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Working at height risk assessment template

Working at height risk assessment template

Protect your team with a working at height risk assessment template. Identify hazards, implement controls, and document your safety measures in one digital tool.

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Working at height risk assessment template

Protect your team with a working at height risk assessment template. Identify hazards, implement controls, and document your safety measures in one digital tool.

Use this template with Lumiform

  • Customize this template or build your own
  • Fill out templates via mobile app
  • Get reports and analyse your data
Prices start from ░░░ per month
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or Download template as PDF

Evaluate and mitigate fall hazards before work begins with this working at height risk assessment template. It guides you through the critical assessment process, from identifying potential dangers to implementing proper control measures. If you use this template at a building site, you can quickly identify inadequate guardrails, improper ladder setups, or insufficient fall protection systems before workers are exposed to risks.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, falls from elevation make up around 81% of fatal and 20% of nonfatal slips, trips, and falls in 2022. Your proactive approach with this customizable template creates safer workplaces and aligns with regulations.

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Audit
Risk Assessment
Have potential or existing hazards been identified and the risks assessed of anyone falling from heights?
Have alternative ways of carrying out the work been considered?
Have all practical steps been taken to prevent falls?
Is the ladder appropriate for the task or would another device such as a platform ladder/ scaffold/elevated work platform be more appropriate?
Can three points of contact be maintained when using a ladder?
Are fall injury prevention systems required and in place?
In setting up a fall injury prevention systems is it inspected to ensure sharp edges, pinch points and sources of heat, which could damage the system are identified and rectified?
Has it been assessed whether a fall will be arrested before hitting the ground/other structure?
Has equipment, anchorage points and access methods been inspected; rated; and are appropriate for the load?
There is no risk of falling objects striking people below?
There is safe means of access and egress to the work being performed at heights? Stairs, walkways, ladders, mechanical lifts etc are free of obstructions
People required to work at height have been provided with adequate information, instruction and training for the work being performed
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Frequently asked questions

What should I do if I identify high-risk situations using this template?

Immediately implement temporary controls to reduce the risk, then develop permanent solutions following the hierarchy of controls. Document your findings, communicate them to all affected workers, and verify that corrective measures are effective. Never allow work to proceed when fall hazards cannot be adequately controlled.

How can I ensure workers follow the control measures identified in the assessment?

Clearly communicate assessment findings and control measures through pre-work briefings and visual reminders at access points. Involve workers in developing solutions, provide proper training on equipment use, and conduct regular spot checks to verify compliance with safety protocols.

What documentation should accompany this completed risk assessment template?

Include photos of work areas, equipment certification records, worker training certificates, and inspection logs for fall protection systems. Also document any engineering drawings for temporary structures, manufacturer guidelines for equipment use, and records of safety briefings conducted with the work team.

What’s the difference between hazard identification and risk assessment?

Hazard identification finds potential sources of harm (ladder stability, fragile surfaces), while risk assessment evaluates the likelihood and severity of injury from those hazards. This template guides you through both processes, helping you prioritize control measures for the most serious risks first.

This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.