Coates Truck Drivers Guide Final Lowres1-2014!03!04
Coates Truck Drivers Guide Final Lowres1-2014!03!04
Coates Truck Drivers Guide Final Lowres1-2014!03!04
DRIVERS
GUIDE
contents
Introduction 4
PART 1: CONTRACTOR SAFETY CHARTER 6
1. What does the Contractor Safety Charter mean to Coates Hire?
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2. Your Safety
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4. Safety Alerts
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9. Service Tags
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7. Steel Plates
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9. When to Winch
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PART 4: APPENDICES
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introduction
This Coates Hire Truck Drivers Guide contains the information required for all drivers who transport Coates Hire equipment. It
details the responsibilities of all Coates Hire drivers, which includes both the general transport safety and specific procedures for
the safe loading and unloading of Coates Hire equipment.
Coates Hire expects that all drivers, including those contracted by Coates Hire to transport equipment, follow the guidelines
outlined in this guide. This guide is to be carried in the cab of all vehicles that transport Coates Hire equipment. It will be
periodically reviewed and updated.
The Guide has a preface the Coates Hire Contractor Safety Charter which all contractors engaged by Coates Hire are required to
comply with. The Drivers Guide is divided into four parts:
Part 1: Contractor Safety Charter setting out our mutual responsibilities.
Part 2: Working with Coates Hire general duties
Part 3: Loading and Unloading Guide - details around transporting our equipment
Part 4: Appendices - Safe Work Method Statement and other data, including a summary of Safety Alerts.
If you have a question or suggestion for change in this document please talk to your BU Transport Manager or email: graham.
[email protected]
Effective management of safety and health is essential to mutual success of both our Contractors and Coates Hire. The Coates
Hire Contractor Safety Charter has been developed to enhance the safety and health expectations for our Contractors. We will
support our business partners and contractors in meeting our safety and health standards.
This Safety Charter outlines the behaviours we expect from our contractors and the behaviours our contractors can expect
from Coates Hire. This entails working together as partners in applying the standards in the best interests of our employees,
customers, contractors, visitors and the wider community.
By acknowledging this Charter, our contractors commit their support to the following:
to believe that nothing is more important than the safety, health and well-being of employees, contractors, visitors and the
surrounding community;
to integrate safety and health into business strategies, processes and performance measures, and to recognise that good
safety and health performance is good for business;
to provide an atmosphere that facilitates engagement and collaboration in developing, promoting and improving safety and
health;
to effectively manage safety and health risks by eliminating, minimising or controlling risks;
to extend safety and health efforts beyond the workplace, recognising and supporting related initiatives within the home
and community; and
to share information and best practices, with the goal of continuously improving safety and health strategies, and
performance.
Please communicate these expectations with your employees so they understand how this Charter impacts them, their job
and the way your organisation represents Coates Hire in their day to day operations. Coates Hire wants everyone to know it is
essential they work injury and incident free wherever they work with Coates Hire.
Leigh Ainsworth
CEO
PART 1 C
ONTRACTOR
SAFETY CHARTER
Being fit for duty alert, healthy and prepared for the driving task
e will not knowingly make or meet any demand or requirement that would cause us to breach road transport laws
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applying to our operations.
e will actively support the development of appropriate industry codes of conduct, charters of practice and safety
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guidelines for the purpose of promoting compliance with road transport and WHS laws. Coates Hire joined the National
Logistics Safety Code in 2012 and we encourage our major supply chain partners to do the same.
e will also ensure that we have in place suitable and adequate processes, programs, policies and training so that we
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comply with all relevant laws.
6. We recognise and accept that our obligations include:
Managing waiting and scheduling requirements to minimise the risk of driver fatigue and speeding.
Ensuring we use safe and fit for purpose vehicles that are appropriately designed, equipped and maintained
e recognise and accept that the safety of our employees and the public are key elements for meeting our obligations
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under this Charter.
e undertake to consult with our employees and customers to meet our obligations under chain of responsibility, road
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laws and WHS legislation to provide and maintain transport operations that are safe for all parties.
9. Coates Hire cares about the environment and has its management system and a growing number of sites accredited to
ISO14001. We expect our partners to share similar concern by taking steps to prevent pollution and minimise emissions,
waste and adverse impacts arising from your operations.
Competent only licensed, trained, qualified and authorised personnel to conduct work
Risk Assessments and JSEAs - are regularly conducted to identify, assess and control risks
and hazards
Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) tasks must have a suitable SWMS that is readily
available on site. In some cases Coates Hire will specify how equipment is to be operated or
loaded. Work must be conducted in compliance with the SWMS requirements
Incidents and Injuries incidents and injuries sustained must be reported to the site
manager and to your Coates Hire Contract Manager. Incidents must be investigated and
findings reported to Coates Hire, where required
Contractor Evaluation Processes Apart from the pre-qualification process these activities
include direct observation, random checks and formal audits.
Safety and Health Requirements do not override or interfere with safety and health
features or provisions and caution others not to override or interfere with safety devices or
practices
Substance Abuse no person may work if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. This
includes illicit drugs and prescription medicine that may compromise safety
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) PPE requirements applicable to a given task must
be adhered to
Fatigue Management manage the risks associated with fatigue in the workplace. Identify
factors that contribute to fatigue and discuss with your personnel, make changes as required
(including sleep patterns, workload, roster and lifestyle factors), and seek professional help if
necessary
Authorised Use only licensed, trained, qualified and authorised personnel are to use plant
and equipment.
Safe Plant and Equipment plant and equipment must be fit for purpose and comply with
applicable Standards and legislative requirements
Take steps to prevent spills and pollution or immediately remedy any releases, and control
waste
Environmental
Responsibility
When implementing and maintaining the Minimum Standards, consult applicable legal and other requirements
(including Acts, Regulations, Codes of Practice, Standards and Guidelines etc.)
There must be appropriate information, instruction, training, risk assesment and supervision provided when implementing
the Minimum Standards.
All contractor workers need to complete the Coates Hire Online Induction(s). Transport workers (who operate vehicles with
a GVM greater than 4.5 tonnes) must also complete the Transport Induction. Medium to large employers should provide
suitable resources to facilitate their workers completion of these inductions, this includes having a suitable computer
available.
The minimum standards are complemented by the Site Safety Rules near the end of this publication.
The Minimum Safety Standards have been developed around those activities that have historically contributed to incidents and
injuries at Coates Hire. The following table outlines the responses that will apply for non-conformance. These are applicable to
both the Head Contractor and/or the individual worker. The management of non-conformance is in part based on a just culture
philosophy.
Non-Conformance
The issuing of a Warning Notice for a violation to individual(s) and/or the contracting
company(s).
Warnings are verbal or written notices placing an individual(s) and/ or the contracting
company(s) on notice for a violation. Two warnings given in a three month period may
result in the automatic escalation of consequences to a suspension or breach.
Suspended from attending a nominated Coates Hire workplace(s) for a defined period
of time.
Suspension is the temporary measure of not allowing an individual(s) and/or
contracting company(s) the right to conduct work for Coates Hire or the non-issuing of
future jobs to an individual(s) and/or contracting company(s) for a defined period of
time. After remedial action (retraining or other action) the suspension may be lifted.
