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Policies & Procedures RURAL SAFETY RULES

MODULE

WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY POLICY & PROCEDURES

RURAL SAFETY RULES


Locomotives

When approaching a locomotive (cane train) and cane

rail track, always give way to trains and cross at

designated crossing areas.

Cane Bins

Passing through or climbing on cane bins, either full or

empty, outside the defined loading area is prohibited.

Climbing through or on cane bins in a defined load area

is only permitted where the person has exclusive control

of the siding.


Sidings

Right of way procedures apply during harvest season:

- If a locomotive is shunting it is the duty of the haul-out driver to

wait until the locomotive has finished and left the siding before

loading or unloading

- If the haul-out vehicle is loading in a siding, the locomotive crew

must wait until the haul-out operator has finished before

entering the siding

- Communicate using warning devices such as two-way radio


Chemicals (Agricultural)

When working with chemicals the worker must have completed an approved

(accredited) course or work under direct supervision or instruction of a certified

person;

Always read the label and current Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before using a

chemical. All instructions on the SDS are to be followed.

Never use a chemical that is not labeled correctly.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as face shield, goggles, rubber

gloves and suitable clothing must be worn when handling chemical products;

Eating, drinking or smoking is not permitted during the handling of chemicals;

After handling chemicals, operators must ensure that personal hygiene

measures are taken.


Emergency Treatment for chemical exposure:

Wash the affected area with copious amounts of cold water; then

Obtain first aid treatment.

Chemical Storage :

Chemicals must be stored away from respirators, protective clothing,

face shields, fuels, oils and other equipment;

Promptly clean up any spills;

Store all chemicals in their original containers with labels intact. If a

label comes off, always re-label the container with a label from the

manufacturer;

Never store chemicals in food or drink containers;

Keep chemical shed locked to prevent unlawful entry.


Mixing Chemicals

Mixing must be done in well ventilated areas;

Mixing with your hands is strictly prohibited – if mixing is necessary, use an

appropriate paddle;

“Ute it, don’t boot it” – Transportation of chemicals within vehicle cabins is

prohibited.

Chemical Application

Apply pesticides and herbicides safely:

- Before use, check what emergency treatment or procedures may be

required;

- Ensure carbon filters are in cab spray tractors;

- Do not pour concentrated pesticides into tanks above shoulder height;

- Ensure only the recommended rate of chemical is used.


Working around power lines

“Look Up and Live”

No equipment or plant should be parked under any power line

Electrical Exclusion Zones

An exclusion zone around power lines and transformer earthing mats is 3 metres

Intruding into an exclusion zone is strictly prohibited.

In cases where work must be carried out closer ONLY someone who is trained as

an approved authorised person may enter an exclusion zone.

Earthing mats are located under transformers. These discharge any unused

electricity. Damage to earthing mats can cause electrocution.

A safety observer MUST BE present in the case of farm operations that occur

near power lines and there is a possibility that may intrude into an exclusion zone.


Isolation

Keys must be removed from the ignition when carrying out maintenance.

Where there is risk of injury if the motor was to crank, then a full load method of

isolation must be used, eg isolation switch or disconnect the battery.

Danger Tags – Do Not Operate

Danger tags are:

Red, black and white

Used when personally working on equipment

Never use or remove someone else’s tag

If three people are working on a machine there should

be three tags


Out of Service tags are:

Yellow and black

Used by a person to indicate a piece of equipment is faulty or out of

service.

Main reason for use - you have identified a hazard in equipment and you

believe that its operation could cause personal injury or damage to

equipment.

Do Not operate equipment when an ‘Out Of Service’ tag is attached to it or

its controls.

The person who repairs the equipment may remove the tag.


Special Instruction tags are:

• Green and Must Not be used for isolation

• Used for equipment which must be left in a certain state (on/off), that is

not faulty, out of service, or a danger to person/s working on

equipment, or to pass on instructions in regard to that equipment

• Allows information to be passed to personnel next shift or next day and

used for leaving instruction, eg a switch is left on or a valve is required

to be half open.


Chainsaws

All chainsaw operators are to be competent in the safe operation of

chainsaws, associated equipment, and hold a chainsaw certificate to

Level 2 – Basic Tree Felling.

Machine Guarding

Machinery is guarded for your protection. Guards are only removed for

maintenance purposes. Guards MUST BE replaced before the

machinery is tested or operated.

