Maintenance Risk Assessment

Equipment and Machinery Maintenance

Building Maintenance and Repairs

Preventive Maintenance

Electrical and Plumbing Repairs

HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) Maintenance

Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance

Vehicle and Fleet Maintenance

Safety Inspections and Compliance

Pest Control

Janitorial Services

Equipment Calibration

Emergency and Disaster Response Planning.

Physical Hazards – e.g., falls, cuts, burns, electrocution, etc.

Health Hazards – e.g., exposure to hazardous materials, dust, fumes, etc.

Fire Hazards – e.g., equipment malfunctions, flammable materials, electrical fires, etc.

Confined Space Hazards – e.g., suffocation, entrapment, asphyxiation, etc.

Ergonomic Hazards – e.g., repetitive strain injuries, back injuries, etc.

Noise Hazards – e.g., hearing damage from high levels of noise

Chemical Hazards – e.g., skin irritation, respiratory issues, poisoning, etc.

Electrical Hazards – e.g., shock, electrocution, arc flash, etc.

Radiation Hazards – e.g., exposure to ionizing radiation, electromagnetic fields, etc.

Human Error – e.g., incorrect procedures, miscommunication, lack of training, etc.

Machinery Hazards – e.g., entanglement, amputation, crushing, etc.

Vehicle Accidents – e.g., collisions, rollovers, equipment malfunctions, etc.

Workplace safety assessments and risk assessments:

The department should conduct regular safety assessments and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and assess the level of risk associated with each hazard.

Training and education:

All maintenance workers should receive training and education on safe work practices and proper use of tools and equipment. This should be an ongoing process to keep workers informed about new hazards and safety procedures.

Personal protective equipment (PPE): Workers should be provided with the necessary PPE to protect them from physical, chemical, and biological hazards. This may include gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, and respiratory protection.

Safe work procedures and protocols:

The department should develop and implement safe work procedures and protocols that outline the steps workers should take to safely perform their duties. These procedures should be reviewed and updated regularly to ensure they remain relevant and effective.

Maintenance of equipment and facilities:

Regular maintenance and inspection of equipment and facilities is important to ensure they are in good working condition and free of hazards.

Emergency response plan:

The department should develop an emergency response plan to be prepared for potential incidents, such as fires, chemical spills, and accidents. Workers should be trained on the plan and regularly review it.

Incident reporting:

Workers should be encouraged to report any incidents or near misses, and an effective reporting system should be in place to track incidents and identify trends and patterns. This information can be used to make improvements to the department’s safety program.

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