Tractor Slashing has inherient dangers and this six page Work Method Statement or Work Method Statement is a vital part of a safe work system.
The Work Method Statements Include:
Site Awareness
Safety Equipment
Pre-Start Checks
Working On Embankments
Using Attachments, Booms etc..
PTO Safety
General Use
Traffic Control - Signage
Operator Seating
Site Completion
Storage
6 Page Complete Work Method Statement
MS Word Format
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Tractor Slashing Safety Notes
Before Use Consider
Are there any unusual or specific hazards associated with the work, such as other workers or people in the immediate vicinity
Ensure the slasher and other attachments are at maximum height when travelling at road speed
Any power transmission equipment attached to a tractor for the purpose of driving another machine and every joint by which such equipment is linked, MUST be fitted with guards.
General Tractor Slashing Safety
Clear the area to be slashed of any obvious hazards, eg large stones, large twigs/ boughs from trees, wire.
Select the correct height adjustment for the slasher for the task at hand.
Check the slope of the land, if applicable
Check that all gauges, indicators and warning lights are operational. Sound the horn.
All spur and other toothed friction gearing of machinery must be effectively guarded so as to prevent danger or must be situated safely, as if it were guarded. Any transmission machinery, wheel or pulley, must be effectively guarded or be situated safely, as if it were guarded.
