Cleaning gutters Risk Assessment

A comprehensive pre-filled risk assessment for cleaning gutters.

Cleaning your gutters regularly has numerous essential benefits for protecting your home and improving its appearance. It prevents water damage by ensuring proper drainage and avoiding water pooling around the foundation, which can cause leaks and structural issues.

Excessive water can lead to foundation cracks, especially in freezing temperatures, worsening ice buildup pressure. Clogged gutters also increase the risk of basement flooding due to ineffective drainage.

Debris-filled gutters attract pests like rodents, insects, and birds. Cleaning them reduces the risk of infestations that may harm your home and health.

Clean gutters enhance curb appeal and reflect good property maintenance, potentially increasing market value. Neglected gutters become heavy and sag, leading to roof damage and costly repairs.

Regular maintenance prevents debris buildup, rusting, and corrosion, ensuring the longevity of your gutter system and roof, thus protecting your investment.

This document is:

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

It increases your chance of winning tenders and has been written by trained health and safety professionals.

If you want others to have confidence in your company, download and buy the proper documents today.

As with all our documents, our risk assessments are in Word™ format, available for instant download and use, and only need to be bought once.

Once you buy and download this document, it’s yours for life to use repeatedly.

Download today's risk assessment, put your company details on it, and use it immediately.

Give people confidence in you, your company, your products and services.

Some sample text from this document reads:

RSIs (Repetitive strain injuries)

• Any individual who carries out repetitive tasks may experience pain in various joints and muscle groups

• Avoid forceful or repetitive tasks where possible

• Ensure the work area is set up correctly

• Avoid arching back or squatting for extended periods

• Avoid stretching and overreaching

Why not browse the HSEDocs catalogue of method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, or industry-specific packages?