Response Level
Contract termination with the possibility of future restrictions on tendering work for
Coates Hire.
1.3 Feedback
If you have any suggestions to improve this Charter, or how safety can be improved please contact your Coates Hire contract
manager. We all have the responsibility to comply with this Charter and make it our way of doing business. If you feel Coates Hire
is not meeting its safety obligations please talk to your Coates Hire contract manager, i.e. the person who engaged your services.
PART 2 W
ORKING WITH
COATES HIRE
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Report to front office (or Transport Office) every time you attend a Coates Hire Branch
Present your Coates Hire Contractor Induction Card and or Transport Orange Book if requested
Take care for the health and safety of yourself and others
Co-operate with Coates Hire in the approach taken to protect the health and safety of employees, visitors and other workers
Safety boots
A neatly presented uniform - with high visibility yellow (or yellow safety vest) is required. Our safety standards and also
many of our major customers require long trousers and long sleeved shirts buttoned at the cuffs. (Some customer sites
may have differing special requirements).
Safety glasses to be worn at all times within Coates Hire yards, and as required by task demands
A safety helmet to be worn when conducting nominated tasks such as in crane operations, or as required by some
customers.
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Ensuring that you are fit for duty (which includes being well rested and not impaired by alcohol or drugs)
Wearing safety equipment that is appropriate to the customer site and the equipment involved
When you arrive at a Coates Hire Branch or a customer site you must report to the site office or site manager
It is also important that you act in a friendly, courteous and helpful manner to staff and customers and that you pass on any
customer feedback to your manager/supervisor or Coates Hire branch.
License number
Address
Phone
Insurer
Registration number
1.5 Spills
If a spill or release of fuel, oil or other hazardous substance occurs
STOP AND ASSESS
As a priority ensure the safety of yourself then others contact emergency services if a clean-up
is required. (eg oil on public road)
Assess the spill - Size? Substance? Is it Hazardous? Can or has the spill spread to land, watercourse
or drains?
Identify resources required ( PPE, Spill Kit or External Provider/ Emergency Services if spill large or
hazardous)
SECURE
PPE
CONTAIN
ABSORB
NOTIFY
Notify your Manager and the appropriate Coates Hire Branch. (Coates Hires HSEQ team will
determine if notification to regulatory authorities is required and will notify if necessary). If the
spill occurs on a customer site tell the site controller if the site is occupied. If the spill is contained
inside equipment notify the customer and the Coates
DISPOSE
Use disposal bags contained in your spill kit to collect waste for collection by approved hazardous
waste contractor
RE-STOCK
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2. Your Safety
2.1 Fatigue and Speed
Excessive time at the wheel and insufficient rest breaks can contribute to fatigue, speeding and accidents.
Coates Hire managers typically allocate jobs to drivers on a case-by-case, one-off manner, thus we have no ready knowledge of
what you will do that day, or what you have done over the previous day or week. No Coates Hire job is so urgent that you need to
break the law or work unsafely.
Therefore we expect that you DO NOT:
commence a Coates Hire job unless you are fit and rested
take on a job for Coates Hire that would put you in jeopardy of exceeding driving hours or speed legislation
attempt to carry loads beyond the safe and legal capacity of your vehicle or equipment
If you feel pressured or unable to complete a job as requested please ring your manager who should then negotiate a safe
alternative with Coates Hire.
Coates Hire has a random drug and alcohol testing program which could include testing of Drivers on our sites. Compliance with
this program is a condition of your engagement with Coates Hire.
The top five causes of road fatalities in Australia are speeding, drink driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue and driver distraction.
Too many drivers are being distracted by things such as mobile phones, sound systems, on-board DVDs and satellite navigation.
Using a handheld mobile while driving a heavy vehicle through a Coates Hire site, public road or customer site is illegal and
totally unacceptable. The use of hands-free mobile phones and navigation devices should be kept to an absolute minimum when
driving.
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Serviced regularly
Pre-trip inspections should be done each day or week depending on truck type and intensity of use.
Weekly driver checks of crane, winch, tailgate, hydraulic ramp, tilt tray, dogs and chains
The servicing and inspection record of the crane, winch, tailgate, hydraulic ramp, tilt tray, dogs and chains
Although this is a Coates Hire internal document all Contractors should have a similar process in place.
If a driver encounters a maintenance issue with their vehicle or trailers and associated equipment, the driver must take
immediate steps to have the problem resolved, including, if necessary, taking steps to have a mechanic attend on site to rectify
the issue. The driver should stop using the vehicle if use presents any danger. If a maintenance issue is likely to result in a driver
not meeting a scheduled delivery or pick up or other specified job, then the driver must contact Coates Hire immediately. A driver
must never ignore a maintenance issue, and certainly not on the grounds that it will interfere with a schedule.
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Fire extinguisher
Torch
Spill kit capable of absorbing 40 litres of oil or diesel etc. (e.g. Medium Truck Spill Kit by Global Spill Control or Enretech
ENR091 or similar)
Chocks/timber
PPE - (hard hat, safety glasses, yellow vest, gloves, safety footwear, ear muffs / plugs, wet weather gear)
It is your responsibility to ensure that all vehicle accessories are checked on a regular basis and that any used, damaged or lost
items are replaced.
In some instances where we service major projects additional vehicle specification requirements are imposed by the customer.
Discuss this with your Coates Hire business unit Transport Manager if use of additional specification equipped vehicles is
required.
4. Safety Alerts
Safety alerts are issued periodically by Coates Hire to communicate safety
issues and incidents which may be associated with an item, activity or
range of equipment. They may be displayed in the Coates Hire Branches
and may be distributed to drivers or contractors as required. Transport
related safety alerts are summarised at the end of this guide.
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Forklift
Actual legal requirements for High Risk work are complex and cover many other high risk work categories than listed above.
WHS Regulations relating to Truck Drivers holding the relevant licence to drive high risk equipment (listed above) on or off a
truck vary between states. Coates Hire will comply with all legal requirements related to high risk licencing (HRL). This includes
contract truck drivers.
All employee and contract drivers must have the appropriate HRL if required in their State/Territory.
In any event, the driver must:
have successfully completed the Coates Hire one day Plant and Equipment Awareness training course, or
have been successfully evaluated by a qualified Coates Hire Driver Evaluator [note: currently only exists in WA]
It is Coates Hires expectation that all truck drivers will comply with one of the above, within 6 months of the driver being
appointed.
Until the course/evaluation has been completed, a driver who considers themself competent to load or unload such high risk
equipment can sign the Mobile Plant Competency Declaration in the Transport Orange Book. They will be spotted during
each load/unload until two Random Safety Transport Checks are conducted on that equipment (and recorded in the Transport
Orange Book).
At customer sites where drivers dont meet the above criteria, the driver must seek assistance from a customer or other suitably
trained or HRL holder to load/unload the equipment; and conduct a Transport JSEA. If in doubt dont load/unload and seek
guidance from their Coates Hire Manager
Coates Hire Training Services also provide training in these licence classes, as well as the Advanced Loading/Unloading Course.