Machinery Operations

Operation of machinery is to be carried out in accord with the

manufacturer’s operations manual located within the vehicle.


Harvesters

A current licence / certificate of competency or a Bundaberg Sugar authority is

required to operate a harvester.

The harvester operator must receive appropriate training in both the machine’s

operation and haul-out equipment.

Fully adjust the seat including lumbar support, so all controls can be operated

comfortably and safely. Wear a seatbelt where fitted.

When working on harvesters NEVER rely on hydraulic support. Ensure

appropriate blocks are fitted to the lift ram to restrain and prevent movement or

dropping. If work is not being carried out under the machine, always lower the

machine and topper.

When cleaning a jammed topper, elevator or base cutter, the engine MUST BE

shut down and the key removed before leaving the operator’s position. Provide

full load method of isolation eg isolation switch or disconnect the battery.

The use of gloves is required when handling chopper knives and topper blades.


Haul-outs

A current licence / certificate of competency or a Bundaberg Sugar

authority is required to operate a haul-out machine.

The operator must also have received appropriate training and

practical instruction from an experienced operator on the method of:

- loading under the harvester,

- turning on headlands,

- loading and unloading at sidings.

When servicing, cleaning or repairing haul-outs with the bin elevated,

always ensure that an appropriate locking system is in place.


Power Take Off (PTO) Equipment

The PTO is to be disengaged before dismounting from the tractor;

PTO guards on tractors and implements are to be maintained and kept in place;

Do not operate with a twisted or bent shaft;

Any defects in the operation of PTOs must be reported to your supervisor immediately;

Tractor must be turned off before connecting or disconnecting the PTO.

Ground Implements

Implements MUST be lowered to the ground when not operational.

Power take off (PTO) shafts and implements must be guarded. Any implements with

defective or missing guarding SHALL NOT be operated. Defects must be reported

immediately to your supervisor.

Implements raised by tractor hydraulics MUST be adequately supported using an

approved implement stand before inspection or maintenance is performed.


Tractors

A current licence / certificate of competency or a Bundaberg Sugar

authority is required to operate a tractor.

Ensure there is a Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS). Do not modify

ROPS. No drilling or welding to ROPS.

Keep all guards in place, including Power Take-Off (PTO).

Only start tractors when seated in the driving position.

Conduct pre-operational inspection and fill in the log book.

Do not park the tractor on a steep slope or incline, and never dismount

from a moving tractor.


Prestart Check

Each operator must complete a combined visual / testing inspection of the machine at

the start of each shift and complete the prestart book for that machine.

Hitching

Fit attachments in accord with manufacturers’ requirements and always use

mounting points or drawbar provided by the manufacturer. Do not use improvised

methods.

Do not alter, modify or raise the height of the drawbar outside of those

adjustments made possible by the manufacturer.

When a power implement is attached to the tractor, all guards must be in place

before operating.

Never hitch above the centre line of the rear axle, around the axle housing or to

the top link pin.

Do not use or attach implements unless the PTO shaft is guarded.

Never attempt to adjust, or work on, implements while they are in motion.


Travelling Irrigators (Water Winches)

Special precautions are required for the operation of

agricultural sprinklers such as travelling irrigators, including:

- Treat all irrigator guns as potentially dangerous

- Trip the walking mechanism when doing any work on the

winch and turn off tap before climbing up onto an irrigator

- Water leaving the guns is under very high pressure. Ensure

the drive arm (flicker) is restrained if working on the gun;

- Operators should never stand on or in front of an irrigator

when starting

- Keep clear of the towing cable, especially when the irrigator

walking gear is engaged. Exercise extreme caution if

manually releasing the winch cable as the irrigator may

move suddenly;


Travelling Irrigators (Water Winches) cont’d

Electrical Hazards: When operating in an area check for the presence of aerial

conductors (eg overhead power lines), always maintain a safe distance from

electrical wires and never enter an exclusion zone;

Movement of irrigation pipe near power lines may result in earthing. Irrigation

pipes are in lengths that will easily cover the distance between ground and

overhead power lines. Pipes must be carried horizontal to the ground.

Hoses must be purged before winding onto the hose trailer.

Workers should not leave the tractor operator seat whilst winding hoses and be

prepared to disengage the PTO.


