Tractor Scraper (Earthmoving Scraper) Plant and Equipment Risk Assessment (PERA)

Ensure the safe operation of a Tractor Scraper (Earthmoving Scraper) with this professionally developed Plant and Equipment Risk Assessment (PERA).

Purpose-built for Australian civil and construction worksites, this document helps you identify hazards, implement effective control measures, and maintain compliance with WHS obligations when operating tamping foot compactors in demanding ground conditions.

Developed using JSEAsy Safety Software, this PERA is available for instant download.

Product Overview

A Tractor Scraper (also known as a Wheel Tractor-Scraper or simply a “scraper”) is a versatile, heavy-duty earthmoving machine designed to cut, load, haul, and spread material—all in one self-contained unit. It acts as a “Swiss Army knife” for large-scale dirt work, replacing the need for separate excavators and dump trucks on projects like road construction and mine sites.

This PERA provides a structured, pre-completed risk assessment framework to help you quickly identify and manage these risks on-site—without starting from scratch.

A Plant and Equipment Risk Assessment is a systematic process used to identify, assess, and control risks associated with machinery use, ensuring safe operation, maintenance, and handling in accordance with Australian WHS requirements.

Key Hazards Covered

This risk assessment specifically addresses:

• Entanglement and Entrapment
• Exposure to Rotating or Moving Parts
• Electrical
• Explosion and Fire
• Slips, Trips, Falls and Abrasions
• Environmental

Why You Need This PERA

Operating Tractor Scraper equipment without a structured risk assessment significantly increases the likelihood of incidents, plant damage, and non-compliance.

Using a standardised PERA ensures:

• Compliance with Australian WHS legislation
• Consistent and thorough hazard identification
• Reduced risk of injury, plant incidents, and downtime
• Improved communication of safety controls to workers
• Audit-ready documentation for clients and regulators

JSEAsy templates are designed to eliminate gaps commonly found in generic or manually created safety documents.

Who Is This For?

This PERA is ideal for:

• Civil and earthworks contractors
• Construction companies
• Plant operators and subcontractors
• Site supervisors and project managers
• WHS managers and safety professionals

If your work involves earth scraping, this document is essential.

Key Features

• Instant download
• WHS-compliant structure
• Developed using industry best practice
• Suitable for integration into SWMS and broader safety systems
• Consistent with recognised risk management frameworks such as ISO 31000

Document Format:

• Delivered in PDF format. We can add your logo and details of a particular make and model at no additional cost.
• Fully printable
• Includes risk matrix and risk ratings

Why do you need a PERA?

Under Australian WHS laws, employers and contractors are required to identify and manage risks related to plant and equipment. Padfoot Rollers carry notable dangers due to their mechanical parts, and the environments in which they operate.

The requirements are outlined in the Managing risks of plant in the workplace code of Practice.

This PERA helps ensure your team works safely and your business remains compliant and audit-ready.

Ensure safety, compliance and peace of mind — in minutes, not hours.

With JSEAsy Plant & Equipment Risk Assessment Software, you can instantly generate WHS-compliant risk assessments, link them with SWMS and SOPs, and centralise all your plant registers and maintenance schedules. Designed for businesses managing any scale of machinery—from a single tool to full fleets—JSEAsy streamlines your safety workflows, reduces errors from paperwork, and keeps you audit-ready at all times

Need more than one PERA or other Safety Documents?

The JSEAsy EHS Software takes your safety management to the next level—allowing you to create, manage, and update SWMS, risk assessments, and other safety documentation all in one central platform. With built-in templates, version control, and cloud-based access, it’s designed to save time, improve consistency, and help your business meet ongoing WHS obligations with ease.

Key Features of JSEAsy Software

• Preloaded SWMS, SOPs and Risk Assessments
  Access a vast library of ready-to-use templates across construction, maintenance, and high-risk industries.

• Fully Editable Templates
  • Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
  • Plant and Equipment Risk Assessments
  • Safe Operating Procedures

• Centralised Safety Documentation
  Keep all your safety documents in one secure place—easily accessible on desktop or cloud (depending on plan).

• Project-Specific Job Packs
  Automatically generate full WHS job packs including SWMS, risk assessments, training records, permits, and sign-off sheets.

• Version Control and Auto Updates
  Maintain consistency and compliance as templates are updated with regulation changes.

• Staff and Contractor Management
  Track inductions, licences, and competencies—ideal for small teams or larger subcontractor networks.

• Simple Interface
  Intuitive menus and guided workflows make it usable even by those with limited admin or computer experience.

• Multi-user Access (Multiuser and Premium Version)
  Collaborate across your team or sites with secure role-based access.