SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT (Erecting, Altering, Dismantling Scaffold) Authorized By: _________________________
Rev: 1 03/12/2024 |
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Name: XXX | ABN: XXX | Address: XXX |
TASK NAME / ACTIVITY | Erecting, Altering, Dismantling Scaffold |
SITE / PROJECT NAME | XXX |
CODES OF PRACTICE | ||
Construction work | First aid in the workplace | How to manage work health and safety risks |
Managing the work environment and facilities | Work health and safety consultation, cooperation and coordination | Work near overhead power lines |
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HIGH RISK CONSTRUCTION WORK | ||
Risk of a person falling more than 2 metres | Work on a telecommunication tower | Demolition of load-bearing structure |
Likely to involve disturbing asbestos | Work on or near pressurised gas mains or piping | Work in or near a confined space |
Work in or near a shaft or trench deeper than 1.5m or a tunnel | Use of explosives | Temporary load-bearing support for structural alterations or repairs |
Work in or near water or liquid that involves a risk of drowning | Work on or near energised electrical installations or services | Work that may have a contaminated or flammable atmosphere |
Tilt-up or precast concrete elements | Diving work | Work in an area with movement of powered mobile plant |
Work in areas with artificial extremes of temperature | Work on or near chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines | Work on, in or adjacent to a road, railway, shipping lane or other traffic corridor in use by traffic other than pedestrians |
Job / Task | Hazards / Risks | Initial Risk | Control Measures | Residual Risk | Responsibility |
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Erect Scaffold | Falls from height, falling objects | High |
Use of fall arrest systems Secure tools and materials Erect exclusion zones |
Medium | Site Supervisor |
Inspect Scaffold | Structural failure, improper assembly | Medium |
Conduct pre-use inspections Ensure compliance with design specifications |
Low | Qualified Inspector |
Dismantle Scaffold | Collapse, manual handling injuries | High |
Follow dismantling procedures Use mechanical aids for heavy components |
Medium | Team Leader |
Work Near Power Lines | Electrocution | High |
Maintain safe distances Use insulated tools |
Low | Site Supervisor |
Scaffold Maintenance | Equipment failure | Medium |
Regular maintenance checks Replace damaged components |
Low | Maintenance Personnel |
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