Breaking out concrete Risk Assessment

A comprehensive Risk Assessment for breaking out concrete.

Breaking out concrete refers to the process of breaking or demolishing concrete structures for various purposes, such as removing sections, repairing damage, or preparing areas for new construction projects. This process often involves specialised tools designed to efficiently and effectively fracture and remove concrete materials.

Commonly used equipment includes jackhammers, which deliver rapid strikes to break up the concrete, and demolition hammers, which provide greater force for larger tasks. For smaller, more precise projects, traditional tools such as a sledgehammer paired with a cold chisel can be used to chip away at the concrete surface.

Additionally, safety precautions are crucial during the concrete-breaking process, as it can generate dust and debris that pose hazards. Therefore, wearing protective gear such as goggles, gloves, and respiratory masks is highly recommended. This method is a crucial aspect of many construction and renovation projects, facilitating necessary repairs or structural modifications in various settings.

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• Recognised by local authorities
• Recognised by principal contractors
• Suitable for CDM sites
• Approved by H&S managers

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'Slips, trips and falls'

• Operatives or the public could suffer sprains, fractures, and tissue damage from slipping, tripping, or falling over tools, materials, waste, or areas of bad ground.

• Good housekeeping is maintained at all times

• Waste materials to be bagged or skipped as work progresses

• Work area to be cordoned off where possible, and use of site signage

Supervisor to brief operatives on safe working practices, housekeeping and the dangers on site of slips, trips and falls before works commence

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