SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE:
GENERIC
LOCATION DETAILS
School/Branch:
TASK/ACTIVITY
Date:
PREPARED BY Name, Position and Signature (insert names of the supervisor, HSR, HSO and operator involved)
Name
Position
Signature
HAZARD IDENTIFICATION:
See Risk Assessment dated
RISK ASSESSMENT
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SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE DETAILS
STOP
DO NOT OPERATE PLANT IF YOU HAVE NOT COMPLETED (1) THE COMPULSORY
UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY INDUCTION COURSE,
AND; (2) DO NOT POSSESS THE REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS OR TRAINING FOR THIS
PIECE OF PLANT.
Preparation – work area check:
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Ready access to and egress from the machinery (min of 600mm clearance required)
Area is free from grease, oil, debris and objects, which can be tripped over.
(Use diatomaceous earth (“kitty litter”) or absorption pillow to soak up grease, coolant, oil and other fluids)
Area is clear of unauthorised people before commencing work.
Personal Attire & Safety Equipment:
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Approved closed toe type shoes must be worn at all times.
Approved safety spectacles/goggles must be worn at all times, where required.
Clothing must be tight fitting.
Long hair must be confined close to the head by an appropriate restraint.
Finger rings and exposed loose jewellery (eg bracelets and necklaces) must not be worn. Medic Alert bracelet must be
taped if exposed.
Gloves must not be worn when operating machine, excepting where specifying otherwise.
Operation Of Emergency Stop Button:
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Switch lights and power on at their respective main switches, where required.
Start machine using the Start Button.
Check that the Emergency Stop Button is working.
Check that the Drive Belt Cover Guard interlock Emergency Stop micro-switch is working.
Release the Emergency Stop button in preparation for next machine use.
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Machine Pre-operational Safety Checks – Safety Precautions that MUST be Observed:
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Visual inspection of machine to verify it is in good operational order, ensuring no damage to any stationary or moving
parts, electrical cords etc. Any unsafe equipment is to be reported to an authorised staff member and tagged out.
Ensure lighting and power are switched on their respective main switches, where required.
Be aware of other activities happening in the immediate area.
Ensure that no slip and/or trip hazards are present.
Ensure that machine lighting is adequate.
Start machine using the Start Button.
Check that the Emergency Stop is working.
Check that all machine guards, electrical interlocks and Emergency Stop micro-switch are correctly positioned, locked in
place and in proper working condition.
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IF IN DOUBT, ASK [Optional]
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[Insert additional plant and equipment specific clauses as required]
IF IN DOUBT, ASK [Optional]
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Locate and be familiar with the operation of the ON/OFF starter switch.
Locate and be familiar with the operation of the Emergency Stop button. Check Emergency Stop button is working.
Wear appropriate PPE for task being performed (i.e. safety glasses. Gloves required when cleaning).
Operation:
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Ensure light and power is switched on at their respective switches.
[Insert additional plant and equipment specific clauses as required]
NEVER LEAVE [---insert identifying title of machine---] RUNNING WHILST UNATTENDED.
[Insert additional plant and equipment specific clauses as required]
Return excess stock material to metal storage area.
Clean up machine and surrounding area.
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General Safety
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Visual inspection of plant prior to use. Unsafe plant to be tagged out and reported to Workshop Manager.
Keep all parts of your body and attire safely clear of the rotating and moving parts, at all times.
Ensure scheduled maintenance for this machine has been carried out; including scheduled testing of Emergency Stop.
Only authorised qualified staff to operate this machine, or students who have received full Competency Training from an
authorised qualified staff member (recorded in training register).
Guards must be correctly fitted to the machine at all times during operation. DO NOT attempt to open guards while
machine is in use.
Assistance from other staff or students to be sought and support frames used when handling and drilling large, long
and/or heavy sections of material.
NEVER LEAVE [---insert identifying title of machine---] RUNNING WHILST UNATTENDED.
Safety glasses must be worn at all times during the operation of this machine.
Closed Toe Type Shoes must be worn during the operation of this machine.
Loose hair to be securely tied back, loose clothing to be rolled up and/or secured, loose jewellery to be removed.
Hearing protection to be worn, where appropriate to the task being performed.
Leather Safety Gloves to be worn, where appropriate to the task being performed, and;
Ensure fingers and leather safety gloves are kept clear from the drill area, material clamps and from pinch-points under
or around the material being drilled.
Rag or cotton waste (eg for cleaning) must not be used near the machine while the drill is rotating.
Switch Off machine before leaving it unattended.
Note: This Safe Operating Procedure must be reviewed:
a) after any accident, incident or near miss;
b) when training new staff;
c) if adopted by new work group;
d) if equipment, substances or processes change; or
e) within 1 year of date of issue.
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