Cornwall Inshore Fisheries and Conservation

Authority

Generic Risk Assessment
For
Shore Patrol & Biological Sampling

CIFCA/RES/03








Created July 2009
Updated: Version 3 (Feb 2012)


Risk Assessment
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Date: Feb 2012
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Generic risk assessment

Shore Patrol & Biological Sampling
Task Element
Hazard and
harmful effect
Likelihood
Info
Initial risk level
Control measures to reduce likelihood
Controlled risk level to
Employee
Severity
Like-
lihood
Risk
Level
Severity
Like-
lihood
Risk
Level
Driving the patrol
vehicle both on and
off road.
Collisions, knocks,
rolling vehicle over.
Injuries to hands,
head etc, death.
Unlikely if control
measures applied.
3 2 6
H
Ensure all windows and mirrors are cleaned and not
obstructed.
Check tyres and wheels before taking the vehicle on
the road.
Only take vehicle if in a road worthy condition.
Report all faults immediately.
Off road, walk ahead to check terrain.
Make dynamic risk assessments of terrain to be
crossed.
Avoid driving off road if not necessary.
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Working on the
quayside and in the
port. Accessing boats
in port.
Vehicle
movements,
Inadequate
lighting,
obstructions, quay
ladders, crossing
other boats, wet
and slippery quay
sides. Trips, slips,
falls and knocks
that could lead to
musculoskeletal
injuries, head
injuries, immersion,
Inadequate
lighting can lead
to a failure in
identifying
obstructions or
other hazards.
Ladders and
boats decks can
be slippery
especially when
wet.
3 2 6
H
Constant observation for moving vehicles, consider
wearing hi-visibility clothing if appropriate. Stop
inspection if unsafe to continue and resume when
safe.
Constant observation of equipment being moved
especially ropes and warps.
Both hands to be free from obstructions when
climbing/descending quay ladders. Always face the
wall, never face outwards.
Appropriate non slip footwear to be worn.
Make dynamic risk assessment to consider wearing a
lifejacket when using quayside ladders or if working
in a hazardous position on the quay.
In dark areas use head torch for illumination to allow
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Version CIFCA 0.3
Date: Feb 2012
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Generic risk assessment

Shore Patrol & Biological Sampling
Task Element
Hazard and
harmful effect
Likelihood
Info
Initial risk level
Control measures to reduce likelihood
Controlled risk level to
Employee
Severity
Like-
lihood
Risk
Level
Severity
Like-
lihood
Risk
Level
drowning. Falling
objects when
aboard boats in
port, head injuries,
death. Lifting
equipment knocks
crushing, death.
Weils disease.

both hands to be free.
Never stand under an operating crane or any
suspended object, consider wearing a hard hat.
On the quayside stand clear of the operating arc of
any crane or derrick.
If vessels are using their own haulers to land catches
be vigilant of the ropes in use and suspended loads.
Never stand in the operating area, if unsure ask the
crew for advice.
Use antibacterial gel/wipes after inspections and
certainly before handling food.
Inspecting landings of
fish and shellfish on
the quayside.
Handling shellfish
and finfish,
searching through
fish boxes and
other containers,
cuts, abrasions,
foreign bodies
entering skin,
infections. Lifting
fish boxes and
containers, back
injuries, strains.

Routine work
demands.
3 2 6
H
Wear appropriate PPE e.g. thick gloves for sorting
through catch or handling crustaceans and spined
fish. Consider wearing gloves when searching
unknown or ice filled containers.
Make dynamic risk assessments of any boxes or
containers before lifting. If necessary seek assistance.
Maintain awareness of other operations on the
quayside.

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Date: Feb 2012
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Shore Patrol & Biological Sampling
Task Element
Hazard and
harmful effect
Likelihood
Info
Initial risk level
Control measures to reduce likelihood
Controlled risk level to
Employee
Severity
Like-
lihood
Risk
Level
Severity
Like-
lihood
Risk
Level
Direct contact with
stakeholders.
Anger, aggression,
violent behaviour,
Aggressive
behaviour is
unusual but often
associated when
breaches of
regulations
discovered.
2 2 4 Avoid using confrontational language.
Maintain a calm and collected manner which will
reduce overly threatening or defensive body
positioning.
Respect others personal space.
If unable to proceed without the situation
deteriorating, collect all possible evidence and leave.
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Biological Sampling on
the quayside.
Handling shellfish
and finfish,
Handling sediment
samples,
Using knives and
other sharps. Using
chemicals for
preserving samples.
Cuts and puncture
wounds leading to
possible infections.
Musculoskeletal
injuries through
lifting/carrying
samples. Possible
infections.
Negligent
handling of
samples or
equipment more
likely to cause
injuries
2 2 4
M
Wear appropriate PPE e.g. thick gloves for sorting
through catch or handling crustaceans and spined
fish.
Wear non slip safety footwear.
Officers to be trained in using sharps and other
sampling equipment
Ensure a field first aid kit is available including
antibacterial wipes/gel.
COSHH requirements implemented when using
preserving chemicals.
Disposable gloves linked to specific COSHH
requirements.
Make dynamic risk assessments before
lifting/carrying any heavy samples or equipment.
Use antibacterial gel/wipes after handling fish or
shellfish and certainly before handling food.

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Date: Feb 2012
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Shore Patrol & Biological Sampling
Task Element
Hazard and
harmful effect
Likelihood
Info
Initial risk level
Control measures to reduce likelihood
Controlled risk level to
Employee
Severity
Like-
lihood
Risk
Level
Severity
Like-
lihood
Risk
Level
Biological Sampling at
merchants premises.
Handling shellfish
and finfish,
Handling sediment
samples,
Using knives and
other sharps. Using
chemicals for
preserving samples.
Cuts and puncture
wounds leading to
possible infections.
Musculoskeletal
injuries through
lifting/carrying
samples. Possible
infections. Slips,
falls, head injuries,
musculoskeletal
injuries. Fork truck
movements,
crushing, death.
Electrical
equipment near
water, shock,
Working at
merchants
premises is one of
the more
controlled
environments
therefore risks
are minimised.
2 2 4
M
Wear appropriate PPE e.g. thick gloves for sorting
through catch or handling crustaceans and spined
fish.
Wear non slip safety footwear.
Officers to be trained in using sharps and other
sampling equipment
Ensure a field first aid kit is available including
antibacterial wipes/gel.
COSHH requirements implemented when using
preserving chemicals.
Disposable gloves linked to specific COSHH
requirements.
Make dynamic risk assessments before
lifting/carrying any heavy samples or equipment.
Maintain awareness of any operations or vehicle
movements.
Always seek guidance from merchants staff before
starting any sampling.
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Version CIFCA 0.3
Date: Feb 2012
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Shore Patrol & Biological Sampling
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Hazard and
harmful effect
Likelihood
Info
Initial risk level
Control measures to reduce likelihood
Controlled risk level to
Employee
Severity
Like-
lihood
Risk
Level
Severity
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Version CIFCA 0.3
Date: Feb 2012
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SIGNING OFF SHEET


Name of document: CIFCA Research Risk Assessment 03 Generic Risk Assessment for Working Aboard Vessels Not Operated by CIFCA

Date previously completed: July 2009

Date this document updated: February 2012
Checked by: Samantha Davis

Designation: Principal Scientific Officer
Authorised by: Designation:


Signed by responsible manager: Samantha Davis

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Review date September 2013.