Rev. 00 09.08.2011 1 SAFETY STATEMENT Collins Construction and Project Management 24 Spruce Avenue, Stillorgan Industrial Park, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin Tel: +353 1 2953030 Mobile: +353 87 2692100 Fax: +353 1 2953640 Website: www.ccpm.ie Email [email protected]This document contains proprietary information and is advanced subject to return upon demand and upon the expressed condition that it will not be used directly or indirectly in any way detrimental to the interests of Collins Construction & Project Management. This document may not be reproduced in any way without the written permission of Collins Construction & Project Management.
This document contains proprietary information and is advanced subject to return upon demand and upon the expressed condition that it will not be used directly or indirectly in any way detrimental to the interests of Collins Construction & Project Management. This document may not be reproduced in any way without the written permission of Collins Construction & Project Management.
14.0 Co operation from employees/ disciplinary procedures
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16.0 Anti Bullying / Discrimination Policy
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18.0 Environmental and Waste Policies
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19.0 Substance Abuse Policy 00 09.08.11
20.0 Noise 00 09.08.11
21.0 Hazard Risk Assessment 00 09.08.11
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 Site specific information
2.0 General statement of policy and commitment
3.0 Duties and responsibilities
4.0 Safety structures
5.0 Training
6.0 Safety policy
7.0 Assessment of Hazard and risk identification
Definitions
Classification of risk
Methodology
Risk Control Measures
8.0 Safety statement review and consultation
9.0 PPE
10.0 Manual handling
11.0 Protecting the public
12.0 Accidents and emergencies
Fire emergency, first aid
Accident and ill health reporting
Consultations on health and Safety issues
Managing of Health and Safety performance
Safety information and training
13.0 First aid
14.0 Co operation from employees and disciplinary procedures
15.0 New employees
16.0 Anti bullying/ discrimination policy
17.0 Welfare facilities
18.0 Environmental and Waste policies
19.0 Substance Abuse Policy
20.0 Noise
21.0 Hazard Risk Assessment
o Overhead power lines
o Vehicle movement on site
o Excavators
o Use of Teleporters
o Office welfare and storage
o Fire on site
o LPG
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o Material Storage
o Flammable liquid storage and use
o Waste materials
o Use of rubbish skips
o Temporary electrical supplies
o Portable of electrical equipment
o Ladders and stepladders
o Trestles
o Dust generation
o False work
o Disc cutters and abrasive wheels
o Concrete
o Power floating
o Brickwork, blockwork and stonework
o Work and Heights
o Roofwork
o Use of saws
o Rendering and Plastering
o Laying of flag kerbs
o Compressors and pneumatic power tools
o Excavations
o Underground services
o Manhole construction
o Installation of underground tanks
o Work on live sewer connections
o Noise
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1.0 Site Specific Information
Client
Site address:
Director:
Contracts Manager:
Site Foreman:
Telephone:
No. of Employees Expected on Site:
Plant Expected on Site:
Duration of Work:
Brief Description of Method of Work:
The conditions of Collins Construction & Project Management Safety Statement will apply on this site and should any additional situations arise, not covered by the Risk Assessments; these conditions will be included in site specific risk assessments.
Date:
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2.0 General Statement of Policy
TO EACH EMPLOYEE, SUBCONTRACTOR, SELF EMPLOYED PERSONS, SUPPLIER OF GOODS & MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC.
This document sets out the safety policy of Collins Construction & Project Management and specifies the means provided to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all our employees, and to meet our duties to contractors, suppliers, and members of the public who may be affected by our operations.
Collins Construction & Project Management will provide information, training and supervision and enlist the active support of all employees in achieving such conditions.
It is the management policy of Collins Construction & Project Management to promote standards of health, safety and welfare that comply with the requirement of the Safety and Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the Safety, Health and Welfare (General Applications) Regulations 2007, The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (construction) Regulations 2006, Work at heights regulation 2006 as well as all other statutory provisions and codes of practise.
It is the management policy of Collins Construction & Project Management;
To consult with all staff and employees on matters of health and safety.
To review the contents of the Safety Statement as changes occur in this operation and annually to ensure the document is relevant.
To ensure sufficient resources for the implementation of this policy.
To bring contents of the Safety Statement to employees attention by providing them with access to the document.
To ensure that Collins Construction & Project Management carry out all operations in accordance with all statutory requirements as well as with industry best practice.
A copy of this policy will be available at each work place for each employee’s benefit.
Signed ____________________ Date
Warren Collins
Managing Director
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3.0 Duties and responsibilities:
Managing Director Collins Construction & Project Management
Warren Collins has the overall responsibility for the implementation and co-ordination of effective Health and Safety standards, complying with current Health and Safety legislation.
The managing director had the responsibility to:
Ensure there is consultation between staff and management.
Ensure specific safety responsibilities are delegated to other named personnel, list amended as site evolves.
To make sure safety policy is reviewed regularly.
To ensure safety issues are included in planning and pricing.
To make sure all employees are aware of company safety policy.
To ensure adequate finance/ resources are available for safety.
To seek advice of a competent safety advisor when advice is needed.
To communicate with clients, main contractors with regards to safety matters.
To ensure adequate insurance is in place.
To provide information/ training to employees so that the work safely.
Responsibilities of Site Supervisor/Foreman (Dane Collins)
The site foreman will:
Ensure they have a full and accurate knowledge of the safety statement and will ensure that all employees and sub-contractors are aware of their own responsibilities under it.
Ensure that they have available to them all relevant information in relation to on-site services etc. Drawing should be obtained to assist in this matter.
Cooperate with and contribute to overall site safety by liaising with main/other contractors (where appropriate) or other contractors in relation to issues of health and safety.
Make themselves aware of all site rules, regulations and emergency evacuation procedures and ensure that these are communicated to all employees.
Adhere to the methods of works outlined and agreed in site specific method statements and ensure all employees are aware of their obligations and tasks contained within.
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Ensure all sub-contractors make available a copy of their own safety statement and agree to carry out works in accordance with its provisions.
Ensure all employees and sub-contractors are in possession of current Safe Pass card and where necessary CSCS card.
Ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, that safe systems of work are in place and are adhered to.
Ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, that adequate supervision is available at all times.
Maintain a high standard of housekeeping practices at all times and arrange for regular workplace reviews to be carried out.
Ensure all workplace access routes are maintained clear and free of debris or obstruction at all times.
Retain a supply of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on site at all times and issue to employees as required. Issue to all sub-contractors as required.
Enforce the wearing of all PPE on site at all times.
Ensure all visitors to site are issued with relevant PPE and are accompanies while on site.
Ensure, so far as reasonably practicable that unauthorised access by children or members of the public is considered.
Ensure that a weekly inspection of ladders, scaffolding, and edge protection is carried out and documented on GA3 form.
Ensure that all scaffolding is erected by competent persons in accordance with all current legislation and is checked prior to first use.
Report any defects in equipment, plant or machinery to company director and organise for its immediate removal from site and repair.
Ensure all waste is removed from site in accordance with site rules current legislation and EU directives.
Ensure all accidents on site are reported to relevant parties and recorded in the accident book. Assist where required with investigations.
Report all dangerous occurrences to relevant parties and assist where required with investigations.
Ensure a first aid box is available on site at all times and that a regular review of its contents is carried out.
Instruct all employees and sub-contractors in safety and health matters and assist in the communication of safety information through Collins Construction & Project Management from employee to management.
Responsibilities of Employees:
All employees are, in accordance with the Safety and Welfare at Work act 2005 expected to cooperate full with all provisions taken by their employer to ensure the Safety health and Welfare of its workforce.
Employees of Collins Construction & Project Management will: (including employees of Sub-Contractors)
Take reasonable care of their own Safety Health and Welfare and that of any other person that may be affected by their acts or omissions while at work.
Ensure they are aware of and adhere to the provisions contained within Collins Construction & Project Management safety statement.
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Adhere to all information, instruction, training and supervision given in order to work safely.
Observe all site safety rules and company safety rules and cooperate with their employer to comply with any and all current Irish legislation, regulations and directives.
Wear appropriate PPE at all times while at work as provided and not recklessly or intentionally cause damage to any item of PPE provided to them while at work.
Use any suitable appliance, protective clothing, convenience or equipment in such a manner so as to provide the protection intended for securing their Safety, Health and Welfare while at work.
Use only as intended the correct tools and equipment for the job and with all appropriate safety devices and keep tools in good condition.
Report to management, without reasonable delay any defects in plant, equipment, place of work, which might endanger safety health or welfare, of which they have become aware.
Report all accidents, work related illness or dangerous occurrences, whether they cause injury or damage or not, immediately to their supervisor.
Be in possession of current Safe Pass card and relevant CSCS cards where required. These should be available for inspection as required.
Direct any suggestions or concerns on matters of Safety Health and Welfare to Collins Construction & Project Management.
