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SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES
2015
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(Revision due 2017)
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SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES

Contents:
PAGE SOP No:

SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE
NO:
5 Risk Assessment Matrix
6 Chain Saw (Ground level) 001
7 Front End Loader 002
8 Fork Lift Truck 003
9 Excavator 004
10 Harley Rake Operations 005
11 Ladders (A-Frame / Extension) 006
12 Powered Hedge Trimmer 007
13 Powered Reticulation Trencher 008
14 Skid Steer Loader (Bobcat) 009
15 Brush Cutter 010
16 Circular Saw 011
17 Angle Grinder (3-5 inch) 012
18 Reactive Soils & Mulch 013
19 Bench Grinder 014
20 Spray Pack (Knapsack Sprayer) 015
21 Quick Cut Saw 016
Securing Loads (Utes, Trucks &

22 017
Trailers)
23 Loader Crane 018
24 High Pressure Cleaner 019
25 Backsaver Crane 020
26 DPU Compactor 021

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SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE SOP No:
NO:
27 Concrete Mixer 022
‘Drill Bit’ Attachment & Operation

28 023
with Excavator
29 Decanting of Herbicides & Pesticides 024
Hazardous Substances & Dangerous

30 025
Goods
Quad Bike Motorcycle (Herbicide &

31 026
Pesticide use)
32 Trailer Hitching 027
33 Inclement Weather 028
34 Core Drill 029
35 Hammer Drill 030
Laying Limestone Blocks (With

36 031
Excavator / Skid Steer)
37 Oxyacetylene 032
38 Plate Compactor 033
39 Road Sweeper 034
40 Brick Saw 035
41 Vehicle Hoist 036
42 Manual Handling 037
43 Vehicle Movement on site 038
44 Compound Mitre Saw 039
45 Drill Press 040
46 Blower 041
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SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE SOP NO:
NO:
47 Auger (Hand held) 042
Portable Inverter Generator (with

48 043
Isolated Windings)
49 Reelmaster Mower 044
50 Exmark Mower 045
Skid steer (‘Bobcat’) Personnel

51 046
Interface
52 Turf Edger 047
Plant Isolation- Out of Service,

53 048
Danger Tags & Lockoff Hasp
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RISK ASSESSMENT MATRIX

SEVERITY OF OUTCOME OR CONSEQUENCE
Harm to employee(s), Damage to Equipment or Environment
LIKELIHOOD OF
Minor Moderate Major
HARMFUL EVENT
3 3 1
Very Likely
2 2 2
Likely
3 1 1
Very Unlikely
“LIKELIHOOD” of “A HARMFUL EVENT” and the severity of

When assessing a task, the
the “OUTCOME” or “CONSEQUENCE” needs to be considered.
The focus needs to be directed to the “likelihood” not the “possibility”.
“It is possible that a person could trip and be killed while walking along a pathway…”
“But it is not likely”…..”Anything is possible but is it likely?”
Steps #1 SELECT - THE LIKELIHOOD OF A HARMFUL EVENT
OCCURRING
Very Likely Could happen at any time
Likely Could happen sometimes
Very Unlikely Could happen but probably never will
Step #2 SELECT - THE SEVERITY OF THE OUTCOME OR
CONSEQUENCE OF THAT EVENT
Minor First Aid Treatment or Corrective Action
Moderate Medical Attention or Repair
Major Fatality or Permanent Disability or
Damage
RISK PRIORITY:
RED = Top Priority “STOP!”
Notify Supervisor immediately before taking further action. Monitor and maintain safety towards yourself and
others until advice is given.
YELLOW = Medium Priority “CAUTION!”
Notify Supervisor of concerns and discuss improvement plans (e.g. review SOP) before continuing with caution.
GREEN= Low Priority “CONTINUE!”
Reviewed existing SOP’s, appropriate PPE, related procedures etc. before continuing with task.
REDUCE THE RISK: Following the initial Risk Rating (e.g. RED #1-Major/Very Likely), implement
Controls to Reduce or Eliminate the Hazards, thereby reducing this Risk Rating (e.g. GREEN #3 Minor/Very
Unlikely) by creating an SOP, train employees, erect warning signs, wear the correct PPE etc.
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SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE SOP No: 001

Task Description: OPERATING CHAINSAW (Ground Level)
Work Area: Yard & Job Site
Analysed by: HSE Manager Date: 14/06/2012

HIERARCHY OF CONTROLS: ELIMINATION; SUBSTITUTION; ENGINEERING CONTROLS; ADMINISTRATIVE
CONTROLS; PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Historical  Monitoring, Measuring (AS4801 – 4.5.1) and reference towards
Revision: appropriate Regulations points added, ensuring compliance against
07/02/2014 the Standards & specifications with guidance for use.
 Addition of Plant / Equipment photo identification
 Addition of Plant / Equipment Decibel Level
1. Task and Hazards 2. Controls for Correct Task Performance

Task PPE required: Face Shield, Chap pants, Wide Vision
Operating ‘Chainsaw’ at ground level for
cutting wooden, PVC or plant material.
Goggles or Safety Glasses, High Vis shirt, Ear Muffs,
Gloves, and Steel Capped Boots.
Hazards (Safety & Environmental)
Falling branches, contact with chain, kick-Prestart
backs.
 Operator deemed competent & “Certified”
Risk Priority  Carry out pre-start check / Toolbox Meeting &
RED #1 Hazard Assessment
 Erect appropriate signs
Revised Risk
 Establish safe separation zone (5m)
YELLOW #2
Operation
 Maintain Safe exclusion zone
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-  Start the chainsaw on the ground, with brake
4.5.1) engaged
Landscape Australia have constructed this
SOP with reference and in accordance with  Engage brake when not in use or between cuts
the requirements of the following-  Position your body to the left of the chainsaw,
maintain firm grip, left hand on front handle.
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to  Spotter to clear waste from site and maintain
personal protective clothing and equipment
separation zone
Reg.3.47 Standard of personal hearing
Shut Down
protectors
Code of Practice ‘Managing Noise at
 Switch chainsaw ‘Off” and engage brake
Workplaces’
Plant / Equipment Decibel (dB) Record at operation
level
 121 dB
Note- dB reading recorded at full revs without cuts being
carried out
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Task Description: OPERATING FRONT END LOADER
Analysed by: : HSE Manager Date: 07/02/2014


Task PPE required: Seatbelt, High Vis Shirt, and steel
Operating Excavator Loader Capped Boots.
Mulching, Site Earth Works, Loading
Trucks etc.
Prestart
Hazards (Safety & Environmental)  Operator deemed competent & “Certified”
Hitting other workers. Damage to  Carry out daily pre-start / Toolbox Meeting / Hazard
plant and equipment through impact Assessment ‘Dial before You Dig’& Two Way Radio
of bucket and/or loads. operation.
Risk Priority  Flashing Beacon, Horn, Reversing alarm
RED #1 operational
 Erect appropriate signs & Traffic Management
Revised Risk  Establish safe exclusion zone around Plant
GREEN #1 (5m) & Site
Operation
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Wear seat belt
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP
with reference and in accordance with the
 Give way to pedestrians, slow down and
requirements of the following- sound horn when approaching blind corners
 Check before reversing
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal
 Maintain exclusion zone
protective clothing and equipment
Reg.3.22 Management of vehicles and moving  Maintain eye/radio contact
plant at workplaces Shut Down
 Lower bucker and park loader in a safe
manner
 Remove keys when not in use
Plant / Equipment Decibel (dB) Record at inside
operation level
 60dB
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Task Description: OPERATING FORK LIFT TRUCK
Work Area: Yard

