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SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT FOR INTERIOR

FIT-OUTS

Project No:

REVISION
ISSUE DATE DESCRIPTION REVIEW / STATUS
HISTORY
00

PREPARED BY: REVIEWED & APPROVED BY:

QA QC ENGINEER PROJECT ENGINEER

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Table of Contents
1.0. Scope...............................................................................................................................................3
2.0. Qualifications & Experience.............................................................................................................3
3.0. Personnel Duties & Responsibilities.................................................................................................3
4.0. Training Requirements....................................................................................................................4
5.0. Plant & Equipment...........................................................................................................................4
6.0. Maintenance checks........................................................................................................................4
7.0. Prescribed Occupations and Scheduled Work.................................................................................5
8.0. Procedure........................................................................................................................................5
9.0. Selection and Use............................................................................................................................5
10.0. Procedure:...................................................................................................................................5
10.1. Hazardous Substances.............................................................................................................6
10.2. Employers Responsibilities......................................................................................................6
10.3. Hazardous Substances.............................................................................................................6
10.4. Electrical..................................................................................................................................7
10.5. Inspection and Tagging............................................................................................................7
10.6. Scaffolds...................................................................................................................................7
10.7. Scaffolds - continued................................................................................................................8
10.8. Top Plate Hung Brackets..........................................................................................................8
10.9. Top Plate Hung Brackets..........................................................................................................9
10.10. Scaffolds over 4m fall height....................................................................................................9
10.11. Edge Protection.....................................................................................................................10
10.12. Single-plank working platforms.............................................................................................10
10.13. Placement of Loads on Working Platform..............................................................................10
10.14. Working at Height..................................................................................................................11
10.15. Falling Object Protection........................................................................................................12
11.0. Risk Assessment.........................................................................................................................12

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1.0.Scope
This Safe Work Method Statement is to be used by all workers and subcontractors employed by
[Company Name] as Complete Office Fitouts as a guideline to perform works as Interior Fitouts and
installers This SWMS is used as a guide for work involved in the following work. This work may include
the following:

 Site establishment
 Demolition of existing fit-outs.
 Rubbish Removal
 Installation & Fitout
 Carpentry
 Electrical installation
 Painters
 Carpet layers
 HVAC Works
 Plasters / Plastering
 Plumbing
 Glass & aluminium Installers

All construction works completed on this project will be reviewed by the trades involved to make
alterations to this SWMS. This review will be completed by all trades involved at the time of
construction.

2.0.Qualifications & Experience

 Relevant State WHS Safety Induction for Construction Work
 Competency certificate for the relevant trade
 Subcontractors must supply a competency assessment register with their worker's details for
approval by this Company.

3.0.Personnel Duties & Responsibilities

 Comply with NSW/Government safety requirements
 Comply with Superintendent Safety requirements
 Comply with the Subcontractor and Principal Contractor SMP
 Comply with relevant state Work Cover requirements
 Operate equipment within safe limits and maintain safe work areas at all times
 Observe site-specific safety rules

4.0.Training Requirements
 Site induction to be completed to the Principal Contractor’s & Superintendent’s requirements

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 Use of personal protective equipment at all times.

 Workers must have the approval of the Supervisor to work on-site
 Engineering details, certificates, and Work Cover approvals required:
 Council-approved plans (if required)
 Induction Certificates to be recorded in the Safety Management Plan
 Installation certification is to be supplied by the Principal contractor Codes of Practice &
Legislation are to be complied with
 Advisory Standards
 Dangerous Goods Safety Management Act 2000
 WHS Act 2011
 WHS Regulation 2011
 Electrical Practices for Construction Work
 The Plumbing and Drainage Act 2011

5.0.Plant & Equipment

 Ladders
 Cranes
 Electrical equipment
 Laser Level
 Concrete vibrator
 Power tools
 Pneumatic Tools
 Gas Powered tools
 Hardhats, safety boots
 Eye protection
 Dust mask
 High visibility clothing
 Sun protection

6.0.Maintenance checks
 Daily pre-start checks by the operator
 Maintenance by a competent person to Manufactures Specifications
 All hired plant/equipment must be supplied with proof of maintenance checks
 As a Guideline [Company Name] Complete Office Fitouts personnel are aware of the following
Workplace Requirements when reviewing the above SWMS.

