Using manual hedge cutting shears
may seem like a low-risk task, but it comes with specific hazards that should be carefully assessed—especially in professional landscaping, gardening, groundskeeping, or estates management environments.
This ready-to-use and fully editable risk assessment
helps you identify the key risks and apply appropriate safety controls when using hand shears to trim hedges or shrubs.
Key hazards covered include:
✅ Manual handling injuries
and repetitive strain
✅ Lacerations or puncture wounds
from sharp blades
✅ Allergic reactions
from plants or debris
✅ Adverse weather conditions, heat exposure, and fatigue
✅ Slips, trips, or uneven ground conditions
This pack includes:
✅ A mostly completed Hedge Shears Risk Assessment, outlining potential hazards, essential controls, and PPE requirements. Easily adapted for your specific task or site.
✅ A clear Safe Operating Procedure, guiding users through the correct setup, cutting techniques, tool handling, and shutdown—ensuring consistent and safe work practices.
This tool is ideal for landscapers, gardeners, maintenance teams, and small businesses seeking compliance with health and safety legislation.
Download your Manual Hedge Shears Risk Assessment today
—and cut risk while cutting hedges.
