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The Bale Cutter Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Incorrect equipment set-up
- Untrained personnel
- 2. Bale inspection
- Improper handling
- Sharp objects on bale
- 3. Lifting the bale
- Back injuries
- Slips & falls
- Hitting nearby objects
- 4. Positioning the bale
- Crushing hazards
- Incorrect positioning
- 5. Securing the bale
- Loose or improperly adjusted straps
- 6. Cutting procedure
- Blade accidents
- Flying debris
- 7. Removal of cut material
- Manual lifting
- Slips & trips
- 8. Cleaning the area
- Exposure to dust and debris
- Tripping hazards
- 9. Blade replacement
- Accidental cuts
- Improper tool usage
- 10. Machine maintenance
- Electrical hazards
- Unexpected start-up
- 11. Waste disposal
- Incorrect lifting techniques
- Exposure to hazardous materials
- 12. Tool storage
- Misplacement
- Unauthorised access to tools