Never intentionally or recklessly interfere with, or misuse of appliance, protective clothing, convenience or equipment or other means or things provided in pursuance of any of the relevant statutory provisions or otherwise, for securing the Safety, Health and Welfare of persons arising out of work activities.
Never carry out any task, which they feel they are not competent to carry out, or which involves unreasonably high risks.
Attend and participate in on site Tool-Box Talks and ensure that the content of any talk is understood by them and complied with on site at all times.
Adhere to the provisions contained in method statements agreed in relation to site-specific tasks.
Collins Construction & Project Management encourages all employees to participate in the development of safety and health practices and procedures within Collins Construction & Project Management. Collins Construction & Project Management in its reviews will consider all reasonable submissions and suggestions.
Any Employee who does not adhere to Collins Construction & Project Management Safety and Health procedures will be subject to disciplinary action.
Duties of Sub-Contractors and Self Employed Persons
All self employed persons and sub-contractors are controlled by the same Safety health and Welfare legislation, and are legally and morally obliged to safeguard their own health and safety and that of any other affected by their activities.
The following list of obligations, legal and moral, applies to all sub-contractors (labour only or material and labour) and all self-employed persons.
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To be aware of their obligations under current Irish legislation and to ensure compliance with all obligations as far as reasonably practicable.
To take all precautions, so far as reasonably practicable, to avoid any risk to themselves or anyone else who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
Provide full and clear information to those who may be affected by their work activities, so as to minimise their exposure to work.
Advise and warn any third party who may be exposed to a dangerous situation resulting from their activity
Provide their safety statement, comply with this safety statement and cooperate fully with all relevant parties in relation to Safety Health and Welfare at Work.
Provide evidence that Employers Liability and Public Liability insurance appropriate to the scope of work is in place.
Collins Construction & Project Management working as a contractor on client/main contractor premises
Collins Construction & Project Management employees will observe all site safety procedures and comply with instruction given by personnel who enforce Collins Construction & Project Management’s safety statement.
Employees must be made aware of site rules and specific provisions before commencement of work.
Employees should be made aware of any site specific hazards that may exist and of the arrangements in place to control these
Collins Construction & Project Management insurance details will be submitted to the main contractor/ client on request.
Collins Construction & Project Management will not enter areas they are not authorised to enter
Collins Construction & Project Management will liaise and cooperate with the main contractor/client in relation to the overall Safety Health and welfare of the site.
Collins Construction & Project Management will discuss with the client any risks associated with their works prior to commencement of work on site.
Safety Coordinator
Warren Collins is the person responsible for co-ordinating all safety matters.
Collins Construction & Project Management safety coordinator will, in addition to other duties:
Ensure an active health & safety policy is in place,
Arrange Induction Training for all new employees,
Ensure that all employees receive health & safety training, (FAS Safe Pass)
Arrange for regular safety audits of all workplaces, tools & equipment,
Maintain a record of all training & safety audits,
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Ensure that Job/Task Safety Analysis is carried out on all new work, work-sites & work programmes,
Ensure that all employees understand & obey the safety requirements of clients and main contractors,
Ensure that all reportable accidents are reported to the PSCS & the proper authorities,
Ensure that all accidents and incidents are investigated.
Safety Representative:
Collins Construction & Project Management recognises the rights of a safety representative as set out in section 25 of the Act
Employees have the right to elect a Safety Representative and it policy at Collins Construction & Project Management to facilitate this.
It is policy within Collins Construction & Project Management to facilitate the election and working of Site Safety Representatives where this company is Project Supervisor for Construction on projects where there are normally more that 20 people working.
Where acting as sub-contractor, Collins Construction & Project Management will co-operate with the Project Supervisor for Construction with regard to the operation of the Site Safety Representative.
All employees will be actively encouraged to voice any safety concerns.
4.0 Safety Structures
Safety Co-ordinator : Warren Collins
Protection & safety equipment : Dane Collins
Hazard assessment : Dane Collins
Hazard Audits : Dane Collins
Safety Training : Warren Collins
Fire Safety : Warren Collins
First Aid : Warren Collins
5.0 Training
Safety Training
Collins Construction & Project Management recognises that even with the best working arrangements people may need clearly defined safety procedures and instructions.
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There is a substantial commitment by Collins Construction & Project Management to identifying safety training needs, to carry out that training and to measure the competence of all trainees. Strong emphases will be placed on safety during all training exercises.
Collins Construction & Project Management expects employees to cooperate with this training. Certain tasks will require strict safety procedures. Where this arises the employees involved receive special instructions. It is essential that no person attempts a potentially hazardous task without instructions.
Collins Construction & Project Management expects all employees to participate in training programs such as:
Safe Pass Training (Mandatory)
CSCS Skills Training
General Site Safety Training
Tool-Box Talks on site specific topics
Site Induction training as provided by main contractor or client.
This list is non-exhaustive and may be updated as requirement for training arises.
Record of Training:
Training records will be maintained by Collins Construction & Project Management and will contain the following information:
Date of training exercise
Duration
Instructors Name
Participants Name
Nature and content of instruction
All new employees will receive instruction on safe working systems and instruction in correct use of tools and equipment.
All employees will undergo induction training in accordance with site rules.
All employees will undergo Fás Safe Pass training
6.0 Safety Policy
The approach to ensure safe and healthy conditions at all our places of work may be summarised under the following headings:
IDENTIFICATION OF HAZARDS
ELIMINATION/SUBSTITUTUION/CONTROL OF HAZARD
PROVISION OF SAFETY INSTRUCTION AND TRAINING
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PROVISION OF SAFETY & PROTECTION EQUITMENT
PROVISION OF ‘METHOD STATEMENT’
CREATION OF PRACTICAL AND SAFE WORKING SYSTEMS
CONSULTATION WITH STAFF ON SAFE WORKING SYSTEMS
CONSULTATION WITH STAFF ON ALL SAFETY AND HEALTH MATTERS
NEW EQUIPMENT
ACCIDENT AND NEAR MISS INVESTIGATION
EFFECTIVE AND COMPETENT MAINTENANCE PROGRAMME ON ALL EQUIPMENT
HOUSEKEEPING AND SAFETY AUDITS
SAFETY INFORMATION AND TRAINING
(The term House-keeping in the Health and safety context refer to the everyday procedure designed to keep work area clean and tidy and free from danger)
7.0 Assessment & Hazard identification
The following section is an assessment of the risks to Safety Health and Welfare at Work encountered on site as required by the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007.
Definitions
Hazard:
A hazard is anything with the potential to cause harm. Almost everything in the workplace can be a hazard. All hazards should be systematically identified.
Risk
Risk is the potential for the hazard to cause injury to an individual. There are two risk factors to be examined. This is the examination of the “likelihood” of a hazard causing harm to a person at work and the “extent” of this harm. Together these factors define the risk of a person being injured by a hazard.
Classification of Risk:
HIGH
Any Hazard with the potential to cause fatal or irreversible injury or serious industrial disease.
MEDIUM
Any Hazard with the potential to cause significant but reversible injury, high frequency of minor injury – permanent health effects.
LOW
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Any Hazard with the potential to cause minor injury or transient ill health – health recovers in time.
Control Measures:
These are the rules, procedures and safe systems of work identified and agreed on to eliminate or reduce the risk of a hazard causing harm to an acceptable level.
Where a risk cannot be eliminated of reduced to a minimum level a process may have to be eliminated or replaced or transferred to a third party who have the capabilities of dealing with such risks.
Risk Assessment:
It is an assessment of a combination of factors. What is the hazard? How likely is a person going to come into contact with this hazard? What is the likely outcome? How can we apply control measures to minimise the risk of someone coming into contact with the hazard and therefore minimise the risk of injury.
Employee’s involvement in assessing the risks associated with the following:
Use of all types of ladders - Use of all types of scaffolding - Use of power tools - Use of machinery & other equipment associated with work; i.e. power saws - angle-grinders - nail guns - safety nets & safety harnesses/ life-lines, mobile plant – cement mixers etc.
Use and storage of hazardous materials: Paints, solvents, sprays, coolants etc.
Handling of materials; Use of mechanical aids, Lifting & Stooping etc.
Good housekeeping practices: Clean tidy work areas to avoid slips & falls & trip hazards
Methodology:
In assessing the potential risk of each area we will:
Look at the type of work been carried out and identified all potential workplace hazards,
Look at all plant tools & equipment and identified hazards & risks associated with same.
Ensure that all staff is trained and competent in the safe use of all equipment.
Ensure that all manufactures safety and work guidelines are adhered to.
Consulted with staff on all aspects of the work,
Cooperate with all other contractors & sub-contractors on site to ensure an active safety policy.
Inspect workshop & equipment at regular intervals (internal safety audits)
Evaluated Health & Safety publications regarding safe work practices.
