Form No. OH103 /

SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENTOrange Hire 81 Links Rd

St Marys NSW 2760
ABN: 97 133 373 154 /
Revision: v1
Activity Details
Work Activity: / Installation of Temporary Fencing
Address of activity / Project/Client Name:
Commencement date / Duration of works
Worker Details
Supervisor of the Work* / Signature: / Qualifications:
Authorising Jaybro/Orange Hire Person# / Signature: / Position:
Number of workers used onsite / Primary contact number / Sub-Contractor Name
SWMS Preparation / Name / Date
SWMS prepared by: / Scott Montgomery / Reviewed 02/09/2016
Worker(s) who have had input into the development of this SWMS / Robert Ellston, Ra Paul / Date:
Date:
Associated SWMS (e.g. Subcontractors SWMS)

*- Responsible for providing site specific training; Implementing & monitoring implementation of this SWMS and conducting inspection

# - Responsible for ensuring SWMS are developed, consulted upon, distributed, returned, filed and all other WHS tasks completed including inspections

Note: template document control only – see header for SWMS review info / Template author date: 01/09/2016 / Review of template: 30/08/2018 / Template version:V2 / Copyright ©2016 Jaybro. All Rights Reserved. / Authorised By – J.Joyce Document Owner – Scott Montgomery / Page 1 of 15
Form No. OH103 /

SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENTOrange Hire 81 Links Rd

St Marys NSW 2760
ABN: 97 133 373 154 /
Revision: v1
Personal Protective Equipment / Site Specific Requirements / Notes
Safety boots
Lace up / High Visible
clothing / Eye protection / Gloves / Hard Hat / Hearing protection /
  • Special PPE______
  • Crew to be inducted into SWMS.
  • Crew to be advised on onsite risks and hazards

Mandatory / Mandatory / Mandatory / Mandatory
HRW & Other Licences Required / Training Required / Permits/Approvals
Dogman
Rigging basic
Rigging Int.
Rigging Adv
WP (>11m)
Traffic Control
MR/HRtruck*
HC/MCtruck*
LF/LO fork
*Dependant on truck type / Other______
Other ______
Crane License
C2
C6
C1
C0
CV (>10mT)
CN
/ Construction Industry General Induction
Site Induction
 This SWMS
SDS
Confined Space
Manual Handling
Verification of Competency for plant
Trade Certificate / Excavation Other ______
Working at Height Other ______
Hot works
Confined Space
Traffic Management
Other ______
High Risk Work Check
Note which high risk work activities are involved in this project
Risk of falls from greater than 2 meters / Work in an area with movement of powered mobile plant
Work on a telecommunications tower / Temporary load-bearing support structures
Demolition of a load-bearing structure
Work on, in or adjacent to road, rail shipping or other major traffic corridor / Work in or near shaft or trench with an excavated depth greater than 1.5m or a in a tunnel / Use of Explosives
Likely to involve disturbing asbestos
Work on or near pressurized gas pipes or mains / Work on or near chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines
Work in confined spaces / Work on or near energized electrical installations or services
Work with tilt up or pre-cast concrete
Diving work / Work in or near a drowning risk
Work in areas with artificial extremes of temperature / Work in an area with contaminated or flammable atmosphere
Emergency Planning (tick or add as applicable and attach plan or details as required)
First Aid kit
9kg Fire Extinguisher
Radio / Channel:

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Form No. OH103 /

SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENTOrange Hire 81 Links Rd

St Marys NSW 2760
ABN: 97 133 373 154 /
Revision: v1
Protective Barriers (tick or add as applicable)
List warning signs, protective barriers and equipment to be used on this site:
PROTECTIVE BARRIERS:
Bollards/Cones
Edge protection
Tape
__Traffic Control______/ SIGNS:
Danger plant in use
Stop/Slow baton
Other ______/ Other:
Warning lights, reversing alarms
Substances to be brought on to site Note: Any Hazardous Substance must have a valid Safety Data Sheet
Product / SDS Attached / Product / SDS Attached
E.g. Diesel fuel
Plant and Equipment (tick or add as applicable) / Note: All servicing MUST be in accordance with manufacturers recommendations
Plant and Equipmentto be used on this site? / List inspections and maintenance requirements and attach evidence to this SWMS
Hand tools / Visual inspection
Battery operated grinder / Visual inspection
Battery operated rattle gun / Visual inspection
Hoses / Visual inspection of hoses, clamps and connectors
Electrical leads / Visual inspection Tagged and tested
Lifting gear / Visual inspection by qualified Dogman Tagged and tested

