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=Risk Assessment - Pillar Drills=

This risk assessment is intended to provide guidance on the risk associated with the above equipment and activities in normal use. Please also check general risk assessments for the space as a whole. Any discrepancies, errors or concerns should be raised with the document maintainers or trustees - do not edit this assessment directly. For responsible persons and last update, see 'version log' of the assessment page.

===Activity===

Cutting metal or suitable plastics on the metal mill

===Signage===

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Wear Eye Protection.jpg
Wear Ear Protection.jpg
Read Instruction Manual.jpg
Induction Required.jpg
Use Appropriate Guards.jpg
Use Dust Extraction.jpg
No Loose Clothing or Gloves.jpg
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===Understanding Risk Rating===

LOW	-    Ensure current control measures are in place and continue with activity

MED	-    Control measures may be adequate, co-supervision is recommended

HIGH	-    Do not undertake activity without further consultation with area specialists

===Risk Assessment===

{| class="wikitable"
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! Identify Hazards !! Who May be Harmed and How !! Severity !! Control Measures !! Likelihood !! Risk Rating
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| Incompetent user || User, Bystander || HIGH    || Users must not use tools that they are not competent to use.   Members must challenge use that they believe is dangerous. Users must read the user manual where applicable.  Users must read the risk assessment before using a tool. || LOW      || MED    
|-
| Contact With Drill Bit || User – serious harm ||  HIGH   || Only make adjustments to the pillar drill when the machine is switched off.   Ensure chuck is tight before switching drill on.  Ensure drill guard is in place before switching drill on. Do not put hands into exclusion zone (within 10cm of drill bit).   Do not leave pillar drill running when not in use.  || LOW    ||  MED
|-
|}

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