Method Statement & Risk Assessment
For The
Demolition Works
Kings Gate House
Kingston
KT2 5AA
Working For
26th May 2015
PROJECT NUMBER: 14/3968
REVISION NUMBER: 00
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Contents
1. Introduction.........................................................................................................................3
2. Site Constraints ..................................................................................................................3
3. Communication ...................................................................................................................4
4. Scope of Works ...................................................................................................................5
5. Access, Egress and Site Logistics ................................................................................5
6. Hoarding ................................................................................................................................6
7. Welfare Facilities................................................................................................................6
8. Outline Methodology.........................................................................................................7
Temporary Electrics, Service Isolations ....................................................................................7
Asbestos Removal .............................................................................................................................7
Removal / disposal of Hazardous Substances ........................................................................8
Soft Stripping Works ........................................................................................................................8
Scaffold Erection ..............................................................................................................................10
Ramp Demolition .............................................................................................................................12
Mechanical Demolition...................................................................................................................12
Slab/Footings/Foundations Removal ......................................................................................14
Crushing to 6F2 ................................................................................................................................14
9. Environmental Considerations .................................................................................... 15
10. Fire Plan............................................................................................................................... 15
11. First Aid ............................................................................................................................... 15
12. Risks & Controls ............................................................................................................... 16
13. COSHH Assessment ......................................................................................................... 33
14. Sign Off Sheet.................................................................................................................... 48
Appendix A Training and Personnel ................................................................................ 49
Appendix B Logistics Information.................................................................................... 50
Document Register
Revision Number
Revision details
Revised/Created By
Date Revised/Created
Rev 00
First Issue
M.High
26/5/15
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1.Introduction.
This method statement details the proposed demolition method for the agreed works
at the Kings Gate House site. The works include soft strip, scaffold erection,
demolition, removal of foundations/hard standings and crushing to a certified 6F2
aggregate.
The site is bounded by Kingsgate Rd on the south. On the other boundaries there is a
mixture of commercial and residential premises. The site itself is contained within its
own fencing.
The access to the site is via the existing entrance on the south west corner of the
site. The entrance will be a double timber gate erected out of timber hoarding.
Parking on site is heavily restricted and is advised against. All visitors are advised to
call ahead of arriving to site as site logistics are subject to change as the works
progress.
The site is located at approximately at Latitude 51°24'50.04"N Longitude 0°18'8.88"W
2.Site Constraints
The constraints listed below have been identified on site. These will all be separately assessed
and have the appropriate control measures implemented. These have not been listed in order
of importance.
Close proximity to live footpath
Unidentified Asbestos (ACM’s) in the building. (vigilance taken when demolishing)
Northern elevation close to boundary fencing.
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3.Communication
The general responsibilities of communications will be with the principal contractor
(Investra). We will however adopt the following practices to ensure that the impression of the
site is a positive one.
Contact details of the site manager will be made available to local residents.
Downwell are aware that issues regarding pollution and dust migration are a concern
with this project due to its close proximity to businesses a n d residents. Best
endeavours will be made to eliminate any pollution or dust/particle migration from
the site.
Downwell will maintain on site, a system for recording any incidents and any
ameliorative action taken.
We recommend that a newsletter will be circulated to local residents and displayed at
strategic locations around the site. This will contain site contact details, works
programme and any upcoming works that may cause any disruption.
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In the event of a complaint from a neighbour or a member of the public in relation to any
site activity, they will be given the site managers details. Should complaints about odour,
noise, dust or vibration be received, they will be addressed directly by Downwell to enable
results at the time of the complaint to be reviewed, and where appropriate immediate
actions employed to rectify the problem.
Where a valid grievance is raised measures will be put in place where practicable to avoid
recurrence of the complaint. Downwell will notify Investra as soon as practicable once a
complaint has been received and inform them of the actions that were taken to resolve it.
4.Scope of Works
The scope of works are listed below. Each item will be specifically referred to in the
methodology section.
Soft strip
Scaffold erection
Ramp separation works
Ramp demolition
Main building demolition
Remove foundations down to 2m (except for Kingsgate Rd Boundary)
Stockpile arisings for crushing
Crush concrete/masonry to certified 6F2 and leave on site.
5.Access, Egress and Site Logistics
The safe access and egress to the site for labour, plant and vehicles is paramount. Downwell
are aware of the constraints of the site and will install a logistics regime to cope with them in
a manner that ensures that the effects on neighbouring roads and the general public is
minimal and that their safety remains paramount.
There is minimal space on site for construction vehicles making a precise traffic management
plan crucial for the smooth operation of the site.
Drivers of vehicles must adhere to the traffic plan and the instructions of the traffic marshall
at all times. There will be a 5 mph limit on all vehicles visiting the site. Under no
circumstances will a vehicle reverse without the attendance of a traffic marshall.
All drivers must adhere to all traffic rules and restrictions and be courteous toward
neighbours. On leaving the site the vehicles will be signalled by the traffic marshalls to exit,
where they must turn left onto the main road.
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6.Hoarding
The site hoarding is to be erected by Investra. This
hoarding will come under the category of temporary
works. As part of their role of principal contractor it is
their responsibility to make sure the hoarding is of sound
condition.
If at any point the hoarding is seen to be inadequate or of
a poor condition Investra will be notified immediately.
The hoarding will have our statutory signs displayed
around the external face of the perimeter. These signs
warn potential intruders of entering the site and to
discourage children from playing within the site.
7.Welfare Facilities
Welfare facilities are to be supplied and maintained by Downwell and will be positioned in a
suitable place on the site away from the demolition works.
Facilities should exceed the requirements of the Construction (Design and Management)
Regulations 2015 and incorporate the smoke-free (Premises and Enforcement) Regulations
2006.
The site welfare should consist of the following, Including provision of female facilities.
Suitable numbers of sanitary conveniences, which reflect the number of, people
working on the site and which are adequately ventilated and lit.
Washing facilities, which provide basins large enough to allow people to wash their
faces hands and forearms and a supply of clean hot and cold, or warm, water. Rooms
containing washing facilities will be adequately ventilated and lit.
Storing and changing clothing.
A suitable supply of drinking water and drinking vessels.
Any problems with the welfare must be informed to the site manager as soon as possible.
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8.Outline Methodology
Temporary Electrics, Service Isolations
We must receive confirmation that the services have been disconnected prior to the works
starting on site. This will be via a disconnection certification for each of the services.
