Posted By Mike Miller Hi everyone! I have been asked to produce risk assessments/ method statements for a new machine that the company has just ordered. I had some discussion with management on this and expressed my concerns because of the dangers of inexperienced persons operating what was in essence (an amputation device) It puts out about 2000lbs PSI. Its a two man Operated large tow behind vehicle machine with miles of hose, a lance and several end fitings. My concerns were overuled because appharently the drian contractors we use charge about 90 quid for the first hour of call out and this machine can pay for itself in 12 months. Does anyone have a copy of a RA or MS or information to assist me with this process. I will of course have the manufacturers instructions and H&S literature but I would be gratefull for any outside help I can get. training will be a big issue here but I doubt that the company has even thought of that. 'Would take the gloss of the projected savings if they cost up all the IITS stuff'. They are cost/savings driven at the moment and nothing can distract them. Everything is under review so I had better watch what I say. Cheers Mike.

Posted By Brett Day Mike sorry but am a little rusty on my pressure washing but here's a couple of things that you might want to consider: Exclusion zones to keep others clear of the jet and ejecta, Run off and sequencing the work so that the operators don't move over wet (and possibly slippery) areas that they have created, You say it's a two man what happens if one falls over, how would it be shut down ? hope that helps, anyone else any ideas ??

Posted By Mike Miller Nice one colleagues, Very useful. Please keep them coming. Mike

Posted By Ian Dimbleby I would go back to the basics. You have just ordered the machine, ask the manufacturers to supply the operators with a training course, also ask them for technical or operating information that will help form the basis of your risk assessment.

Posted By Brett Day Mike yes please to the mouse joke, I'll send you a seasonal if slightly dark aviation joke ! Brett