CML International (Dubai)

GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENT

ACTIVITY COVERED BY THIS ASSESSMENT WORKING AT HEIGHTS

Significant Hazards Assessment of Risk

Insignificant Low Medium High

1 Falls of persons X
2 Falls of materials X
3
4
5
6
Actions already taken to reduce the risks
Compliance with:
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
Construction (Working Places) Regulations
Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007
The Work at Height Regulations 2005
HSE Guidance Booklets HS(G)33: Safety in Roofwork (out of print) and HS(G)130: Health and safety
for small construction sites
HSE Guidance Note GS25: Prevention of falls to window-cleaners
British Standard BS 1129:1990 Ladders, steps & lightweight staging
Planning:
Work is planned to ensure a safe means of access is provided.
See separate assessments for use of ladders, scaffolding, mobile elevating working platforms and mobile
scaffold towers.
All equipment is provided and maintained to required legal and other standards.
Physical:
Suitable signs and barriers will be positioned directly below works to warn of overhead operations.
Edge protection will be erected at all openings or edges where falls of more than 2m could occur.
Where edge protection is removed for access, or is not practicable, safety lines and harnesses will be
worn by operatives working at or near the edge.
Where there is likely to be debris falling, fans, chutes or full enclosures will be used to protect third
parties.
All operatives working below overhead operations will wear safety helmets.

Managerial/Supervisory:
All equipment used will be checked to ensure it is in good order, to correct specification, and in date for
inspection.
Work will be monitored to ensure that additional precautions and equipment is taken into use if edge
protection is removed.
Other relevant British Standards include:
BS 5845:1991 - Anchors for safety harnesses
BS 8213 Part 1:1991 - Code of Practice for cleaning of windows & doors
BS EN 355, 358, 361-365 - Personal protective equipment against falls from a height
Training:
Training and instruction must be provided to all operatives and supervisory staff involved in the use of
lines and harnesses, and how to inspect and assess PPE of this type before use.

This generic assessment must be completed by the File Ref:

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On each site and each location, the generic assessment overleaf must be reviewed to
ensure that all significant hazards and their risks are identified and controlled. Completion
of this side will ensure that your assessment is both appropriate and complete.

Site/Location: Job Number:

Maximum number of people involved in activity:

Frequency and duration of activity:

Additional specific hazards identified

Additional control measures required:

Assessment of remaining risks: Insignificant Low Medium High

Serious & Imminent Danger Risk identified Yes No
Emergency action required:

Name(s) of competent person(s) appointed to take action:

Circumstances which will require additional assessment

1. Working over water
2. Work from bosun's chairs or requiring abseiling
NB. See associated generic assessments in respect of:
Use of scaffolding, mobile elevated working platforms, ladders and suspended cradles.

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GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENT

ACTIVITY COVERED BY THIS ASSESSMENT USE OF LADDERS

Significant Hazards Assessment of Risk

Insignificant Low Medium High

1 Falls of persons from ladders X

2 Ladder slipping X
3 Objects dropped by ladder user X
4
5
6
Actions already taken to reduce the risks
Compliance with:
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
Construction (Working Places) Regulations
Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007
The Work at Height Regulations 2005
HSE Guidance Booklets HS(G)33: Safety in Roofwork (out of print) and HS(G)130: Health and safety
for small construction sites
HSE Guidance Note GS25: Prevention of falls to window-cleaners
British Standard BS 1129:1990 Ladders, steps & lightweight staging
HSE Guidance Note GS31 - Safe use of ladders, stepladders & trestles
British Standards: BS 1129:1990 - Timber ladders, steps, etc
BS 2037:1994 - Aluminium ladders, steps & trestles
Planning:
Ladders will be checked to ensure correct length, type and condition before use.
Ladders are subject to the planned maintenance programme.
Ladder work is restricted to that which can be carried out using one hand only.
Physical:
.The ground base for ladder use must be firm and level.
The ladder must be of sufficient length to extend 1.05m above the step-off point when used as access to
a scaffold.
The correct angle of rest for a ladder is 75 degrees, or a base to height ratio of 1:4.
Ladders must be secured against slipping, by tying at the top or at the bottom. Ladders may only be
footed as a sole precaution against movement if less than 5m high.
Over-reaching from ladders will be avoided
Managerial/Supervisory:
Supervisors must check ladders before use to ensure they are sound.
Use made of ladders will be monitored regularly, to ensure that operatives are not over-reaching, or
using two hands to work.
Damaged ladders will be broken up or removed from the workplace immediately.
Painted ladders will not be accepted for use.
Managers must check method statements supplied by subcontractors and others, e.g. Window cleaners,
to ensure that ladders will be used correctly and that safe access will be available
Training:
All operatives must be trained in the safe use of ladders and the hazards which are to be avoided. This
will normally be done at induction.

This generic assessment must be completed by the File Ref:

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 SITE-SPECIFIC ASSESSMENT

On each site and each location, the generic assessment overleaf must be reviewed to
ensure that all significant hazards and their risks are identified and controlled. Completion
of this side will ensure that your assessment is both appropriate and complete.

