been removed.
Covers and doors of all equipment to be closed and guards

refitted to machinery.
The testing and commissioning of high voltage electrical

equipment is a highly specialised activity and every
installation to be tested by a qualified and trained engineer
to current standards.
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ELECTRICAL WORK UP TO 400 VOLTS
Short circuit Operatives – electric 4 5 2 HIGH Live work to be avoided where possible. If not possible, Qualifications and competence of
flash shock with injury 0 follow assessment procedure as stated in Fig. 1 HSG 85 - all persons carrying out electrical
from burns Electricity at work (Safe Working Practices) and a written, work must be verified by
Contact with safe system of work to be devised. inspection of current qualifications.
live
conductors
Sufficient PPE to be available.
Fire
Access to live conductors to be controlled and appropriate
signage in place. Written safe system of work will be
required for work on complex systems (control, metering and
parallel circuits. A clear access of 1m and insulated tools,
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gloves and matting are to be provided for live working.
Electrical test equipment will be insulated and in date for
calibration. Electricity supply authority seals will not be
broken, and final connections will not be made without
written authority.
Circuits to be worked on will be treated as live until verified

dead without exception.
Live work is only to be carried out by authorised, competent

electricians under direct supervision of nominated
supervisors.
Electricians will not be permitted to work unaccompanied on

live connections above 50 volts A.C. or 120 D.C. (in
accordance with HSG 85) unless specifically authorised, and
good communications are in place. Adequate PPE, first aid
and qualified first aiders are to be available at the workplace
where live work is to be undertaken.
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WORK ON EQUIPMENT CONTAINING PCBs
Polychlorinated
biphenyls 3 4 1
Operatives and MED PCB containers must be checked for leaks regularly and Xcel Mgt to check with Client if any
Inhalation of 2
others – injury to before any maintenance and when equipment is to be moved knowledge of PCB in equipment to
PCB’s (if
health through or transported. be worked upon or removed.
aerosol or
inhalation, ingestion Supervisor to monitor and
material
and or absorption of Where possible, PCBs should be drained by specialist
heated)
PCB’s contractors and replaced with a safer alternative. Equipment
which has been drained is still liable to contain residual PCB's were used as dielectrics in power factor
Ingestion / correction capacitors and transformers from about
Possible contraction amounts and therefore disposal will be subject to 1959 to 1978, it is thought that up to 1,800
absorption transformers and 450,000 capacitors containing
of skin condition Regulations.
through PCB's still exist.
chloracne.
contact with
Drained fluid will be disposed of only by high temperature
PCB’s
incineration in a licensed incinerator with local Waste
Regulatory Authority contacted for details.
Environmental
pollution
PPE for operatives involved in draining or cleaning up spills
will include impervious overalls, gauntlets (heavy duty not
rubber or neoprene) and a respirator (consult manufacturer
or supplier for advice on face mask and filter medium
suitability). Any waste materials resulting from mopping up
must be treated as hazardous waste with advice for disposal
obtained from the local Waste Disposal Authority.
Self contained breathing apparatus or airline breathing

apparatus should be used in high temperatures
environments or confined spaces. PPE must be to a high
standard including eye protection to BS EN 166 chemical
grade.
Operatives to be warned about the hazards of working with
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PCBs, in particular the skin condition chloracne.
The client should be asked to verify if equipment is

suspected of containing PCBs.

INSTALLATION OF IONISATION SMOKE DETECTORS

Exposure to Operatives 1 1 2 LOW Manufacturers state that the detectors are exempt from Xcel Management to ensure that
radioactivity radioactive substances act due to radioactive content being only detectors, exempt from
less than 40kBq. radioactive substances are
purchased.
Not more than 500 detectors to be stored at any premises at
any one time.
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MAINS INCOMERS

Working with Operatives - Electric 3 6 1 HIGH All 400v supplies to be isolated where reasonably Site Supervisor to monitor
Mains Shock (400V) and 8 practicable, locked off and labelled. isolations in place prior to work
Incomers Electric Burns commencing.
A permit to work may be considered in certain instances.
Xcel Management to ensure only
All operatives working with 400V equipment will be suitably operatives with suitable training
trained, competent, personnel in possession of correct tools are engaged on this undertaking
and PPE for this activity. and that permit to work are
utilised where appropriate.
No trainees to work on live equipment.
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UNDERGROUND CABLE JOINTS / INSTALLATION

Working Operatives – may 3 2 6 MED Suitable PPE to be worn during this task. Supervisors to ensure that only
underground sustain injuries trained, competent persons
(eyes/skin) contact undertake the work.
with resin or Ongoing monitoring of the use of
hardener. PPE.
3 2 6 MED Severity only high in any trench where a danger of collapse
Trench may collapse exists (this may only be a shallow trench).
Supervisors to monitor condition of
Where a risk of collapse exists, the trench sides to be trench with regular inspections.
adequately supported.
Only competent, trained personnel to carry out cable

jointing / installation
Suitable PPE (eye and hand protection) to be worn whilst

carrying out the activity.
All cables should be laid at a suitable depth in a bed of sand

and covered with sand and sifted soil before backfilling is
carried out.
Directly above the cable route at a depth of approximately
225mm a yellow cable marker tape with the words ‘’Caution
electric cable below’’, should be installed.
Cable marker tape should also be laid along the route of all
buried electrical services ducts where it is considered that
they are likely to be disturbed in the future.
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INSTALLATION OF MINERAL INSULATED COPPER CABLES

