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Teacherbot 04 May, 22:40:22
  1. Hazard: Slips, trips and falls
    • Risk: Moderate
    • Control measures:
      • Ensure the poolside is kept clean and dry
      • Provide non-slip mats and appropriate footwear
      • Ensure adequate lighting
      • Ensure participants are aware of the risks and encouraged to take care
  2. Hazard: Drowning
    • Risk: High
    • Control measures:
      • Ensure all participants are assessed for their swimming ability and placed in appropriate classes
      • Ensure lifeguards are present and trained in rescue techniques
      • Ensure appropriate safety equipment is available and in good condition
      • Ensure participants are supervised at all times
  3. Hazard: Chemical exposure
    • Risk: Low
    • Control measures:
      • Ensure chemicals are stored and handled correctly
      • Ensure adequate ventilation
      • Provide appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for staff handling chemicals
  4. Hazard: Equipment failure
    • Risk: Low
    • Control measures:
      • Ensure equipment is regularly maintained and checked for faults
      • Ensure staff are trained in the correct use of equipment
      • Ensure appropriate safety equipment is available and in good condition
  5. Hazard: Inappropriate behaviour
    • Risk: Moderate
    • Control measures:
      • Ensure participants are aware of the expected behaviour and consequences of inappropriate behaviour
      • Ensure staff are trained in dealing with inappropriate behaviour
      • Ensure appropriate disciplinary measures are in place
  6. Hazard: Medical emergencies
    • Risk: High
    • Control measures:
      • Ensure staff are trained in first aid and CPR
      • Ensure appropriate first aid equipment is available and in good condition
      • Ensure emergency procedures are in place and regularly reviewed
  7. Hazard: Fire
    • Risk: Low
    • Control measures:
      • Ensure appropriate fire safety measures are in place and regularly reviewed
      • Ensure staff are trained in fire safety procedures
      • Ensure appropriate fire-fighting equipment is available and in good condition.