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APPENDIX 2: EXAMPLE YOUNG PEOPLE’S RISK ASSESSMENT
LOCATION
ACTIVITY
NO. OF PEOPLE
EXPOSED
AREA
Work experience
Work experience
One at a time
The other staff
UNDER 18
HAZARDS IDENTIFIED:
Young people entering a new environment, unaware of hazards and risks. Limited understanding and experience of
working procedures. Unfamiliar with the layout of the facilities and the staff. Physique, strength, knowledge and
experience of working with horses to be considered.
Repetitive manual handling tasks carried out (See Also Manual Handling Risk Assessment);
Working outdoors - exposure to all weathers and temperatures, throughout the year;
Allergen exposure from straw and hay and horses hair (See various other assessments);
Tools & Equipment – (See Specific risk assessment for equipment/machinery);
Chemicals – Virkon, diesel and petrol on site – (See COSHH Risk Assessment);
Fire – (See Fire Risk Assessment).
Office Equipment – (See various other assessments)
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