The Quilting Machine Safe Operating Procedure (SOP) sets out the steps and precautions for operating a quilting machine, to help operators manage risks and keep a safe work environment.
It covers the hazards (noise, electricity, moving parts, manual handling and poor housekeeping), the PPE to wear, operator training and competency, the pre-operational inspection, step-by-step operation including loading materials and adjusting settings, and maintenance under lockout/tagout.
A hazard checklist for powered non-mobile plant, with Y, N and NA for each item, helps confirm every safety measure is in place.