SAFE WORK PROCEDURE – SWP 057 HERBICIDE SPRAY UNIT OPERATION

JULY 2015 DOC. NO. D15/223177

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MORELAND CITY COUNCIL Operations Centre 7 -9 Walter Street Hadfield Vic 3046 Tel: 8311 4300

Approved by the Walter Street OHS committee

Date: September 2015

Operation Herbicide Spraying

Brief Description of Activity

This Safe Work Procedure contains risk control measures applicable to spraying of herbicide by Council personnel

Operator Skill Requirement

Unit Induction Certificate, Licence or Other Mandatory Qualification Required

Victorian Endorsed Driver’s Licence for Class of Vehicle

Safe Work Procedures and Risk Assessments to Be Read in Conjunction With This Safe Work Procedure

SWP 001 Driving Trucks; SWP 002 Towing Trailers; SWP 004 Working Outdoors; SWP 009 Noise SWP 011 Manual Handling; SWP 012 Traffic Control; SWP 056 Herbicide Preparation

Workplace Conditions Affecting Safety

Weather – rain, fog, icy conditions

Sun glare, high temperatures, strong winds and storms

Traffic density and movements

Incidents and Safety Alerts

Nil Personal Protective Equipment

Safety Sunglasses, High Visibility Vest, Safety Footwear, Protective Headwear, Protective Eyewear, Gloves, Hat, Sunscreen, Long trousers and long sleeved tops

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Check knapsack ! " #

Leak of herbicide Visual check that there are no holes or damage that could allow the herbicide to leak from the equipment. Ensure spray unit is in good order and functional including hoses and wand Return any damaged unit to the supervisor and get a replacement unit.

Decanting ! " #

Spill of herbicide Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet Refer to SWP 056 Herbicide Preparation Refer to SWP 011 Manual Handling Use correct container Use of appropriate gloves and a face shield as herbicide is at its strongest before mixing. Used premixed herbicide when available.

NOTE: ALL OPERATORS ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE RECORD LOG APPROVED BY DEPARTMENT OF PRIMARY INDUSTRY

Use of Herbicide Spray Unit ! " #

Spill of herbicide Spray drift

Do not spray if wind is likely to cause spray drift Do not spray if park is in use by people Wear appropriate clothing Place warning signs around the work area Ensure a ready supply of fresh water for first aid treatment Operators should alternate holding unit in left and right hands Place on ground when possible

Use of Herbicide Spray Backpack ! " #

Spill of herbicide Spray drift

Do not spray if wind is likely to cause spray drift Do not spray if park is in use by people Wear appropriate clothing Place warning signs around the work area Ensure a ready supply of fresh water for first aid treatment

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Spills ! " #

Contact with herbicide Inhaling of herbicide fumes

Clean any spill immediately using water and rags including correct disposal of rags

Spraying Muscle strains When working in teams alternate duties. Maximum of two hours to ensure different postures, movement and different muscles are being used. If working alone take a short break to stretch at approximately hourly intervals.

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Litre backpack shown below should be worn on back, using both straps over shoulder.