Site/Location: Job Number:

Maximum number of people involved in activity:

Frequency and duration of activity:

Additional specific hazards identified

Additional control measures required:

Assessment of remaining risks: Insignificant Low Medium High

Serious & Imminent Danger Risk identified Yes No
Emergency action required:

Name(s) of competent person(s) appointed to take action:

Circumstances which will require additional assessment

1. If two hands are required to carry objects up a ladder
2. If two hands are required to work from a ladder -
ALTERNATIVE ACCESS EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED
N.B See associated generic assessments in respect of:
Working at heights, and mobile elevated working platforms

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GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENT

ACTIVITY COVERED BY THIS ASSESSMENT USE OF MOBILE SCAFFOLD

TOWERS
Significant Hazards Assessment of Risk
Insignificant Low Medium High

1 Falls of persons X
2 Falls of materials X
3 Collapse of tower X
4 Overturning of tower X
5
6
Actions already taken to reduce the risks
Compliance with:
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
Construction (Working Places) Regulations
Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007
The Work at Height Regulations 2005
HSE Guidance Note GS42 - Tower scaffolds
British Standards: BS 5973:1993 - Access and working scaffolds
BS 1139:Part 3:1994 - Prefabricated mobile access and working towers
Planning:
Only authorised personnel will erect, modify or dismantle scaffolding towers.
Towers should not be specified for use in the vicinity of overhead power lines.
Specification for use of tower scaffolds will take into account the site ground conditions expected,
height restrictions and obstructions.
Work will be tendered for taking into account relevant standards.
Physical:
Towers will be erected by trained personnel in accordance with relevant standards and manufacturer's
instructions.
Ladder access should be internal and fixed to the narrowest side.
Maximum height to base ratios will not be exceeded: 3.5:1 inside use and 3:1 external use without ties.
Ties will be used in exposed or windy conditions.
All tower platforms will be fully boarded and fitted with toeboards and guardrails.
Wheels will be braked or locked when the tower is in use.
Personnel and materials will be removed before a tower is moved.
Manufacturer's advice on maximum loadings will be adhered to.
Managerial/Supervisory:
All scaffolding will be inspected on handover to or from other contractors.
After alteration or adverse weather conditions scaffolds must be inspected by management.
Towers over 2m in height must be inspected every seven days and the results entered in Form F91 Part 1
section A.
All scaffold inspections will be carried out by a competent person.
Scaffolds will be checked regularly to ensure their correct use and that unauthorised adaptations have
not been made.
Training:
Persons erecting scaffolding must be adequately trained. Training may be provided by manufacturers or
hirers, but some proof should be obtained.
Inspections of scaffolding will be carried out only by those trained and competent to do so.
This generic assessment must be completed by the File Ref:
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On each site and each location, the generic assessment overleaf must be reviewed to
ensure that all significant hazards and their risks are identified and controlled. Completion
of this side will ensure that your assessment is both appropriate and complete.

Site/Location: Job Number:

Maximum number of people involved in activity:

Frequency and duration of activity:

Additional specific hazards identified

Additional control measures required:

Assessment of remaining risks: Insignificant Low Medium High

Serious & Imminent Danger Risk identified Yes No
Emergency action required:
(Collapse of scaffolding over 5m in height must be reported as a dangerous occurrence under RIDDOR,
using F2508)

Name(s) of competent person(s) appointed to take action:

Circumstances which will require additional assessment

1. If base to height ratios overleaf are to be exceeded
2. Use of tower scaffolds in the vicinity of overhead power lines
3. If platform loadings will exceed manufacturer's advised limits
4. If erected towers must be pushed by hand a significant distance
NB. See associated generic assessments in respect of:
Working at heights, mobile elevated working platforms, and ladders
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GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENT

ACTIVITY COVERED BY THIS ASSESSMENT USE OF ACCESS SCAFFOLDING

Significant Hazards Assessment of Risk

Insignificant Low Medium High

1 Falls of persons X
2 Falls of materials X
3 Collapse of structure X
4
5
6
Actions already taken to reduce the risks
Compliance with:
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
Construction (Working Places) Regulations
Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007
The Work at Height Regulations 200HSE Guidance Note GS15 - General access scaffolds
British Standard BS 5973:1993 - Code of Practice

Planning:
Only authorised personnel will erect, modify or dismantle scaffolding.
For structures over 5m in height, CITB certification of erectors will be required and checked.
Design drawings will be produced for load-bearing scaffolds and non-standard structures.
Erection will be to BS 5973:1993.
Lighting arrangements will be referred to local authority for structures on the public highway or right of
way.
Physical:
Guardrails and toeboards removed for access will be replaced after access has been gained. Unused
ladder gaps will have them fitted.
Ties removed for any purposes will be replaced or alternative ties fitted, at once.
Debris guards, debris netting and fans will be considered for high-rise scaffolds and those close to public
areas.
Traffic movements will be restricted around scaffold bases.
Excavations adjacent to scaffold bases will be monitored to ensure the stability of the structure is not
affected.
Managerial/Supervisory:
All scaffolding will be inspected on handover to or from other contractors.
After alteration or adverse weather conditions scaffolds must be inspected by management.
Structures over 2m in height must be inspected every seven days and the results entered into Form F91
Part 1 Section A.
All scaffold inspections will be carried out by a competent person.
Scaffolds will be checked regularly to ensure their correct use and that unauthorised adaptations have
not been made.