Requirements for dust suppression during demolition will be gained from a metered hydrant
which will be licensed by the local water supplier.
Any foul and surface water drains that are identified as disused within the site boundary will
need to be permanently sealed within the site either by using a bung and/or concrete. An
onsite assessment should be made to ensure that no drain runs from neighbouring properties
come within the site boundary.
Asbestos Removal
Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM’s) have not been identified
within the buildings from the completed survey.
All Downwell operatives have received training to recognise ACM’s,
should any ACM’s be located within the buildings during demolition,
work will cease and the Site Manager notified, an asbestos
surveyor will be called to site and a sample taken for testing to
confirm, prior to works in that area continuing.
A full and detailed asbestos removal method statement will be
created for their works prior to the start of their works. The
asbestos containing materials will be removed as far as is
reasonably practicable by adopting the methods as described in the
Health and safety Executive publication HSG 189/2 & L27 work
with asbestos which does not normally require a license, by fully
trained and experienced demolition operatives.
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Removal / disposal of Hazardous Substances
Any unidentified cylinders / drums / containers will be collected and tested for contamination,
these carried and stored in a fenced off area in the site. All COSHH substances will then be
collected and appropriately disposed offsite by one of our specialist subcontractors.
Hazardous waste consignment notes will be provided documenting the type, quantity and
disposal address of the COSHH items removed offsite.
Should any storage containers situated in the site
boundary contain any liquids these will be tested and
removed by a specialist waste collector. They will pump
out the liquid and take it to a treatment plant. Any
hazardous liquid found on site will be treated with the
upmost care.
Spill kits will be available on site and the operatives will
be trained on how to use them. Any hazardous chemicals
removed from site will have a hazardous waste note
completed.
Soft Stripping Works
All the items listed below will be removed from the building prior to the hard demolition works
progressing. The materials will be stripped from their fixings and sorted into their different
waste streams on the floors. The materials will be transported to external windows via
wheelie bins before being loaded out of the windows into the bins positioned outside the
building. Exclusion zones will be erected around the bins with warning signage warning
people of the drop zone. From there they will be taken to the nearest recycling facility.
The tools to be used will be but not restricted to the following;
Matttocks/hammers
110v reciprocating saws
Abrasive wheels
Pinch bars
Steps/Podiums
Battery powered drills
Oxy-propane cutting equipment
All tools and equipment that fall within the category of hot works will be covered under and
‘Hot Works’ permit system.
Fixtures and Fittings:
Any loose fixtures and fittings remaining will where of a suitable size be removed from the
building whole, taken to the loading area by hand before being loaded directly into the
waiting waste skips, larger elements will be dismantled/downsized using small tools, reduced
into manageable sized sections and again transported to the disposal point.
Suspended Ceilings:
Any suspended ceilings will be removed via mobile scaffold tower or podium steps, tiles will
be lifted and twisted from the suspension system and lowered to the ground, from here tiles
will be bundled and then be periodically loaded into the waste skip. Suspension system will be
dismantled as tiles are removed with supports cut with croppers, the system then loaded
directly into waste skip
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Doors, Door Frames & Skirting:
Door frames and skirting will to be removed by operatives using pinch bars and hammers.
The items are to be gradually prised from their place of fixing, any obtrusions and nails are to
be removed or hammered over with all resultant materials then being transported for
disposal.
Doors will be removed by operatives stripping off the door furniture, prising the door from its
hinges again utilising pinch bars and mattocks, doors will then be either downsized for ease of
disposal or carried whole to the disposal point.
Partition Walls:
Any stud partitioning is to be removed by the operatives using suitable hand held tools,
namely pinch bars, picks and hammers. The wall structure is to be dismantled by removing
the coverings using the hammers and pinch bars. Once exposed, the remaining stud work is
to be prized free and de-nailed or have nails hammered over. Resultant arising’s are to be
transported to the loading area.
Floor Coverings:
Wooden floor coverings are to be removed by the operatives using mattock picks and
shovels. Carpet tiles and vinyl floor tiles are simply to be prised up using hand tools, then
bundled and taped with resultant materials transported to the disposal point. Carpets where
of a roll-able nature will be cut into strips, whilst still laid, and then rolled up for collection in
strips, these will then be transported to the disposal point.
Glass units\Windows:
Any glass units and/or windows will be removed as complete units where possible, an
exclusion zone/crash decks will be employed as required and operatives will wear hard hats,
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safety boots, gloves and goggles. The glass will be handled with care and placed into skips to
be disposed of in a safe manner.
Fluorescent tubes:
Any fluorescent tubes are to be removed as required, they will be removed as if being
changed, bulbs collected and placed into a specialist waste coffin, this stored on site during
soft strip works, removed as specialist waste once all bulbs are removed.
In addition any discarded, unidentified cylinders/drums/containers will be collected and tested
for contamination, these carried to a fenced off store on site, a collection of the COSHH items
carried out once the buildings are cleared by a specialist waste sub-contractor.
Soft strip materials on ground floors will be carried outside of the building and piled in their
different waste streams. A Bobcat may be utilised to remove the arisings from the ground
floor. There is a large door on the ground floor on the north east end of the building that is
wide enough to allow a Bobcat to pass through. Operatives and machinery are to be kept
separate at all times.
An excavator with a selector grab will proceed to load the different piles into their bins. Once
the bins are full they will be collected and taken to the appropriate recycling facility. Materials
from the upper floors will be removed from the building as below.
Scaffold Erection
To aid in the safe demolition of the southern elevation of the property we propose to erect a
fully boarded scaffold to help protect the pedestrians moving along the footpath on Kingsgate
Road.
The scaffold will extend a maximum of 2m above the point of demolition and return onto the
next elevation (where possible)
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The scaffold will have diagonal bracing installed as an additional safety measure to be
installed with the scaffold. The exact quantity and specification of the bracing will be designed
by the scaffolding contractor.
The scaffold will be secured to the façade of the building using both box ties and Hilti ties.
The Hilti ties are drilled into the façade of the building. The box ties will enter the building
through the windows and be secured around the columns situated between the windows. The
exact detail of all the ties used will form part of the scaffold design and will supplied by the
scaffolding contractor.
During the demolition the scaffold will be struck to suit the progress. Scaffolders will be in
attendance during the demolition to ensure no scaffold is left free standing for a length of
time (over night or weekends).
