Resources
Example risk assessments for preventing falls
- Cleaning gutters — sample risk assessment
- Cleaning windows — sample risk assessment
- Retrieving balls off roof — sample risk assessment
- Set-up and use of scaffolding — sample risk assessment
- Set-up and use of theatre lights — sample risk assessment
Safe work procedures relating to the prevention of falls
- ‘A’ frame ladder — sample safe work procedure
- Extension ladder — sample safe work procedure
- Use of step-platform — sample safe work procedure
Other templates relevant to this policy and procedure
- Occupational health and safety (OHS) risk register — for recording of identified prevention of fall tasks
- OHS training planner / register — to record completed training
- Safe work method statement (SWMS) — for completion by contractors for any tasks where there is the potential to fall 2 metres or more, as mandated by the Department
- Risk assessment template — for completion by employees working at height
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Reviewed 23 February 2021