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Gang Mower

SWMS · SWMS-10116

  • 14 job steps
  • Version 7
  • Landscaping
  • Reads on any phone

This SWMS covers the hazards and controls for operating a triplex reel mower or gang mower, including in areas near roads. It sets out safe practices for the different settings the mower works in.

The SWMS takes your crew through each job step, from working outdoors and working alone to arriving on site, setting up the work area, attaching the mower to a tow vehicle, operating and refuelling, completion and emergency response.

It suits businesses and workers in landscaping, construction and maintenance where gang mowers are used, and the site supervisors, operators and safety officers who run the work.

Written by SafetyDocs safety experts, who have been writing safety documents since 2004.

Preview of the Gang Mower SWMS

Gang Mower

SWMSVersion 7
Company doing the work
[Company]
Business contact
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Phone #
—
Responsible person (for monitoring SWMS and work)
—
Responsible person's phone
—
Responsible person's signature
—
Date signed
—
Principal contractor (PC)
[Principal contractor]
PC address
—
PC phone
[PC phone]
Date SWMS provided to PC
—
Job site address
[Site address]
Part of a construction project
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Site management plan

If the work is part of a construction project, this SWMS must align with requirements of the Site Management Plan in place for the Construction Project.

High-risk construction work

This work activity involves the following “High-Risk Construction Work” (HRCW - identified in the Job Task column)

  • Mobile Plant
  • Hazardous AtmosphereWork in an area that may have a contaminated or flammable atmosphere
  • Traffic CorridorsWork carried out adjacent to a road, railway or shipping lane, traffic corridor

Planning and preparation

Planning/preparation

  • Liaise with Principal Contractor to identify on-site safety systems and procedures

  • Establish supervisory and communication arrangements

  • Principal contractor to confirm emergency response procedures are in place.

Hold points

  • Hold points identified and signed off before continuing work. (specify the hold points)

Training/licence

  • All workers to have a General Construction Induction Card

  • Relevant workers have relevant certificates of competency, licenses, and training. Specify on the SWMS Sign-off for each worker.

  • Trained First Aider on site

  • All workers trained in site-specific emergency and evacuation procedures, SWMS, safe work procedures, and safety data sheets.

Worker duties and responsibilities

  • Fit condition for work, i.e., no signs of fatigue, alcohol or drugs

  • Attend all site inductions/briefings

  • Comply with all site requirements, e.g. PPE, Traffic Management Plans (TMP)

  • Only carry out work related to the contract

  • Inspect completed work and report possible safety, environmental and quality matters to the supervisor.

Monitoring and review

  • All people involved in the task must have this SWMS communicated to them before work commences

  • SWMS to be reviewed and amended if necessary, in consultation with relevant people after any near miss or incident

  • If additional site hazards identified, review this SWMS and amend control measures to suit

  • People, including workers, contractors and sub-contractors, affected by the revisions to this SWMS, must be informed ASAP

  • Give the principal contractor a copy of the revised SWMS

  • The site supervisor to monitor works against the controls stated in this SWMS

  • SWMS must be kept on-site and made available for inspection or review

  • Keep a record of this SWMS until the job is complete or for two years if involved in a notifiable incident

  • Regardless of any other factor, the person in control of the workplace must review this SWMS at least annually.

Site-specific notes

Legislation and codes of practice

None listed.

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Foot Protection
  • Hearing Protection
  • High Visibility
  • Head Protection
  • Hand Protection
  • Protective Clothing
  • Sun Protection
  • Seat Belt

Job steps, hazards and controls

  • Work activity

    Working outdoors

    • Hazard

      Infection, Disease, Bites, Stings, Fatality

      Before controls4 Acute
      Controls

      • First Aid requirements:

        • Provision of first aid equipment

        • adequate Bites/Stings First Aid kit is available

        • Each worker must have access to the equipment

        • Workers have access to facilities for the administration of first aid

        • Ensure vaccinations (such as Hepatitis B, tetanus) offered for staff

        • people with known allergic responses should consult a doctor and ensure appropriate kit is available at all times (Including EpiPen - in date).

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisorto maintain awareness of weather conditions
      • Operatorto follow controls
    • Hazard

      Extreme weather

      Before controls3 High
      Controls

      • Check weather conditions – do not work in extreme conditions

      • Reschedule works to work in more moderate temperatures.

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisorto maintain awareness of weather conditions
      • Operatorto follow controls
    • Hazard

      Hyperthermia; Hypothermia

      Before controls3 High
      Controls

      • Workers trained to recognise the symptoms of hyperthermia and hypothermia

      • Hot conditions. Ensure:

        • Suitable protective clothing

        • Sun brim on hard hats

        • Safety glasses - UV rated

        • Use 30+ sunscreen on exposed skin

        • Adequate drinking water

        • Access to shade on breaks

        • Adequate breaks.

      • Cold conditions. Ensure:

        • Schedule warm-up breaks

        • Hold breaks inside

        • Dress warmly in layers

        • Stay dry (wet clothing chills the body rapidly)

        • Workers must get out of the cold as soon as they can if starting to feel symptoms

        • Alcohol, cigarettes, caffeine and certain medications increase susceptibility to cold.

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisorto maintain awareness of weather conditions
      • Operatorto follow controls

IR before controls · RR after controls1 LLow2 MModerate3 HHigh4 AAcute

Overall risk after controls2 MModeratethe highest rating after controls

13 more job steps, from Working alone to Emergency response

Each with its hazards, risk ratings and controls, plus your crew's sign-on.

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What it covers

14 job steps

  1. Working outdoorsProvide first aid for bites and stings and manage hot and cold conditions
  2. Working aloneStay in contact when working alone and use a buddy for high-risk tasks
  3. Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditionsPark safely, report to the site supervisor and check the site
  4. Work area set-upSet up exclusion zones and signs to keep people out of the work area
  5. EnvironmentControl noise, pollutants, spills and vehicle movement
  6. HousekeepingKeep the work area clean and clear to prevent slips and trips
  7. Manual tasksSchedule rest and breaks and provide lumbar support
  8. Attaching the mower to a tow vehicleCouple and uncouple the mower safely and check its guards
  9. Establish a communication system with ground workersSet up communication with ground workers before work starts
  10. Vehicle operation & mowingInspect the vehicle, mount it safely and mow with people kept clear
  11. Hydraulic equipmentAttach hydraulic equipment and lines safely
  12. RefuellingRefuel away from ignition sources and avoid contact with fuel
  13. On completionShut down, inspect the equipment and sign out
  14. Emergency responseCall 000, follow emergency procedures and give first aid

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