Phone 1300 657 867 Email: [email protected] Web: www.coateshire.com.au/training
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9. Service Tags
Various tags are used by Coates Hire to indicate the status of our equipment. These tags are important so take care that they
remain securely attached and never remove them unless authorised.
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Before Operating
Hire Plant
During Operation
CAUTION
Find a safe point to gain access - many trucks and trailers have steps or other
safe access.
Check the Spotting Poster to see if you are supposed to be spotting during
loading or unloading
Do a quick check of the machine and make sure the Pre-Hire Check tag is present.
Ensure controls are set for start-up and park brake is applied.
Report faults and hazards and ensure the equipment is tagged out if unsafe
L oading and transporting mobile plant involves significant hazards. Dont attempt this unless
you have been trained and you are confident you can operate safely.
Know the positions and understand the functions of all controls before attempting to operate a machine
Know the meaning of all identification symbols on the controls and gauges
Know the location of the emergency shutdown control if the machine is so equipped
speed
braking
steering
weight
gradability
Know the operational and transport dimensions of the machine to avoid inadvertently hitting something during operation or
transporting
Assess the site conditions before moving (Conduct a risk assessment or JSEA). Watch for:
Unstable ground
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Park in designated heavy vehicle parking areas on flat level ground. Place the machine in neutral, release all brakes to test if
the machine is stable and not moving, lower any implements and then firmly apply the parking brake
If parking in a non-designated area chose as level ground as possible, in a non-operational, non-thoroughfare area or as
instructed
On roadsides face the traffic rather than working with your back to it (see diagram below)
Use the appropriate flags, barriers, flares, lights and warning signals if you do have to park in a thoroughfare
Provide advance warning signals in the traffic lane to warn approaching traffic
When you have to park on a slope follow the above steps and:
Position the truck across the slope, rather than facing downhill, (provided there is no rollover risk due to excessive slope).
Steering wheels should be positioned to reduce the likelihood of rolling away
Make sure the truck is on a firm footing, and that there is no danger of sliding
Consider chocking wheels in both directions before leaving the immediate vicinity of the vehicle.
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Exempt sites will be listed on the Branch Safety and Environmental Board.
When you return to the branch hand the Transport JSEA to your Branch Manager with the Hire Schedule and any other
documents. Some customers may request a copy of the Transport JSEA or perhaps a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS). Part
3 of this guide contains a detailed SWMS. Coates Hire customers generally accept this as evidence of safe systems of work.
Briefly checking the machine on pick-up at a Branch and reporting to the Manager if the equipment is unsafe or not
functioning correctly
The safety of the public and other persons while loading, transporting and unloading equipment.
Ensuring the bottom portion of the Ready for Hire tag is removed and attached to the Hire Schedule / Hire Delivery
Docket when collecting a machine from a Branch
Ensuring completion of necessary documentation after delivery or pick up as requested, including the Transport JSEA
Starting the machine once it has been unloaded with the customer present. This is to occur irrespective of whether the
customer requires a demonstration or not. It is our final quality check
Showing the customer the location of machine logbooks and manuals (if applicable)
Recording any damage, missing accessories or malfunctioning equipment as seen by you or reported by our customer on
pick-up. This is done on the Hire Schedule, Pickup/Return Docket or Equipment Receipt. Take photos if possible.
Placing returned equipment in the designated equipment return area (separated from ready to hire equipment). Ensure PreHire Tag is removed
Being aware of and adhering to relevant procedures and instructions required by the particular site you are working on. If in
doubt, check with the site manager
Informing the site contact on delivery of equipment that high risk equipment can only be operated by the holder of a
certificate of competency issued under WHS legislation
You must also obtain the customers signature on the Hire Schedule, Hire Delivery Docket or equipment receipt in the space
provided for this purpose.
13.1 Spotting
Coates Hire expects certain loading/unloading operations to be Spotted. This means we assist by watching the load or unload
to add a layer of safety and warn the operator if something appears to be going wrong.
Always spot loading or unloading at Coates Hire sites during business:
Boomlifts
Scissor lift
Telehandlers
Excavators 11 tonne
Graders
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In addition if the driver is not inducted and does not have at least two Random Transport Safety checks we will spot the
following:
Skid steer
Barriers
Wheeled equipment
If the loading or unloading occurs at a customer site or Coates Hire Branch out of business hours try to have someone spot
the equipment if the above lists applies. A transport JSEA must be completed. If there is any doubt seek guidance from your
manager. (A few large sites may be exempted from Spotting due to other arrangements)
If you lose sight of the Spotter stop until you see the Spotter signals you to move.
If there anyone in the loading or exclusion area who should not be there, the driver must ask the person to move and stay clear
while the driver is loading and unloading equipment, or using heavy machinery generally. Refer also to the Safe Zones explained
at the end of this booklet.
Check the Spotting Poster to see if you are required to be Spotted during loading or unloading
Check the paperwork for what is to be loaded. Be sure to include any consumables listed
Locate the equipment and ensure that it has a completed Pre-Hire Check tag attached
Use a lifting device (e.g. Forklift) or ask for assistance if required to reduce manual handling risks
Record the details such as the asset number and hour metre reading on the Hire Schedule, Hire Delivery Docket or
Equipment Receipt
Note any substantial damage on the Hire Schedule, Hire Delivery Docket or Equipment Receipt.
Refuel the equipment (if applicable) take care not to over fill.
Record details such as the hour metre reading and fuel usage on the Hire Schedule, Pick Up/Return Docket or Equipment
Receipt
Affix an Out Of Service tag if applicable. This must be done if you notice a fault or problem or one is pointed out by
customer (if you do not have an Out of Service Tag available, notify Coates Hire management of the problem)
Remove Pre-Hire Check tag; check that paperwork is complete and hand it in.
Locate the equipment and check that the customer was happy with the equipment
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Advise the branch by phone if equipment is not ready for pick up (e.g. equipment still in use or pump & hoses still connected
and working).
Use manual or materials handling device (e.g. forklift) or ask for assistance if required
Bring any existing damages to the attention of the customer so they are aware that only charges for new damages apply to
them.
Unloading or loading on highways and freeways is risky. The best way to protect yourself from errant motorists is to do any
loading and unloading well away from passing traffic. Even stopping on the side of a roadway has risks.
Amazingly no-one was injured
when this car ploughed into a
Coates Hire truck which stopped
on the verge beside a 80km/hr
suburban road.
The impact destroyed the car and
tore off the near side passenger
door. Damage to the truck was
superficial.
As far as possible when unloading near roadways follow points above, and:
Maintain 9 meters separation from the nearest traffic lane for traffic speeds up to 90km/hr
Never put yourself or others at risk by working in live traffic lanes. It may be possible to offer other strategies to the customer
such as traffic crash attenuators, which are available from Coates Hire.
If you consider the risk too great talk to your manager, and dont do the job until risks are controlled.
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If equipment needs to enter Yellow Zone then a formally qualified Electrical Spotter needs to be used.
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PART 3 T
HE COATES HIRE
LOADING AND
UNLOADING
GUIDE
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Braking
Cornering
Road camber
The forces can be just as high at low speed as at high speed. The weight of the load on the vehicle cannot provide enough friction
to restrain it when it is subjected to the above forces. The load must be restrained to overcome the forces mentioned below
otherwise it will fall off or shift causing the vehicle to overturn.