Task PPE required: High Vis Shirt, Steel Capped Boots

Transporting, Loading or Unloading
goods & moving positioning of
trailers within yard. Prestart
 Operator deeme d competent & ‘Certified”
Hitting other workers. Damage to  Carry out daily pre-start / Toolbox Meeting,
loads, plant and equipment through Hazard Assessment
impact of fork lift or its load.  Flashing Beacon, Reversing alarm operational
Operation
Risk Priority  Wear seat belt
RED #1
 Follow safe load limit, ensure load is secure
Revised Risk and balanced
YELLOW #1  Drive to the conditions & load
 Sound horn when approaching crossings,
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1) blind corners or when entering and exiting the
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP shed
requirements of the following-
 Do not travel or load/unload on uneven
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal surfaces
Reg.3.22 Management of vehicles and moving  Travel with forks as low as possible
plant at workplaces  Watch load when raising/lowering
Guide to inspection of forklifts  Do not lift unsecured or unbalanced loads
Guidance note ‘Working Safely with Forklifts’
Shut Down
 Lower forks and park in a safe manner
 Remove key when not in use
Plant / Equipment Decibel (dB) Record at
operation level
 85dB
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Task Description: OPERATING EXCAVATOR


Task PPE required: High Visibility Shirt & Ear plugs,
Excavating holes or trenches. Steel Capped Boots
Hitting other workers. Damage to Prestart
plant / below ground services.  Operator deemed competent & ‘Certified”
 Carry out daily pre-start / Toolbox Meeting / Hazard
Risk Priority Assessment ‘Dial Before You Dig’& Radio.
RED #1
 Flashing Beacon, Reversing alarm operational
Revised Risk  Erect appropriate signs & Traffic Management
GREEN #1  Establish a Spotter & safe exclusion zone
around Plant (5m)
Operation
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Check before reversing
 ‘Spotter’ to maintain 5m separation zone
between pedestrians and personnel
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Maintain exclusion zone
protective clothing and equipment  Maintain eye/radio contact
protectors
 Open Excavation to be bunted off
Code of Practice 2005 Excavator Shut Down
Reg 3.21 Drawings showing location of certain  Lower Boom and park in safe manner
services
 Switch off and remove key when not in use
operation level
 72dB
Note- dB reading recorded during idle operation only

(Excavator attachments may dramatically increase
dB readings )
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Task Description: Skid Steer Loader (Bobcat) ‘HARLEY RAKE’ Operations

Task PPE required: Ear plugs, Dust mask (where required), High
Operating ‘Harley Rake’ attachment with Vis shirt, steel capped boots.
skid steer loader (Bobcat) to spread mulchPrestart
and/or applying soil conditioner.
 Operator deemed competent &
“Certified” Skid Steer” (Bobcat) operator
Pedestrian or Employee direct contact  Carry out pre-start check/Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
with Harley Rake, debris thrown from the Assessment
Rake, contact with property or vegetated  Erect signage
area outside of works.  Wear Seat belt
 Follow manufacturer’s directions & Refer to ‘Skid
Risk Priority Steer SOP’.
RED #1
Connection to Skid Steer
Revised Risk
GREEN #2
 Locking pins to a full upright position on bucket arms
before positioning loader arms into grooves on rake,
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801- then lower and fully lock pins once attached.
4.5.1)  Hydraulic hoses to be free of dirt before connecting.
Landscape Australia have constructed this Operation
SOP with reference and in accordance
with the requirements of the following-  Maintain eye contact with employees/pedestrians and
check before reversing
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to  Maintain separation zone of 10 meters
personal protective clothing and  Drive/Operate to suit environment conditions
equipment
 The unit is not to be lifted higher than 300mm
Reg.3.22 Management of vehicles and
moving plant at workplaces
Shut Down
 Remove key when not in use
 Detached Hydraulic Hoses
 Locking pins released to upright position before
 slowly removing bucket arms from rake grooves.
Plant / Equipment Decibel (dB) Record at operation level
 73 dB
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Task Description: OPERATING LADDER (A-Frame /Extension)
Analysed by: HSE Manager Date: 07 /02/2014


Task PPE required: High Vis shirt, Steel capped Boots,
Operating Ladder (Hard Hat if equipment is overhead) (Gloves where
(A-Frame /Extension)
required)
Ladder falling hitting other workers, Prestart
equipment from above falling,
workers falling from ladder, damage
 Carry out prestart checks, Toolbox Meeting,
to equipment. Hazard Assessment
 Erect appropriate signage
Risk Priority  Establish a Spotter to support ladder and keep
RED #2 regular checks for any conditional changes,
Revised Risk
movement, surrounding floor, rungs etc.
GREEN #1  All unnecessary personnel are kept at least 3m
away.
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1) Operation
with reference and in accordance with the  Extension Ladders to be secured in position at
requirements of the following- the top and extend by 1m beyond the landing
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal point
protective clothing and equipment  Set ladder at a slope of approximately 4 in 1
SOP 032 Working at Heights (Extension Ladders). For every meter in
Code of Practice Prevention of Falls in the
Workplace 2004
height, the ladder should extend out from the
Reg 3.26 Portable ladders vertical surface at the base by 250mm.
 Always maintain ‘3 Points of contact’
 One person on the ladder at any one time
 Never climb higher than the 3rd rung from the
top of the ladder
Shut Down
 Remove any possible overhead equipment
used or secure before removing ladder
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Task Description: OPERATING POWERED HEDGE TRIMMER

Task PPE required: High Visibility shirt, Chap Pants,

Operating Powered hedge trimmer.
Safety glasses, Ear Muffs, Gloves, Steel Capped
Hazards (Safety & Environmental) boots.
Contact with blade, blade jamming,
damage to equipment. Prestart
Risk Priority  Operator deemed competent
YELLOW #2  Carry out prestart / Toolbox Meeting &
Hazard Assessment
Revised Risk  Erect appropriate signs & Traffic
GREEN #1
Management
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Surrounding area to be free from slips, trips
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP and falls
requirements of the following- Operation
 Hedge trimmer must be started on the ground
 Stop at regular intervals to rest both yourself
Reg.3.47 Standard of personal hearing and the hedger
protectors  Position body to the left of the hedge trimmer
 Keep the trimmer pointing away from the
body
Shut Down
 Switch machine to ‘Off’ when not in use
 Allow machine to cool for several minutes
before re-fuelling
operation level
 103 dB
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Task Description: OPERATING POWERED RETICULATION TRENCHER
Work Area: Yard & Job site


Task
Operating Powered Reticulation PPE required: High Visibility shirt, Safety glasses, Ear
Trencher Muffs, Gloves, Steel capped Boots
Prestart
Machine bouncing on tough surface,
debris spray, contact with  Operator deemed competent
Chain/Wheel. Damage to underground  Carry out pre-start check (Machine guards must
Services be fitted correctly) Toolbox Meeting, ‘Dial Before
Risk Priority You Dig’ & Hazard Assessment
RED #1  Erect appropriate Signs & Traffic Management
Operation
Revised Risk
 Site must be marked out for services
GREEN #1
 Run the powered trencher at full revs
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Keep feet & hands clear from machine
with reference and in accordance with the  Keep a firm grip of machine while in use
 Personnel to maintain a safe exclusion zone
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Stop at regular intervals to rest both yourself and
protective clothing and equipment the machine
protectors  Continually check the blades/teeth/wheel &
Reg 3.21 Drawings showing location of certain guards
services
Shut Down
 Switch machine off when not in use
 Wait a few minutes for machine to cool before re-
fuelling
level
 95 dB
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Task Description: OPERATING SKID STEER LOADER (CASE SR200)


