Take 5 pre-start check

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Stop and look around

  • I have walked the work area
  • I know where the exits and first aid kit are
  • I know who else is working nearby

Hazards here today

  • Working at height
  • Live electrical
  • Asbestos or unknown materials
  • Confined space
  • Hot work
  • Traffic or mobile plant
  • Heat or weather
  • Manual handling

Any other hazard

What I am doing to control them

I have the right PPE and it is in good condition

  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A

My tools and equipment are safe to use

  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A

It is safe to start work

  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A

What needs to happen first (only if "It is safe to start work" is no)

Signed

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