7.0.Prescribed Occupations and Scheduled Work

 The Principal Contractor and relevant state WHS Regulations require persons employed to
perform scheduled works in prescribed occupations to be trained and hold certification relevant
to the work being performed.

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 Management and workers must be aware of their responsibilities under the WHS Regulations.
 An assessment of the scheduled work to be performed and worker certification required must
be included in the employer’s Safety Management Plan, Job Safety Analysis (JSA) section and be
provided to the Principal Contractor before work commences.
 A list of worker competencies with proof of certification for each worker is to be provided to the
Principal Contractors before work commences.
 Regulations provide exceptions for trainees; however, the regulations must be complied with
regarding training, supervision and the keeping of records.

8.0.Procedure
Employers are to supply employees with appropriate PPE as determined by hazard analysis assessment
that is documented in the Job Safety Analysis or Work Method Statements.

9.0.Selection and Use

 Employers will ensure all items of PPE are manufactured, used and maintained according to the
relevant Australian Standards. Proof of Australian Standards compliance will be provided i.e.
labelling
 All issues of PPE to each individual are to be recorded in the employer's Safety Management
Plan.
 Each employee will be instructed in the correct use and maintenance of the PPE item before
use.
 The employee when signing for the receipt of a PPE item should also acknowledge receipt of the
relevant training
 As a general guide, no person should be required to lift, lower or carry loads above 55kg unless
mechanical assistance or team lifting arrangements are provided. It is also generally accepted
that adults are less likely to have a back injury if the objects are kept below 16kg.
 The weights between 16kg and 55kg therefore require more care in the assessment process.
Mechanical assistance and/or team lifting arrangements should be provided to reduce the risk
of injury associated with these heavier weights.

10.0. Procedure:
The following procedures are to be adopted on-site and the Contractors Safety Management Plan
covering this aspect is to be reviewed to ensure compliance with these minimum provisions:

 Manual handling risk assessments are undertaken for all high-risk manual handling tasks and
appropriate control measures are implemented.
 Mechanical equipment is to be used for manual handling tasks where applicable.
 Workers are to be trained and instructed in back care and manual handling

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10.1. Hazardous Substances

Before any substance deemed to be hazardous is brought to the workplace a Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS) is to be supplied by the Sub Contractor or person bringing the substance to the workplace.

Register
A Register of MSDS of all hazardous substances is to be maintained by the Site Supervisor. The First Aid
attendant should also be aware of the MSDSs. Some products requiring MSDSs include:

 Paints, varnishes and solvents

 Glues, adhesives, jointing compounds, concrete sealants and encapsulates.
 Industrial cleaning agents
 Insulation materials
 Cement and refractory products
 Pesticides and herbicides
 Welding fluxes and rods
 Chemical anchors
 Gases, inert and toxic
 Motor fuels and lubricants
 Substances of a like nature
 Bitumen and cutting agents

10.2. Employers Responsibilities

When a hazardous substance is first supplied to a workplace the person in charge shall advise all
employees required to use the product of the requirements concerning safe storage, use and handling
of the substance.

Storage:
 All storage and use of hazardous substances will be by the MSDS.
 All hazardous substances will be stored in their original containers with the label intact at all
times.
 Hazardous substances of any quantity will not be stored in crib rooms, container sheds or
offices.

10.3. Hazardous Substances

Use

 Where practicable the material with the lowest possible hazard capability that meets the
technical requirements for the job will be used.
 Refer to the Work Cover Publications for advice.
 Advice on a substance may be obtained from a chemical database e.g. Chemwatch
 Before using the hazardous substance all workers involved in its use will be provided with
adequate information and training to allow safe completion of the required task.

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 Confirmation of this training will be provided by a “sign off” on the Hazardous Substances
Register.
 Contractors using hazardous substances must include all required information in their Safety
Management Plan for approval by the Principal Contractor before work commences.

10.4. Electrical
 The Principal Contractor and Sub-Contractors will ensure the use of electrical wiring, portable
tools and extension leads will be by relevant state WHS Regulations, Codes of Practice and
Australian Standard AS-3000 Wiring Rules.
 Regular inspections of electrical equipment used on-site and workshop must be completed to
ensure continued compliance.

10.5. Inspection and Tagging

All electrical leads, power tools, junction boxes and earth leakage devices are to be inspected, tested
and tagged by a qualified person at regular intervals to comply with relevant state WHS regulations. Test
frequency for NSW domestic construction is each two months and each month for
commercial/industrial construction.

Register

Regulations require a register of all electrical equipment to be used on the worksite or workshop to be
recorded including the inspection expiry date as shown on the test tags.

Subcontractors must provide a copy of the register to the principal contractor as part of their Safety
Management Plan before work commences.

10.6. Scaffolds
All scaffolds must be erected and maintained to AS/NZS 1576.1:2010 Scaffolding – General requirements
and other relevant legislative requirements.

10.6.1. Scaffold Planks

Material

Scaffold planks of solid timber, vertically laminated timber or metal shall comply with the dimensional
and performance requirements of AS 1577:1993 – Scaffold Planks. The minimum width of a scaffold
plank shall be 220mm. Laminated veneer lumber (LVL) scaffold planks shall comply with the width and
performance requirements of AS 1577:1993 – Scaffold Planks.

Each scaffold plank shall be permanently and legibly marked with the following:

 Manufacturer’s name or identification

 The number of the Australian Standard i.e. AS 1577:1993 – Scaffold Planks
 Working load limit, in kilograms
 For random-length scaffold planks, the allowable span, in metres, in compliance with

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 AS 1577:1993 – Scaffold Planks Loading

When used in a working platform at a duty loading by AS/NZS 1576.1:2010 Scaffolding – General
requirements the maximum working span of a scaffold plank shall not exceed the allowable span
marked on the scaffold plank.

Notes:

a) Where scaffold planks are used as a single plank working platform, the spacing between
supports may be increased to permit a deflection of span/80 at a working load indicated by the
supplier.
b) Were multiple scaffold planks in a working platform are clamped together by a prefabricated
component used by the supplier’s instructions, to prevent differential deflection, the spacing
between supports may be increased to permit a deflection of span/80, provided that the
working load on the platform does not exceed 240kg.

10.7. Scaffolds - continued

Ladders

Portable metal and timber stepladders, single and extension shall be industrial ladders and shall have a
load rating of not less than 120kg.

Only ladders marked as complying with AS/NZS 1892.1:1996 – Portable Ladders - Metal or AS
1892.2:1992 – Portable Ladders – Timber, their duty rating (i.e. INDUSTRIAL) and their maximum
intended load shall be used on site.

Trestle Ladders

Trestle ladders shall comply with AS/NZS 1892.1:1996 – Portable Ladders - Metal or AS 1892.2:1992 –
Portable Ladders – Timber and shall not exceed 5m in length measured along the front of the stiles.

Trestle ladders may be used to support the working platforms of one or more planks. Only one person
shall be supported in any one bay of a trestle ladder working platform unless the working platform is
rated light duty.

Note: Trestle ladders with a load rating of not less than 150kg may be used to support light-duty working
platforms.

10.8. Top Plate Hung Brackets

Top-plate-hung brackets shall be supported by the top plate of the timber or steel house frame to
provide a base for a working platform. The lower end of the bracket shall be supported by any of the
following:

a) The outer face of the brick cladding through a member that spreads the load over not less than
three bricks in any direction

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b) The outer face of the wall frame through a temporary spreader spanning not less than three
studs where the spreader is nailed or otherwise secured to the studs against which it rests.
c) The outer edge of the bottom plate or the outer face of the concrete floor slab supports the
bottom plate.

10.9. Top Plate Hung Brackets

Brackets shall be designed to support the intended loads in the most adverse position that a plank may
be placed in. Where a bracket is intended to support a multiple-bay working platform, the effect of the
concentration of dead and live loads from adjacent bays shall be considered.

Where a plank bracket is intended to support a guardrail, the bracket shall be capable of resisting,
without permanent deformation.

Brackets shall be fabricated from steel or aluminium and shall be installed, used and maintained only as
set out in the supplier’s documented information.

The design of a bracket that requires support from the house frame shall take into account the forces
transmitted from the bracket to the house frame and specify the location, spacing, minimum size and
strength of framing members to which the bracket is to be attached.

Where brackets are intended to support guard railing, the brackets shall incorporate guardrail ports or
accessories to which the guardrail posts can be fitted. The brackets shall be designed to withstand
additional loads that can be transmitted by the guard railing.

Stud brackets and top-plate-hung brackets shall only be used on wall frames stabilized by return wall
frames or by other bracing.

10.10. Scaffolds over 4m fall height

Scaffolds over 4m fall height will be provided by the Principal Contractor and comply with AS/NZS
1576.3:1995 – Scaffolding – Prefabricated & tube-and-coupler scaffolding.

a) Workers on site must not alter or interfere with a certified scaffold. The site supervisor must be
informed of the changes required and will arrange for a certified scaffolder to carry out the
changes.
b) Scaffolds under construction and not yet certified are to be fitted with signs to advise other
persons the scaffold is not complete and must not be used.
c) A compliance certificate is to be issued by the scaffold erectors to the Principal Contractor upon
completion of any scaffold over 4m.
d) Subcontractors must include in the Site Specific Induction a safety inspection report of certified
scaffolds which will be used to carry out their work.
e) Any scaffold where a person can fall 4m or more must be erected and dismantled by certified
scaffolders.

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10.11. Edge Protection

Edge protection or other fall elimination shall be provided where a person or object can fall more than
2m or such other height as otherwise determined by State or Territory legislation.

Note: A risk assessment may be necessary to determine the need for edge protection at a lesser height
than 2m or at that stipulated in legislation. Where the nature of the work makes it difficult for a person
to be fully aware of the proximity of the platform edge (e.g. overhead work), edge protection should be
provided, regardless of the height of the working platform.

For a working platform 450mm or wider, the guard railing shall be no further than 100mm outside the
platform edge. For a working platform less than 450mm in width, the guard railing shall be no further
than 150mm outside the platform edge.

10.12. Single-plank working platforms

Where it is intended to use a single plank working platform, the following shall apply:

a) The work process shall be subject to a satisfactory risk assessment before implementation.
b) The plank shall be not less than 220mm wide and shall comply with AS 1577:1993 – Scaffold
Planks.
c) Edge protection or other fall elimination shall be provided where a person or object can fall
more than 2m.
d) Record risk assessment details

Note: Edge protection may be required where a person can fall less than 2m if the fall area is hazardous

10.13. Placement of Loads on Working Platform

Materials shall not be stored on single-plant working platforms. For working platforms, other than single
working platforms, concentrated loads shall not exceed the loads specified in the table below.

Notes:

1. The major loads on a working platform should be placed near the supports. Other loads should
be placed to give a uniform distribution on the working platform.
2. Tools not exceeding 10kg may be placed on single plank working platforms, provided that the
working load limit of the plank is not exceeded when accompanied by workers and working
materials.
3. Materials may be handled by workers on a single plank working platform provided that the
working load limit of any plank is not exceeded.

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MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WORKING LOADS FOR WORKING PLATFORMS

Duty classification Maximum total load for Maximum mass of any single
persons and materials kg per concentrated load of
platform per bay materials or equipment (as
part of total load) kg
Light duty 225 100
Medium duty 450 150
Heavy duty 675 200

10.14. Working at Height

a) Working at heights 3m or more is high risk and requires a Hazard Assessment and Work Method
Statements to be prepared as per the requirements of relevant State Government OH&S
Regulations.
b) Platforms, scaffolds or any other work where a person could fall 2m must have handrails or
other approved fall restraint systems in place.
c) Sub-contractors working at heights 2m or more must prepare a Hazard Analysis including Job
Safety Analysis and Work Method Statements in their Safety Management Plan and provide
them to the principal contractor for approval before commencing work on-site
d) Use of elevated work platform (EWP), Scissor or boom lift.
 Check for overhead electrical hazards
 Ensure the area is well-ventilated
 Check equipment for serviceability; including warning devices
 Check for obvious hazards in the area; form and level ground, overhead obstruction (live
cables)
 All tools and equipment are properly secured
 Ensure maximum lifting heights and weights are not exceeded
 All guard rails/access doors shall be closed before lifting commences
 An approved safety harness with a lanyard secured to the proper attachment bar should
be worn while operating the boom lift
 No person shall be permitted to get on/off the elevated platform when in a raised position
 Ensure warning devices are correctly operating
 All materials, tools and equipment taken on the scissor lifter shall be properly secured to
prevent falling while operating.
 The book lifter shall be used as an access platform only, materials, equipment and heavy
tools should not be carried
 Do not position ladders, steps or similar access items on the platform to provide additional
reach
 Restore equipment to safe condition
 Report any faults, undue wear etc. to the supervisor
 Ensure all removable operating devices (key control pads) are stored separately

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10.15. Falling Object Protection

a) Organise work schedules to prevent the need for workers to be below other work which could
cause falling objects.
b) Use Site Specific Inductions to advise workers of No Go areas around scaffolds, rooves or other
raised work areas.
c) Barriers and signage to prevent persons from entering an area may be required to prevent injury
from falling objects. I.e. when tiling rooves.
d) Mesh barriers on scaffolding or physical barriers such as hoardings may be required if persons
cannot be excluded from the risk area.
e) Toe boards are to be erected on scaffolds, floors or raised work areas where materials could be
dislodged and create a hazard.
f) Enforce head protection requirements. I.e. hardhats.

11.0. Risk Assessment

Risk
Residual
Sr. Procedure/Activity Possible Hazards Rating Safety Controls Responsibility
Risk
Before
1. Site Specific Injury to persons not aware of Site Specific Induction must be Safety
Induction hazards H relevant to the site and the work L Officer/Site
being performed Supervisor
2. Determine the Entry to NO GO areas could  Determine work areas and Safety
Scope of works cause injury NO GO areas Officer/Site
 Consult with the Site Supervisor
H L
Supervisor
 Comply with Site Safety
Management Plans
3. Determine PPE  Worksite PPE requirements  Possible PPE requirements Safety
Required are to be determined at  Obtain PPE and training Officer/Site
the time of Induction to the  clothing as required Supervisor
H L
worksite.  Hearing Protection.
 Use safety glasses to protect
from eye injury.
4. Safe Work Method  SWMS may not be relevant  If tasks are changed the Safety
Statements (SWMS) to the work being SWMS will be altered to Officer/Site
performed resulting in reflect these alterations Supervisor
injury. Alteration is to be approved
 SWMS can be altered at by the Principal Contractor
H L
any time with consultation
with the work crew.
 Constant toolbox talks daily
to review tasks being
performed.
5. Demolition & or fit- Injuries that may occur H  Use glasses to protect your L Safety
out work include: eyes Officer/Site
 Eye damage  When undertaking manual Supervisor
 Strains work ensure that you assess
 Crush injuries the load for weight, size and
 Exhaustion awkwardness.
 Use team lifting procedures

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or mechanical means where

possible and always keep a
straight back and bend the
knees.
 Rotate tasks to alleviate
repetition strain and stretch
regularly;
6. Provide a safe  Electrical shock from  Enforce inspection & tagging Safety
electrical supply damaged leads or power procedures Officer/Site
Use of Pneumatic tools  Provide approved earth Supervisor
Tools  Air failure. Flying materials leakage power outlets
Unprotected high-speed where required
equipment  Include daily inspection of
all leads & power tools
 Damaged equipment must
be removed from service
immediately and tagged out
of use
 Operators of power tools
must be competency-
H L
assessed
 Electrical tools must not be
used in wet environments
 Where practical establish
guards around cutting or
drilling points
 Ensure that all equipment is
securely fitted to prevent
the escape of air or water or
the dislodgement under the
force of a hose-Never use
pressurized air or water to
clean the unprotected skin
Hazardous  Fire  A copy of all MSDS must be Safety
substances, storage  Explosion provided to the Principal Officer/Site
& handling of  Inhalation of fumes Contractor before any works Supervisor
products  Disease from contact begin on-site
 Injury or death from  Report hazardous
unknown contents substances used onsite to
the Principal Contractor for
approval
H L
 Ensure workers using these
substances have been
trained
 MSDS must be available to
all workers on-site
 All hazardous substances
must be recorded on the
register and stored on-site.
 Injuries from incorrect H  Design work procedures to L Safety
Manual Handling of lifting eliminate or reduce manual Officer/Site
construction  Cuts from sharp edges handling Supervisor
materials  Provide continued training
for correct lifting procedures

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 Use mechanical means or

team lifting for weights over
16kgs
 Do not manually lift weights
over 55kgs
 Comply with relevant state
Work Cover code of practice
for manual handling
 Use gloves or cover sharp
edges when manual
handling
7. Protect workers Provide safe access to work Safety
falling Falls can be caused by poor areas by using: Officer/Site
access or egress  Scaffolding Supervisor
 Ladders
 Stairs
 Elevated work platforms
H  Clearly define access L
pathways
 Access must be suitable if
workers are required to
carry equipment
 Access must not be cluttered
with equipment or debris
Noise  Hearing and Health  Comply with work-hour Safety
problems requirements Officer/Site
 Comply with EPA Supervisor
requirements
 Use work methods and
H L
equipment that will reduce
noise wherever
 possible
 Use correct PPE for work
requirements
8. Protect  Injuries from falling objects  Scaffolds and any other Safety
falling raised work platform must Officer/Site
objects be fitted with toe boards Supervisor
 Wear hard and safety
footwear at all times
 Do not stand or work under
lifting equipment or
suspended loads
 Multi-level scaffolds must be
H fully decked to protect L
workers at lower levels
 If possible organize work
programs so workers do not
work in areas where falling
objects may occur
 Use signage, barriers and
spotters to prevent entry to
areas where falling
objects may occur
9. Working with  Confusion H  Hold a planning session to L Safety
 Lack of Isolation discuss the work method

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other trades  Ensure the work area is Officer/Site

clearly defined Supervisor
 Complete a Daily Job Hazard
Analysis Card before
commencing any work to
identify existing/new
hazards
10. Protrusions, nails,  Injuries from being impaled  Remove all nails, screws or Safety
screws & bolts bolts that could injure Officer/Site
workers Supervisor
 Protect protrusions that
H L
cannot be removed
 Provide safety caps to
reinforcing bars where
workers could be injured
11. Site Security  Unauthorised persons  Provide security barriers Safety
entering the work area around work areas as per Officer/Site
could be injured specifications Supervisor
 Provide signage at entry
points to prohibit
unauthorised entry as per
regulations
H  Inspect fencing at lock-up L
time, to ensure any
alterations have been
corrected
 Barricade or cover
excavations
 Check relevant signs are in
place
12. Overhead power Injuries/incidents may  Wherever possible have Safety
& stay lines include: overhead power wires Officer/Site
 Electrocution removed or disconnected Supervisor
 Fire  Training programs for
 Explosion workers to include the
following safe working
clearances for overhead
power lines:
 4m up to 132,000V
 6m up to 333,000V
 Overhead wires must be
H L
signed or taped for clear
visibility
 Where machines could enter
the safe working clearance
around power lines, provide
a competent person as a
spotter
 Provide ‘Danger – Overhead
Power’
 signs in work areas adjacent
to the lines
13. Unloading /  Fall from vehicle  Report any concerns to the Safety
loading  Being struck by delivery H Principal Contractor L Officer/Site
equipment trucks or crane  Site staff to be aware of Supervisor

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entry & set up area of trucks

& cranes.
 Crane & truck drives are to
be made aware of the
location of on-site
personnel.
14. Inspect work  Work may be dislodged by  Competent person to Safety
during installation vibration or load during H inspect work and report L Officer/Site
installation during installation Supervisor
15. Vibration from  Structure collapse  Heavy vibration equipment Safety
equipment &  Injuries from vibration is not to be used adjacent to Officer/Site
other trades an existing structure Supervisor
 When operating handheld
H L
equipment the equipment
must be fitted with
vibration-absorbing controls
and handles
16. Using chemicals &  Breathing fumes  Do not store on site, if Safety
/ or paint  Skin contact may be toxic possible Officer/Site
 Pollution  Comply with handling Supervisor
requirements
 Provide and read Material
H L
Safety Datasheets
 Provide PPE equipment
 Provide ventilation
 Dispose of the waste
correctly
17. Electrical Work  Electrocution  Only authorised/licensed & Safety
 Electrical work does not competent personnel to Officer/Site
H L
comply with the required complete electrical / data Supervisor
Australian Standard work
18. Handling frames  Manual handling injuries  Job rotation and experience Safety
an essential criteria Officer/Site
H L
 Ensure workers work as a Supervisor
team and coordinate
19. Nail gun  Manual handling injuries  Ensure workers are trained Safety
in correct manual handling Officer/Site
H techniques L Supervisor
 Ensure job rotation and rest
periods to avoid fatigue
20. Power tools  Injuries due to loss of  Ensure operators are Safety
control experienced & trained Officer/Site
H L
 Ensure job rotation and rest Supervisor
periods to avoid fatigue
21. Clean up & leave  Inhale dust when sweeping  Ensure job rotation and rest Safety
site  Hit by on-site vehicles, periods to avoid fatigue. Officer/Site
plant & equipment  Training & use of P.P.E Supervisor
 Cuts, slips, trips when equipment safety glasses &
loading waste materials dust masks.
into bins H  Ensure the work vehicle is in L
a clear area when loading
tools & equipment.
 D” Nail unused materials
 Ensure clear access to a
waste bin

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22. Electrical  Site entry and setting up  Site Induction for ALL Safety
Installation Unqualified Staff Electrical employees Risk assessment Officer/Site
Isolate the shock. of job site and work area Supervisor
Switchboard at  All unqualified staff are to be
the main switch supervised at all times while
H on-site by a suitably L
qualified tradesperson.
 Isolating essential supply.
Coordinate and gain
approval for de-energizing
switchboard
Installation of  Cuts and abrasions when  Locate existing services. Safety
Conduits feeding conduits Isolate circuits before Officer/Site
Setting out pre-  Back strain commencing work. Tag and Supervisor
wire  Splinters from timber studs lockout procedures must be
 Strain to arm, wrist, adhered to by WHS Reg.
shoulder or hand when 2011
installing wall plates  Use of PPE, wear gloves.
 Electrocution from drilling H  Bend knees, loosen up L
and cutting timber exercise training in manual
handling
 Care taken when marking
out, Training in the use of
PPE such as gloves
 Electrical test, tag and
register of all power tools
Running of cables  Slips Trips & falls  Bend at knees, do not lift Safety
 Back and shoulder strain more than 20kgs & use an Officer/Site
when carrying cable actable roller system. Supervisor
H  Ensure work area is clean L
and tidy of waste materials.
 Team lifting for all bulking
goods.
Plumbing works  Manual handling of injuries  Use team lifting techniques Safety
from lifting materials or mechanical means Officer/Site
 Cuts, abrasions, eye, ear H  for manual handling L Supervisor
and damage to feet,  Task awareness and use of
overcome by vapours. PPE
23. Installation of  Contact with services.  Seek instruction from site Safety
External  Burns sparks hitting eyes, management; utilise Dial Officer/Site
Drainage & Sewer explosion and fire when before you dig where Supervisor
cont., using Oxy Acetylene necessary
 Ensure clear access to the
work area with authorised
personnel to enter the area.
 A no-smoking rule should be
H strictly enforced. L
 Gas cylinders must be stored
in a well-ventilated area
away from heat sources, and
other dangerous substances
and protected from
accidental impact.
Installation of internal water
service and drainage cont.,

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Burns sparks hitting eyes,

explosion and fire when
using Oxy Acetylene.
 Gloves are to be worn, and
high visibility vests are to be
removed before using
oxyacetylene as the vests
are highly flammable.
 Use correct P.P.E.
equipment such as eye
protection.
 All oxy equipment is to have
flash-back arrestors fitted.
 Fire extinguisher to be
available.

RISK MATRIX / CLASSIFICATION:

Examples (Consider Near-Hits as well as actual events)
Likelihood RISK RATING

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The unwanted event has occurred frequently: Occurs in

(5) ALMOST order of (1) or more per year & is likely to reoccur within 10
5 (M) 15 (H) 20 (Ex) 25(Ex)
CERTAIN 1 year (M)

The unwanted event has occurred infrequently: Occurs

in order less than once per year & is likely to reoccur
(4) LIKELY 4 (M) 8 (M) 12 (H) 16 (Ex) 20(Ex)
within 5 years.

The unwanted event has occurred in the business at

15
(3) POSSIBLE some time: or could happen within 10 years. 3 (L) 6 (M) 9 (M) 12(H)
(H)
The unwanted event has occurred in the business at
(2) UNLIKELY some time: or could happen within 20 years. 2 (L) 4 (M) 6 (L) 8 (M) 10(M)

Examples (Consider Near-Hits as well as actual events)

(1) RARE 1 (L) 2 (L) 3 (L) 4 (L) 5 (L)

Risk Rating Risk Level Guidelines for Risk Matrix

Stop operation and review controls-
PERSON EXPOSED (Ex) - Eliminate, avoid risk &, and
16 to 25
Extereme implement high-priority action
plans
Proactively manage & implement
E – SEC Employee /
12 to 15 (H) – High specific controls/action plans-
Consultant
Review after 7 days
Actively manage & monitor –
C – Contractors /
8 to 10 (M) - Medium Additional controls are advised &
Subcontractors
reviewed after 30 days
O – Others, such as Risk acceptable – Monitor &
Public, visitors and 1 to 6 (L) - Low manage as appropriate with
clients. frequent review

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