Sufficient ties must be left in so that remaining scaffold is left secure whilst the scaffold is
progressively struck.
All scaffolding shall be supplied/erected/dismantled in accordance with the British
Standards/legislation (TG20)
All scaffolding will be inspected before it is used for the first time and then every 7 days, until
it is removed. It will also be inspected each time it is exposed to conditions likely to cause
deterioration e.g. following adverse weather conditions or following substantial alteration.
All scaffolding inspection will be carried out by a competent person whose combination of
knowledge, training and experience is appropriate for the type and complexity of the scaffold
to be inspected and using a visible tag system to supplement inspection records.
Competence may have been assessed under The Construction Industry Scaffolders
Registration Scheme (CISRS) or an individual may be suitably experienced in scaffolding work
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and have received additional training under a recognised manufacturer/supplier scheme for
the specific configuration he is inspecting.
A full scaffold design will be provided by the scaffolding contractor prior to the start of the
erection.
Ramp Demolition
Before the main building can be demolished the ramp needs to be separated from the main
building. This will be completed by a demolition machine with a concrete munching
attachment.
The ramp and all associated elements are to be removed and processed for disposal. An
operative with a water hose will be used to suppress the dust.
All of the concrete arisings are to be stockpiled to be later crushed to 6F2. All of the other
arisings are to be sorted and loaded into the appropriate waste skip.
Mechanical Demolition
The demolition of the main building will commence once the ramp has been demolished. The
demolition will proceed in a north east to south west direction.
The building will be finally checked for possible intruders and the external doors secured shut
to prevent the possible entry of people during the demolition works.
This demolition will be completed by an excavator fitted with a munching attachment. The
machine will position itself as tight to the main building as possible. Dust suppression will be
gained by an operative using a water hose. The operative will be positioned in a safe position
away from the machine and from any falling debris. An exclusion zone will be erected around
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the machine/area to be demolished and will have warning signage displayed. This will be
progressively moved as the demolition works progress.
The operator will proceed to peel the concrete panels away from the concrete columns
allowing the arisings to migrate to the ground.
The arisings from demolition will be used to gain height for the main building. These will be
stockpiled in the form of a platform which will allow the machine to have level and sturdy
position to work from.
Following the removal of the concrete panels the machine will proceed to munch through the
concrete beams and columns. This will be munched either end or after the final cut the
column/beam will be lowered to the floor and processed by a smaller machine.
Munching attachments are preferred to hydraulic breakers as they create far less noise and
vibration. This in hand causes less disruption to the neighbouring residences and businesses.
As the columns and the beams are removed the scaffold running along the south elevation
will be progressivity struck. The scaffold will remain extended 2m above and 2m past the
point of demolition.
Water will be used for dust suppression during the demolition and during the materials
processing. A banksman will be positioned at a safe distance from the point of demolition
behind a Herras exclusion zone. The operative will then proceed to spray water at the
demolition to suppress the dust.
After the building is reduced to the ground floor the final columns are to the munched flush
with the ground and any protruding rebar cut flush. The foundations for these columns will be
removed at a later time.
All of the arisings from the demolition are to be stockpiled for crushing. The stockpile needs
to be clean and free from rubbish. The cleaner the stockpile will result in a cleaner aggregate
once it has been passed through the crusher.
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Slab/Footings/Foundations Removal
The slabs are to be removed once the building has been reduced to the ground. The slab is to
firstly be broken using a pneumatic breaker. Where possible the slab is to be pulled up using
the excavator bucket. This will help to reduce the noise created from the pneumatic breaker.
The footings throughout the footprint of the building are to be removed and in addition to this
all the hardstandings that make up the site. At no point must the stability of the boundary
fencing be jeopardised.
The footing along the south elevation of the building must be left in due to its
proximity to the pedestrian footpath outside the site boundary.
Crushing to 6F2
All of the concrete and masonry arisings from the demolition and foundation removal are to
be crushed to a certified 6F2 grade.
The crusher will be positioned in a suitable place on the site away from any boundaries or
neighbouring properties. The location of the crushed material must be agreed by Investra so
that it does not create an obstruction during the construction works.
There must be a sufficient water supply close to the crushing works to suppress the dust at
both ends of the operation. One excavator will be position on the concrete arisings gradually
loading the hopper whilst the second is at the other end clearing the belt and heaping up the
6F2.
An exclusion zone must be erected adjacent to the magnetic belts of the crusher to prevent
people from getting struck by the material that the crusher removes. At no point must an
operative be on the crusher whilst it is running. An operative must only access the machine
once it has been shut down.
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9.Environmental Considerations
Noise will be minimised by the use of modern,
silenced plant, Noise monitoring equipment to be
utilised in sensitive areas as required and
Operatives, contractors and visitors are to wear
hearing protection in any hearing protection
zones that have been established (theses will be
identified by the relevant signage).
Dust will be minimised by the use of water
spray (as required)
All reasonable measures will be taken by during
construction works to prevent dirt being
deposited on the site access road and the main
road. Such measures will include, but are not
limited to:
Good housekeeping on site
Effective traffic management
Control of Vibration will be helped with the use of the most modern low vibration
plant available in the industry for the task will be used to reduce the level of noise
emissions from machinery as far as reasonably practicable.
10. Fire Plan
A Fire and Emergency plan and Risk Assessment must be in place before works commence
and inducted to all employees and visitors. This is to be created and implemented by Investra
In addition we must also adopt the following procedures.
Fire extinguishers suitable for the possible types of fire to be available on site.
A permit to work system to be in place to cover any hot works.
Hot works to cease a minimum of 1 hour before end of shift for fire watch to take
place.
11. First Aid
First Aid must be in accordance with the requirements of the Health and Safety (First-Aid)
Regulations 1981 and must be available prior to works starting on site.
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This should include:
Adequate amount of first aiders onsite.
Fully stocked first aid box.
Eye wash station.
First aiders training certificates up to date.
An Accident report book (will be located in the site office).
Signage must be posted around the site of works indicating Site First
Aiders and Location of First Aid boxes.
12. Risks & Controls
Risk is assessed in accordance with the HSE’s Guidance Note INDG16 “Five Steps to Risk
Assessment” as:x
x
x
x
x
Look for the hazards
Decide who might be harmed and how
Evaluate the risks and decide what control measures are required
Record the findings
Review the assessment and revise it if necessary
For a contract such as this, we separately assess health and safety, COSHH and the
Environment.