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A long load should be carried on a vehicle with a suitable length body so there is no excessive overhang.
The load should not project from the front, sides or rear of a vehicle in such a manner that could cause danger to any person,
or damage to any property.
If a load projects beyond the rear of a vehicle it should be made conspicuous by fixing a warning flag
A load with a high centre of mass should be carried on a vehicle with a low platform height (e.g. drop frame trailer or low
loader).
The overall height of general access vehicles should not exceed 4.3 metres but must also comply with over-height
restrictions on local structures encountered en route.
Loose bulk material should be covered so that no part of the load can become dislodged from the vehicle or container on the
vehicle.
The vehicle manufacturers rated Gross Combination Mass (GCM) where applicable
The requirements for Mass (varies according to truck configurations shown above)
B-Doubles must keep to approved routes and may be 25 (or occasionally 26 metres long).
Be careful of drawbars across trailers and other protrusions which may breach these limits resulting in fines. These penalties may
also be applied to Drivers as well as Branch Managers, Loaders and Consigners.
The images below show two different sized vehicles carrying similar loads. The first shows the risk to safety by using a vehicle
which is too small.
Its centre of mass is as near as possible to the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle. This will reduce a vehicles tendency to
overturn when cornering, and can be achieved by loading heavy objects first and placing them close to the centreline of the
vehicle.
A load placed against a strong headboard or bulkhead is easier to restrain, but it could unbalance the vehicles weight
distribution. If there is too much weight over the steer axels it needs to be positioned further back on the vehicle for optimum
weight distribution. It will need effective restraint to prevent forward movement.
The load should also be arranged so that its centre of mass is as low as possible, although with mobile plant equipment it is
generally not possible to modify its centre of gravity. Booms and jibs should be arranged to be as low as possible.
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5. Clearly tag any defective chain links or fittings to show that it has been rejected and withdraw it from service
6. Ensure that the restraint is protected from any sharp corners on the load
7. Avoid the possibility of damaging restraints when lowering loads by ensuring the load doesnt land on or drive
over them.
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suitable for lifting or winching applications. If the chain or cable slackens the hooks are likely to disconnect!
11. Winch cable not crushed; no broken strands; no bird caging and eye ends undamaged.
Hook with safety latch allows
positive connection.
Some hand ratchet winches have mechanisms which allow them to be tensioned more
effectively and consistently than many fixed winches.
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The ratchet binder above is designed to eliminate the kick back possible when releasing the fixed lever dog.
The turnbuckle, ratchet binder and pivoting handle dog are fitted with winged grab hooks. These are engineered to protect
the links and spread the load so the chain does not need to be de-rated.
The load binder fitted with claw hooks weaken the chain and may eventually cause its failure
Turnbuckles are most suitable for tensioning chains which are attached directly to the load and where a high-strength rating
is required.
Both types of grab hooks should not be used in winching or lifting applications always used a hook with safety latch or
rated d-shackle to ensure positive (captive) connection.
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Applying additional vertical lashings at each wheel. The lashings should have a manufacturers rating of at least half the
weight of the load and should be fully tensioned
Removing wheels where appropriate (this will also prevent blocking timbers becoming dislodged from flexing of the
transport vehicle).
Where the mobile equipment is wider than 2.5 metres, use a widening-deck low loader, outriggers or extensions for maximum
support. The vehicles loading deck must support at least 75% of the normal contact area of equipment, tyres or tracks. Any
unsupported tyre or track should not project more than 150mm beyond the vehicle deck or extension.
Use the lugs or lashings points provided by manufacturers on vehicles and equipment to secure them for transport. Avoid using a
single chain passed through a single lashing point as explained in the following diagrams.
All equipment should be secured by at least 4 independent tie down points. In the tracked equipment diagrams above a single
shared anchorage point (tow-pin) is used. If the pin fails this dozer would be lost.
The main body of this excavator has 4 independent tie downs attached to 4 independent tie down points.
Ancillary equipment is also secured.
In the excavator photo we have 4 completely independent tie downs and this should apply to all large equipment, including
portable buildings. Be diligent about ensuring attachments such as the excavator bucket are properly attached, i.e. no quick-hitch
pins missing. Note the restraint of the secondary blade and other buckets. The boom/main bucket in this example was also tied
down. More information on restraining tracked vehicles can be found in Section E of the Load Restraint Guide.
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This will meet the G force requirements and ensure loads stay put during extremes of cornering, braking, acceleration and
upward forces from speed humps etc.
Lashings must be angled at less than 60 degrees to the appropriate direction of movement, or their load capacity will diminish.
For example, to restrain a weight of 4 tonne (see above diagram) the following is required:
in the forward direction, two chains (C & D) which are angled at 60 degrees or less to the rearward direction each with a
lashing capacity of 4 tonnes
in the sideways direction, two chains (B & C or A & D) which are angled at 60 degrees or less to the sideways direction each
with a minimum lashing capacity of 2 tonnes
in the rearward direction, two chains (A & B) which are angled at 60 degrees or less to the forward direction each with a
lashing capacity of 2 tonnes.
300 kg
25 mm webbing
250 kg
35 mm webbing
1.0 tonne
50 mm webbing
2.0 tonnes
CHAIN
2.3 tonnes
1.7 tonnes
3.0 tonnes
2.3 tonnes
8 mm transport chain
4.0 tonnes
3.0 tonnes
10 mm transport chain
6.0 tonnes
4.5 tonnes
13 mm transport chain
9.0 tonnes
6.7 tonnes
13 mm Grade T chain
10.0 tonnes
7.5 tonnes
16 mm Grade T chain
16.0 tonnes
12.0 tonnes
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Position it facing forwards or rearwards on the vehicle, subject to correct weight distribution.
Prevent forward movement by butting the machine frame against the trailer headboard, (if weight distribution allows), and
by adequate lashings onto the rear anchor points
Prevent rearward movement by the use of diagonal lashings onto the forward anchor points
Prevent articulation of the machine by engaging the locking mechanism, and ensuring that the controls have been operated
with the engine off, to relieve all hydraulic pressure.
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In addition:
Winching only points (not lifting) are white you might find these on some scissor lifts
Combination winching, lifting and tie down points are green and yellow
7. Steel Plates
Steel plates are tricky to load and transport. Single plates must always be placed on dunnage to increase friction and also to
provide better bite for more effective load restraint. Multiple sheets must have interleaved dunnage.
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9. When to Winch
Where mobile equipment is being loaded onto tilt-tray trucks we expect a winch to be used during loading and unloading in most
circumstances. This is an essential requirement for all Coates Hire sites and must also be followed on customer sites and other
places when picking up or delivering our equipment.
There are five variations on this technique:
Technique
Application
Crane Only
These various approaches are shown in the Coates Hire Transport Video series. The various techniques are only suitable if:
The driver has a radio remote operated winch and is highly proficient in its operation
The winch and associated equipment are rated for the task this means if you have an 8 tonne rated winch the slings must
also be rated to 8 tonnes and the load mass does not exceed the winches working load limit.
