Appliance Tagging Services Pty Ltd SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENTS

Company Name

Appliance Tagging Services Pty Ltd

Issue Date

02/09/2014

Revision Date

01/09/2015

Revision Number

1

Prepared by

Sarah Allen

Project

Appliance Test and Tag

Project Manager

Shankary Mahendran

Project Manager Phone

1300 287 669

Client

TBA

Site Address

TBA

Distribution

ATS Technicians, TBA Staff

Be warned. Any reproduction of this safety management system or associated documents without the express permission of the company and the National Electrical and Communications Association may immediately initiate legal action against that person or organization.

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DOCUMENT CONTROL Issue

Revision

Date

1

1

02/09/2014

Description

Originator

Appliance Test and Tag

Approved

Sarah Allen

DOCUMENT APPROVAL AND ISSUE

Copy Number

Issued To

Date

Approved by

Date

Position

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SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT - INDEX SWMS No.

Task Title

Pages

001

Using Portable Ladders

3

002

Manual Handling

4

003

Working at Heights

4

004

Working near Switchboards – RCD Testing

2

005

Working near Switchboards – Exit and Emergency Lighting Testing

2

006

Testing Portable Electrical Appliances

4

007

Visual Only Risk Assessment of Portable Electrical Appliances and Leads – Equipment not Shut Down

4

008

Vehicle Hazards and Security

2

009

Microwave Leakage Testing

2

010

Level 1 and Level 2 Inspection of Portable Fire Extinguishers

3

011

Level 1 and Level 2 Inspection of Service Fire Hose Reels

3

012

Monthly and Annual Inspection of Fire Hydrants

3

013

Working Outside of Normal Business Hours

2

014

Working on Switchboards – RCD Testing by Licensed Electrician

3

Rev

Acknowledgement I have been consulted on the implementation of the Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) listed above, and I have read and understood the SWMS’s and agree to work to the requirements of these Safe Work Method Statements.

Name

Signature

Date

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Appliance Tagging Services Pty Ltd.

Safe Work Method Statements

80 Patterson Road Bentleigh VIC 3204

ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Contact Number:

Project / Client:

2. 3. 4. 5. 6.  

Page 1 of 2

Date:

Revision:

Location: Work Method Steps / Task Description

  1.

SWMS No.

Break the job down into steps. Follow the six stages identified make it safe - site inspection, safety/skills training; licences; permits; job analysis/planning; lockout/tagout. get it ready - safety signage; barricades; ventilation; lighting; materials; equipment; tools; access ways, etc. do this first - safety test; initial task/preparatory works. do this next - the processes and tasks in a logical sequence. make it secure - inspect; test; secure works; lockout/tagout; replace/lock covers; close off access; etc. clean up/put away - surplus materials, hazardous materials/packaging; waste recycling; equipment/tools, etc. Each step should accomplish some major task and be in a logical sequence NNumber each step to facilitate cross-referencing

Hazards Identified 

Identify the hazards and risks associated with each step.



Hazards are unsafe conditions and unsafe acts.



A Hazard may be either intrinsic or inherent, actually existing or potential.



Examine each to find possibilities that could lead to an accident.



The risk may vary according to circumstances.

Risk Level

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Class 1 or High

Specify what practices/procedures will be implemented and what action will be taken to eliminate or minimise the hazards, and/or potential severity factors, and the risk of serious injury/damage.

The Residual Risk is the risk level after the control measure has been implemeted.

Include the measures to be taken to ensure continuity and effectiveness of the proposed controls so they can be and will be maintained.

Control measures must be adequate to make the Residual Risk Class 3 or Low.

Class 2 or Medium Class 3 or Low

Residual Risk

Person Responsible Identifies the person or persons responsible for ensuruiing the corrective action is complied with.

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS Title:

SWMS No.

Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Training Required to Complete Work

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced - Codes of Practice / Regulations / Legislation

Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

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Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment Procedure A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is the process of identifying potential hazards, assessing their risk and recording how to eliminate, or minimize, the risk to worker safety (controls). The Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is similar to a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) that was used to identify hazards and control risks previously. To help find all potential hazards the job will be broken down into activities which follow the sequence of construction. These activities are detailed in a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS), which is a list of job procedures, and other work related practices provided to the Principal Contractor. The SWMS details how the Scope of Work will be carried out. For each of the work activities and associated job steps identified in the Safe Work Method Statement provided ATS Pty Ltd will identify potential hazards. Generic task specific Safe Work Method Statements are developed by industry for particular tasks specific to the electrical and communications industry. These SWMS assist in the development of a site specific / task specific SWMS for the particular task at a particular site at a particular time. An index of the available developed SWMS follows and copies of these SWMS can be found in the Site Safety Plan. A generic (not specific to any site) Safe Work Method Statement will be submitted at tender. Broadly defined job steps will be used and general hazards identified. The SWMS will demonstrate that ATS Pty Ltd have identified the risks (particularly the High and medium risks) involved in the work and typical controls used. This SWMS will be provided for the purpose of tender evaluation. Prior to commencement of work on site the generic SWMS submitted at tender will be reviewed. Where additional hazards are identified or job steps and/or site conditions vary from those planned, the SWMS will be reviewed and updated to reflect the way the job will actually be done on the specific site and how safety will be controlled – a site specific SWMS. The SWMS Form details the person responsible for ensuring compliance with the SWMS and requires sign off by the persons involved in doing the task. It details the hazards identified and the control measures to be implemented. The completed SWMS Form provides a record to demonstrate compliance to Occupational Health and Safety Legislation.

Evaluation of the SWMS The SWMS will be evaluated on how well High and Medium hazards have been identified for the work activity to be undertaken and whether the suggested controls, wherever possible, eliminate the potential hazard or minimise the risk of injury.

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Controls should be as high as practical in the “Best to Worst” guide shown below. 1.

Best Control

2.

3.

4.

5. Worst Control

Remove the hazard completely  e.g. remove risk of electrocution by using compressed air driven tools. Separate people from the hazard  e.g. guards on power tools,  e.g. use effective barriers and edge protection,  e.g. enclose noisy machinery. Use an engineered control  e.g. use Earth leakage device (safety switch) on electrical power source.  e.g. use a machine to lift heavy objects.  e.g. use scaffolding rather than ladders to reduce risk of falls. Change work practices  e.g. training in lifting techniques.  e.g. tagging procedures. Provide personal protection (PPE)  e.g. hearing protection, eye protection etc. Note: PPE should be the last barrier chosen to protect people.

Selection and Use 

In consultation with the workers performing the task, the generic SWMS will be reviewed and a Site Specific SWMS will be developed where additional task steps or hazards are identified on site. The completed Site Specific SWMS will be signed by the ATS Pty Ltd person who is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Site Specific SWMS. Employees will review the Site Specific SWMS and sign the SWMS Form as an acknowledgement that they understand and are willing to implement the controls required to carry out the work safely. Where required the Site Specific SWMS will be reviewed and signed by the appropriate representative on the project. Work will not proceed until the above criteria is achieved.