Installing Operatives – 1 1 1 LOW Only competent, trained operatives, wearing appropriate Xcel Management to ensure only
copper cables exposure to PPE, to terminate MIC Cables. fully qualified, experienced
magnesium oxide operatives are engaged in this
dust. Injuries to Manufacturers state no risk is posed from the product when undertaking.
hand from sharp normal safe hygiene practices are employed.
swarf. Supervisor to monitor the use of
PPE and safe hygiene practices are
being followed throughout this
task.
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ENERGISING FINAL SUB-CIRCUITS
Priority General Applied Controls Further action / monitoring
Hazards harmed and how? L S R
Energising Operatives – 3 6 18 HIGH Notify site operatives and other site users prior to circuits Xcel Mgt to check on all controls
final sub- electrocution. being energised. on an ongoing basis throughout
circuits the undertaking.
Live cables "Circuits Live" notices to be positioned on site.
damaged.
Qualifications and competence of all persons carrying out
electrical work must be verified by inspection of current
qualifications.
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USE OF HARD, WHITE TALLOW AS THREAD CUTTING LUBRICANT
Working with Operatives – burns 3 4 1 MED Under normal use, heat produced will be insufficient to raise Operatives instructed into safe use
hard, white from liquefied 2 temperature to dangerous levels. of substances.
tallow substance when hot.
Ingestion of Ingestion of solids in small quantities will not produce
substance adverse effects.
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STORAGE AND MANOEUVRING OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

Unloading / Operatives manual 3 4 1 MED Reduce human involvement by using mechanical handling Plan deliveries with mechanical
Loading of handling goods or 2 methods – e.g. fork lift truck, pallet or pump truck. hoist / plant whenever possible.
materials or being hit via other
equipment site traffic. Minimise the number of persons on loading areas. Xcel Supervisor to ensure PPE
requirement are observed.
Persons falling from Site operatives should wear high visibility jackets (when in
delivery vehicles the vicinity of delivery vehicles or plant), Gloves, hard hats Operatives instructed not to climb
and safety boots in addition to other PPE specified on the back delivery vehicles.
Transporting Operatives and 4 4 1 MED Check the existing environment and route prior to materials Xcel Supervisor to monitor safe
and handling other site users – 6 being transported / moved / handled. route and procedure is maintained
materials / • contact with load as work proceeds and liaise with
Ensure adequate lighting, safe surfaces, adequate width &
equipment to • slips, trip and Client or PC regarding storage
height, temporary site services, etc.
work areas falls zones.
around site • contact with Co-ordinate planned activities with the Client / Principal
substances Contractor.
• overloading work
area Restrict others not involved in the process from the
immediate route / area.
Transport materials along the safest route by mechanical
means when possible:
Handle and store products in accordance with the COSHH
assessment and safety data product sheet/s.
Agree and arrange storage area/s with the Site Supervisor to
allow safe access for other site users. Take care not to
overload working platforms, consider maximum loading
capacity of – tower scaffolds, independent scaffolding,
birdcage scaffold, dead load / live load of floors etc.
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WORKING AT HEIGHT – LADDERS / STEPLADDERS
Falls from a Operative – falling 4 5 2 HIGH Ladders to be used only for short duration work when no Xcel Mgt to ensure correct
ladder from ladder due to 0 other means of access is feasible. equipment is provided for tasks
unsafe working being undertaken.
practices may lead Ladders to be checked before use.
to serious or fatal
injuries No over-reaching when working from the ladder – get down
and reposition it.
Three points of contact to be maintained when working from

a ladder
Working from Operative - may lead 4 5 2 HIGH Ladders to be checked before use. Operatives to be instructed in
an unstable to falls 0 correct use of ladders.
ladder or a Ladders to be erected on a firm base and secured at the top.
ladder
erected at the Ladder angle to be one unit out at the foot to four units in
wrong angle height.
Falls from Operative falling 4 5 2 HIGH Consideration to be given to the use of podium type Xcel Mgt to ensure correct
stepladders from height 0 stepladders. equipment is provided for tasks
due to being undertaken and operatives
incorrect Three points of contact to be maintained when working from are instructed in correct use of
choice of a stepladder. ladders.
stepladder or
incorrect Stepladders to be checked before use.
working
technique A handhold must be available.
may lead to
falls No over-reaching or exerting sideways pressure.
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WORKING AT HEIGHT – LOW LEVEL MOBILE TOWER SCAFFOLD
Use of low Worker falling from 3 5 1 MED Ensure the tower is erected by competent, trained, Xcel Supervisor to check that the
level mobile height due to 5 certificated persons. Certification to be produced prior to mobile tower is hired from a
tower scaffold handrails missing, erection. reputable hire company and only
whilst accessing the competent and trained persons
working platform, Tower to be checked prior to use. erect and dismantle the tower.
whilst erecting the
tower Tower to be tagged to identify as ‘safe for use’, tower to be
inspected by a competent person on a weekly basis.
Materials falling
from the working Top rail and intermediate rail in place.
platform onto
persons or the Internal ladder used to access through the working platform.
ground below
Operatives to alight the tower when moving / hatch closed on
platform.
Exclusion zone to be erected and signed to prevent access to

the work area.
Ensure toe boards are fitted (and correctly secured to the

working platform) if the platform is above waist height.
Work platform checked prior to use and kept tidy to prevent

