Good Practice

1.  Good Practice LIGHTING TOWERS Lighting Towers should be turned on 30 minutes before sunset to confirm they are working properly (before it becomes dark), and allow sufficient time for workers to transition from natural to artificial light sources. Where Lighting Towers are to be used in the vicinity of powerlines, placement must be in accordance with prescribed clearance distances with appropriate allowances for any likely movement (wind effects or mechanical). On setup, Lighting Towers must be levelled and the outriggers properly deployed. Lighting Towers must not be operated in winds higher than what has been rated by the manufacturer.

2.  Good Practice DESIGNATED SPOTTERS Spotters ensure the safety of personnel working on and around mechanical plant and equipment being operated in the vicinity of overhead power lines, underground assets, Exclusion and No Go Zones. Spotters need to be clearly identifiable and be distinguishable from other workers. Here is a great example of a Spotter wearing High-visibility safety apparel with his role printed on the back.

3.  Good Practice UHF RADIO USE The Australian Government has legislated that channels 5 & 35 on the UHF CB Band are reserved for emergency use only. The maximum penalties for the misuse of the legally allocated CB emergency channels are: For general misuse - if an individual 2 years imprisonment, otherwise $165,000 (a $220 on-the-spot fine can be issued in minor cases); or For interference to an Emergency call - if an individual 5 years imprisonment, otherwise $550,000 DO NOT USE CHANNELS 5 OR 35 FOR NORMAL COMMUNICATIONS To ensure reliable communications on a project any of the following 21 channels can be used to ensure positive and safe communications.

4.  Good Practice Flammable cabinet well vented, clearly labelled and good use of ramp for access. Faulty equipment tagged out.

5.  Good Practice Good delineation of pedestrians from Plant and reverse parking.

6.  Good Practice Ensuring protection of a “Live Switchboard”.

7.  Good Practice Correct and mandatory tagging of Plant and Equipment.

8.  Good Practice Good example of safe traffic management. Ensuring Plant & Equipment doesn’t connect with ‘live’ wires.

9.  Good Practice Excellent examples of delineation on a busy worksite with plant and equipment.

10.  Good Practice Good examples of safety culture.

11.  Good Practice Pipe Roller- Effective for safe cutting of concrete pipes.

12.  Good Practice Safe Welding. Correct PPE.

13. Bad Practice Improper and unsafe use of a circular saw may result in serious injury. Please read the instruction manual enclosed with the product thoroughly before using any circular saw.

14. Bad Practice Damaged electrical equipment poses serious threat to safety. Regular testing and tagging schedule to be maintained.

15. Bad Practice The best way to prevent carbon monoxide related deaths and illness in the workplace is to not allow the use of petrol powered appliances in confined spaces and enclosed or poorly ventilated area.

16. Bad Practice Use correct Manual Handling techniques. Always keep hands, limbs clear of moving steel members and use appropriate PPE (e.g. gloves, glasses, ear plugs). Fence placed in incorrect area. Restrictive access to electrical box in an emergency.

17. Bad Practice Damaged/modified equipment dangerous. Tripping hazard at the bottom of the ladder. Keep work area clear.