Ensure that all safety information is readily available to employees
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Risk Control Program
Collins Construction & Project Management undertakes to implement a Risk Control Programme, which will;
Identify all serious workplace hazards
Assessment of risks associated with identified hazards.
Introduction of control mechanisms to eliminate or reduce these risks.
Provide training & information to all employees
Engineering Hazards Out
Where practicable Collins Construction & Project Management commits to dealing with all hazards identified- firstly on the basis of their elimination by engineering means; or any other method deemed necessary to render the hazard safe.
The person responsible shall examine all options available for dealing with problems identified taking account the extent of the problem. Expert help will be sought if further advice is needed.
Resources for Controlling Risk
Having identified areas of concern Collins Construction & Project Management and employees have put the following systems and structures in place to mitigate the risks of injury and to insure a safe working environment.
Compliance with all Construction safety regulations
All employees to obtained ‘Fas Safe Pass’
Protective clothing & Equipment to be worn at all times where required.
Whenever possible mechanical aids such as forklifts to be used in all manual handling tasks. When this is not possible then correct manual handling techniques to be used at all times.
Careful assessment of all manual-handling jobs.
Careful assessment of new work or new equipment. New work requires a Job safety analysis Form JSA1 to be completed by the task co-coordinator/leader.
Use of Method Statements to ensure safe work practices are in place for all phases of the job.
Use of machinery as per instructions: Some machinery requires an SOP (standard operational procedures) for safe operation; these procedures must be strictly adhered too).
New equipment: (manufacture’s safety guidelines must be strictly adhered to).
All equipment is to be well maintained and kept in perfect working order with safety guards operating correctly.
New & young inexperienced employees must receive training before using machinery or equipment. It is important that they appreciate all safety issues and concerns.
Record all Training & Safety Toolbox meetings
Carry out internal safety audits & checks on a regular basis.
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Report and record all safety issues/incidents an incident book.
Record all accidents (no matter how trivial) in accident book.
8.0 Safety Statement review and Consultation
The Director and management of Collins Construction & Project Management will review the content of this safety statement annually or where the function, operations or company objectives significantly change.
The review will take into account any changes in legislation, hazard change, risk change or change or responsible person. Employee consultation will be taken into account at review. All changes will be brought to the attention of Collins Construction & Project Management employees.
Collins Construction & Project Management is committed to meeting its obligation on consultation, as specified under section 13 of the Health & Safety & Welfare at Work Act 2005. The following consultation arrangements have been agreed:
A consultation group consisting of Collins Construction & Project Management, Safety Advisor and all employees will meet at regular intervals of six months to review and discuss health and safety aspects of our work. The effectiveness of the consultation process will be review from time to time.
Toolbox safety meetings will be arranged at regular intervals.
9.0 PPE & Equipment
Personal Protection Equipment
There is a duty place on every employer, where risks at a work place to the safety or health of employees cannot be eliminated by technical means of protection or be measures, methods or procedures of work organisations, to provide personal protective equipment. Therefore in such circumstances where it is not reasonably practicable to eliminate or fully control the hazards in the workplace Collins Construction & Project Management will provide and maintain such suitable protective clothing or equipment as appropriate to ensure the safety, health and welfare of the workers. The type off PPE utilised depends on the task being undertaken and the hazard to which the employee will be exposed. Each task will be risk assessed and items of PPE assigned as a result. All PPE assignment, usage and training will be carried out in accordance with all current statutory provisions.
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The Employer has a responsibility to PROVIDE PPE. The Employee has a responsibility to USE PPE provided in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, training given and statutory provisions. PPE provided for use by Collins Construction & Project Management
Safety Boots
Safety Helmet
Hi-Visibility Clothing
Eye Protection
Ear Protection
Dust Masks
Hand Protection
Harnesses & Safety Reels
10.0 Manual Handling While we recognise that risk of injury may arise from handling relatively light loads we have identified areas where particular care must be taken to prevent injury to backs, feet and hands. These areas are;
Construction work:
Handling of materials such as scaffolding, ladders, steel & iron tubing, iron gates, roof decking, RSJ’s, roof decking and side sheeting in windy conditions.
Welding and Cutting, twisting movements, steel fabrication, working at heights, team lifting of loads
Dealing with heavy loads
Resources for Mitigating Risks
Use of mechanical aids whenever possible
Training
Training in manual handling techniques will be provided for all workers especially those involved in areas identified as carrying a significant risk of injury. (Working at heights in windy conditions - manoeuvring and fitting of materials on site. Team lifting of materials etc.) Collins Construction & Project Management is alert to poor practices in manual handling and has instructions to remind staff of the proper technique when necessary. All employees will receive instructions in safe ‘Manual handling’ practices and a training booklet will be available in the office to supplement the information employees will receive on the training course.
11.0 Protecting the public
Collins Construction & Project Management recognises that the nature of their business may require them to work in close proximity to members of the public. It is the policy of this company to, so far as reasonably practicable exclude members of the public, in particular children from all work sites. This will be undertaken by assessing the site conditions on a daily basis and ensuring all the questions below have been answered:
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Is the public fenced off or otherwise protected from the work?
Has all appropriate signage been utilised?
When work has stopped for the day:
Are the gates secured?
Is the perimeter fencing secure and undamaged?
Are all ladders removed or their rungs boarded so that they cannot be used?
Are excavations and openings securely covered or fenced off?
Is all plant immobilised to prevent unauthorised use?
Are bricks and materials safely stacked?
Are flammable or dangerous substances locked away in secure storage places? Each workplace is assessed on an individual basis and Collins Construction & Project Management will endeavour to take all site specific potential risks and hazards into consideration when developing and individual work plan.
12.0 Accident and Emergency Procedures
Accidents: The goal of Collins Construction & Project Management is the prevention of all accidents. However should an accident occur on the job it must be addressed in a safe and effective manner. This requires immediate action. It is necessary to have First-Aid facilities & Emergency Procedures in place at all locations. Safety officer will ensure that all workers are familiar with the ‘Emergency Procedures’ at their place of employment. All accidents (no matter how trivial) must be reported and recorded by Safety officer or site foreman. Potential hazards and other ‘incidents’ of danger or near misses must also be reported, investigated, & recorded.
IN AN EMERGENCY PLEASE STATE CLEARLY;
YOU’RE NAME.
THE SERVICE YOU REQUIRE.
EXTENSION OR TELEPHONE NUMBER.
EXACT LOCATION WITH DIRECTIONS IF NECESSARY.
DELEGATE SOMEONE TO WATCH AND DIRECT EMERGENCY UNITS TO THE SCENE OF THE ACCIDENT. MAKE SURE THAT A CLEARWAY IS MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.
Accident and Ill Health Reporting All injuries or damage resulting from incidents at work, which result in lost time, will be recorded in an accident book. An accident book will be maintained on all sites for this purpose and it is the responsibility of [Assign Responsibility] to ensure all accidents are recorded.
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In the event of a fatal or major injury or an injury causing an employee to be off work for three days or more(not including the day of the accident), or dangerous occurrence, the Health & Safety Authority (HSA) will be notified immediately, by [Assign Responsibility] on the following forms.
Form IR1 - Three day accident or fatality.
Form IR3 - Dangerous Occurrence The address of the Health and Safety Authority is; The Health and Safety Authority, 10, Hogan Place, Dublin 2. Telephone: 01- 614 7000
Fire It is necessary for all our staff to familiarise themselves with the emergency arrangements of our various clients. On arrival on a new site they must report to the safety officer or site manager and familiarise themselves with all site safety requirements. Workers must also familiarise themselves with the Fire, First aid and Accident Emergency facilities and procedures of each site. On the discovery of a fire workers should:
Raise the alarm: This is an essential part of any fire procedure. Most premises will have an ‘Operation Control Centre’ located at the switchboard. This centre will have all the emergency numbers and an emergency plan readily available.
Immediate attack of the fire: All fires must be reported but circumstances dictate the priority of raising the alarm over attempting to extinguish the fire. Small fires should be attacked immediately with the correct equipment. If possible get someone else to raise the alarm.
Everyone not involved in fighting the fire must evacuate the premises in an orderly manner closing all windows and doors behind. Switch off all equipment.
Safe evacuation of the premises: Carry out evacuation in an orderly manner as per client’s instructions.
Monitoring of Health and Safety Performance Company management will monitor safety and health performance on a day to day basis. Employees are encouraged to report any unsafe items of plant or situations. Should any specific situation require it, arrangements will be made to appoint a competent safety professional to provide advice.
13.0 First Aid The First aid box is situated in van. It is the responsibility of the Safety Coordinator (Collins Construction & Project Management) to ensure that it is adequately stocked at all times.
