coates truck drivers guide final lowres1-2014!03!04

7/26/2019 Coates Truck Drivers Guide Final Lowres1-2014!03!04

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DRIVERSGUIDE

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Coates Hire MissionTo be recognised by our

customers, peers and

ourselves as the leader

in the markets we

serve and to operate

injury and incident free

without harming the

environment.


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Introduction 4

PART 1: CONTRACTOR SAFETY CHARTER 6

1. What does the Contractor Safety Charter mean to Coates Hire? 7

PART 2: WORKING WITH COATES HIRE 10

1. Your Roles and Responsibilities 11

2. Your Safety 13

3. Maintenance and Vehicle Presentation 14

4. Safety Alerts 15

5. Truck Drivers Videos 15

6. Load and Unload Plant Public Training Course 16

7. High Risk Work Licences 16

8. Transport Orange Book 16

9. Service Tags 17

10 Loading and Unloading Equipment 18

11. Safe Parking 19

12. Completing a Transport JSEA (or Risk Assessment) 19

13 Pickup and Delivering Equipment 20

PART 3: THE COATES HIRE LOADING AND UNLOADING GUIDE 24

1. Safe Transport Principles for Coates Hire Heavy Plant Equipment 25

2. Why Loads Shift 26

3. Choose a Vehicle Suitable for the Size and Type of Load 27

4. Position the Load Correctly on the Vehicle 28

5. Use Restraint Equipment that is Suitable, Strong, and Appropriately Applied 29

6. Restraining Mobile Plant 32

7. Steel Plates 35

8. Working with Trailers 35

9. When to Winch 36

10. Understanding Gradeability 37

11. Truck Mounted Cranes 37

12. Low Loaders 38

13. Dangerous Goods 39

14. Portable Buildings 40

PART 4: APPENDICES 42

Safe Work Method Statements 43

Safety Alert Summaries 56Transport Contractors General Site Rules 63

Safe Zones for truck Loading/Unloading 64

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introductionThis Coates Hire Truck Drivers Guide contains the information required for all drivers who transport Coates Hire equipment. Itdetails the responsibilities of all Coates Hire drivers, which includes both the general transport safety and specific procedures forthe safe loading and unloading of Coates Hire equipment.

Coates Hire expects that all drivers, including those contracted by Coates Hire to transport equipment, follow the guidelines

outlined in this guide. This guide is to be carried in the cab of all vehicles that transport Coates Hire equipment. It will beperiodically reviewed and updated.

The Guide has a preface the Coates Hire Contractor Safety Charterwhich all contractors engaged by Coates Hire are required tocomply with. The Drivers Guide is divided into four parts:

Part 1: Contractor Safety Charter setting out our mutual responsibilities.

Part 2: Working with Coates Hire general duties

Part 3: Loading and Unloading Guide - details around transporting our equipment

Part 4: Appendices - Safe Work Method Statement and other data, including a summary of Safety Alerts.

If you have a question or suggestion for change in this document please talk to your BU Transport Manager or email: [email protected]


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At Coates Hire, we are committed

to achieving the best outcomes for

the safety, health and welfare of our

employees, customers, contractors,

visitors and the wider community.

We strive to operate injury and

incident free.

Leigh Ainsworth, CEO Coates Hire

Effective management of safety and health is essential to mutual success of both our Contractors and Coates Hire. The CoatesHire Contractor Safety Charter has been developed to enhance the safety and health expectations for our Contractors. We willsupport our business partners and contractors in meeting our safety and health standards.

This Safety Charter outlines the behaviours we expect from our contractors and the behaviours our contractors can expectfrom Coates Hire. This entails working together as partners in applying the standards in the best interests of our employees,customers, contractors, visitors and the wider community.

By acknowledging this Charter, our contractors commit their support to the following:

to believe that nothing is more important than the safety, health and well-being of employees, contractors, visitors and thesurrounding community;

to integrate safety and health into business strategies, processes and performance measures, and to recognise that good

safety and health performance is good for business;

to provide an atmosphere that facilitates engagement and collaboration in developing, promoting and improving safety andhealth;

to effectively manage safety and health risks by eliminating, minimising or controlling risks;

to provide the leadership and resources to manage safety;

to extend safety and health efforts beyond the workplace, recognising and supporting related initiatives within the homeand community; and

to share information and best practices, with the goal of continuously improving safety and health strategies, andperformance.

Please communicate these expectations with your employees so they understand how this Charter impacts them, their job

and the way your organisation represents Coates Hire in their day to day operations. Coates Hire wants everyone to know it isessential they work injury and incident free wherever they work with Coates Hire.

Leigh Ainsworth

CEO


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PART 1 CONTRACTORSAFETY CHARTER


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Contractor Safety Charter1.We recognise and accept our obligations to maintain and promote safe systems of work and safe transport operations.

2.We undertake to comply with all WHS, environment and road transport laws applicable to our operations. All contractworkers and drivers will be trained and verified as competent operators and understand the following issues:

Being fit for duty alert, healthy and prepared for the driving task

Observing speed limits & seat belt laws

Observing fatigue regulations

Not being under the influence of drugs or alcohol

Not tailgating other vehicles

Applying reliable and effective load restraint practices

Being considerate of other road users

Not using noisy engine brakes at inappropriate times and places

Travelling in left lanes unless overtaking

Obeying all other laws.

3.We will not knowingly make or meet any demand or requirement that would cause us to breach road transport lawsapplying to our operations.

4.We will actively support the development of appropriate industry codes of conduct, charters of practice and safetyguidelines for the purpose of promoting compliance with road transport and WHS laws. Coates Hire joined the NationalLogistics Safety Code in 2012 and we encourage our major supply chain partners to do the same.

5.We will also ensure that we have in place suitable and adequate processes, programs, policies and training so that wecomply with all relevant laws.

6.We recognise and accept that our obligations include:

Managing waiting and scheduling requirements to minimise the risk of driver fatigue and speeding.

Provide safe loading and unloading areas at our branches

Ensuring we use safe and fit for purpose vehicles that are appropriately designed, equipped and maintained

A commitment to driver health and safety.

7.We recognise and accept that the safety of our employees and the public are key elements for meeting our obligationsunder this Charter.

8.We undertake to consult with our employees and customers to meet our obligations under chain of responsibility, roadlaws and WHS legislation to provide and maintain transport operations that are safe for all parties.

9. Coates Hire cares about the environment and has its management system and a growing number of sites accredited to

ISO14001. We expect our partners to share similar concern by taking steps to prevent pollution and minimise emissions,waste and adverse impacts arising from your operations.

1. What does the Contractor Safety Chartermean to Coates Hire?

Our duty under Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation and Road Transport legislation

requires appropriate systems to be in place to manage risks associated with contractors,

particularly in the transport of heavy plant and equipment. We believe that the bestoutcomes are achieved through a partnership where each party accepts and shares the

following responsibilities:


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1.1 How will we achieve this partnership?Coates Hire has a set of minimum safety standards across all divisions of Coates Hire and associated entities with which CoatesHires contractors are expected to comply. Branches and some customers may have additional expectations and requirements,over and above these, that address specific operational risks.

Issue Minimum Safety Standard

Safe Systems of Work Competent only licensed, trained, qualified and authorised personnel to conduct work

Risk Assessments and JSEAs - are regularly conducted to identify, assess and control risksand hazards

Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) tasks must have a suitable SWMS that is readilyavailable on site. In some cases Coates Hire will specify how equipment is to be operated orloaded. Work must be conducted in compliance with the SWMS requirements

Incidents and Injuries incidents and injuries sustained must be reported to the sitemanager and to your Coates Hire Contract Manager. Incidents must be investigated andfindings reported to Coates Hire, where required

Contractor Evaluation Processes Apart from the pre-qualification process these activitiesinclude direct observation, random checks and formal audits.