Risk Matrix

Step 1:Determine Likelihood
What is the possibility that the event will occur? / Step 2:Determine Consequence
What will be the expected outcome?
Likelihood / Criteria / Level of Effect: / Example of each level: / Level of Effect: / Example of each level:
Almost certain / Expected in most circumstances. / Minor / First Aid treatment only; no lost time injury / Negligible Discharge / Minor clean up necessary
Likely / Will probably occur in most circumstances / Moderate / Medical treatment; serious injuries, temporary partial disability; lost time injury < 7 days / Moderate Breach / Spill kit deployed, drains and gutters secured; Workzone personnel and site contact notified
Possible / Might occur at some time / Major / Hospital admittance; extensive injuries; lost time injury > 7 days; Permanent Total Disability injury; death / Major Breach of Environmental Statutes / Fire brigade services required for clean-up; Public diverted or evacuated. Principal Contractor notified.
Unlikely / Could occur at some time / Catastrophic / Multiple Permanent Total Disability injuries; multiple deaths / Shutdown of Project due to Environmental Breach / Site shutdown and emergency services required; evacuation of personnel and public
Step 3: Determine the risk score
Using the above steps, determine the risk score? / Step 4: Record risk score on worksheet (Note – Risk scores are a subjective value and should only be used for comparison and to engender discussion.)
Consequences
People / Minor / Moderate / Major / Catastrophic / Score / Action
Environment / Negligible Spill/effect / Moderate Breach of Environmental law / Major Breach of Environmental law / Shutdown of Project due to Environmental Breach / 4
Severe / DO NOT PROCCED. Requires immediate attention. Introduce further high-level controls to lower the risk level. Re-assess before proceeding.
Likelihood / Almost certain / 3 High / 4 Severe / 4 Severe / 4 Severe / 3
High / Reviewbefore commencing work. Introduce new controls and/or maintain high-level controls to lower the risk level. Monitor frequently to ensure control measures are working.
Likely / 3 High / 3 High / 4 Severe / 4 Severe / 2
Moderate / Maintain control measures. Proceed with work. Monitor and review regularly, and if any equipment/people/materials/work processes or procedures change.
Possible / 2 Moderate / 3 High / 4 Severe / 4 Severe / 1
Low / Record and monitor. Proceed with work. Review regularly, and if any equipment/people/materials/work processes or procedures change.
Unlikely / 1 Low / 2 Moderate / 3 High / 4 Severe
ACTIVITY
Break the job into steps
What are you doing? / Hazards and Risks
What harm can occur to workers or others / UNTREATED RISK RANKING
(4S, 3H, 2M or 1L) / CONTROLS
What are you going to do to carry out the work safely?
(Apply the hierarchy of control) / RISIDUAL RISK RANKING
(4S, 3H, 2M or 1L) / PERSON RESPONSIBLE
for implementation of the controls
Step 1. Site access
Arrival onsite / Unaware of site safety rules, hazards and instruction / 3H /
  • All members of the crew will need to be:
  • site inducted;
  • trained in this SWMS;
  • involved in the Work Site Inspection
for the work
  • Make sure you are aware of the site’s emergency procedures.
  • If at any time you are unsure or have questions – Speak Up & ask your Supervisor and/or site manager for advice.
  • Assess weather conditions and adjust work accordingly especially in the case of shadecloth installation
  • Orange hire workers must verify location of install via site map or supervisor instruction
/ 2M / Supervisor and all crew members
Pre Job Risk Assessment / 3H /
  • You must inspect the site and complete the Work Site Inspection form (last page of SWMS) before commencing work activity.
  • Do not commence work until you are satisfied the job is safe!
/ 1L / Supervisor and all crew members
Performing duties near
roadways or mobile plant / Hit by moving vehicles/plant / 3H /
  • Check constantly for changing hazards while working
  • Monitor work position at all times. Ensure:
  • High visibility clothing worn at all times
  • Do not stand behind reversing vehicles
  • Allow sufficient distance from plant during operation (allow sufficient room for equipment failure –such as plant rollover)
  • No work is conducted in established “no go zones”
  • Alertness at all times. Listen for:
Reversing alarms/beepers
Calls from Plant Operators
Safety/warning signs, Spotters, traffic barriers etc. must be obeyed as required
  • Work positions should be in clear sight of plant operators
  • Follow traffic management plan where required
