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Risk Assessment

Area assessment is taking place Warco GH600 Metal Lathe Work Area
Assessment undertaken by Person 1 Aidan Taylor
Person 2 Name 2
Persons at risk Members using the makerspace or working in proximity, visitors to the makerspace

Description of activity being assessed

General use of the GH600 Lathe as intended

Identified hazards

  1. Contact with moving parts of the machine
  2. Snagging of clothing / loose items / hair in moving parts of the machine
  3. Chipping of work material, flying debris, high temperature debris
  4. Distraction while working
  5. Malfunction of machine
  6. Unauthorised or improper use of machine

1. Contact with moving parts of machine

Controls Applied:

  • No individual other than a makerspace member can use the lathe and a member can only use the machine having completed an induction with an instructor designated by Makerspace directors.
  • Makerspace members have clear guidance on what to do in case of injury, including contact with site first aiders and how to contact emergency services.
  • Induction highlights the moving parts of the machine (namely the chuck and steadies) and the risk that they pose. Contact with moving parts of the lathe, safe working angles, start and stop plus emergency stop controls.
  • Add signage to machine that indicates an induction is strictly required before use
  • Add signage to wall with contact number for shop front desk, and list of first aiders in the building (note that first aiders are not available at all times)

2. Snagging of clothing / loose items / hair in moving parts of the machine

Controls Applied:

  • No individual other than a makerspace member can use the lathe and a member can only use the machine having completed an induction with an instructor designated by Makerspace directors.
  • Makerspace members have clear guidance on what to do in case of injury, including contact with site first aiders and how to contact emergency services.
  • Users of this machine must not wear baggy clothing, or clothing that has dangling strings or cords. Long hair must be tied back securely. Snagging in the lathe will likely result in death. Induction must highlight this risk. Signage is on the wall to remind users of this risk.
  • Add signage to machine that indicates an induction is strictly required before use

3. Chipping of work material, flying debris, high temperature debris

Controls Applied:

  • No individual other than a makerspace member can use the lathe and a member can only use the machine having completed an induction with an instructor designated by Makerspace directors.
  • Makerspace members have clear guidance on what to do in case of injury, including contact with site first aiders and how to contact emergency services.
  • Eye protection is strictly required when using this machine. Induction must highlight the risk of not using eye protection. Eye protection is provided in the makerspace.
  • Long (tight) sleeved clothing is recommended when working at the machine. This is highlighted in the induction.
  • Gloves must not be used when using the lathe.
  • Add signage to machine that indicates eye protection must be worn.
  • Eye protection must be stored in a clearly accessible place.

4. Distraction while working

Controls Applied:

  • Members are required to agree to the workshop rules which instruct all users to not distract others while working at any machine (unless there is an immediate danger).
  • Signage on the door instructs members / visitors not to disturb anyone operating a machine by entering the room.
  • No actions required.

5. Malfunction of machine

Controls Applied:

  • Machine is maintained according to the maintenance schedule. Maintenance record is kept up to date on the makerspace Wiki page (link at top of this record).
  • Maintainer checks oil levels of the machine and tops up if necessary. Correct oil is kept in stock at the makerspace.
  • Maintainer cleans the machine and greases moving parts.
  • Any present or emerging faults are logged on the Wiki and raised immediately with the makerspace directors who have the power to stop activities if there is a risk of harm
  • No actions

6. Unauthorised or improper use of the machine

Controls Applied:

  • No individual other than a makerspace member can use the lathe and a member can only use the machine having completed an induction with an instructor designated by makerspace directors.
  • Directors have the power to revoke 'inducted' status if a user is shown to be incompetent or uses the machine inappropriately.
  • The machine is locked off when not in use with a padlocked power switch. The padlock has a combination code which is only shared with members once inductions are complete.
  • No actions
Date of Assessment Review Date
19/11/2022 19/11/2023
riskassessment/gh600lathera.txt · Last modified: by jamesball