GENERAL PROJECT RISK ASSESSMENT REGISTER

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Explore the benefits of the General Project Risk Assessment Register, meticulously designed to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across diverse projects. This essential QHSE document simplifies compliance, promotes workplace safety, and ensures operational efficiency. Perfect for professionals seeking structured, customizable tools to enhance project safety and risk control measures

1.0. Work at Height

1.1. Hazards:

Falls from height
Falling tools/materials.

1.2. Risks:

Severe injury
Fatality.

1.3. Control Measures:

Use fall protection (harness, lanyards)
edge protection (guardrails)
proper ladder inspections
Ensure worker training

2.0. Confined Space Work

2.1. Hazards:

Toxic gases
lack of oxygen
engulfment

2.2. Risks:

Asphyxiation
poisoning
entrapment

2.3. Control Measures:

Conduct atmospheric testing,
provide ventilation,
and have rescue equipment
Trained personnel on standby.

3.0. Electrical Work

3.1. Hazards:

Electrical shock
Arc flash

3.2. Risks:

Burns
electrocution

3.3. Control Measures:

De-energize circuits
lockout/tagout (LOTO)
use insulated tools and PPE

4.0. Hot Work (Welding, Cutting, Grinding)

4.1. Hazards:

Sparks
heat
fire
Explosion

4.2. Risks:

Burns,
Property damage

4.3. Control Measures:

Provide fire blankets
fire extinguishers
hot work permits
Clear flammable materials from the area

5.0. Manual Handling

5.1. Hazards:

Lifting heavy loads
Awkward postures

5.2. Risks:

Musculoskeletal injuries

5.3. Control Measures:

Use mechanical aids
Follow correct lifting techniques
Provide manual handling training

6.0. Scaffold Erection/Dismantling

6.1. Hazards:

Collapse of scaffolds
Falling materials

6.2. Risks:

Crush injuries
Falls

6.3. Control Measures:

Ensure scaffolds are erected by trained personnel
inspect scaffolds regularly
secure materials

7.0. Excavation and Trenching

7.1. Hazards:

Cave-ins
Falling objects

7.2. Risks:

Burial
suffocation

7.3. Control Measures:

Provide shoring
sloping
benching
Conduct underground utility detection.

8.0. Chemical Handling

8.1. Hazards:

Chemical spills,
Inhalation of fumes.

8.2. Risks:

Burns,
Poisoning.

8.3. Control Measures:

Use appropriate PPE (gloves, goggles)
ensure proper labeling
provide MSDS for chemicals

9.0. Working Near Moving Machinery

9.1. Hazards:

Entanglement,
crush injuries

9.2. Risks:

Severe injury,
amputation

9.3. Control Measures:

Install machine guards
provide training
enforce lockout/tagout procedures

10.0. Traffic Management on Site

10.1. Hazards:

Vehicle collisions,
Struck by moving vehicles.

10.2. Risks:

Injury,
Fatality.

10.3. Control Measures:

Designate walkways
use high-visibility clothing
Appoint traffic marshals

11.0. Use of Power Tools

11.1. Hazards:

Electric shock
Flying debris

11.2. Risks:

Lacerations
Eye injuries

11.3. Control Measures:

Inspect tools before use,
Provide training,
Use PPE such as safety goggles
Gloves

12.0. Firefighting and Emergency Response

12.1. Hazards:

Heat
Smoke inhalation

12.2. Risks:

Burns
Asphyxiation

12.3. Control Measures:

Conduct fire drills
maintain firefighting equipment
Ensure proper escape routes

13.0. Painting Activities

13.1. Hazards:

Toxic fumes
Flammable materials

13.2. Risks:

Respiratory problems
Fire

13.3. Control Measures:

Use respirators
provide ventilation
avoid open flames near paint materials

14.0. Noise Exposure

14.1. Hazards:

High decibel noise levels

14.2. Risks:

Hearing loss.