Safe and Healthy People Safety and Health Requirements do not override or interfere with safety and health

features or provisions and caution others not to override or interfere with safety devices orpractices

Substance Abuse no person may work if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Thisincludes illicit drugs and prescription medicine that may compromise safety

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) PPE requirements applicable to a given task mustbe adhered to

Fatigue Management manage the risks associated with fatigue in the workplace. Identifyfactors that contribute to fatigue and discuss with your personnel, make changes as required(including sleep patterns, workload, roster and lifestyle factors), and seek professional help ifnecessary

Authorised Use only licensed, trained, qualified and authorised personnel are to use plant

and equipment.Safe Plant and Equipment Safe Plant and Equipment plant and equipment must be fit for purpose and comply with

applicable Standards and legislative requirements

Test/Tag portable power tools must be tested and tagged

EnvironmentalResponsibility

Take steps to prevent spills and pollution or immediately remedy any releases, and controlwaste

Maintain & Operateequipment efficiently to minimise greenhouse gas emissions

1.2 The following obligations exist in the application of ourMinimum Standards:

When implementing and maintaining the Minimum Standards, consult applicable legal and other requirements(including Acts, Regulations, Codes of Practice, Standards and Guidelines etc.)

There must be appropriate information, instruction, training, risk assesment and supervision provided when implementingthe Minimum Standards.

All contractor workers need to complete the Coates Hire Online Induction(s). Transport workers (who operate vehicles witha GVM greater than 4.5 tonnes) must also complete the Transport Induction. Medium to large employers should providesuitable resources to facilitate their workers completion of these inductions, this includes having a suitable computeravailable.

The minimum standards are complemented by the Site Safety Rules near the end of this publication.


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The Minimum Safety Standards have been developed around those activities that have historically contributed to incidents andinjuries at Coates Hire. The following table outlines the responses that will apply for non-conformance. These are applicable toboth the Head Contractor and/or the individual worker. The management of non-conformance is in part based on a just culturephilosophy.

Non-Conformance Response Level

The issuing of a Warning Notice for a violation to individual(s) and/or the contractingcompany(s).

Warnings are verbal or written notices placing an individual(s) and/ or the contractingcompany(s) on notice for a violation. Two warnings given in a three month period mayresult in the automatic escalation of consequences to a suspension or breach.

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Suspended from attending a nominated Coates Hire workplace(s) for a defined periodof time.

Suspension is the temporary measure of not allowing an individual(s) and/orcontracting company(s) the right to conduct work for Coates Hire or the non-issuing offuture jobs to an individual(s) and/or contracting company(s) for a defined period oftime. After remedial action (retraining or other action) the suspension may be lifted.

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Excluded from attending a nominated Coates Hire workplace(s) indefinitely.

Exclusion is the permanent measure of not allowing an individual(s) and/or

contracting company(s) the right to conduct work at a Coates Hire workplace(s) or thenon-issuing of future jobs to an individual and/or contracting company(s) for the lifeof the contract.

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Contract termination with the possibility of future restrictions on tendering work forCoates Hire.

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1.3 FeedbackIf you have any suggestions to improve this Charter, or how safety can be improved please contact your Coates Hire contractmanager. We all have the responsibility to comply with this Charter and make it our way of doing business. If you feel Coates Hire

is not meeting its safety obligations please talk to your Coates Hire contract manager, i.e. the person who engaged your services.


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PART 2 WORKING WITHCOATES HIRE


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1. Your Roles and ResponsibilitiesDrivers are essential to Coates Hire and are often our most frequent contact with

customers. It is important that you have a safe work environment and that Coates Hire

equipment is transported:

Safely

Economically

Professionally

With minimal risk to the Environment.

Note: If you are a Coates Hire contractor you are required to comply with our Contractor Management Procedure whichamong other things requires you to:

Have passed our two online Contractor training modules*

Have a site safety induction at each branch you visit.

Report to front office (or Transport Office) every time you attend a Coates Hire Branch Present your Coates Hire Contractor Induction Cardand or Transport Orange Book if requested

Follow Coates Hire safety procedures

*The link to the online training modules is: www.coateshire.com.au/contractor-induction/Drivers must complete the General Contractor Induction as well as the Truck Drivers Induction

1.1 Health, Safety, Environment & Road LegislationYou are required to abide by all relevant Health, Safety, Environment and Road legislation. Accordingly you must among other

things:

Take care for the health and safety of yourself and others

Co-operate with Coates Hire in the approach taken to protect the health and safety of employees, visitors and other workers

Abide by the relevant Work Health and Safety legislation

Follow directions given with regards to safe working practices/procedure

Take care of the environment and prevent pollution and spills

Drive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Follow road traffic regulations

Carry all required records, permits and gazettes.

1.2 Dress RequirementsYou are expected to wear as required or have available appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times, which meetthe corresponding Australian Standard. The minimum requirements are:

Safety boots

A neatly presented uniform- with high visibility yellow (or yellowsafety vest) is required. Our safety standards and alsomany of our major customers require long trousers and long sleeved shirts buttoned at the cuffs . (Some customer sitesmay have differing special requirements).

Safety glassesto be worn at all times within Coates Hire yards, and as required by task demands

Work glovesfor physical tasks

A safety helmetto be worn when conducting nominated tasks such as in crane operations, or as required by somecustomers.


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1.3 Relationships and Customer ServiceCustomer service is an essential aspect of our business. Coates Hire drivers are the face of Coates Hire for many of ourcustomers. Your role in providing professional customer service is essential to our business. In order to provide good customerservice you are responsible for:

Ensuring that you are fit for duty (which includes being well rested and not impaired by alcohol or drugs)

Obeying all customer site rules

Wearing safety equipment that is appropriate to the customer site and the equipment involved

When you arrive at a Coates Hire Branch or a customer site you must report to the site office or site manager

It is also important that you act in a friendly, courteous and helpful manner to staff and customers and that you pass on anycustomer feedback to your manager/supervisor or Coates Hire branch.

1.4 Motor Vehicle IncidentsCarry your insurance and contact details in your glove box. In case of an accident be courteous and exchange information withdrivers of other vehicles. Do not admit to being at fault.If you are involved in an accident or a safety incident, call the emergencyservices if they are required (Dial 000) then call your manager and inform them of what has happened. If persons are injured,offer them first aid or other assistance to the extent of your ability and if safe to do so.

Collect the details of other party(s) Other drivers name

Other owner (if different)

License number

Address

Phone

Insurer

Registration number

Date, time and location of incident

Consider witness contact details and photographs.

1.5 SpillsIf a spill or release of fuel, oil or other hazardous substance occurs

STOP AND ASSESS As a priority ensure the safety of yourself then others contact emergency services if a clean-upis required. (eg oil on public road)

Assess the spill - Size? Substance? Is it Hazardous? Can or has the spill spread to land, watercourseor drains?

Identify resources required ( PPE, Spill Kit or External Provider/ Emergency Services if spill large orhazardous)

SECURE Cordon off area to restrict access and make secure

PPE Use appropriate PPE as outlined in product MSDS

CONTAIN Prevent runoff to stormwater or off site release

Use your spill kit to contain or prevent entry to drains, water bodies and other environments

ABSORB Use Hydrocarbon pads or absorbent pads to capture all spilt materials.

NOTIFY Notify your Manager and the appropriate Coates Hire Branch. (Coates Hires HSEQ team willdetermine if notification to regulatory authorities is required and will notify if necessary). If thespill occurs on a customer site tell the site controller if the site is occupied. If the spill is containedinside equipment notify the customer and the Coates

DISPOSE Use disposal bags contained in your spill kit to collect waste for collection by approved hazardouswaste contractor

RE-STOCK Contact supplier to refill and replace used spill kit items


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2. Your Safety

2.1 Fatigue and SpeedExcessive time at the wheel and insufficient rest breaks can contribute to fatigue, speeding and accidents.

Coates Hire managers typically allocate jobs to drivers on a case-by-case, one-off manner, thus we have no ready knowledge ofwhat you will do that day, or what you have done over the previous day or week. No Coates Hire job is so urgent that you need to

break the law or work unsafely.

Therefore we expect that you DO NOT:

exceed your legal work hours

commence a Coates Hire job unless you are fit and rested

take on a job for Coates Hire that would put you in jeopardy of exceeding driving hours or speed legislation

attempt to carry loads beyond the safe and legal capacity of your vehicle or equipment

If you feel pressured or unable to complete a job as requested please ring your manager who should then negotiate a safealternative with Coates Hire.

Coates Hire has a random drug and alcohol testing program which could include testing of Drivers on our sites. Compliance with

this program is a condition of your engagement with Coates Hire.

The top five causes of road fatalities in Australia are speeding, drink driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue and driver distraction.Too many drivers are being distracted by things such as mobile phones, sound systems, on-board DVDs and satellite navigation.Using a handheld mobile while driving a heavy vehicle through a Coates Hire site, public road or customer site is illegal andtotally unacceptable. The use of hands-free mobile phones and navigation devices should be kept to an absolute minimum whendriving.

2.2 Falls and Body Stressing

Other potential causes of injuries are falls from trucks and those associated with manual handling activities. Whilst it is notreasonably practical to eliminate these risks, we can minimise them.

Manual handling risks can be minimised by using mechanical lifting aids or dividing the load, or asking for help.

Fall risks are more difficult and beyond using 3 points of contact when climbing and/or fall restraints. It becomes verychallenging to eliminate the need to climb onto a truck in all circumstances. However, at no time shall any person under CoatesHires control or direction, climb onto plant and equipment loaded on the rear of truck unless it has purpose designed accesspoints.

In respect to accessing the tray of a truck/trailer, due to the variety of equipment carried nationally and the mix of contractorsand owned fleet it is not possible to provide trucks with handrails and other fall prevention measures in all cases. However, somesolutions are available and should be used whenever possible, such as pre-slinging loads to eliminate the need to climb.

Some customers demand that persons must not climb onto trucks if that is their position drivers are entitled to ask for theirassistance by providing appropriate docks or other access equipment.

Seatbelts save truckies too!Always wear a seatbelt when travelling on the road. If you are driving mobileplant equipment and it is fitted with a seatbelt then it must be worn whenoperating it.


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3. Maintenance and Vehicle PresentationMake sure that your vehicle is:

Clean and tidy, both inside and outside

Road worthy and in good mechanical condition

Serviced regularly

Pre-trip inspections should be done each day or week depending on truck type and intensity of use.

All liquids in containers are well secured with well-sealed lids.

3.1 Vehicle Inspections

The logbook on the following page is for Coates Hire owned vehicles including cars, utes, delivery vehicles etc. and is used forrecording:

Weekly driver checks of the vehicle

Weekly driver checks of crane, winch, tailgate, hydraulic ramp, tilt tray, dogs and chains

The servicing and inspection record of the crane, winch, tailgate, hydraulic ramp, tilt tray, dogs and chains

All vehicle faults.

Although this is a Coates Hire internal document all Contractors should have a similar process in place.

If a driver encounters a maintenance issue with their vehicle or trailers and associated equipment, the driver must take

immediate steps to have the problem resolved, including, if necessary, taking steps to have a mechanic attend on site to rectifythe issue. The driver should stop using the vehicle if use presents any danger. If a maintenance issue is likely to result in a drivernot meeting a scheduled delivery or pick up or other specified job, then the driver must contact Coates Hire immediately. A drivermust never ignore a maintenance issue, and certainly not on the grounds that it will interfere with a schedule.


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3.2 Maintaining Your AccessoriesYou are required to ensure that your vehicle is appropriately equipped to transport Coates Hire equipment and this includescarrying a range of vehicle accessories. Many of these accessories help you do your job every day. It is in your best interests tokeep all of these items in good condition.

The following is a standard list of accessories (Note that some items on the list will not apply to every vehicle or driver):

Fire extinguisher

First aid kit 3 breakdown triangles (trucks >4T)

Appropriate restraint equipment (chains/ slings/ ropes/dogs non recoil type)

Tape measure to check dimension limits.

Trailer leads and adaptors, and coupling safety clips

Torch

Spill kit capable of absorbing 40 litres of oil or diesel etc. (e.g. Medium Truck Spill Kit by Global Spill Control or EnretechENR091 or similar)

Accident/insurance information details

Out of Service Tags

Spare fuses and globes

Flashing amber light if required

Oversize sign if required

Chocks/timber

Clipboard, note pad and pen

Equipment receipt book

Maps, street directory or GPS

PPE - (hard hat, safety glasses, yellow vest, gloves, safety footwear, ear muffs / plugs, wet weather gear)

Safety cones to keep pedestrians and traffic out of loading zones

It is your responsibility to ensure that all vehicle accessories are checked on a regular basis and that any used, damaged or lostitems are replaced.

In some instances where we service major projects additional vehicle specification requirements are imposed by the customer.Discuss this with your Coates Hire business unit Transport Manager if use of additional specification equipped vehicles isrequired.

4. Safety AlertsSafety alerts are issued periodically by Coates Hire to communicate safetyissues and incidents which may be associated with an item, activity or

range of equipment. They may be displayed in the Coates Hire Branchesand may be distributed to drivers or contractors as required. Transportrelated safety alerts are summarised at the end of this guide.

5. Truck Drivers VideosVideos are available on our website and limited editions have been circulated to contractors. These videos are a rich source ofinformation on how to safely load, secure and unload a wide variety of hire equipment. You must watch the videos that arerelevant to the type of transport work you do for us. Refer to our Contractor webpage to view these videos: :http://www.coateshire.com.au/contractor-induction/

Have you checked that your vehicle contains theaccessories you will need and that they are ingood working order?

Note for Drivers

From time to time a Coates Hire representativemight observe your practices to ensure you are upto date with Coates Hire safety standards. This is

for your benefit, so please co-operate with themat all times.


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6. Load and Unload Plant Training CourseCoates Hire Training Services offer a vocationally recognised training course for truck drivers. This coversthe safe loading, securing and unloading of a variety of mobile plant and equipment. This 1 day courseis available to public and Coates Hire employees and delivers nationally recognised units of competency.Application of the Load Restraint Guide and other legislative requirements are also included. The unit ofcompetency is RIIHAN308A Load and Unload Plant.

Note that this course does not provide licences (high risk certificates of competency) to operate high risk

plant such as large boom lifts; forklifts and telehandlers.

During 2014 a new Plant and Equipment Awareness course will be provided which provides drivers access to a range of mobileplant equipment. This provides practical operating skills for plant that does not require high risk work licences.

Phone 1300 657 867 Email: [email protected] Web: www.coateshire.com.au/training

7. High Risk Work LicencesHigh risk work (as defined in Schedule 3 of the WHS regulations) requires the worker to hold the relevant licence whenconducting high risk work. At Coates Hire the most relevant high risk licences are:

Forklift

Boom type elevating work platforms (11 metre or more)

Non-slewing mobile crane (Telehandlers greater than 3 tonnes)

Vehicle mounted cranes (10 metre/tonnes or more)

Scaffolding (varying levels dependant on type of scaffold work)

Actual legal requirements for High Risk work are complex and cover many other high risk work categories than listed above.

WHS Regulations relating to Truck Drivers holding the relevant licence to drive high risk equipment (listed above) on or off atruck vary between states. Coates Hire will comply with all legal requirements related to high risk licencing (HRL). This includescontract truck drivers.

All employee and contract drivers must have the appropriate HRL if required in their State/Territory.

In any event, the driver must:

have successfully completed the Coates Hire one day Plant and Equipment Awareness training course, or

have been successfully evaluated by a qualified Coates Hire Driver Evaluator [note: currently only exists in WA]

It is Coates Hires expectation that all truck drivers will comply with one of the above, within 6 months of the driver beingappointed.

Until the course/evaluation has been completed, a driver who considers themself competent to load or unload such high riskequipment can sign the Mobile Plant Competency Declaration in the Transport Orange Book. They will be spotted duringeach load/unload until two Random Safety Transport Checks are conducted on that equipment (and recorded in the TransportOrange Book).

At customer sites where drivers dont meet the above criteria, the driver must seek assistance from a customer or other suitably

trained or HRL holder to load/unload the equipment; and conduct a Transport JSEA. If in doubt dont load/unload and seekguidance from their Coates Hire Manager

Coates Hire Training Services also provide training in these licence classes, as well as the Advanced Loading/Unloading Course.

Phone 1300 657 867 Email: [email protected] Web: www.coateshire.com.au/training

8. Transport Orange BookDuring 2014 Coates Hire will provide all truck drivers a Transport Orange Book. Its purpose is for truckdrivers to hold records of Customer Site Inductions; Coates Hire Branch Inductions; your emergencycontact details; Random Transport Safety Checks and other useful information.


