RESP. # 4 - Risk Assessment Guidelines Index

Section 6 – Part A

Risk Assessment Guidelines Index

These guidelines are intended to help you to complete a site or location specific risk assessment. Information required from relevant guidelines should be extracted and added to your specific risk assessment on form SHE 1.

The guidelines are available on the SGB Intranet (under Departments and Resources – Health, Safety, Environment and Quality), and can be downloaded, cut and pasted to create specific risk assessments.

Completed risk assessments must be specific to the activity or location. Assess activities not covered by guidelines and add to the specific risk assessment, and edit guidelines to remove irrelevant controls.

Part A lists risk assessment guidance common to all parts of the business

Part B is for site activities

Part C is specific to the manual owner’s part of the business

Part D gives guidance on the substances in general use and specific to the manual owner’s part of the business.

Part A – Risk Assessment – All Businesses

Ref No. Title

SHE 1 Risk assessment form and toolbox talk

SHE 2 Health and Safety Procedures

RAG001 Employing young persons in yards and depots

RAG002 Vehicle movements in yards

RAG003 Forklift truck (FLT) operations

RAG004 Manual handling of materials and equipment

RAG005 Using a lorry mounted loader

RAG006 Using a bench mounted cross cut sawing machine

RAG007 Overhead power cables

RAG008 Steel banding/unbanding of materials

RAG009 Lone working

RAG010 Compressed air

RAG011 Hand arm vibration when using power tools

RAG012 Paint spraying

Ref No. Title

RAG013 Oxy-acetylene burning equipment

RAG014 Pressure jet washers

RAG015 Bench mounted grinding wheel/wire stranded buffing wheel

RAG016 Cutting timber or boards with portable electric saw

RAG017 Workshop lathe

RAG018 Bench mounted workshop drill

RAG019 Removing long lengths of steel from lorries

RAG020 Sun protection

RAG021 Display screen equipment (DSE)

RAG022 Fire

RAG023 Noise

RAG024 Loading/unloading vehicles with equipment

RAG025 George Fischer tube cutting machine

RAG026 Scaffold tube straightener

RAG027 Working on lorry trailers and beds

Revised January 2008 Safety Manual – Section 6 – Part A – All Businesses – Page A

DEPOT: BUSINESS:

CLIENT (if applicable): SITE ADDRESS (if applicable):

ASSESSMENT MADE BY: POSITION:

DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR __________________________________________

ACTIVITY OR OPERATION

HAZARD AT RISK CONTROLS

A. MANAGEMENT ACTIONS – Controls to be in place and the toolbox talk must be given before work starts

I CONFIRM THAT THE APPROPRIATE CONTROLS ARE IN PLACE. I HAVE INCLUDED ONLY ACTIVITIES AND CONTROLS THAT ARE RELEVANT TO THIS ASSESSMENT

SIGNATURE OF MANAGER/SUPERVISOR: ……………………………………………………………….

PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………....

SHE 1

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TOOLBOX TALK FOR ________________________________________________

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We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

NAME SIGNATURE

Manager’s/supervisor’s signature: ………………….….………….…… Date: ……………………

NOTE TO MANAGER, SUPERVISOR OR FOREMAN WORK MUST NOT START UNTIL CONTROLS ARE IN PLACE AND THIS TOOLBOX TALK

HAS BEEN DISCUSSED AND ALL SIGNATURES OBTAINED

SHE 1

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HEALTH AND SAFETY PROCEDURES

Procedures have been drawn up for key regular health and safety activities. A full list of procedures is available from the Group health and safety team. Key procedures include: • Forklift trucks • Response to major incidents • Selection, testing and installation of scaffolding anchor ties • Asbestos ancillary works. Please contact the Group health and safety team for a full list of procedures. Note also that many risk assessment guidelines (section 6) when implemented in branches or on-site, include procedural guidance.

SHE 2

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SHE 2

Revised January 2008 Safety Manual – Section 6 – Part A – All Businesses – Page 1 RAG001

DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR EMPLOYING YOUNG PERSONS (Under 21 years of age) IN YARDS AND BRANCHES



A. MANAGEMENT ACTIONS – Controls to be in place and the safety talk must be given before work starts

• General yard working

• Manual handling

• Vehicle movements

• Machinery operation

• Banding operations

• Loading operations

• Painting

• Noisy activities

• Working in adverse weather

• Keeping work area tidy

Mishandling causing injury

Being struck

Various machinery related injuries

Cuts, other injuries caused by misuse

Unstable loads, falling off vehicles

Vapours, fire, eye/skin damage

Hearing loss

Slips, trips and falls

All activities – young persons/ others

• Induction training to include risk assessment to be given and induction form completed

• Young persons to see relevant safety films. (see SHE 22 in section 2 of the Harsco Access Services safety manual)

• All PPE to be issued and instructions given in its use

• No machinery to be used unless fully trained and authorised and over 18 years of age

• Other hazardous yard activities, e.g. paint spraying NOT to be carried out by young persons

• Young persons not to drive forklift trucks unless over 18 and fully trained and qualified. With proof of training

• If scaffolding trainee, Harsco Access Services trainee scaffolder procedure to be followed in full

• Ensure young person is familiar with first aid procedures and accident reporting


SIGNATURE OF MANAGER/SUPERVISOR: …………………………………………………………………

PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………......


SAFETY TALK FOR EMPLOYING YOUNG PERSONS IN YARDS

Actions by all Harsco Access Services employees and persons under the age of 21 • Wear appropriate PPE (including high visibility etc.)

• Ensure tidy and clear work area at all times

• Do not drive ANY vehicle unless trained/authorised (18 and under not permitted to drive any vehicle)

• No machinery to be used unless trained/authorised (18 and under are not permitted to use machinery)

• Stacking of materials only to be done after training given

• No paint spraying by young persons

• Hearing protection to be worn if instructed

• Be mindful of activities during adverse weather conditions

• Report any unsafe conditions and any accidents or injuries to the yard manager SAFETY TALK FOR EMPLOYING YOUNG PERSONS IN YARDS We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of these safety instructions. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

NAME SIGNATURE

Manager’s/supervisor’s signature: ………………….….………….… Date: ……………………

NOTE TO MANAGER, SUPERVISOR OR FOREMAN WORK MUST NOT START UNTIL CONTROLS ARE IN PLACE AND THIS SAFETY TALK



DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR VEHICLE MOVEMENTS IN YARDS ACTIVITY OR OPERATION HAZARD AT RISK CONTROLS


• Lorry movements

• Private vehicle movements

• General forklift truck operations loading/unloading goods vehicle

• Harsco Access Services goods vehicle safety checks and movement of vehicles

• Monitoring/review of procedure

Pedestrians being struck by vehicles

Speeding

Poor surface conditions

Loss of load Falls from vehicles

Members of the public visiting offices and Harsco Access Services personnel present in yard area

Other operatives in vicinity of goods vehicle or storage areas

All those working or present in the vicinity of vehicle movements, including members of the public and pedestrians entering the premises

• Site plan to be drawn up to show vehicle/pedestrian/loading areas

• Pedestrians walkways to be clearly defined and separated by barriers where possible

• Reversing of vehicles to be minimised by one way system where possible

• Where reversing is unavoidable, a trained employee will direct the vehicle(s) from a safe place (in SGB UK, training is from Eldon Training or ITS)

• Yard must be organised to minimise blind corners and restricted visibility

• Speed limits to be clearly marked at entrance and key locations

• All drivers/operators must be trained and certificated with refresher training at recommended intervals

• Harsco Access Services drivers issued with Harsco Access Services Procedures Drivers Handbook

• Temporary/agency drivers to be inducted in these procedures by branch manager or nominated person

• Branch manager to ensure all vehicles are available for 8-week inspections (UK requirement)

• Forklift truck operations to be assessed using RAG003

• Vehicle movements at the premises to form part of the safety committee meeting agenda

• Assessments to be updated as material changes take place, followed by toolbox talks to all operatives

• Random checks to be conducted by manager to ensure the control measures are in place and operative



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………......


TOOLBOX TALK FOR VEHICLE MOVEMENTS IN YARDS

B. Instructions for employees Actions • All drivers to comply with speed limits • Instruct visiting drivers to report to the office before entering the yard • Reversing only to be under control of trained yard operatives who will direct vehicle movements • Drivers to use one way system if available, and avoid reversing • Keep any reversing to an absolute minimum: using trained staff to direct movements • Driver and any passengers of goods vehicle to remain in pedestrian area prior to forklift operation • Forklift and other operatives prohibited from designated loading/unloading area until goods vehicle is

stationary with engine switched off and driver in pedestrian area • Only fully trained certificated forklift drivers to drive forklift trucks • Prohibit movement of other personnel in designated areas while loading/unloading • Area on each side of goods vehicle to be of sufficient width and kept clear of obstruction to allow safe

movement of forklift and loads • All Harsco Access Services operatives and visiting drivers to wear high visibility clothing • Materials should be carried in/on suitable means for transporting safely (stillages, bins, and pallets); transport

of loose materials to be avoided • All drivers to complete Harsco Access Services Vehicle Defect Report daily, checking that audible reversing

alarm is working, this is to be recorded on vehicle report document • Drivers to carry out daily checks of vehicle and defects reported immediately • Drivers to obtain trained help if reversing or visibility is restricted

TOOLBOX TALK FOR VEHICLE MOVEMENTS IN YARDS


NAME SIGNATURE

Manager’s/supervisor’s signature: ………………….….………….… Date: ……………………




DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR FORKLIFT TRUCK (FLT) OPERATIONS




• FLT movements

• Loading/unloading vehicles

• Maintenance of FLT’s

Being struck by vehicle

Loads being spilt from forks

Loads toppling from vehicle

Mechanical/brake failure

Overturning

Collision with other vehicles

Harsco Access Services employees in the area

Visitors

Drivers of hauliers vehicles

• FLT operations are covered by a Harsco Access Services Group Procedure. Seek advice from local health and safety adviser

• Ensure that blind corners and areas of poor visibility are minimised

• Any remaining areas of poor visibility to be restricted for FLT operations

• Loading/unloading must be done in clearly designated areas with safe access to either side of the vehicle

• Warning notices advising of forklift movements and of width and height restrictions to be placed in prominent positions

• FLT’s NOT to operate on public roads unless licenced, and a risk assessment specifically carried out for that location

• FLT’s to be driven by trained, authorised and certificated drivers

• FLT’s must be fitted with seatbelts, reversing alarms and flashing beacons

• Managers and yard foremen to ensure that FLT safety check (see over) is used daily by FLT driver

• Competent fitters from the forklift suppliers must regularly service FLT’s and records kept in branch

• A competent engineer must examine all FLT’s at least once a year – a record to be kept in the branch safety file (section 7)

• Branch managers must ensure defects found in servicing and engineer’s inspections have been actioned

• Managers and/or yard foremen must take action if FLT’s are driven unsafely



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………......


FORKLIFT TRUCK DAILY SAFETY CHECK Health and Safety Statement For your own safety and maximum service life of the forklift truck, a thorough visual/physical check should be made at the beginning of the day. Report all faults to the foreman or supervisor immediately. A faulty truck should be not be used until it has been repaired.

Fleet number: ………………………………………………………………………..

Operator’s/driver’s name: …………………………………………………………..

Week Commencing: Tick the boxes below as items are checked and

found to be correct

Items to be checked IC Engine Electric S M T W T F S

Tyre pressure (if applicable)

Tyre condition

Hydraulic oil level

Engine oil coolant level

Brakes: fluid level and brake operation

Clutch foot control/inching pedal Audible warning system (horn and reversing bleeper if fitted)

Lights

Drivers head guard

Wheel nuts (visual check)

Hydraulic tilt and lift levers

Forward and reverse lever

Fuel level

Steering

Condition of mast, forks and chains

Starter battery (general condition) Battery (traction) – condition of terminals, distilled water levels, charger disconnected

Warning beacon (if applicable)

Vehicle clean

Defects (affecting safe working of the forklift truck):


TOOLBOX TALK FOR FORKLIFT TRUCK (FLT) OPERATIONS

B. Instructions for employees Actions

• Forklift to be driven by trained, authorised and certificated drivers only USING SEAT BELTS WHEN DRIVING FORKLIFT – SEATBELTS MUST BE WORN WHEN:

• Driving over uneven ground

• The driver is not required to dismount frequently or repeatedly

STACKING • Do not stack too high or create ‘blind corners’

• Pallets must be suitable for the loads placed upon them

• Stillages and bins must have compatible feet, when stacking one on top of the other

• Stacks must be level and stable to prevent toppling over

FORKLIFT TRUCK MOVEMENTS • Driver to ensure no-one is standing in front of or behind FLT before making any movement of the FLT

• Keep forks at lowest possible height to enable safe travel

• FLT’s are NOT to travel or turn across a sloping surface

• Materials to be transported at speeds that will ensure stability of the load being carried

• Materials should be carried in/on suitable means for transporting safely, i.e. stillages, bins, and pallets

• Unattended vehicles must have the engine switched off, the gearbox in neutral, and the handbrake on; chock wheels on sloping surfaces

• Keys must be removed before leaving the FLT unattended

• No passengers to be carried – under any circumstances

• Drivers to wear high visibility clothing

• Daily checks to be carried out and recorded by driver and defects reported to management as soon as possible

• Sound horn when approaching ‘blind corners’

LOADING/UNLOADING VEHICLES • Under no circumstances should the lorry be moved whilst forklift is loading or unloading (this could turn the

forklift over) unless it is clear of the vehicle and both drivers are aware what is to take place

• Personnel to gain eye contact with the FLT driver before approaching the load or vehicle

• Ensure that loads remain safe and stable at all times

LIFTING AND LOWERING LOADS • Loads to be placed away from doorways, gates etc.

