PORTABOOM PB2000L Manual

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Safe Operating Procedure Guide
PORTABOOM® SETUP AND OPERATIONS
Product:
PORTABOOM®
Patent number 2015901729
Model Number:
PB2000L
Document:
SOP Guide PORTABOOM® Setup and Operations
Revision:
Version 2, 29 October 2019
Product Owner:
Traffic & Access Solutions Pty Ltd
Contact Details:
Address: Unit 1/610 Great Western Hwy, Girraween NSW 2145
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.trafficaccess.com.au

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Contents
1. Document control ........................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Risk management ........................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1. Risk assessment and resources ........................................................................................................ 4
3. Safe operating procedure ............................................................................................................................ 5
3.1. Personal protective equipment ........................................................................................................ 5
3.2. Pre-operational checks ........................................................................................................................ 5
3.3. Site instructions ...................................................................................................................................... 5
3.4. Review the location and conditions................................................................................................ 6
3.5. Setup of PB unit tower, boom arm and accessory lights ........................................................ 7
3.6. Setup of traffic light and pedestrian light accessories ......................................................... 13
3.7. Positioning for live operation ......................................................................................................... 15
3.8. Site operations ..................................................................................................................................... 18
3.9. Contingency planning ....................................................................................................................... 20
3.10. Pack up summary ........................................................................................................................... 21
4. Warning ........................................................................................................................................................... 22

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1. Document control
Version
Date
Author
Details
1
25/08/2016
Traffic & Access Solutions
SOP developed.
2
29/10/2019
Traffic & Access Solutions
SOP updated to include traffic and pedestrian light
accessories, template updated.

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2. Risk management
2.1. Risk assessment and resources
It is strongly recommended that users of this product and accessories conduct their own risk
assessment and refer to the video resources for additional guidance. The following information is
provided as a guide.
Traffic & Access Solutions Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any accidents, errors or omissions or any
losses incurred by anyone who fails to operate the product safely.
General guidelines:
•Complete a risk assessment and train users in assembly and operational procedures.
•Wear appropriate personal protective equipment for setup and operations.
•Complete daily inspections of the product, do not use if damaged or not fit for purpose.
•Apply manual handling controls or manual aid when moving the product.
•Ensure the product is installed on a level surface and is stable.
Video resources:
Instruction
Link
Safe operating procedure training,
assemble, operate and disassemble
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onMmkHssMyc&feature=youtu.be
Best practice guide for traffic
controllers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvg1r1omjtE&feature=youtu.be
Traffic and pedestrian light
accessory
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaPN7W04UGI&feature=youtu.be
Safe operating procedure training
and maintenance
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrUu32ddp7I&feature=youtu.be
Note:
The product refers to the PORTABOOM ® (PB) unit, the terms ‘’Product’’ and ‘’PB unit’’ may be used
interchangeably throughout this document and other supporting resources.

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3. Safe operating procedure
3.1. Personal protective equipment
It is recommended that you are wearing the following personal protective equipment when using
the product or fitting / handling accessories.
Diagram
Recommendation
Safety glasses worn on work areas.
Steel cap boots worn in work areas.
Gloves worn when handling equipment.
Hard hat worn while working.
3.2. Pre-operational checks
•Ensure that the product is inspected prior to utilisation as it must be in a safe and working
condition prior to use.
•Faulty equipment must not be used. Immediately report suspect equipment to your
Supervisor.
•Note – if something is not working it is most likely one of the mode switches not registering.
Turn the product off, turn mode switches off (down), turn required mode switch on (up) and
turn the product on (be patient as this will take approximately 5-10 seconds).
3.3. Site instructions
•Deliver product and accessories at the designated setup location, ensuring that it is in a safe
location and on a level surface.
•It is recommended manual aid be adopted if lifting the product.
•Ensure relevant approvals have been obtained, risk assessments completed and personnel
trained on the relevant safe operating procedures.
•Ensure the product is switched off prior to fitting and connecting any accessory.
•Ensure that the product and accessories is assembled in a safe location.