  • Never assume you have right of way. Make visual and verbal contact with plant operator as required.
  • Avoid performing work on roadway directly where possible
  • Use traffic cones and signage where available
/ 2M / Supervisor
Step 2a. Unloading materials (Crane truck)
Via crane truck / Hit by moving plant
Hit my moving load / 3H /
  • Ensure all plant is fitted with hazard lights, beacon warning lights and reverse alarms
  • All staff and contractors to maintain 10 meters clearance from moving plant and equipment, and /or within the area of influence of revolving plant.
  • Use witches hats if other plant is passing near Outrigger/Stabilizer Leg.
  • Assess ground conditions before commencement. Outrigger foot must be on hardwood timbers.
  • Outrigger must be fully extended
  • Assess hazards before commencement. Check for:
  • Drains, gutters and other water services
  • Pits, pot holes and ditches
  • Debris that may effect the install
  • overhead electric lines and other services
  • nearby structures or trees
  • other cranes or high obstructions, including at nearby workplaces
  • other mobile equipment moving within the crane working area
  • PPE to be worn, gloves, steel capped boots and high visibility garments
/ 2M
Crane contact with electrical apparatus / 3H /
  • An attempt should be made to break the machines contact by moving the boom away from the powerlines, if it’s not possible to move it, then the operator must evacuate the area and not return until they have been given the all clear by a person from the relevant power authority or the supervisor.
  • Once you are clear you must stay a reasonably safe distance from the area and warn all other people to stay clear of the area until it has been made safe.
/ 2M / Supervisor
Competency of crane truck driver / 3H /
  • Crane truck driver must be competent to operate device
  • Dogging and rigging duties must be undertaken by a qualified worker only
/ 2M
Attaching lifting gear / Fall from height / 3H /
  • Use 3 points of contact and steps/ ladder when climbing on or off trucks, stay clear of the edge while on the truck.
  • Where possible access truck-bed from pathways not roadway
  • No standing on edge of truck body, access from ladder only
  • Roll up load straps/chains before accessing truck-bed
  • Clear truck-bed of other trip hazards before commencing work
/ 2M / Supervisor
Sprain, strains from manual handling / 3H /
  • When picking up lifting gear and strapping the load bend with knees not back; keep the load close to your body; don’t rush; don’t carry more than your personal limitations allow and make sure your visibility is not impaired by the load.
/ 1L / Supervisor
Collapse of load / 4S /
  • Weight of panelsare approx. 500kg
  • Inspect straps for damage, tearing or fraying
  • Inspect hooks for cracking, elongation and damage
  • Devices must be inspected every 6months
  • Lifting straps are to be firmly placed and double checked
  • Inspect strap or chain for damage, fraying or fading
  • Strap is tagged and tested 6 monthly
  • Ensure bundles are firmly and properly strapped before lifting – re-strap is necessary
/ 2M / Supervisor/Dogman
Step 2b. Unloading materials (manual)
Via hand unloading / Sprain, strains from manual handling – hazardous manual task / 3H /
  • Adopt correct manual handling practices, bring loads in close to the body, keep back straight and lift with legs not the back.
  • Slide panels from stack rather than lifting, place on truck bed then pass down to team mate to place on ground
  • Use a Bucket-Brigade Technique to pass from the truck to the location to minimize carrying
  • Position truck so workers are not lifting feet from above shoulder height – you may have to place feet on truck bed in stacks of 1-2 for removal from ground level
/ 1L / Supervisor
Cuts, lacerations and abrasions / 3H /
  • Always wear flexible gloves when handling steel.
/ 2M / Supervisor
Fall from height / 3H /
  • Use 3 points of contact and steps/ ladder when climbing on or off trucks, stay clear of the edge while on the truck.
  • Where possible access truck-bed from pathways not roadway
  • No standing on edge of truck body, access from ladder only
  • Roll up load straps/chains before accessing truck-bed
  • Clear truck-bed of other trip hazards before commencing work
/ 2M / Supervisor
Collapse of bundles / 2M /
  • Check the load will not slide/fall before undoing straps
  • Ensure the fence bundles are placed flat on a flat surface and does not rock, tilt or slide
/ 1L / Supervisor
Removal of fencing feet from truck bed / Sprain, strains from manual handling - hazardous manual task / 3H /
