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Pedestal Drill

Hazards

• Rotating shafts
• Entanglement – drill bit
• Flying debris
• Electricity
• Impact – unsecured workpiece
• Hot surface
• Noise / vibration

Precautions

• Ensure the drill bit is secured safely, use correct drill bit for the right job.
• No loose clothing or loose hair.

• Provide sufficient power supply, do not overload the fuse, regular inspection, use Reduced
voltage system.
• Sprinkle water to suppress dust, use appropriate masks.
• Secure workpiece with clamps.
• Do not touch any part / body of the equipment after use, e.g the drill bit shall be hot.

• Use suitable PPE including Earmuffs. Job rotation to reduce exposure.

Agricultural and Horticultural Machinery

Hazards

• Cut injury with rotating blades.
• Entanglement with rotating blades.
• Drawing in-nip points – drive pulley.
• Impact – stones or sharp objects
• Incomplete combustion – exhaust fumes.
• Noise / Vibration
• Fire and Explosion
• Hot Temperature – Sun

Precautions

• Fixed guards – rotating blades, drive pulley.
• Allow engine to cool down before refuelling, refuel in well-ventilated area.
• Restricted to trained users only.
• Job rotation to reduce exposure to noise and vibration.
• PPE – hearing protection, masks, aprons, and safety shoes.

ENSIGN | Unit IG2 – Element 9 – Work 21
Equipment