Preparing and operating ride on rollers to compact materials in the workplace

1 . What is the purpose of a risk assessment?

2. a) What is the purpose of a Method Statement and b) what is required of the operator in regard to a method statement?

3. Where should the ride-on roller’s Operator’s Manual be kept and why?

4. In regard to material surface, what is meant by “CROSS FALL”

5. In regard to material surface, what is meant by “CAMBER”

6. If checking the oil/ fluid levels using a dipstick, why must gloves be worn?

7. What is the purpose of a ROPS cab or frame?

8. During work, the engine starts to overheat. Explain the danger if someone tries to remove the radiator or expansion tank cap.

9. The roller has to be travelled up a slope. What should be checked before starting?

10. a) What is the minimum distance allowed near open trenches when travelling to the working area with a ride-on roller and b) explain why.

11. If travelling on wet soils, what effect does this have on the ride-on roller?

12. Why must the seat belt be worn at all times, even though a ROPS frame is fitted?

13. Give THREE possible reasons why ride-on rollers should not stray off the designated travel routes.

Reason 1

Reason 2

Reason 3

14. If setting up to work in a pedestrianised area, state THREE factors that need to be taken into account.

Factor 1

Factor 2

Factor 3

15. a) What determines the minimum distances that any part of plant and machinery has to be kept from overhead electricity lines, and b) explain why a distance should be keep.

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