Whsmp · OPW16/0021

                                                                                         SWMS: 08 – Portable Power Tools
Safe Work Methods
                                                                                     H                    Controls / Work Methods                               Responsible
                                                                                                                                                                                  Residual Risk
          Job Steps                   Potential Hazards           L      C     R     O            1. Eliminate 2. Substitute 3. Isolate 4. Engineer             Person/s for
                                                                                     C                             5. Admin 6. PPE                            Monitor & Review    L     C         R
                                                                  B      4     E     4      Ensure that an anti-twist handle is fitted to the drill as       Competent           D     4     H
Using electric & battery          Contact with or
                                                                              21             per manufacturers’ requirements.                                 Operator                        14
operated drills                   entanglement in moving
                                                                                     2      For drilling Metal - after selecting the position where
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                                                                                             the hole is to be drilled – using a centre punch, mark
                                                                                             the spot where the drill bit is to drill. This will assist in
                                                                                             guiding the bit.

                                                                                     5      When drilling concrete be alert of the drill bit striking
                                                                                             a reo bar and causing the drill bit to grab and twist
                                                                                             with force
                                                                                     5      Always operate drill with two (2) hands and control
                                                                                             the pressure applied to drill body.
                                                                                     5      Never place your hands on or near the drill bit or hole
                                                                                             saw to steady or guide when the drill is rotating.
                                                                                              Electrically isolate (or disconnect) electric drill prior to
                                                                                               changing bits etc., or undertaking other general
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                                                                                               maintenance procedures.
                                                                                              Do not wear jewellery and ensure loose clothing and
                                                                                     1         long hair is secured to protect against entanglement.
                                  Projectiles (from material      C      3    H      5      Select the correct size variable speed drill for the job         Competent           D     3     M
                                  being drilled, drill                        13             and correct size drill bit or hole saw (within the               Operator                        9
                                  attachment breaking etc.)                                  manufacturers specification) for the drill to be
                                                                                             operated.
                                                                                            Progressively increase the speed and apply pressure
                                                                                     5       to suit the size of the bit or hole saw being used and
                                                                                             the material being drilled.
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                                                                                            Safety glasses to be worn.
                                  Contact with or                 B      4     E     5        Circular saws are to be used in accordance with                Competent           D     4     H
Using electric & battery
                                  entanglement in moving                      21               manufacturer’s requirements.                                   Operator                        14
operated circular saws
                                  parts                                              4

584 Milton Road TOOWONG QLD 4066                               SWMS Approved by:    Jamie Gilbert                                                                    VERSION 6 – September 2015
P: (07) 3335 5000 F: (07) 3335 5005                            Position: National Health & Safety Co-ordinator                                                                          Page 64
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