1. STOP Stand Back & observe

    2. THINK through the Task

    3. IDENTIFY Safety Issue

    4. ASSESS & CONTROL risks

    5. CONTINUALLY monitor risks

    • Crew must have zero influence of drugs and alcohol

    • Crew must communicate pre-existing conditions/injuries

    • Crew must manage fatigue

    • Is there any reason Crew should not be onsite?

    • Are you physically able to complete the work today?

    • Steel Caps are required on All shifts

    • Safety Vests are required on All shifts

    • Hard Hats are required on All shifts (ANSI Approved)

    • Location of Toilets

    • Emergency Assembly Point / Evacuation Routes

    • 1st Aid Location / Defibrillators

    • Smoking Areas

    • No Smoking within 5 metres of venue entrance

    • Keep a safe distance from vehicles at all times

    • Wear Hi Vis safety vests near vehicles

    • Always use hazard lights & have someone guide trucks into position

    • No Smoking within 5 metres of vehicles

    • Check for ANSI safety sticker

    • Never use a faulty ladder

    • Always ensure crew foot the ladder and keep a 4:1 ratio

    • Avoid standing on the top two rungs

    • Never operate equipment without correct qualifications

    • Know how to stop equipment in your area

    • Keep a safe distance from machinery being operated

    • Ask Supervisors questions if you are unsure about anything

    • Ensure Supervisors know your whereabouts at all times

    • Communicate the task at hand when lifting equipment

    • Follow the directions of Senior Crew Members

    • Let the office know you will arrive on time before each Shift

    • SMS your work times at the end of each shift (EG 0900 1300 or 0900 1300 1330 1700 if 30 min break taken at 1300pm)

    • Lift correctly – bend knees, keep back straight

    • Never attempt to lift too heavy a load

    • Never lift extra heavy cables packers, unpack them and carry in sections

    • Correct numbers for lift – use 4 crew where possible Pack trucks safely, follow experienced crew

    • Take care on truck ramps, never let go of cases on top of ramps

    • Take care operating vehicle tail lifters, always call out movements

    • Form into squads of three, four or five Crew Members each

    • Experienced Crew to lead Squads and report to Supervisor

    • Always report to your Supervisor for new tasks

    • No discriminatory or intimidating conduct is tolerated

    • Never argue onsite, work for the team, not the individual

    • Do not question the instructions of your Supervisor

    • Inspect all electrical equipment prior to use

    • Only use equipment with current test and tag

    • Never connect electrical cables unless instructed

    • Never touch Powerlock until trained EVEN if instructed by client - see Megacrew Supervisor

    • All cabling should be disconnected prior to rolling

    • Figure 8 or lazy 8 excess electrical cable

    • Hard hats must be worn whenever riggers are working overhead

    • Maintain a safe distance from boom lifts and scissor lifts

    • Never stand under points being raised or lowered (unless assisting the rigger)

    • Never touch a chain motor until trained EVEN if instructed by client - see Megacrew Supervisor

    • Groundies must be assigned to all Riggers or EWP operators

    • All overhead workers must have tools lanyarded and pockets emptied

    • Plan carefully for weather conditions such as heat, rain, wind or otherwise

    • Wear your Hi Vis Vest over rain coats

    • Wear sunscreen, hats and appropriate clothing in extreme heat

    • Stay hydrated, always bring your own water to every Shift

    • Railroad cables when gaffing

    • Stack cases neatly

    • Tidy up back of house areas

    • Tidy up drapes

    • Go the extra mile to make the client happy

    • Stay OFF mobile phones (hands-free or otherwise)

    • All incidents/near misses, hazards, or unacceptable behavior should be reported to your Supervisor or call 1300 973 016 24 hours a day, 7 days

    • For serious incidents call 000 immediately

    • Always work as a team, look out for your workmates and others onsite, and uphold the values of Megacrew

    • Senior Crew Members should always partner with junior Crew to continually train them in safe & efficient work methods

    • Put in 110% effort for the client, stay motivated throughout the shift, proactively seek new tasks, perform them safely and quickly, to the best of your ability, until the job is done

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