Contents 2 Box of 3” X 1” Plasters 2 Medium Wound Dressing 1 Large Wound Dressing 1 2” Conforming Bandage 1 Tape 2 Roll Elasticated 1 Eye pad 2 Triangular Slings 1 Pkt of Cotton Wool 1 Scissors 1 Tube Antiseptic Cream 5 Pkts of Antiseptic Wipes 3 3” Conforming Bandage 3 Rubber Gloves
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14.0 Co-operation from employees and disciplinary procedures There is a duty on all employees of Collins Construction & Project Management to take care of their own safety while at work and to co-operate with the employer to ensure a safe workplace. To this end, employees of Collins Construction & Project Management must;
Wear the personal protective equipment provided by the employer.
Work in a safe manner.
Abide by safety instructions.
Advise the employer of any defective plant.
Report accidents.
Not interfere with safety devices.
Failure to comply with safety precautions will result in disciplinary action been taken. Breach of safety policy will be dealt with in the following manner; 1. Two verbal warnings. 2. A written warning 3. A final written warning 4. Dismissal However, gross misconduct with regard to safety issues may lead to instant dismissal without prior verbal or written warnings.
15.0 New Employees
All relevant employees will be required to have completed the FAS Safe Pass Course.
Employees will be issued with personal protective equipment.
The employee will be made aware of the Safety Statement and its contents as well as the hazards of the workplace.
The employee will receive a company induction and be put under the supervision of an experienced worker and their competency evaluated over a probation period.
16.0 Anti Bullying / Discrimination Policy
Collins Construction & Project Management is committed to implementing and promoting measures to protect the dignity of employees and to encourage respect for others at work. This is done by creating a work environment free from harassment, bullying and disrespectful behaviour and by dealing effectively with any complaints of such conduct as may arise. Harassment is unequal treatment and discrimination. Bullying is defined at Section A.3 below. Lack of respect may be shown in words, conduct, acts or demeanour. Collins Construction & Project Management values the contribution of all employees and this type of behaviour can demean and damage people.
Collins Construction & Project Management recognises that the issue of whether harassment, bullying or disrespectful behaviour has occurred requires a factual determination based on all the evidence received. Collins Construction & Project Management also recognises that false accusations can have serious effects on innocent men and women. We trust that all employees will continue to act in a responsible and professional manner to maintain a pleasant working environment free of harassment, bullying and disrespectful behaviour. To assist in achieving this goal, no record of a complaint shall be entered in an employee’s file unless the matter is dealt with under the disciplinary procedure.
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Collins Construction & Project Management will not tolerate harassment, bullying or disrespectful behaviour by one employee of another for any reason. In particular employees cannot and should not –
comment to or about another employee
harass or bully another employee
discriminate against each other on any of the following grounds;-
Gender
Marital Status
Family Status
Sexual Orientation
Religious Belief or Lack of Religious Belief
Age
Disability or the Nature of Disability
Race, Colour, Nationality or Ethnic or National Origins
Membership of the Traveller Community Bullying is defined in the "Code of Practice on the Prevention of Workplace Bullying" as: "...repeated, inappropriate behaviour, direct or indirect, whether verbal, physical or otherwise, conducted by one or more persons against another or others, at the place and / or in the course of employment, which could reasonably be regarded as undermining the individuals rights to dignity at work..." Management and staff at Collins Construction & Project Management are committed to the concept of dignity at work and therefore will not tolerate bullying of any sort. Collins Construction & Project Management operates the following procedures with regard to bullying;
Informal Procedure Any employee who believes they are being bullied should explain to the alleged perpetrator that the behaviour is unacceptable. If this is unacceptable they should make their views known to their immediate Supervisor who may, in consultation with the effected employee, raise the issue with the alleged perpetrator
Formal Procedure If the informal procedure is inappropriate or after the informal stage, the bullying persists the following formal procedure will be invoked: The employee should make a formal complaint in writing to a member of management. The alleged perpetrator will be notified in writing that an allegation has been made and will be given a copy of the statement and will be allowed fair opportunity to respond.
Investigation The complaint will be investigated by management.
Outcome Should the complaint be upheld, the appropriate course of action will be formulated by senior management at Collins Construction & Project Management in line with the recommendations outlined in the "Code of Practice on the Prevention of Workplace Bullying".
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17.0 Welfare Facilities: Toilet & hand-washing facilities will be located on site. Hand Wipes, barrier protection creams (hands) are available to all workers Canteen facilities will be located on site. All employees are obliged to care for these facilities and are not to damage or misuse them. Any issues with welfare facilities to be brought to the attention of management.
18.0 Environmental and Waste policies: Collins Construction & Project Management is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace and in carrying out our normal work to enhance the wider environment and minimise any harmful impacts as far as is reasonably practicable. Environmental management is formally assigned to contract managers who shall ensure compliance with this policy and best current practise. Employees are reminded that minimising waste is good for the business and good for the environment and should both co-operate with environmental initiatives and also make positive suggestions as to how we may improve our performance. Current business activities do not create emissions to the environment covered by environmental protection legislation. However, Collins Construction & Project Management is not complacent and remains committed to a high level of environmental protection and, where possible, enhancement. Our employees are strongly encouraged to participate and offer suggestions as to how we may improve our performance in this area. Collins Construction & Project Management will seek to minimise the creation of waste by avoiding unnecessary wastage of materials and recycling materials that cannot be directly reused as far as practicable. All employees are required to comply with this policy by minimising waste creation and co-operating actively with recycling programmes. Where waste is created, it shall be safely placed in appropriate storage receptacles, care being taken not to overload the storage. Where required, Collins Construction & Project Management shall take care to provide suitable waste receptacles and ensure that arrangements are made for the collection/emptying of receptacles at a suitable frequency. All employees responsible for collecting waste shall avoid handling overfilled bags etc. to minimise the risk of a manual handling injury. Waste collection points shall be kept in a clean, accessible condition with due regard to fire protection and suitable containers. All waste, for recycling or disposal, shall be collected by either local authority employed refuse collectors or by authorised waste carriers.
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19.0 Substance Abuse Policy
The aim of this policy is to ensure acceptable standards of safety, health and welfare in the workplace.
The law imposes obligations on Collins Construction & Project Management to ensure a safe system of work. In addition to the obligations on Collins Construction & Project Management the law requires all employees, while at work, to take reasonable care of their own safety, health and welfare and for that of any other person who may be affected by their acts or omissions while at work. Furthermore, it is the duty of every employee to co-operate with Collins Construction & Project Management in this regard.The possession, use or supply of drugs or alcohol by any employee is strictly prohibited unless the drugs are prescribed by a duly qualified, registered medical practitioner. Possession or consumption of drugs or alcohol constitutes serious misconduct which may result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.
Possession or consumption of scheduled drugs and/or alcohol
Where Collins Construction & Project Management suspects that you have consumed drugs and/or alcohol, Collins Construction & Project Management reserves the right to request that you attend the Company’s medical practitioner for an examination, the results of which will be sent directly to Collins Construction & Project Management [and copied to you]. You may in these circumstances be asked to leave Collins Construction & Project Management premises for health and safety reasons pending receipt of the results of the examination.
Where Collins Construction & Project Management suspects that you are in possession of/or consuming drugs and/or alcohol, an investigation will take place following the principles outlined in the Disciplinary Procedure.
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HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Overhead power lines
Contact by plant or vehicles
Contact by long metal object
Arcing over because of proximity
of plant
HIGH
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Pre-Contract liaison will be arranged with the ESB to agree diversions, safe clearance
distances, shrouding and any other steps needed.
2. Barriers and solid goalposts to be erected as required, and as agreed with the ESB to
define areas of operations:
3. Where no work has to be carried out or plant pass under the overhead lines barriers
erected parallel to the overhead line and not less than 6m from it. The barriers should
be surmounted by coloured bunting forming an additional warning.
4. Where plant may pass under the line the area where they may pass should be as small
as possible and not more than 10m wide. The passageway should be clearly defined
by the use of fencing, and goalposts should be in position across the width of the
passageway. Warning notices should be provided on each side of the passageway
advising people of the hazard and giving the cross bar clearance.
5. Where work will be carried out beneath the overhead line ideally the lines should be
diverted or made dead. Where this is not possible, it will be necessary to take
additional precautions to those above, including: access for plant and materials and
the working of plant should be under the direct supervision of a responsible person;
plant, equipment or tools that could reach beyond the safe clearance limited should
never be allowed to work under the line.
6. Operations involving the movement of long metal objects (such as ladders and
scaffolding tubing) in the vicinity of the overhead lines are to be subject to specific
authorisation and supervision.
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7. Mechanical equipment to be fitted with height restrictors where applicable.
8. First aider and first aid facilities must be made available, first aider must be fully
conversant with the treatment of electric shock victims, including resuscitation.
9. Barriers and warning signs will be continuously monitored to ensure that they remain
intact and in place.
10. All cranes and plant in operation in the vicinity of the power lines must be supervised
continuously.
