Plant Risk Assessment
What to assess in a plant risk assessment
Cover stored energy (hydraulic, pneumatic, gravity), pinch and crush points, unexpected movement, maintenance access, and interaction with people and other plant. Score initial risk before isolation/lockout and residual risk after controls.
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Related AU safety resources
General and task-specific starting points
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How to do a risk assessmentStep-by-step walkthrough
What is a risk assessment?Definition & legal context
Hazard identificationSpotting hazards before work
Risk matrix explained5×5 likelihood × consequence
Hierarchy of controlsElimination through to PPE
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