PLANT RISK ASSESSMENT

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PLANT TYPE
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TYPE OF POWERED MOBILE PLANT
PLANT USE
IS PLANT SPECIFIFED AS HIGH RISK
IS A HRWL REQUIRED

BASIC PLANT SERVICABILITY

IS THE PLANT IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION AND FREE FROM DAMAGE
ARE ALL HYDRALUIC LINES CLEAN WITH NO VISABLE HYDRAULIC OIL PRESENT
ARE OPERATOR CONTROLS SERVICABLE

RISK MATRIX

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RISK ASSESSMENT

Are there any specific warnings or conditions (manufactures or other) relating to potential hazards from the operation of the item of plant?

CONTROL - Terex Operator’s Manual contains DANGER (death or serious injury), WARNING (minor or moderate injury), and CAUTION (property damage) labels. Operator’s and maintenance persons must be familiar with the instructions. Refer to Operators Manual for Terex

Are there any COMMUNICATION requirements in relation to the safe operation of the plant?  Active signalling processes.  Point to point communications.  Spotter (with/without whistles)  Flag signalling  Labels and signage

CONTROL - Crane operator and rigger to have two-way radio communication in place or use hand signals if appropriate.

Can anyone be ENTANGLED in the plant?  Hair or other body parts caught in moving parts  PPE caught in moving parts  Isolation devices  Warning decals  Guarding  Rotating parts  Emergency stops

CONTROL - Wear correctly fitted clothing and appropriate PPE when operating or maintaining plant. Do not wear jewelry which may cause entanglement when operating or maintaining plant. Maintain a safe distance from moving parts when in operation

Can anyone be CRUSHED or TRAPPED? (e.g., through unexpected movement, lack of capability for plant or equipment to be slowed, stopped, or immobilised, plant tipping or rolling, being thrown from plant)
 Emergency stop (E Stop)
 Service or parking brake
 Being crushed between moving parts
 Unexpected movement
 Neutral Start
 Reversing/travel alarm
 Warning horn
 Amber flashing beacon
 Rear swing warning lights
 Pedals nonslip surface
 Appropriate controls
 Rear view mirror
 Seat belt
 Doors interlocks
 Crush zone decals
 Guarding devices

ADDITIONAL CONTROLS - Clear all unessential personnel from the prior to movement of the crane. Implement exclusion zones (e.g., spotters, etc).

Can anyone be CUT, STABBED or PUNCTURED?  Flying objects  Moving parts  Pinch points  Sharp edges  Isolation devices  Warning decals  Guarding

CONTROLS - Guarding to be in place over engine fan. Isolate engine if working on fan arrangement. Wear riggers gloves when handling sheaves and hoist rope.

Can SHEARING occur?  Between two moving and rotating parts  Between fixed and moving parts  Warning decals  Guarding

CONTROLS - Guarding to be in place over engine fan. Keep hands/finger clear of moving sheaves and hoist ropes Isolate engine if working on fan arrangement.

Can ABRASION, TEARING or STRETCHING occur?  Continuous contact with moving parts  Warning decals  Guarding  Pulling/pushing

CONTROLS - Isolator for engine to conduct maintenance on engine belts. Keep hands/finger clear of moving sheaves and hoist ropes. Wear riggers gloves during re-reaving activities of hoist ropes.

Can anyone be STRUCK whilst operating the plant?  Plant disintegrating  Mobility of plant travelling  Reversing/travel alarm  Amber flashing beacon  Work pieces thrown out  Moving parts  Warning decals  Guarding

CONTROLS - Audible warning devices (e.g., activate steering wheel horn before slewing or lifting/lowering). Clear all unessential personnel from the boom, hook or counterweight area when slewing and luffing. Implement exclusion zones. Correct PPE when inspecting moving engine components.

Can a hazardous PRESSURE be produced?  Hydraulic hoses  Radiator  Come into contact with fluids under high pressure

CONTROLS - Operator to conduct daily and weekly Maintenance checks to identify potential failures in high pressure hoses.

Can an ELECTRICAL hazard be created?  Lack of insulation  Contact with electrical conductors  Poor earthing  Water near equipment  Lack of isolation  Warning decals

CONTROLS - Crane not to operate in areas of overhead cables/electrical lights as per Australia Standards.

Can an EXPLOSION or LOSS OF CONTENTS occur?  Gas emission,  Dusts  Vapors, lubricants  Fuel tank  Storage of Haz sub’s/DG’s near plant  Warning decals  Ejection of workpiece  Collapse or fragmentation

CONTROLS - Operator to shut crane down before commencing to refuel. An earthing attachment should be used when refueling to prevent discharge of static electricity build up during operation. No smoking or naked flames during refueling.