11. NO WORK carried out within 'goal post' area without authorisation (permit-to-work).
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Vehicles Movement on
Site
Contact with overhead power lines
Overturning
Collision with pedestrians
Collision with structures
Collision with other vehicles
Causing collapse of or falling into
excavations
HIGH
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Vehicles routes will be planned to avoid danger to pedestrians, contact structures or
overhead power lines and to be clear of all excavations.
2. Suitable fencing should be provided around excavations; where necessary exclusion
zones may be necessary to prevent the excavation collapsing.
3. Barriers and notices will be erected at overhead power lines.
4. Vehicle operating areas and traffic routes will be clearly signed and fenced off where
practicable.
5. Drivers will ensure loads are placed evenly in vehicles and that the vehicle is not
overloaded.
6. Tipping vehicles will not move with the body raised.
7. Visiting drivers will be briefed on site rules and hazards.
8. All employed and contract drivers will hold a current driving license and have completed
FAS Safe Pass.
9. Banksman must be provided where drivers do not have clear visibility.
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10. Where audible warnings are not fitted to vehicles, Banksman will be used to give
warnings to others when vehicle is reversing.
11. Vehicles used for removal of site waste must have the appropriate permit from the local
authority.
12. Vehicles intended for use on the public highway will comply with the current licensing
requirements.
13. Signs requesting visiting vehicle drivers to report to site office will be displayed.
14. Speed restrictions will be displayed and enforced as necessary.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Use of Excavators Shovel or load dropping
inadvertently
Overturning of machine
Materials dropping from shovel or
bucket
Persons struck by machine
Restriction of driver’s vision
HIGH
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Only trained personnel (FAS CSCS or approved equivalent) will operate this machinery.
2. 360 DEGREE MACHINES: at least 600mm clearance between machine and obstructions
to be allowed for tail swing.
3. Manufacturers bucket size must not be exceeded and when travelling the excavator
attachment should be close to the machine with the bucket clear of the ground.
4. No persons are allowed to stand or work within operating radius without the operator’s
permission.
5. Bucket/arms must not be slewed over personnel, vehicles cabins or huts.
6. Overhangs are not to be created on high work faces.
7. Travel and operations on a gradient must be controlled to ensure machine stability.
8. Wheeled Excavators: it is essential that tyres are regularly checked for condition and
inflation.
9. A Banksman is to be used where a driver’s vision is impaired or operating in congested
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conditions and large excavators must never be permitted to travel in a confined area, or
around people, without a Banksman to guide the driver.
10. Machines must not be refuelled whilst engine is running.
11. Trenching/deep excavation work must be supervised to ensure the stability of the
machine and excavation and that person’s do not work within the swinging radius of the
machine.
12. Vehicles must be checked by drivers before use and secured afterwards.
13. Site Manager to ensure speed restrictions are enforced and monitor use on sloping
ground.
14. Planned maintenance program applies to all machinery used on site either domestically
owned or hired in.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Use of Plant / Machinery Fall of load from machine
Overturning
Unplanned movement of machine
Impaired driver vision
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Only trained personnel (FAS CSCS or equal approved) are to operate these machines.
2. Planned maintenance program applies to all machinery used on site either domestically
owned or hired in.
3. Thorough Examination Certificate must be current and with machine.
a. Form GA2 - Every 14 months
4. Inspection register must be completed by operator on a weekly basis.( Form GA3)
5. Teleporter should not to be overloaded in excess of manufacturer's recommendations.
6. Passengers must not be carried unless additional seat is fitted.
7. Fork lift trucks are not to be left unattended with engines running or forks raised.
8. Palletised loads must be checked for security before carriage.
9. Daily driver checks must be made including brake testing.
10. Vehicles must not be driven at excessive speeds; only in accordance with workplace
conditions.
11. At blind corners, signs and audio visual warnings to be considered.
12. Extra care to be taken when working on slopes, especially when crossing gradients.
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13. A banksman is to be used where driver’s vision is impaired or operating in congested
areas.
14. Vehicles must be checked by drivers before use and secured afterwards.
15. Site Manager must ensure speed restrictions are enforced, and monitor use on sloping
ground.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Office, Welfare & Storage Fire
Trespassers
Exposure to hazardous substances
Collapse of structure
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Sitting of temporary buildings will be planned to ensure stability and availability of
utility services.
2. Loading and off loading of offices will be planned to ensure a suitable crane, lifting
equipment and personnel are available.
3. Fire extinguishers will be ordered as required prior to occupation of facilities.
4. First-aid facilities will be provided as required by assessments.
5. Toilets and hygiene facilities will be arranged suitable for likely numbers of employees
using them and type of work undertaken and adequate maintenance procedures put in
place.
6. Safe access will be provided to all buildings.
7. Hot and cold running water to be supplied on site.
8. Facilities to be cleaned at regular intervals.
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HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Fire on Site Hot work- welding, cutting
Smoking near flammable materials
Electrical faults
Arson
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. A Site Specific Safety Statement / Safety Plan will include details fire prevention
provisions, such as, supply and maintenance of fire fighting equipment, control of hot
work, emergency procedures in the event of fire, control of smoking on site as needed,
and prevention of the build-up of flammable materials such as in waste skips.
2. Adequate means of escape and access for emergency vehicles will be planned for during
all stages of construction.
3. Fire emergency exit routes will be established adequately signed and kept free of
obstruction.
4. Smoking restrictions will be enforced, no smoking areas to be signed, where necessary.
5. Hot work and use of naked flame appliances will be controlled as necessary, including
the use of permit to work systems.
6. Temporary electrical systems will comply with legal standards and be inspected prior to
handover.
7. An emergency fire and evacuation procedure to be produced for every contract, which
will be practiced and be continuously reviewed and updated as required.
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8. All work areas and site buildings will be inspected on completion of works for potential
fire hazards.
9. Quantities of highly flammable liquids and LPG within work areas will be restricted and
suitable storage facilities provided.
10. Records should be maintained of routine fire inspections and the maintenance and testing
of fire fighting equipment.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
LPG Fire
Explosion
Asphyxia
HIGH
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Prior to starting work with LPG, quantities should be estimated to ensure adequate
storage facilities will be available.
2. Liaison between contractors, owners and clients must be maintained to ensure storage is
adequate and secure.
3. Storage areas to incorporate appropriate safety signs and warnings.
4. Only the minimum quantity required should be held on site.
5. Cylinders must be stored upright in an open mesh lockable container away from
buildings, drains and excavations.
6. Only cylinders connected to equipment should remain in work areas.
7. Cylinders must be kept away from flammable materials and heat sources.
8. Adequate ventilation must be provided in areas where LPG is in use.
9. Where LPG is in use, a dry powder fire extinguisher must be available.
10. Direct heat must not be applied to cylinders.
11. Connections from the cylinder to the equipment should be regularly checked.
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12. Cables from cylinders to equipment should not be over stretched or trailed over
walkways/roadways.
13. All cabling must be regularly inspected to ensure there are no leaks or damage.
14. Site Manager must ensure that storage facilities are adequate and are maintained to the
specified standards.
15. Checks must be made to ensure that LPG equipment is being used properly, cylinders not
in use are removed from the workplace, fire extinguishers are present, and storage areas
are in being used.
16. Hot work using LPG must be inspected at the end of work periods to ensure that the risk
of fire is minimised.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Material Storage Injury from falling materials
Injury to trespassers, especially
children
Environmental contamination
Endoskeletal injuries from lifting
materials
Injury from mechanical
lifting/delivery equipment
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Ensure that minimum quantities of materials supplied to site in line with the programmed
works, thus reducing quantities of materials stored which prevent unnecessary damage.
2. Ensure that all material storage areas are level and stable.
3. Follow manufacturer's recommendations with respect to stacking requirements.
4. For hazardous materials, Material Safety Data Sheets must be available.
5. Palletised loads should not exceed two pallets in height.
6. Loads must be lifted correctly, manual handling information and training to be provided
to employees.
7. Whenever practicable mechanical lifting/delivery equipment to be provided minimising
manual handling.
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8. Compressed gas cylinders will be stored upright, away from accommodation and
construction activities.
9. Stacks of cylindrical objects such as pipes to be stabilised using chocks etc.
10. Material stacks should be limited in height to ensure stability, no more than 2m.
11. Drums and containers must be clearly marked to indicate contents.
12. Secured storage provided for all hazardous materials to prevent unauthorised access.
13. Trays or bunds provided where necessary beneath containers to prevent ground
contamination.
14. Guardrails will be fitted to storage areas where persons could fall more than 2m.
15. Hazardous materials e.g. highly flammable liquids, explosives (hilti cartridges) should be
stored separately and their issue controlled.
