FLEXIHIRE PLANT RISK ASSESSMENT

FLEXIHIRE PLANT RISK ASSESSMENT PLANT: BOOM LIFT MANUFACTURER: HAULOTTE MODEL: STAR 10 BOOM 33 FT SINGLE MANLIFT YEAR OF MANUFACTURE: 2008 PLANT I.D NO.: TBA SERIAL NO.: TBA LOCATION: QUEENSLAND METHOD OF ASSESSMENT: VISUAL AND OPERATIONAL LOCATION OF ASSESSMENT: 174 EAST STREET, ROCKHAMPTON DATE OF ASSESSMENT: JULY 2008 ASSESSMENT UNDERTAKEN BY: MANAGEMENT AND OHS MANAGER RISK CLASSIFICATION METHOD: ALL RISKS IDENTIFIED ARE CLASSIFIED AS HIGH

Hazard identification (Provide Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed description of possible hazard) (, No) to implemented s to (, No) Persons could injured or injure others An Operator s Manual has en provided by the manufacturer. 1 when operating the plant without sufficient Persons operating this plant must familiar with the training, instruction, supervision and manufacturer s operating instructions and must suitably trained information. in the safe operation of this plant. Persons could injured when adhering to A system of work adhering to the manufacturer s instructions 2 a poor system of work in relation to the should formulated and complied with at all times. operation of plant. Persons could injured by the plant The boom lift is accompanied by a Maintenance Record/Logbook. 3 operating in poor conditions as a result of The operator is to instructed to check the plant for faults prior to general wear and tear on components. commencing works each day and if they are serious, report them immediately otherwise record them in the maintenance records logbook. Persons could injured if they were No - The The manufacturer has supplied an emergency stop button on the 4 unable to stop the operation of the boom lift manufacturer has panel mounted upon the platform. The operator must in an emergency situation. supplied an ensure that he/she is aware of the location of the emergency stop 2

emergency stop button on the boom lift. button. Persons could injured if the plant which A DANGER DO NOT USE sign should attached to the plant by 5 is known to faulty and unsafe is an authorised person, signed and dated. The operator should operated. instructed that while such tags are attached to the machine it must not used until the tag is removed by a qualified mechanic. Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there a Where there is a risk, descri the proposed Are the possible hazard) risk? to implemented risk s (, No) to practicable implemented?? (, No) Persons could injured if the operator of the The operator should instructed to inspect the area where the 6 scissor lift is not familiar with the working scissor lift is intended to operated prior to works commencing and environment. enquire if there are any site specific requirements to observed. Persons could injured if the operator is not The operator should trained in determining unsafe conditions and 7 aware of hazards and unsafe conditions which hazards that are relative to the plant s safe operation. may result in accident or injury when operating the plant. 3

Persons may injured if the operator does not The operator must trained to fully understand the plant and its 8 understand the plant they are operating. operating instructions. Ensure that he/she reads and thoroughly understands the operation and instruction manual. Persons could injured if the operator The operators should instructed not to carry out work that is 9 performs duties which are yond their outside their normal duties and report any matter of concern to their responsibilities and capabilities. supervisor. Persons could injured if the plant was not Records of all inspection and testing are to maintained for the life 10 confirmed to safe in accordance with the of the plant. requirements of the Statutory Authority by testing. Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there a Where there is a risk, descri the proposed Are the possible hazard) risk? to implemented risk s (, No) to practicable implemented?? (, No) Persons could injured if the plant has not Instruct the operator or a competent person to check and test the 11 en tested and inspected in accordance with machine in accordance with the manufacturer s checklist and record 4

manufacturer s instructions prior to works each the findings in the maintenance/logbook prior to commencing work day. each day. Persons could injured if the plant has en The operator should instructed that any modification to the plant 12 modified from its original design. should approved by the manufacturer or some other suitably qualified engineer and that all relevant design information/computations must retained and available upon request by the appropriate authority. Persons could injured if the s, Instruct the operator to cover and protect the s identification 13 instruction signs and warning decals are signs and warning decals on the plant. damaged in a hostile environment. Persons could injured if the operator does not Ensure that all stickers, warning plates and instructions are clearly 14 understand the instruction and warning plates legible, and in English. International signs are not acceptable. and stickers mounted on the plant. Persons could injured if a plant that is not The manufacturer has provided an operators instruction manual. This 15 operating as designed by the manufacturer is manual prohibits such operation. Instruct operator to cease use of a used. malfunctioning plant and attach a DANGER DO NOT USE tag. Hazard identification (Provide Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed description of possible hazard) (, No) to implemented s to 5

(, No) Persons could injured if a plant The manufacturer prohibits such use. A DANGER DO 16 that has en tagged with a NOT USE tag should attached to the plant by an DANGER DO NOT USE tag is authorised person, signed and dated. The operator should operated. instructed that while such a tag is attached to the machine it must not used until the tag is removed by a qualified mechanic. Persons could injured if a No - The plant has en 17 component of the plant fails or designed in accordance with a collapses. recognised published technical standard. Persons could injured if the plant The plant has en tested for compliance with Australian 18 did not comply with the relevant Standard AS 1418.10 1996. A compliance plate displaying Australian Standard for its safe that testing that has en conducted in accordance with operation. AS 1418.10 should permanently fixed to the plant. Ensure that this plate is kept clean. Persons could injured if any of the The operator is to instructed that safety devices are not 19 safety devices are disabled. disabled and must checked each day prior to works. Persons could injured if the plant is Instruct the operator to check and test the plant in 20 not tested in accordance with the accordance with the Australian Standards checklist and Australian Standards checklist. record it in the scissor lift maintenance/logbook. 6

Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed Are the possible hazard) (, No) to implemented risk s to practicable implemented?? (, No) Persons could injured if the s are not No - The Instruct the operator to check that the identification of the 21 clearly marked to show their correct functions. manufacturer has is legible and defines its specific action. Details of identified all s his/her inspection should noted in the logbook. with their functions placed side them. Persons could injured if the plant is started Instruct all personnel that upon leaving the plant they 22 and / or operated by an unauthorised person. should ensure that the plant is made safe and unable to operated by unauthorised personnel. Persons could injured while working upon or Instruct the operator upon working the mechanical parts to 23 ing close to moving mechanical parts while wear close fitting clothing. wearing loose fitting clothing. Persons could injured while ing close to Instruct the persons involved to wear a hair net or other 24 mechanical or moving parts while having long restraining device during works with the plant. hair. 7

Persons could injured if plant was ing Instruct the operator that they must ensure that they have 25 operated in a poorly lit environment. absolute clear vision in a properly lit workplace at all times. Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed Are the possible hazard) (, No) to implemented risk s to practicable implemented?? (, No) Persons could injured if the operator is under Instruct the operator that operating the plant under the 26 the influence of alcohol or drugs. influence of alcohol or drugs is prohibited and a breach of company policy. Persons could injured if the operator s Instruct the operator that they must report to a supervisor 27 performance is inhibited by poor health or if they are suffering from poor health and their safe medication with side effects. operating ability may inhibited. Persons could injured if the operator s Instruct the operator to report to their supervisor if they 28 performance is inhibited by excessive fatigue. are suffering from excessive fatigue and their safe operating ability may inhibited. Persons could injured if the s on the No - The manufacturer The operator should instructed in the use of the 8

29 scissor lift were constantly operating. has provided an enable switch on the side of the console which is timed for approximately three (3) seconds. Persons could injured or injure others if 30 proper records of repairs and maintenance are not recorded. s. Instruct the operator to ensure that a maintenance logbook is provided for in this plant. Maintenance personnel are to maintain and issue records of all works. 31 Hazard identification (Provide description of possible hazard) Is there a risk? (, No) Where there is a risk, descri the proposed to implemented Are the risk practicable? (, No) s to implemented? Persons could injured if unauthorised Instruct the operator that the plant s working area is to designated persons, equipment or vehicles move into the and barricaded to limit entry to authorised personnel only. working area. Persons could injured if the operator has Instruct the operator that they should not drink, eat, read or otherwise 9

32 their attention diverted from their duties. divert their attention from the operations while operating the plant. 33 34 35 Persons could injured if tools or other items are left in the work area and foul access to the action of specific s. Persons could injured if the plant is operated on surface which may not sustain its weight. Persons may struck on the head while operating on site. Instruct the operator to ensure that the platform or work area is clean and tidy and any tools or other items are properly stowed at all times. Instruct the operator to check the ground conditions or structure loadings with a supervisor fore operating the boom lift. Instruct all personnel to wear appropriate personal protective equipment whilst on site. Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there a Where there is a risk, descri the proposed Are the possible hazard) risk? to implemented risk s (, No) to practicable implemented?? (, No) 10

Persons could injured if the boom lift was The operator should instructed to carry out daily/weekly and 36 subjected to structural, mechanical or corrosive monthly checks upon the plant as required. The results should damage and it was not noticed. recorded in the logbook. The manufacturer and the Australian Standard have set out a routine of periodical checks that the operator must complete prior to use. Persons could injured if the boom lift was The manufacturer has provided a manual for Operating and 37 operated by a person unfamiliar with this make Maintenance Instruction. Persons maintaining and operating the and model. boom lift should provided with a copy of the manufacturer s manual and should make themselves familiar with its contents. Persons may injured if struck by a moving The area where the plant is operating should isolated with limited 38 machine. access to authorised personnel only. All personnel should wear appropriate personal protective equipment and competent. Persons may injured or crushed tween this Suitable procedures are to in place to prevent the risk of crushing. 39 plant and other equipment or plant. All personnel are to wear appropriate personal protective equipment and to aware of other plant and equipment in the works area. Persons could injured if the devices The manufacturer has provided an automatic return to neutral upon 40 could remain in the on position. release s. The operator should instructed in the use of the s. Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there Where there is a risk, descri the proposed to Are the possible hazard) a risk? implemented risk s 11

(, to No) practicable implemented?? (, No) Persons could injured by horseplay or All personnel are to instructed to have responsibly and not to 41 inappropriate haviour. indulge in any unwarranted actions. All personnel are to suitably trained and competent in the safe work procedures for this plant. Persons could injured if personnel are day All personnel are to instructed to stay alert and concentrate on the 42 dreaming and not concentrating on the task. works at all times. Persons could injured in the s of the Instruct the operator to check the s prior to commencing work 43 boom lift were jammed, taped or fixed in any and if they are stuck or do not move freely report the matter to the position. supervisor. Record the findings of the inspection in the logbook. Persons could injured if s were The operator should instructed not to permit persons to operate the 44 operated while the authorised operator was boom lift without their permission (emergencies excepted). Access to absent. operation of the boom lift by unauthorised persons is to denied Persons could injured if the plant collides with The operator should instructed to travel at a safe distance from 45 other plant or equipment. other plant and equipment when moving the plant. A suitable and safe travelling route is to designated for the movement of plant on site. The travelling route should designated for mobile plant only, with 12

separate travelling routes for personnel and vehicles. All personnel are to trained on the designated travel routes. Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed Are the possible hazard) (, No) to implemented risk s to practicable implemented?? (, No) Persons could have their hands injured while Instruct all personnel to wear suitable personal protective 46 carrying out tasks on the plant. equipment including gloves. All personnel to competent. Persons could injured if the console No - The manufacturer Instruct the operator to ensure that the console 47 came unstable and fell on the platform deck. has provided a proper remains in its designated place at all times. fixing for the console to fixed upon. Persons could injured if the operator could No - The manufacturer The works should supervised and a second person 48 not stop the machine in an emergency due to has provided a second should available to press the second emergency the failure of the upper panel emergency emergency stop button at button on the lower station. stop button. the lower station. 13

Persons could injured if the plant damaged Instruct the operator to inspect the ground where the 49 underground hazards such as gas, electricity boomlift is to operated. Appropriate engineering and water pipes or other buried objects. documentation should obtained from the supervisor where necessary to determine that the ground conditions are safe. Persons could injured by a lightning strike. All personnel should instructed to remain at a safe 50 distance from the plant is the event of a lighting storm and make the plant safe. Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed possible hazard) (, No) to implemented s to (, No) Persons could injured if the boom lift makes The operator should instructed not to operate the plant 51 contact with live electrical conductors or near live wires. Appropriate should taken to powerlines. adhere to the NO GO ZONE recommendations. A warning notice should attached to the plant. Persons could injured by live electrical Instruct all personnel to adhere to the NO GO ZONE 52 conductors if the plant is operated in close recommendations when operating the plant. Only trained proximity to them. and competent persons are to work with the boom lift. 14

Persons could injured if the plant is Instruct all personnel to ensure that the site supervisor 53 operated in close proximity to high power contacts the relevant authority or company and establishes electromagnetic wave emitters e.g. radio or safety prior to commencing works. television transmitters. Persons could injured if the boom lift No - The manufacturer Instruct the operator to ensure that the S.W.L is not 54 exceeds its safe working load. has provided a W.L.L or exceeded. The weight of all people, tools, and materials S.W.L notice setting out must considered at all times. the machines lifting limits. People may injured if the hoist was ing Instruct the operator that the boom lift should not 55 operated in excessive winds. operated in excessive winds. Works are to cease in excessive wind conditions that present a risk to health and safety and inhibit the safe operation of the boom lift. Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed possible hazard) (, No) to implemented s to (, No) Persons may inured if the boom lift is Instruct the operator to ensure that the boom lift is 56 operating in close proximity to overhead power not operated in the vicinity of powerlines and that 15

items. the boom lift operation complies with the No Go Zone guidelines. Any works to undertaken near powerlines should ensure that protective devices such as tigertails, signs and spotter are to provided and have the power disconnected. Persons could injured if the operator ignores The operator should instructed not to exceed 57 the S.W.L on the boom lift. the S.W.L as descrid on the platform. Persons could injured if the boom lift is Instruct the operator to set up adequate 58 operated upon a public thoroughfare, footpath guarding/barricades about the boom lift in order to or work s access way. protect all persons from hazards. Persons could injured if the S.W.L on the No - The manufacturer has The operator should instructed not to exceed 59 platform extension is exceeded. determined the S.W.L for this the S.W.L as indicated on the platform extension. configuration and an appropriate Only persons familiar with this model boom lift are sign is attached. to have access to the operation of the boom lift. Persons could injured if more than one Instruct the operator not to permit more than one 60 person worked upon the platform extension person and his/her tools and equipment to and caused overloading. upon the platform extension while it is extended. Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there Where there is a risk, descri the proposed to possible hazard) a risk? implemented s (, to 16

No) (, No) Persons could injured if the platform Instruct the operator to ensure that the platform extension is free of all 61 extension struck them fore it is lowered. equipment etc and then retract it prior to lowering the main platform. Persons could injured if maintenance Only qualified personnel to maintain and service the plant. An operators 62 personnel do not understand the workings of the and maintenance manual has en provided by the manufacturer. plant. Service and maintenance personnel are to read and thoroughly understand the plant s operator s, instruction and service manual. Persons could injured if maintenance Only qualified and competent personnel are to undertake repairs and 63 personnel are not qualified and competent to maintenance on the boom lift. All repairs and maintenance undertaken undertake maintenance and repairs on the plant. are to have a report issued indicating the nature of the work undertaken. This report is to maintained as a record for the life of the boom lift. Persons could injured if repairs and Maintenance and repairs personnel are to instructed not to work on 64 maintenance are conducted whilst the plant is the plant while it is operating. operating. Persons could injured if the platform Instruct the operator to ensure that the platform extension is free of all 65 extension struck them while it was ing equipment etc and then retract it prior to lowering the main platform. No lowered. persons are to stand or work in the boom lift s work area. 17

Hazard identification (Provide Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed description of possible hazard) (, No) to implemented s to (, No) Persons could injured if the plant Instruct the operator to park the plant in a safe location and if 66 comes unstable due to its supporting there is any doubt to seek the advice from their supervisor or surface collapsing or deteriorating during an engineer. repairs and maintenance. Persons could injured if the plant is Ensure that all machine guards are in place and the plant 67 disassembled. doors are closed fore starting the engine. Persons could injured if the platform No - A spring type latch is The operator should instructed how to use the platform 68 deck extension is not latched in place and provided to maintain the location extension locking device and that it must put in place the machine moves. of the platform extension. whenever the platform is extended. Persons could injured if the plant is not A system should in place for maintenance and repair. 69 properly maintained and serviced. Only qualified and competent personnel to undertake maintenance and repair on the boom lift. All maintenance and repairs are to have a full report issued. This report is to maintained as a record for the life of the boom lift. Persons could injured if the boom lift is The operator should instructed to check with his/her 18

70 operated upon a surface or adjacent to a supervisor or an engineer prior to operating on any area that pit wall which may not sustain its operating does not have a solid level surface. weight. Persons could injured if persons are All personnel are to instructed to refrain from smoking 71 smoking near the plant. near the plant. NO SMOKING signs should attached to the boom lift. 72 73 74 Hazard identification (Provide description of possible hazard) Is there a risk? (, No) Persons could injured in the event of a fire. No - A fire extinguisher has en provided. Persons could injured if a boom lift slips and/or skids in wet or slippery conditions. Persons could injured if the plant comes unstable due to its supporting surface Where there is a risk, descri the proposed to implemented (, No) s to Instruct all personnel on how to use the fire extinguisher. Instruct the operator that appropriate tyres must installed to suit specific workplace conditions. The operator should instructed to check with their supervisor or an engineer prior to operating on any area that does not have a 19

collapsing or ing washed away. solid level surface. The boom lift should not operated in conditions yond it s capacity. Persons could injured if additional height Instruct the operator to ensure that the boom lift is positioned such 75 reaching equipment (ladders etc) is used to that all work may completed with both feet on the platform floor. provide additional reach for workers. Persons could affected and made unwell if All personnel to notified not to start the plant in a poorly 76 operating the plant in a poorly ventilated area. ventilated area. Procedures are to in place to ensure that the work area designated for operation of the boom lift is safe and suitable. Poorly ventilated or confined spaces present a risk of exposure to fumes or a lack of oxygen. Workplace planning must consider and account for such conditions. Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there Where there is a risk, descri the proposed to possible hazard) a risk? implemented s (, to No) (, No) Persons could injured if the plant was ing All personnel to instructed not to use flammable substances to clean 77 cleaned with substances that are flammable. the machine. Only trained and authorised persons are to clean this boom lift. Persons could injured if tools, rags etc are All personnel are to instructed not to leave any tools, rags etc on the 20

78 left in the engine compartment. engine compartment. The operator should check the engine compartment 79 80 81 Persons could injured if the plant is started for use while a warning tag is attached. Persons could injured if the plant is started while a device is engaged. Persons may injured if the plant comes unstable due to ing raised while it is upon a truck, trailer or float. after work has en conducted there-in. The operator should instructed not to start or use the plant when a warning tag is attached. Access to the operation of faulty or unsafe boom lift is to denied. The operator should instructed not to start the plant until they have checked that all levers and switches are in the neutral, off or safe position to start plant. Instruct the operator not to raise the platform until the machine is set up upon a solid immobile surface. Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed possible hazard) (, No) to implemented s to practicable 21

? implemented (, No)? Persons could injured if the plant was Instruct all personnel to cease works in the case of inclement 82 operated in inclement weather. weather. Persons could injured if an adequate work area Instruct all personnel not to commence works until an adequate 83 was not designated for the plant and personnel. work area has en designated for the plant and personnel. Suitable workplace planning is to consider and provide for the provision of an adequate and safe work area for the operation of the boom lift. Persons could injured if the boom lift is No - A tilt switch Instruct the operator to ensure that the chassis is level fore 84 elevated while the chassis is not in a level has en elevating the platform. position. provided by the manufacturer. Persons could injured or injure others if they Only authorised and competent persons may conduct welding on 85 conduct welding on load aring parts without load aring parts. All welding works undertaken are to have a full ing authorised to do so. report issued of the work undertaken and this report is to maintained as a record for the life of the boom lift. Persons could injured if unauthorised All personnel to instructed that unauthorised modifications to the 86 modifications are undertaken on the boom lift. plant are not to undertaken under any circumstance. 22

Hazard identification (Provide description Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed of possible hazard) (, No) to implemented s to (, No) Persons could injured or injure others if All personnel are to instructed to adhere to manufacturer s 87 they fail to adhere to the manufacturer s instructions at all times. All personnel should familiar with the instructions. manufacturer s instructions prior to working with this boom lift. Persons could injured if the boom lift Instruct the operator to ensure that the boom lift platform is in 88 travels on an excessive gradient. the stowed position when climbing or descending a gradient of which must not exceed 25%. Persons could injured if the boom lift No - A tilt switch is Instruct the operator not to attempt to travel on any slope or 89 attempts to travel on or across a side slope provided to cease incline in excess of 3 degrees with the platform elevated. while the platform is elevated. lifting operations after the maximum angle is reached. Persons could injured or injure others if Ensure that the boom lift is kept clean at all times and personnel 90 they slip from a soiled boom lift. are to refrain from climbing on the boom lift unless necessary and wearing suitable personal protective equipment. 23

91 92 93 Hazard identification (Provide description of possible hazard) Persons could injured if the machine is not made level and its position maintained. Persons could injured if the platform of the boom lift is raised while the machine is located upon an incline in excess of 3 degrees. Persons could injured if the boom lift attempted to climb an incline at high speed. Is there a risk? (, No) Where there is a risk, descri the proposed to implemented (, No) s to implemented?. Works with this plant are to commence until it is confirmed that it is level and safe for operation. No - A tilt switch and Instruct the operator not to attempt to travel on any incline in alarm has en provided excess of 3 degrees with the platform elevated. to cease lifting operations after the maximum angle is reached. No - A tilt switch alarm is The operator should instructed that while ascending a grade provided to cease lifting they should only do so using low speed and with caution. operations after the maximum angle is 24

reached. Persons could injured if unsecured All accessories are to made secure and safe prior to and 94 accessories slip and fall from a loading surface. during works. Persons could injured and suffer hearing loss Personnel to undertake checks each day to ensure that noise 95 due to defective noise insulation or inadequate insulation on the plant is adequate. All personnel to wear personal protective equipment. suitable hearing protection, (ear muffs, ear plugs) during works. Hazard identification (Provide description Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed of possible hazard) (, No) to implemented s to (, No) Persons could injured if the operator uses The operator should instructed to use the s slowly 96 the s in an abrupt manner. and gently. Operators are to suitably trained and competent. Persons could injured if the access ladder is The manufacturer has provided an access ladder. The 97 subjected to structural damage and it was not operator should instructed to check that the access ladder noticed. is not damaged and if it is to attach a DANGER DO NOT USE tag. Persons could injured during access and No - Foot plates are The operator should instructed to ensure that the foot 25

98 egress for the unit. non skid and suitable hand holds are provided. Persons could injured if they attempt to exit No - An emergency 99 the platform should the power source fail to lowering device has function. en provided at ground level. Persons could injured if the safety gear was 100 serviced and maintained by an incompetent person. plates and hand holds are clean and free from dirt and grease at all times. The operator should instructed how to operate the emergency lowering device. The manufacturer has provided a proper maintenance manual and spare parts book. Only qualified maintenance personnel are to service this boom lift. Hazard identification (Provide description of Is there a Where there is a risk, descri the proposed to possible hazard) risk? implemented s (, No) to (, No) Persons may injured or injure others if they All personnel should instructed, trained and familiar with the 101 fail to adhere to the procedures formulated for procedures in place for use of this boom lift. Personnel who have any use of this boom lift. doubts as to the procedure in place should consult their supervisor. 26

Persons could injured or injure others if their Instruct all personnel associated with the use of the boom lift to ensure 102 hands slipped off the s. that their hands are dry at all times. Persons could injure their feet if loose items fell Instruct all personnel to wear suitable safety footwear at all times. All 103 on them. tools and equipment are to safely stowed at all times and personnel are to take due caution during all works to ensure safety. Persons could injured if the operator s Instruct all personnel to wear protective glasses or some other form of 104 vision is impaired by sunlight or bright lights eye protection. Shields, curtains or guards can used as an alternative that are in close proximity. where practicable and safe to do so. Persons could injured if distracted by noise. Instruct personnel to wear ear muffs or some other form of suitable 105 hearing protection. Workplace noise levels should kept at a safe and acceptable level to prevent the risk of noise exposure. Noise levels must not exceed 80 dba over an 8 hour period. Where noise levels are excessive and elimination, substitution, isolation, or administrative s are not practicable, suitable PPE must worn by all persons exposed. Hazard identification (Provide description Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed of possible hazard) (, No) to implemented s to 27

(, No) Personnel may injured or injure others by Instruct all personnel to wear a high visibility reflective 106 not ing visible whilst on the work site. vest or some other form of suitable garment. Persons could injure their hands or other parts Instruct al personnel to wear suitable personal protective 107 of their body whilst carrying out tasks on the equipment whilst working on the plant and to cautious plant. at all times during works. Persons could injured if there was an Persons should instructed to step away from the plant 108 earthquake during works. and cease works during such an event. Persons could injured when entering or No - An emergency Instruct the operator to use an approved safety harness 109 leaving the boom lift work platform when it is in lowering device has en when entering and leaving the elevated work platform in the elevated position. provided at ground level an elevated position. The operator must ensure that the to permit the platform to platform is within 300mm of the safe/secure structure that descend in an is ing entered/exited. emergency. Persons could injured if they attempt to The operator should instructed to ensure that no 110 descend or ascend by means of climbing the person climbs upon an elevated work platform s arms. boom arm. 28

Hazard identification (Provide description Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed of possible hazard) (, No) to implemented s to (, No) Persons could injured if any part of the The operator should instructed that the removal of any part 112 platform handrails are removed. of the handrails is prohibited. Persons could injured if they climb over the No - The manufacturer The operator must instructed to ensure that all persons only 113 handrails. has provided a drop bar use the gate for egress and entry. type gate at the end of the platform. Persons could injured if the gate is left No - The manufacturer 114 open and provides an opening. has provided a self closing bar type gate. Persons could injured if the entry drop bar The operator should instructed to check that the drop bar 115 gate is left open due to a malfunction of the operates in a satisfactory manner. The results should sliding unit. recorded within the logbook. Persons could injured if the guardrail No - Proper guards have Instruct the operator to visually check that the guardrails are 116 system including the drop bar gate is in poor en provided with a drop not damaged and that the drop bar falls automatically. Details 29

condition. bar type gate. of their inspection should recorded in the logbook. Hazard identification (Provide description Is there a Where there is a risk, descri the proposed to of possible hazard) risk? implemented s (, No) to (, No) Persons could injured by the unit tipping or The operator should instructed to ask their supervisor for an 117 rolling upon a poor surface. Engineering Assessment of any operating surfaces that appear soft. Operators should instructed to operate only on solid level surfaces within the capacity and the recommended uses of the machine. Persons could injured if the plant is driven Instruct the operator that driving up or down a ramp on an incline is 118 up or down a ramp on an angle. prohibited. Persons could injured if they are not aware The operator should instructed that the plant is not electrically 119 that the plant is not electrically insulated. insulted. 30

Persons could injured if they climb upon Instruct the operator that no persons are to climb upon the handrails. 120 the handrails. Persons could injured if some person ties Instruct the operator to always check the boom lift fore moving to 121 or anchors the boom lift to a nearby structure ensure that the plant is not secured to another object in any way. or vehicle. Hazard identification (Provide description Is there a Where there is a risk, descri the proposed to of possible hazard) risk? implemented s (, No) to (, No) Persons may inured if planks are fixed Instruct the operator not to permit or secure planks or other flat materials 122 onto the top or mid handrails. to the handrails for any purpose. Persons could injured if the plant travels at Instruct the operator to travel slowly and cautiously at all times. 123 high speed. 31

Persons could injured if the machine s Instruct the operator to travel slowly and cautiously at all times and look 124 wheel drops down a hole, strikes a bump or ahead for ground faults. travels over debris and coverings that may conceal a hole or other hazards. Persons could injured if the machine Instruct the operator to travel slowly and cautiously and aware to 125 travels under an overhead obstruction. avoid overhead obstructions. Persons could injured if the machine is The operator should instructed that the maximum allowable sped for 126 towed at high speed. towing the machine is 16 km/h. Hazard identification (Provide description Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed of possible hazard) (, No) to implemented s to (, No) 32

Persons could injured if the machine was The operator should instructed to ensure that the machine 127 turned at high speed. is turned at a safe speed i.e. the sharper the turn, the slower the speed. Care must taken at all times. Persons could injured if the platform deck No - A spring type The operator should instructed how to use the platform 128 extension is not latched in place and the latch is provided to extension locking device and that it must put in place machine moves. maintain the location whenever the platform is extended. of the platform extension. Persons could injured if the machine Instruct the operator to check the machines steering 129 steering mechanism fails. mechanism prior to operating the unit. Record the results in the maintenance logbook. Persons could injured if they in close No - The Instruct the operator to ensure that ground personnel are at 130 proximity to the machine when it moves. manufacturer has least 2 metres away from the machine prior to moving. provided a horn. Persons could injured if the operator Instruct the operator not to travel the machine unless they 131 cannot see where the machine is going. have clear vision of the chosen path for the machine or has services of a competent guide. 33

Hazard identification (Provide description Is there a Where there is a risk, descri the proposed to of possible hazard) risk? implemented s (, No) to (, No) Persons could injured if the machine The operator should instructed not to drive an incline, grade or ramp 132 travels down a grade at high speed. in any other speed than low. Persons could injured by stepping into the No - A The operator must instructed to always expect the unexpected and 134 path of the boom lift. horn has aware of all blind spots. en installed. Persons could injured if an unauthorised The operator should instructed not to increase the size of the deck or 135 deck extension was added to the platform. platform in excess of the area provided by the manufacturer. Persons could injured if a heavy load was The operator should instructed to distribute the weight of the platform 136 placed on one side of the platform. loads equally about the floor. Persons could injured if loads were hung The operator should instructed not to hang any load over the side of 137 from the handrails or the platform. the machine at any time. 34

Hazard identification (Provide description Is there a Where there is a risk, descri the proposed to of possible hazard) risk? implemented s (, No) to (, No) Persons could injured if the platform or the The operator should instructed to turn off the main crane isolator of 138 persons within were struck by an overhead any overhead crane working above the elevated work platform and crane. remove the key from the switch block. Persons could injured if the machine was Instruct the operator to set up barricades in such situations where other 139 struck by another floor operating machine. plant is also operating in the area. Persons could injured by power tools Instruct the operator to ensure that all tools are contained within the 140 hanging from the platform or handrails. confines of the platform and that power tools are not hung from the handrail or platform. Persons could injured if tools and Instruct the operator to ensure that all tools and equipment are made 141 equipment fall from the boom lift. safe at all times. 35

Persons could injured if the elevated work Instruct the operator to cease works in excessive wind conditions that 142 platform is operated in strong winds or in draft comply with the manufacturer s recommendations. prone conditions. Hazard identification (Provide description Is there a risk? Where there is a risk, descri the proposed of possible hazard) (, No) to implemented s to (, No) Persons could injured if they are crushed No - A travel alarm All persons operating this boom lift are to ensure to inspect the 143 tween the moving elevated work platform will sound while the work area prior to travelling, elevating or retracting and a fixed object. machine is travelling or ascending. Persons could injured if they are crushed No - An audible Instruct the operator to ensure that the audible flashing acon is 144 tween the moving elevating platform a fixed flashing acon has operative at all times and record the details in the logbook. plant. en installed to 36

warn persons. Persons could injured by the elevated work Instruct the operator to conduct daily inspections of the elevated 145 platform failing to sustain its load. work platform and record the finding in the logbook. Any faults detected should reported immediately to the supervisor. Persons could injured if struck by the No - An audible Instruct the operator to ensure that the warning device is 146 upward movement of the elevated work flashing acon has operative at all times. platform. en installed to warn persons. Persons could injured if a piece of foreign The operator should instructed not to set up the elevated work 147 material was placed or fell within the prior to platform in an area where projecting pieces of material are the elevated work platform descending. located and that they should inspect the scissors to ensure they are clear of obstruction prior to lowering the platform. Hazard identification (Provide description Is there a Where there is a risk, descri the proposed to of possible hazard) risk? implemented s (, No) to (, No) Persons could injured by fire when Instruct the operator to ensure that there is clear access to the fire 37

148 refuelling machines. extinguisher. Ensure that the operator is trained in the correct use of the 149 150 151 152 Accident or injury may result if unauthorised persons attempt to inspect this boom lift. Persons could injured whilst the machine is ing load or unloaded off a truck, trailer or float. Persons could injured if the machine was moved using a crane. Persons may injured if the weight of the machine exceeded the capacity of the crane attempting to raise or lower it due to information or the crane was not suitable. fire extinguisher and the correct procedure for refuelling. Only trained and authorised persons are permitted to undertake any form of inspection and maintenance on this boom lift. Unauthorised access to the scissor lift is not permitted. Ensure that the machine and mode of transport is safe and suitable prior to use. Ensure that personnel are competent to undertake works and due caution is taken during loading and unloading. The operator of the crane must hold an appropriate Certificate Of Competency for the crane. Designated lifting points are identified and provided. Ensure that all personnel are trained and competent. Ensure that the weight of the machine is confirmed prior to lifting works and that a suitable crane is selected. All personnel are to trained and competent. The works area must barricaded and guarded to prevent unauthorised access. 38