BASELINE RISK ASSESSMENT – GENERAL CONSTRUCTION

Company: __________________________

Project: __________________________

Location: _________________________

Date: _____________________________

Assessor: _________________________

Review Date: ______________________

1. Scope of Work

General construction activities including site establishment, material handling, hand tools, power tools, working at heights, excavation, concrete work, bricklaying, and general labour.

2. Risk Rating Method

Likelihood (L): 1–5

Severity (S): 1–5

Risk Rating (RR): L × S

 

Risk Levels:

1–5 Low

6–12 Medium

15–25 High

3. Baseline Hazards & Controls

 

3.1 Housekeeping & Site Conditions

Hazards: Slips, trips, uneven ground, debris.

Controls:

– Maintain clear walkways

– Daily housekeeping

– Adequate lighting

– Mark uneven surfaces

RR: ___

 

3.2 Hand Tools

Hazards: Cuts, impact injuries, misuse.

Controls:

– Inspect tools daily

– Use correct tool for task

– Store tools safely

– Provide gloves

RR: ___

 

3.3 Power Tools

Hazards: Shock, entanglement, flying debris.

Controls:

– Only trained operators

– Check cables and plugs

– Use guards and PPE

– No use in wet conditions

RR: ___

 

3.4 Working at Heights

Hazards: Falls, dropped objects.

Controls:

– Use ladders/scaffolds correctly

– Fall protection where required

– Barricade drop zones

– Inspect equipment

RR: ___

 

3.5 Material Handling

Hazards: Strains, crush injuries.

Controls:

– Use correct lifting techniques

– Team lifts for heavy items

– Use mechanical aids

– Clear pathways

RR: ___

 

3.6 Electrical

Hazards: Shock, burns, fire.

Controls:

– Use only compliant DB boards

– No exposed wiring

– Lockout/tagout

– Use 110V/220V safely

RR: ___

 

3.7 Excavation (General)

Hazards: Collapse, falling into trench.

Controls:

– Shoring where required

– Barricades and signage

– Daily inspection

– Competent supervision

RR: ___

 

3.8 Concrete & Bricklaying

Hazards: Cement burns, dust, impact.

Controls:

– Gloves and eye protection

– Dust masks

– Safe mixing area

– Proper lifting

RR: ___

 

3.9 Environmental

Hazards: Waste, spills, noise.

Controls:

– Waste bins on site

– Spill kits available

– Noise control

– No contamination of soil/water

RR: ___

4. PPE Requirements

– Hard hat

– Safety boots

– Gloves

– Eye protection

– Hi-vis vest

– Hearing protection (as needed)

– Dust mask (as needed)

5. Emergency Preparedness

– First aid kit on site

– Fire extinguishers

– Emergency contact list

– Clear access routes

– Muster point identified

6. Approval

Assessor Signature: __________________________

Client/Contractor Representative: __________________________