Leaf Blower SOP
Standard Operating Procedures Leaf Blower
Leaf blower SOP for operating a leaf blower identifies leaf blower hazards with the risk assessed and risk controls developed to manage risk and leaf blower safety.
Standard operating procedures require hazard control measures to be implemented per leaf blower guide and best safe work practice for leaf blowers.
Leaf Blower SOP Example
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SOP Leaf Blower
Workplace Safety has conducted a comprehensive job safety analysis for operating a leaf blower with risk control measures developed for identified hazards per the hierarchy of risk controls for using a leaf blower.
WHS consultation with employees on health and safety matters to identify potential hazards with operating a leaf blower and ensure electrical hand tool safety
WHS consultation and participation processes ensure adequate health and safety communication
Pre-operational inspection of leaf blower 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
Leaf blower guard must be fitted to a leaf blower for protection from an exposed leaf blower fan
Do not alter or modify a leaf blower, e.g. leaf blower handle or leaf blower bag removal will affect tool safety
Inspect handle, shoulder strap and leaf blower bag for signs of wear and damage per tool safety checklist, replace if necessary and dispose of damaged handles, shoulder straps and leaf blower bags appropriately
Leaf blower operation per leaf blower SOP focuses on hazard control measures to reduce the level of risk
Workplace environmental hazards, e.g. confined space and working at heights
Working at height on ladders, aluminium mobile scaffold and elevated work platforms when operating a leaf blower
Hazardous chemicals and hazardous products used in connection with operating a leaf blower
Hazardous manual tasks in connection with the operation of a leaf blower
Personal protective equipment, e.g. respiratory protective equipment, protective clothing, eye protection
Health and safety training for workers, e.g. leaf blower 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, leaf blower noise regulations 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 leaf blower
Safe Operating Procedures Leaf Blower
How to Use a Leaf Blower
Leaf blower SOP shall assess the risk of high-risk activities with the operation of a leaf blower.
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. leaf blower
Pre-operational inspection of leaf blower
Use of portable RCD safety switch
Other hazards with operating a leaf blower