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Risk Levels Probability

Consequence 1 2 3 4 5

A 1 1 1 2 2

B 1 1 2 2 3

C 1 2 2 2 3

D 2 2 3 3 3

E 2 2 3 3 3

1 2 3 4 5

PROBABILITY Almost Certain Likely Occasional Unlkely Rare

Class 1

High Risk

Class 2

Medium Risk

Class 3

Low Risk

A B C D E

CONSEQUENCE Catastrophic Major Moderate Minor Insignificant

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SAF-003: JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS (JSA) WORKSHEET JSA No:

Workplace:

Sub-Contractor:

Process:

Analysis By:

Reviewed By:

/

/

Approved By:

/

/

Process Steps

Potential Hazards

Risk Level

Hazard Control Measures

List the steps required to perform the task in the sequence they are carried out

List the potential hazards that could cause injury when the task is performed

Likelihood & severity

For each hazard identified, list the control measures required to eliminate or minimise the risk of injury

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Process Steps

Potential Hazards

Risk Level

Hazard Control Measures

List the steps required to perform the task in the sequence they are carried out

List the potential hazards that could cause injury when the task is performed

Likelihood & severity

For each hazard identified, list the control measures required to eliminate or minimise the risk of injury

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80 Patterson Road Bentleigh VIC 3204

ABN: 42 118 273 788 SWMS NO. 001

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Date: 02/09/2014

Revision: 1

SWMS Title: USING PORTABLE LADDERS Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag Work Method / Task Description

1.Select appropriate ladder with regard to compliance

Location: TBA Hazard Identification

Electric shock

Risk Level

1

with the relevant part of AS1892 and the work to be

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Metal or wire reinforced ladders shall not be used for any

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

3

Worker

work where there may be a live electrical installation.

done 2.Inspect the ladder for condition

Falling

2

Inspect ladders. Do not use damaged ladders.

3

Worker

3.Handling extension ladders.

Manual Handling

2

Two man carry of large extension ladders.

3

Worker

Ladder falling on person.

2

Two person lift to stand ladder up – one person footing ladder.

3

Worker

Ladder tied into position or footed until top of ladder can be Fingers caught in ladder

4.Position ladder to ensure stability

secured.

rungs while extending ladder

2

Fingers away from ladder rungs while extending.

3

Worker

Falling

2

Position ladders a minimum of 1 metre from edges of slabs or

3

Worker

Ladder slipping into

floors. Increase this distance as working heights increase.

dangerous location

Straight or extension ladders to be secured at top and bottom. Ladders need to extend 1 metre above landing level and to be long enough to work at least 1 metre from the top of the ladder. Angle of ladder should be nominally 1 in 4 Always face the ladder when ascending or descending a ladder keep two hands and one foot on the ladder. Fall protection to be used when working above 2.0 m

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS Title: USING PORTABLE LADDERS Risk Level

Work Method / Task Description

Hazard Identification

5.Using the ladder.

Falling

2

Dropping tools on

2

SWMS NO. 001 Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Hoist tools and equipment with rope – keep both hands free for

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Residual Risk

Person Responsible

3

Worker

3

Worker

3

Worker

3

Worker

3

Worker

climbing. others.

Barricade area to prevent persons from walking under ladder while in use. Do not overload pockets or tool belts with items that may fall out. Ensure footwear is appropriate and free from mud or oil.

6.Step Ladders

Falling on others

2

Erect stepladders on even and level surface. Tie ladder to permanent structure if possible. Clear people form the immediate area if possible.

7.Working on step ladders

Falling

2

Employees instructed to not use top steps. Not to straddle the step ladder Not to reach out too far Not to place tools and equipment on the top step unless designed for the task

8.Removal of ladder

Additional items identified on site

Falling

3

Leave base of ladder tied until the top is untied

Supervisor/ Worker

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS Title: USING PORTABLE LADDERS

SWMS NO. 001

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Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Training Required to Complete Work

Tradesman and others trained and competent in the use of

Supervisor to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

Supervisor to be trained in hazard identification, risk assessment

portable ladders and working around electricity Industry and Site induction No previous particular experience required

and control eg, SWMS All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at all times. Personal

Supervisor to be appropriately trained, qualified and competent in

Protective Equipment (PPE) to be worn at all times on site.

OH&S and electrical practices for the task

Barricading to be used as appropriate to protect others from working below

On the job skills training to be conducted by Supervisor to

elevated work.

personnel.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced – Codes of Practice / Regulations / Legislation

Ladders to be in accordance with

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of Practice for Safe Electrical

Australian Standard AS 1892

Work 1997, Code of Practice for Fall Protection

All PPE used to meet & be maintained to

New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work

Australian Standards

Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 All States: Code of Practice - Compliance Code Prevention of Falls. Code of Practice Manual Handling

Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

PPE to be utilised as required

Ladders complying with the relevant part of Australian Standard AS 1892.

Ladders to be checked daily.

Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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80 Patterson Road Bentleigh VIC 3204

ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: MANUAL HANDLING Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag Work Method / Task Description

Risk Assessment

Risk Control

SWMS NO. 002

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Date: 02/09/2014

Revision: 1

Location: TBA Hazard Identification

Risk Level

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

Consider the task at hand and assess the risk factors which are likely to cause manual handling injuries, taking into account the following factors –  Actions and movements used;  Layout/condition of work environment;  Posture of the body whilst working;  Duration and frequency of the task;  Weight and position of the object and its intended final location;  Nature of the object;  Work organisation;  Age, skill and experience of the worker;  Force applied.

N/A

Supervisor/

When a manual handling risk has been identified, take steps to control it

N/A

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Worker

by –  Redesigning the task to remove or minimise the risk;  If redesign is not possible, use mechanical aids (where practicable) to assist in the task and remove the manual handling risk;  If neither is possible, then provide particular training/ education to the worker(s) to control the risk. Preparation: Assess size, shape, condition and weight of load(s).

Slips, trips and falls.

2

Ensure personnel are trained in manual handling and/or effectively supervised. If load is heavy or awkward, get help. DO NOT TRY TO LIFT ON YOUR OWN. Use team lifts for heavy, long or awkward loads and control and coordinate team movements with signals.

Supervisor/ Worker

3

Supervisor/ Worker

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS Title: Manual Handling Work Method / Task Description

Preparation: Assess workflow and work area.

Hazard Identification

Risk Level

Slips, trips and

2

falls.

Lift and carry objects.

Muscular skeletal

2

stress / injury Slips, trips and falls.

2

Lacerations and abrasions.

2

Crush injuries. 2

SWMS NO. 002

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Person Responsible

Eliminate unnecessary manual handling- Use mechanical aids where possible. Allow for frequent rest periods and job rotation. Organise a smooth work flow. Ensure personnel are trained in safe lifting procedures. Ensure workplace is uncluttered and well lit & floor surfaces are even and non slip.

3

Supervisor/

Allow for frequent rest periods and job rotation. Ensure new workers are adequately supervised. Perform all movements in a controlled, balanced and comfortable position. Minimise repetitive bending, twisting and over reaching movements.