Can anyone be using or near the plant SLIP, TRIP or FALL?  Uneven surface  Weather conditions  Slippery surfaces

CONTROLS - Keep hand holds, steps and floor clean and clear of oil, grease, mud, rubbish, and tools. Always use proper steps and hand holds when climbing onto or alighting from machine. Never exit or enter the crane cab by any other means than the access system provided (i.e., grab handles)

Are there ERGONOMIC - MANUAL HANDLING hazards associated with the plant?  Poor posture  Repetitive or sustained movements  Awkward positions  Strained movements  Poorly designed seating  Access and egress  Access for maintenance  Routine inspections and adjustments

CONTROLS - Where possible use mechanical devices to eliminate or reduce manual handling. If unable to use a mechanical device, ask for assistance. When placing heavy chains or slings onto hooks, lower / manoeuvre the hook as close as possible / safely to enable the minimal manual lifting as possible, also ask for assistance. Identified manual handling hazards are to be included in the SWMS for the use of the plant. Note that chains, slings, and blocks are extremely heavy and should be handled by two people. Appropriate Seat to be fitted.

Are there ERGONOMIC - OPERATING CONTROL hazards associated with the plant?  Difficult to understand  Inappropriate coloring  Function not identified  Inappropriate controls & switches  Access and egress  Labelling of controls and indicators  Variation in operators  Operation by two or more persons

CONTROLS - Pre use checks conducted by crane operators. Signage in place in cabin and on crane chassis. Controls to be maintained

Are there specific requirements for ISOLATION of energy sources?  Hydraulic pressure  Compressed gases  Electrical feeds/capacitors  Motive power systems  Suspended loads  Operation by two or more persons

CONTROLS - Isolation switch to be turned to off position whenFRANNA is not being used.

Does operation of the plant cause extreme TEMPERATURE changes?  Fire  Burns through conduction  Convection  Cryogenic burns  Operation in extreme heat or cold

CONTROLS - Keep clear of hot engine or hydraulic components and exhaust outlet. Allow engine or hydraulic component cool prior to maintenance. Wear appropriate PPE to protect from hot components or fluids.

Can a FIRE occur?  Friction  Ingress of materials/fluids  Build-up of materials/lubricants  Fuels  Fire extinguisher

CONTROLS - Dry Chemical powder fire extinguisher affixed within reach of operator (tested and tagged). No Ignition Sources When Fuelling.

Can certain WEATHER conditions create a hazard?  Hypothermia / extreme cold  Heat stroke / extreme hot  Wet conditions  Electrical storms  Dirt & mud on roads at egress points

CONTROLS - No works to be completed in extreme wind/rain. Operator to make judgment prior to operations. Only lift when safe to do so. SWMS to be adhered too in regard to weather requirements. Terex operating guide to be followed.

Can the plant emit toxic FUMES or VAPOURS?  Exhaust fumes  Chemicals  Haz sub’s/DGs

CONTROLS - If working in poorly ventilated areas, monitor exhaust fumes at regular intervals. Where practical, ensure engine is isolated. Upswept exhaust fitted

Carry out the NOISE survey on page 9. Is the plant noisy?  Emit >85 dBA at the operator  Effects operator communication  Noise impacts on community during out-of-hours work (including reversing beepers)

CONTROLS - Persons operating or working near the crane engine bay are to wear appropriate hearing protection. Noise emitted at rear of crane is in excess of 85dBA. Hearing protection must be rated a SLC80 or higher. Isolate the engine when maintenance does not require engine to be running.

Poor visibility  At the controls  At the task  Darkens surrounding areas  Light impacts on community or sensitive natural environment during out-of-hours work

CONTROLS - Lighting to be provided if necessary. Ensure all headlights are working.

Can operation of the plant create DUST?  Explosive atmosphere  Breathing hazard  Reduced visibility  Nuisance dust at nearby community

CONTROLS - Dust mitigation to be in place to minimise dust level and exposure - Doors and Windows to Franna to be closed at all times when in operation within dusty unsealed roads.

Can the plant become UNSTABLE during operation?  Working on uneven / unstable ground  Shifting load  Lack of plant support

CONTROLS - Crane operator to assess ground conditions, load type and load position. Immediatley STOP works should ground conditions become unstable or FRANNA operation on said ground is deemed unsafe.

Could LOSS of LOAD occur?  Failure of ropes/slings  Overloading  Entanglement in surrounding structures  Maintenance requirements

CONTROLS - Certified and check equipment to be used. • Cranesafe logbook to be completed prior to use of FRANNA. All questions in prestart to be completed. If any issues are identified on the checklist, they are to be reported to the direct supervisor immediately. • Operator to inspect and check that anti-two block is functioning correctly. Report to direct supervisor immediately if Anti Two Block is not working correctly. • Crane operator to inspect Cranes rope prior to use. Look for any damage. If anything is identified Supervisor to be told immediately and crane not to be used. 3rd Boom Section Does Not Compensate hook block. Operator to be fully aware of this. Rope can be snapped and crane severely damaged if not adhered too. This could result in severe incident.

