Turf Cutter Risk Assessment & Safe Operating Procedure – Editable & Ready to Use
A turf cutter
is a self-propelled machine used to remove grass and soil in strips, revealing the ground underneath. Commonly used in landscaping, sports turf maintenance, and ground preparation, this equipment presents a number of workplace hazards that must be properly managed.
This Turf Cutter Risk Assessment
has been professionally developed to help you recognise and control key risks—ensuring your workforce operates the equipment safely and in full compliance with health and safety requirements.
Hazards covered in this assessment include:
✅ Manual handling
and vibration-related injuries
✅ Flying debris
and projectiles during operation
✅ Noise exposure
and prolonged equipment use
✅ Slips, trips, and falls on uneven terrain
✅ Fuel handling
and engine-related risks
This file contains:
✅ A mostly completed Turf Cutter Risk Assessment
– fully editable to suit your project or site-specific conditions
✅ A Safe Operating Procedure (SOP)
– providing step-by-step guidance on setup, use, and shut down of the turf cutter
Download your Turf Cutter Safety Pack today
to reduce risk, improve compliance, and protect operators and site staff during turf removal tasks.