Training:
Persons erecting scaffolding must be adequately trained. This will normally be verified by production of
a Scaffolder Certificate issued by the CITB.
Inspections of scaffolding will be carried out only by those trained and competent to do so.
This generic assessment must be completed by the File Ref:
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On each site and each location, the generic assessment overleaf must be reviewed to
ensure that all significant hazards and their risks are identified and controlled. Completion
of this side will ensure that your assessment is both appropriate and complete.

Site/Location: Job Number:

Maximum number of people involved in activity:

Frequency and duration of activity:

Additional specific hazards identified

Additional control measures required:

Assessment of remaining risks: Insignificant Low Medium High

Serious & Imminent Danger Risk identified Yes No
Emergency action required:
(Collapse of scaffolding over 5m in height must be reported as a dangerous occurrence under RIDDOR,
using F2508)

Name(s) of competent person(s) appointed to take action:

Circumstances which will require additional assessment

1. Use of slung or suspended scaffolding
2. When scaffold is to carry loads in excess of normal requirements
3 Scaffolds adjacent to overhead power lines, railway property, or over water
NB. See associated generic assessments in respect of:
Working at heights, mobile elevated working platforms and ladders

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GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENT

ACTIVITY COVERED BY THIS ASSESSMENT MOBILE ELEVATED WORKING

PLATFORMS
Significant Hazards Assessment of Risk
Insignificant Low Medium High

1 Falls of persons X
2 Falls of materials X
3 Unintentional lowering of platform X
4 Striking against overhead obstructions X
5 Platform overturning X
6 Vehicles or plant striking platform X
Actions already taken to reduce the risks
Compliance with:
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
Construction (Working Places) Regulations
Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 Construction (Lifting Operations) regulations 1961
HSE Guidance Booklet HS(G)19 - Safety in working with power-operated mobile working platforms
British Standard BS 7171:1989 - Specification for mobile elevating working platforms

Planning:
Control of traffic and pedestrians will be planned.
Platform capacity will be checked to ensure sufficient height and SWL for the work undertaken, before
use.
Where owned by the Company, this equipment is subject to the planned maintenance programme.
Where hired, proof of servicing will be required.

Physical:
The area of work is to be fenced off.
Platforms must not be operated outside limits set by the manufacturer.
The operating area will be firm and level. Stabilisers will be extended before the platform is raised;
platforms are not to be left unattended in the raised position.
Platforms must not be moved until they are clear of loose material.

Managerial/Supervisory:
Platforms require regular maintenance, which must be arranged at appropriate intervals.
Managers are responsible for ensuring that only trained and authorised personnel use the platforms.

Training:
All operatives must be trained in the safe use of these platforms as detailed in HS(G)19.

This generic assessment must be completed by the File Ref:

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On each site and each location, the generic assessment overleaf must be reviewed to
ensure that all significant hazards and their risks are identified and controlled. Completion
of this side will ensure that your assessment is both appropriate and complete.

Site/Location: Job Number:

Maximum number of people involved in activity:

Frequency and duration of activity:

Additional specific hazards identified

Additional control measures required:

Assessment of remaining risks: Insignificant Low Medium High

Serious & Imminent Danger Risk identified Yes No
Emergency action required:

Name(s) of competent person(s) appointed to take action:

Circumstances which will require additional assessment

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GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENT

ACTIVITY COVERED BY THIS ASSESSMENT WORKING WITH MERCURY

Significant Hazards Assessment of Risk

Insignificant Low Medium High

1 Inhalation of Mercury Vapour X

2 Ingestion of Metallic Mercury X
3
4
5
6
Actions already taken to reduce the risks
Compliance with:
COSHH Regulations 2002
Environmental Protection Act 1990
Environmental Protection Act (Duty of Care) Regulations 1991
HSE Publication EH17 (Mercury Health & Safety Precautions)
HSE Publication MS12 (Mercury Medical Surveillance)

Planning:
Mercury is an inherent component in instruments used.
Exposure to mercury occurs only in the event of breakage or spillage.

Physical:
Metallic mercury is a liquid which evaporates at room temperature - its tendency to disperse into infinite
numbers of tiny globules vastly increases the surface area.
In unventilated spaces concentrations of mercury vapour can rapidly exceed acceptable levels.
Ventilate the area and collect mercury by use of vacuum cleaner vented to atmosphere.

Managerial/Supervisory:
All instruments are checked by the Instrument Manager before issue.
All damaged instruments must be returned to Head Office for repair/replacement.

Training:
Personnel are instructed in the use of instrumentation.

This generic assessment must be completed by the File Ref:

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On each site and each location, the generic assessment overleaf must be reviewed to
ensure that all significant hazards and their risks are identified and controlled. Completion
of this side will ensure that your assessment is both appropriate and complete.