PPE required: High visibility Shirt, Steel capped Boots,
Task Ear plugs
Operating Skid Steer Loader (Bobcat) Prestart
 Operator deemed competent & “Certified” Skid
Hazards (Safety, Environmental,
Steer (Bobcat) Operator
Property damage)
Pedestrian or Employee direct contact,  Carry out pre-start check / Toolbox Meeting,
debris/dust, contact with property or “Dial Before You Dig”, Hazard Assessment
vegetated area outside of works.  Flashing Beacon, Reversing Alarm, Horn &
Radio operational
Risk Priority  Erect appropriate signs & Traffic Management
RED #1  Establish safe exclusion zone (6m)
Operation
Revised Risk
GREEN #2  Wear seat belt
 Follow safe load limit, ensure load is secure and
balanced
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Drive/Operate to the conditions
 Drive/Operate with bucket lowered where
requirements of the following- possible
 Maintain exclusion zone & eye contact
 Operator to sound horn as required to ensure
Reg.3.22 Management of vehicles and moving
bystanders attention near exclusion zones
plant at workplaces  Lower bucket and shut down machine when
approached
Shut Down
 Lower Bucket, Switch off and remove keys when
not in use
Plant / Equipment Decibel (dB) record at operation
level
 97 dB
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Task Description: OPERATING BRUSH CUTTER (WHIPPER SNIPPER)


PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Face Shield or
Task Safety Glasses, Ear Muffs, Gloves, Steel Capped
Operating Brush Cutter (Whipper shoes
Snipper)
Hazards (Safety & Environmental) Prestart

Debris spray, contact with property &  Operator deemed competent
other personnel
 Carry out prestart / Toolbox Meeting,
Risk Priority Hazard Assessment
YELLOW #2  Erect appropriate Signs & Traffic
Management
Revised Risk  Machine guards must be fitted correctly with
GREEN #2
the correct selected cutting devise
 Establish safe exclusion zone (6m)
with reference and in accordance with the  Start the brush cutter on the ground
 Maintain safe exclusion zone
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Position body to the left of the Brush Cutter
 Keep the brush cutter pointing away from the
protectors body, while using the support straps
 Use the brush cutter in a forward motion
Shut Down
 Switch the machine to the ‘Off’ position when
not in use
 Wait for machine to cool before re-fuelling
operational level
 102dB
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Task Description: OPERATING CIRCULAR SAW

Task PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Safety

Operating Circular Saw
Goggles, Steel Capped shoes, Ear Muffs
Debris spray, Contact with blade, Prestart
blade jamming, kick back.  Operator deemed competent
 Carry out pre-start, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
Risk Priority
RED #2 Assessment
 Machine Tested & Tagged
Revised Risk  Erect appropriate signs
GREEN #1  Establish safe exclusion zone
Operation
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Where possible use a ‘RCD’ (Residual
with reference and in accordance with the Current Device)
 Keep a firm grip on the machine when in use
 Allow saw to run up to full revs before
attempting cuts
Reg.3.47 Standard of personal hearing  Use a saw stand or vice where possible to
protectors secure cutting material
 Be aware of, off-cut material falling
Shut Down
 Allow machine to completely stop before
placing down
 Turn Off & disconnect power when not in use
operation level
 103 dB
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Task Description: OPERATING ANGLE GRINDER (3 -5 INCH)


Task PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Safety Glasses,
Operating Angle Grinder (3 -5 Inch) Steel Capped Boots, Ear Muffs
Debris spray, damaged cutting disc,
 Operator deemed competent
disc becoming jammed, contact with
cutting disc, kick back.  Carry out prestart – machine guard to be correctly
fitted, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard Assessment
Risk Priority  Machine Tested & Tagged
RED #3  Erect appropriate signs
 Establish safe exclusion zone (3M)
Revised Risk Operation
GREEN #1
 Where possible use a ‘RCD’ (Residual Current
Device)
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Allow machine to build up to full operation speed
with reference and in accordance with the  Adapt of firm grip when using machine, use
requirements of the following- secondary handle where fitted
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Apply minimal pressure to cutting disk to avoid
protective clothing and equipment shattering disc
Reg.3.47 Standard of personal hearing  Continually check that the disc is in good
protectors condition
 Be aware of hot metal cuttings while cutting metal
Shut Down
 Turn off machine & disconnect power when not
in use
level
 104 dB
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Task Description: REACTIVE SOILS & MULCH CONTACT


PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Respirator or Dust
Task Mask (where required), Safety Glasses or Goggles (where
Reactive Soils & Mulch Contact required), Gloves, Steel Capped Boots
Prestart
Hazards
Exposure to bacteria & Infection
(Legionaries / Tetanus / Asthma /  Carry out Toolbox Meeting
Gastric infections), Cuts, Skin & Eye  Hazard Assessment
Irritation, Breathing difficulties  Refer Suppliers recommendation or MSDS
 Erect appropriate signage
Risk Priority  Consult your GP if you have existing respiratory
RED #3
conditions (e.g. Asthma)
Revised Risk  Consult your GP for possible Vaccination (e.g.
YELLOW #2 Tetanus boost)
Operation
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Use Dust Suppression systems for dry conditions
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP or where possible dampen soils & mulch before
with reference and in accordance with the handling
 Avoid touching face with dirty hands
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Where possible remain up wind
protective clothing and equipment  Cover any minor cuts or scratches
 Notify residents within the area before moving
large quantities during dry windy conditions
 Observe the weather condition for suitability
 Wash all hands & face before eating, drinking or
smoking
Shut Down
 Wash or dispose of gloves that received heavy
contact with Soil and or Mulch
 Wash all exposed skin areas on completion of task
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Task Description: OPERATING BENCH GRINDER
Work Area: Yard

Task PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Safety Glasses

Operating Bench Grinder
or Face Shield, Steel Capped shoes, Ear Muffs
Debris spray from grinding wheel or Prestart
item under use, shattering of grinder
disc
 Carry out prestart – machine guard to be
Risk Priority correctly fitted, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
RED #3 Assessment
 Machine Tested & Tagged
Revised Risk
GREEN #1  Erect appropriate signs
 Establish safe exclusion zone & or use of
Welding Screens
Operation
 Where possible use an ‘RCD’ (Residual
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP Current Device)
requirements of the following-  Allow machine to build up full operation
speed
protective clothing and equipment  Adapt of firm grip to item being worked on
and apply minimal pressure towards the disc
protectors
 Be aware of hot metal cuttings while cutting
metal
Shut Down
 Turn off machine & disconnect power when
not in use
operation level
 95dB
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Task Description: OPERATING SPRAY PACK (Knapsack Sprayer)


Operating Spray Pack (Knapsack Steel Capped Boots, Disposable Latex or PVC Gloves,
Sprayer) Disposable Overalls, Respirator (where required – S6
Chemicals)
Hazards Prestart
(Safety & Environmental & Chemical)
Contact with Herbicide/Pesticide,  Operator deemed competent & companied by
Over spray/Spray drift onto vegetation Spray “Certified” personnel.
or waterway, contact to Skin, Eyes,  Carry out prestart (Non-return valve on lid, nozzle
Spills and trigger operation) Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
Assessment
Risk Priority  Review MSDS
YELLOW #3  Refer Hazards Substances & Dangerous Goods
SOP & Policy
Revised Risk
GREEN #1  Refer Decanting of Herbicides & Pesticides
SOP
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Erect appropriate signs
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP (Herbicide/Pesticide in use)
requirements of the following-  Establish safe exclusion zone towards the public
Operation
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Confirm Knapsack is empty & clean before use
protective clothing and equipment.
 Weather conditions must be considered suitable
National code of practice
for the control of  Adjust Knapsack straps to suit
workplace hazardous substances  Knapsack not to be over filled
[nohsc:2007(1994)].
 Operator to remain upright to avoid spills
Shut Down
 Knapsack to be ‘Triple Rinsed’
 Dispose of Latex gloves & Overalls
 Wash & store PVC Gloves & Respirator
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Task Description: OPERATING QUICK CUT SAW


