Work Method Statements
Walk Behind Trencher Work Method Statement
The Walk Behind Trencher Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a comprehensive 9 page procedure. This SWMS involved general hazards associated with the operation of a petrol powered walk-behind trencher.
The Walk Behind Trencher procedure is ready to use and is not a blank template. Simply add your company details, ABN, and include any site specific details or risks and make it specific to the task at hand. It is then ready for printing and to be incorporated as part of your overall OHS System.
The Walk Behind Trencher procedure can be used as part of your OHS inductions, for Tool box talks or tender applications.
The Safety Procedure includes:
- PPE
- Safety Notes
- Planning
- Preparation
- Pre-operational inspection
- Operation
- Maintenance
- Emergency Procedures
- References
Product Details:
- 9 Page procedure
- Written by ex WHS inspectors
- Referenced
- Risk ratings before and after control measures
- MS Word format NOT PDF
- Task specific and site specific details easy to add
- Includes easy to complete boxes for Company details and project details
- Employee sign off section
- Instant download delivery
Planning to use a Walk Behind Trencher
Inspect intended work area. Check:
- Underground services/utilities Dial before you dig)
- Type of soil (wet, dry, compact etc)
- Suitable trencher chain/teeth capacity (light, heavy duty etc)
- Rocks, tree roots etc.
- Lighting
- Cliffs, hillsides, pits, drop-offs etc.
Where required provide adequate traffic management. Include:
- Witches hats
- Caution signs
- Speed limiting signs
- Spotters or stop/go operators if required
- Be aware of environmental conditions:
- Low visibility
- Operating plant near-by
- Hazardous atmospheric contaminants
- Confined spaces (carbon monoxide build-up)
- Heavy rain, high winds. Steep slopes etc.
- Develop site/task specific SWMS
The Work Method Statement is in MSWord Format for unlimited printing and use and will be emailed directly to you.