COVID-19 RISK ASSESSMENT - 12th May 2020
OVERVIEW:
This risk assessment is aimed purely at the risks associated with the transmission of the Coronavirus in the context of the workplace and related environs. It is designed to consider the best protection measures to implement for the health and safety of all staff and customers using the latest Government guidelines
This risk assessment is aimed purely at the risks associated with the transmission of the Coronavirus in the context of the workplace and related environs. It is designed to consider the best protection measures to implement for the health and safety of all staff and customers using the latest Government guidelines
POTENTIAL AREA OF RISK |
PREVENTATIVE MEASURES |
1. WORKSHOPS Narrow Gangways |
Delineate with hazard tape on floor - boxed areas between benches in gangways and at work stations with no more than one staff member to enter the box at one time. Face masks to be worn when moving around the workshop. |
Shared tools & containers |
Where possible don’t share tools, including pens, pencils scissors. Where not possible use sanitising spray before and after use (rulers, hot knives, welder etc) |
Computer workstations |
Sanitiser spray/wipes to be used at all computer workstations and used before and after each operation Gloves and Hand Sanitising Gel will also be provided at each station. |
Digitising trigger |
Sanitiser spray/wipes to be used before and after each use of the digitising equipment Gloves recommended |
Customers |
Appointment-only system to minimise contact time Clearly-marked designated customer-waiting area |
2. KITCHEN Small space with only one entrance/exit |
Only one person allowed to use kitchen at any one time. |
Shared Equipment (kettle, microwave, fridge, cutlery/crockery, towels) |
Anti-Bac Surface cleaner provided – to be used on all surfaces including fridge door handle, microwave, kettle after each use. Cups, plates and cutlery to be washed after use and put away. Towels replaced daily. |
3. CANTEEN/STAFF ROOM 6 - Seater dining table & chairs – too small to maintain 2M distance |
Only one staff member at any one time to use the room. Take staggered lunch breaks or eat in outdoor area when appropriate |
Contact with common hard surfaces |
Table and chairs to be cleaned morning and afternoon. Wash hands before entering room |
4. TOILET Shared facility for whole site |
Facility maintained by landlord. Additional cleaning to be carried out daily, door handle, flush handle and taps. Stringent handwashing observed by all staff |
5. VEHICLES Contact surfaces – Steering wheel etc |
To be cleaned regularly. Only 1 nominated driver per vehicle |
Passenger Proximity |
Clear PVC dividing screen between driver and passenger – centre seat not to be utilised. |
6. WORKING ON BOATS – OFF SITE Boat owners & passers-by |
Social distancing to be maintained at all times. Pre-arranged visits only with discussion about who will be present. Check for permission from site owners before access. |
Team proximity – not always possible to maintain 2M distance |
Face masks to be worn when working on boats. Maximum 2-man team per boat. Preferably same team members to minimise cross-contact. |
7. OFFICE Small office space – not enough room to pass without being closer than 2M |
Only 1 staff member in office at any time Admin duties to be carried out from home where possible |
Computer keyboard & mouse |
Designated equipment – not to be shared. Anti-Bac cleaner supplied for regular cleaning (daily) Hand sanitiser at each station |
We are pleased to say that we now have all our production staff back into the workshops and will be progressing jobs where we have access to Marinas etc.
Poduction/Site Visits:
We are now able to visit boats for patterning/fitting work at several marinas and moorings and expect that many more will be relaxing restrictions in the near future. Our teams are trained and will adhere to current safe-working practices and social distancing guidelines. Appropriate PPE will be used whilst working on your boat.
Office:
The office staff will continue to work remotely from home for the foreseeable future. There is an answerphone on our office landline but we would ask that all enquiries be sent via e-mail or by using the ENQUIRY form where they will be dealt with as usual. If you need to speak to a member of the team please call 07846 076588.
Workshop/Customer Visits:
Customers wishing to visit our premises please make an appointment first. There is a specific area marked out for customers to collect or drop off goods safely. The main door will be kept closed so please ring the bell for attention.
It is important that customers contact us before visiting so that we can be prepared and reduce contact time to a minimum.
The situation remains fluid and we will adapt as quickly as possible to any new guidlines. Changes to our arrangements will be posted here as and when they occur.
Poduction/Site Visits:
We are now able to visit boats for patterning/fitting work at several marinas and moorings and expect that many more will be relaxing restrictions in the near future. Our teams are trained and will adhere to current safe-working practices and social distancing guidelines. Appropriate PPE will be used whilst working on your boat.
Office:
The office staff will continue to work remotely from home for the foreseeable future. There is an answerphone on our office landline but we would ask that all enquiries be sent via e-mail or by using the ENQUIRY form where they will be dealt with as usual. If you need to speak to a member of the team please call 07846 076588.
Workshop/Customer Visits:
Customers wishing to visit our premises please make an appointment first. There is a specific area marked out for customers to collect or drop off goods safely. The main door will be kept closed so please ring the bell for attention.
It is important that customers contact us before visiting so that we can be prepared and reduce contact time to a minimum.
The situation remains fluid and we will adapt as quickly as possible to any new guidlines. Changes to our arrangements will be posted here as and when they occur.