Fragile Roof Risk Assessment

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Fragile roof risk assessment.

Therefore a key element of the risk assessment process and consequent planning is determining if the roof is deemed to be fragile. Do not undertake any roofwork painting or repairs yourself unless you are competent to do so. On average 7 people are killed each year after falling through a fragile roof or fragile roof light. The fragile roof risk assessment will give you a good indication of the hazards associated with the activity along with the risks and controls you should be thinking about.

There is now a widely recognised test to show non fragility for a roofing assembly that has been drawn up by the acr and published in their red book and also detailed in hsg33. Falls through fragile roof surfaces are one of biggest causes of serious injuries. This should be completed by a competent person as detailed below. Accidents can be avoided as long as suitable equipment is used and those carrying out the work are provided with adequate information training and supervision.

These accidents usually occur on roofs of. Effective precautions must be taken for all work on or near fragile surfaces no matter how short the duration. Working safely on fragile roofs. Risk assess the work including considering all specific hazards such as fragile roofs.

Inspection of the perimeter walls for warning notices review of any asbestos register where applicable visual inspection of the roof to determine the presence condition and extent of fragile materials and supports. This risk assessment should include. Collective protection must be.