Risk Assessment: Personal Protective Equipment¶

Document Reference: RA_HO_15
Issue Date: 04/07/2025
Review Date: 04/07/2026
Assessed By: HSQE Consultant Approved By: Aaron Mason

Task/Activity¶

Selection, use, and maintenance of personal protective equipment

Location¶

All operational sites and offices

Persons at Risk¶

All staff requiring PPE
Visitors
Contractors

Hazards and Controls¶

Hazard	Existing Controls	S	L	R	Additional Controls	S	L	R
Inadequate PPE selection	Risk assessment based selection	3	2	🟡 6	PPE matrix, specialist advice	2	1	🟢 2
Poor PPE condition	Inspection regime, replacement policy	3	2	🟡 6	PPE register, automated reminders	2	1	🟢 2
Non-compliance with PPE use	Supervision, disciplinary procedures	3	2	🟡 6	Behavioral safety programme, recognition	2	1	🟢 2
Incorrect PPE use	Training provided, signage	2	2	🟢 4	Refresher training, competency checks	2	1	🟢 2
PPE compatibility issues	Assessment process, trials	2	2	🟢 4	Integrated PPE systems, user consultation	2	1	🟢 2
Storage and hygiene	Designated storage, cleaning guidance	2	2	🟢 4	Personal lockers, cleaning supplies	2	1	🟢 2
Size and fit issues	Range of sizes, fitting service	2	2	🟢 4	Personal fitting, custom options	2	1	🟢 2
Heat stress from PPE	Breaks, hydration, monitoring	3	2	🟡 6	Cooling PPE, work rotation	2	1	🟢 2

PPE Requirements¶

As determined by specific task risk assessments:

Safety footwear
High visibility clothing
Safety helmets
Eye protection
Hearing protection
Hand protection
Respiratory protection
Fall protection

Training Requirements¶

PPE selection criteria
Correct fitting and use
Inspection procedures
Storage and maintenance
Limitations of PPE
Legal requirements

Emergency Procedures¶

Replacement procedures
Incident reporting
Medical assessment (if exposure occurred)
Investigation process

Monitoring¶

PPE audits
Compliance observations
Replacement tracking
User feedback
Incident analysis
Cost tracking

Risk Assessment Summary¶

Risk Scoring Matrix¶

Severity (S): 1=Negligible, 2=Minor, 3=Serious, 4=Catastrophic
Likelihood (L): 1=Remote, 2=Unlikely, 3=Likely, 4=Almost Certain
Risk Rating: 🟢 Low (1-5), 🟡 Medium (6-11), 🔴 High (12-16)

Document Control¶

All risk assessments reviewed annually
Update following incidents or changes
Approved by senior management
Communicated to all relevant parties

APP_07 Hazard Identification Log
MAN01_INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (IMS) MANUAL
APP_12 Training Matrix

These Risk Assessments form part of A M Water Services Limited's Integrated Management System and should be read in conjunction with the IMS Manual (MAN_01) and relevant Standard Operating Procedures.