Is there anything in the SURROUNDING ENVIRONMENT that may produce a hazard?  Power lines  Low ceiling  Other plant  Storage areas  Co-located equipment  Isolation requirements  Potential for flash flooding if operating adjacent to waterways  Operating in known areas of weeds, pathogens, or contamination  Operating in sensitive environments requiring protection from offsite weeds/pathogens or spills

CONTROLS - Where crane is driving with loads over uneven terrain, operator may elect to run hook to the boom to prevent swing from occurring to the load and injuring the dogman. This is viewed in the Terex risk assessment as not being recommended however the Terex risk assessment also does not deal with the risk of swinging loads over uneven terrain whilst dogman is in the vicinity. WA Universal see no issue with (two blocking light loads) for the purpose of reducing swing, however this can only be performed when the 3rd boom is fully retracted, Boom stages 1 and 2 are not full extended, the crane is only in 2 falls. And the operator exercises extreme caution. This is not to be allowed for any other activities.

Operator TRAINING / QUALIFICATIONS?  Training requirements  Qualification requirements  Competency assessments  Documentation  Operators’ manual  Equipment experience  Product knowledge

CONTROLS - All crane operators (including maintenance employees where relevant are to hold a CN qualification and all Dogmen are to hold a DG, Additionally, these employees are to be assessed competent to conduct activities. Operators to have VOCs prior to works.

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CONTROL - Terex Operator’s Manual contains DANGER (death or serious injury), WARNING (minor or moderate injury), and CAUTION (property damage) labels. Operator’s and maintenance persons must be familiar with the instructions. Refer to Operators Manual for Terex

CONTROL - Crane operator and rigger to have two-way radio communication in place or use hand signals if appropriate.

CONTROL - Wear correctly fitted clothing and appropriate PPE when operating or maintaining plant. Do not wear jewelry which may cause entanglement when operating or maintaining plant. Maintain a safe distance from moving parts when in operation

ADDITIONAL CONTROLS - Clear all unessential personnel from the prior to movement of the crane. Implement exclusion zones (e.g., spotters, etc).

CONTROLS - Guarding to be in place over engine fan. Isolate engine if working on fan arrangement. Wear riggers gloves when handling sheaves and hoist rope.

CONTROLS - Guarding to be in place over engine fan. Keep hands/finger clear of moving sheaves and hoist ropes Isolate engine if working on fan arrangement.

CONTROLS - Isolator for engine to conduct maintenance on engine belts. Keep hands/finger clear of moving sheaves and hoist ropes. Wear riggers gloves during re-reaving activities of hoist ropes.

CONTROLS - Audible warning devices (e.g., activate steering wheel horn before slewing or lifting/lowering). Clear all unessential personnel from the boom, hook or counterweight area when slewing and luffing. Implement exclusion zones. Correct PPE when inspecting moving engine components.

CONTROLS - Operator to conduct daily and weekly Maintenance checks to identify potential failures in high pressure hoses.

CONTROLS - Crane not to operate in areas of overhead cables/electrical lights as per Australia Standards.

CONTROLS - Operator to shut crane down before commencing to refuel. An earthing attachment should be used when refueling to prevent discharge of static electricity build up during operation. No smoking or naked flames during refueling.

CONTROLS - Keep hand holds, steps and floor clean and clear of oil, grease, mud, rubbish, and tools. Always use proper steps and hand holds when climbing onto or alighting from machine. Never exit or enter the crane cab by any other means than the access system provided (i.e., grab handles)

CONTROLS - Pre use checks conducted by crane operators. Signage in place in cabin and on crane chassis. Controls to be maintained

CONTROLS - Isolation switch to be turned to off position whenFRANNA is not being used.

CONTROLS - Keep clear of hot engine or hydraulic components and exhaust outlet. Allow engine or hydraulic component cool prior to maintenance. Wear appropriate PPE to protect from hot components or fluids.

CONTROLS - Dry Chemical powder fire extinguisher affixed within reach of operator (tested and tagged). No Ignition Sources When Fuelling.

CONTROLS - No works to be completed in extreme wind/rain. Operator to make judgment prior to operations. Only lift when safe to do so. SWMS to be adhered too in regard to weather requirements. Terex operating guide to be followed.

CONTROLS - If working in poorly ventilated areas, monitor exhaust fumes at regular intervals. Where practical, ensure engine is isolated. Upswept exhaust fitted

CONTROLS - Persons operating or working near the crane engine bay are to wear appropriate hearing protection. Noise emitted at rear of crane is in excess of 85dBA. Hearing protection must be rated a SLC80 or higher. Isolate the engine when maintenance does not require engine to be running.