  • Ensure the load is secured on the pallet before removing any items to avoid collapse.
  • Adopt correct manual handling practices, bring loads in close to the body, keep back straight and lift with legs not the back.
  • Do not remain squatting or kneeling for long periods
  • Use a Bucket-Brigade Technique to pass from the truck to the location to minimize carrying
  • Position truck so workers are not lifting feet from above shoulder height – you may have to place feet on truck bed in stacks of 1-2 for removal from ground level
/ 2M / Supervisor
Crush injury / 2M /
  • Wear gloves when handling fence feet
  • Keep fingers clear of other feet in the stack when moving or stacking
/ 1L / Supervisor
Struck by object
Damage to item
Eye injury / 2M /
  • Avoid throwing fence feet onto the ground
  • Avoid throwing or dropping fence feet in the vicinity of others- this may cause debris/dust to be ejected
/ 1L / Supervisor
Step 3. Erecting fence panels
Installing fence panels on an
active site / Slip, trips and falls / 3H /
  • Check for debris, reo, timber, straps and other site rubbish – remove these from the access/pathway before moving panels
  • Wear proper safety footwear
  • Maintain proper footing and take it slow over uneven, broken or rough surfaces
  • Maintain good housekeeping practices to eliminate hazards and keep access routes clear
/ 2M / Supervisor
Sprain, strains from manual handling - Hazardous manual task / 3H /
  • Inspect the site for trip hazards
  • Adopt correct manual handling practices, bring loads in close to the body, keep back straight and lift with legs not the back.
  • Do not bend torso sideward or backwards or long distances of travel
  • Use a team lift if necessary
  • Team lifting must be used on wet and/or sloping surfaces – avoid these areas in possible
  • Use all your fingers to hold the panel, avoid awkward gripping for long periods
  • Lift only one panel at a time
  • Lower the panel from the side using your legs to bend
  • Use a two person lift when inserting panels into footing holes
/ 2M / Supervisor
Crush or pinch injury / 2M /
  • Wear gloves when handling panels
  • Lift one panel at a time
  • Avoid pinch points when inserting panels into footing
/ 1L / Supervisor
Sting, bites from insects or animals / 3H /
  • Avoid long grass, brush or low hanging vegetation
  • Wear safety footwear – boot spats are optional
  • Apply insect repellant – optional
  • Be sure footed, make noise/vibration, look down
  • Do not move rocks, avoid crevices
  • Do not handle or try to kill wildlife
  • Have a first aid kit with snake bite and sting-goes
/ 2M / Supervisor
Collapse of fencing
  • Wind conditions
  • Poor install
/ 3H /
  • Fencing must be installed by competent installers inducted into Temporary Fencing Installation manual
  • The fitting of shadecloth, banner mesh or signage willbreach the installation instructions. Discuss this with Orange Hire personnel
  • Installers must obtain installation sign off from the site supervisor
  • Installers must take photographs of the completed works for supply to Orange Hire
/ 2M / Supervisor
Step 4. Clamping panels with bracket
Operating drill, hand tool or rattle gun to secure bracket / Hand injury / 3H / When operating the tool ensure:
  • Follow manufacturer’s operating instructions
  • Wear safety gloves
  • Do not carry with finger on starting switch
  • Keep all fingers clear during operation
  • Do not attempt to exceed rated capacity of device.
  • Use appropriate tools, socket or size for the job
/ 2M / Supervisor
Step 5. Disassembly and pick up
Hazards as per step 2-4 / Work in an area with movement of powered mobile plant / 3H / As controls from Steps 2–4. / 2M
Emergency situations
Emergency situations / Various / 4S /
  • Stop work then follow the site evacuation instructions and notify emergency services if required.
  • Determine evacuation assembly area during toolbox talk
/ 2M / supervisor

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Form No. OH103 /

SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENTOrange Hire 81 Links Rd

St Marys NSW 2760
ABN: 97 133 373 154 /
Revision: v1
Reasonable adjustment to this SWMS
Performing the tasks in a way that does not reflect the above SWMS.
Reasons:
  • There is a site specific omission from the SWMS
  • You have to perform an extra task
  • Performing the task as set out above may create a hazard

Task step: / Hazards: / Rating /
  • Control of hazard
/ Rating after control / Responsible persons
Task step: / Hazards: / Rating /
  • Control of hazard
/ Rating after control / Responsible persons

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