CONSTRUCTION RISK ASSESSMENT TEMPLATE Project: [PROJECT NAME] Location: [SITE ADDRESS] Assessment Date: [DATE] Assessed by: [NAME & POSITION] Review Date: [DATE] Assessment Reference: [REF NUMBER] CONSTRUCTION-SPECIFIC HAZARD CATEGORIES: 1. WORKING AT HEIGHT 2. EXCAVATION AND TRENCHING 3. MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT 4. ELECTRICAL HAZARDS 5. MANUAL HANDLING AND LIFTING 6. HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES 7. NOISE AND VIBRATION 8. VEHICLE MOVEMENTS 9. STRUCTURAL COLLAPSE 10. FIRE AND EXPLOSION 11. CONFINED SPACES 12. WEATHER CONDITIONS DETAILED RISK ASSESSMENT: HAZARD 1: WORKING AT HEIGHT Hazard Description: Falls from scaffolding, ladders, roofs, and elevated work platforms Location: Throughout construction site, particularly scaffolding areas and roof work Who might be harmed: Construction workers, supervisors, inspectors How harm could occur: • Falls from scaffolding due to missing guardrails or planks • Ladder falls from improper setup or use • Falls through roof openings or fragile surfaces • Falls from mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs) Current Controls: • Safety harnesses provided • Scaffolding inspected weekly • Fall arrest systems in place • Basic height safety training Risk Evaluation: Likelihood: 4 (Likely) Consequence: 5 (Catastrophic - potential fatality) Risk Rating: 20 (High Risk) Additional Controls Required: • Comprehensive fall protection plan • Daily scaffolding inspections • Competent person for height work supervision • Enhanced training on fall protection systems • Rescue procedures for fall arrest situations • Weather restrictions for height work Responsible Person: [Site Safety Manager] Target Date: [Immediate - 24 hours] HAZARD 2: EXCAVATION AND TRENCHING Hazard Description: Cave-ins, falls into excavations, and underground utilities Location: All excavation areas on site Who might be harmed: Excavation workers, equipment operators, site personnel How harm could occur: • Trench collapse burying workers • Falls into unprotected excavations • Contact with underground utilities (gas, electric, water) • Equipment falling into excavations Current Controls: • Utility locating service contacted • Excavations over 4 feet shored or sloped • Competent person inspections • Barriers around excavations Risk Evaluation: Likelihood: 3 (Possible) Consequence: 5 (Catastrophic - potential fatality) Risk Rating: 15 (High Risk) Additional Controls Required: • Daily excavation inspections by competent person • Atmospheric testing in deep excavations • Emergency rescue equipment on site • Enhanced utility locating procedures • Soil classification and protection systems • Safe entry/exit points every 25 feet Responsible Person: [Excavation Supervisor] Target Date: [Immediate - before excavation begins] HAZARD 3: MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT Hazard Description: Struck by moving equipment, caught in machinery, equipment failure Location: Throughout construction site Who might be harmed: Equipment operators, ground workers, maintenance personnel How harm could occur: • Struck by moving construction vehicles • Caught in rotating or moving machinery parts • Crushed by equipment tip-overs • Injury from equipment mechanical failure Current Controls: • Equipment pre-use inspections • Spotters for backing operations • Machine guarding where possible • Operator certification required Risk Evaluation: Likelihood: 3 (Possible) Consequence: 4 (Major - serious injury) Risk Rating: 12 (Medium Risk) Additional Controls Required: • Enhanced equipment inspection procedures • Proximity detection systems on large equipment • Improved communication systems • Regular equipment maintenance schedules • Ground worker safety training • Equipment isolation procedures Responsible Person: [Equipment Manager] Target Date: [14 days] HAZARD 4: ELECTRICAL HAZARDS Hazard Description: Electrocution from power lines, temporary wiring, and wet conditions Location: Throughout site, particularly near power lines and electrical installations Who might be harmed: All site personnel, particularly electricians and equipment operators How harm could occur: • Contact with overhead power lines • Electrocution from damaged temporary wiring • Electric shock in wet conditions • Arc flash from electrical equipment Current Controls: • Minimum clearance distances from power lines • GFCI protection on temporary wiring • Electrical inspections by qualified electrician • Lockout/tagout procedures Risk Evaluation: Likelihood: 2 (Unlikely) Consequence: 5 (Catastrophic - potential fatality) Risk Rating: 10 (Medium Risk) Additional Controls Required: • Power line proximity training for all workers • Enhanced electrical safety program • Regular testing of GFCI devices • Improved temporary electrical installation standards • Weather restrictions for electrical work • Emergency electrical shutdown procedures Responsible Person: [Site Electrician] Target Date: [7 days] HAZARD 5: MANUAL HANDLING AND LIFTING Hazard Description: Back injuries from lifting heavy materials and repetitive tasks Location: Throughout construction site Who might be harmed: All construction workers How harm could occur: • Back strain from lifting heavy materials • Injury from improper lifting techniques • Repetitive strain from continuous manual handling • Crush injuries from dropped materials Current Controls: • Mechanical lifting aids available • Two-person lift policy for heavy items • Basic manual handling training • Weight limits established Risk Evaluation: Likelihood: 4 (Likely) Consequence: 3 (Moderate - medical treatment) Risk Rating: 12 (Medium Risk) Additional Controls Required: • Comprehensive manual handling training • Ergonomic assessment of lifting tasks • Additional mechanical lifting equipment • Job rotation to reduce repetitive strain • Pre-shift stretching programs • Regular health surveillance Responsible Person: [Site Supervisor] Target Date: [21 days] HAZARD 6: HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES Hazard Description: Exposure to asbestos, silica dust, chemicals, and fumes Location: Demolition areas, cutting operations, painting areas Who might be harmed: Construction workers, particularly those involved in demolition and finishing How harm could occur: • Respiratory disease from asbestos or silica exposure • Chemical burns from contact with hazardous substances • Poisoning from inhalation of toxic fumes • Skin sensitization from chemical contact Current Controls: • Asbestos survey completed • Respiratory protection provided • Safety Data Sheets available • Ventilation in enclosed areas Risk Evaluation: Likelihood: 3 (Possible) Consequence: 4 (Major - serious long-term health effects) Risk Rating: 12 (Medium Risk) Additional Controls Required: • Enhanced respiratory protection program • Regular air monitoring for dust and chemicals • Improved ventilation systems • Specialized training for hazardous substance work • Health surveillance programs • Emergency decontamination procedures Responsible Person: [Industrial Hygienist] Target Date: [30 days] CONSTRUCTION-SPECIFIC CONTROL MEASURES: SITE SETUP AND ORGANIZATION: □ Site security and access control □ Designated vehicle routes □ Material storage areas □ Waste disposal areas □ Emergency assembly points □ First aid stations □ Welfare facilities PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: □ Hard hats (Class E for electrical work) □ Safety glasses with side shields □ High-visibility clothing □ Steel-toed safety boots □ Work gloves appropriate for task □ Hearing protection in noise areas □ Respiratory protection as required □ Fall protection equipment EQUIPMENT SAFETY: □ Daily equipment inspections □ Operator certification verification □ Maintenance schedules followed □ Safety devices functional □ Operating procedures posted □ Emergency shutdown procedures ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS: □ Dust suppression measures □ Noise control procedures □ Weather monitoring □ Air quality monitoring □ Waste management □ Spill prevention and response EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS: □ Emergency action plan □ Evacuation procedures □ Emergency contact numbers □ First aid trained personnel □ Emergency equipment locations □ Communication systems TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: GENERAL CONSTRUCTION SAFETY: • OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour training • Site-specific safety orientation • Hazard recognition training • Emergency procedures • PPE usage and care SPECIALIZED TRAINING: • Fall protection competent person • Excavation competent person • Crane operator certification • Electrical safety training • Confined space entry • Hazardous materials handling TOOLBOX TALKS: • Weekly safety meetings • Daily safety briefings • Task-specific safety discussions • Incident lessons learned • Seasonal safety topics INSPECTION AND MONITORING: DAILY INSPECTIONS: • Scaffolding and fall protection • Excavations and trenches • Equipment and tools • Electrical systems • PPE condition and usage WEEKLY INSPECTIONS: • Comprehensive site safety • Crane and lifting equipment • Fire protection systems • Emergency equipment • Environmental controls MONTHLY REVIEWS: • Safety performance metrics • Incident and near-miss analysis • Training compliance • Contractor safety performance • Regulatory compliance WEATHER CONSIDERATIONS: HIGH WIND CONDITIONS: • Crane operations restrictions • Scaffolding work limitations • Material handling precautions • Temporary structure securing RAIN AND WET CONDITIONS: • Slip and fall prevention • Electrical safety precautions • Equipment operation restrictions • Drainage and water management EXTREME TEMPERATURES: • Heat stress prevention • Cold weather protection • Work/rest cycles • Hydration programs CONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT: PREQUALIFICATION: • Safety program evaluation • Insurance verification • Training documentation • Past safety performance • Competent person qualifications COORDINATION: • Multi-employer safety meetings • Overlapping work activities • Shared equipment and facilities • Emergency response coordination • Communication protocols MONITORING: • Daily safety observations • Weekly safety meetings • Monthly performance reviews • Incident investigation participation • Corrective action implementation ACTION PLAN: IMMEDIATE ACTIONS (24 hours): 1. Implement fall protection measures 2. Secure all excavations 3. Establish equipment inspection procedures 4. Post emergency contact numbers SHORT-TERM ACTIONS (1-30 days): 1. Complete specialized training programs 2. Enhance PPE program 3. Implement environmental monitoring 4. Establish contractor safety requirements LONG-TERM ACTIONS (30-90 days): 1. Develop comprehensive safety program 2. Implement health surveillance 3. Establish performance metrics 4. Conduct program effectiveness review REGULATORY COMPLIANCE: APPLICABLE STANDARDS: • OSHA Construction Standards (29 CFR 1926) • Local building codes • Environmental regulations • DOT regulations for vehicle operations • Crane operation standards REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: • Safety data sheets • Training records • Inspection reports • Incident reports • Permit applications APPROVAL: Risk Assessment Completed by: Name: _________________ Position: _________________ Signature: _________________ Date: _________________ Site Safety Manager: Name: _________________ Position: _________________ Signature: _________________ Date: _________________ Project Manager: Name: _________________ Position: _________________ Signature: _________________ Date: _________________ Document Control: Version: 1.0 Next Review: [DATE] Distribution: All Site Personnel