Winch ropes need to be checked regularly. Refer to Silver Service help sheet 104.
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Whilst safe to use on a level surface these style of EWPs are not necessarily designed to be driven up or down steep slopes
such as ramps or steep driveways
For example 100% gradeability is a 45 slope but 20% gradeability is a 1:20 gradient or 15angle
Max Extended Operation on incline in this example is 3 due to stability being compromised by slope
Never operate unless outriggers are fully extended short legging is dangerous!
Except on concrete or very hard sealed surfaces packing should be placed under outriggers to distribute load
Look for signs of underground services or recent back filling which could affect stability
Look up and live! Look for overhead power lines and other hazards refer page 23
Use three points of contact and take great care when climbing onto trucks to attach slings or load restraints
People should not get within 3 metres of any load suspended on a crane and for each metre of lift add one metre to the
separation distance. Drivers can increase their separation from suspended loads by using a tag line.
The crane and associated equipment must be rated for the load and task.
If the truck has to be frequently relocated during a delivery or pickup, the crane outriggers must be fully stowed away and
the crane Jib lowered to a height no greater than the normal stowed height of the crane and placed within the dimensions of
the truck.
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The VLC must be well maintained and in good condition and have an annual compliance test. This test must include
thorough inspection and a validation that the crane can meet its rated working load limit. These findings must be written on
a test certificate and kept in the truck and shown to Coates Hire when requested.
The crane and outriggers must be fully stowed and secured before leaving the site.
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Note: Compatibility and segregation issues arise when different classes of DGs
are carried in the same load.
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Example of positive
(captive) connection
of restraint to subframe of portable
building.
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Unsafe (non-captive
connection). If chain
becomes slack hook
could disengage.
Shipping containers must only be transported by trucks/trailers fitted with twist locks
When carrying shipping containers Branches (as the consignor) should complete and provide a Container Weight Declaration.
Road traffic authorities may intercept movements and demand to see these - so its essential to carry the declaration. The
weight declaration is aimed at keeping transporters safe by providing an accurate statement of the container and its load.
Note that some specialised Coates Hire equipment is permanently mounted in enclosures that look like a shipping container but
if the equipment is permanently mounted and the container significantly modified then it is NOT classed as a shipping container
and a Container Weight Declaration is not required. Irrespective of these matters legal weight restrictions must be complied with
at all times.
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PART 4 APPENDICES
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Denotes a fatality as a
result of the hazard.
0.1 You must be fully conversant with all current information on the safe use and
operation of the delivery vehicle you drive and the plant and equipment you are
required to operate (e.g. vehicle winch, vehicle crane, tilt tray etc. as well as and any
plant and equipment that you are loading or unloading which you may be required
to start and operate). This information is contained in:
(i) The Coates Hire Truck Drivers Guide.
(ii) The truck driver loading videos (on our website)
(iii) The Operating and Safety Instructions for the vehicle you are driving.
(iv) The Operating and Safety Instructions for the equipment being transported.
(v) Any Safety Alerts, Bulletins, Directives and Hazard Information which have been
issued for the delivery vehicle or model or type of equipment being transported.
(vi) Any Other Supplementary Information that may be issued from time to time.
0.2 Ensure that the destination you are to load/unload plant and equipment is
appropriate for the task including:
(i) Suitably firm ground to suit the vehicle and load, especially tilt trays.
(ii) Suitable means of loading/unloading plant and equipment e.g. availability of
a crane or a forklift, or a purpose built unloading bay, ramp or dock when loading/
unloading flatbed vehicles etc.
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Only authorised, trained and competent persons are to disconnect the output
leads.
Gensets found to have output leads with exposed uninsulated tails must
not be started. As fitted, driver to turn the main switch (circuit breaker) and
battery isolator OFF and securely attach a Danger Do Not Operate tag to
the generator control panel before the genset leaves your control.
Do not tie Out of Service or Danger Do Not Operate tags to the start or
ignition keys as the tag can flap around in the wind and pull the key out of the
start or ignition switch and get lost in transit.
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(iv) When loading/unloading plant and equipment, the following is not permitted:
a. Driving or winching plant from one truck or trailer to another via ramps.
Link: Coates Hire Safety Alert No. 57 : Fatality caused by an EWP falling off ramps
b. Driving or winching plant between a truck and an unhitched trailer (or vice
versa).
c. Driving or winching plant from one truck or trailer to another of unequal tray
height.
(v) Loading and unloading plant between one truck or trailer and another is not
permitted
2.5 Ice on road and the changing weight distribution when loading/unloading
causing vehicle to slide out of control downhill into a ditch, other parked vehicles
etc:
Check weather forecast/road conditions and exercise caution during inclement
weather.
Hazards when driving MEWPs over unfamiliar terrain:
2.6 The wheel load of an MEWP can cause the sudden collapse of underground
services and/or the wheels to drop into hidden voids resulting in the MEWP tipping
over and/or catapulting or ejecting the operator from the platform.
Ref. WA Incident, Dec 2010
(i) Prior to driving an MEWP, ensure that the terrain to be driven on is stable and
capable of supporting the wheel load of the MEWP in question. Note that because
of the extremely heavy counterweight on boom type MEWPs, they tend to have
very high wheel loads!
(ii) Closely inspect the ground to be driven over, including consultation with the
relevant site authority to ascertain the location of no go areas especially soft
uncompacted ground and areas with underground voids, drains, pits and services
etc. (view site plans/drawings etc.).
(iii) Never drive slab terrain MEWPs on rough terrain ground.
(iv) Restrain yourself by wearing a safety harness in Boom type MEWPs.
(v) When travelling in a boom type MEWP, try to keep the boom retracted and the
basket low to the ground this reduces the boom leverage and minimises any
catapulting effect.
Link: Coates Safety Alert No. 64: Wheel of Boom type MEWP which dropped
suddenly into an unseen void causing a fatality.
Hazards when Loading/Unloading Rollers:
2.7 Roller drum can lose traction and slip sideways when loading up a wet ramp or
slippery surface causing the roller to slip off the ramp and the roller to roll over.
Take care when driving up a wet ramp or slippery surface. Keep personnel clear.
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Link: See Coates Safety Alert No. 59: Positive Connection of Winch Cables to
Towed Equipment.
2.14 Square or rectangular section wheel chocks can become lethal projectiles when
winching mobile or trailer mounted equipment:
NSW Incident, June 2009
When using wheel chocks, use only chocks which are contoured to the tyre
diameter.
When winching DO NOT place square or rectangular blocks made from timber,
composite or steel etc. in front of or behind the wheels of the equipment being
winched e.g. to align steering etc. or to take the weight of the machine.
The force applied to the corners of the block(s) can cause the block(s) to suddenly
and explosively eject and become extremely dangerous and potentially lethal
projectile(s) and cause serious head or body injury, death or property damage.
Link: See also diagram on the Air Compressors, Diesel, Trailer Mounted Hazard
Information Sheet on Coates Hire intranet.
3. Loading
Hazards when Loading Flat Steel, Shoring Box panels and Steel Road Plates:
3.1 Steel shifting and sliding off vehicle:
Place thin strips of timber between flat steel panels.
Link: See also Coates Safety Alert No. 17.
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4. Manual Handling
5. Driving to Destination
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Never driver with Crane Jibs extended. Check roofs of portable buildings and shipping
containers for foreign objects/lengths of timber etc.
Hazards when Transporting Elevating Work Platforms:
5.3 Plant elevating while being transported and colliding with bridges, overhangs,
structures etc:
Ignition/master switch and battery isolator (if fitted) for the plant being
transported to be in the off position when loaded.
5.4 Booms Breakage of turret slew ring teeth, slew motor teeth and slew motor
mounting bolts:
Prior to transporting the boom, fit the turntable lock pin or turntable latching
device to prevent the boom turret from moving (and stressing/breaking these
components) during transport. UPON DELIVERY, REMEMBER TO REMOVE THE
SLEW LOCKPIN OR LATCHING DEVICE so the turntable can slew. If you do not
remove the slew lock pin, the boom turret cannot slew and may cause operators
unfamiliar with the machine to incorrectly think the boom is faulty and has broken
down and result in an unnecessary breakdown call-out.
Link: See also Help Sheet No.21 on Coates Hire intranet.
Hazards when Towing Trailers:
5.5 Trailer fish-tailing and rolling over:
(i) Drive vehicle at appropriate speed (max 80 km/hr) to prevent trailer fish-tailing.
(ii) Reduce speed when cornering especially on gravel roads.
6. Arrival On-Site
7. Other
Other Hazards:
7.1 Driver fatigue, microsleeps:
If tired, driver to pull over and recover. Remember the motto Drive, Revive, Survive.
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S2.1 Winch failure causing equipment to slide down or off an inclined tray, loading
ramps or the bed of the truck in an uncontrolled manner:
(i) Prior to loading equipment and before winching commences, correctly position
plant and equipment to be winched squarely behind the tray or loading ramps.
(ii) Winching must not commence unless the operator is satisfied that the
equipment can be winched safely taking into consideration:
The width of the equipment (is there a risk of it falling off the side of the tray
or the bed of the truck while being loaded etc.).
The weather (is it about to rain, will a wet tray affect traction etc?).
The ground conditions (is the tilt tray on solid firm level ground, is surface
slippery, gravel etc?).
(iii) Winch ropes and chains must only be connected to the equipments designated
winching points, not tie down or lifting points (unless the tie down and lifting
points have also been specifically designed for winching purposes).
Note: Some winching points may be winching points only i.e. not designed to
be used as a winch and a tie down point e.g. some Genie Telehandlers etc.
(iv) Where possible the winch cable should be connected to the equipment by way
of chains fitted with safety latches.
(v) The equipment must be aligned parallel to the tilting tray prior to the equipment
being winched on or off the tilting tray.
(vi) Unless otherwise stated on this SWMS always operate the winch from the
ground when using a remote controlled or radio controlled winch.
(vii) There MUST be zero slack in the ropes/chains during the winching process.
(viii) The winch cable and chains must not be disconnected:
while the tray is inclined.
without chocking the wheels or positively restraining the equipment (if not
equipped with a handbrake).
(ix) When winching steered plant, ensure all wheels are pointing straight ahead and
the side of the equipment being winched is aligned parallel with the side of the tray.
(x) Do not join equipment together and winch more than one item of equipment at
a time either in parallel or in series (daisy chain).
Note: that winching points are designed to carry the weight of the equipment
being winched not one or more items of equipment trailing behind.
(xi) Where the control measures of this SWMS allow you to drive and winch the
equipment at the same time you must not exit the equipment while it is being
winched.
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(xii) During the winching process, if the equipment starts to veer to one side, it
should be lowered back down, squared up and re-winched.
(xiii) When unloading, ensure the winch is engaged and in gear before inclining
the tilting tray - if the winch is in free-wheel mode the equipment will slide out of
control down the tray.
To ensure the winch is engaged, lightly tension the winch cable (attached to the
equipment) to visually prove winch engagement i.e. see the engaged winch
taking the slack out of the winch cable.
Note: When proving winch engagement ensure you only apply light tension on
the winch cable do not apply maximum tension to loosen the front tie down
chains as this can severely weaken or break the winching point especially bolted
winching points - these bolts have been known to break causing the equipment
to slide uncontrollably down and off the tilt tray.
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Before you disengage the winch or remove the winch cables from the equipment
being winched.
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Before you manoeuvre or adjust the position of any item of plant or equipment on
the tilting tray e.g. retract the drawbar of trailed equipment, slew the backhoe or
excavator arms, fold a boom type elevating work platform fly boom, or tuck the
basket under the boom of a boom type elevating work platform etc.
Note: The tucking under of baskets must NEVER occur with the tray inclined
and an operator in the basket.
Before you apply any downward force onto the tilting tray floor from the
equipments buckets, stabilisers, outriggers etc.
Before you correctly secure the load using appropriate load restraints on the
designated tie down locations.
Method of Loading:
#1: Operator driving the above equipment onto a non-sliding tilt tray with a radio
remote controlled winch, or using an assistant to operate a manual winch.
Control Measures:
Skid steer loaders and track mounted excavators can be singlehandedly driven on
and off a non-sliding tilt tray (with the operator operating the machine and wearing a
seat belt etc.) as follows:
with the operator driving the above equipment and operating the radio remote
control winch; or
with the operator driving the above equip with the help of an assistant
operating a manual winch
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Method of Loading:
#2: Operator driving the above equipment onto a non-sliding tilt tray without a
radio remote controlled winch, and where an assistant is not available to operate
the manual winch.
If the non-sliding tilt tray is not fitted with a radio remote control winch and an
assistant to operate a manual winch is not available, skid steer loaders and track
mounted excavators can be singlehandedly driven on and off a non-sliding tilt tray
with the operator operating the machine and wearing a seat belt etc. without the
use of a winch or an assistant provided the following control measures below are
complied with.
Control Measures:
(i) The equipment must have the gradeability to be driven up the incline of the
tilting tray (without a winch) because, most importantly it must have the braking
efficiency to hold itself on the inclined tray with zero creep or slippage should the
winch fail.
(ii) The equipment to be loaded must be in safe operational working order in
particular its braking ability.
(iii) The operator must ascertain the use and operation of the brakes and the
braking ability of the equipment before climbing onto or exiting the machine to
drive it on or off the inclined tilting tray i.e. the machine must not show any signs
of slip or creep.
(iv) Both the surface of the tilting tray and the tyres/tracks of the equipment being
driven on or off the tilting tray must be clean and dry so there is no risk of the
machine slipping or loosing traction.
(v) All Winching and General Control Measures when loading, unloading and
winching as detailed in S2.1 and S2.2 must be adhered to.
(vi) The equipment must only be loaded and unloaded by an operator who is trained
and competent in this method of loading.
(vii) In addition to the controls above, skid steer loaders must only be loaded onto
non-sliding tilt trays if the following control measures are complied with:
The loader must only be loaded and unloaded when fitted with its bucket;
The inclined non-sliding tilt tray must have a safety (catcher) chain in place
with zero slack across the width of the tilt tray this is a safety measure to
catch the skid steer loader in the event of brake failure or the loader sliding
uncontrollably down the inclined tray;
The loader must be driven up the inclined tray in reverse (past the safety
[catcher] chain) with the bottom of the bucket sitting flat against the tray of
the tilt tray before the operator exits the loader - this is so the safety (catcher)
chain can catch the machine in the event of loss of control or braking;
(viii) Skid steer loaders and track mounted excavators must only be loaded and
unloaded by an operator who is trained and competent in this method of loading.
Link: See also Coates Hire Help Sheet No. 13: Use of a Safety Catcher Chain when
loading skid steer loaders.
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References:
Don Diery, Safety Manager, Coates West.
Disclaimer: In fulfilment of its statutory obligations, the Company has taken what it considers to be all reasonable precautions and exercised due diligence to ensure that it has
provided all relevant information on the safe use of the plant. However, except as required by law and only to the extent so required, the Company does not make any representation,
warranty or undertaking, express or implied, as to, or accept any responsibility or liability for, the accuracy or completeness of, or any errors in or omissions from, this Safe Work Method
Statement.
Except as required by law and only to the extent so required, neither the Company nor any of its respective directors, officers, agents, or employees shall in any way be liable directly or
indirectly to any person or body for any loss or damages, costs or expenses whatever arising out of or in connection with the information contained in this Safe Work Method Statement.
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Use winch when loading and unloading mobile plant on tilt trays.
If seat belts are fitted to a machine they must be worn during loading/unloading. Full harnesses are required in boom type
elevating work platforms.
Alert 2013-02-05t
Reminder on proper application of load restraints with common errors highlighted.
Alert 73t
Plastic road barriers fell from truck injuring driver. During loading and unloading always
stay out of No-go zones, particularly when forklifts are involved, or other mobile plant.
Alert 72t
Some boom lifts and telehandlers are equipped with all wheel steer. There are three
modes; conventional steering by 1 axle; crab where all wheels point in the same direction
and finally reverse where front axle point in opposite direction to back axel. While this
provides fantastic manoeuvrability in the field it is highly risky during unloading or
loading if the non-conventional steering modes have been left on. On many machines
the centre position of the steering mode selector is normal. If in doubt test before you
travel the machine.
Alert 71t
A cleaner on a customer site was injured when she stepped into a trailer mounted toilet which tipped over onto her. Its
essential the stabiliser legs are deployed before they are used. Normally customers are responsible for final set up. However
if Drivers are required to install portables ensure they are fully deployed. Clarify with customer if there is any uncertainty.
Warning stickers have been added inform users.
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With the removable drawbar/combination tow hitch in place, when the tilt tray is tilted
the underside of the combination tow hitch contacts the ground, stressing the bolts.
Over time the four bolts attaching the combination tow hitch to the drawbar fatigued
and eventually broke.
Alert 64
This EWP was travelling at full extension and one wheel broke through an underground
void - one operator was killed.
Lower and retract the basket when travelling long distances or over unfamiliar
ground
Alert 63
A 50mm hose burst while attached to a 900CFM air compressor.
Check all surfaces for items that could dislodge and either remove them or suitably
restrain them.
Alert 61
A driver in Indonesia was burnt when he disconnected a hose from a large water pump.
The inlet hose had been out of the water allowing residual water in the pump to
overheat.
Prior to disconnecting running or hot pumps allow water to run through pump to
cool it.
Ideally pump should automatically shut down when it runs out of water.
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Always use a very secure and reliable attachment such as large hook with safety
latch or Rated D-shackle.
Alert 58
A Niftylift 120T Trailer Mounted Boom rolled over whilst being towed.
Axles must be fully extended and locked for towing. Failure to do this makes the
unit unstable
Alert 57
A Boom type EWP fell off they tray as they attempted a transfer between trucks using
loading ramps. A ramp collapsed due to ineffective engagement to the other truck
resulting in a fatality.
Driving or winching mobile plant from one truck or trailer to another via ramps is not
permitted!!
Alert 52
Someone towed a trailer without releasing the parking brake. The wheels were
ground away.
Release the parking brake and inspect the rig from time to time.
Alert 49
The winch let go on a tilt ray during unloading resulting in a run-away EWP.
Alert 48
Stay in a safe area when equipment is being loaded by forklift. This small forklift fell off
a larger forklift and luckily did not fall to the ground or injure anyone.
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If a driver safety zone exists stay in it, otherwise Stay clear of the danger zone ie
Dont stay on the opposite side to where the load is being placed.
Safety zones are typically beside the cabin, protected by barriers and visible to the
loading staff.
Understand the load restraint guide and make sure your restraints match up to the
size and weight of the load.
Alert 45
This is a result of attempting to load a truck on soft unstable ground.
Understand the load restraint guide and make sure your restraints match up to the
size and weight of your load.
If stabilisers are fitted always use them and add extra packing if ground is soft
Alert 44
This is a result of not properly engaging winch before tilting the tray.
Leave the restraints on the second unit until it is securely attached to the winch.
Alert 41
Beware of worn and damaged lifting brackets. These were noticed on Ingersoll-Rand
P130WD (130cfm) Air Compressors.
Dont use obviously damaged lifting or tie down points tag them out and have
them repaired.
Alert 39
Lifting Bracket Failure on Dynapac LH700 Plate Compactor.
Dont use obviously damaged lifting or tie down points tag them out and have
them repaired.
Inspect tie down and lifting brackets before each use and during scheduled servicing.
Alert 38
Using Tilt Trays.
Be a competent operator.
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Drivers must check for hard wired cables still connected to the generator. Tag them
out if found.
Alert 33
An AEVM Hi-Lite 4000 Lighting Tower became completely detached from the towball of
a delivery vehicle, broke the safety chain and careered off the side of a road. No one was
injured.
Alert 27
An employee was injured when a forklift slid off the back of a tilt tray truck during unloading.
Drivers must ensure that when loading and unloading equipment on tilt the winch cable must always be connected to the
equipment.
Never attempt to load or unload equipment with the winch cable disconnected.
Exceptions:
Some mobile equipment (eg track mounted crawler booms, excavators and skid steer loaders) cannot be free wheeled and
may not be able to be winched onto tilt trays. These machines may be carefully driven onto tilt trays providing the machines
gradeability is not exceeded, the tray surface provides adequate traction and is clean, free of grease, oil, ice or loose material
etc and the machines brake system is in good working order.
Alert 23
An employee placed this lighting tower onto a truck successfully with a forklift, then
attempted to manually rotate the tower 900 using the drawbar, and losing control in the
process.
Large equipment (especially trailer mounted) should not be moved around on the truck/
trailer tray by hand after the forklift or crane has been detached from the equipment.
As soon as practicable after loading the equipment onto the truck/trailer, secure the
load with tie down straps, transport chains, rope etc.
Alert 22
An operator of JLG 600AJ Knuckle Boom was telescoping the boom out to access pipe
work. As he approached the pipe work he released the tele out toggle switch but the
boom continued to extend until the operators back was between the pipe work and
the control panel in the basket. He took his foot of the deadmans switch stopping the
telescoping and preventing any injury.
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This particular model was fitted with a weather cover to protect controls and this
should be closed after each use to protect switches from weather.
The safety alert details modifications specified in JLG Service Bulletin requiring single centre hoop style D to be replaced
with corner D rings.
Alert 19
A large skid mounted machine (generator) slid off the back of a tilt tray in an uncontrolled manner when it was being unloaded.
All personnel/bystanders must be kept clear of the unloading area. Where necessary, cordon off the area to prevent
pedestrian access.
If the equipment cannot be unloaded safely with the tilt tray, arrange for alternative unloading methods e.g. crane or forklift.
When unloading equipment with the winch, the winch cable should, where possible be connected to the equipment by way of
chains fitted with safety latches. Never attempt to unload skid mounted equipment with the winch cable disconnected.
If the equipment will not slide down the inclined tray and the tray needs to be rocked (moving the tray backwards and
forwards) to get the equipment to move, only slacken the winch cable enough (max. 450mm) to allow the equipment to
start moving, ensuring the chain hooks do not disengage from the equipment.
When the equipment slides down the tray it will normally stop when it touches the ground leaving part of the equipment
still on the tray. To continue unloading, disconnect the chains from the equipment then raise the end of the tray a
minimum distance off the ground to allow clearance and slowly drive the truck forward until the tray is clear of the
equipment.
Driving away with the end of the tray raised excessively may damage the equipment.
Alert 18
A driver failed to set the brake override locking lever fitted to the tow hitch of a trailer
mounted compressor in the reversing position before he reversed down an incline. This
made the top leaf of both suspension springs to fold completely over and other
substantial damage.
Alert 17
When unloading MP40 Shoring Box Panels they shifted and fell off the side of the truck,
along with the driver who was injured.
Position load binders so they can be attached, tightened and released while
standing on the ground.
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Where practicable, avoid walking on a vehicles tray (tilt or flat), do as much work as possible from the ground e.g.
attaching transport chains etc.
If you do have to get onto a vehicles tray, check it for any slippery areas caused by spilt fuel, oil etc or loose sand, dirt or
gravel. Clean this up where possible, or avoid walking on affected areas.
Maintain a 3 point contact when climbing on or off the tray or any plant loaded on the tray.
Alert 10
A Knuckle Boom was found with badly broken supports under the basket platform. Free
movement during transport may have caused this.
At pre-hire inspect raise platform and check structure for cracks or damage.
Particular attention should be paid to other JLG 450AJ Knuckle Booms as they may
have suffered similar damage.
These machines must only be transported per the manufacturers instructions/tiedown diagrams only (no excuses).
Alert 2.1
A Genie Z45/22 knuckle boom (13.7m) was then lowered until the basket was approx 2m off the ground, then telescoped out
to maximum outreach (the most unstable position the boom can be in) the boom tipped causing the basket to drop 2m and
make contact with the ground.
Loose and out of alignment microswitch were a contributing factor and the manufacturer determined some engineering
improvements.
Alert 1.2
A dingo was returned with a trenching attachment attached but not properly secured.
As the Dingos lift arms were fully raised the trenching attachment fell off onto the
operators platform, narrowly missing the worker.
Check attachments on any machines are correctly pinned/attached before raising lift
arms, especially when returned from hire - if the customer may not have correctly
connected the attachment.
Trailers and even the rear of light vehicles can be lifted off the ground when loading
these devices onto trailers always have trailer attached to vehicle and prop the rear
of the trailer to stop excessive pivoting.
The above summaries are for highlights only ask your branch manager, your supervisor or consult our DVD for more information.
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13. N
ot smoke on site except in designated areas where
provided.
14. P
romptly report all injuries, safety or environmental
incidents and/or concerns, including Near Hits,
immediately to a Coates Hire manager/supervisor
4. E
nsure you are wearing the following Australian Standards
approved (where applicable), personal protective clothing &
equipment (i.e. PPE) at all times;
15. P
roduce your Coates Hire Induction Card upon request at
any time. (If you are not an approved contractor or not
inducted you must be directly supervised by a Coates Hire
employee, nominated by the branch manager, at all times
whilst loading/unloading).
4. C
omplete a Transport JSEA or use a customer supplied
Spotter when attending a customer site or loading/
unloading out of hours
5. P
osition the load correctly on the truck and ensure it is
within the trucks capacity
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heck and note the height of your load before departing a
site.
7. N
ot enter a forklifts NO GO Zone, i.e. its pedestrian
exclusion zone.
8. W
hilst in a Safe Zone check that you remain in full view of
the forklift operator.
8. O
nly access areas that you have been directed/approved to
enter.
9. S
trictly observe all safety and traffic management signage
on the site
10. O
nly operate plant and equipment you are competent
and confident with and if applicable, hold an appropriate
license.
11. D
o not operate plant that has been tagged as Out of
Service (or similar), unless prior authorisation is given.
12. N
ot use a mobile phone whilst driving vehicles or operating
machinery and, if on foot, you must remain stationary and
in a safe location when in an operational area.
9. U
se the winch cable for all required plant (Refer to Transport
Videos and Pocket Guides).
10. Use the designated winch and tie-down points.
11. Not winch from one vehicle to another
12. Not daisy chain your loads
13. Not use the winch as a restraint.
14. U
se appropriate fall restraint/prevention when working at
height.
15. Not throw chains.
General
1. These instructions provide supervisors, drivers transporting the equipment and loading/unloading crews with the principles of
establishing Safe and No Go Zones and clear communication plans prior to loading or unloading (on any site). They apply to
all persons.
Establish Safe & No Go Zones
2. Always establish a Safe Zone for the loading/ unloading crew and bystanders to stand safely away from the loading/
unloading operations e.g. stand next to the delivery vehicle cabin safely away from the forklift, crane or other
equipment in motion etc.
3. P
ersonnel are only allowed in No Go Zones while they are conducting essential tasks e.g. connecting/disconnecting chain
slings etc. These tasks must only be conducted when ALL load and/or vehicular movement (forklift/ crane movement
etc.) has stopped and it is safe to enter the No Go Zone.
4. D
uring loading with Forklift NEVER stand on the opposite side of the loading/ unloading process as loads can fall over
the far-side of the vehicle.
5. In areas where pedestrian and/or vehicle traffic is present, cordon off the loading area(s) with barricades, witches hats
etc. The use of a spotter may also be required to prevent access to loading area(s).
6. IAs a guide for every metre of load elevation add a metre to your separation distance, eg : if load is raised 2 metres keep 5
metres away from every part of the load.
Loading/Unloading Crew
7. K
eep the loading/unloading crew to a minimum. Two person crews are preferred e.g. Crane/forklift operator and driver/
dogman etc.
Clear Communication
8. Work to an agreed plan and always look directly at each other when giving instructions. If circumstances change, STOP
and tell your crew mate(s) of the change.
Cant See? Cant Work!
9. If you cant see your crew mate(s) they cant see you so STOP all operations until they become visible and you are sure
they are safe.
Refer also to (on intranet): Hazard Information Sheets (Plant) to determine the hazards, risks and control measures when operating and loading/
unloading items of plant.
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