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3.4. Review the location and conditions
Step
Instruction
Diagram
1.
Once on site, review TCP and identify the
required positions of the PB units.
The “PORTABOOM AHEAD” sign is to be
placed at a distance of ‘D” from the Flagman
sign.
The diagram shown is a NSW TCP setup –
please refer to relevant TCP or equivalent for
your respective state.
2.
Prior to commencing the setup, an
assessment of overhead hazards must be
conducted. Look for low lying power lines,
tree branches, street lights, road signage
which the boom arm may come in contact
with in its setup and operation.
Identify other hazards that may impact the
effective and safe operation of the PB unit
such as uneven surfaces or obstructions.
It is not recommended to use the PB unit on
uneven ground.
Where hazards have been identified, the
operator (Traffic Controller), in consultation
with the Team Leader / Supervisor, may be
able to reposition the PB unit in order to
remove the hazard.
If a new position has been identified, ensure
that scope of works can be maintained and
the TCP is amended to show the revised
location of the PB unit(s).

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Step
Instruction
Diagram
3.
Assess the weather conditions prior to setup
by checking the Bureau of Meteorology radar
(BOM) www.bom.gov.au/australia/radar/
for current and forecasted weather
conditions.
If the current or forecasted weather advises
of windy conditions then add weight to the
Stability Legs using sandbags, refer to section
3.6. If in doubt, add sandbags for increased
stability.
Important note:
-Remain diligent and vigilant with regards
to environmental changes on worksites.
-Environmental changes could result in
having to add weight to the stability legs.
-Monitor the BOM for forecasted
weather conditions every 2 hours.
3.5. Setup of PB unit tower, boom arm and accessory lights
Step
Instruction
Diagram
1.
Position the PB unit in the shoulder/kerb for
set up, ensuring the shaft is facing the
footpath.
2.
Once in position, enable the brakes by
pushing down on brake pedals at the bottom
of the PB unit tower.

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Step
Instruction
Diagram
3.
If the PB unit is fitted with all-terrain wheels,
shift the spring loaded locking pins into the
locking position for both wheels.
4.
The carry bag contains:
-Boom arm
-Remote controls x2
-Sandbag hooks x4
-Magnet x1
-Charging cable x1
-Keys for access panel x2
Remove the boom arm from the carry bag.
5.
Using the access panel key provided, align
the cut out on the key with the red dot on
the lock and open up the small compartment
panel.
Note: If the cut out on the key isn’t lined up
with the red dot on the lock you will not be
able to open the panel.
6.
Turn the PB unit on, once the self-testing
cycle is complete, the power light will
illuminate green indicating that it is ready.
Ensure green lights are on and in the raised
position, refer to the sticker on the unit.

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Step
Instruction
Diagram
7.
Position the boom arm at approximately 45
degrees to the tower.
8.
Align the boom arm billet tabs with the
channels on the shaft.
9.
Once aligned, connect the boom arm to the
tower by pushing firmly forward.
Note:
-Do not use excessive force.
-Do not grease or oil the shaft
-If you are using force to push on you are
doing it incorrectly, stop and start again.
10.
Once connected, manually push the boom
arm clockwise into a vertical position.

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Step
Instruction
Diagram
11.
Pull the boom arm away from the unit
(towards body) to lock the connection.
Secure boom arm into place using the locking
mechanism on the tower, turn counter
clockwise, hand tighten only.
12.
Turn the PB unit on, once the self-testing
cycle is complete, the power light will
illuminate green indicating that it is ready.
Push the “RED PUSH BUTTON” in the top left
hand corner of the control panel to move the
boom arm into a horizontal position.
13.
Once the boom arm is horizontal, loosen the
two (2) boom arm tightening screws.
Note:
-Only loosen to the point where screw
feels loose, further loosening will cause
screws to fall out.
14.
Extend the Boom Arm to the span required.
Note:
-Ensure that the end of the boom arm is
at least 500mm from the centre line of
the road when two-way traffic
operational.