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Use the
matrix to
determine
the risk
Consequences
Insignificant
Minor
Moderate
Major
Catastrophic
Almost
certain
High
11
High
16
Extreme
20
Extreme
20
Extreme
25
Likely
Moderate
7
High
12
High
17
Extreme
21
Extreme
24
Possible
Low
4
Moderate
8
High
13
Extreme
18
Extreme
22
Unlikely
Low
2
Low
5
Moderate
9
High
14
Extreme
19
Rare
Low
1
Low
3
Moderate
6
High
10
High
15
Risks associated with operating a drain cleaning jetter - for use on daily
Potential Hazard
Risk
Rating
Controls
Entanglement with jetting
hose (tripping, falling)
13
Minimise trip hazards through use of hose reel
Ensure firm footing before starting jetter
High pressure water jet
13
Display jetting in progress warning notice near jetter
Wear eye protection & PPE
Use high pressure resistant gloves
w
Always point jet at area to be cleaned
Utilization of barriers to ensure bystanders are
kept away from work area
Stop jetting if person(s) enter working area
Never leave jetter unattended
Never point spray jet at person(s) or animal(s)
Never put your hand over the jetter nozzle whilst
operating
Stop jetting if a malfunction occurs
Injury from whipping hose
1. at machine start
up
2. as drain hose is
withdrawn from
hose
3. If coupling fails
13
When starting jetter, firmly hold end of hose
pointing down to the ground (with no nozzle
attached)
Markings on hose to indicate distance to end of hose
Train the operator
Use of safety plate over drain entrance
Connect hose restraint around junction of hose & gun
or hose & remote mini reel
Suffocation
18
Do not operate engine without suitable ventilation
User to undertake confined spaces training
Manual handling
18
Operator’s manual
Staff training in manual handling
Long handled drain cover keys
High temperature (from en-
gine muffler and other compo
-
nents)
11
Warning sticker on engine
Keep clear of hot engine parts
Fire or explosion
18
Do not operate jetter in explosive atmosphere
Turn off engine & allow to cool before refuelling
Recharge batteries using correct charger
Wear eye & face protection when working near battery
Noise
11
Hearing protection
Dislodged particles in atmo-
sphere
20
Never clean asbestos with high pressure water
Use of eye protection
Electrocution if water contacts
electricity
19
Do not aim water jet at electrical equipment
Slipping
17
Use of proper footwear on wet surfaces
Contact with foul water or
sewage
17
Personal protective equipment such as gloves,
overalls, boots, eye and/or face protection etc
Operator to use good basic hygiene
Contact with chemical cleaners
used to clean drains
22
Chemical cleaners to only be used as last resort when
other methods have failed
Areas to be kept well ventilated
Staff to follow manufacturer’s instructions at all
times for use, storage & disposal of cleaners
Staff to wear the appropriate PPE
Respiratory protection
3
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