Kanga PW628, Operator'S Manual

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PERFORM A SITE ASSESSMENT
Is the terrain stable or suitable to work on?
• Unload Loader from a trailer with ramps.
• Conduct a thorough site inspection before entering site with Loader.
• Consider Wet or boggy conditions.
• Consider environmental factors.
• Consider steep slopes. Do not work side on to slopes.
• Dial before you dig (dial 1100) to check for services.
• Amend your plans and take precautions where necessary.
• Document your plans in the JSA/SWMS.
Personal safety
• Where other mobile plant and equipment is in use, wear high visibility garments.
• Read the Loader instruction manual – familiarise yourself with Loader features.
• Use Loader only as speci fi ed in instruction manual.
• Perform a pre-operational inspection of the Loader to identify any faults.
• Ensure all safety features are operable.
• Use bunting, fl ags or witches hats to demarcate or isolate work area.
• Wear additional PPE such as safety glasses, hearing protection and hard hat and steel
capped boots.
Task execution
• Discuss work plans with other workers/persons in the area.
• Coordinate Loader activities with other trades/activities on site.
• Work in a logical sequence.
• Do not exceed weight/load and operational limitations of the Loader.
• Keep loads low to the ground when travelling.
• Keep bucket down when not in use.
Site Clean Up
• Remove Loader from site.
• Wash Loader down and inspect Loader for hydraulic leaks/damage.
• Return Loader and attachments to trailer.
• Remove bunting,
fl ags, witches hats.
• Restore site conditions as required.
TASK PLANNING & SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS