Risk Assessment RA 18
Use of latex protective gloves
AssessmentRA 18
Persons exposed
Employees Contractors Visitors / public
Type of assessment
Initial Change / incident review
Hazards and control measures
1
Hazard
Hazard(s)
• Allergy symptoms to Latex
• Dust
• Respiratory Irritant
• Skin Irritant
Control measure(s)
• Good Staff Communications
• Induction Training
• Health surveillance
• Nitrile gloves worn in place of latex
• PVC gloves worn for low risk tasks
• Provisions of Written Policy
• Local Rules in Operation
Who will completeAnyone with an allergy to latex. Non latex gloves should be provided. If the staff have any allergy they must ensure they have their medication to prevent or treat as prescribed by a medical professional.
By whenNot specified
Date completedOn-going