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This video provides general information for workers on almond farms. Before you start work, your host employer will explain the exact safe operating procedure, machine instructions and personal protective equipment required at your site. This video supports training. It does not replace practical training, assessment, supervisor sign-off or a training record. English is the authoritative version.
Step 1 · Training/Safety
Training/Safety
Potential Risk
Workers unsure of the process may lead to unwanted events which may result in injury, fatality or damage to equipment
Risk Treatment
At the end of this training which includes the practical component if you are unsure of the process do not proceed contact your Supervisor and the Orchard Manager immediately
If at any time during this process you feel unsafe you are authorised and expected to stop
Contact your Supervisor and the Orchard Manager immediately
Step 2 · Pre-start/safety meeting
Pre-start/safety meeting
Potential Risk
Employees not aware of traffic management requirements may lead to serious collision resulting in injury to operator and damage to equipment
Poor communication when machinery is moved from block to block
Employees with language barriers may not understand traffic management plans
Employees taking short cuts through headlands may lead to collisions resulting in injury to employees and damage to equipment
Risk Treatment
Employees MUST attend morning pre-starts in front of the orchard activity board
Host management MUST communicate daily work plan and safety information which includes but not limited traffic management
Team supervisors MUST reiterate daily work plan and safety matters their teams
If there are language barriers an interpreter MUST be used to communicate information
If traffic management changes throughout the day Host management and supervisors are responsible for communicating changes to employees and updating the orchard activity board
Step 3 · Stop, immobilize and prepare
Stop, switch off and immobilize equipment in designated area.
Collect all required equipment including Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
Potential Risk
Poor housekeeping
Ensure work is not completed in close vicinity to others
Risk Treatment
Ensure all equipment and hoses are arranged in a manner to avoid trip hazards.
Barricade area to prevent access by others where required.
Ensure work is not completed in close vicinity to others.
Step 4 · Inspect and clear the area
Inspect compressor and equipment.
Clear area.
Start compressor motor using steps indicated on machine
Potential Risk
Hose damage
Fittings not connected correctly
Unauthorised personnel in work area.
Machinery Starting up.
Risk Treatment
Visually inspect hose for damages.
Visually inspect all fittings to ensure they are secure and safe for use.
Ensure machinery is shut down and handbrakes applied
Step 5 · Use compressed air for the task
Use compressed air for task required
Potential Risk
Foreign matter in eyes, Dust inhalation, Torn / Damage skin from compressed air pressure, Noise and Damage to equipment
Risk Treatment
Sealed safety glasses, face shield or goggles must be worn.
Wear dust mask or respirator in dusty conditions.
Long sleeves must be rolled down and gloves worn.
Hearing protection must also be worn.
Follow specific instructions to ensure you do not cause potential damage to the machine. E.g. damage to radiators.
Step 6 · Switch off and release remaining air
Switch off the compressor motor if you are the last person in line.
Potential Risk
Hose damage
Damage to motor
Accidental discharge
Risk Treatment
Switch of motor.
Do not hand wand over to anyone without proper PPE while compressor is running.
With compressor turned OFF press the wand to release air left in the hose. Note that all PPE must still be worn for this part.
Step 7 · Roll up hoses and return PPE
Roll up air hose upon completion.
Return PPE
Potential Risk
Trip Hazards
Hose Damage
Risk Treatment
Roll up all air hoses or fully retract all air hose reels.
Qualifications and experience
Qualifications and experience.
All employees/ workers must be trained, hold relevant licenses, and be assessed as competent before operating any equipment on host employer sites. there must be safety induction records with the workers’ name on the records. where licenses are required a copy of this must be on site file or personal file.
Duties and responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities.
All employees/ workers must adhere to host employer policies and procedures and report any concerns and incidents immediately to their manager/ supervisor. it is the responsibility of both host employer onsite management and contractor companies to identify language barriers and provide interpreters where required.
Training required
Training required.
All employees/ workers must have been inducted to the site and deemed competent in relevant Safe Operating Procedures and site traffic management plans. site managers must sign off all Safe Operating Procedures before employees/ worker start work on site or equipment. training should be completed by a competent person or training organization.
Codes of practice and legislation
Codes of practice and legislation.
All employees/ workers must adhere to codes of practice, standards and guideline, WHS and OHS acts and regulations.
Plant, equipment and PPE
Plant, equipment and PPE.
Job specific protective personal equipment (PPE) must be identified and worn when required (i.e. positive sealed goggles with a strap when using compressed air).
PPE is a shared responsibility between your host employer and Orchard Tech.
Your host employer will provide the PPE required for your task.
If the required PPE has not been supplied, stop work and contact Orchard Tech.
workers to wear all outdoor PPE where required – wear positive sealed eye protection, gloves, hat, sunburn cream, steel capped boots, long sleeve shirts and long trousers.
hi viz clothing must be worn at all times.
Maintenance checks
Maintenance checks.
If a vehicle, plant, equipment, or machinery is found to be defective or damaged, it must be tagged with ‘out of service’ tag until repaired and isolation register completed. daily pre-start/ pre-shift checks and post-checks if required are to be completed and recorded in all instances. maintenance teams are responsible for all maintenance on equipment. workers can only undertake maintenance if they have been adequately trained in the relevant process.
Closing
This video provides general information. Before you start work, your host employer will explain the exact procedure and provide practical training for your site. This video does not replace assessment, supervisor sign-off or a training record. If you do not understand something, use the English or talk to your supervisor at the host employer site. The host will provide you with an interpreter.
Before you start work
This video describes a general sequence. Your host’s current instructions, PPE requirements, machine-specific procedures and supervised practical training determine the method used at your site. Speak to your supervisor if anything is unclear.
Viewing the video is not a competency assessment or equipment authorisation.
Further reading: WorkSafe Victoria: controlling compressed-air noise.