Risk | Who is involved | Harm Type | Mitigation | Probability (1-3) x | Consequence (1-3) | = Risk Level |
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Construction Tools | Participants and Leaders | Minor Cuts | Use only minimal risk tools – scissors, small knives and glue guns. Instructions and supervision given. | 2 | 1 | 2 |
Heat | Participants and Leaders | Fire | Low wattage irons only, PAT tested equipment, participants briefed on correct use, constant supervision, cables secured, no flammable chemicals, fire extinguisher present, irons turned off when not in use, heatproof mats used | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Heat | Participants and Leaders | Minor burns | Above precautions, and: participants briefed on location of nearest cold running water in event of a burn, qualified first-aider and first aid kit on site. | 3 | 1 | 3 |
Objects in eye | Participants and Leaders | Eye damage | Use safety glasses when snipping components and soldering | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Toxic ingestion | Participants and Leaders | Poisoning | Use lead free solder where possible, instruction and supervision to ensure hands are washed after activity. | 1 | 1 | 1 |