I’ve created an example/template design for the Risk Assessment, to get constructive feedback on:
Content
What is included or missing
The layout/design/readability
Is it clear enough
Matrix
Does the matrix have the right levels of severity in the right places?
Other constructive feedback
What else are you thinking?
The idea is to incorporate risk assessment with a safe system of work, to make a readable, and approachable document that fulfils our obligations, but also signposts PPE and has a reminder of the process to using the machine.
I’ve used an example of a Combi Drill from my work RA, but reassessing against the new proposed matrix considering how our members use tools.
Although Risk Assessment (RA) matrices are not required for RA, they are a useful tool for RAs, as such I’ve been reading around and tried to create one for Makerspace that is simple, and would appreciate feedback.
I find matrices are an invaluable tool in thinking through the risks.
When we do these with the volunteering groups everything is about mitigating the risk down to ‘low’, or tools can’t be used. I’d be interested to hear if it’s done differently, and this works.
It’s generally a combination of: an inspection of tool, an nduction, (occasionally close supervision), obligatory PPE, demonstrated safe practice, clear instruction.
