The Leaf Blower Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a comprehensive 12 page procedure outlining the safety steps for the use of petrol and electric hand-held leaf blowers (also known as “Power Blowers”).
The Leaf Blower 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 Leaf Blower procedure can be used as part of your OHS inductions, for Tool box talks or tender applications.
The Leaf Blower Safety Procedure includes:
- PPE
- Safety Notes
- Planning
- Preparation
- Pre-Operational Inspection
- Operation
- Refueling
- Maintenance
- Emergency Procedures
- References
Product Details:
- 12 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
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Preparation (extract only):
- Only use leaf blower for garden materials and light debris outdoors.
- Do not use for blowing dust or debris that may contain asbestos or crystalline silica (example: stone or concrete dust).
- Ensure no loose clothing or jewellery and hair tied back. Operator not under influence of drugs/alcohol or fatigued. Operator physically capable of handling weight of unit. Check for allergies to pollens etc and ensure required treatments accessible.
Assess site. Ensure:
- Sufficient lighting (daylight or floodlit)
- Good visibility
- Suitable weather. No electric models in inclement weather
- Sufficient ventilation (outdoor use only)
- Suitable ground surface. Clear of pits, cliffs, drop-offs, steep slopes. Ensure not too muddy/wet
- Clear of hazardous works (such as spray painting, demolition works)
- Separated from mobile plant in operation
- Check for dangerous animals (dogs, snakes etc)