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9. Service TagsVarious tags are used by Coates Hire to indicate the status of our equipment. These tags are important so take care that theyremain securely attached and never remove them unless authorised.

Pre-Hire Check Tag

Out of Service Tag

Do Not Operate Tag

Pre-hire Check Tag

The pre-hire check tag tells you that the item has beencleaned, serviced and checked for safety and reliability.

If the tag is completed and the bottom section is intactthe equipment is ready to hire.

If the tag is missing or torn, the equipment must bechecked and serviced before it is hired out again.

The reverse side of the tag is also used when electricalequipment is inspected or tested.

Drivers picking up equipment for delivery shouldremove the bottom section and attach it to the Hireschedule. If returning equipment to the branch,

remove the pre-hire tag.

Out of Service Tag

This tag tells you that the equipment or part is notready for use.

This tag should be fitted:

By the driver when the customer complains abouta problem at pick-up or there is a fault with the

equipment

By the hire-controller/yardman if a customercomplains about a problem when returning theequipment

You must record the nature of the problem so it can beaddressed before the next hire.

Do Not Operate Tag

DO NOT attempt to start or use a machine that has thistag attached.

This is a personal protection tag that prevents youusing a machine that is being repaired or serviced. It isdesigned to prevent accident or injury.

It also helps to avoid the machine being furtherdamaged.


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10. Loading and Unloading Equipment

10.1 Your responsibilities Determine if your need a HRL to operate the item.

Walk around the machine before accessing.

Check that nothing is in your way Find a safe point to gain access - many trucks and trailers have steps or other

safe access.

Always face ladders, and maintain three points of contact

Check the Spotting Poster to see if you are supposed to be spotting duringloading or unloading

Do a quick check of the machine and make sure the Pre-Hire Check tag is present.

Ensure controls are set for start-up and park brake is applied.

Never mount or dismount a moving machine

Ensure operating and shut down controls are functional

Check for Hazards and watch for people around you If seatbelts are fitted they must be worn

Report faults and hazards and ensure the equipment is tagged out if unsafe

10.2 Safe operation of machineryWhen starting work at a new site, check with the site controller for specific safety instructions. NEVER operate a machine whichis new to you without first being instructed in its proper operation.

Know the rules. It is essential that you:

Know the positions and understand the functions of all controls before attempting to operate a machine

Knowthe meaning of all identification symbols on the controls and gauges

Know the location of the emergency shutdown control if the machine is so equipped

Knowthe capabilities, characteristics and limitations of the machine including:

speed

braking

steering

weight

gradability

Knowthe operational and transport dimensions of the machine to avoid inadvertently hitting something during operation ortransporting

Knowthe rules and procedures used at the workplace

Knowwhere to get correct assistance when required

Assess the site conditions before moving (Conduct a risk assessment or JSEA). Watch for:

Unstable ground

People in the area Trenches or underground services

Overhead structures and power lines.

Climbing onto trucks

& plant

Before OperatingHire Plant

During Operation

Loading and transporting mobile plant involves significant hazards. Dont attempt this unlessyou have been trained and you are confident you can operate safely.CAUTION


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11. Safe ParkingAlways park in a safe place:

Park in designated heavy vehicle parking areas on flat level ground. Place the machine in neutral, release all brakes to test ifthe machine is stable and not moving, lower any implements and then firmly apply the parking brake

If parking in a non-designated area chose as level ground as possible, in a non-operational, non-thoroughfare area or asinstructed

On roadsides face the traffic rather than working with your back to it (see diagram below) Use the appropriate flags, barriers, flares, lights and warning signals if you do have to park in a thoroughfare

Provide advance warning signals in the traffic lane to warn approaching traffic

Park on level ground whenever possible

When you have to park on a slope follow the above steps and:

Position the truck across the slope, rather than facing downhill, (provided there is no rollover risk due to excessive slope).Steering wheels should be positioned to reduce the likelihood of rolling away

Make sure the truck is on a firm footing, and that there is no danger of sliding Consider chocking wheels in both directions before leaving the immediate vicinity of the vehicle.

Loading can only take place on hard level ground.

Never jump out of a vehicle

If you have to step on a tyre to get on or off a truck tray, be careful if the tyre is wet. Tyres can get very slippery. You mightfall and hurt yourself or fall into the path of moving vehicles. Trailers and truck trays should have safe climbing access pointspermanently fitted.

Changing wheels

If you are able to, change wheels well off the road. Be very careful changing a wheel on the right side of the vehicle if you are nearto traffic on the road. Use hazard warning lights and warning triangles if there is any risk to you or to other road users.

12. Completing a Transport JSEA (or RiskAssessment)The Coates Hire Transport Job Safety Environment Analysis (JSEA) helps you recognise hazards you may encounter whentransporting Coates Hire equipment. Some transport companies may have their own JSEA, Take 5 or similar process. Please usethe Coates Hire form and process unless your alternative has been approved by the BU Transport Manager or BU HSEQ Manager.

A Transport JSEA to be completed for every delivery/pick up at customer sites but exemptions can be made for sites where

there are multiple deliveries a day or where there are fixed load and unload zones. Area Managers and Transport Managershave the authority to make exemptions for specific sites. In these exempt sites, the first delivery/pickup of the day requires aTransport JSEA; and if the weather turns inclement or operational conditions change a Transport JSEA should be completed.

Approach your vehicle from the front so thatyou are facing oncoming trafficFrom The Victorian Bus & Truck Drivers Handbook; Vic Roads 2009; 24.


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Exempt sites will be listed on the Branch Safety and Environmental Board.

When you return to the branch hand the Transport JSEA to your Branch Manager with the Hire Schedule and any otherdocuments. Some customers may request a copy of the Transport JSEA or perhaps a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS). Part3 of this guide contains a detailed SWMS. Coates Hire customers generally accept this as evidence of safe systems of work.

13. Pickup and Delivering EquipmentWhen you are loading and unloading our equipment both on customer sites and in our branches, you must remain safety

conscious at all times and be vigilant for hazards that may arise.

You are responsible for:

Briefly checking the machine on pick-up at a Branch and reporting to the Manager if the equipment is unsafe or notfunctioning correctly

Properly securing your load / equipment

The safety of the public and other persons while loading, transporting and unloading equipment.

Ensuring the bottom portion of the Ready for Hire tag is removed and attached to the Hire Schedule / Hire DeliveryDocket when collecting a machine from a Branch

Ensuring completion of necessary documentation after delivery or pick up as requested, including the Transport JSEA

Starting the machine once it has been unloaded with the customer present. This is to occur irrespective of whether the

customer requires a demonstration or not. It is our final quality check

Showing the customer the location of machine logbooks and manuals (if applicable)

Recording any damage, missing accessories or malfunctioning equipment as seen by you or reported by our customer onpick-up. This is done on the Hire Schedule, Pickup/Return Docket or Equipment Receipt. Take photos if possible.

Placing returned equipment in the designated equipment return area (separated from ready to hire equipment). Ensure Pre-Hire Tag is removed

Being aware of and adhering to relevant procedures and instructions required by the particular site you are working on. If indoubt, check with the site manager

Informing the site contact on delivery of equipment that high risk equipment can only be operated by the holder of acertificate of competency issued under WHS legislation

You must also obtain the customers signature on the Hire Schedule, Hire Delivery Docket or equipment receipt in the spaceprovided for this purpose.

13.1 Spotting

Coates Hire expects certain loading/unloading operations to be Spotted. This means we assist by watching the load or unloadto add a layer of safety and warn the operator if something appears to be going wrong.

Always spot loading or unloading at Coates Hire sites during business:

Boomlifts

Scissor lift Telehandlers

Multi tyred rollers

Double drum rollers (unless being winched)

Excavators 11 tonne

Front end loaders/back hoe

Graders

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In addition if the driver is not inducted and does not have at least two Random Transport Safety checks we will spot thefollowing:

Rollers Single drum

Excavators


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Advise the branch by phone if equipment is not ready for pick up (e.g. equipment still in use or pump & hoses still connectedand working).

Complete a Transport JSEA

Load in safe area

Secure the load

Note all damages on the Pickup/Return Docket or Equipment Receipt

Obtain the customer signature and issue pick-up paperwork.