Site/Location: Job Number:

Maximum number of people involved in activity:

Frequency and duration of activity:

Additional specific hazards identified

Additional control measures required:

Assessment of remaining risks: Insignificant Low Medium High

Serious & Imminent Danger Risk identified Yes No
Emergency action required:

Name(s) of competent person(s) appointed to take action:

Circumstances which will require additional assessment

Circulation of Risk Assessment

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GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENT

ACTIVITY COVERED BY THIS ASSESSMENT ELECTRICAL TESTING AND

COMMISSIONING
Significant Hazards Assessment of Risk
Insignificant Low Medium High

1 Electrocution X
2 Electrical burns X
3 Fire X
4
5
6
Actions already taken to reduce the risks
Compliance with:
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
Construction (Working Places) Regulations
Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 (EAW)
BS 7671:2001 (latest edition)
IEE Wiring Regulations, 16th edition and guidance
HSE Booklets: HS(R)25 - Memorandum of guidance, EAW Regulations
HS(G)85 - EAW - safe working practices
HSE Guidance Notes: GS38 - Test equipment for use by electricians
GS27 - Protection against electric shock
GS47 - Safety of electrical distribution systems
Planning:
BS 6423:1983 - Code of practice for maintenance of switchgear & control gear up to 650 volts
Work is to be covered by a permit to work system where necessary.
Planning will include liaison with other contractors and those in control of the workplace to ensure that
all are aware of the work to be done.
Only competent persons with suitable test equipment, correctly calibrated, will be involved in the work.
Physical:
Prior to the commencement of work a check will be made to verify that all switchrooms/control rooms
have been cleared of loose materials and that all temporary installations have been removed.
Equipment covers and doors are to be closed and guards refitted to machinery.
Any circuits to be worked on will be treated as live until verified dead. There are no
exceptions to this requirement; experience of employees is irrelevant.
ASSUMPTIONS KILL.

Managerial/Supervisory:
An authorised competent person is to ensure that all precautions and conditions of the permit to work
have been met before signing the clearance to work

Training:
Only authorised and competent electricians having been provided with all the information relevant to the
work will carry out testing and commissioning.

This generic assessment must be completed by the File Ref:

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On each site and each location, the generic assessment overleaf must be reviewed to
ensure that all significant hazards and their risks are identified and controlled. Completion
of this side will ensure that your assessment is both appropriate and complete.

Site/Location: Job Number:

Maximum number of people involved in activity:

Frequency and duration of activity:

Additional specific hazards identified

Additional control measures required:

Assessment of remaining risks: Insignificant Low Medium High

Serious & Imminent Danger Risk identified Yes No
Emergency action required:

Name(s) of competent person(s) appointed to take action:

Circumstances which will require additional assessment

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GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENT

ACTIVITY COVERED BY THIS ASSESSMENT YOUNG PERSONS (16 to18 yr’s)

ON CONSTRUCTION SITES
Significant Hazards Assessment of Risk
Insignificant Low Medium High

1 Falls of persons X
2 Falls of materials X
3 Mobile & Static Plant X
4 Use of Machinery X
5 Electrical Plant & Equipment X
6
Actions already taken to reduce the risks
Persons Name
Persons D.o.B.
Job Description Trainee Commissioning Engineer

Compliance with:
The Health And Safety (Young Persons) Regulations 1997
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
Construction (Working Places) Regulations
Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007
The Work at Height Regulations 2005
Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999
All other relevant legislation and regulations covered by CML Risk Assessments and Method
Statements
Planning:
Assess risks to all young people between 16 and 18 years of age, before they start work.
Ensure the risk assessment takes into account their possible psychological or physical immaturity,
inexperience, and lack of awareness of existing or potential risks.
Introduce control measures to eliminate or minimise the risks, so far as is reasonably practicable.
Ensure the young persons parents/guardians are aware of the risk assessment and provide written
acceptance for the young person to take up employment.
Physical:
N/A
Managerial/Supervisory:
The young persons work will be monitored to ensure that additional precautions are provided if
necessary.
This Risk Assessment shall be regularly monitored and revised to suit any change in site conditions,
work requirements of the young person and training/experience gained by the young person.

Training:
All young persons will be fully trained in construction site health and safety procedures and
requirements by a competent, experienced and qualified supervisor prior to starting work.
Training shall be provided to the young person to enable them to become competent in the tasks which
they will be expected to perform
This generic assessment must be completed by the File Ref:
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On each site and each location, the generic assessment overleaf must be reviewed to
ensure that all significant hazards and their risks are identified and controlled. Completion
of this side will ensure that your assessment is both appropriate and complete.

