SAFE WORK PROCEDURE
Hydraulic Plinths, Safe Use of
SWP No: 007
Trim No:
Version No:
Date Signed Off: 21 Jan 2013
Approved: Yes
RISK IDENTIFICATION AND CONTROLS:
Please include all steps involved in the performance of the task
NOTE: All PPE required must be listed and the minimum PPE for each chemical must be listed as per the relevant SDS.
PROCEDURE STEPS
1.
Scope:
This SWP outlines the proper use of the hydraulic plinths by staff, undergraduate students and external groups in the FSc facilities on the Albury-Wodonga campus.
2.
Objectives:
a)
To ensure the plinths are adjusted in the correct manner and to the correct height to prevent injury to the person adjusting the plinth and also to the participant
getting on and off the plinth.
b) To prevent damage to the plinths due to improper use.
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3.
References:
Metron Manipulation Tables Operating and Technical Manual
Faculty of Science Awareness Guide
4.
Timing:
During both teaching and non-teaching periods.
5.
Responsibilities:
Academic Staff

Provision of appropriate training to students and other users in the use and maintenance of hydraulic plinths.

Ensure students and others follow these procedures at all times.
Students

Undergo appropriate training and be competent in the use and maintenance of hydraulic plinths

Ensure proper procedure is followed at all times
External Professionals

Understand responsibility in using correct procedure when undertaking activities utilising plinths in CSU FSc Facilities

Supervise participants on raised plinths at all times.
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6.
In the event of: (emergency or other)
Follow specific facility guidelines and induction information.
7.
Location:
The following facilities have adjustable plinths available:
Building 666 Level 2 rms 216 and 220
Building 667 Level 2 rms 115 and 117
8.
9.
Training Requirements:

All appropriate facility inductions

Suitable training in use and maintenance of plinths
Plant and Equipment Details:

Metron hydraulic plinths
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10. Engineering Details, Certificates, Work Cover Approvals: Nil
10. Maintenance Requirements:

Plinths maintained through facilities scheduled maintenance and compliance schedules
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12. Task/Activity Steps:
1:
Ensure plinth brakes are fully engaged prior to use
Possible Hazards:
Safety Controls:
Risk Score:
Plinth moves when participant tries to get on and falls or trips
Ensure plinth brakes engaged prior to use
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2:
Assess height/weight/functional ability of the participant and using the foot controls adjust to an appropriate seating height
Possible Hazards:
Safety Controls:
Risk Score:
“at risk” participants injure themselves attempting to climb on a plinth that
is too high.
Plinth always at appropriate seating height prior to use
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4:
Ask the participant to seat themselves on the middle section of the plinth. Place the participant into the correct position for treatment. Adjust the height
and segments consistent with the proposed treatment. If it has been assessed in step 2 that the weight of the participant may cause manual handling injury to the
supervisor then adjust the segments (i.e. head of the plinth) prior to the participant sitting on the plinth.
Possible Hazards:
Safety Controls:
Risk Score:
Participant falls off the plinth
Supervisor always ensures plinth and participant are in the correct
position prior to treatment.
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Supervisor strains muscles because participant/plinth are in the incorrect
postition
Supervisor always supervises “at risk” participants when on the
plinth
Use two people if and when required.
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5. Perform any required treatment adjusting the participant and/or plinth as necessary
Falls
Supervisor never leaves participant while plinth is in use
6:
A the end of treatment ask the participant to remain lying down while the plinth is lowered to the appropriate height and if necessary segments are
returned to a normal position. Ask the participant to carefully get off the plinth providing assistance if necessary.,
Possible Hazards:
Safety Controls:
Risk Score:
Participant injures themselves getting off plinth that is too high
Plinth is always lowered to the appropriate height and segments
returned to original position.
5
Participant faints or become dizzy on rising
Supervisor requests additional training or assistance if required.
Supervisor supervises “at risk” participants when getting off the
plinth
7:
After use disinfect plinth using viraclean and disposable paper towel. Dispose of paper towel with general waste.
Possible Hazards:
Safety Controls:
Risk Score:
Infection/contamination from previous participant
Plinth will always be cleaned with disinfectant after use.
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Safety Controls:
Risk Score:
8:
Possible Hazards:
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SAFE WORK PROCEDURE:
Assessment dates
Initial assessment date:
Current assessment date: 10/12/12
Reassessment due date:
Assessors: Amanda Eddy, Cherryl Kolbe, Kristen
Andrews
Name:
Signature:
Date:
Recommendation: (Technical Officer/Supervisor/Manager)
Follow up required: Yes / No
Name:
Date:
Signature:
Approval: (Facility Manager, Head of School, Manager University Laboratories)
Name:
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Risk Assessment Matrix:
Evaluate the level of risk associated with the hazard identified.
SEVERITY
LIKELIHOOD
How severely could it hurt someone
How likely is it to be that bad?
or
How ill could it make someone?
!!!! Kill or cause permanent
disability or ill health
++
+
-
--
Very likely
Could happen at any time
Likely
Could happen sometime
Unlikely
Could happen, but very
rarely
Very unlikely
Could happen, but probably
never will
1
1
2
3
!!!
Long term illness or serious injury
1
2
3
4
!!
Medical attention and several days
off work
2
3
4
5
!
First aid needed
3
4
5
6
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I have read and understand this Safe Work Procedure:
Name:
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