Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) - Hazardco

1 TMStandard Operating Procedure (SOP)This SOP template is designed to assist you to create a simple Procedure for the safe operation of a particular machine or type of equipment. It should be completed with reference to manufacturers instructions (if available). This SOP must be displayed with the Name (make & model): Equipment Location: Reference Documents (eg. Guidelines, ACOP etc):DO NOT use this equipment unless you have been fully trained & deemed competent by your supervisor. All workers are to sign this SOP before any work can be : Hazards & controls for this machine/equipment are listed in our Hazard Pre Start: (What must be carried out or be in place before work starts using this equipment?)

2 PPE required:Training required:Pre-start checks required:Guarding/barriers required:2. Safe Operation (Describe the correct & safe use of the equipment. Break the operation down into simple steps from start to finish. Include all safety measures required eg. cut off switches, RCDs to be used etc)3. After Use (What must be carried out after work is complete to ensure the safety of the equipment & other workers in the area?)Steps for safe shut down of equipment:Cleaning/housekeeping required:4. Maintenance/Servicing: (What procedures are in place to ensure safe & regular maintenance & servicing of equipment?)

3 Scheduled maintenance intervals (specify):Name of person/s competent to carry out maintenance:Lock out Procedure for maintenance:Contact details for all services & repairs:SOP Completed by (name):Date:Signature:5. Workers deemed competent to safely use this equipment: All trained workers must be listed on this SOP. The supervisor must sign off each worker as being NOT use this equipment if you have not been deemed competent (& signed off) by a Name:Supervisor s Name:Supervisors Signature:Date.