16. Deliveries by HIAB should be monitored and controlled and all lifting operations should
not pass over personnel, plant and equipment or accommodation.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Flammable Liquids:
Storage & Use
Fire
Explosion
HIGH
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Prior to starting work, quantities of flammable liquids should be estimated to ensure that
only minimum quantities are ordered.
2. A suitable fire-resistant store must be provided if required otherwise suitable storage
arrangements to be agreed on site.
3. Fire extinguishers must be made available.
4. Flammable materials to be kept in suitable containers, for petrol, this will be a marked
metal container.
5. Containers used to store flammable materials will be marked accordingly.
6. Lids of containers must be secure.
7. Where flammable vapour is foreseeable, must ensure that there are no means of ignition
present.
8. Areas where flammable material is stored or used must be kept clear of combustible
material as far as practical.
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9. Spillage's must be mopped up immediately and materials removed to a safe place.
10. Flammable material must not be used for purposes, which are unauthorised.
11. Site Manager to ensure that storage facilities are adequate and are maintained to the
specified standards.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Waste Material Building and demolition waste
Asbestos and Asbestos containing
materials
Flammable material, flashpoint >21C
Substances hazardous by ingestion
Lead and lead compounds
Organic halogen compounds
Acids and alkalis
Inorganic metallic and non metallic
compounds
Reactions e.g. explosion from mixing
waste
HIGH
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Construction Health and Safety Plan to include waste disposal procedures for items of
hazardous waste which are foreseeable during the project.
2. Waste materials to be collected at regular periods to prevent fire hazards from
combustible waste.
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3. Waste including asbestos and lead compounds to be removed by specialist contractors.
4. All flammable waste to be stored separately away from construction activities and
buildings.
5. Liquid waste (e.g. paints, brick acid, epoxies etc.) should NOT be disposed of through
drainage systems, wherever practicable they must be returned to the supplier for safe
disposal.
6. All hazardous substances must be identified and relevant Material Safety Data Sheets and
PPE information provided to employees exposed to those substances.
7. DO NOT MIX waste liquids, serious reactions may occur including the container
exploding.
8. Do not transfer hazardous waste materials/liquids into unmarked containers, always keep
them in their original containers.
9. DO NOT burn or bury waste on site, all wastes must go to a licensed facility.
10. Site Manager will ensure that building and other hazardous waste is placed in suitable
containers so that transfer notes can be completed accurately.
11. Disposal of waste into skips will be monitored to ensure that unauthorised disposal is
prevented.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Use of Rubbish Skips Trapping between skip and fixtures
during raising and lowering
Unintentional release of skip during
raising and lowering
Road traffic accidents, including
materials falls from skip
HIGH
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Skips to be placed so as not to obstruct traffic routes.
2. Skips must have adequate lighting and signage if sited on a public highway.
3. Skips to be placed on firm level ground where possible.
4. A safe means of access to be provided if tipping into a skip is necessary.
5. When used in conjunction with a debris chute, skips should be covered to prevent
materials and dust contaminating the surrounding area or falling on to passing
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pedestrians/employees.
6. Fires are not permitted in skips.
7. Sufficient numbers of skips will be made available to allow the separation of waste.
8. Lugs and lifting arrangements will be checked before lifting - uncertified skips will not
be lifted by lifting equipment.
9. Skips will not be loaded over the safe working loads of appliances.
10. Skips should be covered/netted upon removal to prevent debris falling out onto a public
highway.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Installation and use of
temporary Electrical
Supplies
Electrocution
Fire
Damage to equipment
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Temporary supplies will be planned to take into account foreseen load requirements,
environmental conditions, and progress of work.
2. Only competent electricians are authorised to install or modify temporary supplies.
3. The installation will be certified before being brought into use and after any
modifications.
4. Offices, stores, drying rooms and canteens will be regarded as permanent installations
and use 240V and IEE Wiring Regulations will apply.
5. All portable equipment must be 110V unless specific arrangements have been made.
6. Supply and distribution units will be lockable and the keys controlled.
7. Signs warning of electrical hazard will be displayed on supply units.
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8. Fire extinguishers (carbon dioxide) will be available adjacent to distribution units.
9. Rubber gloves to BS697, and rubber mats to BS921 are to be used for live work.
10. All cables will be routed so as to prevent their damage and avoid tripping hazards.
11. Subcontractors will receive additional induction training on arrival at site where live
system work is progressing.
12. Permit to work system or other suitable means of control to be used when work on live
systems is foreseen.
13. Operatives will not be permitted to work alone on live systems.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Use of portable Electrical
equipment
Electrocution
Fire
Damage to equipment
Tripping over electrical equipment
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. All equipment found to be defective must be switched off and reported immediately.
2. Visual inspection of equipment shall be carried out before use.
3. Leads and extension cables are to be routed, and only moulded socket holders will be
used on sites.
4. Only equipment operating at 110 volts or less to be permitted on site: higher voltages
must be authorised in writing prior to use.
5. All hand tools should be either earthed or double cabled.
6. All chock keys should be kept in a clip attached to the cable.
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7. When on the spot adjustments or attachment changes are made, the tool must be
disconnected from the main supply.
8. All attachments must be firmly fixed.
9. All guards must be used and under no circumstances should they be interfered with or
removed.
10. Leads/extension cables must not trail across walkways to prevent trips.
11. All extension leads must be fully extended to prevent overheating and electrical fires.
12. The use of electrical equipment will be monitored to ensure safe use.
13. Only trained and competent persons should test, repair and maintain portable electrical
equipment.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Use of ladders and
stepladders
Falls of persons from ladder
ladder slipping
objects dropped by ladder user
instability of step ladder
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Ladders will only be used for work of short duration.
2. Top step of stepladder must not be used unless designed for that purpose.
3. Ladders must be checked to ensure correct length, type and condition before use.
4. Ladder work is restricted to that which can be carried out using one hand only, and
stepladder work to that which can be carried out ensuring the stability of the stepladder.
5. The ground base for the ladder must be firm and level.
6. The ladder must be of sufficient length to extend 1 metre above the step-off point when
used as access to scaffold.
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7. The correct angle of rest for a ladder is 75 degrees, or a base to height ratio of 1:4.
8. Ladders must be secured against slipping, by tying at the top of at the bottom.
9. Use made of ladders will be monitored regularly, to ensure that operatives are not over-
reaching or using two hands to work.
10. Damaged ladders will be broken up or removed immediately.
11. Stepladders must be used fully open with cords taut.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Use of trestles
objects dropped by ladder user
instability of step ladder
Falls of persons from working
platforms
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Toe boards and guardrails must be incorporated into platforms above 2m in height and a
means of fall prevention is required.
2. Trestles should not be used for access above 4.5m, and should only be used for light work of
relatively short duration.
3. Lightweight staging should be used in preference to boards, to be positioned so that at least
1/3 of the height of the trestle is above the platform.
4. Staging/Platform width must be at least 600mm.
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5. Trestles over 3.6m in height should be fixed or tied to a permanent structure.
6. All equipment will be checked to ensure it is in good order before use, to ensure there are no
loose of damaged cross bearers, the hinges are in good order, and that there are no defective
stiles.
7. Site Manager must supervise the use of trestles, to ensure that operatives moving and
erecting trestles are properly trained and instructed, and that those using trestles do not over-
reach.
8. Only the pin supplied by the manufacturer should be used when adjusting height - NAILS
ARE NOT TO BE USED.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Dust generation
Inhalation of contaminants
ingestion of contaminants
asphyxia
skin contamination
LOW
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Work will be assessed to determine those activities that may generate dust.
2. Material Safety data sheets checked for those materials producing dust. Toxic material
identified and assessment to be made as to appropriate control measures.
3. Dust emissions to be minimised and/or contained within boundaries of the site, e.g.
dampening work before or during cutting.
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4. Wind blown dust to be reduced by dampening down the surface and where possible.
5. All internal dust should be removed after the work has been completed and disposed of
correctly.
6. Prohibition of eating and smoking to be enforced in dusty atmospheres, especially where
toxins may be present.
7. Adequate means of monitoring/measuring toxic dust to be provided and maximum
exposure limited (MEL's) to be checked where required.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Erecting and striking of
false work
collapse of false work
injury of operatives during
erection/striking
falls of operatives during erection
/striking
falls of materials
medium
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Fully detailed drawing to be produced and approved prior to commencement.
2. Support material and equipment to be selected and checked against specifications to
ensure fitness for purpose.
3. Access equipment to be planned and provided to allow safe access in both preparation
and construction phases.
4. Load-bearing properties of support base surface to be checked.
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5. Personnel working in/near wet concrete must wear PPE as required.
6. Site traffic must avoid the area where work is in progress as far as practicable.
7. All false work equipment will be checked to ensure it is in good order and of the correct
type and capacity.
8. False work will be erected as indicated on drawings.
9. Areas beneath false work will be cleared of personnel before loading/unloading of the
structure.
10. Where safe access and egress cannot be maintained because of the work, adequate
arrangements will be made by the provision of safety nets, or fall arrest equipment and
safety harnesses.
11. Site Manager/Safety Supervisor will ensure false work equipment is correctly positioned/
approved before loads are applied.
12. Progress will be monitored to ensure that continued safety of personnel and the public.
13. All temporary works must be co-ordinated with other trades/contractors that may be
affected.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Steel fixing manual handling injuries
cuts and abrasions
falls from heights
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Manual handling will be minimised by the use of teleporters and other lifting equipment.
2. Only competent persons will use grinders.
3. PPE will be supplied and used.
4. When ladders are used, they will be secured.
5. Steel fixers will only work in areas that are protected with handrail when at a height
which a fall could cause personal injury.
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HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Disc cutters and abrasive
wheels
Bursting of abrasive wheel or disc
Contact with wheel or disc
Clothing entanglement with moving
parts
Eye injury from flying particles
Inhalation of dust
Exposure to hazardous noise levels
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Sufficient operatives trained to change abrasive wheels and discs available at the
workplace.
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2. The correct wheels for the type of machine speed and material to be cut will be ordered
supplied and used.
3. Permit to work clearance will be obtained before using these machines in potentially
explosive or flammable areas.
4. The following PPE will be used by operators: hearing, eye and head and foot protection
and dust mask as appropriate for the work and the machine.
5. Loose clothing must not be worn by operators.
6. Disc cutters shall only be used when standing on a firm, level base.
7. Operators to ensure that all persons are kept away from areas where sparks or dusts are
directed.
8. Equipment and discs/wheels shall be visually checked for damage before use by
operators.
9. Users must not use undue pressure, and will use the right disc/wheel.
10. All guards must be correctly positioned and properly adjusted.
11. Cutting activities to be prohibited within confined spaces, unless adequate
ventilation/dust extraction facilities are provided.
12. Equipment and spare wheels are to be checked for visible signs of damage before issue
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Pouring concrete Manual handling of shutters and
reinforcement
Movement/collapse of
shutters/excavation
Contact with concrete delivery
vehicles
Contact with concrete plant e.g.
mixers pumps
Contact with Cementitious products
Falls from heights
MEDIUM
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CONTROL MEASURES
1. All work to be planned in advance and experienced personnel to be used to carry out
work.
2. When using ready mixed products access for deliveries and acceptable delivery schedules
to be provided.
3. Safe access and egress to be provided, including handrails on all platforms.
4. Where possible, manual handling to be reduced by use of mechanical lifting devices.
5. All shutters to be firmly secured to eliminate risk of the movement or collapsing during
pour or storage.
6. All vehicles to be monitored and safe traffic routes to be designated and implemented to
reduce the risk of contact with operatives, third parties or construction plant.
7. Correct PPE to be issued and worn by all operatives.
8. Eating and drinking prohibited whilst working with concrete, - washing facilities to be
provided.
9. When mixing concrete on site, consideration to inhalation of dust, manual handling of
concrete from mixer to mound/excavation and contact with mixers.
10. Shutter to be checked for stability before pour commences.
11. Concrete deliveries and pours shall be monitored to reduce risks to operatives and third
parties from uncontrolled release, misdirected pours and external contamination.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Power floating Falls from heights
working alone
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. All slab areas will be protected with edge protection prior to power floating commencing.
2. Personnel should not work alone at night.
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HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Brickwork/block
work/stonework
Unplanned collapse
Inhalation of dust
Exposure to excessive noise
Striking by falling objects
Contact with Cementitious products
Manual handling
Falling from heights
MEDIUM
Risk Assessment 21.0
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CONTROL MEASURES
1. Access equipment will be checked before work commences to ensure stability.
2. Where possible, lifting aids will be provided to reduce/prevent the need for manual
handling.
3. Work will be co-ordinated so as to reduce risks to third parties from falling objects.
4. Toilets and hygiene facilities will be available.
5. Weather conditions will be monitored when working at heights and operations will be
curtailed when the stability of any access equipment is under question, or atmospheric
temperatures adversely effect the curing of the mortar.
6. A stable working platform will be provided, normally by means of scaffolding or access
towers fitted with edge protection.
7. Signs and barriers will be positioned to give warning of overhead work where
appropriate.
8. Dust to be controlled by dampening down, housekeeping and local exhausts ventilation
where appropriate.
9. Manual handling assessments and safe lifting techniques are to be adopted. Where
mechanical lifting devices are utilised all necessary test and inspection certificates are to
be available and only authorised personnel allowed to operate them.
10. Con saws and hand tools should be used in a safe manner.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Working at heights Falls of persons
Falls of materials
Falls of plant & equipment
Striking by falling objects
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
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1. Work will be assessed before commencement, and hazards associated with work at
height, identified - where possible collective measures of fall prevention will be used.
Where not feasible, safe systems of work will be implemented.
2. Safe means of access and egress will be provided to the area of work.
3. Where required, signs and barriers will be erected directly below works to warn of
overhead operations.
4. Erect edge protection will be provided at all openings or edges, where a person could fall
and injure themselves.
5. Where edge protection is not practicable an alternative means of fall prevention/fall arrest
will be identified.
6. Where there is likely to be debris falling, fans, chutes or full enclosures will be used to
protect 3rd parties.
7. All operatives/subcontractors/visitors, working/passing below overhead operations to
wear a safety helmet.
8. All equipment used will be checked to ensure it is in good working order, to correct
specification and in date for inspection.
9. Work will be monitored to ensure that additional precautions and equipment is taken into
use if edge protection is removed
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Work on roofs Falls of persons
Falls of materials
Falls between joists
Striking by falling objects
MEDIUM
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CONTROL MEASURES
1. Fragile materials will be identified before work commences.
2. In every case, an assessment of risk will be made to provide a safe system of work, taking
into account the work to be done, access/egress requirements and protection of the area
beneath the work.
3. Consideration to be given to protecting persons beneath against harm.
4. Suitable means of access to be provided, such as roof ladders, crawling boards,
scaffolding and staging.
5. Where it is possible for employee to fall, protection must be provided. If this is not
possible then alternative controls must be implement, e.g. safety nets, harnesses, etc.
6. Where access is possible alongside fragile materials such as roof lights covers to be
provided or the fragile material fenced off or covered with a solid material.
7. Edge protection is always required to be in position before any roof work begins.
8. Joists are to be fully boarded, or other safe system to be in place before work over open
joists begins.
9. Ladder access alone to pitched roofs is permitted only for minor works of short duration;
normally the work should be accessed from scaffolding.
10. Site management to define a safe work method prior to commencement on site, and
arrange for provision of suitable access equipment and trained personnel.
11. Site management to check method statements to ensure the proposed working method is
safe and being complied with.
12. Working alone on roofs will not normally be permitted, and never without specific
authorisation
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Use of saws Contact with moving parts
electrocution
noise
vibration
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Only competent personnel should operate these tools.
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2. 1-meter minimum backspace should be provided for the operator to ensure that the timber
does not interfere with adjacent machines or personnel.
3. Clear passageways must be provided for personnel and equipment, when designing
layout consideration must be given to any special materials handling requirements.
4. First-aid kit and a qualified first-aider to be on the premises when woodworking
machines are being used.
5. Machines to be checked before use to ensure guards are correctly fitted and work
properly.
6. Only 110 volts equipment is to be used, with leads positioned to remove trip hazards and
damage to loads.
7. Extensive use of machines requires an area to be set aside where noise and dust controls
can be introduced.
8. Blades should be regularly inspected to ensure they are sharp.
9. Push sticks, jigs, holders, automatic feeding tables, etc. should be used whenever possible
to keep fingers away from cutters
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Rendering /plastering Falls from heights
Cementitious material contamination
Inhalation of dust
Manual handling
MEDIUM
Risk Assessment 25.0
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CONTROL MEASURES
1. All work to be planned in advance taking into consideration the type of material to be
used (dry/ready mixed render) plant required and competent personnel.
2. The work area shall be surveyed before work begins to ensure that adequate access and
egress equipment is provided for personnel and materials.
3. When working at heights a stable working platform will be provided, normally by means
of scaffolding or access towers fitted with edge protection.
4. Signs and barriers will be positioned to give warning of overhead work where
appropriate.
5. Hygiene and first-aid facilities will be available.
6. Site housekeeping to be enforced to minimise contamination of work area and equipment.
7. Access equipment to be checked before any work commences to ensure stability.
8. Work to be co-ordinated to reduce risk to third parties from falling objects or
contamination.
9. Weather conditions to be monitored when working at heights and operations will be
curtailed when the stability of any access equipment is under question
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Laying of flags kerbs Inhalation of dust
Exposure to excessive noise
contamination
Contact with Cementitious products
Kerbs falling off founds
Eye injury from flying particles
MEDIUM
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Eye injury from flying particles
Manual handling
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Work will be planned to reduce requirement for manual handling.
2. Where cutting equipment is required, adequate PPE (safety boots, goggles, mask and ear
defenders) will be provided and used.
3. Safe access and egress to be maintained to the workplace and particular care is required
when working near occupied premises or footpaths.
4. Signs, barriers and alternative safe routes will be used to give warning of pavement/road
closures and provide safe access routes for pedestrians and vehicles where appropriate.
5. Cutting equipment should be inspected prior to use and only authorised personnel
allowed to operate them.
6. Dust will be controlled by dampening.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Compressors and
pneumatic power tools
Exposure to hazardous noise levels
Vibration
Eye Injuries
Striking by falling objects
Inhalation of exhaust fumes
MEDIUM
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Inhalation of exhaust fumes
Inhalation of lubricating oil mists
Inhalation of dust
Manual handling
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Compressors/tools are subject to planned maintenance and suitable weekly inspections
are required.
2. Air receivers will be identified by serial/plant number and be fitted with pressure gauge,
safety valve, drain point and access for cleaning.
3. The safe working pressure will be identified on all air receivers and will not be exceeded.
4. All guards and covers must be fitted to moving parts of compressors, especially on V-
belts and pulleys.
5. Cutting tools provided to be kept sharp.
6. Operating instructions must be available for all plant prior to use.
7. Ensure that hoses are the right size for the tool and that the length of the hose is kept as
short as possible.
8. Hoses must be kept free from corrosive materials and protected from interference by
passing traffic.
9. Hoses must be kept clean when disconnected.
10. All connections must be properly clamped to prevent the hose whipping.
11. Compressed air should not be used to clean clothes
12. All operators must wear the correct PPE
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Working in excavations Collapse of Sides
Striking existing service
Persons falling into excavations
Striking by falling objects
Flooding of excavations
MEDIUM
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Presence of hazardous atmospheres
Presence of contaminated soil
Manual handling
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Suitable and sufficient plant must be available for trench support before work
commences.
2. Location of existing services must be completed before work commences, also
information on ground conditions.
3. Cable location equipment and local authority drawings to be utilised to trace buried
services.
4. Sides of excavation must be supported / battered where there is a risk of collapse.
5. Where flooding risk occurs, cofferdams/caissons to be installed with pumps of suitable
capacity.
6. Substantial barriers to be erected around excavations.
7. Stop blocks to be used to prevent vehicle entry.
8. Ladders to be provided for safe access/egress.
9. Suitable signs and barriers to be provided to warn of the work being undertaken.
10. Ensure safe system of work, taking account of prevailing conditions including weather,
traffic and existing structures.
11. Inspect supported excavations before work commences each day and complete the
excavation register AF3.
12. PERSONNEL MUST STAY WITHIN THE PROTECTION OF THE TRENCH
SUPPORTS AT ALL TIMES.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Working close to
underground services
Contact with electricity or gas
supplies
Flooding from water services
Contact with sewage
Explosion or asphyxia from gas leak
MEDIUM
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Interface with fibre optic mains
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Details of underground services will be obtained in advance from the relevant authority.
2. Consultation will be held with relevant authorities to agree precautions to be carried out
before work begins.
3. Site Manager to ensure that services are located and marked before work begins.
4. Plans and cable location equipment to be available.
5. Trail holes to be dug, by hand to confirm locations, taking into account of physical
indications such as junction boxes, manholes and ground conditions.
6. All services are to be assumed to be live until proven otherwise.
7. Services crossing excavations to be supported.
8. Services in concrete to be isolated where practicable, before work operations begin.
9. Work to be supervised at all times.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Manhole construction
block work
Collapse of excavation
Inhalation of dust
People, plant materials falling into
excavation
MEDIUM
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Contact with Cementitious products
Manual handling
Striking existing services
Contact with contaminated material
Use of abrasive wheels
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Sufficient & suitable plant available for trench support before work starts.
2. Location of existing services to be completed before work starts, also information on
ground conditions.
3. Safe access and egress from manhole excavation should be provided.
4. Signs and barriers to be positioned to give warning of work where appropriate.
5. Standard PPE to be made available and worn including but not limited to: safety boots,
helmets, goggles, gloves, ear defenders, overalls and barrier creams. When working in
confined spaces, gas monitors, breathing apparatus, rescue sets, tripod and winch to be
utilised.
6. Plant and equipment to maintain a safe distance from the edge of the excavation to
prevent ground instability, leading to collapse of the sides of the excavation.
7. Inspect supported excavations before work commences each day, complete Register
(AF3).
8. Maintain clean working area.
HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
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CONTROL MEASURES
1. Sufficient numbers of trained operatives and competent supervision available before
work starts.
2. Sufficient and suitable plant available for trench support, and lifting requirements before
work starts.
3. Location of existing services to be completed before work starts, also information on
ground conditions.
4. Cable location devices and local authority drawings will be used to trace buried services.
5. All tanks to be stored a safe distance from the sides of the excavation, if tanks must be
stored in close proximity to the edge then chocks or another means of support to be
implemented.
6. When mechanically lifting tanks into the trench check all slings, shackles and certificates.
7. Where the plant operator cannot see into the trench enquire that a Banksman is used to
guide the lift.
8. Standard PPE to be made available and worn including but not limited to safety boots,
helmets, goggles, gloves and ear defenders.
9. Until tank lowered sufficiently to manoeuvre safely all personnel are to maintain a safe
distance.
10. Suitable signs and barriers will be provided to warn of the work being undertaken.
11. Ensure safe systems of work, taking account of prevailing conditions including weather,
traffic and existing structures.
12. Inspect supported excavations before work commences each day, complete Register
(AF3).
13. Maintain clean working area.
Installation of
underground tanks
Collapse of excavation
Tank dropping into trench & hitting
operatives
People, plant materials falling into
excavation
Operatives/others struck by
tank/Lifting Equip.
Manual handling
Striking existing services
Contact with contaminated material
MEDIUM
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HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Pipe laying Collapse of excavation
People, plant, materials falling into
excavation
Contact with sewage
Crush injuries from slung pipe
components
Contact with silica
Contact with contaminated material
Interface with fibre optic mains
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Sufficient numbers of trained operatives & competent supervision available before work
starts.
2. Sufficient & suitable plant available for trench support, and lifting requirements before
work starts.
3. Location of existing services to be completed before work starts, also information on
ground conditions.
4. All supports should be in place before personnel enter trench - PERSONNEL MUST
STAY WITHIN THE SAFETY OF THE TRENCH SUPPORTS.
5. Operatives are to maintain a safe distance from the slung pipe until it can be safely
manoeuvred into place.
6. First aid and welfare facilities to be made available.
7. Ensure safe systems of work, taking account of prevailing conditions including weather,
traffic and existing structures.
8. Inspect supported excavations before work commences each day, complete Register
(AF3) weekly.
9. Maintain clean working area.
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HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Work on live sewage
connections
Leptospirosis (Weil’s disease)
Presence of toxic gases
Contact with sewage
Presence of flammable gases
Lack of oxygen
Contact with contaminated material
Oxygen enrichment
MEDIUM
CONTROL MEASURES
1. Planning to take into consideration the potential hazards, other risks including
excavations and natural ventilation.
2. Excavation will be adequately shored or battered - PERSONNEL MUST STAY IN
SAFE AREA.
3. Adequate ladder access will be provided to the place of work.
4. Contingency plans for possible flooding of excavation will be considered.
5. Adequate welfare provisions will be available on site - ie. Washing and changing.
6. Monitoring equipment capable of detecting flammable gases, toxic or explosive
atmosphere, lack of oxygen and presence of methane and hydrogen sulphide must be
used where required.
7. PPE may include waterproof gloves, foot protection, overalls, head, eye, hearing, barrier
cream and where necessary respiratory protection.
8. Hygiene and first-aid facilities to be available.
9. Openings will be suitably fenced or closed off when not being worked upon.
10. Pipes will be ventilated by removal of chamber covers and below work area prior to the
start of any work ensuring suitable fences and signs are present
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HAZARD RISKS RISK RATING
Noise Noise induced damage to hearing MEDIUM/LOW
Control Measures:
1. Where possible tools, plant and equipment will be fitted with mufflers or silencers.
2. Where noise levels reach a level of 80dBa ear protection will be made available to
employees
3. Where noise levels reach a level of 85dBa ear protection will be mandatory and all
employees will be required to wear it at all times. Exclusion zones will apply to exclude
non-essential personnel from a noisy area.
4. All warning signs on site to be obeyed at all times.
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Appendix 1:
Company Management Structure
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Managing Director Mr. Warren Collins
Overall responsibility for safety implementation & monitoring
&
Project Manager Mr Warren Collins
Responsible Project Location’s / works]
External Safety Advisor [Chartered Safety & Health