3

Worker

3

Worker

3

Worker

3

Worker

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

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Use correct lifting techniques, includingPosition your feet as close as possible to the load. Adopt a balanced position with your knees bent. Get a safe secure grip diagonally across the object with the palms of your hands.fingertips. Beware of sharp edged materials – wear safety gloves. Keep your upper body erect and as straight as possible. Tuck your chin in, draw your shoulders back and use your body weight to take up the load weight – ensure a proper grip. Take a deep breath, keep your head up and begin to lift the load by straightening your legs. Complete the lift with your head held straight. Hold and carry the load close to your body to reduce the strain on your arms, shoulders and back. Use your body weight to counter-balance the load weight by leaning slightly backwards as you move. Use your feet to change direction – do not twist your body, hips or shoulders. Avoid carrying loads that obstruct your view, particularly on inclines, declines or stairways. Avoid repetitive lifts from below mid-thigh height and above shoulder height. Avoid single handed repetitive lifts and avoid lifting while leaning over to reach the load.

Worker

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS NO. 002

SWMS Title: Manual Handling Hazard Identification

Risk Level

Muscular skeletal stress/injuries.

2

Work Method / Task Description

Lower and stack objects

Additional items identified on site

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

 Ensure your feet and body face the spot in which the object is to be placed.  Bend your knees, keep your back up straight and hold the object close to your body.

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Residual Risk

Person Responsible

3

Worker

Supervisor/ Worker

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS Title: Manual Handling

SWMS NO. 002

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Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Training Required to Complete Work

Industry and Site induction

All personnel to maintain a tidy work site.

Supervisor and employees to be instructed in correct Manual Handling

Personal protection equipment (PPE) to be worn at all times.

techniques. See NECA Toolbox Talk 61 - Manual Handling.

Seek assistance with manual handling when required

Supervisor to be trained in hazard identification, risk assessment and control

No previous experience required.

eg, SWMS Supervisor to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced – Codes of Practice / Regulations / Legislation

All PPE used to meet & be maintained to

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of Practice for Safe Electrical

Australian Standards

Work 1997, Code of Practice for Fall Protection New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 All States: Code of Practice - Compliance Code Prevention of Falls. Code of Practice Manual Handling

Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

Manual handling aids- trolley, stands, winches etc

Ensure manual Handling Aids are fit for puropose

PPE to be utilised as required Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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80 Patterson Road Bentleigh VIC 3204

ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: WORKING AT HEIGHTS Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag

Page 1 of 4

Date: 02/09/2014

Revision: 1

Location: TBA

Work Method / Task Description

Working at heights can be in the form of :-

SWMS NO. 003

Hazard Identification

Falling.

Risk Level

1

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Recommended controls for fall protection can be in three forms or a

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

3

Supervisor/

combination of either :-

Working on a roof, on the top of a tank, from an elevated

Personal injury

2

1. Fall prevention – placing a physical barrier to

platform, from a ladder, a building façade, a building under

prevent personnel working where they can fall

construction / renovation, working on a structure e.g. steel,

e.g. Walls, Mesh screening, Guardrailing / Handrails, Fixed barricading

timber, concrete, slippery surface, sloping surface, working

set back 3.0m from any fall potential

Worker

3

Supervisor/ Worker

over water, in or near lift shafts, within 2.0 m of an edge where there is the potential to fall 2.0 m or more.

2. Fall restraint – limiting personnel from reaching the point of potential fall e.g. Parachute type full body safety harness with a limited length inertia reel connected to a fixed point or static line. Roofing kneel boards to spread the load over a span

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS Title: WORKING AT HEIGHTS Work Method / Task Description

Hazard Identification

Or

SWMS NO 003

Risk Level

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

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Person Responsible

3. Fall arrest – providing personnel with protection if they do fall e.g. Industrial safety nets, parachute type full body safety harness

Where there is potential for personnel to come within 2.0m of

connected to a fixed length lanyard and shock absorber connected to a

falling 2.0m or more

fixed point or static line, or a parachute type full body safety harness connected to an inertia reel to a fixed point or static line Further forms of working at height which provide varying degrees of protection include :Swing stages, Mast climbing work platforms, Scaffolding, Crane man / work box, Elevated Work Platforms, Ladders – in some cases personnel need to be trained and certificated to operate this equipment

Additional items identified on site

Supervisor/W orker

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS Title: WORKING AT HEIGHTS

SWMS NO. 003

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Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Training Required to Complete Work

Personnel will need to be trained and confident at

Supervisor to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

Supervisor to be trained in hazard identification, risk assessment and

working at heights Industry and Site induction

control eg, SWMS All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at all times. Personal

Supervisor to be appropriately trained, qualified and competent in

Protective Equipment (PPE) to be worn at all times on site.

OH&S and electrical practices for the task.

Appropriate Certificates of Competency will be required

Barricading to be used as appropriate to protect others from working below

Training in the use of specific plant and inspection and maintenance of

by personnel for particular operations working at height,

elevated work.

equipment to be conducted for the type of equipment / plant to be

e.g. scaffolding, dogman, rigger, crane operator, elevated

Fall protection equipment to be worn where required

used.

work platform operations

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced – Codes of Practice / Regulations / Legislation

Floor capacity sufficiently engineered to carry weight of

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of Practice for

elevated work platform/s. Australian Standard AS 4576

Safe Electrical Work 1997, Code of Practice for Fall Protection

Scaffolding General, AS 2550 Cranes – Safe Use. AS 1891

New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work

Industrial Fall Arrest Systems and Devices, AS 2626

Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical

Industrial Safety Belts and Harnesses.

Safety Act 2002

All PPE used to meet & be maintained to Australian

South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011

Standards

Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 All States: Code of Practice - Compliance Code Prevention of Falls.

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SWMS Title: WORKING AT HEIGHTS

SWMS NO. 003

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Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

PPE to be utilised as required

Hazard Identification to be conducted for plant used eg. Scissor lift, boom lift, cherry

Cranes, Elevated Work Platform/s, scaffolding in

Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest

picker, cranes, swingstages, crane work box. Ensure compatibility of components

accordance with manufacturers recommendations Fall

particularly for fall protection / restraint / arrest equipment

arrest / protection equipment must be checked prior to every use by a competent, trained person

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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80 Patterson Road Bentleigh VIC 3204

ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: WORKING NEAR SWITCHBOARDS – RCD TESTING Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag

SWMS NO. 004

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Date: 02/09/2014

Revision: 1

Location: TBA

Work Method / Task Description

Hazard Identification

Risk Level

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

1. Ensure area is free from Hazards (including rain)

Trips and Falls Electric Shock

3

Place “work in progress” signs in area If switchboard is located outside, and it is raining, works shall not commence.

2. Confirm with client power is able to be isolated whislt conducting test as power shut down could impact important equipment. Ensure PC’s are shut down FIRST.

NIL

3

Confirm with client through use of “As Installed” Drawings. DO NOT complete test if there is any doubt.

