Task Assessment
Sport Company of Trinidad and Tobago
Task Assessment –
Replacing Floor Tiles
Health, Safety and Environment Department
Risk Ranking Matrix
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Probability (P) Unlikely Remote Occasional Frequent
(Category 1) (Category 2) (Category 3) (Category 4)
Not likely to occur in the Likely to occur once in the Likely to occur more than Likely to occur several
life of the facility. May life of the facility (e.g., once once in the life of the times in the life of the
occur in one of several like every 50 years). facility (e.g., once every 10 facility (e.g., once yearly).
facilities. years).
Severity (S)
(Level 1)
Insignificant
1 2 3 4
(Level 2)
Minor
mechanical/
equipment accident
with 1-Day lost time 2 4 6 8
injury/illness
(Level 3)
Major mechanical/
equipment accident
with and 2-3 Days
lost Time 3 6 9 12
injury/illness or
temporary
disability.
Catastrophic (Level 4)
Fatality,
mechanical/
equipment accident
with permanent 4 8 12 16
injury/illness or
disability.
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LEGEND
P Probability
S Severity
R Risk Rating – determined from P x R
R* Residual Risk – determined after corrective actions are implemented
ALARP As Low As Reasonably Practicable – the residual risk (R*) shall be as low
as reasonably practicable
JOB TASK HAZARDS HAZARD EFFECT P S R CORRECTIVE MEASURES R* ALARP
IDENTIFIED Y/N
Mobilizing of Manual Handling Strains, sprains, back 3 3 9 Proper lifting techniques to be 6 Y
tools, materials, injuries, nerve joint employed.
and equipment. or bone injuries
Ensure all tools selected are
necessary for the job.
Ensure the area to be worked
and exit points are clear of
obstruction and that safe
access and egress is
maintained.
Transport material using the
shortest and safest route.
Two or more persons should
be used in the movement of
materials and equipment.
Use back brace if necessary.
Preparation of Manual Handling Strains, sprains, back 4 3 12 Proper lifting techniques to be 6 Y
surfaces-Removal injuries, nerve employed.
of existing tiles injuries, joint or
bone injuries
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Equipment to be properly
maintained.
Safety gloves should be worn.
Exposure to dust Respiratory 2 4 8 Use a proper respirator such as 4 Y
ailments/aggravation a N95 respirator while
working.
Exposure to sharp Cust, abrasions, 4 3 12 Be aware of sharp edges from 6 Y
edges punctures broken tiles.
Proper PPE should be used
during the collections process.
Such as safety gloves, safety
glasses, safety boots and
coveralls.
Removal all debris and waste
to a designated waste disposal
area.
Exposure to Nausea, skin 3 3 9 Refer to the MSDS provided on 3 Y
chemicals irritation, eye the chemical container before
irritation use.
Cordon off area to prevent any
unauthorized access.
Ensure that the area has
sufficient ventilation.
Take regular breaks if
necessary.
Installation of Unlevel/uneven Falls, cuts, strains, 3 3 9 Inspect the work area to 6 Y
new tiles surface sprains identify any issues before
commencing work.
Place appropriate safety signs
in the area.
Use appropriate personal
protective equipment (PPE)
including safety footwear.
Improper use of Amputations, 3 4 12 Only qualified persons should 4 Y
powered and non- lacerations,eye operate tools.
powered tools injury, electric shock Instructions on safe use of
(including tile or electrocution powered and non-powered
cutting saw) Exhaust fumes tools should be provided.
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Ensure that tools are properly
and regularly maintained.
PPE should be worn at all times
when using powered and non-
powered tools.
Unnecessary personnel should
not be in the area when using
powered or non-powered
tools.
Poor Slips, Trips & Falls 3 3 9 DO NOT leave the equipment 6 Y
Housekeeping Broken bones, cuts, unattended.
abrasions
Store tools in a safe and secure
area when not in use.
Be aware of the surroundings
by visually inspecting the area
before, during and after work.
The area should be cleared of
any refuse regularly.
Exposure to Dermatitis, allergic 2 4 8 Assess the work area before 4 Y
chemicals reaction, loss of commencing work
consciousness
Provide or refer to the
Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS) for hazardous
substances.
Provide emergency eye wash
facility.
Use PPE provided (e.g.
overalls, N95 respiratorn
safety glasses, safety gloves
coveralls and safety boots).
Manual handling Musculoskeletal 3 3 9 Provide training in safe manual 6
disorders including handling techniques.
sprains and strains
Encourage team lifts where
appropriate.
Use mechanical aids provided.
Flying debris- Eye/Body injuries, 3 4 12 Ensure tools are used to 4 Y
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Ejection of cuts, abrasions specification as provided by
material from the manufacturer.
powered/non-
powered tools
Ensure tools ae in good
working order prior to
commencing work.
Use a safe working distance
between operation and other
workers.
Always be aware of other
workers in the area.
Wear eye protection during all
operations.
Noise Short term hearing 2 4 8 Maintain powered tools to 4 Y
loss, tinnitus reduce noise.
Limit exposure to excessive
noise.
Use PPE (hearing protection)
provided.
Inadequate Breathing difficulties 2 4 8 Ensure all doors and windows 4 Y
ventilation to the area are opened.
Take regular breaks.
De-mobilization Manual Handling Musculoskeletal 3 3 9 Proper manual handling 6 Y
of equipment disorders techniques should be
employed.
Two or more persons should
be used in the movement of
materials and equipment.
Poor Slips, trips, falls 3 3 9 Ensure proper housekeeping is 6 Y
Housekeeping conducted before, during and
after work in the work area.
All refuse should be disposed
of in a designated location.
The work area should remain
cordoned off until the tile work
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has completely dried.
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