any build up of materials.
Remove all materials from the platform prior to moving.
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WORKING AT HEIGHT – ROOFS / FRAGILE SURFACES
Working on Operative/s working at 4 5 2 HIGH Suitable means of access to the work area to be provided. Xcel Mgt to ensure correct
roofs or height on roofs / fragile 0 Work on roofs to be assessed for the safest, most suitable equipment is provided for tasks
fragile surfaces - Failure to means of access to the work area, e.g. consider using MEWPS being undertaken and operatives
surfaces - take additional etc. are instructed in correct use of
precautions when work equipment.
working on roofs or If using roof ladders or planks etc., they must be adequately
fragile surfaces may supported and accompanied by suitable guardrails and edge
lead to operatives protection.
falling with possibly
fatal consequences Operatives should NOT access fragile roofs without a safe
system of access.
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WORKING AT HEIGHT – PODIUM STEPS
Use of Operatives – falling 3 3 9 MED Prior to use establish that podium steps are a suitable means Xcel Mgt to ensure correct
Podium from the platform of access to the work area. equipment is provided for tasks
Steps- falling and sustaining major being undertaken and operatives
injuries, possible Ensure platform can be raised to sufficient height to access are instructed in correct use of
fatal the work area. work equipment.
Podium steps are not suitable where excessive pushing or

pulling is needed from the equipment.
Users need to be able to reach the work area without leaning

out of the base of the steps.
Podium steps must only be used on solid, level and flat

surfaces.
Tower must be inspected prior to use.
Wheels must be locked when equipment is in use.
Equipment is not to be pulled along whilst occupied.
Use of Operatives – slipping 3 3 9 MED Steps and footwear must be clean prior to accessing the As above
Podium Steps whilst accessing the tower.
- slips platform, sustaining
fractures, sprains Steps must be positioned correctly to allow for safe access
and strains (between 230mm and 300mm rise in the steps)
Use of Operatives – being 3 3 9 MED Exclusion zone to be erected around the work area to Exclusion zone to be maintained
Podium Steps hit by falling prevent unauthorised access. throughout the task.
– falling materials/objects
materials during installation Do not exceed the safe working load of the platform.
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DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

WORKING AT HEIGHT – PODIUM STEPS CONTINUED
Use of podium Operatives – falling 3 4 1 MED Ensure top handrail is a minimum of 950mm above the Xcel Mgt to ensure correct
from height due to 2 platform level. equipment is provided for tasks
steps –
missing edge missing handrails or being undertaken and operatives
protection to gate used Ensure access gate is securely locked during use. are instructed in correct use of
incorrectly work equipment.
sustaining fractures
and potential fatality
Use of podium Operatives - 3 3 9 MED Erect steps as per manufacturer’s instructions. As above
steps – sustaining fractures
incorrect and potential fatality Before use, inspect steps, platform condition and hooks, step
erection condition and hooks, gate and locking mechanism, wheels
and locking mechanism.
Check frame and welds for any damage and cracks – do not
use if present.
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REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

WORKING AT HEIGHT – ALUMINIUM HOP UPS
Use of Operatives – slipping 3 3 9 MED Use hop ups for low level access only. Xcel Mgt to ensure correct
Aluminium when accessing or equipment is provided for tasks
Hops Ups - descending, Ensure hop up is clean prior to and during use. being undertaken and operatives
slips sustaining bruising, are instructed in correct use of
fractures, sprains Ensure footwear is clean prior to access. work equipment.
and strains
Use of Operatives – falling 3 3 9 MED Ensure the intended floor area for installation of hop up is As above
Aluminium from unstable hop clean and free from obstructions, and that ground area is
Hops Ups – up, sustaining firm.
falling bruising, fractures,
sprains and strains Do not use on poor ground, fragile surfaces or near to voids
All feet on the hop up must be on a firm, flat surface.
Use of Operatives – may be 3 4 1 MED Pre-use checks must be completed prior to use, check As above
injured by collapse 2 platform, catches, legs and bungs. Damaged steps to be
Aluminium
Hops Ups – or from movement removed from site.
structural caused by worn
integrity components or Ensure rubber bungs are in position on the stiles.
failure of steps,
sustaining bruising, Ensure restraints are in position and legs are locked securely
fractures, sprains in position.
and strains
Only Class 1 or EN 131 hops ups to be used.
Safe working load not to be exceeded.
Use of Operatives – may be 3 4 1 MED Hops ups must be fully opened and locked into position prior As above
injured (falls, 2 to use.
Aluminium
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DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD
Hops Ups – sprains, bruising,

incorrect use fractures) due to Manufacturer’s instructions to be followed for the correct set
hop ups not being up.
set up properly

WORKING AT HEIGHT – ALUMINIUM HOP UPS CONTINUED
Use of Operatives – may 3 4 1 MED All obstructions must be removed in order to access the work Xcel Mgt to ensure correct
over-reach, over- 2 area safely. equipment is provided for tasks
Aluminium
Hops Ups – balance or attempt being undertaken and operatives
incorrect use to work too high and The hop up must not take the operative above any existing are instructed in correct use of
sustain bruising, hand rails (950mm between feet and handrail). work equipment.
fractures, sprains
and strains from Do not conduct work that will exert lateral forces on to the
falling hop up.
Hops ups must not be used to gain additional height off

existing work equipment.
Checks should be made to ensure that protruding objects are

not in the work area which could result in the operative being
impaled following a fall.
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