13.5 Unloading Equipment on Other Sites and Road Side WorkWhen you are unloading equipment on a site you must:

Check with customer / site contact before unloading

Complete a Transport JSEA

Unload in safe area

Use manual or materials handling device (e.g. forklift) or ask for assistance if required

Start the equipment in front of the customer

Demonstrate operation (where possible)

Obtain the customer signature and issue the delivery paperwork

Bring any existing damages to the attention of the customer so they are aware that only charges for new damages apply tothem.

Unloading or loading on highways and freeways is risky. The best way to protect yourself from errant motorists is to do anyloading and unloading well away from passing traffic. Even stopping on the side of a roadway has risks.

As far as possible when unloading near roadways follow points above, and:

Ask the site controller to control traffic or

Maintain 9 meters separation from the nearest traffic lane for traffic speeds up to 90km/hr

For 100km/hr try for 12 meters.

Never put yourself or others at risk by working in live traffic lanes. It may be possible to offer other strategies to the customer

such as traffic crash attenuators, which are available from Coates Hire.

If you consider the risk too great talk to your manager, and dont do the job until risks are controlled.

Amazingly no-one was injuredwhen this car ploughed into a

Coates Hire truck which stoppedon the verge beside a 80km/hrsuburban road.

The impact destroyed the car andtore off the near side passengerdoor. Damage to the truck wassuperficial.


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13.6 Look up and Live! Power-linesKeep clear of overhead power-lines. The basic rule of thumb is never allow any part of equipment to get within 6.4 metres oflive conductors on a power pole and if the power-line is on a transmission tower never get any part of the equipment within 10metres.

Boomlifts and other equipment should never pass above a power-line regardless of clearance distance above the line.

A Coates Hire Spotter can only guide within the Green Zone.

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PART 3 THE COATES HIRELOADING AND

UNLOADING

GUIDE


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1. Safe Transport Principles for Coates HireHeavy Plant Equipment

This section contains a series of factsheets to assist you in managing the risks you will

face when transporting Coates Hire plant and equipment. When you are reviewing a

process for loading or unloading it is recommended that you also review the Safe WorkMethod Statement (SWMS) provided as an additional reference material. This SWMS is

attached and listed within the Part 4 of this guide.

It is important to remember this information is a guide to assist with loading and

unloading and should not be considered as the only safe method. This is because trucks

and transport equipment and the vast range of Coates Hires Rental fleet introduce many

variables. This makes it impossible to foresee every situation. The operator of the vehicle

is responsible for understanding their own vehicles hazards and features.

If you are not confident about operating or loading any Coates Hire equipment,

stop and ask for help.

Other information sources are:

The Coates Hire Truck Drivers Videos

Coates Hire Safety Alerts

The manufactures operating instructions - usually found attached to

major plant items


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2. Why loads shiftWhen moving, a vehicle and its load are subjected to forces caused by changes of speed, direction or slope. These forces resultfrom braking, accelerating, cornering or travelling over cambered, undulating or uneven road surfaces and air flow.

Braking braking in reverse or hill starts

Cornering Road camber

The forces can be just as high at low speed as at high speed. The weight of the load on the vehicle cannot provide enough frictionto restrain it when it is subjected to the above forces. The load must be restrained to overcome the forces mentioned belowotherwise it will fall off or shift causing the vehicle to overturn.

LOAD RESTRAINT FORCES

Diagrams on this page are sourced from theLoad Restraint Guidepublished by theNational Transport Commission2004.The full guide can be accessed on the NTC website.


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3. Choose a vehicle suitable for the size andtype of load

You must choose a vehicle that is suitable to safely and legally carry your load according to its type, size and shape. Consult stateroad legislation for precise details.

Axle mass limits in Queensland comparison table:


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A long load should be carried on a vehicle with a suitable length body so there is no excessive overhang.

The load should not project from the front, sides or rear of a vehicle in such a manner that could cause danger to any person,or damage to any property.

If a load projects beyond the rear of a vehicle it should be made conspicuous by fixing a warning flag

A load with a high centre of mass should be carried on a vehicle with a low platform height (e.g. drop frame trailer or lowloader).

The overall height of general access vehicles should not exceed 4.3 metres but must also comply with over-heightrestrictions on local structures encountered en route.

Loose bulk material should be covered so that no part of the load can become dislodged from the vehicle or container on thevehicle.

You must not exceed any of the following:

The vehicle manufacturers rated axle load capacity

The vehicle manufacturers rated Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM)

The vehicle manufacturers rated Gross Combination Mass (GCM) where applicable

The requirements for Mass (varies according to truck configurations shown above)

The maximum dimensions truck (and load) heightis 4.3 metres

The maximum dimensions truck (and load) width2.5 metres

Maximum length rigid truck is 12.5 metres

Maximum length semi-trailer combination is 19 metres

B-Doubles must keep to approved routes and may be 25 (or occasionally 26 metres long).

Be careful of drawbars across trailers and other protrusions which may breach these limits resulting in fines. These penalties mayalso be applied to Drivers as well as Branch Managers, Loaders and Consigners.

The images below show two different sized vehicles carrying similar loads. The first shows the risk to safety by using a vehiclewhich is too small.

4. Position the load correctly on the vehicleYou must position the load safely on the vehicle. Position the load so that:

The vehicle maintains adequate stability, steering and braking performance

The tyres and axles are not overloaded

Its centre of mass is as near as possible to the longitudinal centreline of the vehicle. This will reduce a vehicles tendency tooverturn when cornering, and can be achieved by loading heavy objects first and placing them close to the centreline of thevehicle.

A load placed against a strong headboard or bulkhead is easier to restrain, but it could unbalance the vehicles weightdistribution. If there is too much weight over the steer axels it needs to be positioned further back on the vehicle for optimumweight distribution. It will need effective restraint to prevent forward movement.

The load should also be arranged so that its centre of mass is as low as possible, although with mobile plant equipment it is

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5. Use restraint equipment that is suitable,strong, and appropriately applied

5.1 Choosing suitable restraintsGenerally speaking when it comes to restraining loads on trucks dont use ropes where

properly designed and rated restraints are appropriate - Ropes are for dopes!

Example devices allowing positive connection

5.2 Inspecting and using your lifting equipmentChains, slings, ropes and dogs require periodic checks to maintain their safety. You must regularly inspect your equipment and

ensure that it is adequately maintained.

5.3 Restraint chains, dogs & slings1. If necessary, clean restraints to allow proper inspection

2. Inspect every chain link individually for any signs of wear, twisting, stretching, nicks or gouging

3. Inspect oblong links and hooks for any signs of wear at their load bearing points and for any signs of distortion (e.g. wideningof the hook throat opening)

4. Inspect hammerlocks for:

Any signs of wear at their load bearing points

Excessive play of the load pin within the body halves

Impaired rotation of the body halves around the load pin

5. Clearly tag any defective chain links or fittings to show that it has been rejected andwithdraw it from service

6. Ensure that the restraint is protected from any sharp corners on the load

7. Avoid the possibility of damaging restraints when lowering loads by ensuring the load doesnt land on or driveover them.

5.4 Lifting Chains

1. Inspect every chain link individually for any signs of wear, twisting, stretching, nicks or gouging2. Measure any worn link to determine the degree of wear

3. Inspect oblong links and hooks for any signs of wear at their load bearing points and for any signs of distortion (e.g. wideningof the hook throat opening)

4. Check that safety catches are operational and fit the hook mouth correctly

5. Ensure the load is evenly distributed on all sling legs

6. Ensure that the chains are protected from any sharp corners on the load

7. Commence the lift slowly, taking up the slack gradually

8. Avoid the possibility of damaging the chain when lowering by ensuring the load doesnt land or rest on it

9. Ensure the lifting chain has had its annual certification.

10. When lifting and winching always apply chains or winches with positive connections. This means a hook with a safety latch;a rated shackle or a swaged thimble or chain ring applied to a tow pin. Winged grab hooks as used for load restraint are not


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suitable for lifting or winching applications. If the chain or cable slackens the hooks are likely to disconnect!

