Coates Safety Initatives

I COMMIT to stopping and thinking before starting any unfamiliar task and using our Risk Assessment tools to manage and assess risk first.

To SAFELY carry out my role I will ensure I am trained or deemed competent to complete the task and have a valid certification or licence, if required.

I am SUPPORTED to only attend work when I am mentally well, physical fit and wearing the correct PPE to safely perform my role.

I COMMIT to using lock out tag out principles when working on any plant or equipment to prevent harm or injury to myself or work mates.

Coates leadership team give me the POWER to stop work if it is unsafe, to speak up, report hazards and eliminate risk.

Coates leadership team give me the POWER to verify load dimensions, weight, restraint equipment and the suitability of the transport vehicle for the safety of our people, trusted partners and customers.

I will ensure I am EQUIPPED to follow load/unload procedures and use physical barriers to keep people safe from moving equipment and use the vehicle winch to protect myself.

I PROMISE to always use the correct techniques and mechanical lifting aids to protect my body and wellbeing.

I COMMIT to being fit to drive and to drive responsibly, for my safety and the safety of others on the road.

I PROMISE to always wear fall protection and prevention equipment to protect my body from harm or injury.

Every Coates machine carries a printed service sticker detailing the machine's service program, when and where the machine was serviced and who it was serviced by.

For small plant, we supply Operating and Safety Instruction sheets at Branch level to advise the customer how to operate the equipment safely.

We also produce a range of logbooks to enable operators to “safety check” the equipment before use, as well as record any faults that might have been found.