The Excavator Attachment - Hydraulic Rock Hammer Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a comprehensive 10 page procedure . This SWMS covers the use of a Rock Hammer/Hydraulic Hammer when attached to an excavator. This SWMS must be used in conjunction with Safety Culture’s Excavator SWMS.

The Excavator Attachment - Hydraulic Rock Hammer 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 Excavator Attachment - Hydraulic Rock Hammer Work Method Statement can be used as part of your OHS inductions, for Tool box talks or tender applications.

• PPE
• Safety Notes
• Planning
• Pre-operational Inspection
• Connecting Attachment
• Operation
• On Completion
• Maintenance
• Emergency Procedures
• References

• 10 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

• Manual Handling

Inspect hammer attachment. Ensure:

• Safety decals are attached and legible
• Correct level of hydraulic oil for proper operation
• Hydraulic oil is not contaminated or discoloured
• No leaks
• Hoses and fittings are free of damage
• All fasteners are in good working order and tightened as required
• Hammer sufficiently greased
• Correct gas pressure
• No gas leaks (use soapy water test)
• No damage to unit. 
• Maintained as per manufacturer’s instructions

• Designed for use with hammer attachment
• Maintained and in good working order
• Safety pins and locks available, in good working order
  • Marked with the following
  • Manufacturer’s name, make, model and serial number
  • Quick hitch weight
  • Maximum rated capacity
  • Capacity of each lifting point

If damage or faults detected, do not use. Follow tag-out/lock-out procedures and report to supervisor immediately.