3. Push button RCD Test

Potential Electric shock

3

Ensure Switchboard internal cover is in place so no contact can be made with live parts

4. Operating Trip Time RCD Test – Check switchboard legend to confirm the outlets on the circuit prior to commencing test

Potential Electric shock

3

Ensure Switchboard internal cover is in place so no contact can be made with live parts

5. Record results

NIL

3

6. Reinstate circuit breaker to original status

Potential Electric shock

3

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

Ensure there is no load on circuit breaker when resetting where practical.

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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Additional items identified on site

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Safe Work Method Statement Title :

WORKING NEAR SWITCHBOARDS – Testing RCD’s

Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required Tradesman and others trained and competent in

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Technician to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

the testing of RCD’s

SWMS NO. 004

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Training Required to Complete Work Technician to be trained in risk identification, assessment and control eg, Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

Appropriate industry and site induction.

All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at all times. Personal Protective

Technician to be appropriately trained, qualified and competent in

Equipment (PPE) to be worn at all times on site.

OH&S and electrical practices for the task.

All personnel to carry and maintain a First Aid Kit. No previous particular experience required

On the job skills training to be conducted by Supervisor to personnel.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced – Codes of Practice / Regulations / Legislation

Testing to be completed in accordance with

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of Practice for Safe

AS/NZS 3760:2010 and AS/NZS 3012 where

Electrical Work 1997, Code of Practice for Fall Protection

applicable

New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 All States: Code of Practice - Compliance Code Prevention of Falls, Managing Electrical Risks in the Workplace

Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

PPE to be utilised as required

RCD Tester

RCD Testers to be tested annually

Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest, Long pants/longs sleeves

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: WORKING NEAR SWITCHBOARDS – Exit and Emergency Lighting Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag

SWMS NO. 005

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Revision: 1

Location: TBA

Work Method / Task Description

Hazard Identification

Risk Level

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

1. Ensure area is free from Hazards

Trips and Falls

5

Place “work in progress” signs in area

2. Confirm with client testing is able to be conducted

NIL

5

Confirm with client through use of “As Installed” Drawings. DO NOT

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

complete test if there is any doubt. 3. Push button Exit and Emergency Lighting Test

Potential Electric shock

5

Ensure Switchboard internal cover is in place so no contact can be made with live parts

4. Operating Trip Time Exit and Emergency Lighting Test –

Potential Electric shock

5

Check switchboard legend to confirm the lights on the circuit

Ensure Switchboard internal cover is in place so no contact can be made with live parts

prior to commencing test 5. Record results 6. Cleaning of Exit and Emergency light fittings and tube

Falls

Refer SWMS 006 and SWMS 001.

replacement 7. Reset Exit and Emergency Lighting test switch

NIL

5

Ensure Switchboard internal cover is in place so no contact can be made

Falls

3

with live parts

Potential Electric shock

5

Additional items identified on site

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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Work Method Statement Title :

WORKING NEAR SWITCHBOARDS –EXIT AND EMERGENCY LIGHT TESTING

Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required Tradesman and others trained and competent in the

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

SWMS NO. 005

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Training Required to Complete Work

Technician to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

testing of Exit and Emergency Lighting

Technician to be trained in risk identification, assessment and control eg, Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

Appropriate industry and site induction.

All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at all times. Personal

Technician to be appropriately trained, qualified and competent in

Protective Equipment (PPE) to be worn at all times on site.

OH&S and electrical practices for the task.

All personnel to carry and maintain a First Aid Kit. No previous particular experience required

On the job skills training to be conducted by Supervisor to personnel.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced – Codes of Practice / Regulations / Legislation

Testing to be completed in accordance with AS/NZS

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of Practice for Safe

2293

Electrical Work 1997, Code of Practice for Fall Protection New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 All States: Code of Practice - Compliance Code Prevention of Falls, Managing Electrical Risks in the Workplace

Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

PPE to be utilised as required

Ladders complying with the relevant part of Australian

Ladders to be checked daily.

Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest, Long pants/long sleeves

Standard AS 1892.

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: ELECTRICAL TESTING AND TAGGING to AS/NZS 3760:2010 Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag

SWMS NO. 006

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Date: 02/09/2014

Revision: 1

Location: TBA Risk Level

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

Do inspection and review tasks. Check test equipment and PPE, consult with workers involved Clear area and use appropriate barricades and signage. Place ATS “work in progress” signs in area Observe No live work policy DO NOT complete test if there is any doubt as to the impact of the test on work systems. Ask Client to power down any equipment prior to testing

3 3 3

Sup./Worker Worker Worker

1

Person undertaking work must be competent Refer to codes and standard Involve employees in preparation Plug test equipment in to Portable RCD before use

3

Worker

Electric shock

1

Switch off at socket and disconnect plug. Ensure plug is in vision when disconnecting from socket

3

Worker

4.Undertake visual and physical inspection for damage and defects in appliance, accessories, connectors, plugs and extension outlet sockets.

Minor cuts from sharp edges

3

Apply due care in inspection Wear protective gloves where appropriate Ensure items are unplugged prior to commencing visual inspection

3

Worker

5.Check flexible cords are effectively anchored to equipment, plugs and sockets.

Hand injuries and cuts

3

Apply due care in inspection Wear protective gloves where appropriate Ensure items are unplugged prior to commencing visual inspection

3

Worker

6. If item passes Visual test, test earth continuity resistance not

Hand injuries and cuts

3

Apply due care in inspection Wear protective gloves where appropriate

3

Worker

Work Method / Task Description

Hazard Identification

1.Confirm workplace and task requirements. Ensure area is free from Hazards. Confirm with client testing is able to be conducted.

Site specific issues Worker safety Public access and unauthorised persons

3 3 3

2.Ensure that work complies with AS3760 Check operation of test equipment.

Inadequate knowledge Overlook fault

3.Unplug equipment from the supply.

exceeding 1 ohm. Test insulation resistance not less than 1 megohm.

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS Title: ELECTRICAL TESTING AND TAGGING to AS/NZS 3760:2010 Work Method / Task Description

Hazard Identification

SWMS NO. 006 Risk Level

1

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Protect equipment with RCD or isolating transformer. Refer to stringent precautions to be followed when doing live testing in the COP Low voltage electrical work and prepare a separate risk assessment and SWMS for this work Confirm operating procedures of any infamilar equipment prior to completing Power Up test.

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Residual Risk

Person Responsible

3

Worker

7.Alternatively use leakage current test at rated voltage Class I – 5mA max Cords and Class II – 1mA max

Electric shock Note the protective earth conductor may be live whilst testing

8.Prepare and fit tag to compliant equipment. If a retest site, remove previous tag. Record results using ATS system. Return passed items to service.

N/A

N/A

Tags do not have to be colour coded.

Worker

9. Prepare and fit fail tag and Danger tag to non compliant equipment. Take faulty items out of service and advise client of issue so client can arrange repair / replacement. Record results using ATS system. 10. Return item to normal operation

N/A

N/A

N/A

Worker Client

N/A

N/A

N/A

Worker Client

Additional items identified on site

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS Title: ELECTRICAL TESTING AND TAGGING to AS/NZS 3760:2010

SWMS NO. 006

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Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Training Required to Complete Work

Tradesman and others trained and competent in the

Technician to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

Person to be trained in testing either as an electrician or a certified

testing of Portable Electrical Appliances

All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at all times. Personal Protective

Portable Appliance Tester (PAT).

