Air Compressor Operation (Including Pre-Operational Inspection and Shutdown Procedure)

The SWMS-CMP-001 document provides a comprehensive framework for managing safety risks associated with the operation of air compressors. It addresses critical hazards such as hose whip, pressure injection injuries, and fire risks due to fuel spills. This document is essential for supervisors and workers in industries where air compressors are used, ensuring compliance with WHS regulations and best practices for workplace safety.

• Hose whip; coupling failure
• Pressure injection injury; struck-by ejected debris
• NIHL; HAVS (hand-arm vibration syndrome)
• Fuel spill; fire
• Stored pressure release
• Catastrophic failure
• Skin penetration by compressed air
• Soil/water; air
• Drift

• WHS Reg 2017 Part 5.1 & 5.3 Plant
• AS 2550.1
• AS 4024 series
• AS 4332 (where applicable)
• WHS Reg 2017 Part 5.1 & 5.3 Plant
• AS 2550.1
• AS 4024 series
• AS/NZS 2210
• AS/NZS 1269
• AS/NZS 1270
• AS/NZS 2763
• AS 1940
• WHS Reg 2017 Part 5.1 & 5.3 Plant
• AS 2550.1
• AS 4024 series
• AS 3788
• WHS Act 2011
• WHS Regulation 2017
• AS 3788
• WHS Reg 2017 Part 5.1 & 5.3 Plant
• AS 2550.1
• AS 4024 series
• EPA Act
• AS 1940
• WHS Reg 2017 Sch 18 (HRCW)
• Code of Practice: Construction work