• Properly assess the loading capability of the forklift

• Proper assessment to be made of the weight/size of the load

• Note any height/width notices may be necessary

• Keep forks at lowest possible height to enable safe travel


TOOLBOX TALK FOR FORKLIFT TRUCK (FLT) OPERATIONS We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

NAME SIGNATURE





DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR MANUAL HANDLING OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT




• Manual handling of materials and equipment in all Harsco Access Services businesses

Striking others causing cuts bruising, crushing

Wind catching the material being carried causing injury

Constraint on posture and movement due to conditions

All personnel manually handling company materials resulting in back injury, muscular strains and sprains hernias, cuts, bruising and crushing

• Show SGB film ‘Making LITE of Loads’ as initial training

• Carry out additional training where required (UK half-day training to be carried out)

• Use of good planning combined with mechanical handling where possible

• Ensure sufficient labour is available • Ensure lighting is adequate • Consider job rotation to help reduce

repetitive actions • On sites, use physical barriers and signage

where the public or other site workers may be at risk

• Arrange sufficient breaks or job rotation • Arrange suitable source of heating in cold

conditions • Ensure appropriate PPE is available and

used



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………......

TOOLBOX TALK FOR MANUAL HANDLING OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT


• Wear appropriate gloves, safety boots and safety helmet • Assess the load – (weight, size, gripability, awkwardness, centre of gravity) • Inspect the route to be taken, clear away obstructions • Clear the area in which you wish to offload in advance of the lift • If the load is too heavy, get help • Co-ordinate the lift when using two or more persons to lift loads • Ensure lighting is adequate • When carrying long materials on the shoulder have the front end pointing upwards to avoid striking anyone

(i.e. when carrying tubes, boards, beams, ladders etc.) • Be aware of any windy conditions


TOOLBOX TALK FOR MANUAL HANDLING OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT


NAME SIGNATURE





DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR USING A LORRY MOUNTED LOADER




• Selection of personnel

• Pre-use daily inspection

• Siting of vehicle, loading/unloading

• Preparing to lift during loading/ unloading

• Lifting from vehicle to ground

• Positioning load on ground with clear vision

• Operating blind, unable to view load

• Failure to stow outriggers and associated lifting equipment

Vehicle faults leading to malfunction

Incorrect use of outriggers Unstable ground conditions

Overhead cables etc.

Loss of load

Swinging loader arm, colliding with persons/objects

Driver and others

Damage to services, property and plant

Persons in the vicinity, vehicles, other road users

• Ensure that operation of all safety devices and warning alarms are regularly checked, in particular alarms/interlocks to prevent vehicle being driven with jib raised

• Instruct drivers to carry out a job health and safety check (SHE 18), in particular for any overhead cables

• Select personnel who are fully trained and certified to operate lorry mounted loaders (UK – CSCS accreditation required)

• Ensure arrangements for lorry mounted loaders to be inspected daily by trained driver prior to use and checklist completed

• Ensure arrangements for repair of any defect

• Ensure regular servicing is being carried out and recorded

• Lorry mounted loader to have a thorough examination every twelve months, lifting accessories (e.g. chains and slings) every six months and reports issued

• The branch manager to confirm the certified status of any contract vehicle drivers (lorry mounted loader trained)

• The branch manager to confirm the inspection status of the contract vehicle lorry mounted loader



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………......


TOOLBOX TALK FOR USING A LORRY MOUNTED LOADER

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Always be aware of any overhead power lines; Never use the loader if there are any power lines anywhere

in the vicinity unless it is proved they are isolated. Seek advice from your health and safety adviser

• High visibility clothing, safety helmet and safety boots must be worn at all times

• Copies of all necessary certification to be carried in vehicle

• Carry out daily inspection of vehicle and complete checklist

• If any defects are found that prevent safe use, cease use immediately and contact line manager

• Ensure working load is not exceeded

• Always operate from a safe position (on highways use nearside controls)

• Do not interfere with any safety devices at any time

• Park vehicle and put handbrake on

• Ensure ground conditions and lighting

• Ensure outriggers are fully extended onto timber pads minimum of 1.5m long x 225mm wide x 63mm, e.g. CUPLOK® batten (must not be used for scaffolding once used as a packer)

• Beware of excavations, cellars, voids and manhole covers etc

• Do not operate on a slope or steep incline in any direction (no more than plus or minus 5 degrees)

• Keep others clear or barrier or cone off area particularly where the public are at risk

• Highlight offside outriggers (cones etc.) if likely to be struck by passing vehicles

• Do not attempt to travel with jib raised or extended

• Keep others away, manoeuvre jib to centre of load

• Make sure nobody is directly under load

• Take care with wet or icy loads

• Always lift loads above their centre of gravity

• The crane is to be used to lift loads only – never people and only SGB equipment to be used

• Do not use to break apart, hit, pull or drag loads

• If the overload indicator sounds, immediately decrease the load moment by retracting extension booms

• Do not release tension on load until load is stable

• If visibility or site conditions are difficult, seek assistance from trained slingers/banksmen, do not attempt to carry out lifting operation alone

• Ensure that equipment is correctly stowed and secured before moving off

Important electrical safety information

• Beware of overhead power lines (see above)

• Never work near power lines unless isolated or a written safe system of work is in place

• Do not agree to use loader near any power lines unless safe system of work is in place

/cont.


TOOLBOX TALK FOR USING A LORRY MOUNTED LOADER We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

NAME SIGNATURE





DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR USING A BENCH MOUNTED CROSS CUT SAWING MACHINE




• Cutting scaffold of boards/timber with a bench mounted circular saw

Various bodily injuries, including cuts and amputations of hands and fingers

Lung damage through breathing in wood dust

Untrained personnel using the machine

Other yard personnel

Visitors in the vicinity

• Only trained and authorised personnel to use the machine (seek advice from business health and safety adviser if required)

• Saw to be regularly maintained – use nominated specialist company

• Ensure that the ‘pre-use safety checklist’ is carried out daily and any defects are reported (see next page)

• The checklist should be kept as near to the machine as possible in a protective clear plastic cover

• Machine to be level, stable and anchored • All guards in place and properly adjusted to

protect the blade at all times • The blade is undamaged/correct type • Emergency stop button to be clearly visible

and within easy reach • Properly functioning dust extraction • Braking device fitted to stop blade within

10 seconds • The floor must be even and clear of debris • Adequate lighting • Ensure enough room to handle the

boards/timber • Ensure only close-fitting gloves are used for

handling boards and instruct they are removed and that the blade is stationary and isolated if there is a need to approach the blade



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………......


BENCH MOUNTED CROSS CUT SAWING MACHINE – PRE-USE SAFETY CHECKLIST

This checklist must be completed before the machine is used on any day

YES/NO (Y/N)

YES/NO

(Y/N)

Are you trained to use this saw? Are you wearing the correct PPE (eye and hearing protection)?

Is the guard to the blade in position and covering the blade? Is the blade undamaged and

correct type?

Does the return spring operate correctly to move the blade to the back (rest) position?

Have you tested the emergency stop button?

Do you have adequate lighting to operate the saw? Is the area around you clear?

If any of the above is No (N), do not use the machine and report it immediately to your foreman/manager. FOREMAN/MANAGER TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING: Actions taken, or required to minimise risk: DEPOT: JOB:

NAME OF PERSON THE HAZARD WAS REPORTED TO:

DATE: TIME: SIGNATURE:


TOOLBOX TALK FOR USING A FOR USING A BENCH MOUNTED CROSS CUT SAWING MACHINE

B. Instructions for employees Actions THE SAW

• Trained machine operator to inspect machine daily for damage and defects and fill in ‘pre-use safety checklist’ (see previous page)

• Report defects immediately and do not use machine until rectified

• Keep all guards in place and properly adjusted to protect the blade at all times

• See that the blade is undamaged/correct type

• Emergency stop button to be clearly visible and within easy reach

• Remove machine key at all times when not in use

• Ensure the dust extraction is properly functioning and empty the bag regularly

• Braking device fitted to stop blade within 10 seconds

THE WORK AREA

• The floor must be even and clear of debris

• Adequate lighting

• Ensure enough room to handle the boards/timber

USING THE SAW

• Use close fitting gloves for handling boards and remove if there is a requirement to approach close to the blade, which should be isolated and stationary

• When feeding timber keep hands out of line of the saw blade

• Wear eye and ear protection and safety footwear

• Appropriate respiratory equipment to be worn if making a number of cuts

• Keep the work area tidy

• Wait until the blade is up to speed before feeding timber

• Always use a push stick or stop blade when removing off-cuts

• Keep alert for foreign matter such as nails and concrete, and do not cut any board or other materials where nails etc., are visible

• Do not leave running when not in use

• Switch off, isolate and wait until the blade has stopped before adjusting guarding


TOOLBOX TALK FOR USING A FOR USING A BENCH MOUNTED CROSS CUT SAWING MACHINE We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

NAME SIGNATURE





DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR OVERHEAD POWER CABLES




• Working near to overhead power cables

• Loading/unloading vehicles within 6m of overhead lines

Contact with cables or arcing leading to electrocution/falls, shock, burns

Contact with live overhead lines with materials or equipment, crane/lorry mounted loader etc., leading to electrocution, shocks, burns, equipment damage

Harsco Access Services personnel and other personnel carrying out the operation

• Carry out Harsco Access Services ‘site survey checklist’ (SHE 17 in section 2)

• All work must be planned (method statement and/or permit to work)

• Consult local electricity service supplier in good time prior to commencement of any works

• Ensure that cables slung between wooden poles do conduct electricity (they are not always telephone wires)

• Question any cables leading to any older type houses and churches

• Lines to be dead whilst work is in progress • Assume lines are live unless/until proved

otherwise by owners • Lorry mounted loader arm to be fitted with

height restrictor • Consult manufacturer or supplier of lorry

mounted loader for advice • See risk assessment for using lorry mounted

loaders (RAG005 in this section)



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………......


TOOLBOX TALK FOR OVERHEAD POWER CABLES

B. Instructions for employees

Actions • Before starting work in any location always take a 360 degree look at the environment to make sure there

are no unseen hazards such as electric cables

• Assume all cables are live to avoid electric shocks and burns

• Do not make contact with the cables even if sheathed

• Ensure that cables slung between wooden poles do conduct electricity (they are not always telephone wires)

• Question any cables leading to any usually older type houses and older buildings such as churches • Lines to be dead whilst work is in progress

• Assume lines are live unless/until proved otherwise by owners

• Work to owners ‘permit to work’ system

TOOLBOX TALK FOR OVERHEAD POWER CABLES We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

NAME SIGNATURE





DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR STEEL BANDING/UNBANDING OF MATERIALS




• Placing metal bands around materials

• Cutting of metal banded material

Springing of the band causing cuts

Breaking/failure of the band

Springing of the band causing cuts

Those carrying out the activity/others in close proximity

• Equipment for banding/cutting to be in good condition and repaired/replaced as required

• Training in the operation before first use • Consider making it a two or three-man

operation • Consider use of containment for materials

where possible • Toolbox talk is mandatory (SHE 1 attached)



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………......