14.3. Control Measures:

Use hearing protection
Implement noise monitoring programs

15.0. Concrete Pouring

15.1. Hazards:

Skin contact with concrete
Equipment failure

15.2. Risks:

Chemical burns
Crush injuries

15.3. Control Measures:

Use gloves
Ensure proper equipment maintenance
Monitor for overloading

16.0. Working in Extreme Weather

16.1. Hazards:

Heat stress
Hypothermia

16.2. Risks:

Fatigue
dehydration
Frostbite.

16.3. Control Measures:

Provide hydration
proper clothing
a work/rest schedules

17.0. Demolition Activities

17.1. Hazards:

Structural collapse
Flying debris

17.2. Risks:

Crush injuries
Cuts

17.3. Control Measures:

Use controlled demolition techniques
barricade the area
Provide PPE

18.0. Ladder Work

18.1. Hazards:

Ladder instability
Overreaching

18.2. Risks:

Falls

18.3. Control Measures:

Inspect ladders before use
ensure three points of contact
Avoid overreaching

19.0. Housekeeping

19.1. Hazards:

Slippery surfaces
clutter

19.2. Risks:

Slips, trips
falls

19.3. Control Measures:

Keep walkways clear
clean spills immediately
provide non-slip mats

20.0. Use of Cranes and Lifting Equipment

20.1. Hazards:

Load falling,
equipment failure

20.2. Risks:

Crush injuries
fatalities

20.3. Control Measures:

Conduct pre-use inspections
follow lifting plans
Ensure proper signaling by trained personnel

21.0. Confined Space Rescue Operations

21.1. Hazards:

Limited visibility
toxic atmosphere
Restricted access

21.2. Risks:

Injury to rescuers
Delayed rescue

21.3. Control Measures:

Train rescuers
provide emergency breathing apparatus
Establish clear rescue plans

22.0. Material Storage

22.1. Hazards:

Falling items
Improper stacking

22.2. Risks:

Injuries from falling objects

22.3. Control Measures:

Stack materials securely
use racks or shelves
Follow weight limits

23.0. Working with Compressed Gas Cylinders

23.1. Hazards:

Explosion
Gas leaks

23.2. Risks:

Burns
Asphyxiation

23.3. Control Measures:

Store cylinders upright
secure them with chains
Use appropriate regulators

24.0. Roadwork Activities

24.1. Hazards:

Traffic
Uneven terrain

24.2. Risks:

Struck-by incident
Slips

24.3. Control Measures:

Use barricades
high-visibility clothing
traffic control measures

25.0. Use of Generators

25.1. Hazards:

Carbon monoxide
Fuel spills

25.2. Risks:

Poisoning
Fire

25.3. Control Measures:

Ensure proper ventilation
regular maintenance
Avoid overloading

26.0. Use of Pressurized Systems

26.1. Hazards:

Sudden release of pressure

26.2. Risks:

Explosions
flying debris

26.3. Control Measures:

Install pressure relief valves
inspect systems regularly

27.0. Soil Compaction Work

27.1. Hazards:

Vibrations
Machine rollover

27.2. Risks:

Vibration injuries
Crush injuries

27.3. Control Measures:

Train operators
use seat belts
Inspect equipment

28.0. Asbestos Handling

28.1. Hazards:

Inhalation of fibers

28.2. Risks:

Respiratory diseases (e.g., asbestosis)

28.3. Control Measures:

Use respiratory protection
isolate the area
Dispose of asbestos as per regulations

29.0. Roof Work

29.1. Hazards:

Fragile surfaces
Falls

29.2. Risks:

Injury
fatality

29.3. Control Measures:

Install guardrails
use fall protection
Conduct roof inspections

30.0. Working over Water

30.1. Hazards:

Drowning
slips

30.2. Risks:

Fatality
hypothermia

30.3. Control Measures:

Provide life vests
use safety nets
Ensure lifeguards or rescue teams are available

31.0. Blasting Operations

31.1. Hazards:

Flying rocks
Vibrations
noise

31.2. Risks:

Serious injury
hearing damage

31.3. Control Measures:

Establish exclusion zones
use blasting mats
Ensure communication with workers

32.0. Erection of Steel Structures

32.1. Hazards:

Falling steel beams
unstable structures

32.2. Risks:

Crush injuries
falls

32.3. Control Measures:

Use lifting plans
secure beams
train workers in proper assembly techniques

33.0. Working with Vibratory Tools

33.1. Hazards:

Prolonged vibration exposure

33.2. Risks:

Hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS)

