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Risk Assessment

Area assessment is taking place Ultrasonic Cleaners
Assessment undertaken by Person 1 Gareth Williams
Person 2
Persons at risk Members using the makerspace or working in proximity, visitors to the makerspace

Description of activity being assessed

Cleaning items with the Ultrasonic Cleaners.

Identified hazards

  1. Misuse of machine leading to injury including use of hot liquids
  2. Electric shock due to use of liquids near electrical equipment

1. Misuse of machine leading to injury including use of hot liquids

Controls Applied:

  • No individual other than a makerspace member can use the bandsaw 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 should read the instruction manual for directions on safe operating of the machine
  • 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. Electric shock due to use of liquids near electrical equipment

Controls Applied:

  • Induction should include correct procedure for filling and emptying liquid in the ultrasonic cleaner
  • No actions
Date of Assessment Review Date
19/11/2022 19/11/2023
riskassessment/uscleanerra.txt · Last modified: by jsully