Operating Quick Cut Saw Steel Capped Boots, Ear Muffs
Debris spray, damaged cutting disc,
disc becoming jammed, contact with
cutting disc, kick back.  Carry out prestart – machine guard to be correctly
fitted, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard Assessment
Risk Priority  Erect appropriate signs
RED #1  Establish safe exclusion zone (3M)
Operation
Revised Risk  Start machine on ground
YELLOW #1
 Allow machine to build up full operation speed
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Position body to left of machine
with reference and in accordance with the  Adapt of firm grip when using machine
requirements of the following-  Apply minimal pressure to cutting disk to avoid
shattering disc
protective clothing and equipment  Continually check that the disc is in good
Reg.3.47 Standard of personal hearing condition
protectors  Be aware of hot metal cuttings while cutting metal
 Apply water where required to reduce dust and
avoid over heating cutting disc
Shut Down
 Turn off machine & allow to stop when not in
use
operation level
 108dB
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Task Description: Securing Work Loads (Utes, Trucks & Trailers)


Task PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Steel Capped
Securing Work Loads Boots ( Gloves where required)
Loss of load/equipment, damage to Prestart
load/equipment and/or vehicle (s),  Refer Motor Vehicle Policy
manual handling.  Driver of vehicle to hold current Drivers
Risk Priority
Licence
RED #1  Prestart directed towards the Vehicle/Trailer,
Revised Risk correct & safe parking arrangements and
YELLOW #2 overall security of load
 Toolbox Meeting, Hazard Assessment
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Traffic Management
Operation
 Refer Manual Handle practice guidelines &
Trailer Hitching SOP
Load Restraint Guide – Second Edition 2004  Load positioned correctly & stable without
overloading tyres or axles
 Utilise suitable ratchet straps or other
appropriate ties.
 Load restraints and vehicle body attachments
must be strong enough for the intended load
Shut Down
 Apply park brake with vehicle in a safe &
secure location
 Turn off vehicle & remove keys when not in
use
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Task Description: OPERATING LOADER CRANE


Operating Loader Crane
Steel Capped Boots, Hard Hat
Contact with falling loads, unstable Prestart
Loader Crane
Risk Priority  Carry out prestart, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
RED #1 Assessment
Revised Risk  Establish safe exclusion zone
YELLOW #1
 Beacon Light & Radio operational
Operation
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Establish suitable level ground for Crane
with reference and in accordance with the where possible before lowering stabiliser legs
onto gluts
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Maintain safe exclusion zone & radio contact
Reg 3.23 Protection of persons and property in  Only Certified personnel to secure load before
vicinity of cranes lifting
Reg 3.21 Drawings showing location of certain
services  Do not attempt to lift the load without the
boom being positioned directly over the load
 Only once the load is at the desired height can
you slew the load
Shut Down
 Turn off vehicle & remove keys when not in
use
operation level
 80 dB
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Task Description: OPERATING HIGH PRESSURE CLEANER


Operating High Pressure Cleaner Steel Capped Boots Or Steel Capped Rubber Boots,
(Petrol & Electric)
Ear Muffs
Debris Spray from surface, contact  Operator deemed competent
with pressurised water, over spray
with pressurised water causing  Carry out prestart, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
damage to vegetation or equipment Assessment
 Equipment Tested & Tagged (Electrical only)
YELLOW #3
 Establish safe exclusion zone
GREEN #1  Maintain safe exclusion zone
 Only operate cleaner with an ‘RCD’ Residual
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1) Current Device (Electrical only)
with reference and in accordance with the  Maintain water runoff below point of power
requirements of the following- connection where possible
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Keep nozzle pointing away from you body
protective clothing and equipment and other personnel
 Keep area clear of hoses around the site as you
move along
Shut Down
 Turn off water & pressure cleaner when not in
use

operation level
 108 dB
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Task Description: OPERATING BACKSAVER CRANE


Operating Backsaver Crane Steel Capped Boots, Gloves
Hazards (Safety)
Lose of load, Sling failure, Prestart
Plant/Equipment damage  Carry out prestart, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
Risk Priority
Assessment
YELLOW #2  Erect appropriate signs & Traffic Management
Revised Risk  Establish safe exclusion zone (3m)
GREEN #1 Operation
 Load is not to exceed the safe working limit of
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1) the crane
with reference and in accordance with the  Boom to be directly over the load before
requirements of the following- lifting
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Select appropriate Sling and correct
protective clothing and equipment connection point being correctly secured to
Reg. 3.4 Manual Handling
Code of Practice “Manual Tasks 2010” load
 Utilise a Spotter to assist in steadying the load,
while maintaining exclusion zone
Shut Down
 Crane to be returned fully and lowered before
moving vehicle
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Task Description: OPERATING DPU COMPACTOR



Operating DPU Compactor (Wacker) Steel Capped boots, Ear Muffs
Property damage, contact with plate
 Carry out prestart, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
on compactor or with compactor body
causing crushing effects. Assessment, confirm safety direction button
operation
Risk Priority  Operator deemed competent
YELLOW #1
GREEN #1 Operation
 With trailer connect to vehicle, gradually lower
compactor with winch
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Formalize yourself with the safety direction
with reference and in accordance with the button
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Maintain safe distanced from pathways and
retaining walls (1.5Meters)
protectors  Be aware of services within the area
Code of Practice ‘Managing Noise at
 Maintain firm grip to guide machine
Workplaces’
Shut Down
 Turn off machine when not in use & allow to cool
before refuelling
 Winch hook to be correctly reattached before
slowly drawing back onto trailer
level
 122dB
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Task Description: OPERATING CONCRETE MIXER



Operating Concrete Mixer Steel Capped Boots, Dust Mask, Gloves (Latex,
Hazards (Safety, Environmental &
Cotton or PVC)
Chemical / Hazardous Substances) Prestart
Loss of load, equipment damage, hand  Operator deemed competent
contact with mixer blades, eye contact  Carry out prestart, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
with cement dust. Assessment
Risk Priority  Refer Hazardous Substances & Dangerous
YELLOW #3 Goods SOP
 Refer Manual Handling SOP
Revised Risk  Equipment Tested & Tagged (Electrical)
GREEN #2
Operation
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Establish safe level surface for stand & mixer
with reference and in accordance with the  Maintain water runoff below point of power
connection, where possible
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Keep hands away from all moving parts inside
bucket
 Stand up wind when filling Mixer or opening
bags of cement
 Maximum of 20 shovel loads into barrel at
any given time
Shut Down
 Turn machine off when not in use
 Rinse thoroughly on completion.
operation level
 98 dB
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Task Description: (DRILL BIT) ATTACHMENT & OPERATING WITH EXCAVATOR


(DRILL BIT) ATTACHMENT & Steel Capped Boots, Gloves, ear plugs (where required)
OPERATING WITH EXCAVATOR
Prestart
Hydraulic Oil spills, Crush & Pinch
points, contact with services, Manual Assessment, ‘Dial Before You Dig’
Handling  Refer Excavator SOP & Manual Handling
SOP
RED #3  Establish safe exclusion zone (5m during
Revised Risk operation) & Spotter to assist in connection
GREEN #2  Establish safe exclusion zone
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Release all pressure from the auxiliary hydraulic
with reference and in accordance with the system & clean hydraulic fittings before
connecting Drill
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Confirm correct connection by locking pins,
protective clothing and equipment latches
Reg.3.22 Management of vehicles and moving  Only travel in a forward direction with bit drill
plant at workplaces
lowered to ground
Reg 3.21 Drawings showing location of certain
services  Maintain safe exclusion zone
Shut Down
 Turn off machine & remove key when not in use
 Open bore hose must be flagged if unattended
level
 72dB
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Task Description: DECANTING OF HERBICIDES & PESTICIDES


