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Telehandler

SWMS · SWMS-10380

  • 19 job steps
  • Version 9
  • Earthmoving & Mobile Plant
  • Reads on any phone

This Telehandler Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers hazards and controls associated with the operation of slewing and non-slewing telescopic handlers.

It covers 19 job steps, from planning, working alone and weather checks to site set-up, lifting and moving loads, changing attachments, fuelling, maintenance and emergency response.

It includes controls for high-risk construction work around mobile plant, fuel and electrical lines, traffic corridors and flammable atmospheres, and for overhead power lines, noise, fatigue and hydraulic leaks.

It suits construction companies, warehousing and logistics operators, agricultural enterprises and mining and resources businesses that operate telehandlers.

Preview of the Telehandler SWMS

Telehandler

SWMSVersion 9
Company doing the work
[Company]
Business contact and 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
—

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 PlantMobile plant movement
  • Gas MainsWork on or near pressurised gas distribution mains or piping
  • Hazardous LinesWork on or near chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines
  • Energised ElectricalWork on or near energised electrical installations or services
  • Traffic CorridorsWork carried out adjacent to a road, railway or shipping lane, traffic corridor
  • Hazardous AtmosphereWork in an area that may have a contaminated or flammable atmosphere

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.

Monitor/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

(add site-specific notes)

Legislation and codes of practice

None listed.

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Foot Protection
  • Hearing Protection
  • High Visibility
  • Head Protection
  • Seat Belt

Job steps, hazards and controls

  • Work activity

    Planning

    • Hazard

      Falling objects; Exclusion zone breach

      Before controls3 High
      Controls

      • Telehandler team requirements - assess the size and complexity of the work to be undertaken

      • Determine the Telehandler crew required for the task. Consider:

        • Number of operators, riggers and dogmen required (If using Telehandler as a crane)

        • Whether a trained safety observer is required for maintaining electrical exclusion zones

        • Whether a Telehandler coordinator should be appointed.

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisors
    • Hazard

      Unlicensed operator

      Before controls4 Acute
      Controls

      • All operators using public roads have the appropriate Driver's Licence

      • Operators hold a valid high-risk work licence for the type of Telehandler they are operating (Telehandler training should be compliant with AS.1418.19: 2007: Telehandlers, hoists and winches – telescopic handler).

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisors
    • Hazard

      Contact with electric overhead lines

      Before controls4 Acute
      Controls

      • Liaise with electrical entities where necessary regarding the supply of electricity and control measures for working around existing power supply (e.g. de-energising powerlines) including loading bays and site access.

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisors

IR before controls · RR after controls1 LLow2 MModerate3 HHigh4 AAcute

Overall risk after controls2 MModeratethe highest rating after controls

18 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

19 job steps

  1. PlanningPlan the crew, licences and power line liaison.
  2. Working aloneSet up check-ins and a buddy for working alone.
  3. Check weather conditions & prepareCheck the weather and prepare for heat and cold.
  4. Road travel to site & site operationInspect the telehandler and drive it safely to and around the site.
  5. Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditionsAssess the site on arrival and complete a JSA.
  6. Site set-upSet up exclusion zones, stable ground and power line clearances.
  7. EnvironmentControl noise, waste, fuel and other environmental impacts.
  8. HousekeepingKeep the area clean and mount and dismount the cab safely.
  9. Manual tasksManage fatigue, seating and lifting posture.
  10. Establish a communication protocolSet up communication with ground workers and other plant.
  11. Pre-lift assessmentCheck load charts, the load and wind limits before lifting.
  12. Lifting & moving loadsLift, move and place loads safely.
  13. Working outside the cabin near powered mobile plantStay clear of mobile plant, lasers and noise outside the cabin.
  14. Changing attachmentsChange attachments and hydraulic connections safely.
  15. Operations with hydraulic attachmentsUse hydraulic attachments only as intended.
  16. Fuelling the plantRefuel the plant safely.
  17. Onsite maintenanceSecure the plant for maintenance and deal with hydraulic leaks safely.
  18. On completionPark, shut down and secure the telehandler.
  19. Emergency responseRespond to emergencies and report incidents.

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