A full and thorough risk assessment will be carried out prior to any works commencing.
The following risks and control measures for the works will be;
x
Fire
x
Gas bottles to be chained to a proprietary trolley and placed in a cage after use. Location
of gas storage cage to be marked on the site plan and the plan located where the fire
brigade can see it in the event of a site fire.
x
Fire Point is to be set up adjacent to the bottle storage area.
x
Any hot works to be carried out under a Downwell Hot Works Permit.
x
Interface with the public: access and egress to be controlled by full time nominated Traffic
Marshals.
x
All work to be controlled by competent Demolition Managers/Supervisors
x
All plant operatives to be competent and trained and will hold CPCS/CITB certification.
Qualifications to be checked by Downwell prior to works and copies will be held in the site
file for reference.
x
All operatives to be competent trained and CSCS/CCDO accredited.
x
All operatives to use appropriate personal protective equipment.
x
Exclusion zones with appropriate signage will be erected where necessary.
x
Dust will be suppressed by fine water spray as necessary
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x
Pedestrian routing to be established and maintained in accordance with Site Establishment
Plan.
x
Dedicated Gatemen to control vehicular access/egress to and from site.
x
Dedicated appointed banksmen to control all plant movements within site confines.
The site specific assessments will be located within the site managers file and are made
site specific by the site supervisor for the particular work activity being carried out and to
the substances to be used on the site. The below list of risk assessments have been
identified to be relevant to the works at the Avondale Square site.
Following further assessment more could be added during the duration of the project.
RISK ASSESSMENT - PART A
Site Location
Date of Assessment
Kings Gate House
26/5/15
Description of Work Assessed Demolition of Kingsgate House
Ref
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
Assessed by
M.High
Risk Assessments
COSHH.
Hand Tools in Demolition.
Leptospirosis.
Manual Handling & Manual Work.
Needles and Sharps.
Noise & Noise Nuisance.
Pigeon Guano.
Slips, Trips and Falls.
Material Transport & Traffic Management
Loading and Unloading of Roll On/Off Skip Handler
Operations which could present a hazard to the public and third parties
Use of Machinery including 360 Tracked Excavator
Scaffold erection & modification
Demolition arising’s falling into or onto adjacent live area’s
Dust (including silica)
Exposure To Diesel Exhaust Emissions
Falling and Flying Debris
Fire
Fitting Hydraulic Attachments to Excavators
Fuel or Hydraulic Leaks from Plant and Sillage
Refuelling Plant and Equipment
Temporary Instability of Structure
Working at Height
Working with Non-English Speaking Nationals
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Residual Risk
Ranking
Risk Ranking
Risk:
COSHH
Hazard:
Spillages
Contact with harmful
substances
Inhalation of harmful
Substances
Persons Affected
E, YP, CN, PB, VS
4
12
E
Controls:
x All hazardous materials to be removed as
identified in COSHH assessment/survey.
x Site COSHH assessment to be carried out
prior to works commencing and to be stored
on site, reviewed as required throughout
works.
x Operatives to be issued with suitable RPE/PPE
when handling any identified hazardous
substances, i.e. cutting steel with lead paint.
x Hazardous materials to be removed from site
in segregated waste skips, chemicals/gases
removed by approved specialist
subcontractor.
x Suitable spill kits made available on site.
New Significance (PxS)
Significance (PxS)
3
Main Control Measures and Extent of Controls
New Severity (S)
Severity (S)
1.
What is Already in Place
Probability (P)
Hazards identified
&
Risks Associated
New Probability (P)
Assessment Number
1
4
4
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Will minimise likelihood of contact with
unidentified substances and identifies to
workforce the amount and location of
hazardous materials.
x Hazardous substances are suitably segregated
from general demolition arisings, and
disposed of accordingly.
x Suitable PPE/RPE is worn by operatives for
removal of hazardous materials.
x Spill kits to be used to clear any spills
immediately as they occur to limit impact.
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2.
Hazard:
Hand Tools in Demolition
Risk:
Falling materials
Falls due to access problems
Impact with the tool
Musculo skeletal injuries
HAVS
Inhalation of dust
4
2
8
E, Controls:
CN, x Ensure that the tool is correct for the job.
VS, x Ensure that the tool is in good working
order.
PB
x Ensure that the operative is instructed how
to use the tool safely.
x Ensure that lighting is sufficient.
x Ensure that the access is safe with any
working platform compliant with Work at
Height Regulations.
x All leading edges must be guarded with
double rails and toe boards to comply with
Work at Height Regulations.
x Work should be suitably scheduled/phased.
x PPE appropriate to the task is issued and
used.
x Select low vibration tools and limit the use
of equipment to restrict vibration dose.
x Work to manufactures guidance and rotate
work force so as not to expose workers to
high levels of vibration.
x Keep hands warm/massage fingers during
work (gloves to be worn).
x Only trained/experienced operators to
operate equipment.
x Carry out six monthly health surveillance
checks.
2
2
4
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Will reduce the likelihood of strains, sprains
etc.
x Helps to reduce the risk of injury from
breaking tools.
x required & the risk of musculo-skeletal
injury.
x Should ensure that all personnel work to
the safe method.
x Will help to prevent slips, trips and falls.
x Should prevent operatives working below
dangerous areas.
x Will help to protect against falling or flying
debris, cuts and noise when used correctly.
x Will reduce vibration and the risk of
developing HAVS.
x Warming the hands improves blood
circulation and reduces the risk of
developing HAVS
x Health surveillance should identify
symptoms at an early stage and ensure that
operatives do not develop HAVS.
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3.
3
5
15
Hazard:
Leptospirosis
Risk:
Disease from vermin.
Clearing of fly tip material and
general rubbish.
4.
Hazard:
Manual Handling + Manual
Work
Risk:
Possible physical Injury
E, Controls:
CN, x Wear issued PPE and maintain rigorous
hygiene.
VS
x Toolbox talks on the symptoms and safety
precautions.
x Maintain good housekeeping, dispose of
discarded food in a closed bin.
1
5
5
2
3
6
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Will help prevent contamination/spread of
disease.
x Provides information to operative of disease
and what to do if contracted.
x Prevents attracting vermin and spread of
disease.