DECANTING OF HERBICIDES & Steel Capped Boots, PVC or Disposable Latex Gloves,
PESTICIDES Respirator (Where required- S6 Chemicals)
Hazards
Prestart
(Safety, Environmental & Chemical)
Spills of Chemicals, Contact to skin,  Carry out prestart, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
eyes or vapour exposure, Slips Assessment, Respirator dates
 Refer Hazardous Substances & Dangerous
Risk Priority Goods SOP
YELLOW #3  Refer MSDS
 Chemical Spill Kit present
Revised Risk  Eye wash shower or portable unit present
GREEN #3
 Clean flow of water available
 Chemical “Certified” personnel present
Operation
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  To be carried out within the confines of the
Chemical Storage Shed before heading to site
requirements of the following-  Container to be clean before use, with minimum
decanting container size of 4Litres, with labels
National code of practice
for the control of
 Decanting using spill catchment bin or drip trays
workplace hazardous substances  Report all spills & chemical contact incidents
[nohsc:2007(1994)] Shut Down
 Wash all equipment & attend to any spills that
occurred
 Empty 20L drums to be tripled rinsed, punctured
& disposed of in yard skip bin
 Dispose of Latex Gloves / Wash PVC Gloves
 Correctly store respirator
 Thoroughly wash all exposed areas of skin
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Task Description: HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES & DANGEROUS GOODS

Task PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Safety
Hazardous Substances & Dangerous
Goods
Glasses/Goggles, Steel Capped Boots, Respirator,
Hazards PVC/Latex Gloves, Overalls
(Safety, Environmental & Chemical)
Chemical Spills, Poisoning, Chemical
reactions, Fires, Allergic reactions, Prestart
Manual Handling  Toolbox Meeting, Hazard Assessment
Risk Priority  Refer MSDS, product Label and/or
RED #1 Suppliers/Manufactures information and have
this with the material at all times.
Revised Risk
GREEN #1  Refer to Decanting Herbicides & Pesticides
SOP & Hazards Substances & Dangerous
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1) Goods Policy
with reference and in accordance with the  Erect appropriate signs
requirements of the following-  Establish “Certified”, Chemical Handler &
National code of practice First Aider
for the control of  Establish safe exclusion zone
workplace hazardous substances
[nohsc:2007(1994)] Operation
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Transporting fuels or chemicals of any form inside
protective clothing and equipment vehicle cabs is strictly prohibited
 Container lids to be firmly closed and without leaks
 Hazchem Spill Kit & Fire Extinguisher to be present
 First Aid Kit, eye flush unit and fresh water to be
available
Shut Down
 Report Chemical Spills or Environmental
impact
 Wash all necessary equipment and exposed
body parts
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Task Description: OPERATING QUAD BIKE FOR HERBICIDE & PESTICIDE USE


Operating Quad Bike for Herbicide & Steel Capped Boots, Helmet, Respirator, Full length
Pesticide
Spray Suit & PVC Gloves
Hazards Prestart
(Safety, Environmental & Chemical)  Operator deemed competent & “Certified”
Chemical Spills, Poisoning, Chemical
reactions, Allergic reactions
Assessment
Risk Priority  Erect appropriate signs at all entrances to
RED #1 work site
 Refer MSDS & SOP 025 Hazardous
Revised Risk
GREEN #1 Substances & Dangerous Goods
 Confirm weather conditions are suitable
with reference and in accordance with the  Clear site of public before commencing spraying
requirements of the following-  Quad Bike to be driven to suit the conditions
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  When applying chemicals/fertilisers vehicle speed to
protective clothing and equipment correspond with application rate
Shut Down
Reg. 3.22 Management of vehicles and moving  Quad Bike & equipment to be wash down and
plant at workplaces stored correctly
Reg. 3.11 Warning Signs  Wash all exposed skin areas for possible
Guidance Note -Safe movement of Vehicles at
the workplace
contact with chemical
Workplace Notice ‘Quad Bike Safety’  Refer SOP 017 “Securing Loads”
Plant / Equipment Decibel (dB) record at
operation level
 89dB
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Task Description: TRAILER HITCHING
Analysed by: HSE Manager R. 3.0 Date: 07/02/2013


Task PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Steel Capped Boots,
Trailer Hitching Gloves
Hazards Prestart
(Safety)  Operator deemed competent and holds current
Pinch points, crushing, property drivers licence
damage  Carry out trailer check, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
Assessment,
RED #2  Establish safe exclusion zone
GREEN #2  Be aware of unexpected vehicle or trailer rolls due to
uneven ground
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Use a spotter to guide the vehicle back onto the trailer
with reference and in accordance with the  Confirm trailer jockey wheel is securely locked into
requirements of the following- place before adjusting the trailer height
 Safety pin and chains must be fitted once trailer has
been connected to vehicle
 Trailer handbrake must be returned to the release
Reg.3.22 Management of vehicles and moving
plant at workplaces
position at all times once trailer has been correctly
connected to the trailer.
 Check lights are operational
Shut Down
 Refer Securing Loads SOP
 Bystanders to stand clear before driving off
Breakaway Switches:
 Breakaway Switches area required for trailers having a
gross weight of 1500 or more. They are designed to
activate trailer brakes if the tow vehicle becomes
separated from the trailer. If equipment becomes
separated a pin inside the breakaway switch is pulled free
activating the trailer brakes.
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Task Description: INCLEMENT WEATHER

 Addition of photo identification

Inclement Weather Steel Capped Boots, Wet Weather uniform, Broad
Hazards
Brim Hat, Sunscreen
(Safety, Environmental) Prestart
Lightning, Sunburn, Dehydration,  Toolbox Meeting, Hazard Assessment
Prolonged rains, Slips, property  Refer Inclement Weather Policy
damage
 Establish weather conditions are suitable for
Risk Priority the task – too wet, extreme heat
YELLOW #2  Establish safe exclusion zone
Revised Risk  Confirm First Aid Kit & First Aider
GREEN #1 Operation
 Monitor weather condition throughout the day
 Program task to suit the condition – extreme heat &
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP Sun or extreme wet weather
with reference and in accordance with the  No not work in large open areas during heavy
requirements of the following- lightning storms
 Maintain your fluid levels at all times
protective clothing and equipment Shut Down
Part 3 of the Regulations – Workplace Safety  Dry and store wet weather uniforms
Requirements
 Restock Sunscreen
Reg 3.15 Air temperature
Reg 3.16 Water  Head to alternative work site for favourable
conditions
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Task Description: OPERATING CORE DRILL


Operating Core Drill Steel Capped boots, Ear Muffs
Hazards Prestart
(Safety, Environmental)
Contact with drill and/or bit,
entanglements, equipment/property  Carry out prestart, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
damage Assessment
 Equipment Tested & Tagged
Risk Priority  Drill bit attached hand tight only
RED #3  Erect appropriate signs
Revised Risk  Establish safe exclusion zone
GREEN #1
 Where possible create a wooden template & use
to mark surface to assist with hole alignment
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Maintain safe exclusion zone
requirements of the following-  Only operate cleaner with ‘RCD’ Residual
Current Device)
protective clothing and equipment  Position your stance firmly to suit the task, or use
Reg.3.47 Standard of personal hearing inbuilt level to insure drill remains level during
protectors parallel holes
Code of Practice ‘Concrete & Masonry Cutting
& Drilling’ 2010  Adjust spindle speed to suit drill or cutting
diameter
 Maintain water runoff away from power source
Shut Down
 Shut down and disconnect from power & water
tap when not in use
level
 117dB
Note- dB reading recorded of drill only
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Task Description: OPERATING HAMMER DRILL


Operating Hammer Drill
Steel Capped Boots, Ear Muffs
Hazards (Safety, Environmental)
Contact with drill and/or bit, Prestart
entanglements, equipment/property
damage
Risk Priority Assessment
RED #3  Equipment Tested & Tagged
Revised Risk
GREEN #1  Establish safe exclusion zone (3m)
Operation
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Position your stance firmly to suit the task to
undertake
 Adjust spindle speed to suit drill or cutting
diameter
Reg.3.47 Standard of personal hearing  Slowly apply pressure to drill as drill builds
protectors
Code of Practice ‘Concrete & Masonry Cutting
speed
& Drilling’ 2010 Shut Down
 Shut down and disconnect from power when
not in use
operation level
 99dB
Note- dB reading recorded of drill only
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Task Description: LAYING LIMESTONE BLOCKS (WITH EXCAVATOR & SKID STEER
LOADER)


