Snow Ploughing Risk Assessment

Tractor Snow Plough Risk Assessment – Editable & Downloadable

Operating a tractor-mounted snow plough during winter maintenance operations comes with a number of safety considerations. This professionally written and mostly completed Snow Plough Risk Assessment is designed to help you identify and manage risks associated with clearing snow from roads, car parks, pathways, and other public or private areas.

This detailed risk assessment is ideal for use by councils, estates teams, facilities managers, and contractors involved in snow and ice clearance. It helps ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and protects your operators and the public.

✅ Hazards covered include:

• Hitching and unhitching the snow plough to the tractor
• Three-point linkage and hydraulic systems
• Low visibility and adverse weather conditions
• Obstructions, kerbs, speed bumps, and ramps
• Vehicle collisions, skidding, and loss of control

📄 This downloadable file contains:

• A detailed and editable Snow Ploughing Risk Assessment
• Clearly identified hazards, risks, control measures, and PPE requirements
• Suitable for adapting to your site-specific operations or equipment setup

This document is ready to implement immediately and can be customised to meet your exact needs. Ensure safe snow removal practices, reduce liability, and maintain compliance with this essential winter maintenance risk assessment.