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?)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.)

2 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?)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.