11. Winch cable not crushed; no broken strands; no bird caging and eye ends undamaged.

5.5 Choosing suitable webbed strapping assembliesWebbed strapping assemblies comprise of webbed strapping, end fittings and winches and are commonly available as either anattached winch type or as a portable tensioner

The attached winches clip into the tie-rails or slide in special tracks under the coaming rails as inthe diagram on the left. The portable tensioners (attached to the tie rails with a webbing strap),can be hand ratchet winches (see left) or over-centre buckles

Some hand ratchet winches have mechanisms which allow them to be tensioned moreeffectively and consistently than many fixed winches.

5.6 Choosing suitable chain and attachmentsChains with hooks on each end (load binder chains) are usually tensioned with lever type load binders (dogs). The chain gradecommonly used is a high tensile transport chain. This system provides a high strength lashing which can be firmly tensioned.

Be careful when releasing the tension of dogs the lever can spring back and strike your face with considerable force. Ratchettype dogs are safer. Due to risks of fixed lever dogs many businesses no longer use them. They are now banned at Coates Hire inpreference to ratchet type dogs.

Banned - Can strike face! Can strike face Less likely to strike face

Turnbuckle type dogs are least likely to cause strike injuries

Hook with safety latch allowspositive connection.

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The ratchet binder above is designed to eliminate the kick back possible when releasing the fixed lever dog.

The turnbuckle, ratchet binder and pivoting handle dog are fitted with winged grab hooks. These are engineered to protectthe links and spread the load so the chain does not need to be de-rated.

The load binder fitted with claw hooks weaken the chain and may eventually cause its failure

Turnbuckles are most suitable for tensioning chains which are attached directly to the load and where a high-strength ratingis required.

Both types of grab hooks should not be used in winching or lifting applications always used a hook with safety latch orrated d-shackle to ensure positive (captive) connection.

5.7 Always check load restraint equipmentNormal wear and tear on load-securing equipment can significantly reduce its strength and serviceability. Do not use equipment,weakened by worn or damaged components, for securing loads. If there is doubt about its safety, it should be replaced.

Never throw a chain or any restraint with metal fittingsacross a load!

In limited circumstances:

after looking under truck for pedestrians, and

in controlled access loading areas away from peopleand traffic

it may be permissible throw rope or webbing

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6. Restraining Mobile PlantLarge dynamic forces can be generated in lashings by heavy vehicles or equipment bouncing on their tyres or suspension duringa journey. You can reduce bouncing by:

Applying additional vertical lashings at each wheel. The lashings should have a manufacturers rating of at least half theweight of the load and should be fully tensioned

Locking suspension units

Tying the machine down onto blocks Removing wheels where appropriate (this will also prevent blocking timbers becoming dislodged from flexing of the

transport vehicle).

Where the mobile equipment is wider than 2.5 metres, use a widening-deck low loader, outriggers or extensions for maximumsupport. The vehicles loading deck must support at least 75% of the normal contact area of equipment, tyres or tracks. Anyunsupported tyre or track should not project more than 150mm beyond the vehicle deck or extension.

Use the lugs or lashings points provided by manufacturers on vehicles and equipment to secure them for transport. Avoid using asingle chain passed through a single lashing point as explained in the following diagrams.

Poor: Unit can slide sideways along chain. Best: Separate anchor points using hook with safety catch

All equipment should be secured by at least 4 independent tie down points. In the tracked equipment diagrams above a singleshared anchorage point (tow-pin) is used. If the pin fails this dozer would be lost.

The main body of this excavator has 4 independent tie downs attached to 4 independent tie down points.Ancillary equipment is also secured.

In the excavator photo we have 4 completely independent tie downs and this should apply to all large equipment, including

portable buildings. Be diligent about ensuring attachments such as the excavator bucket are properly attached, i.e. no quick-hitchpins missing. Note the restraint of the secondary blade and other buckets. The boom/main bucket in this example was also tieddown. More information on restraining tracked vehicles can be found in Section E of the Load Restraint Guide.


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6.1 How Much Restraint is Enough?

From Load Restraint Guide 2004:74

Compare this diagram to the load restraint standard shown on page 26 of this Guide. A simple rule is to select lashings whosecombined lashing capacity is:

in the forward direction = double the weight of load (rear restraints)

in the sideways direction = the weight of load; and

in the rearward direction = the weight of load (forward restraints).

This will meet the G force requirements and ensure loads stay put during extremes of cornering, braking, acceleration andupward forces from speed humps etc.

Lashings must be angled at less than 60 degrees to the appropriate direction of movement, or their load capacity will diminish.For example, to restrain a weight of 4 tonne (see above diagram) the following is required:

in the forward direction, two chains (C & D) which are angled at 60 degrees or less to the rearward direction each with alashing capacity of 4 tonnes

in the sideways direction, two chains (B & C or A & D) which are angled at 60 degrees or less to the sideways direction eachwith a minimum lashing capacity of 2 tonnes

in the rearward direction, two chains (A & B) which are angled at 60 degrees or less to the forward direction each with alashing capacity of 2 tonnes.

Typical Lashing Capacity

LASHING LASHING CAPACITY (LC)

12 mm synthetic (silver) rope 300 kg

25 mm webbing 250 kg

35 mm webbing 1.0 tonne

50 mm webbing 2.0 tonnes

CHAIN with claw hooks or wingedgrab hooks

with grab hooks or edge contact

6 mm transport chain (too light formost Coates Hire equipment)

2.3 tonnes 1.7 tonnes

7.3 mm transport chain 3.0 tonnes 2.3 tonnes

8 mm transport chain 4.0 tonnes 3.0 tonnes



13 mm Grade T chain 10.0 tonnes 7.5 tonnes

16 mm Grade T chain 16.0 tonnes 12.0 tonnes


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9. When to WinchWhere mobile equipment is being loaded onto tilt-tray trucks we expect a winch to be used during loading and unloading in mostcircumstances. This is an essential requirement for all Coates Hire sites and must also be followed on customer sites and otherplaces when picking up or delivering our equipment.

There are five variations on this technique:

Technique Application

Winch and Drive Only suitable if the mobile equipment is self-powered, and hasa driving station e.g. forklift, scissor lift (providing handrailsin place); wheel loader, pad foot roller etc. If the plant isfitted with seatbelts they must be worn. Boom lifts requireharnesses to be worn. Powered plant must have gradeabilityto climb slope.

Winch and Freewheel Suitable for trailer mounted equipment and other equipmentwhich has no driving position and no self-power. Large scissorlifts where erected handrails would exceed legal load heights collapse handrails and engage freewheel mechanism. Otherscissor lifts or equipment which does not have gradeability to

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10. Understanding GradeabilityThe gradeability rating of an elevated work platform (EWP) indicates the maximum gradient it can safely be driven up, when notelevated. It is measured in a number of different ways ash shown in the graph

This is of particular importance when slab EWPs are being used

Whilst safe to use on a level surface these style of EWPs are not necessarily designed to be driven up or down steep slopessuch as ramps or steep driveways

The operator must be aware of the relevance of gradeability at all times

For example 100% gradeability is a 45 slope but 20% gradeability is a 1:20 gradient or 15angle

Max Extended Operation on incline in this example is 3 due to stability being compromised by slope

11. Truck Mounted CranesVehicle Loading Cranes (VLCs) with a capacity of 10-meter/tonnes or more require a CV class high risk work licence (or C0, C1, C2,C6 Slewing Cranes class licence). Operators of smaller VLCs still need to be trained and competent.

Never operate unless outriggers are fully extended short legging is dangerous!

Never drive with jib extended

Check ground surface is stable before using outriggers

Except on concrete or very hard sealed surfaces packing should be placed under outriggers to distribute load

Look for signs of underground services or recent back filling which could affect stability

Wear a helmet during crane use

Look up and live! Look for overhead power lines and other hazards refer page 23

Use three points of contact and take great care when climbing onto trucks to attach slings or load restraints

People should not get within 3 metres of any load suspended on a crane and for each metre of lift add one metre to theseparation distance. Drivers can increase their separation from suspended loads by using a tag line.

The crane and associated equipment must be rated for the load and task.

If the truck has to be frequently relocated during a delivery or pickup, the crane outriggers must be fully stowed away andthe crane Jib lowered to a height no greater than the normal stowed height of the crane and placed within the dimensions ofthe truck.