Site/Location: Job Number:

Maximum number of people involved in activity:

Frequency and duration of activity:

Additional specific hazards identified

Specific Hazard Current Control Measures Additional controls for the young Tick if Risk
Identified person to make sure the risk is control I/L/M/H
adequately controlled measure
applies
Use of General
Office/ IT equipment
Regular Inspection
Portable appliances examined
Young person to be given
instruction and explanation of √ L
and tested equipment to be used
Regular breaks Employer to assess competence
Employer to maintain a clear and of young person to carry out tasks
tidy workplace
Manual handling Appropriate lifting and handling
training
Young person to lift only objects
that are within their acceptable √ L
Personal Protective Equipment capabilities. Instruction on correct
lifting techniques to be provided.
Working away from
base
Hazards to be pointed out
All rules and site regulations
Young person not left on site
alone √ L
explained Procedure in case of separation
High visibility clothing to be worn identified and explained
where applicable
Mobile phone carried
Personal Protective Equipment as
required, including Hi Vis Vest,
Safety Hard Hat, ‘Toe Tector’
Footwear, Safety Glasses.
Working at height or
working below
Ladders used are tied off or
appropriately footed
Young persons do not work above
2 metres fall height including loft √ M
ground level Training must be given for spaces without supervision
working off footstools, step Young people are not permitted
ladders, ladders, access to work below ground
scaffolding and scaffold towers Young persons shall not operate
by a person competent and mobile elevated working
trained to do so platforms
Appropriate site guarding and Young persons shall not work off
edge protection must be access scaffolds or scaffold towers
provided around all openings with supervision
and areas where fall can occur Young persons shall not work from
a harness
Noise
(damage to hearing)
Ear protection provided as
appropriate
Warning notices and the use of
ear defenders explained to young √ L
Visible warning notices person
Falling Objects Personal Protective Equipment
(hard hat) to be worn at all times
Warning notices and the use of
hard hat explained to young √ M
Visible warnings to be provided person
Mobile and Static
Plant
Qualified operators only to use
plant
Under no circumstances must
young persons use or ride on any √ M
Keep area surrounding plant mobile plant.
clear and tidy They must not use any static plant
Personal Protective Equipment Dangers of working with or near
must be worn mobile or static plant explained.
Airborne dust and
fumes
Local ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment
Dangers and tests for airborne
dust and fumes explained to √ L
(Inhalation, allergic (e.g. face masks) must be worn young person
response, General Ventilation Assess suitability for young persons
asphyxiation) with allergic conditions
Trailing cables and
pipework, uneven
Employer to maintain a safe and
tidy worksite
Young person to be informed of
danger areas √ L
ground, adverse Appropriate guards fitted and Young person to be instructed on
weather used safe working practice including no
(slips, trips and falls) running and wearing appropriate
footwear
Use of machinery and
other power tools
Regular inspection
Equipment examined and tested
Young persons must not use any
tools driven by electricity (even √ M
(entanglement , Appropriate guards fitted and 110 volt) air, fuel or explosive
electrocution) used cartridge. They can use battery
Personal Protective Equipment powered tools but must be given
must be worn relevant training.
Young persons must be warned
about the dangers of working
near electrical supply leads.
Confined Spaces Lone working avoided
Communication established
Under no circumstances are
young people to work in confined √ L
Ventilation ensured spaces i.e. tanks, cellars etc.
Tests for noxious fumes or gases where there is no natural light,
carried out ventilation is limited and/or space
to move is restricted.
Hazardous
substances and
Substances to be suitably stored
Used under controlled conditions
Young persons should not use
these materials but when √ L
chemicals Restricted access observing their use personal
Personal Protective Equipment protective equipment must be
must be worn worn.
Professional Control and Removal
of Asbestos
Biological Good occupational hygiene
procedures are followed
Young person must be reminded
of the importance of using gloves √ L
Must have current tetanus and hand washing when working
immunity on mechanical and electrical
Personal Protective Equipment equipment
must be worn including gloves
and masks where applicable
Hot equipment,
materials and liquids
Dangerous areas identified
Heat insulated gloves or materials
Young person to wear as much
body cover as practicable √ L
to be used wherever practicable Personal Protective Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment must be used when observing this
including eye protection type of activity
Testing shall not be carried out on
‘hot’ systems
Testing
Commissioning
and
of
Young person shall not work on
‘LIVE’ electrical plant and
Young person shall wear Personal
Protective Equipment at all times √ M
Electrical Plant and equipment Young person shall be given full
Equipment Young person to be supervised at safety briefing for work on, or near,
all times when working on ‘dead’ electrical equipment by a
equipment competent, qualified Electrician
Young person shall be briefed on
the ‘Permit to Work’ system by the
Supervisor
Any electrical plant, equipment,
cables to be worked on will be
treated as ‘LIVE’ until verified
‘dead’ by an authorised person
and permit in place. There are no
exceptions to this requirement;
experience of employees is
irrelevant. ASSUMPTIONS KILL!
General Works All site works carried out by a
young person must be in
The young persons Supervisor must
explain, and ensure fully √ L
accordance with relevant Risk understood, all CML Risk
Assessments and Method Assessments and Method
Statements Statements applicable to the
project
A comprehensive H&S Induction
shall be given to the Young Person
prior to working on site
Assessment of remaining risks: Insignificant Low Medium High
Serious & Imminent Danger Risk identified Yes No
Emergency action required:

Name(s) of competent person(s) appointed to take action:

Circumstances which will require additional assessment

1. Working over, or around, water
2.

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GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENT

ACTIVITY COVERED BY THIS ASSESSMENT HEAT AND UV RADIATION

EXPOSURE
Significant Hazards Assessment of Risk
Insignificant Low Medium High

1 Dehydration X
2 Prickly Heat X
3 Fainting, Heat Cramp & Heat Exhaustion X
4 Heat Stroke X
5 Skin Cancer X
6 Eye Damage X
Actions already taken to reduce the risks
Compliance with:
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
Construction (Working Places) Regulations
Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007
Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999
All other relevant legislation and regulations covered by CML Risk Assessments and Method
Statements
Planning:
Assess sun/heat exposure risks to all personnel before they start work.
Ensure the risk assessment takes into account their physical condition, health, permanent medication,
age, experience of working in a hot climate.
Introduce control measures to eliminate or minimise the risks, so far as is reasonably practicable.
Arrange work such that the most physically demanding tasks are carried out early in the morning or late
afternoon.
Arrange work such that outside tasks are not carried out during peak sunshine periods (12:00pm to
4:00pm). On most UAE sites all work ceases between 12:00pm to 3:00pm during July & August.
Ensure that all works in confined spaces are not carried out during extreme hot periods. Plan these
works to be carried out at night when it is cool. If not, ensure that suitable mechanical ventilation is
provided to cool down the work space.
Rotate physical work tasks to minimise prolonged periods of intense physical work.
Ensure that Rest Areas are shaded, ventilated and preferably cooled.
Ensure First Aiders are trained to deal with heat related illness.
Physical:
Where possible provide temporary shading in areas of long term activity, e.g. more than one hour in the
same location.
Managerial/Supervisory:
This Risk Assessment shall be regularly monitored and revised to suit any change in site conditions or
work requirements.
Training:
There are no specific training requirements. However all personnel must be regularly advised against the
effects of over exposure to extreme heat and UV. Ensure awareness of sun protection measures and
identification of early signs of skin cancer. Emphasise the need for self examination and early medical
treatment.
This generic assessment must be completed by the File Ref:
addition of specific site details on the following pages GRA. 11 (06.8)
 SITE-SPECIFIC ASSESSMENT

On each site and each location, the generic assessment overleaf must be reviewed to
ensure that all significant hazards and their risks are identified and controlled. Completion
of this side will ensure that your assessment is both appropriate and complete.

Site/Location: Job Number:

Maximum number of people involved in activity:

Frequency and duration of activity:

Additional specific hazards identified

Specific Hazard Current Control Measures Additional controls and first aid Tick if Risk
Identified measures control I/L/M/H
measure
applies
Dehydration Drink plenty of water regularly
throughout the working day. At
Increase consumption of water for
the more physical tasks. √ H
least 2 litres per day.
Prickly Heat Use water resistant sunscreen with
a SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of at
If rash develops, find shade and
keep person cool until rash √ M
least 15. Apply sunscreen before subsides.
commencing work and re-apply
every 2 hours. Use lip balm also.
Avoid skin exposure by wearing
lightweight clothing with long
sleeves and long trousers. Hard
Hats should have neck flaps.
Fainting, Heat Cramp Drink plenty of water regularly If person is feeling faint get them
& Heat Exhaustion throughout the working day. At to stop work and find a shaded √ M
least 2 litres per day. area. Allow person time to cool
Provide temporary shade to the down and take plenty of water.
work place. Manually fan the person to assist in
Stop outside work in ambient cooling them down.
temperatures above 40C.
Take frequent breaks in shaded
areas in ambient temperatures
above 35C.
Take a 10 minute break in a
shaded area every hour in
ambient temperatures above
30C.
Allow new workers time to
acclimatise to hot conditions.
Heat Stroke Note – Heat Stroke can be FATAL
if untreated. Symptoms include
If person is suffering from Heat
Stroke move them into the shade, √ M
hot dry skin, lack of muscle lay them down and loosen
control increased body clothing.
temperature. Wet the persons skin and manually
To prevent Heat Stroke follow the fan them to cool them down.
above control measures for Seek Emergency First Aid or call
Fainting, Heat Cramp & Heat ambulance.
Exhaustion
Skin Cancer Use water resistant sunscreen with
a SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of at
All personnel should regularly self
examine for any abnormal skin √ M
least 15. Apply sunscreen before colouring, wounds that will not
commencing work and re-apply heal, growths or moles that
every 2 hours. Use Lip Balm also. change shape, size or colour. If
Avoid skin exposure by wearing signs exist seek immediate
lightweight clothing with long medical diagnosis.
sleeves and long trousers. Hard Fair skinned people should be
Hats should have neck flaps. warned that the risk for them is
Provide temporary shade to the greater than for dark skinned
work place. persons.
Eye Damage Wear sunglasses (minimum 99%
UV protection) or UV protective
All personnel should have regular
eye tests by a qualified Optician. √ L
safety glasses at all times when
working in sunlight.
Hard Hats must have a brim.
Never look directly at the sun,
even with sunglasses on.
Provide temporary shade to the
work place.
Avoid working in close proximity
to reflective surfaces.
Assessment of remaining risks: Insignificant Low Medium High

