Whsmp · OPW16/0021

                                                                                              SWMS: 33 – Chainsaw

Safe Work Methods
                                                                               H                                                                                  Responsible         Residual
                                                                                                           Controls / Work Methods
                                                                               O                                                                                  Person/s for          Risk
         Job Steps                    Potential Hazards         L   C    R                         1. Eliminate 2. Substitute 3. Isolate 4. Engineer               Monitor &
                                                                               C                                    5. Admin 6. PPE                                               L      C     R
                                                                                                                                                                    Review
Pre-use inspection of            Use of damaged/faulty          B   4    E     5        Chainsaws are to be visually inspected by the operator prior to          Competent       D      4     H
portable power tools             equipment                              24               use; ensuring blade sharpness and angle are suitable.                    Operator                     14
                                                                                        Ensure the chain track is clear of debris
                                                                                        Ensure oil holes are free of debris
                                                                                        Ensure guide bar is firmly affixed to chainsaw.
                                                                                        Ensure the bar is properly mounted and the chain is correctly
                                                                                         tensioned.
                                                                                        Check fuel and oil are full, in accordance with the operator
                                                                                         manual.
                                                                                        Chainsaws are to comply with the relevant Australian
                                                                                         Standard(s).
                                                                                        If blades are not at correct angle or sharpness place ‘Out of
                                                                                         Service’ tag on item and book service for chainsaw.
                                                                                        Do not use chainsaw if it has been identified as damaged or
                                                                                         faulty. Damaged/faulty equipment is to be immediately
                                                                                         removed from service, affixed with a “Danger Do Not Operate”
                                                                                         tag and is not to be used until repaired by the
                                                                                         supplier/manufacturer or replaced.
                                                                                        Ensure chainsaws are carried with the cutter bar acing
                                                                                         backwards and the guard in place.
Chainsaw Usage (general)        Contact with or entanglement    B   4    E     5          Ensure all guarding is in place and inspect the tool prior to use.     Competent       D      4     H
                                in moving parts                         21                Ensure firm footing on work platform/ground.                           Operator                     14

                                                                                          The equipment is to be allowed to stop moving before being
                                                                                           placed on the ground or work surface.
                                                                                          Electrically isolate (or disconnect) prior to changing blades, bits,
                                                                                           or undertaking other general maintenance procedures.

584 Milton Road TOOWONG QLD 4066                          SWMS Developed by:       Jamie Gilbert                                                                  VERSION 7 – September 2015
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