CONTROLS - Lighting to be provided if necessary. Ensure all headlights are working.

CONTROLS - Dust mitigation to be in place to minimise dust level and exposure - Doors and Windows to Franna to be closed at all times when in operation within dusty unsealed roads.

CONTROLS - Crane operator to assess ground conditions, load type and load position. Immediatley STOP works should ground conditions become unstable or FRANNA operation on said ground is deemed unsafe.

CONTROLS - All crane operators (including maintenance employees where relevant are to hold a CN qualification and all Dogmen are to hold a DG, Additionally, these employees are to be assessed competent to conduct activities. Operators to have VOCs prior to works.

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CONTROL - Terex Operator’s Manual contains DANGER (death or serious injury), WARNING (minor or moderate injury), and CAUTION (property damage) labels. Operator’s and maintenance persons must be familiar with the instructions. Refer to Operators Manual for Terex

CONTROL - Crane operator and rigger to have two-way radio communication in place or use hand signals if appropriate.

CONTROL - Wear correctly fitted clothing and appropriate PPE when operating or maintaining plant. Do not wear jewelry which may cause entanglement when operating or maintaining plant. Maintain a safe distance from moving parts when in operation

ADDITIONAL CONTROLS - Clear all unessential personnel from the prior to movement of the crane. Implement exclusion zones (e.g., spotters, etc).

CONTROLS - Guarding to be in place over engine fan. Isolate engine if working on fan arrangement. Wear riggers gloves when handling sheaves and hoist rope.

CONTROLS - Guarding to be in place over engine fan. Keep hands/finger clear of moving sheaves and hoist ropes Isolate engine if working on fan arrangement.

CONTROLS - Isolator for engine to conduct maintenance on engine belts. Keep hands/finger clear of moving sheaves and hoist ropes. Wear riggers gloves during re-reaving activities of hoist ropes.

CONTROLS - Audible warning devices (e.g., activate steering wheel horn before slewing or lifting/lowering). Clear all unessential personnel from the boom, hook or counterweight area when slewing and luffing. Implement exclusion zones. Correct PPE when inspecting moving engine components.

CONTROLS - Operator to conduct daily and weekly Maintenance checks to identify potential failures in high pressure hoses.

CONTROLS - Crane not to operate in areas of overhead cables/electrical lights as per Australia Standards.

CONTROLS - Operator to shut crane down before commencing to refuel. An earthing attachment should be used when refueling to prevent discharge of static electricity build up during operation. No smoking or naked flames during refueling.

CONTROLS - Keep hand holds, steps and floor clean and clear of oil, grease, mud, rubbish, and tools. Always use proper steps and hand holds when climbing onto or alighting from machine. Never exit or enter the crane cab by any other means than the access system provided (i.e., grab handles)

CONTROLS - Pre use checks conducted by crane operators. Signage in place in cabin and on crane chassis. Controls to be maintained

CONTROLS - Isolation switch to be turned to off position whenFRANNA is not being used.

CONTROLS - Keep clear of hot engine or hydraulic components and exhaust outlet. Allow engine or hydraulic component cool prior to maintenance. Wear appropriate PPE to protect from hot components or fluids.

CONTROLS - Dry Chemical powder fire extinguisher affixed within reach of operator (tested and tagged). No Ignition Sources When Fuelling.

CONTROLS - No works to be completed in extreme wind/rain. Operator to make judgment prior to operations. Only lift when safe to do so. SWMS to be adhered too in regard to weather requirements. Terex operating guide to be followed.

CONTROLS - If working in poorly ventilated areas, monitor exhaust fumes at regular intervals. Where practical, ensure engine is isolated. Upswept exhaust fitted

CONTROLS - Persons operating or working near the crane engine bay are to wear appropriate hearing protection. Noise emitted at rear of crane is in excess of 85dBA. Hearing protection must be rated a SLC80 or higher. Isolate the engine when maintenance does not require engine to be running.

CONTROLS - Lighting to be provided if necessary. Ensure all headlights are working.

CONTROLS - Dust mitigation to be in place to minimise dust level and exposure - Doors and Windows to Franna to be closed at all times when in operation within dusty unsealed roads.

CONTROLS - Crane operator to assess ground conditions, load type and load position. Immediatley STOP works should ground conditions become unstable or FRANNA operation on said ground is deemed unsafe.

CONTROLS - All crane operators (including maintenance employees where relevant are to hold a CN qualification and all Dogmen are to hold a DG, Additionally, these employees are to be assessed competent to conduct activities. Operators to have VOCs prior to works.

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