Whsmp · OPW16/0021

                                                                                                SWMS:10 – Lasers

                                                                                 Safe Work Methods
                                                                                 H                  Controls / Work Methods                                  Responsible         Residual
         Job Steps                    Potential Hazards           L   C    R     O          1. Eliminate 2. Substitute 3. Isolate 4. Engineer                Person/s for          Risk
                                                                                 C                           5. Admin 6. PPE                               Monitor & Review     L C R
                                                                                         No laser is to be left unattended whilst power is on OR
                                                                                          Laser beam to be blocked when left unattended and
                                                                                 5        power on.
                                                                                         An area where a Class 2 or 3A laser is being operated is
                                                                                 5
                                                                                          to be clear of mirror-like (shiny) surfaces.
                                                                                         Stationary Class 2 or 3A lasers should be terminated by a
                                                                                          beam stop.
                                Operator not competent in         B   3    H     5       Operators of Class 1 lasers are to be inducted into this        Competent Person      D    3      M
                                laser use                                  17             SWMS and be familiar with the manufacturer’s                                                      9
                                                                                          instructions for that laser.
                                                                                         All operators of Class 2 lasers and higher shall have
                                                                                 5
                                                                                          training in the use of the specific laser including training
                                                                                          in accordance with AS 2397.
                                                                                         If a Class 2 or 3A laser is to be used a Laser Safety Officer
                                                                                 5        is to be appointed.


Methods for monitoring and reviewing effectiveness of chosen control measures
Hutchinson Builders & Subcontracted Personnel: Follow the procedure and report any laser hazards
Hutchinson Builders Foreman:                   Ensure no laser stronger than Class 3A is used on site and
                                               monitor this SWMS requirements on site using the Task Observation Form
Laser Safety Officer (when applicable):        Supervise the initial installation of any Class 2 or above laser and conduct inspections of laser (Class 2 or above)
                                               operation using the observation Form




584 Milton Road TOOWONG QLD 4066                            SWMS Developed by:    Jamie Gilbert                                                                VERSION 7 – September 2015
P: (07) 3335 5000 F: (07) 3335 5005                         Position:             National Health & Safety Co-ordinator                                                           Page 85
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