TOOLBOX TALK FOR STEEL BANDING/UNBANDING OF MATERIALS

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Wear eye protection, gloves, safety boots

• Keep bundles to be banded to manageable size

• Keep work area clear

• Only use suitable banding materials

• Correct number of bands to be placed around bundles of material (see specific risk assessment for banding scaffold materials or yard manager’s guide)

• Use correct cutting tool

• Operatives to be aware of banded materials being mechanically handled

• Ensure all tools are regularly inspected and replaced if worn

• Cut middle band first, outer bands last

• Use means of containing materials where possible, to avoid collapsing/scattering of materials, e.g. stillage

• Stand to one side when cutting bands

• Ensure that waste metal banding is disposed of in waste bins immediately

• DO NOT LEAVE USED BANDING IN THE WORKPLACE


TOOLBOX TALK FOR STEEL BANDING/UNBANDING OF MATERIALS We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

NAME SIGNATURE




SHE 1


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DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR LONE WORKING




• Lone working Accident, ill health, attack

Lone worker • Powered machinery must not be used at any time

• FLT’s – only to be used by authorised, certificated drivers and only when someone else is present (e.g. customer)

• Only persons with a responsible attitude to be considered for lone working

• Ensure lone workers have no medical condition which makes them unsuitable for working alone

• The lone worker needs to be sufficiently experienced to fully appreciate risks and precautions in the workplace

• Adequate training must be given for the tasks which are undertaken

• A suitable means of communication between office and yard is required, i.e. mobile phones or two-way radios

• Consider other devices to raise the alarm in the event of an emergency

• Lone working on-site

Accident, ill health Lone worker • Lone working needs to be given special consideration on sites, potentially high risk activities such as erecting and dismantling scaffolding, grandstands, mastclimbing platforms etc., should not be undertaken alone



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………......


TOOLBOX TALK FOR LONE WORKING

B. Instructions for employees Actions • All accidents incidents and cases of faulty equipment must be reported

• At the branch, restrict access to the general public to one entrance, lock the service counter opening on the inside and consider having a screen to prevent unauthorised access for locations in isolated areas

• Report anyone acting suspiciously to the police and line manager

• No lone working in confined spaces and lift and riser shafts

• Any powered machinery, including cross cutting bench sawing machines, tube cutters and tube straighteners etc., must not be used

• FLT’s are not to be used unless someone else is present, i.e. Harsco Access Services or customer’s driver

• Lone workers must not lift materials beyond their capabilities, i.e. trench sheets, road forms, ladder beams, unit beams, steel ladders, fencing etc.

• Any operations considered hazardous (i.e. removing materials from top of stacks) should not be carried out TOOLBOX TALK FOR LONE WORKING


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR COMPRESSED AIR




• Use of compressed air operated tools

Accidental or deliberate injection of material and/or compressed air into body causing injury (occasionally fatal)

Particles of oil carried in air jet can damage eyes

Explosion

System failure

Persons using the equipment and in the vicinity

• Regular examination of air receivers, tools and equipment to be made by a competent person. (A thorough examination of air receivers to be carried out by Allianz Cornhill – tel: 01428 722407)

• Ensure that regular statutory inspections are carried out (see above)

• Toolbox talk in this guidance to be given to all employees before they first use compressed air



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR COMPRESSED AIR

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Not to be used near naked flames

• Horseplay with compressed air or tools is dangerous and strictly forbidden

• Not to be used for cleaning clothing

• Exhausting air should be directed away from the body

• Take care when handling to avoid accidental compressed air injections

• Seek medical advice after compressed air penetration of the body occurs or is suspected

• Report any defects at once and stop using the equipment

• Safety and monitoring devices should never be misused or abused


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR HAND ARM VIBRATION WHEN USING POWER TOOLS




• Using hand held power tools

• Hand arm vibration syndrome (HAVS), i.e. vibration white finger

• Damage to blood circulation

• Damage to nerves and muscles of fingers and hands causing numbness and tingling, reduced grip strength and sensitivity, i.e. carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)

• Pain and stiffness in the hands and joints of the wrists, elbows and shoulder may also occur

• Pins and needles • Loss of manual

dexterity • Loss of sense of touch

and temperature • Painful finger

blanching attacks (triggered by cold or wet conditions)

Those using hand held power tools or other action equipment for more than two hours each day

ELIMINATION OF HAVS EXPOSURE • Think of alternative ways of

working without using vibrating equipment

• Use of high vibrating tools to be eliminated wherever possible

TOOL SELECTION • Choose tools bearing CE mark

which has lowest level of vibration • Ensure frequent breaks and job

rotation • Select low vibration accessories

(i.e. well-balanced blade or disc on rotary tools)

• Repair defective tools immediately and remove from use until done

PERSONNEL SELECTION • Those with certain medical

conditions should avoid exposure to regular and frequent high levels of vibration. Consult your health and safety adviser

• Affected persons to avoid further exposure MONITORING • At least every six months,

managers are to ask employees using vibrating tools or machines if they are getting any symptoms of HAVS (see hazard column)

• Arrange medical appointment for any suspected cases


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NOTES • Health surveillance required under MHSW Regs Vibration assessments should identify all groups of workers

likely to be exposed above 2.8 ms² • Programme overseen by doctor, worker questionnaire completed on site. Completed surveys to doctor to

diagnose and make recommendations. Qualified people must be involved • Instances of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome to be reported to local enforcing agency using F2508 see section

7 of the safety manual • Vibration levels are measured in units of metres per second squared (ms²)

TOOLBOX TALK FOR HAND ARM VIBRATION WHEN USING POWER TOOLS


Actions • Think of alternative ways of working without using vibrating equipment

• Choose tools bearing CE mark, which are declared safe to use by following manufacturer instructions

• Ensure tools are properly maintained, e.g. replace worn bearings

• Avoid poor posture which may cause strain to hands and arms

• Report defective tools immediately

• Break up periods of using equipment by doing other tasks

• PPE such as anti-vibration gloves have limited effect at reducing vibration at low frequencies, however, keep hands warm by wearing thermal gloves and take rest breaks in cold conditions to exercise and keep hands warm

• Avoid smoking as this decreases circulation

• Report to your manager/supervisor any symptoms that may be related to use of hand held vibrating tools

• Use sharp drill bits

• Use appropriate equipment for the job

• Select well balanced discs on sanders and grinders


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR PAINT SPRAYING




• Atomising of spray paint to mark Harsco Access Services equipment

• Mixing of paint and thinners

• Cleaning of spray gun with thinners

Inhalation of spray dust or vapour

Fire – explosion

Hearing damage

Inhalation of vapours

Skin contact, damage to eyes, ingestion

Environment

Yard personnel

Others carrying out spraying operations

• Hand paint instead of spraying whenever possible

• Paint spraying should only be carried out in a designated and maintained spray booth where possible

• See risk assessment for compressed air (RAG010 in this section)

• See COSHH risk assessment for paint and thinners

• For paint/thinner data see COSHH register in safety file, and give toolbox talk on hazards/ precautions advised

• SGB respirators must be provided whilst spraying. EN 405 : 2001 FFA 1P2D (order from PPE supplier)

• Spray area to have a foam or dry powder fire extinguisher


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TOOLBOX TALK FOR PAINT SPRAYING

B. Instructions for employees Actions • SGB respirators to be worn whilst spraying. EN 405 : 2001 FFA 1P2D (order from PPE supplier) • No smoking in decanting/mixing area • PPE to be worn to include impervious gloves, eye protection and apron • Sprayer should wash before eating, drinking or smoking • Ear defenders may need to be worn if working close to the compressor • Decanting and mixing to be carried out in well ventilated areas • Lids to be kept on paint and thinner containers when not in use • Clean equipment in well-ventilated areas • Prevent residue from entering drains or waterways


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR OXY-ACETYLENE BURNING EQUIPMENT




• General cutting process

• General cutting process

• Cutting drums, tanks and vessels

• Moving and storage of cylinders

• Connecting fittings and hoses

High temperatures, burns, explosion, fumes

Fire

Explosion

Manual handling injuries and damage to equipment

High pressure cylinder can act as a rocket if it falls over damaging valve

Operatives using the equipment


User and others in the vicinity


Operatives using the equipment and others in the vicinity

• All equipment must be provided, maintained and stored in a safe place away from sources of ignition

• Flashback arrestors and hose check valves must be fitted as necessary – consult expert supplier of equipment

• Only trained persons to use equipment

• Overalls should be made of flame retardant material, designed to avoid spark traps, i.e. velcro and zip fastenings and flap pockets

• To avoid radiation burns, provide appropriate goggles with filters to BSEN169 and gauntlets

• Ensure that appropriate fire extinguishers are available

• Ensure arrangements to report any damage are in place and take necessary steps to repair

• Report any malfunctions or damage and make necessary arrangements for maintenance or repair



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR OXY-ACETYLENE BURNING EQUIPMENT

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Only trained persons to use equipment

• Cool burnt off material or mark ‘hot’

• To avoid radiation burns wear appropriate goggles with filters to BSEN169 and gauntlets

• Torch to be lit by spark igniters: no matches or gas lighters

• Do not use or leave cylinders in a confined space unless special ventilation arrangements are made

• Keep area clear of flammable materials

• Check work area at least one hour before end of play/leaving area to ensure there is not any smouldering material

• Fully drain and clean receptacles and purge with inert gas before any cutting

• Do not roll cylinders as valves may be damaged. Do not lift with magnets or chains

• Cylinders must always be upright and secured either in a cylinder trolley or lashed to a suitable support

• Store upright in suitable cages away from direct sunlight

• Only use proper tube connections

• Do not use copper pipe

• Never lubricate connections with oil or grease

• Keep cylinders away from electrical welding tools, welding sparks and other heat sources/corrosive liquids

• Close cylinder valve when not in use

• Check for leaks but never with a naked flame, use soap and water solution

• Check regulators, gauges, hoses and torches to ensure gas tightness


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR PRESSURE JET WASHERS




• Using pressure cleaner

Electrocution

Bodily injury from high pressure water jet

User and others in vicinity

• Ensure machine is maintained and in safe working order

• Ensure that a ‘residual circuit device’ (RCD) is fitted to the electrical supply socket

• Ensure operator inspects cables/plug and equipment before use

• Ensure machines can be used with extension cables

• Ensure manufacturer’s instructions are provided to users

• Check whether manufacturers advise that extension cables must not be used with their machines



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR PRESSURE JET WASHERS

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Must not be used without a ‘residual circuit device’ (RCD), which must be tested before use • Do not use outside if raining or snowing • Never spray water onto washer even if disconnected • Never pull the machine by the electric cable or pull out the mains plug by pulling the cable • Inspect cables/plug and equipment before use • Never make your own cable repairs, these must be done by a qualified electrician • Never point the lance at people • Never bend the high pressure hose • Read manufacturer’s instructions before use • Some manufacturers advise that extension cables must not be used with their machines


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR BENCH MOUNTED GRINDING WHEEL AND WIRE STRANDED BUFFING WHEEL




Grinding/buffing metal

Ejected debris from metal/wheels

User of equipment and those in immediate vicinity

• The machine must be kept stable with all guards and work rests properly adjusted

• Only trained personnel over 18 years of age to use the equipment

• Training must be carried out by a competent outsider or Harsco Access Services employee who has evidence of competence

• Ensure operator inspects daily before use, and reports defects

• Repair defects as soon as possible and suspend from use until done

• Warning signage to be put in place close to the machine

• Ensure machine is regularly maintained by a competent person



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR BENCH MOUNTED GRINDING WHEEL AND WIRE STRANDED BUFFING WHEEL

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Only trained personnel to use the equipment which must not be operated by anyone under 18 years of age

THE MACHINE

• Inspect daily before use, report defects to supervisor and do not use until fixed

• All guards in place and properly adjusted

• The wheels are undamaged (correct type/speed)

• Emergency stop button – clearly visible and within easy reach

• Cables, plugs and switches in good order

• Adjust rests where fitted as close as possible to wheel periphery

THE WORK AREA

• The floor is even and clear of debris and that there is adequate lighting

• That the workbench is sufficiently clear to safely offer materials up to the machine

• Ensure other personnel are in a safe by position from ejected material

USING THE MACHINE

• Keep hands clear of revolving parts

• Eye protection is essential, must be to correct standard (consult suppliers of PPE)

• Wear ear protection; dust masks may be required for prolonged work or with some metals

• Keep the work area tidy

• Wait until wheels are up to speed before offering up material

• Remove electric plugs before replacing wheels/servicing

• Read manual regarding the machine


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR CUTTING TIMBER OR BOARDS WITH A PORTABLE ELECTRIC SAW




• Handling of timber/scaffold boards

• Operating the saw

Those associated with incorrect manual handling techniques Various, including: electric shock, kickback, noise, vibration, flying debris, dust, sharp edges, fire entanglement