33.3. Control Measures:

Limit exposure times
use anti-vibration gloves
maintain tools

34.0. Fuel Handling and Storage

34.1. Hazards:

Spills
fire
Explosion

34.2. Risks:

Burns
Environmental damage

34.3. Control Measures:

Store fuels in approved containers
provide spill kits
Enforce smoking bans

35.0. Sandblasting

35.1. Hazards:

Silica dust
Flying particles

35.2. Risks:

Respiratory diseases
Eye injuries

35.3. Control Measures:

Use dust control systems
provide respirators
Enforce PPE requirements

36.0. Temporary Power Supply

36.1. Hazards:

Overloading circuits
Loose connections

36.2. Risks:

Electrical fires
Shocks

36.3. Control Measures:

Conduct load assessments
secure connections
Use circuit breakers

37.0. Tree Felling

37.1. Hazards:

Falling branches
Use of chainsaws

37.2. Risks:

Cuts,
struck-by injuries

37.3. Control Measures:

Use proper cutting techniques
wear chainsaw-resistant PPE
Clear work zones

38.0. Pipe Laying

38.1. Hazards:

Heavy loads
trench collapse

38.2. Risks:

Crush injuries
Entrapment

38.3. Control Measures:

Use proper lifting equipment
inspect trenches
follow lifting procedures

39.0. Temporary Structure Erection (e.g., Tents, Stages)

39.1. Hazards:

Collapse
high winds

39.2. Risks:

Structural failure
injury to workers

39.3. Control Measures:

Anchor structures
inspect materials
consider weather conditions

40.0. Emergency Evacuations

40.1. Hazards:

Panic
blocked exits

40.2. Risks:

Trampling
delays in evacuation

40.3. Control Measures:

Conduct regular drills
ensure clear exit routes
post emergency plans

41.0. Welding at Heights

41.1. Hazards:

Sparks
falling materials
fire

41.2. Risks:

Burns
falls
fire outbreaks

41.3. Control Measures:

Use fireproof PPE
secure welding tools
have fire extinguishers readily available

42.0. Demobilization of Heavy Equipment

42.1. Hazards:

Equipment rollover
struck-by incidents

42.2. Risks:

Injuries to workers
equipment damage

42.3. Control Measures:

Use spotters
follow equipment demobilization plans
inspect the area

43.0. High-Pressure Water Jetting

43.1. Hazards:

High-pressure water streams
Flying debris

43.2. Risks:

Lacerations
eye injuries

43.3. Control Measures:

Provide PPE
maintain no-entry zones
Inspect hoses and nozzles

44.0. HVAC System Maintenance

44.1. Hazards:

Electrical shock
Exposure to refrigerants

44.2. Risks:

Burns
respiratory irritation

44.3. Control Measures:

Isolate energy sources
Use leak detectors
wear appropriate PPE

45.0. Working on Sloped Surfaces

45.1. Hazards:

Slipping
falling

45.2. Risks:

Broken bones
head injuries

45.3. Control Measures:

Use non-slip footwear
secure access points
Install fall arrest systems

46.0. Floor Tiling

46.1. Hazards:

Wet floors
Handling adhesives

46.2. Risks:

Slips
skin irritation

46.3. Control Measures:

Use gloves
ensure proper ventilation
clean spills immediately

47.0. Use of Forklifts

47.1. Hazards:

Overturning
collisions

47.2. Risks:

Crush injuries
property damage

47.3. Control Measures:

Train operators
provide clear pathways
conduct pre-use inspections

48.0. Tree Climbing for Pruning

48.1. Hazards:

Falling branches
Unstable footing

48.2. Risks:

Falls, cuts

48.3. Control Measures:

Use climbing harnesses
inspect trees
provide helmets

49.0. Loading and Unloading Materials

49.1. Hazards:

Falling loads
Improper stacking

49.2. Risks:

Injuries to hands and feet

49.3. Control Measures:

Use proper lifting equipment
secure loads
Follow safe procedures

