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This course is suitable for operators, supervisors, safety officers and managers who working in the industry.  The course will help individuals understand the risks associated with operating a shredder and offer theoretical knowledge and practical training to ensure safe operation and competence in the workplace.

Who should attend?

Experienced and Novice, Operator and Managers responsible for shredder equipment.

What will be covered?

  • Laws and Regulations
  • Role of an Operator
  • Near Miss and accident reporting
  • What are the risks
  • Emergency stops
  • Machine guarding
  • Safety devices
  • PPE
  • Safety with conveyors
  • Emergency procedures
  • Fires
  • Clean down procedures
  • Prestart checks
  • Start-up procedures and normal shutdown procedures
  • Lock out procedures
  • Permit to works
  • Unblocking a shredder
  • Transporting mobile shredders on and off site
  • Siting the shredder
  • Maintaining a safe working area
  • Changing rear gates
  • Access to height
  • Things to look out for during operations
  • Safety with hydraulics
  • Greasing and refuelling

Other areas of interest

  • Screener safety training
  • Heath and safety in the waste industry
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