Persons lifting and others within lifting circle Untrained personnel/others in vicinity of machine

• The machine must be in good condition and with guards in position

• Use 110-volt machine with centre tapped transformer (mandatory for site work)

• Ensure that lighting levels are sufficient

• Only trained and authorised personnel over 18 years of age to use the saw

• Show SGB film ‘Making LITE of Loads’ as training in manual handling techniques



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR CUTTING TIMBER OR BOARDS WITH A PORTABLE ELECTRIC SAW


• Wear gloves

• Only trained and authorised personnel to use the saw

• Must not be operated by anyone under 18 years of age

• Before starting work check the following:

THE MACHINE

• All guarding to be in place and properly adjusted

• The blade is undamaged/correct type

• The on/off switch functions smoothly and not capable of being locked on

• Plugs and cables are free from defects

• Use 110-volt equipment

THE WORK AREA

• The immediate area is clear of debris


• Consider cable route to prevent damage/trip hazards

• Ensure enough room to handle the timber/scaffold boards

• Signage, ‘Eye/Ear Protection to be Worn’, ‘Guards to be in Place’, on saw or in immediate work area

USING THE SAW

• Wear eye and ear protection and safety footwear, dust masks may be required if doing a lot of cutting and certainly with some hardwoods

• Keep the work area clear of off-cuts

• Beware of foreign matter such as nails, screws and concrete

• Keep body and hands clear of saw blade

• Maintain good balance

• If defective, do not use and report it

• Disconnect plug before changing blade

• Do not use in wet conditions


TOOLBOX TALK FOR CUTTING TIMBER OR BOARDS WITH A PORTABLE ELECTRIC SAW We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKSHOP LATHE




• Using the lathe All listed below could cause major injury such as amputation of fingers, broken bones, torn ligaments:

• Entanglement on rotating parts

• Entanglement on work pieces, chucks,

carriers and unguarded stock bars

• Using hand held emery cloth to smooth and polish components

• Direct contact with moving parts

Other injuries:

• Cuts and bruises • Eye injuries from

machine cleaning, swarf removal and unenclosed machinery when eye protection is not worn

• Chuck key ejected from rotating chuck

• Ejected debris • Noise • Ill-health from metal-

working fluids

Machine operator and others in close proximity

• Operator to be trained and instructed • COSHH risk assessment training for any fluids

issued • Equipment maintained in good working order

and repair and stable • All guards (spindle shaft guards, chuck

guards) to be in position • Emergency stop to be available • Regular inspection and records kept • Adequate lighting • Safe means of removing swarf (i.e. rake) • Signage regarding eye and ear protection and

guarding to be in place • PPE to include eye and ear protection, safety

footwear and gloves • Maintenance carried out by a competent

person



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKSHOP LATHE

B. Instructions for employees (manager to explain hazards) Actions

THE OPERATOR

• Operator to be trained and instructed

• No wearing of jewellery, loose clothing

• Long hair tied back

• COSHH risk assessment training for any fluids issued

THE MACHINE

• Use of fixed guards at rear of machine

• Use chuck guard

• Use splashguard for suds and swarf

• If using emery cloth cannot be avoided user to be trained on safe use, i.e. use of a backing board, tool post, nutcracker or hand held wire brushes impregnated with abrasives

• Safe means of removing swarf (i.e. rake)

THE WORKPLACE


• Immediate area clear of debris/spillage

• Signage regarding eye and ear protection and guarding to be in place

• Non-operators to keep clear

PPE

• PPE to include eye and ear protection, safety footwear and gloves

MAINTENANCE

• Carried out by a competent person


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR BENCH MOUNTED WORKSHOP DRILL




• Using bench mounted pedestal drill

Various bodily injuries including:

• Hair caught on rotating spindles, chucks or tools, entanglement of gloves or clothing

• Violent spinning of work-piece, causing scalping injuries and broken bones

• Eye injuries from machine cleaning, swarf removal or ejection

• Swarf causing cuts

• Slips, trips and falls

• Noise

• Ill health from metalworking fluids

Machine operator and others in close proximity

• Telescopic guard to be provided for chuck and drilling bit, ensure it can be adjusted to protect these parts

• Operator to be trained and instructed • COSHH risk assessment training for any

fluids issued • Equipment maintained in good working

order and repair • Regular inspection and records kept • Adequate lighting • Safe means of removing swarf (i.e. rake) • Signage regarding eye and ear protection

and guarding to be in place • PPE to include eye and ear protection and

safety footwear • Provide only close fitting gloves which

cannot become entangled on drill (consult PPE suppliers/health and safety adviser)

• Maintenance carried out by a competent person



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR BENCH MOUNTED WORKSHOP DRILL

B. Instructions for employees (manager to explain hazards) Actions

THE OPERATOR

• Only use if you are trained and instructed

• No wearing of jewellery, loose clothing

• Any long hair to be tied back

• COSHH risk assessment training for any fluids used

THE MACHINE

• Use adjustable guards at all times, keeping chuck/drill covered when in raised position

• Work-piece to be clamped securely to the machine table

• Use safe means of removing swarf (i.e. rake)

THE WORKPLACE


• Immediate area clear of debris

• Signage regarding eye and ear protection and guarding to be in place

PPE

• PPE to include eye and ear protection, safety footwear. If gloves are to be worn, use only close fitting gloves and never with small work-pieces where hands approach the drill

MAINTENANCE

• To be carried out by competent person


TOOLBOX TALK FOR BENCH MOUNTED WORKSHOP DRILL


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR REMOVING LONG LENGTHS OF STEEL FROM LORRIES




• Removal of steel in the ‘I’ position from lorry

• Removal of steel in the ‘H’ position from lorry

• Removal of steel in the ‘I’ position from lorry and then turning over into ‘H’ position

Steel slipping or falling over, causing injury

Those engaged in removal and others in the vicinity

• Ensure there is a suitable area in the yard to carry out this operation

• If on-site, only carry out the operation in an area set aside by the principal contractor

• Operation to be strictly controlled and supervised by a responsible person

• Movement of forklifts to be synchronised by banksman (trained driver/yard manager or foreman) who must remain safe by position

• Those not included in this operation to keep well clear



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR REMOVING LONG LENGTHS OF STEEL FROM LORRIES


Removal of steel from the ‘I’ position on the lorry: • Those not included in this operation to keep well clear

• It may be necessary to lower the steel back onto the lorry bed to re-position forks beneath steel to enable safe removal from lorry

• Operation to be strictly controlled and supervised by a responsible person • Two forklifts to be used at all times • Movement of forklifts to be synchronised by banksman (trained driver/yard manager or foreman) who must

remain safe by position • Forklifts to approach lorry and place forks under steel as far as they can • Tie tubes that may have been used to stabilise steels on lorry to be removed /cont.


(Cont.)

Removal of steel from the ‘H’ position on the lorry: • When removing steel in the ‘H’ position, forklifts to raise steel in unison then slowly and smoothly reverse • Steels driven to storage area and placed on timber bights • Steels driven to storage area and stacked on each other • As described above for removal of steel in the ‘I’ position

Turning the steel from the ‘I’ position into the ‘H’ position: • Lower steel gently onto timber bights, placed on ground to take both ends of steel • Forklifts to reverse and then position forks to safely push over steel into ‘H’ position • Forks are replaced under steel and raised • Steels driven to storage area and stacked on each other

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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR SUN PROTECTION


HAZARD AT RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS


• Working outside exposing the skin to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun

Dehydration

Skin damage

Skin cancer

All those working outside

• Ensure that all staff are advised to wear suitable clothing and to protect exposed skin with suitable sunscreen

• Advise wearing of sunglasses to BS 2724 : 1987

• Ensure correct PPE is available and is in use

• Advise workers of skin cancer warning signs:

1) New small scabby spots which do not heal within a few weeks 2) Non-healing sores or ulcers 3) Growth or lump 4) New moles or existing moles that get

bigger, change colour or shape or bleed or itch



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR SUN PROTECTION

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Cover up – mainly back neck, hands and ears common places for skin cancer in men

• Take breaks in the shade • Use sunscreen on exposed areas • Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration • Wear good sunglasses BS 2724 : 1987 • Watch out for signs of skin cancer and seek medical advice if unsure


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR DISPLAY SCREEN EQUIPMENT (DSE)




• Significant use of display screen equipment (DSE)

Work related upper limb disorders, i.e. problems with the neck, shoulders, arms and hands Eye and eyesight problems Fatigue and stress

Habitual users of display screen equipment (DSE)

• Provide ergonomic workstations suitable for the users

• If possible allow periodic changes in work activities

• Ensure eye tests allowed as required. Provide suitable keyboard and screen. Screen with good image, adjustable brightness/contrast and adjustable positioning


• Window blinds or covering to be provided

• Note – VDU assessment questionnaire should be used in conjunction with this RAG (questionnaire available on SGB Intranet) to ensure correct controls are adopted



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR DISPLAY SCREEN EQUIPMENT

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Complete VDU assessment questionnaire at least annually

• Discuss any negative answers on the above with supervisor • Should there be evidence of eye strain, have eyes tested • Take frequent short breaks from screen • Rest eyes occasionally throughout the day • Refer any VDU related issues to your supervisor • Report any personal physical effects that may affect the DSE use to your line manager

• Immediately report any physical medical conditions, e.g. diabetes, migraines, pregnancy, epilepsy etc., that should be taken into consideration to your line manager

TOOLBOX TALK FOR DISPLAY SCREEN EQUIPMENT We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR FIRE (Part A)




• Storage of diesel oil in tanks

Fire/leakage Persons in the vicinity, environment, property, equipment

• Storage tanks must be clearly labelled with contents and volume and no smoking signage

• Placed on concrete or brick cradles/other accepted method

• Protected from impact by vehicles • Situated in the open air clear of any

openings, windows or doors • Have a bund wall or pit or other means

capable of holding the contents of the tank plus 10%

• Be vented at the top • Foam fire extinguisher to be kept adjacent

to tank • In the event of a spilled diesel oil fire use a

foam extinguisher • Taps and valves must not project beyond

the bund • Water, debris and materials must be

cleared from bund • Provide arrangements to drain water from

bund

• Drum storage of flammable liquids

Leakage/fire Persons in the vicinity, environment, property, equipment

• Drum to be labelled with contents

• Oil delivery Leakage/fire Persons in the vicinity, environment, property, equipment

• All fill points, valves/gauges must be inside the bund

• Automatic cut off points should be installed on delivery points

• Follow suppliers documented delivery procedure

• Gas storage Fire/explosion Persons in vicinity, property, equipment

• Purpose built storage in open air away from any work activities

• Steel fencing 2m (minimum) high • Protect from extreme temperature • Flammable gases should be stored

separately from oxygen cylinders • Place signage ‘Highly Flammable LPG’,

‘No Smoking’ or ‘No Naked Lights’

NB: Read Parts A–D and select only those activities which apply


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR FIRE (Part B)



B. MANAGEMENT ACTIONS – Controls to be in place and the toolbox talk must be given before work starts

• Storage of petrol in small containers

Fire Persons in the vicinity, property, equipment

• Only minimal amount of petrol should be stored and must be kept in a metal bin or cupboard away from other flammable materials

Metal containers must: • Have a capacity of no more than 5 litres • Be stoppered to prevent leaks of liquid or

vapour • Be marked ‘petroleum spirit highly

inflammable’

Plastic containers must be: • Made of safe materials, suitable for such

use • Have a capacity of no more than 5 litres • Prevent leakage of liquid or vapour • Marked up with the manufacturer’s name

and hazard sign • Marked with the words ‘petrol’ and ‘highly

flammable’ • Marked with the capacity in litres • A foam or dry powder extinguisher must

be readily available

• Cutting metal using abrasive wheels, i.e. grinder/disc cutter

Fire/burns Operator, property, equipment

• Consider hot works permit and appropriate extinguisher may be required

• Paint/thinners storage

Fire Persons in vicinity, property, equipment

• Limit total quantity to less than 50 litres in separate containers and store in a cupboard or bin

• Place signage ‘No Smoking’ or ‘No Naked Lights’

• Cutting/burning using LPG

Fire/explosion Persons in vicinity, property, equipment

• See risk assessment RAG013 – ‘Using oxy-acetylene burning equipment’


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR FIRE (Part C)



C. MANAGEMENT ACTIONS – Controls to be in place and the toolbox talk must be given before work starts

• Gas storage Fire/explosion Persons in vicinity, property, equipment

• Purpose built storage in open air away from any work activities

• Steel fencing 2m (minimum) high • Place signage ‘Highly Flammable LPG’, ‘No

Smoking’ or ‘No Naked Lights’