50.0. Painting in Confined Spaces

50.1. Hazards:

Toxic fumes
fire risks

50.2. Risks:

Respiratory illness
burns

50.3. Control Measures:

Provide ventilation
use fire-resistant paints
enforce PPE requirements

51.0. Solar Panel Installation

51.1. Hazards:

Falls
electrical exposure

51.2. Risks:

Injuries
burns

51.3. Control Measures:

Use fall protection
De-energize panels
Provide training

52.0. Crane Operations near Power lines

52.1. Hazards:

Electrocution
Load swings

52.2. Risks:

Fatal injuries
property damage

52.3. Control Measures:

Maintain safe distances
Use spotters
follow lifting plans

53.0. Sewer Line Cleaning

53.1. Hazards:

Toxic gases
biological hazards

53.2. Risks:

Illness
asphyxiation

53.3. Control Measures:

Provide gas detectors
wear chemical-resistant PPE
Ensure proper ventilation

54.0. Snow Removal Activities

54.1. Hazards:

Slippery surfaces
cold exposure

54.2. Risks:

Falls
frostbite

54.3. Control Measures:

Use proper footwear
wear thermal clothing
follow safe removal techniques

55.0. Working with Flammable Liquids

55.1. Hazards:

Spills
fire
explosions

55.2. Risks:

Burns
environmental contamination

55.3. Control Measures:

Store liquids in approved containers
provide spill kits
ensure fire extinguishers are available

56.0. Operation of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWP)

56.1. Hazards:

Tip-overs
falling objects

56.2. Risks:

Fatal falls
equipment damage

56.3. Control Measures:

Train operators
Inspect platforms
use fall protection

57.0. Cleaning High-Rise Windows

57.1. Hazards:

Falls
Strong winds

57.2. Risks:

Fatal injuries
Broken equipment

57.3. Control Measures:

Use proper safety harnesses
ensure secure anchoring
Monitor weather conditions

58.0. Pest Control Activities

58.1. Hazards:

Toxic chemicals
insect bites

58.2. Risks:

Skin irritation
Allergic reactions

58.3. Control Measures:

Use PPE
Follow chemical handling guidelines
Conduct risk assessments

59.0. Underground Cable Installation

59.1. Hazards:

Electric shock
Trench collapse

59.2. Risks:

Fatalities
Buried hazards

59.3. Control Measures:

Conduct cable detection
follow trench safety practices
de-energize lines

60.0. Demolition of Hazardous Structures

60.1. Hazards:

Asbestos
lead exposure
Structural collapse

60.2. Risks:

Respiratory illness
Crush injuries.

60.3. Control Measures:

Conduct hazardous material surveys
use PPE
Establish exclusion zones

61.0. Handling Radioactive Materials

61.1. Hazards:

Radiation exposure

61.2. Risks:

Cancer
radiation sickness

61.3. Control Measures:

Use shielding
monitor exposure levels
provide specialized training

62.0. Storm Drain Maintenance

62.1. Hazards:

Flooding
Biological hazards

62.2. Risks:

Drowning
Infections

62.3. Control Measures:

Use waterproof PPE
monitor weather
provide confined space training

63.0. Emergency Generator Installation

63.1. Hazards:

Heavy lifting
electrical shock

63.2. Risks:

Injuries
fires

63.3. Control Measures:

Use cranes for lifting,
isolate power sources
follow proper wiring practices

64.0. Soil Sampling for Environmental Testing

64.1. Hazards:

Contaminated soil
heavy metals

64.2. Risks:

Skin irritation
poisoning

64.3. Control Measures:

Wear chemical-resistant gloves
Avoid direct contact
label samples accurately

65.0. Wind Turbine Maintenance

65.1. Hazards:

High winds
falling tools

65.2. Risks:

Falls
equipment failure

65.3. Control Measures:

Use personal fall arrest systems
secure tools
Monitor weather conditions.