Jigsaw SOP
Standard Operating Procedure Jigsaw
Jigsaw SOP for operating a jigsaw identifies jigsaw hazards with the risk assessed and risk controls developed to manage risk and jigsaw safety.
Standard operating procedures require hazard control measures to be implemented per jigsaw guidelines and best safe work practice for jigsaws.
Jigsaw SOP Example
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SOP Jigsaw
Workplace Safety has conducted a comprehensive job safety analysis for operating a jigsaw, e.g. cutting timber materials and how to change a jigsaw blade with risk control measures developed for identified hazards per WHS hierarchy of controls.
WHS consultation with employees on health and safety matters to identify potential hazards with operating a jigsaw and ensure electrical hand tool safety
WHS consultation and participation processes ensure adequate health and safety communication
Pre-operational inspection of jigsaw per electrical tools inspection checklist, e.g. how to check tools and equipment are free from damage such as damaged electrical cords
Damaged tools and equipment shall have an out of service tag placed on it with procedures for reporting faulty equipment in the workplace implemented
Do not alter or modify a jigsaw, e.g. removal of jigsaw handle will affect tool safety
Inspect jigsaw blade for signs of wear and damage per tool safety checklist, replace if necessary and dispose of damaged jigsaw blade appropriately
Jigsaw operation per jigsaw SOP focuses on jigsaw control measures to reduce the level of risk
Workplace environmental hazards, e.g. confined space and working at heights
Hazardous chemicals and hazardous products used in connection with operating a jigsaw
Hazardous manual tasks in connection with the operation of a jigsaw
Personal protective equipment, e.g. respiratory protective equipment, protective clothing, eye protection
Health and safety training for workers, e.g. tool safety training
Workplace housekeeping per housekeeping policy and procedures
Legislative and regulatory requirements for compliance with WHS legislation, e.g. work health and safety regulations, managing electrical risks at the workplace code of practice and power tool safety standards
Monitoring controls, e.g. assessment and review the effectiveness of control measures
Tasks and activities in connection with operating a jigsaw
Safe Operating Procedure Jigsaw
How to Use a Jigsaw
Jigsaw SOP shall assess the risk of high-risk activities with the operation of a jigsaw.
High-risk work activities that may expose workers to WHS hazards are likely to include but not be limited to:
Plant and equipment used in the work task, e.g. jigsaw
Pre-operational inspection of jigsaw
Change jigsaw blade
Use of portable RCD safety switch
Other hazards with operating a jigsaw