WORKING AT HEIGHT - MEWPs

Mobile Persons over- 3 6 1 HIGH Control traffic and pedestrians, segregate the work area. Xcel Supervisor to monitor for:
Elevated reaching may fall 8
Working out resulting in Ensure MEWP Safe Working load is adequate for the work. Proof of competence from
Platforms major injury or death operatives.
(MEWPs) Obtain proof of maintenance, inspection and testing (LOLER).
LOLER register is completed
Falls of Ensure a safe and suitable environment.
persons or People being hit by MEWP is operated in a safe
materials materials can also Stabilisers in use where necessary. manner and environment.
from MEWP sustain severe
injuries. Not to be manoeuvred at height unless designed to do so.
Striking
against fixed Beware of use of trailing leads for power tools —
structure entanglement or tripping.
Entrapment between
Collision with MEWP and fixed Ensure MEWP cannot encroach into the area of electrical
other plant object resulting in power lines.
crushing or
asphyxiation. Only trained personnel to operate MEWPs.
Striking
electrical Electrocution from Ensure MEWP cannot encroach on or near unauthorised
power lines overhead power areas.
lines
Overturning
platform
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REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

MANUAL HANDLING

Moving loads Operatives – may 4 4 1 MED Operatives to receive training in manual handling techniques Site Mgt to ensure all operatives
Incorrect suffer 6 are trained and instructed in
and to be adequately supervised.
manual musculoskeletal manual handling techniques.
handling injuries from Refresher training to be given where needed or when the job
techniques incorrect lifting changes.
(lifting, techniques
pushing,
pulling etc.)
Weight and Operatives – may 3 4 1 MED Reduce weight of load where possible by breaking it down. Mgt / Supervisor to pre-plan lifting
size of load is suffer 2 operations and monitor
excessive musculoskeletal Use of suitable mechanical aids to assist with lifting and compliance.
leading to injuries from moving.
back, arm incorrect lifting
injuries etc. techniques The use of more than one person to move the load to be
considered.
Environmental Operatives – may 3 4 1 MED Lighting must be adequate. Site Mgt to survey area and
factors (poor suffer slips, trips or 2 provide suitable equipment prior
lighting, falls from Checks that floors are free from debris and that all obstacles to works commencing.
uneven floors inadequate lighting are removed.
etc.) etc
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD
Falling loads Operatives – may 3 4 1 MED Loads should be stable and secured where necessary to Mgt / Supervisor to pre-plan lifting
suffer bodily injuries 2 mechanical aids. operations and monitor
from falling loads compliance.
Suitable personal protective equipment to be worn, e.g.
safety boots/shoes, gloves, etc.

MANUAL HANDLING CONTINUED

Moving loads Operatives – may 3 3 9 MED Working practices to be reviewed to reduce repetitive Mgt / Supervisor to pre-plan lifting
suffer handling of loads. operations and monitor
Moving loads musculoskeletal compliance.
repetitively injuries from Allowance made for adequate rest breaks or changes in
leading to incorrect moving tasks.
muscular techniques Mechanisation of the task to be considered.
injuries
Some Operatives – may 3 4 1 MED Working practices for operatives who may have physical Company to monitor health and
operatives suffer further l 2 weaknesses or disabilities to be reviewed. fitness of operatives for tasks
may have injuries because of given.
health pre-existing medical Sufficient information to be provided on the tasks that such
conditions conditions operatives are given.
that affect
their capacity
to move or lift
loads, leading
to injuries, ill-
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DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD
health etc.
Mechanical Operatives – may 4 5 2 HIGH All mechanical aids to be checked and maintained on a Inspection and maintenance
aids in poor lead to failing and 0 regular basis. regime to be observed for all
condition causing injuries company equipment.
Stipulated safe working loads to be adhered to.
Operatives to be trained in their use and know how to report
faults.

SAFE USE OF GRINDERS / CUTTERS

Failure to Operatives – may Inspection and maintenance

3 4 1 MED All angle grinders and cutters to be checked before use.
keep lead to safety 2 regime to be observed for all
grinders / features not working Any equipment with damaged guards, flexes etc. not to be company equipment.
cutters well used, should be taken out of service and labelled for repair.
maintained All electrically operated tools to have a test label fitted and to
be regularly tested.
A register to be maintained of all grinders/cutters including
their maintenance schedule.
Failure to use Operatives – may 4 5 2 HIGH Operatives to be trained in the characteristics of each type of Operatives to be trained and
grinders and lead to discs 0 disc and their purpose. instructed in correct use of
cutters with shattering and equipment.
the correct causing cuts etc. All work to be assessed and the correct type of cutting or
type of disc grinding disc to be used.
Grinding discs not to be used for cutting procedures.

Failure to Operatives – may 4 5 2 HIGH All users to be trained to be aware of the importance of
3 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD
keep guards lead to injuries if the 0 ensuring all guards are in place. Supervisor to monitor safe use of
in place when disc shatters equipment and correct use of PPE
using All users to wear eye protection to prevent damage to eyes
grinder/cutter from broken discs.
Worn Operatives – may 3 4 1 MED Only equipment with a low level of vibration to be
Inspection and maintenance
equipment lead to excessive 2 purchased / hired.
regime to be observed for all
vibration which may
company equipment.
cause injuries All equipment to be regularly assessed and maintained to
reduce vibration levels.