Appropriate industry and site induction.

Equipment (PPE) to be worn at all times on site.

Technician to be trained in risk identification, assessment and control

Technician to ensure test equipment and power supplies have been inspected

eg, Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

tested and tagged.

Technician to be appropriately trained, qualified and competent in

All personnel to carry and maintain a First Aid Kit.

OH&S and electrical practices for the task.

Technician to ensure test equipment is verified in accordance with the manufacturers specifications Stop work rather than accept a safety risk. On the job skills training to be conducted by Supervisor to personnel.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced – Codes of Practice / Regulations / Legislation

AS/NZS 3760 and client’s specifications.

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of

All PPE used to meet & be maintained to Australian Standards

Practice for Safe Electrical Work 1997, Code of Practice for Fall Protection New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 All States: Code of Practice Manual Handling, Managing Electrical Risks in the Workplace

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SWMS Title: ELECTRICAL TESTING AND TAGGING to AS/NZS 3760:2010

SWMS NO. 006

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Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

PPE to be utilised as required

Insulation resistance meter (mega) and ohmmeter.

Test instruments to be checked daily.

Portable Appliance Tester unit where appropriate.

All PPE and test equipment to be checked before use.

Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest, Long pants/long sleeves

RCD or isolation transformer.

PAT to be verified annually or in accordance with the manufacturers specifications

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: VISUAL ONLY RISK ASSESSMENT OF PORTABLE ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES AND LEADS – EQUIPMENT NOT SHUT DOWN Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag Work Method / Task Description

SWMS NO. 007

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Date: 02/09/2014

Revision: 1

Location: TBA Hazard Identification

Risk Level

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

Sup./Worker Worker Worker

1.Confirm workplace and task requirements. Ensure area is free from

Site specific issues

3

Ask Client to power down any equipment prior to testing where

3

Hazards. Confirm with client testing is able to be conducted.

Worker safety

3

possible. If not possible, follow this procedure. Do inspection and

3

Ensure client is aware VISUAL ONLY RISK ASSESMENT is not in accordance with AS/NZS 3760:2010.

Public access and

3

review tasks.

3

unauthorised persons

Check test equipment and PPE, consult with workers involved Clear area and use appropriate barricades and signage. Place ATS “work in progress” signs in area DO NOT complete assessment if there is any doubt as to the impact of the assessment on work systems.

2. Undertake visual risk assessment only for damage and defects on

Neck strain;

3

Ensure client is aware plug pins cannot be inspected.

the exterior of the appliance, including accessories, connectors,

Exposure to heat;

Apply due care in risk assessment. Do not expose self to uncontrolled

leads, plugs and extension outlet sockets.

Exposure to moving

hazards.

parts;

Where 100% of item cannot be seen visually, note on ATS job sheet

Electric shock

and advise client. Client to advise next steps and ATS to note all

3

Worker

1

Worker

clients requests on job sheet – Client to sign off. Do not tag appliance. 3.Where deemed safe to do so, physical risk assessment to be

Electric shock

1

Apply due care in risk assessment. Only conduct physical assesment

conducted.

Exposure to heat;

where 100% of item has passed visual assesment.

Ensure client is aware plug pins cannot be inspected.

Exposure to moving

Wear protective gloves where appropriate

parts;

Ensure client is aware plug pins cannot be inspected. Where 100% of item cannot be seen visually, do not conduct physical assessment and advise client. Do not tag appliance. Client to advise next steps and ATS to note all clients requests on job sheet – Client to sign off.

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS Title: VISUAL ONLY RISK ASSESMENT OF PORTABLE ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES AND LEADS – EQUIPMENT NOT SHUT DOWN Work Method / Task Description

Hazard Identification

Risk Level

1

SWMS NO. 007

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

4.Check flexible cords are effectively anchored to equipment, plugs

Hand injuries and

Apply due care in inspection

and sockets.

cuts

Wear protective gloves where appropriate

Electric shock

Only conduct physical asssessment where 100% of item has passed

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Residual Risk

Person Responsible

1

Worker

3

Worker

1

Worker

visual assesment. 5. If item passes Visual and Physical risk assessment, apply ATS visual

Neck strain;

3

risk assesment “pass” tag to item and complete assessment and re-

Exposure to heat;

Re-assessment date to be based on environment. Maximum 12months.

assessment date. Record risk assessment using ATS system.

Exposure to moving

Ensure client is aware risk assessment “pass” tags are not compliant

parts;

with AS/NZS 3760:2010

Electric shock

Apply due care in applying tag to easily accessible area of appliance 1

ATS specific VISUAL ONLY tag to be applied.

6. Advise client of items “failing” risk assesment.

Neck strain;

Client to advise course of action for failed/faulty items that are unable

Record risk assessment using ATS system. Appy ATS danger tag to

Exposure to heat;

to be shut down.

non compliant equipment. Ask client to take out of service. Client to

Exposure to moving

Only fit ATS Danger tag where safe to do so.

arrange repair / replacement.

parts;

DO NOT apply ATS risk assessment “pass” tag

Electric shock

Apply due care in applying tag to easily accessible area of appliance

Client

Note all actions taken on Daily Sheet and request client sign off Additional items identified on site

Supervisor/ Worker

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS Title: VISUAL ONLY RISK ASSESMENT OF PORTABLE ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES AND LEADS – EQUIPMENT NOT SHUT DOWN

SWMS NO. 007

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Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Training Required to Complete Work

Tradesman and others trained and competent in the

Technician to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

Person to be trained in testing either as an electrician or a certified

testing of Portable Electrical Appliances

All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at all times. Personal Protective

Portable Appliance Tester (PAT).

Appropriate industry and site induction.

Equipment (PPE) to be worn at all times on site.

Technician to be trained in risk identification, assessment and control

Technician to ensure test equipment and power supplies have been inspected

eg, Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

tested and tagged.

Technician to be appropriately trained, qualified and competent in

All personnel to carry and maintain a First Aid Kit.

OH&S and electrical practices for the task.

Technician to ensure test equipment is verified in accordance with the manufacturers specifications Stop work rather than accept a safety risk. On the job skills training to be conducted by Supervisor to personnel.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced – Codes of Practice / Regulations / Legislation

AS/NZS 3760 and client’s specifications.

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of

All PPE used to meet & be maintained to Australian Standards

Practice for Safe Electrical Work 1997, Code of Practice for Fall Protection New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 All States: Code of Practice Manual Handling, Managing Electrical Risks in the Workplace

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SWMS Title: VISUAL ONLY RISK ASSESMENT OF PORTABLE ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES AND LEADS – EQUIPMENT NOT SHUT DOWN

SWMS NO. 007

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Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

PPE to be utilised as required

Insulation resistance meter (mega) and ohmmeter.

Test instruments to be checked daily.

Portable Appliance Tester unit where appropriate.

All PPE and test equipment to be checked before use.

Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest, Long pants/longs sleeves

RCD or isolation transformer.

PAT to be verified annually or in accordance with the manufacturers specifications

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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80 Patterson Road Bentleigh VIC 3204

ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: VEHICLE HAZARDS AND VEHICLE SECURITY Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag Work Method / Task Description

1. Storage of Test Equipment and Consumables (Tags, EPOD’s, etc) in

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Revision: 1

Location: TBA Hazard Identification

Projecticle

Risk Level

3

Vehicle

2. Vehicle security

SWMS NO. 008

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Follow ATS guidelines and standard vehicle packing practices. Ensure

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

Worker

all items are secured in the rear of the vehicle.

Breaking and Entering / Theft

3

Ensure vehicle is locked at all times and parked in a secure area when

Worker

unattended for a period of time. Refer to ATS Policies and Procedures manual for further details on ATS Vehcile Policy.

Additional items identified on site

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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Work Method Statement Title :

VEHICLE HAZARDS AND SECURITY

SWMS NO. 008

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Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Training Required to Complete Work

Tradesman and others holding a Vehicle licence

Technician to carry out daily inspections of vehicle for hazards.

Completion of assesment prior to being awarded drivers licence

All personnel to maintain tidy vehicle at all times All personnel to carry and maintain a First Aid Kit.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced – Codes of Practice / Regulations / Legislation

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of Practice for Safe Electrical Work 1997, Code of Practice for Fall Protection New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011

Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

PPE to be utilised as required

Van – Holden Combo or equivalent

Vehicle to be serviced in accordance with manufacturers specifications and maintained as required

Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest, Long pants/long sleeves

Van – Mercedes Benz Vito or equivalent

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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80 Patterson Road Bentleigh VIC 3204

ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: MICROWAVE RADIATION LEAKAGE TESTING Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag Work Method / Task Description

SWMS NO. 009

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Date: 02/09/2014

Revision: 1

Location: TBA Hazard Identification

Risk Level

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

Worker

1. Following visual inspection and electrical test and tag in accordance with SWMS 007, place 1 cup of water in Microwave.

2. Set Microwave on HIGH and press START – Operating time is 30

Boiling Water with

Do not operate Microwave for longer than 60 seconds to reduce

seconds max

possibility of scalding

instances of boiling water

Worker

Worker

3. Hold the tester steady 5-10cm away from surfaces and run the device along and around all door seal and hinge areas and diagonally across window face to detect for leakage from the oven.

Worker

4. Record the highest value displayed during the test using the Supernova DATA ONLY entry. 5. Dispose of cup of water immediately to appropriate waste area.

Boiling Water with

Do not operate Microwave for longer than 60 seconds to reduce

possibility of scalding

instances of boiling water

Worker

Additional items identified on site

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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Work Method Statement Title :

MICROWAVE RADIATION LEAKAGE TESTING

Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required Tradesman and others trained and competent in

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

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Training Required to Complete Work

Technician to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

Technician to be trained in risk identification, assessment and control

the radiation testing of Microwaves Appropriate industry and site induction.

SWMS NO. 009

eg, Job Safety Analysis (JSA). All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at all times. Personal Protective

Technician to be appropriately trained, qualified and competent in

Equipment (PPE) to be worn at all times on site.

OH&S and electrical practices for the task.

All personnel to carry and maintain a First Aid Kit. No previous particular experience required

On the job skills training to be conducted by Supervisor to personnel.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced – Codes of Practice / Regulations / Legislation

AS/NZS 3350.2.25:2001 Safety of Household and Similar

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of Practice for

Electrical Appliances – Particular Requirements for

Safe Electrical Work 1997, Code of Practice for Fall Protection

Microwave ovens (IEC 60335-2-25:1996, MOD)

New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011

Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

PPE to be utilised as required

Microwave Leakage Tester

Check equipment annually

Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest, Long pants/long sleeves

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved 3. 6.

1. 4. 7.

2. 5. 8.

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Safe Work Method Statements

80 Patterson Road Bentleigh VIC 3204

ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: LEVEL 1 AND LEVEL 2 INSPECTION OF PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag

SWMS NO. 010

Page 1 of 3

Date: 02/09/2014

Revision: 1

Location: TBA

Work Method / Task Description

Hazard Identification

Risk Level

1. Report to site contact and Sign-in on contractor book, do site Induction and obtain access keys.

3

2. Ensure area is free from Hazards

3

3

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

3

Worker

Place “work in progress” signs in area

3

Worker

Read Contractor Health & Safety Guidelines provided by

3

Worker

3

Worker

3. Conduct inspection of equipment in accordance with

Cutting fingers on metal service tag or sharp

Australian Standard AS1851 Part 1.

edges on extinguisher cylinder skirt.

client. Wear correct PPE equipment (gloves, steel cap

Pinching fingers when using tagging punch.

boots). Apply correct manual handling protocols.

4. Removal of Extinguishers for levels 4 & 5 service. Placing

Muscle strain when lifting large extinguishers

extinguishers on trolley and taking them to vehicle. Loading

off wall hook or when inverting dry powder

Ensure extinguisher pull pin is secure and place on

into plastic basket ready for transportation back to BFP.

extinguishers.

trolley ensuring it is positioned towards the centre. Limit

Extinguishers to be transported upright with all pull pins installed. Loading Extinguishers into vehicle.

3

Provide loan extinguisher in place of unit to be removed.

number of extinguishers on trolley to maximum 8 units. Area left unprotected when extinguisher has been removed.

Apply correct manual handling protocols.

Extinguisher falling off trolley. Muscle strain when lifting large extinguishers RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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Safe Work Method Statement Title :

Safe Work Method Statements

LEVEL 1 AND LEVEL 2 INSPECTION OF PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Work Method / Task Description

5. During service and on completion ensure all hand tools are

Hazard Identification

Trips and Falls

SWMS NO. 010

Risk Level

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

3

Tidy up work area at regular intervals and keep area free

placed back into service pouch and remove any rubbish caused

Page 2 of 3 Residual Risk

3

Person Responsible

Worker

of tools on ground, prevent a tripping hazard.

by service.

6. Record results of service on Certificate of Inspection (COI)

NA

NA

NA

3

N/A

Worker

before moving to the next piece of equipment.

7. Upon completion and/or at the end of each day return

Trips and Falls

3

Worker

access keys to site contact, and Sign-out on contractor book.

Additional items identified on site

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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Safe Work Method Statements

Safe Work Method Statement Title :

LEVEL 1 AND LEVEL 2 INSPECTION OF PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required Technicians trained and competent in the testing of

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Technician to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

Fire Extinguishers

SWMS NO. 010

Page 3 of 3

Training Required to Complete Work Technician to be trained in risk identification, assessment and control eg, Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

Appropriate industry and site induction.

All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at all times. Personal Protective

Technician to be appropriately trained, qualified and competent in

Equipment (PPE) to be worn at all times on site.

