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    Safe Operating Procedure: Pinch Points

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    This document provides safety guidelines for operating equipment and identifies potential pinch points. It lists required personal protective equipment and instructs workers to complete a pre-start checklist, read manuals, and report any issues. The document identifies several potential hazards like overhead power lines, digging, falling objects, and traffic. It describes safety controls for pinch points like machine guarding, personal protective equipment, pre-work inspections, and staying in designated areas. Common causes of injuries from pinch points include inattention, loose clothing getting caught, and not following procedures.

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    This document provides safety guidelines for operating equipment and identifies potential pinch points. It lists required personal protective equipment and instructs workers to complete a pre-start checklist, read manuals, and report any issues. The document identifies several potential hazards like overhead power lines, digging, falling objects, and traffic. It describes safety controls for pinch points like machine guarding, personal protective equipment, pre-work inspections, and staying in designated areas. Common causes of injuries from pinch points include inattention, loose clothing getting caught, and not following procedures.

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    This document provides safety guidelines for operating equipment and identifies potential pinch points. It lists required personal protective equipment and instructs workers to complete a pre-start checklist, read manuals, and report any issues. The document identifies several potential hazards like overhead power lines, digging, falling objects, and traffic. It describes safety controls for pinch points like machine guarding, personal protective equipment, pre-work inspections, and staying in designated areas. Common causes of injuries from pinch points include inattention, loose clothing getting caught, and not following procedures.

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    Safe Operating Procedure: Pinch Points

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    This document provides safety guidelines for operating equipment and identifies potential pinch points. It lists required personal protective equipment and instructs workers to complete a pre-start checklist, read manuals, and report any issues. The document identifies several potential hazards like overhead power lines, digging, falling objects, and traffic. It describes safety controls for pinch points like machine guarding, personal protective equipment, pre-work inspections, and staying in designated areas. Common causes of injuries from pinch points include inattention, loose clothing getting caught, and not following procedures.

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    Safe Operating Procedure GRF Contracting Pty Ltd

    PPE Required PINCH POINTS

    General Safety Instructions


    •Complete pre-start checklist
    •Read Manufacturers Operation Manual
    •Report any faults or damage to GRF Contracting Pty Ltd
    •Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery
    •Do not operate equipment near pedestrians or people Risk Assessment
    •Do not operate without the appropriate PPE as detailed
    •Assess the immediate work area for any hazards
    •Do not operate equipment under the influence of drugs or alcohol
    •Control or eliminate all the risks associated with the hazards
    General Engine Safety •Hazards to check for that may require risk control-
    •Refuelling – Do not smoke, or introduce ignition source, always turn engine Overhead power lines Working at height
    off and allow engine to cool first, relieve fuel pressure by loosening cap Digging Falling objects
    slowly, wipe clean any fuel spills prior to re-start, If fuel spilled on clothes
    Confined space High Voltage
    change clothes, ensure cap is replaced & store fuel vessel away from work
    area Traffic & moving machinery Any stored energy
    Stored energy – air, hydraulic, electricity, pressure
    •Do not breathe fuel vapour & replace cap securely after fuelling
    •Do not operate engine without adequate ventilation
    •Beware of hot surfaces on engine & other parts

    General Guidelines Safety Controls for Pinch Points

    A Pinch Point is produced when 2 objects come together and there is a • Machine guarding: Verify all guarding is in place and effective
    possibility that a person could be caught or injured when coming in contact
    with that area. • Personal Protective Equipment: Heavy-duty leather gloves, metacarpal
    guards, forearm guards, etc. Note: Do not wear gloves around rotating
    Pinch points commonly impact fingers / hands, but can impact any area of machinery
    the Body.
    • Pre-work inspection: Identify potential pinch points before starting work
    The injury resulting from a pinch point could be as minor as a blister or as
    severe as amputation or death. • Stay in employee designated areas: Always make sure mobile equipment
    operators know your location
    Common Causes of Injuries from Pinch Points
    • Lockout / Tagout: Always verify the equipment is de-energized before
    • Not paying attention to the location of hands and feet starting any maintenance work

    • Walking or working in areas with mobile equipment and fixed structures • Alertness: Drowsiness leads to inattentive work habits and shortcuts

    • Loose clothing, hair or jewellery getting caught in rotating parts or • Operating manuals and work procedures: Always review these before
    equipment starting work; pinch points may also be identified in these documents

    • Poor condition of equipment and guarding

    • Dropping or carelessly handling materials or suspended loads

    • Not using the proper work procedures or tools

    • Reaching into moving equipment and machinery

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