SAFE USE OF GRINDERS / CUTTERS CONTINUED

Failure to Operatives – may 4 5 2 HIGH All users to be issued with the correct type of PPE. Supervisor to monitor the issue
wear the lead to eye, hand 0 and correct use of PPE.
correct and body injuries PPE to be worn when using equipment.
personal
protective PPE to be regularly maintained and changed when no longer
equipment fit for purpose.
(PPE)
Cutting Operatives – may 4 6 2 HIGH All grinders/cutters to operate at 110 volts to reduce danger Operatives to be trained and
through lead to electric 4 from electric shock. instructed in correct use of
power cables shock causing burns equipment.
or loss of life Users to ensure that leads and flexes are kept away from the
grinding/cutting area.
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD
Failure to Operatives – may 3 4 1 MED Users to ensure that work pieces are held securely. Operatives to be trained and
secure work lead to it breaking 2 Vices, clamps etc. to be provided for this purpose. instructed in correct use of
piece loose and causing an equipment.
accident No work to commence until the user is satisfied that the work
piece is secure.

SAFE USE OF POWER TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
Failure to Operatives – may 3 4 1 MED All power tools and equipment to be checked before use. Inspection and maintenance
keep power lead to safety 2 regime to be observed for all
tools / features not working Any equipment with damaged parts, flexes etc. not to be company equipment.
equipment used, should be taken out of service and labelled for repair.
maintained
All electrically operated tools to have a test label fitted and to
be regularly tested.
Failure to Operatives - may 4 5 2 HIGH All users to be issued with the correct type of PPE. Supervisor to monitor the issue
wear the lead to eye, hand 0 and correct use of PPE.
correct and body injuries PPE to be worn when using equipment.
personal
protective PPE to be regularly maintained and changed when no longer
equipment fit for purpose.
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD
(PPE)
Cutting Operatives – may 4 6 2 HIGH All power tools and equipment to operate at 110 volts to Operatives to be trained and
through lead to electric 4 reduce danger from electric shock. instructed in correct use of
power cables shock causing burns equipment.
or loss of life Users to ensure that leads and flexes are kept away from the
operating contact work area.

SAFE USE OF POWER TOOLS & EQUIPMENT CONTINUED
Worn Operatives – may 3 4 1 MED Only equipment with a low level of vibration to be Operatives to be trained and
equipment cause injuries / lead 2 purchased / hired. instructed in correct use of
may lead to to hand arm equipment.
excessive vibration All equipment to be regularly assessed and maintained to
vibration reduce vibration levels.
Failure to use Operatives – may 4 5 2 HIGH Xcel Site Management to ensure that the correct equipment Operatives to be trained and
the correct cause injuries / lead 0 is used for task/s being undertaken. instructed in correct use of
type of to hand arm equipment.
equipment for vibration Operatives to be instructed in the equipments safe use and
the task the correct PPE to be used.
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD
Use of All operatives, 2 6 1 MED Ensure where possible access to rotating parts is restricted. Operatives to inform management
portable 110v danger of rotating 2 of damaged tools and take out of
hand tools parts, electricity, Ensure all portable appliances are tested. use until repaired.
ejected objects. Operative to complete pre use inspections on tools and
cables. Company management team to
record test dates of equipment
Centre tapped transformers to be used. and re-test as required.
Use battery powered tools where possible.
Impact resistant eye protection to be worn if cutting hard /
brittle materials that are likely to eject particles.

VIBRATION / CUTTING CONSTRUCTION COMPONENTS

Vibration Exposure to 2 4 8 MED Alternative processes to avoid/reduce use of vibrating Supervisor to monitor evidence
From use of vibration can lead to equipment. that tools are being used correctly,
equipment the development of as recommended by the
‘vibration white Design and plan to avoid unnecessary drilling. manufacturer.
finger’ [VWF].
Information on likely vibration emission in use (e.g. from
manufacturer, hire company, databases)
Restrict exposure time (“finger-on-trigger” time)
Hazard to Operatives could 4 4 1 MED Safety goggles (EN 166 B standard) worn as required. Use of goggles to be monitored by
eyes cutting suffer eye injury 6 Xcel Supervisor.
construction through cutting Operatives briefed in use of eye protection for appropriate
components, masonry / steel tasks.
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DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD
etc components, etc

SLIPS, TRIPS / HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES

Slips and Workers / visitors 4 4 16 MED Good housekeeping maintained at all times. Temporary storage locations to be
trips may suffer sprains Waste / debris disposed of in skip. agreed with site manager.
or fractures if they Safety footwear provided to all workers.
trip over waste / Supervisor to ensure that workers
debris. Slips at Safe route to workplace based on construction phase health wear safety footwear whenever on
height could result and safety plan. site.
in a serious fall.
Hazardous Direct skin contact 3 3 9 MED Risk of dermatitis and precautions explained to all workers. Training on how to treat exposure
Substances with the various to be given to all operatives.
substances could Direct skin contact to be avoided, CE marked PVC gloves
cause contact used when handling certain products and substances. Supervisor to keep an eye out for
dermatitis. anyone with early signs of
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD
Good washing facilities on site, with hot and cold water, dermatitis.
Risk of respiratory soap and basins large enough to wash forearms.
problems from Xcel Supervisor to ensure
insulation and First aid includes emergency eyewash. operatives wear suitable PPE / RPE
plaster products.
Operatives to wear correct half face mask for product –
refer to COSHH

