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RIPOTS : BA 01
Prepare and set up plant and machinery

The large machines capable of developing pressures of about 3000 tons and producing bales of varying lengths are mounted above ground and because of their physical height, require staircases to reach control cabins. Cranes are used to load the feed box. Generally the operator in his control cabin will have a good view of the whole baling operation.

Relevant Training Session: H & S at work, Safety rules and procedures, machine familiarisation, checking the energy source, regular maintenance.

Learning Outcome: This unit is designed to confirm that the candidate is able to prepare and set up plant and machinery. It confirms that the candidate is able to carry out pre-shift checks and record and report the findings. It ensures that the candidate is able to check the machine’s energy source according to manufacturers’ instructions and comply with relevant H & S legislation. Similarly, the unit ensures that the candidate is able to check that relevant equipment for the plant is confirmed as fit for purpose.

Assessment: Trainees will be encouraged to build their skills by guided practice, culminating in a formal practical assessment, together with a knowledge questionnaire.

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Health and Safety at Work

• Employers’ duties and instructors’ and employees’ responsibilities under HASAWA and PUWER • Management of H & S Regulations 1999. • The importance of risk assessments and how they will be an integral part of the course. • The use of permit to work systems when carrying out maintenance • Methods to lock out & isolate controls • Protection of trailer wheels • Stability of machine • Use of radio communications with the crane operator • Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 1992 in relation to baler operations. • The role of the H & S and EHO inspectors

Safety Rules and Procedures

• The safety rules and safe operating procedures relevant to the machine. • Relate rules and procedures to company risk assessments.

Replenishment of the Energy Source

• Understand the safety precautions relevant to checking the energy source; including PPE and COSHH risk assessment where applicable.

Maintenance

• The difference between daily maintenance checks and take-over checks. • The importance of the manufacturer’s handbook for specific detail. • The operator’s responsibility to report faults. • The need for a recording system. • Checking integrity of power source – electric / engine • Checking interlocks • Checking guards • Hydraulic pipework • Metal fatigue • Use of hydraulic controls.