Serious & Imminent Danger Risk identified Yes No

Emergency action required:

Name(s) of competent person(s) appointed to take action:

Circumstances which will require additional assessment

1. Carrying out Hot Works in a Hot Climate
2.

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GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENT

ACTIVITY COVERED BY THIS ASSESSMENT SLIPS AND TRIPS

Significant Hazards Assessment of Risk

Insignificant Low Medium High

1 Fall of Persons X
2
3
4
5
6
Actions already taken to reduce the risks
Compliance with:
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
Construction (Working Places) Regulations
Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007
Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999
All other relevant legislation and regulations covered by CML Risk Assessments and Method
Statements
Planning:
Work is planned to ensure a safe means of access is provided.
Introduce control measures to eliminate or minimise the risks, so far as is reasonably practicable.
Use controlled safe routes at all times.

Physical:
Suitable signs and barriers to be provided on designated safe routes.
Where small changes in level cannot be avoided provide ramps.
Ensure sufficient waste bins are provided to prevent waste being discarded and causing trip hazards.
Ensure all work areas are suitably lit.
Provide safety footwear with good grips on the soles.
Use cordless tools to minimise trailing cables.
Ensure all site temporary electrical and lighting cables are run at high level.
Managerial/Supervisory:
This Risk Assessment shall be regularly monitored and revised to suit any change in site conditions or
work requirements.
Training:
There are no specific training requirements. However all personnel must be regularly advised regarding
the risks associated with slip and trip hazards on construction sites.

This generic assessment must be completed by the File Ref:

addition of specific site details on the following pages GRA. 12 (06.8)
 SITE-SPECIFIC ASSESSMENT

On each site and each location, the generic assessment overleaf must be reviewed to
ensure that all significant hazards and their risks are identified and controlled. Completion
of this side will ensure that your assessment is both appropriate and complete.

Site/Location: Job Number:

Maximum number of people involved in activity:

Frequency and duration of activity:

Additional specific hazards identified

Specific Hazard Current Control Measures Additional controls and first aid Tick if Risk
Identified measures control I/L/M/H
measure
applies
Ground uneven. Walk with caution. Wear suitable
safety footwear at all times.
Report to Main Contractor if
ground if especially hazardous. √ M

Safe route block by

debris, waste etc.
If passable approach with
caution. Wear suitable safety
Report to Main Contractor if route
is seriously impassable. √ M
footwear at all times.
Access Route unlit. Report area to Main Contractor.
Do not enter until adequate √ M
lighting provided.
Wet Ground. Ensure you are wearing suitable
site safety footwear with √ M
adequate grip on soles.
Area covered with Walk with caution. Report area to Main Contractor.
trailing cables. √ M

Excavations. Do not pass hoardings/barriers

into areas of excavation.
If access is required into areas of
excavation a Permit to √ M
Work/Access must be obtained
first.
Assessment of remaining risks: Insignificant Low Medium High

Serious & Imminent Danger Risk identified Yes No

Emergency action required:

Name(s) of competent person(s) appointed to take action:

 Circumstances which will require additional assessment
1.
2.

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GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENT

ACTIVITY COVERED BY THIS ASSESSMENT SITE TRAFFIC AND MOBILE

PLANT
Significant Hazards Assessment of Risk
Insignificant Low Medium High

1 Pedestrian Accident X
2 Vehicle Accident X
3 Mobile Plant Accident X
4
5
6
Actions already taken to reduce the risks
Compliance with:
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
Construction (Working Places) Regulations
Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007
Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999
All other relevant legislation and regulations covered by CML Risk Assessments and Method
Statements
Planning:
Control of traffic and pedestrians will be planned.
Introduce control measures to eliminate or minimise the risks, so far as is reasonably practicable.
Use controlled safe routes at all times.

Physical:
Suitable signs and barriers to be provided on designated safe routes.
Where small changes in level cannot be avoided provide ramps.
Ensure sufficient waste bins are provided to prevent waste being discarded and causing trip hazards.
Ensure all work areas are suitably lit.
Provide safety footwear with good grips on the soles.
Use cordless tools to minimise trailing cables.
Ensure all site temporary electrical and lighting cables are run at high level.
Managerial/Supervisory:
This Risk Assessment shall be regularly monitored and revised to suit any change in site conditions or
work requirements.
Training:
There are no specific training requirements. However all personnel must be regularly advised regarding
the risks associated with slip and trip hazards on construction sites.

This generic assessment must be completed by the File Ref:

addition of specific site details on the following pages GRA. 13 (06.8)
 SITE-SPECIFIC ASSESSMENT

On each site and each location, the generic assessment overleaf must be reviewed to
ensure that all significant hazards and their risks are identified and controlled. Completion
of this side will ensure that your assessment is both appropriate and complete.

