This is a risk assessment for a Petrol Post Driver/Rammer tool (RECENTLY UPDATED)
A post driver / rammer is designed for one man operation to knock any size, stake, peg or post into the ground – up to a 4″ diameter. The high impact hammer action of the driver/ rammer will drive a post into the ground in a matter of seconds.
The Hazards and risks include Strains and sprains, hand injuries (HAVS) musculoskeletal disorders, slip, trip and fall injuries, hernias, foot injuries. Fuel, noise and more. Underground services. Refuelling and more.
This file contains
APost Driver/Rammer Risk Assessment
which will give you a perfect indication of the hazards associated with the activity, along with the risks and controls and PPE you must have in place. This assessment is designed for a petrol operated Post Driver/Rammer Edit any of the text and adapt existing the text within the assesment to suit your own environment or activity.
A safe Operating Procedure
This SOP informs and instructs employees of on the key health and safety hazards and controls to remember when using the post driver. The aim is to achieve efficiency, quality output and uniformity of performance, while reducing miscommunication and failure to comply with industry regulations.