Motor Bikes, Four Wheelers and All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

Wear appropriate high visibility clothing, footwear and PPE which includes but is

not limited to helmet and eye protection.

Never tow water winches.

Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) must be kept in place.

Mounting and Dismounting Machinery

Individuals must adopt the 3 points of contact method while both dismounting and

mounting machinery (ie two hands and one foot, or two feet and one hand).

Ensure that you are facing the access method being ladders, steps, etc. that is,

always dismount backwards. DO NOT forward dismount or jump.


Mobile Telephones

Workers must not use mobile phones whilst driving company vehicles or personal

vehicles on Bundaberg Sugar land unless using a hands free kit.

Radio Communication

All messages should be clear and concise.

Before initiating a transmission, check that no other message is being transmitted

to avoid jamming or distorting. The exception is for emergency calls.

Inappropriate language including swearing is prohibited.

Road Signing

Operational warning signs / devices for hazardous conditions are to be

appropriately positioned when work is in progress to alert road users.


Snake Bite

Snake bite kits are available in all vehicles.

In case of snake bite keep the victim still and reassure them. If you are

the victim move only enough to grab the snake bite kit and call for help.

Do not wash out or suck the wound.

Do not give alcohol or food to the victim.

Immediately apply a pressure bandage to the bite area, DO NOT use a

tourniquet.

Apply a further bandage over as much of the rest of the bitten limb as

practical.

Seek medical assistance at the earliest opportunity.


Wildlife

Some wildlife can become aggressive when their habitat is invaded

Before performing work in such areas complete a risk assessment

Arrange for a dedicated observer

Organise a known emergency / escape plan

If working in the area of floodgates:

- Preferably carry out work at low tide

- If practical place an obstacle or barrier to prevent water

from entering the work area


You have now completed the training segment for this module.

Please complete the assessment questions.

TRAINING ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS – Rural Safety Rules

DO NOT WRITE ON THIS QUESTION SHEET. Please complete the questions by providing your answers on the answer sheet provided.

Question 1 - When using an ATV you need to wear? A Helmet B Boots C Safety Glasses or Goggles D All of the Above E None of the Above Question 2 - When working with chemicals the ___________ will recommend the appropriate ___________ required. A Instructions, Clothing B MSDS, PPE C Label, Boots D Supervisor, Gloves Question 3 - While entering and exiting sidings, cooperation not competition, is the key to working safely in workplaces that are shared by various operators. Look out for ___________, and any other ___________. Visibility can be restricted where sidings are adjacent to main rail lines or unharvested cane fields. A Tractor, Vehicles B Contractors, People C Locomotives, Cane Haulage Vehicles D Quad Bikes, Tractors Question 4 - What is the correct method for dismounting machinery? A Jump off only onto level ground B Step off using the 3 points of contact method C Step off ensuring you have at least one hand on a rail or handgrip D No Specific Method, just be careful.

Question 5 - What makes a PTO dangerous? A The speed of the rotating shaft B The sharp edges of the shaft C The heat of the rotating shaft D All of the above E None of the above Question 6 - If maintenance must be carried out on mobile plant and equipment, what is required? A Supported by approved standards B A full load method of isolation C Apply a danger tag D All of the above E No specific requirement is needed Question 7 - Which of the following statements are false? A A worker can use any equipment for which they are trained, certified or licensed. B All unsafe acts and conditions need to be reported to you supervisor or BSL contract. C The operator/driver of a company vehicle or mobile plant must be a current holder of the appropriate licence. D A worker can use any equipment for which they are not trained, certified or licensed. Question 8 - When working with travelling irrigators ___________. A Trip the walking mechanism before doing any work on the winch B Ensure flicker is restrained C Treat all irrigator guns as potentially dangerous D All of the above E None of the above

Question 9 - Chemicals can be carried ___________. A Inside the tractor cabin B In the ute C In the van D All of the above E None of the above Question 10 - A ___________ tag is called ___________ and can be removed by whoever fixes the item. A ___________tag is called ___________ and can be only removed by the person that put it there and a ___________ tag is called ___________. A Yellow, Out of Service, Red, Danger, Green, Information B Green, Information, Red, Danger, Yellow, Out of Service C Green, Information, Yellow, Out of Service, Red, Danger D Red, Danger, Yellow, Out of Service, Green, Information

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