WHS System Corporate SWMS

S3 WHS 304 Cutquik High Speed Cutting Tools SWMS Page 1of 9

SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT

Activity Description Cutquik High Speed Cutting Tools

Site Specific Risk Assessment and Site Induction: In addition to this SWMS, a site specific risk assessment (SSRA) shall be conducted and recorded in consultation with all workers Any hazards with the potential to seriously, or fatally, injure any person is to be recorded on the SSRA Any persons working on the site are to be inducted and their attention drawn to those hazards. Objective: To ensure Cutquik High Speed Cutting Tools are used in a safe manner. Definitions: 1. SWMS: Safe Work Method Statement 2. Cutquik: A registered trade name for STIHL brand concrete cut off machines. 3. TCP: Traffic Control Plan 4. RPM: Revolutions per minute Work sequence 1. Conduct a Site Specific Risk Assessment and induct staff, if necessary. Hazards Unfamiliar worksite Risks Death or serious injury Risk Ranking M

5. PPE: Personal Protective Equipment 6. AS: Australian Standard 7. E: Extreme; H: High; M: Medium; L: Low

Controls - All staff on site to complete a Site Specific Risk Assessment. - Wear appropriate PPE High visibility vest, protective gloves, hard hat, safety boots, eye, ear, respiratory and UV protection and long trousers. - Clear working area of obstructions and obstacles prior to operations. - Check for services such as electricity, gas, communications networks, water and sewerage and clearly mark their locations.

Plant Items to be Used NA

Training & Qualifications Needed and by Whom - Risk Assessment by onsite Supervisor - If Construction Site National NSW Construction Induction Workcover (White Card) All staff

Codes of Practices, Procedures, Other References WHS Manual - Risk Management Procedure Code of Practice - How to Manage Work Health Safety Risks (2011) - SCC Site Specific Checklist and TC Record

Unique Document Number: S3 WHS 304 Adopted: 08.06.2006

SWMS Owner: Manager Human Resources Responsible for Implementation: Group: Corporate & Community Services WHS Co-ordinator Last Amended: 05.08.2013 Review Date: Review Date: 05.08.2016 Version: 3

TRIM Ref: SWMS 1210 Page 1 of 9

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Plant Items to be Used Training & Qualifications Needed and by Whom Codes of Practices, Procedures, Other References

Work sequence

Hazards

Risks

Risk Ranking

Controls - Check for existing structures such as fences, buildings and vehicles. - Check for live services such as electrical wiring, gas, water, telephone etc near cutting area before commencing work. - Wear Personal Protective Equipment Safety helmet; hearing protection: safety boots; safety glasses, safety goggles, or safety face shield; close fitting non-flammable long pants or overalls; respiratory protection equipment (minimum of disposable mask P2 rated or higher); close fitting safety vest. - Emergency escape route - Emergency Response - First Aid Kit - Two-way radio or mobile phone - Stop work until conditions improve. - Reassess site before recommencing work. - Inspect work area for appropriate foot placement and vehicle access. Dont walk where you cant see firm surface eg long grass. - Dont drive onto soft or

Cutquik operations

Death or serious injury

WHS Manual - Plant & Equipment Safety Procedure - Personal Protective Equipment & Clothing Procedure Code of Practice - Managing the Risks of Plant in the Workplace (2012)

Emergency Lack of communication Weather - thunder storm - heavy rain - strong winds Uneven or slippery Ground

Death or serious injury

WHS Manual - Emergency Evacuation Procedure

Death or serious injury - Muscle sprain (limbs or torso) - Broken bones - Cuts and abrasion

WHS Manual - Risk Management Procedure Code of Practice - How to Manage Work Health

Unique Document Number: S3 WHS 304 Adopted: 08.06.2006

SWMS Owner: Manager Human Resources Responsible for Implementation: Group: Corporate & Community Services WHS Co-ordinator Last Amended: 05.08.2013 Review Date: Review Date: 05.08.2016 Version: 3

TRIM Ref: SWMS 1210 Page 2 of 9

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Plant Items to be Used - Applicable Plant or Equipment Training & Qualifications Needed and by Whom - Plant operation techniques Codes of Practices, Procedures, Other References Safety Risks (2011) WHS Manual - Plant & Equipment Safety Procedure Code of Practice - Managing the Risks of Plant in the Workplace (2012) - Pre operation Checklist - Manufacturers operations manual for plant - Maintenance specifications

