Pre-Task Plan: Writing a Book

Date: [DATE] Work Area: [WORK AREA] Task Supervisor: [SUPERVISOR NAME]

1. Task Description

[Brief description of the specific task to be performed today]

2. Task Duration

Estimated Start: [START TIME] Estimated Completion: [END TIME]

3. Personnel Involved

• [ROLE 1]
• [ROLE 2]
• [ROLE 3]

4. Task-Specific Hazards and Controls

Hazard	Risk	Control Measures
Contact with chemicals	Skin irritation, eye irritation, allergic skin reaction [1], eye damage [2]	Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection [1]. Avoid contact with skin and eyes, inhalation of vapours and mists 8, 10. Wash skin thoroughly after handling [1].
Inhalation of vapors or dust	Respiratory tract irritation [3]	Avoid breathing mist/vapours/spray [1]. Ensure adequate ventilation [4]. If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air [3].
Fire hazard	Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air [5]	Keep away from heat, sparks and flame 3, 4, 6. Use only non-sparking tools [5]. Take precautionary measures against static discharges 4, 15.

5. Required PPE for Today's Task

• Protective gloves [1]
• Protective clothing [1]
• Eye/face protection [1]

6. Tools and Equipment Needed

• [Tool/Equipment 1]
• [Tool/Equipment 2]
• [Tool/Equipment 3]

7. Pre-Start Checklist

Area Preparation

• [Preparation item 1]
• [Preparation item 2]
• [Preparation item 3]

Equipment Checks

• [Equipment check 1]
• [Equipment check 2]
• [Equipment check 3]

Communication

• [Communication requirement 1]
• [Communication requirement 2]

8. Task Steps Overview

1. [Key step 1]
2. [Key step 2]
3. [Key step 3]
4. [Key step 4]
5. [Key step 5]

9. Emergency Response for This Task

• Eye contact → Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes and get medical advice/attention [1]
• Skin contact → Wash with plenty of water and get medical advice/attention [1]

10. Task-Specific Precautions

• Avoid release to the environment [1]
• Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace [1]
• Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice 2, 3, 6, 7, 15

Pre-Task Briefing Confirmation

All workers understand the task, associated hazards, and required controls.

Team Lead Initials: [___] Date: [DATE] Time: [TIME]

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