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Wheel Nut Tensioning

SOP · SOP-60220

  • Version 4

The Wheel Nut Tensioning Safe Operating Procedure (SOP) provides a structured approach so all safety measures are adhered to, reducing risks and enhancing operational efficiency.

It covers the hazards (falling or rolling wheels, burns, vehicle movement, manual handling and poor housekeeping), operator training and competency, inspecting the wheel and work area, tools and equipment, the step-by-step tensioning sequence, manual handling, compressed air safety and tyre storage.

A training and induction register records each worker's induction, training and competency.

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Wheel Nut Tensioning

SOPVersion 4

Acronyms

LOTO - Lockout/Tagout.
PPE - Personal Protective Equipment.
SOP - Safe Operating Procedure.

Hazards

What can cause harm?

  • Falling/rolling wheels

  • Burns

  • Vehicle movement

  • Manual Handling

  • Poor housekeeping

Gloved hands tightening a wheel nut on a car wheel

Pre-operational inspection

Visually inspect the wheel

Check wheel rims, studs, and wheel nuts for damage to the following:

  • Cracks or other damage

  • Check the wheel nuts are not rounded

  • Stud elongation or excessive rust

  • Crush, thinned, or seized threads

Inspect the intended work area

Ensure:

  • No electrical hazards or compressed air hazards

  • Safe access and egress - sufficient lighting and visibility

  • Remove all objects that may cause a hazard

6 more sections, from Precautions to Employee training and induction register

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What it covers

9 sections

  1. Hazards
  2. Pre-operational inspection
  3. Precautions
  4. Personal protective equipment
  5. Tools and equipment
  6. Operation
  7. Shutdown / after use
  8. Employee training and induction register

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