NOISE / OPERATING PLANT EQUIPMENT

Noise Workers using noisy 3 3 9 MED Select plant /equipment with low noise level output. Supervisor to monitor and talk to
From use of plant / equipment or Use a less noisy process if possible. site manager if noisy work does
equipment working near others start close by.
doing so, may suffer Wear appropriate ear defenders as task / work equipment
hearing loss. warrants.
Construction phase plan show other trades using noisy work

equipment etc should not be working close enough to cause
problems.
Operating Workers could be 3 5 15 MED Operatives to be suitably trained / instructed in the safe use Xcel Supervisor to check plant /
Plant / injured if they get plant / equipment and hold appropriate competency equipment daily for obvious
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD
Equipment caught in moving certification as required. damage and competency of

parts. operatives.
Plant / Equipment to include all current inspection records
Damage to and reports.
electrics could result
in a shock Site equipment is to be 110volt and PAT tested every 3
months.
3 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

SAFE USE OF HAND TOOLS
Sawing metal, Operative - Using 3 3 9 LOW The condition of saw blades to be checked before use. Managers / Supervisors to monitor
etc saws with damaged evidence that tools are being used
blades such as Saws with damaged blades should not be used. correctly, as recommended by the
missing or broken manufacturer.
teeth can lead to the Periodic hand tool checks to be introduced and faulty or
saw jumping out of damaged items to be replaced.
the work piece and
causing cuts to
hands/wrists
Using electric Operative - Missing 4 4 1 MED Guards to always be fitted and in position. As Above
saws guards or damaged 2
blades, cables etc. Blades to be checked for type and damage before use.
on electrical saws
can lead to injuries The condition of electrical cables to be checked and taken
to hands, eyes etc. out of service if damaged.
Eye protection to be worn.
Using a Operative – Use of 3 3 9 MED Hammer shafts to be in good condition and hammer head is As above
hammer hammers with loose securely fixed.
heads can lead to
impact injuries If damaged do not use. Replace.
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

SAFE USE OF HAND TOOLS CONTINUED
Using files Operative - Using 3 3 9 Always ensure that file handles are secure to the tang. Managers / Supervisors to monitor
LOW
files with damaged evidence that tools are being used
handles can lead to Files with damaged handles to be replaced. correctly, as recommended by the
cuts to hand manufacturer.
Using chisels Operative - Incorrect 4 4 1 Always use the correct chisel for the job in hand.
MED As above
use and storage of 6 Chisels to be well maintained.
chisels or using
damaged chisels can Don’t strike wood chisels with a hammer (other than types
lead to personal designed for this activity, e.g. mortise chisels).
injuries. Keep chisel ends protected when not in use.
Eye protection to be worn where necessary.
Using Operative - Using 3 3 9 The correct size and type of spanner to be used; ring
MED As above
spanners the wrong sized spanners will give a better grip than open-ended ones.
spanner can lead to
Make sure any nuts or bolts have good faces that will allow
it slipping causing
the spanner to grip.
hand/arm injuries
Don’t use excessive pressure and use a releasing agent if nut
or bolt is rusted.
Using knives Operative - Incorrect 4 4 1 MED Consider using a safer, alternative tool to carry out the task,
As above
use of knife can lead 6 e.g. a cable stripper, scissors etc.
to cuts to
Cut away from the body and the hand should be kept behind
hands/arms
the blade.
Kevlar type gloves to be worn to prevent cuts.
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

WORKING IN CONFINED SPACES
Flammable Operatives - danger Prior to any work commencing, assessment to be carried Xcel Mgt to ensure that PPE is
4 5 20 HIGH
atmosphere from explosive out to determine the need for entry to confined space. If provided and worn and that
atmosphere possible, eliminate the need for entry by the selection of hygiene procedures are followed.
alternative work methods.
Training records to be monitored
If entry essential, atmosphere to be tested by detection to ensure up-to-date
equipment prior to entry and on an ongoing basis
throughout the task.
Local exhaust ventilation system to be implemented where

necessary. BA or airlines provided if LEV not possible.
Where no BA is required, emergency BA and rescue
harnesses to be provided. Rescue equipment to include:
lifting equipment, resuscitation facilities, safety lines and
harnesses. Communication system to be established
between surface rescue party and those working in the
confined space.
Permit to work system to be implemented.
Only fully trained operatives and supervisors are allowed to

enter and manage confined spaces. Surface rescue party
to be trained in first aid and operation of testing equipment.
Isolation to be made prior to any work commencing. Utility

Flooding Operatives - danger Flood potential and all isolations to
4 5 20 HIGH suppliers to be consulted for advice if appropriate.
of drowning and be checked on an ongoing basis by
contracting Supervisors throughout the task.
Legionnaires
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD
Disease

WORKING IN CONFINED SPACES CONTINUED
Excessive Operatives – 3 4 12 MED Temperature reading to be taken prior to work commencing Xcel Supervisor to monitor
Heat possibility of being and on an ongoing basis throughout the task. temperature readings on an
overcome by heat ongoing basis throughout the task.
exhaustion
Toxic Gases / Operatives – 4 5 20 HIGH Air to be sampled prior to commencing work and on an Xcel Supervisor to monitor air
Asphyxiation inhalation of toxic ongoing basis throughout the task. sampling on an ongoing basis
gases and ensuing throughout the task.
asphyxiation
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