• Use of electrical equipment

Fire/electric shock Operators, property, equipment

• Ensure that portable appliance testing (PAT) is carried out annually and include static electrically driven equipment in both yards and offices

• Fixed installations to be inspected and tested every 5 years

• Use of heaters


• Replace naked flame and radiant heaters with fixed convectors

• Use of smoke detector in changing/drying room

• Use of cooking stores


• Use of smoke detector in kitchen/cooking area

• Provide fire blanket adjacent to cooker

• Maintenance Fire Persons in vicinity, property, equipment

• Check emergency lighting regularly • Test smoke detectors and replace batteries if

necessary as soon as possible

• Fire prevention Fire if prevention not carried out

Persons in vicinity, property, equipment

• Training in use of fire extinguishers • Enforce no smoking policy • Appoint fire warden • Have any central heating systems serviced

annually • Carry out six-monthly check of all

precautions and record in managers review (safety file, section 5e)


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR FIRE (Part D)



D. MANAGEMENT ACTIONS – Controls to be in place and the toolbox talk must be given before work starts

• Fire fighting

Death, burns, injury, suffocation, smoke inhalation

Those fighting fire • Ensure there is sufficient fire equipment of the correct type; clearly identified with suitable signage above them

• Train staff to use extinguishers • Place portable fire extinguishers in

suitable locations on brackets securely fixed to the wall

• Service extinguishers annually • Do not obstruct/cover extinguishers

• Evacuating building

Fire

Persons in building

• Ensure that escape routes have adequate signage and lead to place of safety

• Have means of raising the alarm • Designate muster point(s) • Appoint fire warden • Provide secondary lighting for escape route • Keep all gangways and escape routes

free from obstruction • Ensure that all fire doors are kept clear,

clearly labelled and self-closing devices are working

• Have fire safety signs and fire exit notices which can easily be seen, including ‘fire action’ notices

• Display fire instructions/evacuation procedure on location health and safety notice board

• Carry out and record annual fire drill • Have arrangements in place for disabled

persons working in or visiting the building


SIGNATURE OF MANAGER/SUPERVISOR: ……………………………………………………………….

PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………...


TOOLBOX TALK FOR FIRE

E. Instructions for employees Actions

DRUM STORAGE:

• No smoking • Foam fire extinguisher to be kept adjacent to tank(s) • In the event of a spilled diesel oil fire use a foam extinguisher(s) • Drip trays to be in place during decanting/use • Drums to be stored upright within a bund • Store empty drums away from full ones, and away from other wastes, especially combustible materials • Prevent oil entering drains etc., by using sandbags/earth • Never hose down, as oil and water will not mix • Clean up spillages immediately with oil absorbing material, which should be disposed of as waste oil • Check tank levels before delivery to prevent overfilling • Follow suppliers documented delivery procedure

CUTTING METAL USING ABRASIVE WHEELS, I.E. GRINDER/DISC CUTTER:

• If petrol driven, ensure there are no leaks • Ensure that sparks do not fall onto clothing • Do not use near flammable gases/liquids or where batteries are being charged • Work away from or remove any flammable materials before starting work

OIL DELIVERY:


GAS STORAGE:

• Keep full and empty cylinders apart • Store upright

STORAGE OF PETROL IN SMALL CONTAINERS:

• A foam or dry powder extinguisher must be readily available • Prevent leakage of liquid or vapour • Only minimal amount of petrol should be stored and must be kept in a metal bin or cupboard away from other

flammable materials

PAINT/THINNERS STORAGE:

• Ensure area for dispensing/cleaning of equipment is free of flammable materials/sources of ignition • Lids to be kept on all containers • Empty containers to be removed from site

CUTTING/BURNING USING LPG:

• See risk assessment RAG013 – ‘using oxy-acetylene burning equipment’

GAS STORAGE:

• Protect from extreme temperature • Flammable gases should be stored separately from oxygen cylinders • Keep full and empty cylinders apart • Store upright

STORAGE OF BOARDS:

• Do not stack boards or timber too close to the building • Ensure other combustible materials, (e.g. waste paper) are stored away from boards

/cont.

NB: Use only those topics which apply


TOOLBOX TALK FOR FIRE (cont.)

USE OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT:

• Ensure correct fuses are used, NEVER replace with incorrect fuses

USE OF HEATERS:

• Keep any combustibles materials, i.e. papers, clothing away from ignition sources

USE OF COOKING STOVES: • Ensure that cooker is switched off after use • Keep combustible materials away from hot surface • Use fire blanket adjacent to cooker if required

MAINTENANCE:

• Immediately report to your line manager if you suspect that the smoke detectors need batteries replacing

FIRE PREVENTION:

• Do not store combustible materials underneath staircases • Keep all means of escape (passages, doorways etc.,) free from obstruction • Keep workplace clean and tidy of combustible materials • Prior to leaving premises, ensure all windows, doors are shut • Switch off all machinery and equipment that does not need to be left on • Check known sources of ignition are clear of combustible materials, i.e. cookers/heaters • Keep combustible materials away from electrical equipment, i.e. light bulbs and fittings • Instruct staff that only trained personnel are to service electrical/heating equipment

FIRE DETECTION/FIRE FIGHTING:

• Do not cover or obstruct portable fire extinguishers at any time • In the event of detecting a fire, raise the alarm by any possible means including by shouting ‘Fire, Fire, Fire!’ • Do not tackle the fire, unless you feel confident to do so • Use the portable fire extinguishers placed on the brackets on the wall • If this is not possible, leave the building as quickly as possible

EVACUATING BUILDING:

• Proceed directly to the designate muster point(s) • Once there, report to the appointed fire warden • Make use of the secondary lighting for escape route • Keep all gangways and escape routes free from obstruction • Ensure that all fire doors are kept clear, clearly labelled and self-closing devices are working

NB: Use only those topics which apply


TOOLBOX TALK FOR FIRE We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

NAME SIGNATURE





DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR NOISE




• Working in noisy areas, e.g. cutting boards using electric saw

Temporary or permanent loss of hearing Mental/physical stress

Anyone likely to be exposed to loud noise

• If possible, substitute noisy processes with quiet ones

• Ensure that hearing protection is provided and used for all operations including high noise levels

• Seek advice from business health and safety adviser in any case of doubt

• ‘Ear protection zones’ must be set up in areas around electric saw benches

• Provide training on how to use ear protection



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........

TOOLBOX TALK FOR NOISE

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Must wear ear protection for noisy work, e.g. use of electric saw to cut boards, cutting tubing with Stihl, using

electric drill to install ties • If not sure about noise levels consult supervisor or business health and safety adviser • Always wash hands before inserting ear plugs • If wearing re-useable type plugs clean regularly with soap and water/disinfectant


TOOLBOX TALK FOR NOISE


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DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR LOADING/UNLOADING VEHICLES WITH EQUIPMENT




• Manual handling of materials

• Stabilising and securing loads

• Mounting/ dismounting trailers

• Loading/unloading in public places

• Unstrapping/ unroping loads

• Management of vehicle arriving with unstable load

Those associated with incorrect manual handling techniques Loads falling/hitting operatives Property and equipment damage, electrocution Collapsing of materials Materials falling from lorry in transit Falls from height. Being struck during loading/unloading operations Striking the public Being struck by passing vehicles Equipment falling from vehicle Ropes/straps laying on ground

Those engaged in loading and unloading lorries, others in the vicinity and the public Site personnel

• Cranes, forklifts, lorry mounted loaders to be regularly maintained, tested and examined as per statutory requirement and records of Harsco Access Services equipment kept in safety file

• To be read in conjunction with risk assessment for ‘vehicle movements in yards’ (RAG002)

• Company vehicles and vehicles hired to us, to have current certification for lorry mounted cranes, slings, chains etc., and driver’s competency to operate same in the cab

• If needed, use risk assessment for ‘working on lorry and trailer beds’ (RAG027)

• Personnel to be trained in manual handling, i.e. SGB film ‘Making LITE of Loads’

• Those operating any mechanical equipment must be trained, over 18 and must be authorised to use it

• Slinging operation must only be carried out by trained persons

• Open sided vehicles to be provided with side parts and where practicable handrails

• Ensure persons loading/unloading are competent to do so



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR LOADING/UNLOADING VEHICLES WITH EQUIPMENT

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Load/unload manually only if practical to do so, preferably use mechanical handling, i.e. forklift, crane, HIAB

• If too heavy, get help • Maintain good housekeeping to reduce handling accidents through trips and falls • Clear the route to be taken to and from the lorry of any obstacles/debris • Those operating any mechanical equipment must be suitably trained and authorised to use it • All lifting equipment should be inspected before use and if defective removed from service • Beware of overhead obstructions, power cables, pipe work, etc. • High visibility clothing to be worn by all working in and visiting yard • Loads from depots should be securely banded before loading then stacked on battens of sufficient length,

alternatively loads should be contained in stillages/bins or on pallets. Webbing straps must then be used to secure the load to the lorry

• Whenever possible, side posts must be used, certainly for return loads from site. Posts are only to be moved when it is impractical to load or unload with them in situ, and then replaced as soon as possible

• For return loads, tubes should be bundled safely in their lengths whenever possible and secured with webbing straps before loading. Webbing straps are then used to secure the load to the lorry bed

• Personnel should not mount trailers unless it is absolutely necessary and take extreme care in adverse weather conditions

• To limit pedestrian movement around vehicle develop an adequate safe working area by using: 1. Temporary barriers 2. Warning signs

• If load seems unsafe, do not unload vehicle, return to sender

• Avoid manually unloading vehicle

• Keep others not involved clear of vehicle


TOOLBOX TALK FOR LOADING/UNLOADING VEHICLES WITH EQUIPMENT


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DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR USING GEORGE FISCHER TUBE CUTTING MACHINE




• Unbanding the steel banded materials

• Transferring of unbanded tube to the cutting machine

• Operating the tube cutting machine

Bundle collapsing/bands springing apart

Injury due to improper manual handling

Injury from improper use

Those within range of collapse or in close proximity to band cutting

Those lifting and others within lifting radius

Machine user

• See also risk assessment for steel banding/unbanding of materials (RAG008)

• Only trained personnel to use the machine

• Provide suitable gloves

• Observance of proper manual handling techniques

• Inspect machine daily for damage and defects

• Ensure that the machine is 110-volt or protected by ‘residual circuit device’ (RCD)

• Provide eye and ear protection, gloves and safety boots

• Defects to be repaired as soon as possible, and prevent use until done

• Ensure that guards are in place and in good condition

• Ensure signs are posted for eye protection and guards on the machine to be in place



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR USING GEORGE FISCHER TUBE CUTTING MACHINE


Actions

• Before commencing work check the following:

THE MACHINE

• Inspect machine daily for damage and defects

• Defects to be reported immediately, and do not use it until fixed

• Disconnect from mains before cleaning

• All guarding to be in place and properly positioned

• The on/off switch functions smoothly/easily accessible

• Plugs and cables are free from defects

• Clean swarf from the machine regularly when at rest, using a brush

THE WORK AREA

• The immediate area is clear of debris


• Use steel bin for off-cuts

• Keep area free from grease and oil

USING THE MACHINE

• Wear eye and ear protection, gloves and safety boots

• Remove burrs from cut tube ends


TOOLBOX TALK FOR USING GEORGE FISCHER TUBE CUTTING MACHINE


NAME SIGNATURE





DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR SCAFFOLD TUBE STRAIGHTENER




• Straightening tubes

Various bodily injuries

Untrained personnel/others in the immediate vicinity

• This has the potential of being a high risk operation so selection of personnel is a key factor

• Instruct operator to inspect machine before each use

• Repair any defects as soon as possible, and prevent use until done

• Machine not to be used by any person under 18 years of age

• Ensure adequate lighting



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........

TOOLBOX TALK FOR SCAFFOLD TUBE STRAIGHTENER

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Only trained and authorised personnel to use the machine • Machine user to inspect daily before use • Defects to be reported immediately and repaired • Must not be used if defective • Machine to be level, stable and securely anchored • Work area to be sufficiently barriered off • Machine not to be operated by anyone less than 18 years of age • PPE should be worn – gloves, ear/eye protection, safety boots and safety helmet • Work area must be kept clear to enable safe handling of tubes • Floor of work area to be kept tidy • There must be adequate lighting • The machine should be regularly serviced/inspected and withdrawn from use if faulty

/cont.


Cont.