OH&S and electrical practices for the task.

All personnel to carry and maintain a First Aid Kit. No previous particular experience required

On the job skills training to be conducted by Supervisor to personnel.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced – AS1851 - 2012

Testing to be completed in accordance with

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of Practice for Safe

AS/NZS 1851

Electrical Work 1997, Code of Practice for Fall Protection New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011

Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

PPE to be utilised as required Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest, Long pants/long sleeves

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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Safe Work Method Statements

80 Patterson Road Bentleigh VIC 3204

ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: LEVEL 1 AND LEVEL 2 SERVICE FIRE HOSE REELS Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag

SWMS NO. 011

Page 1 of 3

Date: 02/09/2014

Revision: 1

Location: TBA

Work Method / Task Description

Hazard Identification

Risk Level

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Resid ual Risk

Person Responsi ble

Sup./Wor ker Worker Worker

1.Confirm workplace and task requirements.

Site specific issues

3

Do inspection and review tasks.

3

Ensure area is free from Hazards. Confirm with

Worker safety

3

Check test equipment and PPE, consult with workers

3

client testing is able to be conducted.

Public access and unauthorised persons

3

involved

3

Clear area and use appropriate barricades and signage. Place ATS “work in progress” signs in area 2. Conduct inspection of equipment in accordance

Cutting fingers on metal service tag or sharp edges on hose

with Australian Standard AS1851 Part 2.

reel rim.

3

Read Contractor Health & Safety Guidelines provided by client. Wear correct PPE equipment (gloves, steel cap

Pinching fingers when using tagging punch or reeling up hose.

boots). Apply correct manual handling protocols.

3

Worker

3

Worker

Muscle strain when unreeling or reeling up hose.

3. Level 2 service unreeling 36 metres of hose,

Potential to cause a false alarm if hose reels are fitted with

discharging water for flow test and reeling up hose.

Pressure or Flow switches that interface with the building’s

3

Arrange isolation of relevant zones on FIP prior to flow test, if applicable.

fire alarm system.

Provide “Men at Work” warning signage and/or bollards to

Slip, Trip or Fall when hose has been unreeled for flow test

alert occupants in area. Discharge minimum amount of

and if water has dripped onto hard surface floor. Potential to

water into bucket or if practicable into a water drain. Use

jamb fingers/hand between reel and drum whilst rewinding

absorbent cloth to wipe any water spill. Apply correct manual handling protocols. Rewind drum facing front plate, ensuring wearing protective gloves and proceed in an even manner.

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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Safe Work Method Statements

Work Method Statement Title :

LEVEL 1 AND LEVEL 2 SERVICE FIRE HOSE REELS

Work Method / Task Description

SWMS NO. 011 Risk Level

Hazard Identification

Page 2 of 3

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

. 4. During service and on completion ensure all hand

Slip, Trip or Fall.

3

Tidy up work area at regular intervals

tools are placed back into service pouch and

and keep area free of tools on

remove any rubbish caused by service.

ground, minimise a tripping hazard.

5. Record results of service on Certificate of

3

Worker

NIL

3

NA

3

Worker

NIL

3

NA

3

Worker

Inspection (COI) before moving to the next piece of equipment. 6. Upon completion of service report site contact, return access keys and Sign-out on contractor register.

Additional items identified on site

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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Safe Work Method Statements

Work Method Statement Title :

LEVEL 1 AND LEVEL 2 SERVICE FIRE HOSE REELS

Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Technicians trained and competent in the testing of of

Technician to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

Fire Hose Heels

SWMS NO. 011

Page 3 of 3

Training Required to Complete Work Technician to be trained in risk identification, assessment and control eg, Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

Appropriate industry and site induction.

All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at all times. Personal

Technician to be appropriately trained, qualified and competent in

Protective Equipment (PPE) to be worn at all times on site.

OH&S and electrical practices for the task.

All personnel to carry and maintain a First Aid Kit. No previous particular experience required

On the job skills training to be conducted by Supervisor to personnel.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced – AS1851 - 2012

Testing to be completed in accordance with AS 1851

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of Practice for Safe

Part 2.

Electrical Work 1997, Code of Practice for Fall Protection New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011

Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

PPE to be utilised as required Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest, Long pants/long sleeves

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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Safe Work Method Statements

80 Patterson Road Bentleigh VIC 3204

ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: MONTHLY AND ANNUAL INSPECTION FIRE HYDRANTS Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag

SWMS NO. 012

Page 1 of 3

Date: 02/09/2014

Revision: 1

Location: TBA

Work Method / Task Description

Risk Level

Hazard Identification

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

Sup./Worker Worker Worker

1.Confirm workplace and task requirements. Ensure

Site specific issues

3

Do inspection and review tasks.

3

area is free from Hazards. Confirm with client testing

Worker safety

3

Check test equipment and PPE, consult with workers involved

3

is able to be conducted.

Public access and unauthorised

3

Clear area and use appropriate barricades and signage. Place ATS

3

persons 2. Report to site contact and Sign-in on contractor

Slip, Trip or Fall where hydrants are

book, do site Induction and then proceed to obtain

located on stair landings

“work in progress” signs in area 3

Read Contractor Health & Safety Guidelines provided by client. Wear

3

Worker

3

Worker

correct PPE equipment (gloves, steel cap boots).

access keys. Conduct inspection of equipment in

Apply correct manual handling protocols.

accordance with Australian Standard AS1851 Part 4. 3. Annual Presence of Water Check discharging water.

Potential to cause a false alarm if hydrants are fitted with Pressure or

3

Arrange isolation of relevant zones on FIP prior to presence of water check.

Flow switches that interface with the building’s fire alarm system.

Provide “Men at Work” warning signage and/or bollards to alert

Slip, Trip or Fall when hydrant has

occupants in area. Discharge minimum amount of water into bucket

been discharged for presence of

or if practicable into a water drain. Use absorbent cloth to wipe any

water check and water has dripped

water spill. Apply correct manual handling protocols.

onto hard surface floor. RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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Safe Work Method Statements

Work Method Statement Title : Work Method / Task Description

4. During service and on completion ensure all hand tools are placed

LEVEL 1 AND LEVEL 2 SERVICE FIRE HOSE REELS Risk Level

Hazard Identification

Slip, Trip or Fall.

3

back into service pouch and remove any rubbish caused by service.

SWMS NO. 011

Page 2 of 3 Residual Risk

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Tidy up work area at regular intervals and keep area free of tools on

Person Responsible

3

Worker

NA

Worker

ground, minimise a tripping hazard.

Record results of service on Certificate of Inspection (COI) before moving to the next piece of equipment. 5. Upon completion and/or at the end of each day return access keys

NIL

NIL

NA

to site contact, and Sign-out on contractor book.

Additional items identified on site

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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Safe Work Method Statements

SWMS Title: MONTHLY AND ANNUAL INSPECTION FIRE HYDRANTS

SWMS NO. 012

Page 2 of 3

Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Training Required to Complete Work

Technicians trained and

Technician to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

Person to be trained in testing of Fire Hydrants

competent in the testing of testing

All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at all times. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be worn

Technician to be trained in risk identification, assessment

of Fire Hydrants

at all times on site.

and control eg, Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

Technician to ensure equipment and power supplies have been inspected tested and tagged.

