
RISK ASSESMENT
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This risk assessment form is supplied as a guide only. It is the responsibility of the owner / operator to ensure that this
equipment is operated in a safe manner and complies with all relevant compliance regulations.
Location of risk assessment:
Typical hazards associated with this
equipment
Is there a copy of the operations manual in the
machine cabin?
Has the operator been correctly trained for use
with this particular coupler and verified?
Is the operator aware they should not operate
this machine unless they are satisfied that the
coupler is in a safe condition?
Are all personnel aware that they must not
remain near attachments during attachment
changes?
Are all personnel aware that they must not
position themselves under attachments or
suspended loads?
Is the SWL rating of the equipment clearly
displayed?
Does all lifting equipment carry a current SWL
certification?
Warning devices and Decals
Are all safety and operations decals clearly
displayed?
Does the operator check that the equipment
warning devices are operational daily?
Is there a checklist of daily, weekly, monthly
inspections?
Is there a record of all service / repair work?
Other hazards identified:
Plant & machinery movement
Warning devices on plant and equipment
Noise
Environment