• Only slightly bent tube to be put through the machine • Tube that is badly bent, partially cut, flat, pinched, (i.e. generally not round) should not be put through the

machine • Switch off and isolate before any adjustment, repairs or to free any jammed material

TOOLBOX TALK FOR SCAFFOLD TUBE STRAIGHTENER


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DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING ON LORRY TRAILERS AND BEDS




• Mounting/ dismounting lorry trailers and beds

• Working on lorry

trailers and beds with mechanical handling (crane, forklift or lorry mounted loader such as HIAB or Palfinger)

• Connecting the

airlines and electrical suzies between the tractor and trailer on articulated vehicles

Falls from height Slips trips and falls Being struck during loading or unloading operations

Lorry drivers, yard staff and others assisting in loading and unloading

• Instruct personnel to avoid mounting trailers/beds unless it is absolutely necessary

• If necessary to access trailers/beds, ensure safe means of access with suitable handrails and footholds

• For smaller vehicles (up to 7.5 tonne), provide handrails at 1 metre (for vehicles supplied after 2008)

• For larger vehicles, ensure as much preparation as possible at ground level

• Never permit standing on loads on backs of vehicles, use ladders which are secured to hook/unhook slings/chains

• Any holes or broken slats in the bed must be repaired



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING ON LORRY TRAILERS AND BEDS


Actions • Place preliminary spacers onto lorry bed from ground level • Whenever possible place spacers for the next bundle of materials on top of the bundle being lifted. This reduces

the necessity to climb onto the vehicle • Do not stand on top of loads that are on the vehicles, use secured ladders to hook/unhook slings/chains • Where appropriate guardrail systems should be used or other means to mitigate consequences of a fall, e.g.

inflatable airbags • Personnel should not mount trailers/beds if snow or ice are present, or other weather conditions prevent safe

working • Use secured or footed ladder or steps aid climbing. Maintain three points of contact • Ladders to be carried on all Harsco Access Services large trailers • Do not jump from the lorry or load • Wear suitable safety footwear • Clean up slippery surfaces (oil, grease, mud, etc.) • Any holes or broken slats in the bed must be reported • Keep the lorry tidy (spacers, ropes etc.) to avoid creating tripping hazards • Wear high visibility clothing and safety helmet • Trained banksmen to signal when it is safe to raise or lower loads of material • Operators of mechanical handling equipment must wait for the banksman’s signal • When manually loading equipment onto forks of forklift truck, position forks over edge of lorry bed • Take up a safe position to prevent being struck by swinging loads (crane) or by the forklift • When remote control is being used to operate the lorry mounted loader the isolation button must be activated to

prevent inadvertent movement of the jib when bending over loads to place and remove slings and chains, etc. • When lifting materials up with crane or lorry mounted loader, take the weight of the load and ensure that the

slings and chains or load are not snagged before lifting away


TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING ON LORRY TRAILERS AND BEDS We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

NAME SIGNATURE




Section 6 – Part B









Part B – Site Activities – All Businesses

Ref No. Title

RAC100 Employing young persons on sites

RAC101 General scaffolding operations

RAC102 Protection of the public and others

RAC103 Fan protection over roadways and footpaths

RAC104 Working on structures that may become unstable

RAC105 Using a gin wheel and rope

RAC106 Demolition works scaffolding

RAC107 Edge protection

RAC108 Working near fragile material

RAC109 Working adjacent to railway or rail premises

RAC110 Power line crossings

RAC111 Confined space working

RAC112 Suspended or hanging scaffolds

RAC113 Working near/on overhead travelling cranes

RAC114 Dismantling damaged or partially collapsed scaffolding

RAC115 Temporary roofs (designed)

Ref No. Title

RAC116 Fixing corrugated iron sheets to temporary roofs

RAC117 Fixing/removing of debris netting or plastic sheeting

RAC118 Erecting/dismantling scaffolds with lift heights over 2m

RAC119 Scaffolding using mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs)

RAC120 Working in lift and riser shafts

RAC121 Working over or adjacent to deep water

RAC122 Working near hoists

RAC123 Adverse weather

RAC124 Working in dusty conditions

RAC125 Scaffolding over shallow water

RAC126 Working in poor lighting conditions

RAC127 Working in roof spaces

RAC128 Working above or adjacent to machinery or plant

RAC129 Working in sewage contaminated conditions

RAC130 Asbestos ancillary works

Revised January 2008 Safety Manual – Section 6 – Part B – Site Related – Page 74 RAC100

DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR EMPLOYING YOUNG PERSONS (Under 21 years of age) ON SITES



A. MANAGEMENT ACTIONS – Controls to be in place and the safety talk must be given before work starts

• General yard working

• Manual handling

• Vehicle movements

• Machinery operation

• Banding operations

• Loading operations

• Painting

• Noisy activities

• Working in adverse weather

• Keeping work area tidy

Mishandling causing injury

Being struck

Various machinery related injuries

Cuts, other injuries caused by misuse

Unstable loads, falling off vehicles

Vapours, fire, eye/skin damage

Hearing loss


All activities – young persons/others

• Induction training to include risk assessment to be given and induction form completed

• Young person to see relevant safety films (see SHE 22 in Harsco Access Services safety manual section 2)

• All PPE to be issued and instructions given in its use

• No machinery to be used unless fully trained and authorised and over 18 years of age

• Other hazardous yard activities, e.g. paint spraying NOT to be carried out by young persons

• Young persons not to drive forklift trucks unless over 18 and fully trained and qualified with proof of training

• If scaffolding trainee, Harsco Access Services Trainee scaffolder procedure to be followed in full

• Ensure young person is familiar with first aid procedures and accident reporting



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


SAFETY TALK FOR EMPLOYING YOUNG PERSONS ON SITES

B. Actions by all Harsco Access Services employees and persons under the age of 18

• Wear appropriate PPE (including high visibility, etc.)

• Ensure tidy and clear work area at all times

• Do not drive ANY vehicle unless trained/authorised (18 and under not permitted to drive any vehicle)

• No machinery to be used unless trained/authorised (18 and under are not permitted to use machinery)

• Stacking of materials only to be done after training given

• No paint spraying by young persons

• Hearing protection to be worn if instructed

• Be mindful of activities during adverse weather conditions

• Report any unsafe conditions and any accidents or injuries to the yard manager

SAFETY TALK FOR EMPLOYING YOUNG PERSONS ON SITES

We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of these safety instructions. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

NAME SIGNATURE


NOTE TO MANAGER, SUPERVISOR OR FOREMAN WORK MUST NOT START UNTIL CONTROLS ARE IN PLACE AND THIS SAFETY TALK



DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR GENERAL SCAFFOLDING OPERATIONS A. MANAGEMENT ACTIONS – Controls to be in place and the toolbox talk must be given before work starts



• Delivery of materials

Being struck by vehicle or passing vehicles

Public/contractors/ scaffold team

Others working below who may be struck by falling materials

• Ensure delivery arrangements are understood by site team

• Provide barriers and signs to protect others

• Manual handling of materials

Back injury, muscular strains and sprains, hernia, cuts/bruising

Crushing

Scaffold team

• All team to have seen SGB manual handling film ‘Making LITE of Loads’

• Ensure trainees understand correct handling techniques

• Use correct gloves

• Materials

Possible scaffold failure. Fall of men and materials

Scaffold team/user

• Sub-standard materials to be isolated by supervisor and returned to depot

• Manager to report sub-standard materials using ‘defective products’ form

• Working at height erecting and dismantling either tube or fitting or CUPLOK® scaffolding, roofing systems

Falls of men and materials

Unstable structure

Scaffold team

Others working below who may be struck by falling materials

• When carrying out any scaffold beam work where beams have to be straddled, double lanyards must be issued and used

• Manager and supervisor to regularly visit site to check compliance with SG4:05 and risk assessment

• Manager and supervisor to check scaffolding built to design and that there are no changes unless agreed by a competent person

• Incomplete platforms

Fall of men and materials

Scaffold team/ contractors/users/ public

• Ensure team has supply of Harsco Access Services red ‘scaffold incomplete’ tags

• Post erection Adapting scaffold Scaffold team/ contractors/users/ public

• Ensure Harsco Access Services tagging system is in use, e.g. green tag only when scaffold is safe to use

Interference by others causing fall of men and materials

Scaffold team/ contractors/users/ public

• Advise client in writing of interference using Harsco Access Services scaffold interference form

/cont.


RISK ASSESSMENT FOR GENERAL SCAFFOLDING OPERATIONS (cont.) A. MANAGEMENT ACTIONS – Controls to be in place and the toolbox talk must be given before work starts



• Working at height erecting, dismantling scaffolding

Fall of men and materials

Scaffold team/ contractors/public

• Provide job health and safety check pads and ensure they are completed by leading hands. When doing additional works, major alterations or dismantling

• Ensure areas of work are barriered off

• Work near to road way

Struck by moving vehicles

Scaffold team • Ensure barriers are in place to protect workforce

• Rescue of someone who has had a fall when harness is attached to anchor point

Suspension trauma

Injury to those carrying out rescue

The faller

Those carrying out a rescue

• Note any specific rescue arrangements on the pre-start risk assessment

• Refer to Harsco Access Services

procedure

NB: Where completed, a copy of the site survey form must be attached



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........

TOOLBOX TALK FOR GENERAL SCAFFOLDING OPERATIONS

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Keep work area tidy and maintain access • Gloves, safety boots and helmet to be worn • Wear safety harnesses at all times and clip on as per SG4:05 • Do not carry materials up or down ladders • Check materials fit for use prior to use, particularly boards/ladders • Work of a minimum of four properly supported boards and minimum of single guardrail on non-working lifts • Progressively fix ladders • Always fully close board base lift when working over public • Be aware of adverse weather conditions • Before cutting/banding etc., ensure that materials will not spill out • Do not turn boards with debris on them • Clip on safety harnesses while passing/lowering materials to ground • No throwing of materials – it is dangerous and illegal • Barrier off below if others are working in the vicinity • Do not overload scaffold and or protection fans with dismantled equipment • Ensure you understand rescue arrangements for this project


TOOLBOX TALK FOR GENERAL SCAFFOLDING OPERATIONS We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

NAME SIGNATURE





DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE PUBLIC AND OTHERS


HAZARDS AT RISK CONTROLS


• Loading/unloading vehicles

• Erecting/dismantling scaffolds pitched from pavement level

• Leaving scaffold accessed from pavement at days end

Being struck by passing vehicles

Personnel carrying out the loading/ unloading

• Ensure that any design or drawing is followed or any changes are agreed with a competent person

• Erect adequate barriers and warning signs diverting the public into a temporary route away from the area where scaffolding works are being carried out (consultation with local authority may be required)

• Erect scaffold fan as soon as practicable (if site survey concludes that a fan is required), just allowing sufficient opening for safe operation of rope and wheel

• Consider quiet time working

• Check whether the pavement can be closed with agreement of local highways authority?

• Ensure a job health and safety check is carried out before any alterations or dismantling

• Carry out regular visits to ensure work is progressing safely

• Ensure that all scaffolders are competent to carry out work

Striking the public The public and co-workers

Carrying materials

Hitting passing vehicles, public

The public and co-workers

Damage

Fall of materials from scaffolds

The public and co-workers

Scaffold collapse The public

Slips/trips, falls and striking of public

The public

Harsco Access Services personnel

Unauthorised persons gaining access to scaffold and getting injured/entering property

General public and children in particular



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


NOTES: • If the Harsco Access Services site survey establishes that a fan is required to give protection

to others during our own works it should be priced into the quote. However, if the client says that they do not want a fan to give protection once the scaffold is handed over, we will have to cover the costs ourselves.

TOOLBOX TALK FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE PUBLIC AND OTHERS

B. Instructions for Employees Actions • Remove means of access to scaffold from pavement level or barrier off access

• At low-level face fitting bolts away from possible contact with public or cap or wrap them

• Do not introduce trip hazards, i.e. misplaced sole boards/protruding braces

• Remove surplus materials from pavement at day’s end

• Maintain a high level of housekeeping

• Do not overload the scaffold or store materials on fan

• Before dismantling, team leader to carry out a job health and safety check to see that the scaffold is safe to work on and that it is sufficiently braced and anchored to the building

• Progressively anchor scaffold to building with erection of scaffold

• Build exactly to drawing. If for whatever reason this is not possible the designer must be consulted

• Fix plastic sheeting/debris netting progressively

• Materials must not be bombed (dropped) or thrown

• Raise or lower the materials mechanically or pass them, i.e. chaining

• Do not overload the scaffold with materials

• Do not stack materials above height of toe boards

• Do not leave materials standing upright, unsecured, on working lifts

• Use purpose made fitting bag for raising and lowering fittings

• Select with care and barrier off sufficient area to enable a safe zone for raising and lowering materials

• Check gin rope and wheel

• Close board, using double boards and plastic sheeting, and toe board first lift above pavement

• Do not let materials protrude into the highway. Use a co-worker as lookout to ensure roadway/footpath is clear before moving long tubes etc., if there is a likelihood of striking pedestrians or vehicles

• Persons carrying materials at shoulder height to keep end of tubes/boards tilted down behind them to avoid causing injuries to others (in some situations two people may be needed to carry longer materials, e.g. station concourses)

• Erect adequate barriers and warning signs diverting the public into a temporary route away from the area where scaffolding works are being carried out

• Only trained and authorised personnel to use lifting machinery – crane/lorry mounted loader, etc.