Site/Location: Job Number:

Maximum number of people involved in activity:

Frequency and duration of activity:

Additional specific hazards identified

Specific Hazard Current Control Measures Additional controls and first aid Tick if Risk
Identified measures control I/L/M/H
measure
applies
Pedestrian Injury. Observe all traffic signs.
Wear Hi-Vis jacket/vest at all
If a safe pedestrian route is
restricted or inaccessible do not √ M
times. attempt to find alternative unsafe
Beware of overhead operations – access. Report any restricted or
do not pass underneath inaccessible safe pedestrian
operating cranes or lifting routes to the Main Contractor.
equipment.
Use safe pedestrian access routes
– do not walk along vehicular
access roads.
Always cross vehicle route at
designated pedestrian crossings.
Do not walk behind reversing
vehicles/plant.
Comply with all instructions given
by Traffic Marshals or Banksmen.
Be aware of the Site Traffic Plan.
Vehicle Accidents. Always park in designated
security controlled site parking
If you have to take your vehicle
on site, follow the designated √ M
areas. traffic routes and abide by the
Be aware of the Site Traffic Plan. speed limits and do not get out of
Never leave your vehicle with the your vehicle unless wearing full
engine running. PPE.
Do NOT drive under the influence If a vehicle route is restricted or
of alcohol, drugs or medication. inaccessible do not attempt to
Observe all traffic signs. find alternative unsafe access.
Report any restricted or
inaccessible vehicle routes to the
Main Contractor.
Mobile Plant. Do NOT drive or operate any
mobile plant unless: √ M
a) you are qualified and
competent to do so
b) you have the necessary
authorisation
c) company confirmation has
been provided that CML
personnel are insured to do so
Assessment of remaining risks: Insignificant Low Medium High
Serious & Imminent Danger Risk identified Yes No
Emergency action required:

Name(s) of competent person(s) appointed to take action:

Circumstances which will require additional assessment

1. Changes to site vehicle and traffic routes.
2.

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GENERIC RISK ASSESSMENT

ACTIVITY COVERED BY THIS ASSESSMENT NOISE

Significant Hazards Assessment of Risk

Insignificant Low Medium High

1 Hearing Loss X
2 ‘Vibration White Finger’ X
3
4
5
6
Actions already taken to reduce the risks
Compliance with:
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
Construction (Working Places) Regulations
Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2007
Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999
Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005
Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005
Planning:
All otherofrelevant
Control legislation
noise will and regulations covered by CML Risk Assessments and Method
be planned.
Statements
Introduce control measures to eliminate or minimise the risks, so far as is reasonably practicable.

Physical:
Where eradication of noise is impractical, hearing protection shall be worn.

Managerial/Supervisory:
This Risk Assessment shall be regularly monitored and revised to suit any change in site conditions or
work requirements.
Training:
There are no specific training requirements. However all personnel must be regularly advised on the
correct use of hearing protection (Ear Defenders) and the ‘Noise Action Levels’.
Noise Action Levels
a) First action lower exposure level 80dB(A) - weekly or daily average
Hearing protection must be freely available to all those who request it.
b) Second action upper exposure level 85dB(A) - weekly or daily average
i) Try to reduce exposure by engineering control rather than hearing protection.
ii) Restrict entry to noise polluting areas through the use of clear recognisable signs
and marked zones.
iii) Provide hearing protection which must be worn in these areas if the noise cannot be
controlled by the above measures or whilst the measures are being carried out.
c) Peak Action level 87dB(A) - weekly or daily average
If all of the above measures do not reduce the noise to below the Peak Action Level then the
workers must be removed from the area of exposure until the noise levels have reduced.

This generic assessment must be completed by the File Ref:

addition of specific site details on the following pages GRA. 14 (06.8)
 SITE-SPECIFIC ASSESSMENT

On each site and each location, the generic assessment overleaf must be reviewed to
ensure that all significant hazards and their risks are identified and controlled. Completion
of this side will ensure that your assessment is both appropriate and complete.

Site/Location: Job Number:

Maximum number of people involved in activity:

Frequency and duration of activity:

Additional specific hazards identified

Specific Hazard Current Control Measures Additional controls and first aid Tick if Risk
Identified measures control I/L/M/H
measure
applies
Hearing Loss. Reduce exposure to noisy work
by preventing access into areas
Follow the guidance set down by
the ‘Noise Action Levels’. √ M
where noisy operations are being Report unnecessary noisy works to
carried out. If you have to shout the Site Supervisor who will request
at someone from a distance of the Main Contractor to assess the
up to 2.0 metres, then the area is noise levels.
too noisy! Seek medical advice immediately
you experience any noticeable
loss of hearing.
‘Vibration White
Finger’
CML personnel should not be
expected to operate vibrating
Do not operate vibrating
machinery or tools unless √ I
machinery or tools. specifically instructed to do so by
CML Site Supervisor.

Assessment of remaining risks: Insignificant Low Medium High

Serious & Imminent Danger Risk identified Yes No

Emergency action required:

Name(s) of competent person(s) appointed to take action:

 Circumstances which will require additional assessment
1.
2.

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Contractor Employee
Subcontractor Other

On-site Assessment
Date: Signature: Name: