2. Documentation Relevant Legislation/Standards Y / N Comments Is plant required to be registered? Y N Is a user license required? Y N Key Reference material AS4024.1 Safety of machinery AS/NZS 3760 In service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment Plant Documentation Y / N Comments Are operator’s manuals accessible? Y N Is this a restricted use item? Y N Does this item require safe use documents/test? Y N 3. Hazard Identification Hazards Inspected Risk Assessment Description of Risk Control Measures Cons Like Risk Level ENTANGLEMENT Can anyone’s hair, clothing, gloves, cleaning brushes, tools, rags or other materials become entangled with moving parts of the plant or materials? Y N Major Unlikely Medium Loose clothing, long hair, gloves and other material may become entangled with moving parts. Ensure that clothing, gloves, rags or other such items are kept clear of the moving parts when in operation. Overalls can be used to restrict loose clothing. Ensure gloves are well fitted. Secure all rags, ropes and/or other hanging items.
Hazards Inspected Risk Assessment Description of Risk Control Measures Cons Like Risk Level IMPACT AND CUTTING INJURIES Can anyone be crushed/cut/struck etc. due to: The exposed moving parts present a risk to an operator’s hands and body parts. The nylon cutting cord does not immediately stop post-operation but will continue to spin slowly until it stops. Dust, stones and debris may be ejected during operation. Ensure the nylon cord comes to a complete stop before moving or storing the equipment. Ensure operator has been trained in safe work practices and appropriate PPE is worn (e.g. safety goggles, gloves etc). Ensure only manufacturer recommended parts are utilised to replace worn/broken components. Ensure the equipment is appropriately maintained and serviced regularly in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Material falling off the plant? Y N Uncontrolled/unexpected movement of plant/load? Y N Lack of capacity to slow, stop or immobilise plant? Y N The plant tipping or rolling over? Y N Parts of the plant disintegrating or collapsing? Y N Minor Rare Low Contact with moving parts during testing, inspection, operation, maintenance, cleaning or repair? Y N Minor Unlikely Low Being thrown off or under the plant? Y N Contact with sharp or flying objects? (e.g. work pieces being ejected) Y N Moderate Likely High The mobility of the plant? Y N Minor Possible Medium Inappropriate parts and accessories being used? Y N Major Unlikely Medium Other Y N
CONDITION Is a hazard likely due to the age and condition of the plant? (Consider how hard the machine has been worked, and whether it is used constantly or rarely). Y N Can anyone be injured as a result of the plant not serviced appropriately and/or maintained in line with manufacturer’s recommendations? Y N Hazards Inspected Risk Assessment Description of Risk Control Measures Cons Like Risk Level SLIPS/TRIPS/FALLS Can anyone using the plant, or in the vicinity of the plant, slip, trip or fall due to: There may be a slip, trip or fall risk to the operator due to equipment being used outdoors and in a diverse range of environments. Operator to inspect work environment for hazards prior to commencing work. Uneven, slippery or steep work surfaces? Y N Moderate Possible Medium Poor housekeeping, e.g. spillage in the vicinity? Y N Moderate Possible Medium Obstacles being placed in the vicinity of the plant? Y N Moderate Possible Medium Inappropriate or poorly maintained floor or walking surfaces (i.e. lack of a surface, unprotected holes, penetrations or gaps?) Y N Moderate Possible Medium If operating or maintaining plant at height can anyone slip, trip or fall due to:
Use of work platforms, stairs or ladders? Y N Lack of guardrails or other suitable edge protection? Y N Other Y N Hazards Inspected Risk Assessment Description of Risk Control Measures Cons Like Risk Level FIRE AND EXPLOSION Can anyone be injured by fire? Y N Can anyone be injured by explosion of gases, vapours, liquids, dusts, or other substances? Y N TEMPERATURE/MOISTURE Can anyone come into contact with objects at high or low temperatures? Y N Can anyone suffer ill-health due to exposure to high or low temperatures? Y N Can anyone be injured or suffer ill-health due to exposure to moisture? Y N OTHER Can anyone be injured or suffer ill-health from exposure to: Operation of the whipper snipper may cause dust and other debris to become airborne. Ensure appropriate PPE is worn. Chemicals? Y N Toxic gases or vapours? Y N Fumes/Dusts? Y N Moderate Unlikely Medium