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The VLC must be well maintained and in good condition and have an annual compliance test. This test must includethorough inspection and a validation that the crane can meet its rated working load limit. These findings must be written ona test certificate and kept in the truck and shown to Coates Hire when requested.

The crane and outriggers must be fully stowed and secured before leaving the site.

12. Low LoadersLow loaders typically are not fitted with winches. Loads cant be carried on the gooseneck of low loaders. When drivingequipment on and off low loaders side tolerances are very minimal. Use a safely positioned spotter to guide your movements.Loading must only occur on hard level surfaces. Take great care when deploying ramps.

Some loads will require special permits, codes and or gazettes to be carried, and other arrangements. Talk to your manager ifuncertain. Never use mobile plant to tow other plant on or off trucks or trailers. If you cant drive it, winch it dont tow it.


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13. Dangerous GoodsOccasionally minor quantities of dangerous goods will be carried by Coates Hire. Care must be taken not to exceed minimumquantity thresholds to control risks and meet legislative requirements.

PLACARD LOAD LIMITS

DG Class Maximum load before placarding is required

Class 1 Explosive

Limits vary by type but it is Coates Hire policy is not to carry explosives in ourvehicles. However up to 5kg of class 1.4S (such as Ramset cartridges) may becarried.

Class 2 Gasses

If any quantity of Flammable (2.1)or toxic (2.3) gases or anyPacking Group Iproducts are carried the aggregate quantity of DGs cant exceed 250Kg(L).

Packing Groups are another way of classifying DG risks they range from higherrisk PG1, to lower risk PG3.

Any quantity of Class 6.2 Cat A (Infectious Substance)

It is unlikely ever to be encountered by Coates Hire. Raw sewerage is not aClass 6.2 Cat A (Infectious Substance). Up to 10Kg(L) of other Categories ofClass 6 may be carried.

Any dangerous goods in individual bulk containers:

Limit of 500Kg(L) per container.

Total aggregate of all DG classes:Vehicle limit of 1000Kg (L)

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14. Portable BuildingsWhen carrying portable buildings use 4 independent tie downs as shown.

All windows, doors and openings must be closed and securely locked or covered. All objects inside buildings must be secured, noloose items to remain inside the building. Check external fittings such as air conditioners and hot water heaters. They must behighly secure and not protrude to either side of the vehicle when loaded otherwise the legal load width would be exceeded.

Refer to transport videos for more information on portable building transport. Partly assembled buildings need special bracingprior to transport. Contact your Coates Hire Portables Branch manager for further information.

Example of positive(captive) connectionof restraint to sub-frame of portablebuilding.

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14.1 Shipping ContainersOnly transport containers if 4 fully functional twist locks are engaged. Check all doors are well secured. Watch for fuel leaks inlarge container mounted compressors and generators. If items are not tightly packed into containers they must be securelybraced or internally secured to prevent damage, load movement or instability and or loss of load.

Shipping containers must only be transported by trucks/trailers fitted with twist locks

When carrying shipping containers Branches (as the consignor) should complete and provide a Container Weight Declaration.Road traffic authorities may intercept movements and demand to see these - so its essential to carry the declaration. Theweight declaration is aimed at keeping transporters safe by providing an accurate statement of the container and its load.

Note that some specialised Coates Hire equipment is permanently mounted in enclosures that look like a shipping container butif the equipment is permanently mounted and the container significantly modified then it is NOT classed as a shipping containerand a Container Weight Declaration is not required. Irrespective of these matters legal weight restrictions must be complied withat all times.

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PART 4 APPENDICES


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Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)Work Task:Loading, Unloading & Delivery of Plant & Equipment - Including Supplement for Loading & Unloading Skid SteerLoaders & Mini Excavators on Tilt Trays.

Qualifications & TrainingRequirements:

1. Hold relevant class of drivers licenceincluding crane operators ticket ifapplicable.

2. Be trained and competent in correctloading and unloading techniques,load restraint selection and tie downmethods.

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment):

Protective Eye Wear Gloves Hard Hat Long SafetyFootwear Sleeves Vest

About Safe Work Method Statements:

Safe Work Method Statements show how to perform different types of work safely by listing the possible hazards that maybe encountered and the safety controls to be employed for each step of the work. They are a joint effort in consultation withthe management and employees responsible for carrying out the work described and must be read in conjunction with the

relevant safe work instructions as found in the Coates and/or Manufacturers Work Instructions, Schedules, Bulletins, Alerts,Operating Instructions and Manuals etc.

Safe Work Method Statementsare subject to change so employees/contractors must always be conversant with the currentlatest versions beforethey conduct the work.

If weve missed anything or if there are any incidents or near misses (however long ago) that we need to cover off on andadd to the list, you need to let your HSEQ Manager know about it and/or bring it up at your next toolbox meeting as thisknowledge needs to be documented for the sake of others who may not be as experienced as you...and who also want to gohome safely tonight!

Procedures (in steps):

Red italic text:

Highlights accidents, near misses orincidents which have either happened to

us or contractors.

Possible Hazards Safety Controls

Blue text:

i. Denotes changes from previous issue.

ii. Shows intranet linked documents.

Denotes a fatality as aresult of the hazard.

0.Before Proceeding 0.1 You must be fully conversant with all current information on the safe use andoperation of the delivery vehicle you drive and the plant and equipment you arerequired to operate (e.g. vehicle winch, vehicle crane, tilt tray etc. as well as and anyplant and equipment that you are loading or unloading which you may be requiredto start and operate). This information is contained in:

(i) The Coates Hire Truck Drivers Guide.(ii) The truck driver loading videos (on our website)

(iii) The Operating and Safety Instructions for the vehicle you are driving.(iv) The Operating and Safety Instructions for the equipment being transported.(v) Any Safety Alerts, Bulletins, Directives and Hazard Information which have beenissued for the delivery vehicle or model or type of equipment being transported.(vi) Any Other Supplementary Information that may be issued from time to time.

0.2 Ensure that the destination you are to load/unload plant and equipment isappropriate for the task including:

(i) Suitably firm ground to suit the vehicle and load, especially tilt trays.(ii) Suitable means of loading/unloading plant and equipment e.g. availability ofa crane or a forklift, or a purpose built unloading bay, ramp or dock when loading/

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Red italic text:

Highlights accidents, near misses or

incidents which have either happened to

us or contractors.


Blue text:Shows intranet linked documents.

Denotes a fatality as a result of thehazard.

1. Position Vehicle for Loading orUnloading

General Hazards When Positioning Vehicle for Loading or Unloading:

1.1 Vehicle faulty or vehicle tampered with overnight:

Before starting or operating the vehicle walk around it and do a quick VISUALCHECK for anything unsafe (i.e. a problem could have become evident or vehiclecould have been tampered with overnight or between shifts).

Include the following checks:

(i) Damage No damage to the vehicle since last used.(ii) Leaks No water, fuel or oil leaks, including hydraulic rams and hoses.(iii) Guards, Doors & Vandal Covers Guards and covers in place and secure, doorsclosed/secured.(iv) Fire Extinguisher (if fitted) Check charged ok and fitment secure.(v) Tyres & Wheels Tyre, wheel and rim condition, wheel nut tightness and tyreinflation ok.(vi) Grab Rails, Footholds, Steps Check clean and secure, not damaged, loose,slippery (from grease or mud).

1.2 Vehicle faulty or service checks overdue:

At the beginning and end of each work shift and prior to driving or operating the

vehicle, refer to the Coates Vehicle Logbook. Ensure Driver Checks are up to dateand any known or suspected faults recorded and reported. Any safety related faultsmust be corrected or the vehicle withdrawn from service.

1.3 Entrapment, being run over,or vehicle rolling away out of control:

(i) Ensure vehicle is parked on firm level ground as far as practicable and applyhandbrake.(ii) Do not crawl under vehicle with the engine running, or if there is a risk of thevehicle rolling away.(iii) Avoid walking between parked vehicles or the front/rear of a vehicle parkedclose to a wall.

