Weed Control (Herbicides) SWMS 10295-6

Weed Control (Herbicides) SWMS | Safe Work Method Statement

This Weed Control (Herbicides) Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers hazards and controls associated with chemical weed control involving the use of herbicides.

The method of application is foliar spraying, where the herbicide is diluted with water or diesel and using a hose and handgun spray over the foliage (back pack or vehicle mounted pump).

Additional controls are included for Slips, Trips & Falls, Hazardous Substances, Hazardous Manual Tasks, Outdoor Work & Environmental Considerations.

Bonus Spray Plan included with this SWMS.

Job Steps Covered in Weed Control (Herbicides) SWMS:

(includes potential hazards & control measures)

1. Training
2. Planning
3. Working Outdoors
4. Transporting Chemicals
5. Arrival On-site & Assess On-site Conditions
6. Prepare Intended Work Area
7. Environment
8. Conduct Visual Pre-inspection of Equipment
9. Mixing & Decanting
10. Weed Spraying
11. On Completion
12. Emergency Response

Weed Control (Herbicides) SWMS Includes

Risk Assessment Matrix | Hierarchy of Controls | PPE Requirements | Emergency Response

 

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