Work sequence 2. Cutquik saw pre operation check: Machine condition

Hazards Cutquik inspection

Risks - Injury - Cuts - Amputation

Risk Ranking H

Controls slippery ground. - Visually inspect equipment prior to use to ensure all safety features are operational and there is no evidence of any damage. Check and complete the Plant Inspection Checklist. Check the correct cutting disc is correctly installed. - Inspect the cutting disc for any cracks, chips or warping. - WARNING: Never attach a circular saw blade to a Cutquik. - Before installing a cutting disc ensure that the maximum disc operating speed is above or equal to the RPM rating of the Cutquik. - Only use authorized discs with approved RPM rating. - Only use the abrasive disc approved for the type of material to be cut. - NOTE: Preference should be given to the use of Diamond cutting discs. - Do not cut into any pipe or container without first ensuring that it does not contain flammable substances. - Use the Cutquik for cutting

Machine Fuelling and lubricating

Unique Document Number: S3 WHS 304 Adopted: 08.06.2006

SWMS Owner: Manager Human Resources Responsible for Implementation: Group: Corporate & Community Services WHS Co-ordinator Last Amended: 05.08.2013 Review Date: Review Date: 05.08.2016 Version: 3

TRIM Ref: SWMS 1210 Page 3 of 9

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Plant Items to be Used Training & Qualifications Needed and by Whom Codes of Practices, Procedures, Other References

Work sequence

Hazards

Risks

Risk Ranking

Controls only, NOT FOR GRINDING. Fuelling: Fuelling must be carried out in a well ventilated area. Clean area around fuel and oil filler caps prior to removal. Open the fuel filler cap slowly to allow any back pressure to escape.

Fuelling

Injury Explosion Overcome by vapour

WHS Manual - Hazardous Chemicals and Dangerous Goods Procedure Code of Practice - Managing the Risks of Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace (2012)

3. Cutquik operation:

Operating near excavations

Death or serious injury

Excavation safety (make safe excavation or trench for staff to work in, and eliminate

- Applicable Plant or Equipment

- Plant operation techniques - SCC Internal Cutquik

WHS Manual - Plant & Equipment Safety Procedure

Unique Document Number: S3 WHS 304 Adopted: 08.06.2006

SWMS Owner: Manager Human Resources Responsible for Implementation: Group: Corporate & Community Services WHS Co-ordinator Last Amended: 05.08.2013 Review Date: Review Date: 05.08.2016 Version: 3

TRIM Ref: SWMS 1210 Page 4 of 9

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Plant Items to be Used Cutquik saw Training & Qualifications Needed and by Whom Course Codes of Practices, Procedures, Other References - Manual Task Guidelines Code of Practice - Managing the Risks of Plant in the Workplace (2012) - Hazardous Manual Tasks (2011) - Manufacturers operations manual for plant - Maintenance specifications - Cutting and Drilling Concrete and other Masonry Products

Work sequence

Hazards

Risks

Risk Ranking

Controls the potential for persons to fall into them). - Always hold the Cutquik saw firmly with both hands whilst engine is running. - Position the Cutquik saw in such a way that your body is clear of the cutting attachment. - Never operate a Cutquik saw with one hand or above shoulder height. - Ensure you have a secure and balanced footing. - Stop the motor when moving to another site. - Do not use for an extended period of time. - Operators of Plant & equipment are to be trained regarding the hazards associated with machine operations. - Never attempt to start a Cutquik while the cutting disc is in a cut. - DO NOT DROP START A CUTQUIK. - Move the Cutquik at least 3 metres away from the fuelling point before attempting to start. - Place the Cutquik on level ground and ensure the disc is not contacting anything. - Start in accordance with

Cutting

Cuts Amputation Injury

Equipment Misuse - Use in a manner other than that designed for Cutquik start up

Death or serious injury

Injury Explosion Strains

Unique Document Number: S3 WHS 304 Adopted: 08.06.2006

SWMS Owner: Manager Human Resources Responsible for Implementation: Group: Corporate & Community Services WHS Co-ordinator Last Amended: 05.08.2013 Review Date: Review Date: 05.08.2016 Version: 3

TRIM Ref: SWMS 1210 Page 5 of 9

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Plant Items to be Used Training & Qualifications Needed and by Whom Codes of Practices, Procedures, Other References

Work sequence

Hazards

Risks

Risk Ranking

Controls manufacturers instructions. - Hold front firmly with your left hand and place your right foot into and on the rear handle. - Depress the throttle to release fast idle. - Keep the disc away from contact with any object not to be cut. - The exact location of cut or penetration is to be clearly marked. - Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut. - Begin, and continue, cutting at full revs. - Release the pressure on the Cutquik as you reach the end of the cut. - Always hold the Cutquik firmly with both hands whilst engine is running. - Position the Cutquik in such a way that your body is clear of the cutting attachment. - Never overreach or cut above shoulder height. - Never operate a Cutquik with one hand and ensure you have a secure and balanced footing. - Stop the motor when moving to another site. - If removing cut material

