Job Hazard Analysis for Concrete Work — create with RAMSagent
A risk assessment for concrete evaluates project risks during pouring, reinforcement, formwork, and demolition. It includes chemical risks (corrosion), vibration (hand-arm and whole body), noise, and heavy lifting in accordance with HSE guidance, CDM 2015, and UK regulations.
RAMSagent aggregates vibration and noise exposure across the project to keep daily exposure below the limit value.
Typical risks for Job Hazard Analysis — Concrete Work
| Risk | Description | Legal | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Corrosive Injury from Cement | Wet concrete is alkaline (pH >12) and can cause burns within hours. Project requirements: all operators must wear nitrile gloves, waterproof overalls, and have an emergency shower within 10 seconds. | AFS 2023:10, 8 kap | High |
| Vibrations | Demolition and immersion vibrators generate hand-arm vibration. RAMSagent accumulates daily dose A(8) per operator. | AFS 2005:15 | High |
| Noise | Pouring, vibrating beams, and formwork regularly exceed 85 dB(A). Hearing protection and noise measurement per task. | AFS 2005:16 | Medium |
| Heavy Reinforcement Lifts | Reinforcement bundles, spacers, and concrete elements often weigh over 25 kg and require mechanical aids. | AFS 2012:2 | Medium |
Applicable Regulations
- AFS 2023:1 Systematic Health and Safety Management
- Systematic approach to workplace health and safety.
- AFS 2023:10 Chemical Workplace Risks
- Chapter 8 skin exposure; applies to cement, alkalis, and hardening agents.
- AFS 2005:15 Vibrations
- Action and limit values for hand-arm and whole body.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How is vibration dose A(8) calculated?
- Today's total vibration exposure is normalized to 8 hours: A(8)=ahv·√(T/8), where ahv is the emission value from the machine and T is the exposure time. RAMSagent performs the calculation automatically.
- Is noise measurement required?
- When the level is suspected to exceed 85 dB(A) — which is almost always the case during pouring. Measurements are included in the risk assessment.
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