4
3
12
E
Controls:
x Operatives to assess load physical capability
prior to lift.
x Utilise mechanical lifting and carrying aids
where possible.
x Team lifts to be employed where necessary.
x Operatives to be trained in kinetic method
of lifting.
x Ensure good housekeeping standards i.e.
site kept tidy/waste build-up minimized.
x Operative to wear PPE against substance or
material being carried as required by the
COSHH assessment.
x Maximum weight for repetitive lifts not to
exceed:
Male = 20kgs, Female = 15kgs
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Ensures operative capable of carrying out
the task.
x Reduces the amount of manual lifting
required.
x Team lifting will help reduce strains.
x Ensures operative capable of carrying out
the task.
x Helps ensure clear/safe route for carrying
load thus reducing potential for trips / falls.
x Provides some protection to operative
against injury and contamination.
x Will reduce the risk of workers suffering
injuries from lifting and handling.
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5.
3
2
6
Hazard:
Needles and Sharps.
Risk:
Exposure to blood-borne
viruses (discarded
needles/syringes).
E, CN Controls:
VS x Survey workplace to identify any obvious
needles & remove using litter picker and
plastic container.
x PPE to include: safety footwear with steel
mid-soles, Tyvek overalls, full face RPE &
gloves.
x Ensure any open wounds are covered with
waterproof dressings.
x
3
3
9
Risk:
Noise & Noise Nuisance
Hazard:
Noise induced hearing loss.
Complaints from site
neighbours.
7.
Hazard:
Pigeon Guano
Risk:
Psittacosis (Ornithosis)
2
2
1
3
3
1
4
4
Extent to which they control the risk:
x
x
6.
1
Will reduce risk of injury from needles.
Will again reduce risk of injury from
needles.
Will reduce the risk of cross infection.
E, Controls:
CN, x Use most modern silenced plant available.
PB, x Operatives, contractors and visitors to wear
hearing protection in hearing protection
VS
zones that are established.
x Noise monitoring equipment to be utilised
in sensitive areas as required.
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Reduces the levels of noise emissions.
x Brings the persons noise exposure levels
below the Noise at Work Reg’s 2005.
x Ensures noise exposure can be monitored
when required with work procedures
amended as required.
3
4
12
E, V Controls:
x Wear protective clothing i.e. gloves and
masks.
x Provide information and instruction (toolbox
talk).
x Wash hands after handling any
contaminated clothing or other materials
and before eating, drinking or smoking.
x Do not touch dead birds with unprotected
hands.
x Exclude unauthorised personnel from area.
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Will prevent inhalation and contact with
hazardous content.
x Will ensure that others are not exposed to
hazardous dust.
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8.
4
3
12
Hazard:
Slips, Trips and Falls
Risk:
Possible injury to occupants in
office and car park areas.
x Poor housekeeping.
x Spillages of liquids.
x Mud and loose rubble.
x Uneven floors and ground
areas.
x Obstructions.
x Inadequate lighting.
x Inadequate signage.
x Unguarded excavations and
open edges where there is a
risk of a fall.
x Work at height.
9.
Hazard:
Material Transport & Traffic
Management
Risk:
Possible physical injury,
Collision, mud left on roads
E, YP, Controls:
CN, x Good housekeeping to be maintained on site
and public access routes to the outside areas
PB,
of site.
VS
x Clear up any spillages promptly.
x Eliminate uneven floor and ground areas
where reasonably practicable.
x Maintain clear access routes – clear away
any accumulation of rubbish, materials,
cables and hoses to prevent obstructions.
x Install adequate lighting to work areas,
corridors and stairs.
x Display information/safety signage.
x Erect guardrails to excavations and open
edges.
1
3
3
1
5
5
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Reduces the risk of slips, trips and falls and
possible injury to the public, visitors and to
site personnel.
x Provides adequately lit work areas and
access/egress routes to prevent possible
slips, trips and falls.
x Allows people to know of possible dangers
and safe pedestrian routes.
3
5
15
E, Controls:
CN, x Vehicles and plant to be fitted with reversing
alarm / flashing amber beacon.
VS
x Ensure that all vehicles use the agreed traffic
routes on site, and traffic management plan
is adhered to.
x Vehicles to be banked at all times while on
site, loading/unloading.
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Helps to avoid collision with objects, vehicles
and personnel.
x Reduces the risk of impact injury occurring.
x Will make others aware of the presence of
danger.
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10.
Hazard:
Loading and Unloading of Roll
On/Off Skip Handler
Risk:
Crushing of personnel
Tipping of vehicle
Contact with overhead services
Falling objects
3
5
15
E, Controls:
CN, x Clear area for joint length of truck and skip
plus 3 metres.
VS,
PB, x Ensure unnecessary personnel clear of
work/skip area.
YP
x Ensure truck is in line with laden skip before
loading.
x Ensure maximum sideways slope of 5
degrees.
x Position skips to be recovered away from
overhead cables.
x Loads to be levelled prior to recovery and
sheeted prior to leaving site.
x Operatives to wear all necessary PPE once
on site.
x Banksmen to be in position when vehicles
are reversing.
1
5
5
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Will keep persons away from falling
objects/swinging load.
x Reduces risk of vehicle overturning.
x Reduces risk of electrocution.
x Will help to protect against falling or flying
debris.
x Helps to avoid collision with objects,
vehicles and personnel.
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11.
Hazard:
Operations which could present
a hazard to the public and third
parties.
i.e. Demolition close to public
footpaths
Risk:
Injury to the public or third
party
5
4
20
E, YP, Controls:
PB, x Site boundaries to be guarded using Heras
fencing/ hoarding etc.
VS,
CN x Warning notices to be displayed around
exclusion zone and site boundaries.
x Induction training and PPE to be provided
for all visitors to site.
x Safe working practices to be employed.
x Banksmen to be used for controlling traffic
movements and to marshal pedestrian
traffic as required.
x Constant interface between the public and
local authorities as required.
x In highly sensitive areas or periods
banksmen to escort the public past
exclusion zones.
x Check structure prior to starting work for
any 3rd parties or wildlife.
1
4
4
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Will help prevent unauthorised access onto
site.
x Will warn people outside the site of the
dangers within.
x Induction training and PPE to be provided
for all visitors to site.
x Will inform of the dangers on site before
gaining access, PPE will help prevent injury.
x Will help reduce accidents and unnecessary
discharge of dusts/fumes.
x Will reduce likelihood of impact with
member of the public.
x Will help control the work sequence and
allow for safer working practices.
x Will help control and monitor the flow of
pedestrian traffic.
x Will ensure that structure is empty of 3rd
parties and wildlife prior to commencing
works.