Task
Laying Limestone Blocks (with PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Safety Glasses, Steel
excavator & Skid Steer Loader) Capped Boots, Ear Plugs (where required)
Prestart
Hazards  Operator deemed competent & “Certified”
(Safety, Environmental)  Carry out prestart, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
Contact with Plant and/or block, Assessment, Refer Excavator SOP
Equipment and/or Property damage,  Erect appropriate signs
pinch points.  Establish safe exclusion zone (3m)
Operation
Risk Priority  Maintain safe exclusion zone & eye contact with one
RED #1
another
Revised Risk
YELLOW #1  Lower bucket & apply hand brake when not in use
(Operator remaining with plant)
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Load to meet specified capacity
with reference and in accordance with the  Chain and anchor points to be weight rated
requirements of the following-  Block Grab & spot Welds are in good condition
 All movements to be slow but steady when moving
protective clothing and equipment blocks while regularly checking position of block grab
Reg.3.22 Management of vehicles and moving  Constant eye contact is necessary between the plant
plant at workplaces operator & block layer for both direction and safe
Reg 3.24 Lowering gear
operation when moving blocks into place
Shut Down
 Shut down machine & remove key when not in use
 Refer Excavator SOP
 72dB
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Task Description: OPERATING OXYACETYLENE


Task PPE required: High Visibility Shirt (Cotton long
Operating Oxyacetylene sleeve), Safety Glasses & Oxyacetylene Face Shield,
Hazards
Steel Capped Boots
Contact with flame, property, Prestart
equipment damage
Risk Priority
RED #2 Assessment
GREEN #1  Establish safe exclusion zone behind welding
screen
Operation
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Maintain safe exclusion zone
requirements of the following-  Bottles to be chained to approved trolley in an
upright position
protective clothing and equipment..  Acetylene & Oxygen bottle to be turned only
Gas Welding Safety Flashback Arrester (1) full turn
Guidance Note.
3.97 Protective screens.  Use the flint lighter only to light flame
3.98 Flashback arresters
3.27 Gas cylinders to be secured Shut Down
 Oxygen to be turned off at bottle first then
Acetylene bottle before taps on hand piece to
drain lines
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Task Description: OPERATING PLATE COMPACTOR


Operating Plate Compactor
Steel Capped Boots, and Ear Muffs.
Hazards
Contact with Plate, Noise level,
Equipment & Property damage
YELLOW #2  Erect appropriate signs
Revised Risk
GREEN #1 Operation
 Refer Manual Handling SOP
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Maintain a firm grip at all times
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Locate below ground services & mark
 Travel in a forward direction whenever possible
 Area to be maintained for Falls, Trips & Slips
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal Shut Down
protective clothing and equipment  Turn off when not in use
Reg.3.47 Standard of personal hearing  Allow to cool before re-fuelling
protectors
operation level
 108 dB
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Task Description: OPERATING ROAD SWEEPER


Operating Road Sweeper Steel Capped Boots, Ear Muffs, Dust Mask, Disposable
Overalls (Where required)
Hazards
Prestart
Contact with Mobile Plant, Damage to
Equipment  Operator deemed competent & with a current
“Driver’s License”
Risk Priority  Carry out prestart, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
RED #2 Assessment, Flashing Beacon Light & Driving
Lights operational
GREEN #1  Establish safe exclusion zone (3metres)
Operation
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Maintain safe exclusion zone
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Job site for machine is clear of all material that
requirements of the following- could cause damage to plant or bystanders
 Seat belt is worn at all times
protective clothing and equipment  Plant to be turned off when mounting &
Reg. 3.22 Management of vehicles and moving dismounting to avoid unexpected sudden
plant at workplaces
movements with plant
 Drive in a forward direction wherever possible
due to the advantage of an increased view
Shut Down
 Empty hopper at a site clear of other personnel or
bystanders
 Shut down & remove keys when not in use
 Refer Securing Loads SOP
level
 89 dB
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Task Description: OPERATING BRICK SAW


Operating Brick Saw Steel Capped Boots, Ear Muffs, Gloves
Hazards Prestart
(Safety, Environmental)  Operator deemed competent
Contact with Blade, Debris from  Carry out prestart, Toolbox Meeting, Hazard
blade/bricks, Noise
Assessment, Saw blade condition
RED #1  Establish safe exclusion zone (3m)
Operation
Revised Risk
YELLOW #1
 Establish a secure level site for saw stand &
refer Manual Handling SOP
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Do not cross hands over while operating
requirements of the following- machine
 Allow the saw blade to cut the brick without
protective clothing and equipment excessive pressure
protectors
 Cut only one brick at a time & return saw to
full upright position before retrieving cut
brick
 Maintain water runoff below away from work
site
Shut Down
 Turn off machine when not in use
operation level
 122 dB
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Task Description: OPERATING VEHICLE HOIST


Task
Operating Vehicle Hoist for vehicle PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Steel Capped
service
Boots, Gloves
Hazards
Vehicle, property damage or injury to
operator or bystander.
RED #1  Equipment Service to date
YELLOW #1
 Establish safe exclusion zone using yellow
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1) chains & bollards
Operation
requirements of the following-  Maintain safe exclusion zone
 Clear area of Slips, Trips & Falls
protective clothing and equipment  Load not to exceed hoist capacity
3.22 Management of vehicles and moving
plant at workplaces.  Hoist arms to be locked and positioned
4.53 Plant that lifts, suspends or lowers people, correctly at all four points under the vehicle
equipment or materials.
3.24 Lowering gear
before lifting
Shut Down
 Oils spills to be clean using oil spill kit and/ or
oil pads
 Hoist to be lowered at all times when not in
use
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Task Description: MANUAL HANDLING

Historical Revision:  Monitoring, Measuring (AS4801 – 4.5.1) and reference towards
21/02/2014 appropriate Regulations points added, ensuring compliance against
the Standards & specifications with guidance for use.

Task PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Steel Capped
Manual Handling Boots, Gloves (where required)
Prestart
Hazards  Toolbox Meeting, Hazard Assessment, Refer
Manual Handling Guide or Code of Practice.
Slips Trips & Falls, Injury to self or
others assisting or within the area,  Note- a self Hazard Assessment is to be
equipment damage. conducted by the person(s) about to perform
the lift to ensure own fitness and ability to
Risk Priority manage the weight
RED #3  Landscape Australia’s maximum lifting load
for a fit and able individual is 20kgs.
Revised Risk  Where possible Eliminate the Manual Handling
YELLOW #2 by use of Mechanical aid or have others help to
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP share the load
with reference and in accordance with the  Establish safe exclusion zone & safe access way,
free from slips & trips
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal Operation
protective clothing and equipment  Repetitive and/or forceful movements are to also
“Manual Handling means any activity
be considered Manual Handling
requiring the use of force exerted by a person  Size up the job first- Consider the type of lift
to lift, lower, push, carry or otherwise move,
hold or restrain. required, height amount of lifts & distance of
3.6. (a) persons are able to move safely within travel
the workplace (b) and at all times kept free of
obstructions.  Position feet correctly and move your feet rather
Code of Practice “Manual Tasks 2010” than twisting your spine to turn
 Maintain a firm grip with the load evenly placed
throughout your body
 Maintain a neutral spine- using your knees not
your back
 Keep load close to your body while controlling
your body movements
Shut Down
 Heavy loads to be placed low to mid height on
shelving and secured
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Task Description: VEHICLE / MOBILE PLANT MOVEMENT ON SITE


