Risk Assessment

Use of soldering irons, reflow station and hand tools for soldering

1. Burns
2. Fumes
3. Cuts
4. Use of lead based solder

Any burns from a soldering iron or reflow station are likely to be minor, but basic measures should be taken to reduce the risk of burns.

• Designated work area for soldering must be kept tidy between use and during use.
• Cables for soldering irons to be unravelled before use.
• Risks in relation to hot air with reflow station must be explained to users - this tool requires demonstration before use.

• Suggest to have some signage to request work area to be kept tidy.

• Fume extractors are provided for use with soldering irons

• None

There is a potential for minor cuts when working with circuit boards, clipping components and using side cutters and other tools in soldering activity

• First aid kits are provided in the room and clearly advertised

• None

Lead based solder is permitted in the makerspace

• Users must wash hands after use

• Signage should be printed and placed on the wall at soldering station reminding users to wash their hands after use of lead based solder