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12.
4
5
20
Hazard:
Use of Machinery including 360
excavator
Risk:
Potential physical
injury/crushing/death
Potential collisions, property or
plant damage
Possible damage to hearing
Possibility of striking
underground services
Tipping of vehicles or plant
E, CN Controls:
VS x Only operatives trained to CPCS standard for
specific plant used to operate machinery.
x Ensure machinery guarding is in place at all
times.
x Each machine to be inspected prior to use
and entered in to the PUWER or LOLER
register as applicable once a week.
x Ensure that all devices to keep the operator
safe in place on machinery are used i.e. Seat
belts.
x Establish hearing protection zone around
plant/equipment if necessary.
x Machines to be banked at all times while in
use.
x Mirrors or CCTV to be in place on machine to
allow for 360ȗ vision for machine operator.
x Provide flashing amber light and / or
reversing warning siren for all plant required.
x Site speed limits to be adhered to.
x Obtain service drawings where possible.
x Carry out CAT scan of any area to be
excavated.
x Work in accordance with HSG47 ‘Avoiding
Dangers from Underground Services’.
x Only tip or operate on firm level ground to
ensure centre of gravity at all times.
1
5
5
1
5
5
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Machine will be used in a competent safe
manor.
x That the machines are in a state fit for their
use.
x Protects the user from possible dangers
while operating the machine.
x Will reduce the risk of hearing damage.
x Reduces the risk of machine coming into
contact with object or person therefore
preventing injury or damage.
x Will reduce the risk of striking underground
services.
x Will reduce the risk of vehicles or plant from
tipping over during operation.
13.
Hazard:
Scaffold erection &
modification
Risk:
Possible collapse, Possibility of
potential death, Possible
physical injury, Property or
plant damage.
3
5
15
E, Controls:
CN, x Only approved scaffolding contractor to
erect and modify scaffolding.
VS
x All Scaffolders must be competent and
trained in accordance with the Construction
Industry Scaffold Record Scheme or similar.
x Scaffolding is inspected (before first use,
weekly and after any alteration) by a
competent person and a record of
inspection retained.
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Helps to ensure scaffold is erected to British
Standard by competent operatives.
x Helps ensure the scaffold remains
structurally sound for its period of use.
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14.
Hazard:
Demolition arising’s falling into
or onto adjacent live areas
Risk:
Possible damage to adjacent
property
Possible physical injury to
member of the public
4
5
20
PB Controls:
x Set up demolition exclusion zone around
each structure/phase and demolish the in a
controlled manor using demolition
procedures as detailed in this method
statement.
x Use competent, experienced and trained
demolition personnel to carry out the
works.
x Trained operative to bank machines during
works close to the boundary line.
1
5
5
Extent to which they control the risk:
x
x
x
x
Reduces the likelihood of debris falling into
adjacent properties.
Trained operators should be aware of the
dangers involved and be able to operate in
a safe manner.
Reduces the risk of machinery from over
sailing boundary line and coming into
contact with the public or other vehicles
and possible damage to property.
Reduces the likelihood of debris falling into
adjacent live areas.
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15.
Hazard:
Dust
Types present: Nuisance dust,
silica dust, wood dust,
plasterboard
Risk:
Dust inhalation
Silicosis
Lung cancer
COPD (chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease)
Asthma
Irritation to eyes
Complaints from site
neighbours
3
3
9
E, YP, Controls:
CN, x Limit number of persons exposed to dust
where practicable.
PB,
VS x Screen off areas to prevent dust spreading.
x Use of remote controlled cutting equipment
where practicable.
x Use of on-tool extraction where practicable.
x PPF2 disposable masks to be worn during
welfare set up works.
x PPF3 disposable masks to be worn during
soft strip
x All mask users to have been face fit tested.
x Use water during demolition to suppress
dust at ground level. Keep levels down so far
as reasonably practical below the Workplace
Exposure Limit (WEL) of 0.3 mg/m³ Time
Weighted Average (TWA) over an 8hr period.
x Background monitoring of dust to be
undertaken within working area at start of
works then once a week/month (depending
on assessment) to ensure levels are within
WEL.
x Weekly dust monitoring of the perimeter of
the site to ensure dust levels are kept to
minimum. Measures to be taken to reduce
excessive levels.
x Employees to wear suitable eye protection.
x Toolbox talks to given to all operatives
throughout the works to include dangers of
dust, silica dust information, eye protection
and fire.
x Water suppression to control nuisance dust.
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Reduces the amount of airborne dusts and
the possible effects.
x Protects neighbouring properties from
possible contact with excessive dust.
x Protects site operatives from possible
contact with excessive dust.
x Raises awareness of dangers of inhaling
respirable and inhalable dusts
2
3
6
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16.
4
4
16
Hazard:
Exposure to diesel exhaust
emissions.
carbon monoxide;
aldehydes;
nitrogen dioxide;
sulphur dioxide;
polycyclic aromatic
hydrocarbons.
Skin contact with diesel.
Risk:
Hazard:
Falling and Fling Debris
Risk:
Damage to Structures property
Injury to operatives or third
parties
1
4
4
1
5
5
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Reduces the risk of exposure of fumes to
people.
x Reduces the amount of exhaust fume
emissions.
x Reduces the risk of respiratory problems.
x Reduces the risk of possible dermatitis
through skin contact.
Irritation to eyes and
respiratory tract –Short term
exposure
Coughing and breathlessness Long term exposure.
Lung cancer – Repeated
exposure
Dermatitis.
17.
E, YP, Controls:
CN, x Keep windows, doors open during use to
ensure good natural ventilation through
VS
building, create additional vents if possible.
x Use air extraction fans if adequate natural
ventilation cannot be achieved.
x Use filters on tailpipes of machines and
catalytic converters.
x Use most up to date machinery where
practicable and ensure machinery is
properly maintained.
x Turn of engines when not in use.
x The use of Respiratory Protective
Equipment (RPE) as a last resort if other
control measures are not possible.
x The use of PPE when transferring fuel.
