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SAFE WORK PROCEDURE – SWP 057 HERBICIDE SPRAY UNIT OPERATION
JULY 2015 DOC. NO. D15/223177
SWP 001 Key !OHS " Public Health and Safety # Environmental $ Quality Page 1 of 4
MORELAND CITY COUNCIL Operations Centre 7 -9 Walter Street Hadfield Vic 3046 Tel: 8311 4300
Approved by the Walter Street OHS committee
Date: September 2015
Operation Herbicide Spraying
Brief Description of Activity
This Safe Work Procedure contains risk control measures applicable to spraying of herbicide by Council personnel
Operator Skill Requirement
Unit Induction Certificate, Licence or Other Mandatory Qualification Required
Victorian Endorsed Driver’s Licence for Class of Vehicle
Safe Work Procedures and Risk Assessments to Be Read in Conjunction With This Safe Work Procedure
SWP 001 Driving Trucks; SWP 002 Towing Trailers; SWP 004 Working Outdoors; SWP 009 Noise SWP 011 Manual Handling; SWP 012 Traffic Control; SWP 056 Herbicide Preparation
Workplace Conditions Affecting Safety
Weather – rain, fog, icy conditions
Sun glare, high temperatures, strong winds and storms
Traffic density and movements
Incidents and Safety Alerts
Nil Personal Protective Equipment
Safety Sunglasses, High Visibility Vest, Safety Footwear, Protective Headwear, Protective Eyewear, Gloves, Hat, Sunscreen, Long trousers and long sleeved tops
SAFE WORK PROCEDURE – SWP 057 HERBICIDE SPRAY UNIT OPERATION
JULY 2015 DOC. NO. D15/223177
SWP 001 Key !OHS " Public Health and Safety # Environmental $ Quality Page 2 of 4
Check knapsack ! " #
Leak of herbicide Visual check that there are no holes or damage that could allow the herbicide to leak from the equipment. Ensure spray unit is in good order and functional including hoses and wand Return any damaged unit to the supervisor and get a replacement unit.
Decanting ! " #
Spill of herbicide Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet Refer to SWP 056 Herbicide Preparation Refer to SWP 011 Manual Handling Use correct container Use of appropriate gloves and a face shield as herbicide is at its strongest before mixing. Used premixed herbicide when available.
NOTE: ALL OPERATORS ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE RECORD LOG APPROVED BY DEPARTMENT OF PRIMARY INDUSTRY
Use of Herbicide Spray Unit ! " #
Spill of herbicide Spray drift
Do not spray if wind is likely to cause spray drift Do not spray if park is in use by people Wear appropriate clothing Place warning signs around the work area Ensure a ready supply of fresh water for first aid treatment Operators should alternate holding unit in left and right hands Place on ground when possible
Use of Herbicide Spray Backpack ! " #
Spill of herbicide Spray drift
Do not spray if wind is likely to cause spray drift Do not spray if park is in use by people Wear appropriate clothing Place warning signs around the work area Ensure a ready supply of fresh water for first aid treatment
SAFE WORK PROCEDURE – SWP 057 HERBICIDE SPRAY UNIT OPERATION
JULY 2015 DOC. NO. D15/223177
SWP 001 Key !OHS " Public Health and Safety # Environmental $ Quality Page 3 of 4
Spills ! " #
Contact with herbicide Inhaling of herbicide fumes
Clean any spill immediately using water and rags including correct disposal of rags
Spraying Muscle strains When working in teams alternate duties. Maximum of two hours to ensure different postures, movement and different muscles are being used. If working alone take a short break to stretch at approximately hourly intervals.
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SAFE WORK PROCEDURE – SWP 057 HERBICIDE SPRAY UNIT OPERATION
JULY 2015 DOC. NO. D15/223177
SWP 001 Key !OHS " Public Health and Safety # Environmental $ Quality Page 4 of 4
Litre backpack shown below should be worn on back, using both straps over shoulder.