2. Loading & Unloading General Hazards Prior to Loading/Unloading:

2.1 Equipment or goods to be loaded, unloaded or transported found to be faulty ordangerous to driver or other personnel:

(i)If Faulty:Driver to attach an Out Service tag with details of the problem(s)identified by the driver or reported by the customer (or other person).(ii)If Dangerous to Use or Operate:As fitted, driver to turn the main switch andbattery isolator off and securely attach a Danger Do Not Operate tag to thecontrol panel before the equipment or goods leave your control. In the absence of acontrol panel, driver must attach tag to a prominent location.

N.B.Do not tie Out of Service or Danger Do Not Operate tags to the start orignition keys as the tag can flap around in the wind and pull the key out of thestart or ignition switch and get lost in transit.(iii) If you cannot load, unload or transport the equipment or goods safely you mustreport this to your supervisor before proceeding with the work task and develop asafe work method (approved by your supervisor) before continuing.


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2. Loading & Unloading contd Hazards Prior to Loading/After Unloading Generating Sets:

2.2Risk of Electric Shock or Electrocution:

If it is necessary to start or run a generator prior to loading it (or after unloadingit) and it has not been pre-hire checked you must ensure the following before youstart the genset:

(i) Any old cables, cable off-cuts and all foreign matter has been removed from the

genset.(ii) That the genset has not had its output leads chopped off leaving exposeduninsulated tails.

Link: See also Coates Hire Safety Alert No. 35.

N.B.

Only authorised, trained and competent persons are to disconnect the outputleads.

Gensets found to have output leads with exposed uninsulated tails mustnot be started. As fitted, driver to turn the main switch (circuit breaker) andbattery isolator OFF and securely attach a Danger Do Not Operatetag tothe generator control panel beforethe genset leaves your control.

Do not tie Out of Serviceor Danger Do Not Operate tags to the start orignition keys as the tag can flap around in the wind and pull the key out of thestart or ignition switch and get lost in transit.

General Hazards when Loading/Unloading:

2.3 Slipping, tripping and falling from vehicle:

(i) Be very aware of oil and liquid spills, dirt, gravel, other debris, chains, slings andtie-downs and other obstacles when walking on tray. Remove/clean up oil andliquid spills, dirt gravel and other debris as necessary.(ii) Where possible always try and maintain a firm hand hold on the railings/handholds of the vehicle, plant or equipment being transported.

(iii) When climbing into or out of cabs, or climbing on or off plant or equipment orthe vehicles tray, try to maintain 3-point contact.

2.4 Equipment or goods falling from vehicle, forklift, crane etc. during loading andloading:

(i) All personnel should stand clear forklifts, cranes, moving loads and equipment orgoods.(ii) Safe Zones & No Go Zones must be established around the vehicle whenloading and unloading.Link: See on Coates Hire intranet: Safe Zones & Exclusion Zones inside back cover.(iii) Personnel are only allowed in No Go Zones while conducting essential taskse.g. connecting/disconnecting chain slings etc., and these tasks must only beconducted when all load and/or vehicular movement (forklift/crane movement etc.)

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(iv) When loading/unloading plant and equipment, the following is not permitted:a. Driving or winchingplant from one truck or trailer to another via ramps.Link: Coates Hire Safety Alert No. 57 : Fatality caused by an EWP falling off rampsb. Driving or winchingplant between a truck and an unhitched trailer(or viceversa).c. Driving or winchingplant from one truck or trailer to another of unequal trayheight.(v) Loading and unloading plant between one truck or trailer and another is notpermitted

2.5 Ice on road and the changing weight distribution when loading/unloadingcausing vehicle to slide out of control downhill into a ditch, other parked vehicles

etc:

Check weather forecast/road conditions and exercise caution during inclementweather.

Hazards when driving MEWPs over unfamiliar terrain:

2.6 The wheel load of an MEWP can cause the sudden collapse of undergroundservices and/or the wheels to drop into hidden voids resulting in the MEWP tipping

over and/or catapulting or ejecting the operator from the platform.

Ref. WA Incident, Dec 2010

(i) Prior to driving an MEWP, ensure that the terrain to be driven on is stable andcapable of supporting the wheel load of the MEWP in question. Note that becauseof the extremely heavy counterweight on boom type MEWPs, they tend to havevery high wheel loads!(ii) Closely inspect the ground to be driven over, including consultation with therelevant site authority to ascertain the location of no go areas especially softuncompacted ground and areas with underground voids, drains, pits and servicesetc. (view site plans/drawings etc.).(iii) Never drive slab terrain MEWPs on rough terrain ground.(iv) Restrain yourself by wearing a safety harness in Boom type MEWPs.(v) When travelling in a boom type MEWP, try to keep the boom retracted and the

basket low to the ground this reduces the boom leverage and minimises anycatapulting effect.

Link: Coates Safety Alert No. 64: Wheel of Boom type MEWP which droppedsuddenly into an unseen void causing a fatality.

Hazards when Loading/Unloading Rollers:

2.7 Roller drum can lose traction and slip sideways when loading up a wet ramp orslippery surface causing the roller to slip off the ramp and the roller torollover.

Take care when driving up a wet ramp or slippery surface. Keep personnel clear.


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Hazards when Loading/Unloading Semi Trailers:

2.8 Unhitched semi trailer counter balancing, catapulting or collapsing when beingloaded:

(i) Management authorisation must be sought BEFORE loading onto unhitched semitrailers.(ii) Mobile plant MUST NOT be driven or loaded onto an unhitched trailer.

2.9Uncontrolled fall of hinged loading ramps:

Ensure all personnel are clear of the loading ramp swing arc area when the ramps arebeing lowered or raised, or when the ramps are raised and not secured.

Hazards when using the Vehicle Crane, Tilting Tray or Tip Truck when Loading/Unloading:

2.10 Electrocution from overhead power lines when elevating crane, tilt tray or tipper:

Ensure recommended distances from power lines are maintained when operatingcrane or raising the tilt tray or tipper. Remember the motto Look Up & Live.

Hazards when using a Tilting Tray when Loading/Unloading:

2.11 Equipment sliding down or off an inclined tray in an uncontrolled manner:

(i) The winch cable must always be connected to the equipment when loading/unloading any skid mounted, trailed or self-propelled equipment on or off a tiltingtray.(ii) When the equipment has been winched onto the truck, you must fully lower thetray:a. Before you manoeuvre or adjust the position of any item of plant or equipment onthe tray.Note: When loading boom lifts, the final positioning of the basket must be donevia the ground controls the tucking under of baskets must NOT occur with anoperator in the basketb. Before you correctly secure the load using appropriate load restraints on thedesignated tie down points. Note that winching points may be winching points onlyi.e. not designed to be used as a winch and a tie down point.(iii) Winch rope(s) and chains must only be connected to winching points (not tiedown or lifting points).(iv) Where possible the winch cable should be connected to the equipment by way ofchains fitted with safety latches or rated d shackles.Link: Coates Safety Alert Nos. 19, 27 & 38.


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2. Loading & Unloading contd Hazards when winching plant and equipment on or off a Tilting Tray:

2.12 Winch failure and/or equipment sliding down an inclined tray or falling off theside of vehicle

(i) Correctly position plant and equipment to be winched squarely behind tray.(ii) If winching steered plant, (in a winch and free-wheel situation) before winchingcommences, ensure the wheels of the steered plant are free-wheeled, have hadtheir brakes released (as applicable), and are pointing straight ahead and alignedparallel to side of tray.(iii) During the winching process ensure machine stays parallel to side of tray.(iv) When using remote or radio controlled winches always operate the winch fromthe ground. At no time stand behind the inclined tray of truck.

2.13 Towed equipment can disconnect from the winch cable and slide down aninclined tray if not positively connected:

Winch cables must be connected to the equipment in a positive way that preventsdisconnection of the chain should the chain be knocked or become slack.

Examples of positive ways of connection are

Chain hooks fitted with safety latches

Suitably rated bow or D-shackles

Link: See Coates Safety Alert No. 59: Positive Connection of Winch Cables toTowed Equipment.

2.14 Square or rectangular section wheel chocks can become lethal projectiles whenwinching mobile or trailer mounted equipment:

NSW Incident, June 2009

When using wheel chocks, use only chocks which are contoured to the tyrediameter.

When winching DO NOTplace square or rectangular blocks made from timber,composite or steel etc. in front of or behind the wheels of the equipment being

winched e.g. to align steering etc. or to take the weight of the machine.The

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