Task
Vehicle Movement On Site PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Steel Capped
Hazards
Boots
Poor visibility towards rear or sides of
vehicle, parking on hills or corners, Prestart
children and or pedestrians, contact
with vehicle.
Assessment, Ref Motor Vehicle Policy
Risk Priority  Reversing Alarm and Flashing Beacon
RED #1 operational
Revised Risk  Erect appropriate signs (Traffic Management,
YELLOW #1
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1) Symbolic Workman & Road Cones)
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Establish safe exclusion zone & Spotter
 Assigned vehicle drivers to have a current
protective clothing and equipment Drivers Licence
Reg.3.22 Management of vehicles and moving  Determine if children and/or pedestrians are
plant at workplaces
within the area or could gain access to site
 Restrict access points and or monitor at all
times
 Maintain safe exclusion zone & use a spotter
while moving vehicles where possible
Shut Down
 Turn of vehicle & remove keys when not in use

operation level
 Subject to Plant / Equipment on site
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Task Description: OPERATING COMPOUND MITRE SAW


Operating Compound Mitre Saw
Steel Capped boots, and Ear Muffs.
Hazards
Debris spray, Contact with blade,
dust/ inhalation, object becoming
loose, noise. Assessment
 Equipment Tested & Tagged
YELLOW #2
GREEN #1  Use designated cutting & grinding zone,
behind flash screen
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Use an RCD output socket
 Check condition of disc/ blade often during
requirements of the following- task
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Machine must be correctly fitted with guard
protective clothing and equipment  Use clamps to secure & support work piece
protectors  Do not cross arms or reach over saw while
operating
Shut Down
 Turn of power and disconnect when not in use

operation level
 104 dB
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Task Description: OPERATING DRILL PRESS


Task
Operating Drill press PPE required: High Visibility Shirt, Safety Glasses,
Hazards
Contact with drill bit, debris spray, Prestart
noise, entanglements.  Operator Deemed competent
Risk Priority
 Carry out Hazard Assessment
YELLOW #2  Equipment Tested & Tagged
 Area is free from slips, trips and falls
GREEN #1
 Where possible create a wooden template &
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1) use to mark surface to assist with hole
with reference and in accordance with the alignment
 Use designated cutting & grinding zone,
Reg.3.47 Standard of personal hearing behind flash screen
 Use an RCD output socket
protectors
 Position your stance firmly

 Check condition of Drill bit often during task
 Use clamps to secure & support work piece
Shut Down
 Turn to the “off” position when not in use
operation level
 100 dB
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(Revision due 2017)
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Task Description: OPERATING BLOWER


Blower Operation
Hazards
 Operator Deemed competent
Risk Priority
YELLOW #2
 Carry out Hazard Assessment
 Area is free from slips, trips and falls
GREEN #3  Establish safe exclusion zone (3m)
Operation
 Maintain safe exclusion zone (3m)
 Blower must be started on the ground
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Stop at regular intervals to rest both yourself
with reference and in accordance with the and the blower
requirements of the following-  Position body to the left of the blower
 Keep the blower pointing away from the body
protective clothing and equipment and bystanders
Reg.3.47 Standard of personal hearing Shut Down
protectors  Turn to the “off” position when not in use
 Allow the machine to cool before re-fuelling
Plant / Equipment Decibel (dB) record at
operator level
 108dB
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Task Description: OPERATING AUGER


Operating Auger Steel Capped Boots, and Ear Muffs.
Hazards
Contact with Plate, Noise level,  Operator deemed competent
Equipment & Property damage
YELLOW #2  Erect appropriate signs
GREEN #1
Operation
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1)  Refer Manual Handling SOP
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Remove all loose fitting clothes, hat cords, fly net
with reference and in accordance with the cords.
requirements of the following-  Maintain a firm grip at all times
 Locate below ground services & mark
protective clothing and equipment  Travel in a forward direction whenever possible
Reg.3.47 Standard of personal hearing  Area to be maintained for Slips, trips and falls.
protectors  Rest the machine and user every 2 hours
Reg 3.21 Drawings showing location of certain Shut Down
services  Turn off when not in use
 Allow to cool before re-fuelling
operation level
 106 dB
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(Revision due 2017)
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Task Description: Use of Portable Inverter Generator (with Isolated Windings)
Work Area: Yard and Jobsite
Analysed by: Construction and HSE Managers Date: 31/07/2012

Revision: appropriate Regulations points added, ensuring compliance
07/02/2014 against the Standards & specifications with guidance for use.

PPE required: as appropriate to connected
Task equipment
Generation of 240V 50hz electricity with Prestart
portable generator  Carry out prestart - fuel (standard unleaded) and
oil levels – OK
Hazards  Engine switch to ‘on’
Risk of electrocution, burns, spills  Fuel cap air lock set to ‘open’
 Fuel switch to ‘on’
 Choke to ‘on’
Risk Priority
 Eco-mode switch to ‘off’
YELLOW #2
 Pull starter until engine starts, then choke off
and Eco-mode switch on.
GREEN #3  Ensure all connected equipment has a current
serviceability tag and that electrical cords are
preferably run above ground away from sharp
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801-4.5.1) edges that may chaff the insulation.
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP with  One item of Class 1 electrical equipment at a
reference and in accordance with the requirements of the
following- time is to be connected to the generator.
Multiple Class 2 equipment is allowed provided
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal protective the rated capacity of the generator is not
clothing and equipment exceeded.
Reg 3.60 Protection against earth leakage current when  There is no requirement to provide an earth
portable equipment in use stake to the generator
 There is no requirement to use an RCD device
with the unit - an RCD unit will provide no
protection with an isolated winding generator
configuration, RCDs will not function.
Shutdown
 Engine run switch to off, fuel switch off, tank
fill air lock closed.
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Task Description: OPERATING Reelmaster Mower


Task PPE required: Seatbelt, High Vis Shirt, steel Capped Boots,
Operating Reelmaster Mower- Ear Muffs and Safety Glasses.
Cutting of a variety of turf types, located
within POS’s and/or verges.
Prestart
 Operator deemed competent by experienced personnel.
Hazards (Safety & Environmental)  Carry out daily pre-start / Toolbox Meeting / Hazard
Mobile plant (Reelmaster) contact with other
Assessment.
workers. Damage to plant and/or equipment
through impact while travelling. Contact with  Flashing Beacon.
operating blades or projectile debris.  Erect appropriate signs & Traffic Management.
Risk Priority  Establish safe exclusion zone around Plant (5m).
RED #1
Operation
Revised Risk
Yellow #1  Wear seat belt .
Monitoring and Measurement (AS4801 4.5.1)  Give way to pedestrians, slow down when
Landscape Australia has constructed this SOP approaching corners or blind spots.
 Check before reversing.
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Maintain exclusion zone.
protective clothing and equipment  Remain alert to the surroundings & other persons.
 Ensure maximum gradient (25%) of travel is not
protectors
Reg. 3.22 Management of vehicles and moving exceeded as per the manufactures recommendation.
plant at workplaces  Operate to suit the conditions at all times.
Reg. 3.11 Warning Signs Shut Down
 Turn plant off and park in a safe manner.
 Remove keys when not in use.
Plant / Equipment Decibel (dB) Record at operational level
 105 dB
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Task Description: OPERATING Exmark


Task
Operating Exmark Mower-
Cutting & Collection of a variety of turf types, PPE required: Seatbelt, High Vis Shirt, steel Capped Boots,
located within POS’s and/or verges. Ear Muffs and Safety Glasses.
Mobile plant (Exmark) contact with other Prestart
workers. Damage to plant and/or equipment  Operator deemed competent by experienced
through impact while travelling. Contact with personnel.
operating blades or projectile debris,
 Carry out daily pre-start / Toolbox Meeting /
Risk Priority Hazard Assessment.
RED #1  Flashing Beacon.
 Erect appropriate signs & Traffic Management.
Revised Risk  Establish safe exclusion zone around Plant (5m).
YELLOW #1 Operation
 Give way to pedestrians, slow down when
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP approaching corners or blind spots.
with reference and in accordance with the  Check before reversing.
 Maintain exclusion zone.
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal  Remain alert to the surroundings & other persons.
protective clothing and equipment  Ensure maximum gradient (10%) of travel is not
exceeded as per the manufactures
protectors
Reg.3.22 Management of vehicles and moving recommendation.
plant at workplaces  Operate to suit the conditions at all times
Reg. 3.11 Warning Signs
Shut Down
 Turn plant off and park in a safe manner
Plant / Equipment Decibel (dB) record at operation
level
 105dB
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Task Description: SKID STEER (‘BOBCAT’) PERSONNEL INTERFACE

PPE required: High Vis Shirt, and steel Capped Boots.
Task (Gloves, Dust Mask, Ear Plugs as required)
Operating Bobcat within close proximity of
personnel i.e. Site Cleanup, loading of trees, Prestart
equipment/material for transport onsite.  Revision of SOP 009 Operating Skid Steer Loader
(Bobcat)
Hazards  Toolbox Meeting /Hazard Assessment completed
(Safety, Environmental & Property Damage)
Contact with Bobcat causing injury or property  All personnel aware of the warning devices fitted to
damage. Debris/dust, noise, pinch points, skin the Skid Steer (Flashing beacon, Horn, Reversing
burns. Disturbance, impact to vegetated area Alarm)
outside of works.
 Competent spotters selected for the task
Risk Priority Revised Risk  Increased emphasis on Safety Observations
RED #1 Green #2  Two Way Radio operational where required
 Erect appropriate signs & Traffic Management
 Establish safe exclusion zone around Plant (6m)
while in transit.
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Never enter a exclusion zone without making
eye/radio contact
 Never walk directly behind or in the path of
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal reversing Bobcat
protective clothing and equipment  Bobcat operator to remain vigilant of personnel
Reg.3.22 Management of vehicles and moving interface with mobile plant
plant at workplaces  Clear instructions to be exchanged with personnel
and Bobcat operator prior to action
 Ongoing eye contact to remain with Bobcat operator
and personnel
 Stand clear at all times when lifting/lowering or
tipping of material
Shut Down
 Lower bucket and park Bobcat in a safe manner
 Subject to Plant / Equipment on site dB
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Task Description: Turf Edger
Work Area: Yard & Job Site (Lawn Mowing Division)


Operating Turf Edger – trimming the
grass edge along pathways and garden
Ear Muffs, Gloves, Steel Capped shoes
beds. Prestart
Hazards (Safety & Environmental)  Carry out prestart / Toolbox Meeting,
Debris spray, contact with property, Hazard Assessment
contact with blade while in motion,
fatigue from prolong use and noice.  Erect appropriate Signs & Traffic
Management
Risk Priority  Machine guards must be fitted correctly with
YELLOW #2 the cutting blade secured and check regularly
Revised Risk
GREEN #2 Operation
 Start the edger on level ground with firm grip
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP pointing away from other personnel
 Remain aware of your surrounding and
change in conditions or approaching traffic
Reg.3.47 Standard of personal hearing  Task rotation to reduce fatigue
protectors Shut Down
 Switch the machine to the ‘Off’ position when
Reg. 3.4 Manual Handling (Ref SOP 037)
not in use
 Wait for machine to cool before re-fuelling
 Plant / Equipment Decibel (dB) record at
operation level
 96 dB
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Task Description: Plant Isolation – Out of Service, Danger Tags & Lockoff Hasp.


Task Prestart
Isolation of plant/equipment that is required to  Operator deemed competent & authorised for works.
undergo maintenance, cleaning, repairs or  Conduct a Hazard Assessment.
construction.  Erect appropriate signs .
 Establish suitable safe exclusion zone .
Hazards (Safety & Environmental)  Identify all power sources (fuel or electrical) & isolate them.
Contact with engaged equipment/ machinery
parts resulting in injury, Electrocution,
unauthorised startup of equipment/plant
Operation
resulting in injury.
 Plant/Equipment must be switched off, shut down, secured &
Risk Priority verify that power sources have effectively been isolated.
RED #1  Establish the correct selection of isolation device and/or tag.
 Correctly date & sign the tag, ensuring all necessary details are
Revised Risk also provided.
YELLOW #1  If more than one person is working on the equipment, each person
is to place their own tag.
Landscape Australia have constructed this SOP  Tags must be securely fastened to the operating control power
with reference and in accordance with the isolator in clear view.
Reg. 3.34 General duties in relation to personal *Out Of Service Tag – used to identify plant/equipment that has been taken
protective clothing and equipment out of service due to a fault, damage or malfunction.
Safeguards Guidance note – Plant Isolation *Danger Tag – restricted to employees who will be working on plant /
Procedures – Lockout , Danger and Out of equipment and to warn of its unsafe condition and that operation may
Service Tags
endanger the person(s). These tags must be destroyed after use.
*Lockoff Hasp -multi-lock safety device used in conjunction with isolation

tags and/or when more than one person is working on equipment, enabling
workers to protect themselves from unexpected start-up of machinery or
electrical circuits whilst they carry our maintenance or cleaning work. The
hasp is attached to the primary isolator with a personal padlock during long
term works.
Shut Down
 Once works have been completed and only once plant deemed safe
for operation, the person(s) card(s) can be removed only by the
person(s) that applied them or by a Supervisor after consultation
with signatory of the tag.
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SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES

SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES

PAGE SOP No:

5 Risk Assessment Matrix

6 Chain Saw (Ground level) 001

7 Front End Loader 002

8 Fork Lift Truck 003

10 Harley Rake Operations 005

11 Ladders (A-Frame / Extension) 006

12 Powered Hedge Trimmer 007

13 Powered Reticulation Trencher 008

14 Skid Steer Loader (Bobcat) 009

15 Brush Cutter 010

16 Circular Saw 011

17 Angle Grinder (3-5 inch) 012

18 Reactive Soils & Mulch 013

19 Bench Grinder 014

20 Spray Pack (Knapsack Sprayer) 015

21 Quick Cut Saw 016

Securing Loads (Utes, Trucks &

23 Loader Crane 018

24 High Pressure Cleaner 019

25 Backsaver Crane 020

26 DPU Compactor 021

27 Concrete Mixer 022

‘Drill Bit’ Attachment & Operation

29 Decanting of Herbicides & Pesticides 024

Hazardous Substances & Dangerous

Quad Bike Motorcycle (Herbicide &

32 Trailer Hitching 027

33 Inclement Weather 028

34 Core Drill 029

35 Hammer Drill 030

Laying Limestone Blocks (With

38 Plate Compactor 033

39 Road Sweeper 034

40 Brick Saw 035

41 Vehicle Hoist 036

42 Manual Handling 037

43 Vehicle Movement on site 038

44 Compound Mitre Saw 039

45 Drill Press 040

47 Auger (Hand held) 042

Portable Inverter Generator (with

49 Reelmaster Mower 044

50 Exmark Mower 045

Skid steer (‘Bobcat’) Personnel

52 Turf Edger 047

Plant Isolation- Out of Service,

RISK ASSESSMENT MATRIX

Harm to employee(s), Damage to Equipment or Environment

“LIKELIHOOD” of “A HARMFUL EVENT” and the severity of

SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE SOP No: 001

Work Area: Yard & Job Site

Analysed by: HSE Manager Date: 14/06/2012

1. Task and Hazards 2. Controls for Correct Task Performance

SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE SOP No: 002

Work Area: Yard & Job Site

Analysed by: : HSE Manager Date: 07/02/2014

1. Task and Hazards 2. Controls for Correct Task Performance

SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE SOP No: 003