3
5
15
E, Controls:
CN, x Demolition activities carried out in
accordance with BS6187, adopting
PB,
techniques which reduce falling/flying
VS
debris to a practical minimum.
x Works will be managed and suitably secured
to present a physical barrier to entry of
works area.
x Banksmen will be present throughout works
in sensitive areas to ensure safety when
arisings are dropped/ felled.
x Communication to be maintained between
operatives during any dropping of arisings.
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Minimises the likelihood of passers by/third
parties coming into contact with arisings.
x Ensures security and control of the site
perimeter where demolition is taking place
and falling materials are likely.
x Ensures operatives are made aware of
ongoing activities and at no point work
below falling debris.
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18.
3
5
15
E, YP, Controls:
CN, x Fire plan to be in place and displayed at
various points around site.
PB,
VS x Fire extinguishers suitable for the possible
types of fire to be available on site.
x Minimize piles of flammable materials and
no intentional fires on site.
x Air horns to be provided at fire points to
raise alarm.
x A permit to work system to be in place to
cover any hot works.
x Hot works to cease a minimum of 1 hour
before end of shift for fire watch to take
place.
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Makes persons on site aware of what to do if
a fire occurs and reduces the likelihood of a
fire occurring.
x Gives warning for evacuation of site.
x Controls the risk of fire occurring during hot
work processes.
x Ensures adequate time to check for any signs
of smouldering materials or points of
ignition.
1
5
5
4
3
12
E, CN Controls:
x Only competent operatives to change
attachments.
x The use of correct PPE when changing
attachments i.e. Impervious Gloves, eye
protection, coveralls.
x Ensure a spacious change over work area is
designated to work unhindered. Operatives
not to work under or near moving excavator
arms.
x Ensure that fingers are away from areas of
possible entrapment such as at fixing points
where pins are inserted.
x Inform operatives of the findings of COSHH
assessments for hazardous substances used
during the process.
1
3
3
Hazard:
Fire
Risk:
Possible or potential death,
Burns, Plant Damage,
Possible property Damage
19.
Hazard:
Fitting Hydraulic Attachments
to Excavators
Risk:
Poor Connections
Cuts and abrasions
Crushing
Contact with moving parts
Trapped Fingers
Skin contact with hydraulic oil
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Ensures that workers can change
attachments in the correct manner and
reduces the risk of poor fitting of
connections.
x Protects workers from cuts and abrasions
and coming into contact with hydraulic fluid.
x Prevents the possibility of crushing or being
struck by excavator.
x Ensures that operatives are aware of the
dangers and effects of the substances used.
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20.
3
5
15
Hazard:
Fuel or hydraulic oil leaks from
plant and spillage
Risk:
Environmental incident
E, CN Controls:
x Spill kits to be made available on site
x All drivers to be trained in operation of fuel
pumps.
x All spills to be cleaned up immediately.
x Apply barrier cream before operation.
x Wash hands after operation.
x PPE to include impervious disposable gloves,
(PPE issue).
x All fuel bowser’s to be double bunded.
1
5
5
1
3
3
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Will help to ensure operatives are aware of
the hazards and therefore operates in a safe
manner.
x Will ensure leaks /spills can be dealt with
immediately and reduce possible
contamination.
x Will help to reduce risk of slips, trips & falls
and minimise environmental impact.
x Less direct contact of diesel with skin should
help reduce likelihood of skin irritation
and/or dermatitis.
21.
Hazard:
Refuelling Plant and Equipment
Risk:
Slips/ falls
Dermatitis
Environmental impact due to
spillage
5
3
15
E
Controls:
x Where possible designate one competent
person to take charge of refuelling.
x All drivers to be trained in operation of fuel
pumps.
x All spills to be cleaned up immediately.
x Apply barrier cream before operation.
x Wash hands after operation.
x Provision of drip trays under plant &
equipment.
x PPE to include impervious disposable gloves.
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Reduces the risks to one employee which can
be better controlled.
x Will help to ensure operative is aware of the
hazards and therefore operates in a safe
manner.
x Will help to reduce risk of slips, trips & falls
and minimise environmental impact.
x Less direct contact of diesel with skin should
help reduce likelihood of skin irritation
and/or dermatitis.
x Collects any potential drips or spills and
prevents ground contamination thus helping
to minimise environmental impact.
x Provides additional protection against
contact with skin.
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22.
Hazard:
Temporary instability of
structure
Risk:
Possible uncontrolled Collapse
Possible physical Injury
Possible plant Damage
Operatives, contractors and
member of the public being hit
by falling debris.
3
5
15
E, YP, Controls:
CN, x Control assess to structure prior to and
during demolition.
PB,
VS x Trained/experienced operatives to carry out
demolition works and continually asses the
structure as work progresses.
x Use remote methods of demolition where
reasonably practicable.
x Maintain demolition exclusion zones with
relevant warning signage attached.
1
5
5
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Reduces the risk of injury to operatives and
members of the public.
x Reduces the risk of uncontrolled collapse of
structures.
x Ensures risks to operatives is minimised,
utilising remote demolition techniques
where possible.
x Ensures that operatives and members of the
public are segregated from high risk areas.
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23.
Hazard:
Working at height
Risk:
Possible or potential death,
Possible physical injury
4
5
20
E, Controls:
CN, x Avoid working at height where possible.
VS x The most reasonably practicable means of
access to be used where working at height
cannot be avoided.
x Where used, guard rails, toe-boards,
unprotected gaps shall conform to
requirements of the Work at Height
Regulations i.e. top rail at 950mm min, toeboards 150mm min, gaps of 470mm max.
x Use hierarchy of controls when considering
work at height; only trained, competent
operatives to erect & use mobile towers
and podium steps; Ladders to be used only
for low risk and short duration work with a
risk assessment in place.
x Statutory weekly inspections of scaffold
carried out where appropriate.
x All other work equipment including
harnesses regularly inspected & maintained
in good order. Records of inspections to be
maintained.
x Operatives trained in working at height and
in the safe use of harnesses.
x Restraint mode to be adopted wherever
possible when using harness and lanyard
secured back a secure and tested anchor
point.
1
5
5
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Working at height hazards are eliminated;
x Should ensure risks are reduced to lowest
reasonably practicable level.
x Reduces likelihood of operatives falling
from height.
x Ensures that potentially safer working
places or means of access are considered.
x Helps to ensure correct/safe erection of
tower and reduce likelihood of collapse.
