Brake Press Safe Work Procedure or Work Method Statement

The Safety Procedure includes:

• Operators Requirements
• New Operator Induction
• Site Awareness
• Pre-Start Checks
• Preparation
• Operation
• On Completion
• General Maintenance
• Risk Ratings

• MS Word Format
• This Is Not A Blank Template
• Multiple page document
• Delivered via email within 2 business hours

General Air Compressor Safety Information:

Brake Presses need to be used with caution and appropriate safety procedures.

The Brake Press procedure is Not A Blank Template. Safety Procedures can be edited or customised in MS Word if required.

Brake Press Safety Notes

Before Operating A Brake Press:

• Check all guards to ensure they are operating and in place.
• Check emergency stop switches are working.
• Ensure heavy items are supported.
• Ensure foot pedal is placed out of the way of material to be bent.
• Keep hands well clear of blade area.

References:

Queensland – Department of Industrial Relations - Manufacturing Industry - Sprains and strains prevention fact sheet.
Queensland – Guide to safeguarding common machinery and plant.
New South Wales – WorkCover – Safe operating Procedure – Brake Press (Sample).
South Australia – SafeWork - Metal Fabrication Industry - Machine Guarding Brochure.
SAI Global – AS/NZS 1219-1994 Power Presses – Safety Requirements.
SAI Global - AS4024.1-2006 Safety of machinery.
United States Department of Labor - Occupational Safety & Health Administration - OSHA - Regulations (Standards - 29 CFR) - Mechanical power presses. - 1910.217.