• Develop an adequate safe working area by use of the following:

1. Temporary barriers

2. Warning signs

3. High visibility clothing


TOOLBOX TALK FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE PUBLIC AND OTHERS


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DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR FAN PROTECTION OVER ROADWAYS AND FOOTPATHS




• Erecting/dismantling fan over roadway

Working at height Scaffold team Scaffold team/public site operatives


• Erect adequate barriers and warning signs diverting the public into a temporary route away from the area where scaffolding works are being carried out (consultation with local authority may be required)

• Design input may be required; consult designer

• Ensure that a rescue plan is in place before work commences

• Ensure that all scaffolders are competent to carry out the work as detailed in the toolbox talk

Fall of materials

Collapse of fan/scaffold



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........

TOOLBOX TALK FOR FAN PROTECTION OVER ROADWAYS AND FOOTPATHS

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Splice jointed standards falling within fan level with butt and 2 swivels or 2 bands and plates or pins when using

CUPLOK®, to prevent uplift • Ensure that fan cannot be struck by passing vehicles (minimum of 6m above roadway) • Do not store materials on fan • Tie scaffold to building at fan level before erecting fan • Put in line of toe boards on outside edge of fan 1, 2, 3 high as appropriate and fix securely

/cont.


TOOLBOX TALK FOR FAN PROTECTION OVER ROADWAYS AND FOOTPATHS (cont.)

• To prevent ricochet should any materials fall, the preferred option is to have any supporting spurs or braces beneath the fan

• When dismantling, remove boards as they are released to avoid wind displacement • When erecting, fix boards as they are placed • Erect fan as soon as practicable just allowing sufficient opening for safe use of rope and wheel • Erect adequate barriers and warning signs diverting the public into a temporary route away from the area

where scaffolding works are being carried out • Work to NASC guidance SG4:05 • For fans pitched off independent scaffolding, check that fan transoms are fixed to both ledgers of

independent before starting to dismantle • When dismantling, check ties and remove fan, before removing ties • Ensure job health and safety check is done by leading hand before any alterations or dismantling

TOOLBOX TALK FOR FAN PROTECTION OVER ROADWAYS AND FOOTPATHS


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DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING ON STRUCTURES WHICH MAY BECOME UNSTABLE




• Scaffolding works on structures which may become unstable

Total or partial collapse of structure

Company employees and others working in or on the structure

• Ensure that employees do not commence work until a report is received in writing from structural engineer on status of structure (i.e. no likelihood of collapsing on scaffold team whilst carrying out works to prevent further deterioration of structure) NB: If structure is reported as dangerous NO work is to be undertaken (i.e. risk of imminent collapse)

• Company designer and/or structural engineer to prepare written method statement to show safe sequence of work (including safe installation of scaffolding)

• In the event of any shoring or support required company designer to visit site and produce design drawing

• Select experienced scaffold team to carry out work in strict accordance with design (trainees are not to be included for this type of work)

• Scaffold team to have toolbox talk to ensure all members understand all aspects of safe methods of work

• Regularly inspect structure (at least hourly) to see if there is any deterioration in its integrity. If there is deterioration withdraw immediately to a position of safety and advise others who may be affected. Company management to seek further advice from structural engineer and company designer

• Rescue Total or partial collapse of structure, causing entrapment

Company employees and others working in or on structure

• Rescue/communication plan to be drawn up before work commences

• Liaise with local emergency services if necessary



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING ON STRUCTURES WHICH MAY BECOME UNSTABLE

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Cease work in adverse conditions, i.e. heavy rain or high winds • No vibrating equipment or heavy plant to operate in close proximity to the structure • Safety helmets to be worn at all times • Supervisors to ensure that no others are working in a way whereby the structure could be further weakened • Regularly inspect structure (at least hourly) to see if there is any deterioration in its integrity. If there is

deterioration withdraw immediately to a position of safety, advise others who may be affected and advise your supervisor or manager

TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING ON STRUCTURES WHICH MAY BECOME UNSTABLE


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR USING A GIN WHEEL AND ROPE




• Using a gin wheel and rope to raise or lower materials

Materials falling from rope causing injury to persons and damage to property

The gin wheel user, other site users, the public

• Ensure adequate barriers are provided to segregate the working area

• Only trained people to use gin wheel and ropes

• Gin wheels to be marked with identification number and safe working load (SWL)

• Gin wheels must have a thorough examination by a competent person every 12 months and a report issued

• Using a gin wheel and rope to raise or lower materials

Materials falling from rope causing injury to persons and property

The gin wheel user, other site users, the public

• Management controls to be in place and the toolbox talk must be given before work starts



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........

TOOLBOX TALK FOR USING A GIN WHEEL AND ROPE

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Never hang the gin wheel from a scaffold fitting • Top man to work with guardrail in place and if possible, a toe board • Take extra care in windy conditions – if too windy, stop work • Safety helmet and gloves must be worn • Only purpose made lifting bags or baskets to be used for raising fittings • Ropes (18mm diameter) to be in good condition and fit snugly in wheel • Figure of 8 knot to be used to prevent rope going completely through wheel • Load bearing fitting to be placed each side of gin wheel on support tube • The gin wheel must be suspended from its supporting tube no more than 750mm from the scaffold /cont.


(Cont.)

• Scaffold to be tied in on the lift directly below where wheel is positioned • The gin wheel supporting tube must be secured at two points using load bearing fittings only, i.e. two

standards or two ledgers. Where a joint occurs on the inside standard between the supporting tube and the working platform a sleeve coupler should be used, (or splice joint with butt tube + two swivels or band and plates

• Carefully select a safe working area whereby co-workers and public are not at risk, and barrier off • Gin wheels and ropes must be inspected prior to use • Ensure the wheels are in good condition, corrosion free, free running and that split pins are in place and

undamaged (nails are unacceptable) • Make sure loads are properly secured; use the rolling hitch knot for tubes and timber hitch for boards. When

raising/lowering an even number of tubes or boards use a half hitch as well to improve grip • The maximum amounts of material to be lifted or lowered:

• 2 boards of any length • 1 tube up to 6.4m (21ft) • 2 tubes up to 3m (10ft) • 3 tubes up to 2.4m (8ft)

• Remove any obstructions, i.e. transoms from route of travel of rope • Never stand directly under the load, and concentrate at all times • When lowering materials ensure that the person below is holding the rope and ready to receive them

TOOLBOX TALK FOR USING A GIN WHEEL AND ROPE


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR DEMOLITION WORKS SCAFFOLDING




• Erecting and dismantling scaffold for demolition works

Scaffold collapse due to:

• Scaffold abuse, i.e. overloading, removal of ties, unauthorised alteration of scaffold

• Demolition of too much of the building structure leaving too much scaffold free-standing above last tie point

• Being struck by crane, other vehicles

• Reduced strength of building structure to sustain ties loads of scaffold

• Damage from falling debris

• Falling materials

Scaffold team site workers/public

• Select scaffold personnel carefully for work on such sites – no one under 18 years old and no inexperienced trainees (minimum part 1 and assessment made) are to be used

• Stress to client that loadings must be observed and scaffold respected

• Inform client that no other person should alter the scaffolding

• Require client to provide copy of demolition method statement and check that it only permits loads within scaffolding capacity. NB – Do not provide checks for dropping demolished material – protection checks are only for light debris (dust and very small stones)

• Inform client in writing of any scaffold abuse

• Job health and safety check (SHE 18 in section 2) to be carried out before any alteration or dismantling



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........

NB: Copy of site survey form (SHE 17 in section 2) must be attached


TOOLBOX TALK FOR DEMOLITION WORKS SCAFFOLDING


Actions

• Do not work directly below any gas cutting operations where falling dross can cause burns

• Keep clear of areas where such cutting is taking place, avoid in particular inhaling the fumes

• Report immediately any near misses (see specific risk assessment)

• Vacate area if debris starts raining down, do not re-enter area until assured it is safe to do so by someone in authority

• Beware of unstable structures

• Fans and/or protected walkways to be erected in high risk areas

• Scaffolds to be cleaned off before dismantling

• Loose demolition debris to be removed by contractor from any remaining steelwork and leading edges

• Before entering an area look up to make sure no demolition work is being carried out above

• Look out for broken boards and replace if necessary damage before commencing dismantling – leading hand to carry out job health and safety check (SHE 18)

• Inspect scaffold to ensure there has been no unauthorised alteration or damage before commencing dismantling

• Scaffold to be cleared of all debris before dismantling begins

• Check ties and braces are in place before starting to dismantle

• Scaffold to be progressively dismantled, no scaffold to extend vertically more than 2 x 2m lifts unsheeted or 1 x 2m lift sheeted above the last level of positive tie

• Alterations to be made by Harsco Access Services only

• Report any interference or scaffold abuse to site management and your site services manager


TOOLBOX TALK FOR DEMOLITION WORKS SCAFFOLDING


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR EDGE PROTECTION




• Erecting/dismantling edge protection

• Edge protection using MEWP

• Fixing butts and puncheons to steelwork using a MEWP

• Fixing butts and puncheons to steelwork using aluminium mobile tower (BOSS)

• Fixing butts and puncheons to steelwork using ladders

• Fixing butts to steelwork using crane and man-rider

• Fitting guardrails

• Working in areas where ice and snow are present or in the rain, wet or windy conditions

Falls from height due to lack of existing edge protection, open spaces, voids, fragile materials, working off ladders

Falls from height of men and materials

Tower failure

Manrider striking steelwork

Fall of men and materials, unsafe installation

Slips, trips and falls, and possible resulting fall of equipment

Anyone leaning on edge protection once installed

Erection team, other site workers, public

Anyone working near walking by the edge protection once installed

• Ensure that all stagings, running lines and guardrails are available to site team before work on-site begins

• Carry out site safety check (SHE 17) and take account of it in provision of equipment

• For open steelwork discuss the possibility of attaching guardrails to the steel before it is hoisted into position

• Consider manual handling – use aluminium instead of steel if possible

• Develop safe system of work for placing lightweight stagings, running lines and guardrails

• Safety netting may form part of the fall protection system but only where height is sufficient and there are no obstructions

• Design input may be required as guardrail protection must provide resistance to static loads and be sufficient to support a person leaning on the protection or provide a handhold when walking beside and arrest a person who is walking or falling towards the protection

• Rescue plan to be in place and discussed before work starts

• See specific risk assessment ‘adverse weather’ (RAC123)



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR EDGE PROTECTION

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Fall arrest equipment to be used, i.e. safety harnesses and running lines, SGB Mobile Anchor System

(consult user guide for applications) and safety nets where practicable

WHEN USING MEWPs • IPAF trained operators only to be used • Create exclusion zone using barriers and signage directly below where guardrails are being installed • Inspect area for overhead obstructions • Ensure ground is level and sufficiently compacted to take the weight of the MEWP, men and materials • Use adjustable or fixed length lanyard to act as work restraint (just long enough to allow comfortable

movement) when working in MEWP with articulated boom • Attach lanyard to designated anchor point in the machine • Do not attach lanyard to anything outside of the platform • Do not climb in or out of the platform to access steelwork • Do not exceed safe working load • Secure any lengths of tube longer than the MEWP platform • Position MEWP to be able to tighten up all bolts on the fitting

