General Project Risk Assessment Register

GENERAL PROJECT RISK ASSESSMENT REGISTER

Streamline Risk Management with a Comprehensive Register

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.

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