ASBESTOS
Asbestos Operatives and 4 6 2 HIGH Prior to any work commencing, a written enquiry should be Management to ensure a detailed
others - in contact 4 made to the client to ascertain if there is a possible presence method statement prior to work
with hazardous of asbestos. Where the presence of asbestos is suspected, commencing and will monitor the
substance samples must be taken for analysis by a trained and work on an ongoing basis to
competent person. Only where the exposure to operatives is ensure the procedures are
“sporadic and of low intensity” and where it is clear that followed.
exposure will not exceed the control limit (0.1 fibres/cm3 in
air averaged over a 4 hour period) will work be permitted. Management to ensure that all
operatives training records are up
Work involving asbestos will be covered by a written method to date and will require any
statement prepared in advance of the work. asbestos contractors to produce a
copy of their licences.
Asbestos will be dampened or sealed to prevent fibre
emission during removal. A specific assessment of the work
will determine the appropriate PPE which must be worn. The
Minimum standard of PPE will be disposable overalls with
hood, disposable particulate respirator (type FFP3) and non-
laced boots or disposable overshoes.
Only fully trained operatives and Supervisors will be allowed

to work with asbestos.
Access to work area to be strictly controlled. Asbestos

products to be removed will be double-bagged or placed in
sealed containers for disposal at a licensed tip.
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

DRIVING COMPANY VEHICLES
3 5 15 MED
Road traffic Operatives – injuries All vehicles to be subject to maintenance/servicing Management to ensure that only
accidents following a collision schedule according to manufacturers’ instructions. authorised drivers are driving
with a vehicle company vehicles
Authorised drivers to be given instructions and training for Spot checks of driving licences to
any vehicle with which they are not familiar. take place at regular intervals to
ensure authorised drivers are still
legally entitled to drive company
vehicles.
Damage to As above 3 5 15 MED All accidents/incidents to be reported to Management as Xcel Mgt to monitor reporting of
company soon as practicable. traffic related accident / incidents.
property
Loose objects Drivers – being 3 4 12 MED Where necessary, vehicles to be fitted with suitable storage Xcel to arrange direct delivery
struck by loose to ensure equipment is loaded safely and secured in order from suppliers of materials and
objects to prevent danger to drivers in the event of an accident. equipment to site whenever
possible.
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

YOUNG PERSONS – APPRENTICES / WORK EXPERIENCE
Young Operatives, young 4 4 1 MED This risk assessment must be reviewed whenever young Management has an additional
Persons persons and others – 6 persons are employed. duty of care for young people to
Working injury due to ensure constant supervision and
(under 18 inexperience, lack of The young persons should be assessed in terms of their age monitoring.
years of age) maturity and and experience, their maturity and physique against the task
insufficient to be undertaken.
appreciation of
hazards Any young person should only be asked to carry out a task
for which they are physically capable, where there are no
significant risks.
Levels of supervision must remain high and be provided by

experienced, mature operatives.
3 4 MED
Young persons – 1 Appropriate personal protective equipment must be issued Xcel Supervisor to ensure that PPE
injury through not 2 with training and clear instructions for use. is issued and worn.
wearing / using PPE
correctly
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REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

STORAGE OF MATERIALS ON SITE
Trespassers Children – injured by 4 5 20 HIGH Secure storage for any hazardous substances with entry Xcel Supervisor to check all control
(children) falling prohibited by unauthorised persons. procedures are adhered to on a
materials/objects daily basis.
Falling objects Stores of cylindrical objects to be wedged into a stabilised
position.
Environmental Stacks of material not to exceed a height of 2m unless
absolutely necessary and authorised by site manager.
Pallets not to be stacked at a height of more than 2 lifts.
Guardrails fitted around any storage area where falls from

heights are possible.
All containers to be marked to indicate contents.
Trays and bunds to be provided where necessary to prevent

ground contamination.
Gas cylinders to be stored in an upright position.
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REF:
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

STORAGE AND USE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
Explosion Operatives and 4 5 20 HIGH All possible means of ignition must be excluded from and Xcel Mgt to liaise with PC or client
others – injury from around the vicinity of the storage area. regarding suitable storage area/s
Fire explosion and fire prior to works commencing.
All possible combustible materials must be excluded (so far
as is reasonably practicable) from and around the vicinity of Mgt to ensure that storage
the storage area. facilities are maintained to a high
standard.
Quantity requirements for highly flammable liquids (HFL) to
be estimated for minimum order quantities.
A suitable fire resistant store with signage to be provided.
HFL to be kept in suitable containers with secure lids.
Petrol to be kept in marked plastic containers of 5 litres

maximum.
Containers used will be marked to show that HFL with a

flashpoint of less than 32oC is contained within.
Any spillages to be mopped up straight away with materials

disposed of to a safe place.
Fires must not be started with HFL.
1 Xcel/RA/V2/Jan09
REF:
DATED: 23-11-09
PREPARED BY: JD

LONE WORKING
Lone Working Operative – may 3 4 12 MED All employees are to be relatively fit and healthy. Confidential medical questionnaire
– ill health collapse with to be completed on initial
medical condition Operatives delegated for lone working must be in employment.
with fatality possession of a mobile telephone
Existing employees to be issued
with questionnaire.
All Mgt to be aware of the need for

lone workers to be fit, in good
health and in reasonable spirits
when delegating operatives to
work alone for significant periods
of time.
Xcel Mgt to make contact with

lone workers at least once a day.
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DATED: 23-11-09
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Hazards
Hazards which arise out of the element under assessment should be identified, e.g. falls, sharp edges etc.
Population at Risk - Who might be harmed and how?