Provides awareness of hazards and
knowledge of good practices.
x Helps ensure structure complies with
regulations and helps to ensure equipment
remains fit for purpose.
x Ensures that operatives are competent and
adequately trained for working at height
procedures.
x Restricts the worker from getting into a fall
arrest situation and the subsequent effects
of suspension trauma.
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24.
Hazard:
Work Involving Non English
Speaking Nationals
Risk:
Physical Injury/Death
3
5
15
E, CN Controls:
x Provision of signage/documents in a format
understandable by foreign workers
x Provision of translators to give
instructions/briefings
x Provision of adequate supervision
x Appropriate site related training
1
5
5
Extent to which they control the risk:
x Provides clear understandable
guidance/warnings
x To maintain good communication between
all parties
x To ensure safe working practices are
maintained
x To ensure the employee is competent to
undertake the work and use the equipment
provided.
13. COSHH Assessment
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14. Sign Off Sheet
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Appendix A Training and Personnel
All Downwell operatives and sub-contractors will be given a site induction upon starting work
on-site and also an area specific induction along with Toolbox Talk on the safe system of work
they are working under.
This method statement will also be communicated to ensure full understanding of the
contents. Signatures of those in attendance will be required to prove understanding. All
Records will remain on site.
All demolition Site Supervisors hold CITB Demolition Supervisor Certificates and CCDO
Competency Cards, demolition equivalent to construction industries SMSTS Scheme
recognised by the UKCG. All demolition operatives hold CITB CCDO or CPCS Competency
Cards. Further to this all operatives are given NDTG task specific training such as demolition,
asbestos awareness, hot works cutting, abrasive wheel, working at height and other specific
training such as PASMA, IPAF and Harness use &
Inspection training.
In addition Harnesses and inertia reels to be worn
for all works at open and leading edges. An
energy-absorbing lanyard is a line for connecting a
full body harness to an anchorage point with an
inbuilt device that reduces the impact of a fall.
There is a wide range of possible causes of
degradation of synthetic fibres used in webbing
and rope lanyards (including abuse, general wear
and tear, edge/surface damage, ultraviolet light,
dirt, grit, chemicals). The Personal Protective
Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 (as
amended) requires employers to maintain fall
arrest equipment in good repair, including
appropriate replacement. In addition, the Work at
Height Regulations 2005 require that equipment
which is exposed to conditions causing
deterioration which is liable to result in dangerous situations should be inspected at suitable
intervals and each time exceptional circumstances which might jeopardise safety have
occurred.
Scope of the inspection regime Lanyards should be subject to:
Pre-use checks.
Detailed inspections.
(and as appropriate) interim inspections.
These should be carried out by competent persons, to identify defects or damage that may
affect safety.
Pre-use checks
These checks are essential and will be carried out each time, before the harness and lanyard
are used.
Pre-use checks will be tactile and visual. The whole lanyard will be subject to the check, by
passing it slowly through the hands (eg to detect small cuts\ web damages, softening or
hardening of fibres, ingress of contaminants). A visual check will be undertaken in good light
and will normally take a few minutes.
Detailed inspections
These more formal, in-depth inspections and will be carried out periodically at minimum
intervals specified in the inspection regime, which will be every 3 months. Detailed
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inspections will be recorded on to a register and the records will be kept in the site manager’s
office. These inspections are to be carried out by an impartial person who can make
objective decisions, and has appropriate and genuine authority to discard defective lanyards.
This does not mean that competent persons must necessarily be employed from an external
company.
The following personal protective equipment will be provided as a minimum
requirement:
Hard Hat (BS EN 397)
Safety Footwear (BS EN 345)
Gloves (BS EN 420)
Hi-Vis Clothing (BS EN 471)
Eye Protection (BS EN 166)
The following personal protective equipment will be issued and will be worn when
deemed necessary by the site manager:
Face/Nose Mask with appropriate
filter (BS EN 140)
Ear Defenders (BS EN 352-1/2)
Wet Weather Clothing (BS EN 343)
Full Body Harness (BS EN 361)
Leather Gauntlets (PR EN
12477)
Flame Retardant Coveralls (BS
EN 470-1)
Additional Eye Protection (PR EN 175)
Appendix B Logistics Information
The site will require a controlled access/egress strategy at all times. A major factor in the
safe management of this project is the safety of the general public and the neighbouring
residents and businesses.
Vehicle and pedestrian routes will be segregated by the use of
Heras fencing with relevant warning signs attached.
Downwell Demolition prides themselves on having plant and
vehicles at the pinnacle of the safety industry. Under run
guards are fitted to prevent cyclists from coming into contact
with lorry wheels as well as a number of other safety.
All Downwells vehicles are also FORS compliant and we seek
this similar standard in all the haulage companies we use. In
addition to these features to help monitor and improve the
transports environmental impact Downwell have installed
Driver behaviour tracking systems which allow the monitoring
of acceleration, braking and speed. This system allows reports
to be generated along with weekly overviews from Scania
which detail fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions.
In addition all vehicles will also be fitted with reversing alarm \
flashing amber beacon and follow the traffic movement plan.
All vehicles attending site that are in excess of 3.5t attending site will be FORS (Freight
Operators Recognition Scheme) compliant and will be checked for compliance by our
gatemen.
x
x
x
All vehicle marshals will wear orange hi-vis vests or Jackets at all times.
All vehicle movements will be controlled by trained and qualified vehicle marshals.
All demolition operatives shall use the established site pedestrian routes.
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x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
All operatives will be trained in the dangers of working next to live traffic.
All people entering and leaving the site will be required to log in and out.
The code of practice for safety at street works and road works will be adhered to.
All operatives will show consideration to all passers-by.
All dangers to the public are minimised especially at the end of each working day.
Vehicles will not be allowed to queue on the highway (Holding area only when
approved with TFL).
At no time will Downwell vehicles exceed 5mph within the site.
All tippers will be banked, loaded and sheeted as per regulations.
A road sweeper and/or a hose will be available at the entrance of the site to prevent
the spread of any mud\debris onto surrounding roads.
Management of vehicles on site will be in accordance with HSG144 and INDG199, observing
that all site plant/vehicles are banked by a trained banksmen and signs indicating vehicle
routes are posted on site. All drivers will be issued with a copy of the traffic route plan prior
to coming to site and will receive at traffic management induction at Downwell’s haulage yard
prior to attending site.
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