Risk Assessment/ Electric Wood Sanders

Risk Assessment - Electric Wood Sanders

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

Sanding wood or plastic on electric sanders

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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

Identify Hazards	Who May be Harmed and How	Severity	Control Measures	Likelihood	Risk Rating
Incompetent user	User, Bystander	HIGH	Users must be inducted to use this tool. Members must challenge use that they believe is dangerous. Users should read the user manual where applicable. Users must read the risk assessment before using a tool.	LOW	MED
Contact with sanding medium	User	MED	Use guards as per instruction manual. Do not put hands into exclusion zone. Sander should be switched off immediately after use.	LOW	LOW
Drawing in (being pulled into the sander)	User	HIGH	User should not wear gloves, ties, scarves, or other long flowy clothing that could get pulled into the machine. Do not put hands into exclusion zone. Do not lean over machine	LOW	MED
Dust (inhalation, fire, explosion)	User, bystander	LOW	Stationary sanders should be used with the dust extractor attached and working. Maintenance must include the cleaning of dust from within the machine housing. A respirator or mask should be used whilst operating this tool for prolonged periods	LOW	LOW
Noise	User, bystander	LOW	Ear protection is advised. User to give audible warning (EARS, GOING LOUD) before switching on	LOW	LOW
Flying splinters	User, bystander	LOW	Eye protection must be worn whilst using the table saw Eye protection must be worn by all users of the workshop. Do not sand small pieces	LOW	LOW