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Pre-Start Risk Assessment - Rev 2

by Dene Austin, from the Community

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Use this pre-start risk assessment checklist to review site induction and emergency procedures, confirm scope, and plan controls before beginning work. The template covers stored mechanical and pressure energy, manual handling, and working at height. It guides electrical isolation and switching, lockout of rectifier, bypass and output, battery isolation, permits to work, live work PPE, and team briefings. Capture signatures for authorization and final sign-off to ensure a safe system of work.

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Pre-Start Risk Assessment - Rev 2

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