Technician to be appropriately trained, qualified and

All personnel to carry and maintain a First Aid Kit.

competent in OH&S and electrical practices for the task.

Stop work rather than accept a safety risk. On the job skills training to be conducted by Supervisor to personnel.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Referenced – AS1851 - 2012

Testing to be completed in

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of Practice for Safe Electrical Work 1997,

accordance with AS 1851 Part

Code of Practice for Fall Protection

4

New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011

Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

PPE to be utilised as required Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest, Long pants/long sleeves

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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Safe Work Method Statements

80 Patterson Road Bentleigh VIC 3204

ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: WORKING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag

SWMS NO. 013

Page 1 of 2

Date: 02/09/2014

Revision: 1

Location: TBA

Work Method / Task Description

Risk Level

Hazard Identification

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

Sup./Worker Worker Worker

1.Confirm workplace and task requirements. Ensure area

Site specific issues

3

Do inspection and review tasks.

3

is free from Hazards. Confirm with client testing is able

Worker safety

3

Check test equipment and PPE, consult with workers involved

3

to be conducted. Identify any after hours security

Public access and unauthorised

3

Clear area and use appropriate barricades and signage. Place ATS

3

procedures required.

persons

2. Report to site contact and Sign-in on contractor book.

Slip, Trip or Fall

“work in progress” signs in area 3

Complete site Induction and obtain access keys. Make

Read Contractor Health & Safety Guidelines provided by client. Wear

3

Worker

correct PPE equipment. Apply correct manual handling protocols.

arrangements for return of access keys. 3. If no client staff are to remain on site while works are

Worker safety

being conducted, ensure ATS are aware.

3

Advise ATS you are the only one on site. Make arrangements for regular “check-ins” to ensure worker safety

4. Ensure works are completed in accordance with specification and SWMS 5. Return all access keys and ensure site is restored to normal function as per SWMS

Additional items identified on site

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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SWMS Title:

Safe Work Method Statements

WORKING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS

SWMS NO. 013

Page 2 of 2

Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Training Required to Complete Work

Technicians trained and

Technician to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

Technician to be trained in risk identification, assessment

competent in the completion of

All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at all times. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be worn

and control eg, Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

the tasks required

at all times on site.

Technician to be appropriately trained, qualified and

Technician to ensure equipment and power supplies have been inspected tested and tagged.

competent in OH&S and electrical practices for the task.

All personnel to carry and maintain a First Aid Kit. Stop work rather than accept a safety risk. On the job skills training to be conducted by Supervisor to personnel.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards Testing to be completed in

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of Practice for Safe Electrical Work 1997,

accordance with applicable

Code of Practice for Fall Protection

Australian Standards

New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011

Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

PPE to be utilised as required Hard Hat, Ear protection, Eye protection, Safety Vest, Long pants/long sleeves

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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Safe Work Method Statements

80 Patterson Road Bentleigh VIC 3204

ABN: 42 118 273 788

SWMS Title: WORKING ON SWITCHBOARDS – RCD TESTING BY LICENSED ELECTRICIAN ONLY Person responsible for ensuring compliance with this SWMS:

Shankary Mahendran

Contact Number: 1300 287 669

Project / Client: TBA / Appliance Test and Tag

SWMS NO. 014

Page 1 of 2

Date: 02/09/2014

Revision: 1

Location: TBA

Work Method / Task Description

Hazard Identification

Risk Level

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Residual Risk

Person Responsible

THIS SWMS IS ONLY TO BE FOLLOWED BY QUALIFIED AND LICENSED ELECTRICIANS 1. Ensure area is free from Hazards

Trips and Falls

5

Place “work in progress” signs in area

2. Confirm with client power is able to be isolated whislt

NIL

5

Confirm with client through use of “As Installed” Drawings. DO NOT

conducting test as power shut down could impact important

complete test if there is any doubt.

equipment. Ensure PC’s are shut down FIRST. 3. Ensure a spotter can see the switchboard at all times 4. Record the current position of all RCD’s.

Potential Electric shock

5

Ensure Switchboard internal cover is in place so no contact can be made with live parts

5. Use appropriate tools to remove the eschcution of the

Potential Electric shock

5

switchboard carefully 6. Perform all required RCD tests using appropriate tools and

Ensure Switchboard internal cover is in place so no contact can be made with live parts

Potential Electric shock

5

methods

Ensure Switchboard internal cover is in place so no contact can be made with live parts

7. Record results

NIL

8. Reinstate circuit breaker to original status

Potential Electric shock

5

Ensure there is no load on circuit breaker when resetting where practical.

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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Work Method Statement Title :

Safe Work Method Statements

WORKING ON SWITCHBOARDS – RCD TESTING BY LICENSED ELECTRICIAN ONLY

Work Method / Task Description

9. Replace eschuction of the switchboard carefully

Hazard Identification

Risk Level

SWMS NO. 014

Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention

Page 2 of 3 Residual Risk

Person Responsible

5

Additional items identified on site

RISK LEVELS: CLASS 1 (high), CLASS 2 (medium), CLASS 3 (low).

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Safe Work Method Statements

Safe Work Method Statement Title :

WORKING ON SWITCHBOARDS – RCD TESTING BY LICENSED ELECTRICIAN ONLY

Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required

Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

Electricians that are suitably trained and qualified in the

Electrician to carry out daily inspections of work site for hazards.

testing of RCD’s at the Switchboard Appropriate industry and site induction.

SWMS NO. 014

Page 3 of 3

Training Required to Complete Work Electrician to be trained in risk identification, assessment and control eg, Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at all times. Personal Protective

Electrician to be appropriately trained, qualified and competent in

Equipment (PPE) to be worn at all times on site.

OH&S and electrical practices for the task.

All personnel to carry and maintain a First Aid Kit. Qualified and licensed electrician

On the job skills training to be conducted by Supervisor to personnel.

Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Standards

Qualified and licensed electrician

Referenced – Codes of Practice / Regulations / Legislation

Testing to be completed in accordance with

Victoria: Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004, Electricity Safety Act 1998, Electricity Safety (Installations) Regulations 1999, Code of Practice for Safe

AS/NZS 3760:2010 and AS/NZS 3012 where

Electrical Work 1997, Code of Practice for Fall Protection

applicable

New South Wales: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Practises for Construction Work Queensland: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Act 2002 South Australia: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 Western Australia: Occupational Health and Safety Act 1984, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1996, Electricity Act 1945, Electricity Act Regulations 1947, Electricity (Licencing) Regulations 1991 Tasmania: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Act 1997, Electrical Industry Safety and Administration Regulations 1999 Northern Territory: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011 ACT: Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011, Workplace Health and Safety Regulations 2011

Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static)

Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals

RCD Tester

RCD Testers to be tested annually

Read, Understood & Signed by all Persons involved

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

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