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minimum requirements GoToscope

operator qualifications, skills and training

swinging taildoors

Only operate if you have the appropriate class of licence, are competent and have the skills to do the assigned task safely

This guide sets out our minimum operational requirements when using swinging taildoors and highlights key safety steps

Applies to all Fulton Hogan, subcontractors and hired plant

minimum PPE requirements additional PPE based on risk assessment controls

right hand top pivot catches ... must have a primary and secondary locking device ... both locks must be engaged when the taildoor is closed (there are many different types in the business)

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2taildoor trips (triggers)

20mm min grip

... understand how your taildoor works

some hinges need to bepinned before swinging

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PTO typesecondarylocking pin

linkage operatedprimary lock

secondarylocking clip

primary lock

sprung-loaded secondarylocking pin

primary lock

taildoor hinges (there are many different types in the business)3

need a minimum of 20mm grip

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... that the load is not pushing on the taildoor.

... there is room to fully swing the taildoor around to the side of the deck .... for high winds and slopes that could cause you to lose control of the taildoor

all taildoors are to beclosed & locked when driving

top pivot and side catchesmust have independent primary& secondary locking devices

trips (triggers) need a minimumof 20mm grip

remember

swinging the taildoor

We would like to acknowledgethe contribution of the followingFulton Hogan staff in preparing

this quick guide

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We are always competentand licensed (where required)to operate

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additional information

... trucks less than 9T GVM cannot have swinging taildoors

... non-essential swinging taildoors should be removed from the business and replaced with drop down options

... remaining swinging taildoors require Regional / Project Manager approval

... taildoor open dashboard warning lights and buzzers must be fitted

5side securing catches

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... must have primary & secondary locking devices.

... both locks must be engaged when the taildoor is swung to the side

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... warning signs must be visible when the taildoor is locked to the side

(there are many different types in the business)

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secondarylock

chain typesecondary lock

primarylock

8additional controls

continually monitor the risks and review and adjust the controls as needed for the duration of the work... know what to do in an emergency