RISK ASSESSMENT FOR CONCRETE WORKS
Risk Assessment for Concrete Works, available on HSE Documents, is a comprehensive and editable Word document designed for HSE professionals, including Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Supervisors. This ready-to-use template helps identify hazards, assess risks, and implement control measures for concrete activities on site, ensuring safety compliance and reducing workplace incidents. Download it for free and tailor it to your specific project needs.
ACTION / HAZARD SOURCE
1. Delivery of formwork, rebar and concrete
2. Loading/unloading of cut and bent rebar bundles and form work panels
3. Shifting of cut-and-bent rebar bundles and formwork panels
4. Erection and dismantling of formwork panels
5. Storage of form release oil and supplementary plastic material
6. Application of form release oil
7. Installation of steel reinforcement
8. Operation of concrete pump
9. Irritation to bare skin and eye due to splattering of wet concrete
GENERAL RISK / POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES
1. Movement of traffic- potential for accidents, personal injury and environmental damage
2. Crushing of person by reversing vehicle
3. Injury due to lifting equipment failure
4. Crushing may be cause death or permanent disability
5. Collapse of formwork panels may cause death or permanent disability
6. Falling form work while attempting to walk and stand on or use a ladder
7. Volatile organic components and other sources of ignition may cause fire and damage to environment.
8. Skin and eye contact
9. Inhalation of vapour
10. Ingestion of material
11. Back injury due to manual handling
12. Injury to hand and foot due to sharp surfaces of cut rebar and tie wires
13. Injury due to slips, trips and falls on wet, slippery and greasy floors.
14. Death or injury due to falling on projecting rebar dowels
15. Accident due to overturning/collapse of the pump
16. Injury while taking concrete samples from pump hopper
17. Injury due to hose whipping
18. Irritation to bare skin and eye due to splattering of wet concrete.
19. Vibrators connected to the site distribution board may cause electrical shock due to faulty usage and extension cable.
CONTROL MEASURES TO BE TAKEN
1. Coordinate with the project site regarding the delivery location
2. Observe site traffic rules of vehicles
3. Observe proper lifting posture
4. Ask for assistance in lifting heavy things
5. A banks-man or a concrete pump operator must direct the driver while reversing the vehicle
6. Truck mounted mobile concrete pumps and truck mixer must be with warning beeper which is activated when reverse gear is selected.
7. Toolbox meeting shall be held prior to commencement of all activities.
8. Ensure that lifting equipment is positioned on a hard and stable surface
9. Any safety device installed on lifting equipment will be operational.
10. Load will not exceed dynamic and/or capacities of lifting equipment.
11. All Lifting equipment slings and shackles will be examined by the responsible person(s)
12. Prepare a lifting plan.
13. Use only qualified operator.
14. Do not stand beneath a lift.
15. Use personal protective equipment (PPE).
16. Ensure loads are slung correctly.
17. All lifting equipment to be maintained regularly.
18. Lift area to be demarcated to restrict access.
19. Adequate temporary bracing must be in place while initially setting formwork.
20. All form components must be inspected regularly for damage or excessive wear.
21. Walkways systems must be in place along the upper level of formwork.
22. Access ladders or other suitable safe methods must be obtain access to walkway platforms.
23. Chemicals management procedure on storage and handling.
24. Safety Sign board;
25. Fire Fighting equipment.
26. Store materials in accordance with the manufactures materials safety data sheet (MSDS)
27. Protective working clothes, gloves, goggles and eye/face protection against splashing.
28. Portable washing and eye wash facilities to be provided.
29. Personal should wear mask.
30. Sufficient ventilation to be provided.
31. Wash hands before breaks and after finishing work.
32. Each worker will not handle more than 25 Kg
33. Use proper PPE at all times.
34. Forbid access for other personal.
35. Wear safety shoes with non-skid soles.
36. Keep work area clear of trip hazards at all times.
37. Ensure that the working area is well lit, passageways are clearly defined.
38. Place impalement protection caps
39. All the stabilizers must be extended and lowered before the boom is raised.
40. No worker should reach their hands into, or near the hopper while the pump engine is running.
41. Pump operator should never operate a concrete pump without a grate on the hopper.
42. All personnel should remain 3m away from the end of the delivery line until air is exhausted from the system and concrete is free flowing once more.
43. Only one person will be in-charge of giving direction for the movement of the boom.
44. Medical staff as well as appliers to be familiarize with substances used through MSDS and other sources of information.
45. Personal should wear gloves and provide eye/face protection
46. Portable washing and eyewash facilities to be provided.
47. Adequate lighting will be provided to all working areas during night works.
48. Earth leakage switches on all circuits.
49. Routine check for extension cable and sockets.
50. Only qualified personnel shall operate the machine.
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