Unique Document Number: S3 WHS 304 Adopted: 08.06.2006

SWMS Owner: Manager Human Resources Responsible for Implementation: Group: Corporate & Community Services WHS Co-ordinator Last Amended: 05.08.2013 Review Date: Review Date: 05.08.2016 Version: 3

TRIM Ref: SWMS 1210 Page 6 of 9

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Plant Items to be Used Training & Qualifications Needed and by Whom Codes of Practices, Procedures, Other References

Work sequence

Hazards

Risks

Risk Ranking

Controls always restrain the load on the vehicle. Do not use equipment if faulty. Tag and report fault to your supervisor via the Plant Inspection Checklist. - Undertake training in manual handling techniques. - Task rotation, muscle stretching exercises, use correct equipment. - Appropriate PPE Sunscreen worn in accordance with manufacturers recommendations. - Post operation check. - On completion of work all equipment is to be correctly stowed in vehicle. - Do not use equipment if faulty. Tag and report fault to your supervisor - via the Plant Inspection Checklist. - Councils Workshop or approved repairers are to carry out repairs and scheduled maintenance. - Always stop the engine and ensure the cutting disc is stopped prior to undertaking maintenance. - Clean dust from Cutquik

Equipment Malfunction or misuse Inappropriate Manual Handling

Muscle sprain (limbs or torso) Cuts and abrasions Entrapment Muscle sprain (limbs or torso)

WHS Manual - Manual Task Guidelines Code of Practice - Hazardous Manual Tasks (2011) WHS Manual - UV/Sun Safety Safe Work Procedure Applicable Plant or Equipment Manual Handling Techniques All staff involved WHS Manual - Manual Task Guidelines - Risk Management Procedure - Plant & Equipment Procedure Code of Practice - Hazardous Manual Tasks (2011) - How to Manage Work Health Safety Risks (2011) - Managing the Risks of Plant in the Workplace (2012)

Excessive Exposure to UV

Sunburn Skin cancer

4.Completion of work

Equipment Damage

Injury or accident

Servicing Cutquik saw after use

Injury

Unique Document Number: S3 WHS 304 Adopted: 08.06.2006

SWMS Owner: Manager Human Resources Responsible for Implementation: Group: Corporate & Community Services WHS Co-ordinator Last Amended: 05.08.2013 Review Date: Review Date: 05.08.2016 Version: 3

TRIM Ref: SWMS 1210 Page 7 of 9

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Plant Items to be Used Training & Qualifications Needed and by Whom Codes of Practices, Procedures, Other References

Work sequence

Hazards

Risks

Risk Ranking

Controls after finishing work. - Clean all three air filters if required or replace if necessary. - Tighten all nuts and screws. - Empty fuel tank before storing for more than a few days. - Always secure properly in vehicle when transporting. - Store cutting discs on a flat dry surface, preferably at constant temperature. - Do not store or transport Cutquik with a cutting disc attached.

Load restraint

Injury Equipment Damage

WHS Manual - Load Restraint Procedure

Roles and Responsibilities: 1. Managers are to ensure there is a safe system of work. 2. Supervisors are to ensure that affected person(s) are instructed in this Safe Work Method Statement, and any other relevant SWMSs or SWPs identified for work areas or activities. 3. Workers are to comply with this Safe Work Method Statement and notify their supervisor of any deviation from this SWMS, or if they dont understand this SWMS. 1. It is the responsibility of all workers to ensure that all safety and operational guidelines and SWMSs are followed and the relevant forms and permits are completed before any work commences at the worksite.

Unique Document Number: S3 WHS 304 Adopted: 08.06.2006

SWMS Owner: Manager Human Resources Responsible for Implementation: Group: Corporate & Community Services WHS Co-ordinator Last Amended: 05.08.2013 Review Date: Review Date: 05.08.2016 Version: 3

TRIM Ref: SWMS 1210 Page 8 of 9

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Inspection and Testing of Plant Record

Cutquik Saw Cutquik (Serial Number): Inspected By (Name): Cutquik (Make): Date: Yes No Comments

(Signature): Feature Inspected and/or Tested

De-compression button is serviceable

Double acting throttle is serviceable Exhaust is in good condition Anti vibration mountings are in good condition

Selected disc is in good condition Fuel and oil filler caps are sealing correctly Chain catcher is in good condition Starter cord is in good condition Starter cord shock absorber is serviceable Air filters are serviceable Saw, overall is in serviceable condition

FAULT REPORTED BY.............. Date//. Description of fault. (Note: Operator to TAG OUT machine if needed.) ACTION TAKEN TO RETURN TO SERVICE. . PRINT NAME. Date/../.. Signature

Unique Document Number: SWMS Owner: Manager Human Resources Responsible for Implementation: S3 WHS 304 Group: Corporate & Community Services WHS Co-ordinator Adopted: 08.06.2006 Last Amended: 05.08.2013 Review Date: 05.08.2016 Version: 3

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