RISK ASSESSMENTS

RISK ASSESSMENT

COURSE: WOODWORKING - BASIC LEVEL ONE - 10TH AUGUST 2021

at Perth Community Farm, Jeanfield Road, Perth PH1 1PG.


Course Leader: Ian Watt


OVERVIEW

A carefully supervised introduction to basic woodworking for complete beginners. Hand tools only: measuring, marking out, using hand saws, cordless drills, screws, hammers, nails.


HAZARDS

Cuts from saws, edge of tape measure, knives. Wrist strain from drills.

Bruising from hammers. Splinters from handling wood.


EXISTING CONTROLS

Course participants will be shown how to use tools and handle wood safely, and will be made aware of the various hazards. They will be carefully supervised to make sure that they have understood how to use the various tools safely in practice. A fully charged mobile phone will be carried by the instructor. A first aid kit will be on hand.


FURTHER CONTROLS REQUIRED



WELFARE FACILITIES

Toilet at farm. Handwashing facilities in polytunnel.



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