The same hazard may represent different degrees of risk for different persons, e.g. members of the public may be at greater risk than site workers. The different
degrees of risk will need different control measures as appropriate, e.g. a member of site staff to direct public away from danger area.
Risk Rating – Likelihood Risk Rating - Severity Risk Rating - Risk

The likelihood of occurrence The severity of harm, which could The product of the likelihood and severity factors should be calculated and inserted to give
should be marked here, with occur, should be inserted here, with the risk, i.e. a number between 1 – 36.
the following ratings: the following ratings:
1. Remote 1. Minor Injury
2. Unlikely 2. Chronic Illness
3. Possible 3. Acute Illness
4. Likely 4. RIDDOR Injury
5. Probable 5. Major Injury
6. Highly Probable 6. Death
Priority
A priority may be assigned to the risk, using the following ranges:
1 – 5. = Low Priority (L)
6 – 16. = Medium Priority (M)
17 – 36. = High Priority (H)
General Applied Controls

Control measures, which will be put in place to control the risk, should be noted.
Further action / monitoring

Any further action or monitoring that is required to ensure that control measures are being applied.
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SITE ACTIVITIES RISK ASSESSMENTS - INDEX

INSTALLATION AND CABLE PULLING XEL002 2

INSTALLATION OF CONDUIT AND TRUNKING XEL003 3

INSTALLATION OF ENERGY MANAGEMENT PANEL XEL004 4

DISPOSAL OF FLUORESCENT LAMPS XEL005 5

INSTALLATION OF TEMPORARY ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES XEL006 6

INSTALLATION / REPLACING OF LIGHT FITTINGS XEL007 7

CHASING OUT FOR CABLE RUNS XEL008 8

ELECTRICAL TESTING AND COMMISSIONING XEL009 9

ELECTRICAL WORK UP TO 400 VOLTS XEL010 10

WORK ON EQUIPMENT CONTAINING PCBs XEL011 11

INSTALLATION OF IONISATION SMOKE DETECTORS XEL012 12

MAINS INCOMERS XEL013 13

UNDERGROUND CABLE JOINTS / INSTALLATION XEL014 14

INSTALLATION OF MINERAL INSULATED COPPER CABLES XEL015 15

ENERGISING FINAL SUB-CIRCUITS XEL016 16

USE OF HARD, WHITE TALLOW AS THREAD CUTTING LUBRICANTS XEL017 17

STORAGE AND MANOEUVRING OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT XEL018 18

WORKING AT HEIGHT – LADDERS / STEPLADDERS XEL019 19

WORKING AT HEIGHT – LOW LEVEL MOBILE TOWER SCAFFOLDS XEL020 20

WORKING AT HEIGHT – ROOFS FRAGILE SURFACES XEL021 21

WORKING AT HEIGHT – PODIUM STEPS XEL022 22/23

WORKING AT HEIGHT – ALUMINIUM HOP UPS XEL023 24/25

WORKING AT HEIGHT – MEWPS XEL024 26

MANUAL HANDLING XEL025 27/28

SAFE USE OF GRINDERS / CUTTERS XEL026 29/30

SAFE USE OF POWER TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT XEL027 31/32

VIBRATION / CUTTING CONSTRUCTION COMPONENTS XEL028 33

SLIPS, TRIPS / HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES XEL029 34

NOISE / OPERATING PLANT EQUIPMENT XEL030 35

SAFE USE OF HAND TOOLS XEL031 36/37

DRIVING COMPANY VEHICLES XEL034 41

YOUNG PERSONS – APPRENTICES / WORK EXPERIENCE XEL035 42

STORAGE OF MATERIALS ON SITE XEL036 43

STORAGE AND USE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS XEL037 44

LONE WORKING XEL038 45

XCEL ELECTRICAL LTD – SITE ACTIVITIES RISK ASSESSMENT

To reduce the risk of accidental/unauthorised livening of the

Only trained Xcel Electrical Engineers are to work on the

Work on access routes to be restricted to others and subject

Carefully locate any live services and identify at the earliest

XCEL ELECTRICAL LTD – SITE ACTIVITIES RISK ASSESSMENT

Sign the work area as live once made live.

Prior to making a board live, the zone must be checked to

Only trained Xcel electricians or competent sub-contractors

Work on access routes to be restricted to others and be

Once the unit is energised, test each distribution board for

the zone with lamps to ensure that they are dead.

XCEL ELECTRICAL LTD – SITE ACTIVITIES RISK ASSESSMENT

XCEL ELECTRICAL LTD – SITE ACTIVITIES RISK ASSESSMENT

All temporary and new installations to conform to IEE

Complete the connection outside normal site hours whenever

XCEL ELECTRICAL LTD – SITE RISK ASSESSMENT

Suitable PPE to be distributed according to the results of the

Suitable PPE to be distributed according to the results of the

XCEL ELECTRICAL LTD – SITE ACTIVITIES RISK ASSESSMENT

Lockable supply cabinets to form part of the system with

Trip hazards to be avoided by suitable routing of cables. Observe ‘Electrical safety on

XCEL ELECTRICAL LTD – SITE ACTIVITIES RISK ASSESSMENT

Any fluorescent lamps to be disposed as hazardous waste

Others not involved in the activity to be kept away from

XCEL ELECTRICAL LTD – SITE ACTIVITIES RISK ASSESSMENT