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PRESSURE CLEANER OPERATOR'S MANUAL
SAFETY
SAFETY
Precautions
Using a High Pressure Water Cleaner (HPWC) can be very hazardous and all operators must be trained and
competent. Do not operate machine alone, a second operator should always be present.
High pressure water jets can easily penetrate the skin, never place any part of your body in front of the high pressure
nozzle.
Completely drain water from all components if freezing conditions are expected. Ice forming inside pump/hoses can
cause significant personal injury or equipment damage.
Site and Work Area
When working on a construction site, adhere to all signage and ensure correct worksite PPE is worn.
Always assess the site and plan your work prior to set up of the HPWC. Things to consider are:
Potential work area hazards
Potential environmental issues
Appropriate control measures
Safety standards
Emergency procedures
The work area should be adequately ventilated, well lit and free from obstructions. Block off the area using barriers to
keep bystanders and non-essential persons away. Barriers should be erected at a distance outside the effective range
of the high pressure spray so that it is no longer harmful to persons or animals.
Appropriate signage such as "DANGER – HIGH PRESSURE WATER CLEANING EQUIPMENT IN USE" should be
clearly visible to anyone approaching the work area. Nearby workers should be notified of intended operations prior to
commencing works.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Always wear the appropriate protective equipment.
Good Workplace Health and Safety practices and other risk control measures are not replaced by the use of personal
protective equipment. Preventative measures should always be explored before considering the requirement of PPE.
Where PPE is issued, training in the correct use and maintenance should be provided to all operators and workers.
Head protection
Where required, head protection complying with AS/NZS 1801: 1997: Occupational protective helmets
should be worn.
Eye protection
Eye protection suitable for the task, of good fit on the worker and complying with AS/NZS 1337: 2010
(Series): Personal eye protection should always be worn when the worker is near jetting operations. The
worker in direct control of the flow of water should as a minimum, wear safety glasses and a face shield
complying with AS/NZS 1337.
Where liquids which can cause eye damage are being used at the workplace it may be necessary to use
a combination of a face shield visor and goggles or a full hood with shield.
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