USING MOBILE TOWERS • PASMA trained operators only to erect • Observe safe working load • Use on unobstructed finished floor surface • Do not push tower along with someone or loose materials on the platform USING LADDERS • The use of ladders must be specifically risk assessed. Any work from ladders must be both low risk and

short duration • Foot or secure ladders • Fall arrest or running lines may be required as it is not possible to ensure three points of contact with the

ladder at all times • No materials are to be carried up ladders USING MAN-RIDERS • Trained banksman to travel in man-rider • Create exclusion zone using barriers and signage directly below • Observe safe working load • Do not carry any tubes that protrude extensively from the man-rider platform. Any tubes longer than the

platform will need to be secured SYSTEM OF WORK FOR ERECTING GUARDRAILS • Fit guardrails progressively working away from a position of safety • Use steel clamps (Gravlocks) to both flanges of the steelwork • Do not use single couplers • Achieve starting position of safety by building a lay down scaffold on which to store materials • Use crane, winch or gin wheel to get materials to lay down area • Use lightweight staging combined with horizontal running lines to traverse steelwork (follow manufacturers

instructions) • Fix third guardrail, if once the floor is laid the top guardrail ends up lower than 950mm above it


TOOLBOX TALK FOR EDGE PROTECTION


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DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING NEAR FRAGILE MATERIAL




• Working near fragile materials, i.e. fragile roofs, asbestos sheets, skylights, glass roofs

Fall of men or materials

Scaffold team, others working below

• Carry out site survey checklist (SHE 17 in section 2) – this is mandatory for this type of work. All equipment must be on-site before work begins

• Cover all roof lights progressively with stagings or secured boards, ensuring that either safety netting is below or roof trusses are checked out or as a last resort that the employee is securely anchored by means of a harness and lanyard

• Provide safety nets where possible and practicable using trained personnel before commencing work

• Rescue plan to be in place and discussed

• Check initially for all roofing lights. Roof lights are sometimes difficult to spot on sunshine or may have been painted over

• Ensure that any surface from which work is carried out is strong and stable enough to take imposed loads

• Consider the force of someone falling onto the surface

• Consider ageing effect and deterioration caused by weather and environment

• All scaffolding on roofs must have design input, do NOT carry out scaffolding on roofs unless a designer has given advice



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING NEAR FRAGILE MATERIAL

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Fragile materials must be covered or guard-railed off before any further work. Nets or secured harnesses

must be used to do this work • To avoid working close to fragile materials, guardrails can be erected at least 2m away and signage placed • Do not work directly on, pass across or from fragile materials, unless suitable platforms including guardrails

or coverings are provided • Fall arrest equipment to be worn when installing platforms or coverings • Do not store materials near/on fragile materials, consult with client to select areas capable of bearing

the load • Crawler boards must span purlins and be able to support men and materials and must have guardrails • Walkways to be wide enough to enable people to pass each other • Beware of slippery surfaces. Remember! Roof lights are difficult to spot in sunlight or may have been

painted over • Barriers and signage to be placed inside the building beneath the fragile roof areas being worked on • If necessary provide roof edge protection to prevent falls • Clip on to suitable anchor points while installing edge protection • Unless designed or part of a scaffold, e.g. independent, the guardrail itself will not be strong enough to serve

as an anchor point and should not be used as such • Prominent warning notices to be put in place if fragile materials are adjacent to guard-railed areas

TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING NEAR FRAGILE MATERIAL We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

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DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING ADJACENT TO RAILWAYS OR RAIL PREMISES




• Working on, or near, railway lines or premises

• Being struck by moving rail stock

• Electrocutions, burns from overhead lines or third rail

Scaffold team • Approved railway trainers must properly train all SGB personnel supervising and carrying out this type of work

Trained personnel to include:

• Controller of site safety (COSS)

• Personnel track safety (PTS)

• Signalman

• Lookout

• A permit to work from the client must be in place before work starts

• Ensure that a site survey check (SHE 17 in section 2) is carried out by a manager or supervisor before any work starts. The survey must be included in the risk assessment



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING ADJACENT TO RAILWAYS OR RAIL PREMISES


Actions

• No lone working – never leave your work station unless given permission by the COSS

• Only trained personnel to work on-site

• No young persons (under 21 years of age) to work on-site

• Observe all instructions

• Remain in designated areas

TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING ADJACENT TO RAILWAYS OR RAIL PREMISES


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR POWER LINE CROSSINGS




• Loading/unloading vehicles at roadside

• Erecting/ dismantling scaffolds and netting near to the carriageway

• Loading/unloading vehicles within 6m of overhead lines

• Erecting/ dismantling scaffolds within advised safety clearance

• Installing ground anchors/earth pins

• Public climbing scaffolds

• Protecting public from walking/ driving into scaffolds

• Erecting/ dismantling scaffolds

Being struck by passing vehicles

Striking the public

Contact with live overhead lines with scaffold materials crane/lorry mounted loader etc., leading to electrocution, equipment damage

Contact with live overhead lines or arcing leading to electrocution/falls, shock burns

Striking underground utilities/services

Falls from heights

Electrocution

Personnel carrying out the operation The public

• Ensure clients issue a permit to work and explain all controls

• Develop an adequate safe working area by use of the following; observe chapter 8 of ‘traffic warning signs manual’

• Site survey checklist (SHE 17 in section 2) to be carried out

• Consult line owners before starting work

• Lines to be dead whilst work in progress


• Lorry mounted loader arm to be fitted with height restrictor (consult manufacturer or supplier of vehicle)

• Lines to be switched out whilst work in progress and visible earthing in place

• Survey for underground cables (CAT)

• Obtain utility maps of area

• Local authority licence

• Rescue plan in place should someone fall

• Adequate washing and toilet facilities are to be provided

• To be carried out in conjunction with risk assessment for general scaffolding operations (RAC 101)

• All site personnel must be instructed on all site rules and risk assessment controls



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR POWER LINE CROSSINGS

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Fence off scaffolding areas and provide signs ‘Do not enter’ • Remove any access to first lift of scaffold at break times/end of the day’s work • Work to SGB4:05 as per training • Fully understand client’s ‘permit to work’ system • Take account of lorry mounted loader or crane jib extensions and lengths of scaffold materials being used

when assessing whether work is taking place within 6m of live cables • Only trained and authorised personnel to use lifting machinery, crane/lorry mounted loader, etc.


• Do not use ground anchors unless permitted by written permit to work or risk assessment

TOOLBOX TALK FOR POWER LINE CROSSINGS


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DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR CONFINED SPACE WORKING




• Working in confined spaces, e.g. closed vessels and tanks, large ducts, enclosed effluent drains and process vessels

Oxygen deficiency toxic atmosphere

Explosive atmosphere leading to asphyxiation, poisoning, explosion

All operatives working in a confined space

• Site survey checklist (SHE 17 in section 2) to be carried out

• Closed vessels and tanks, large ducts, enclosed effluent drains and process vessels are readily recognisable as confined spaces but any workplace in which gases and vapours accumulate, or where there is a shortage of oxygen, may be hazardous. This may include open topped tanks and vats, large diameter open ended pipe work, fabrications where heavier than air gases may be used, closed and unventilated rooms and enclosed work areas when welding or applying or using paints or solvents. The proximity of diesel-powered equipment could also create confined space conditions

• Carry out risk assessment/method statement and ensure workforce understand and comply with safe system of work identified

• Ensure all site personnel (including foreman/ supervisor) are trained formally in confined space work and hold valid training certificates

• If in doubt seek advice from the safety department • Emergency arrangements including rescue plan to

be in place and discussed before work starts • Where required by ‘permit to work’ risk

assessments monitoring equipment must be in place and used by a trained person

• Ensure an effective communication system is operational

• Ensure an effective system is in place to account for personnel

• Ensure adequate ventilation and PPE is in use



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR CONFINED SPACE WORKING

B. Instructions for employees Actions • All personnel must be fully trained, having attended a confined space-training course

• Follow ‘permit to work’ • Competent person in charge – no lone working! • Understand emergency arrangements • Set up communication between inside and outside of confined space (CS) • All persons accounted for at end of works • Evacuate immediately if dizziness and/or breathlessness is experienced or a general feeling of being unwell,

and seek medical attention • Persons entering CS to wear appropriate PPE as identified in risk assessment/method statement • Competent person to ensure access ways are kept clear • Do not take any gas cylinders into a CS (including oxygen)

TOOLBOX TALK FOR CONFINED SPACE WORKING We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

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DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR SUSPENDED OR HANGING SCAFFOLDS




• Erecting/ dismantling suspended scaffolds

Falls from height, falls of materials from height

Scaffold team and others who may be below


• Design input is required

• A rescue plan should a fall occur, must be devised before work commences

• Method statement to be prepared and communicated to the workforce

• Select personnel with care – no persons under 18 years of age

• Carry out a site survey checklist (SHE 17 in section 2) and ensure any matters identified are included in the controls

• Ensure barriers are provided as necessary to control entry to the zone below

• Ensure that supporting structure is able to take both the weight of the scaffolding and the loading intended to be placed on it

• Work to NASC Guidance SG4:05



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR SUSPENDED OR HANGING SCAFFOLDS

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Ensure that supporting structure is able to take both the weight of the scaffold and the loading intended to be

placed on it

• Work to NASC Guidance SG4:05 • Inertia reels fitted with a retrieval device will be required, follow manufacturer’s instructions • Ensure nobody is working directly below • Placement of barriers and signage may be required to provide an exclusion zone below where works are

taking place • No lone working

TOOLBOX TALK FOR SUSPENDED OR HANGING SCAFFOLDS


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING NEAR/ON OVERHEAD TRAVELLING CRANES




• Working near or on overhead travelling cranes

Electrocution/burns, etc.

Being struck by moving crane

Falls from height

Scaffold fouling crane’s route of travel

Fall of materials

Scaffold team

Damage to crane/ plant, injury to others if scaffold is damaged or collapses

People walking/ working below

• Ensure crane is isolated under a full permit to work system from the client

• Emergency rescue plan to be in place before work commences

• Carefully select personnel to undertake this type of work

• Design input may be required

• Ensure scaffold team leader holds a lock/key to the power isolation lock

• Before cancelling permit to work ensure that erected scaffolding will not foul crane or hit other equipment/objects if scaffolding is attached to crane

• Ensure barriers and signage available to demonstrate work area



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING NEAR/ON OVERHEAD TRAVELLING CRANES

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Crane must be isolated

• Permit to work system must be used with competent person. Ensure scaffold team leader holds a lock/key to the power isolation lock

• Wear safety harnesses and work to NASC Guidance SG4:05

• Erect barriers and place signage to prevent others entering area below where scaffold operations are taking place

TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING NEAR/ON OVERHEAD TRAVELLING CRANES


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DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR DISMANTLING DAMAGED OR PARTIALLY COLLAPSED SCAFFOLDING




• Dismantling damaged or partially collapsed scaffolding

Further/total collapse of insecure structure

Injury caused by the springing of components under tension

Scaffold team, public, property damage


• Thoroughly survey the scaffolding and formulate a risk assessment and method statement before starting work (adding to scaffold)

• Seek advice from design department

• Consider cutting out some sections and letting them fall. This will require strict control and segregation of the working area

• Select experienced scaffolding team – no trainees or labourers

• Carry out site survey checklist (SHE 17 in section 2)

• Inform local authority if pavement/highway is involved or at risk

• Give clear instructions to scaffolding team not to take an unnecessary risk, but to work safely an access every step

• Supervision to be in attendance for the whole duration of the work



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR DISMANTLING DAMAGED OR PARTIALLY COLLAPSED SCAFFOLDING


Actions

• Work to SG4:05 – selecting anchorage points with care

• Frequently re-assess the state of the remaining scaffold as components are removed and ensure it is sufficiently stable at all times

• Remove any Monarflex or debris netting with care as it may be holding loose members of the scaffold and other debris

• Users of any specialist equipment must have had appropriate training, i.e. MEWPs, cutting devices

• Secure area using physical barriers and signage to prevent access to other than those carrying out the work, i.e. exclude site workers, public, vehicles, etc.

• Wear PPE as identified by risk assessment

• Store any dismantled components well away from area being worked on

• Beware that some components may be under severe tension and may spring when released

TOOLBOX TALK FOR DISMANTLING DAMAGED OR PARTIALLY COLLAPSED SCAFFOLDING


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/cont.


Cont.

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DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR TEMPORARY ROOFS (DESIGNED)

ACTIVITY OR OPERATION HAZARD AT RISK CONTROLS


• Site investigation Those associated with work at height and lone working

Designer/estimator • Arrange with site occupier to visit site and make contact on arrival or notify of presence on-site

• Avoid lone visit to site if possible

• Complete site survey checklist (SHE 17 in section 2)

• Design input Misinterpreted requirements

Misinterpreted design

Scaffold team, contractors, public

• Ensure designer is involved and supervisor maintains regular communication with designer

• Erecting/dismantling Incorrect construction

Scaffold team, contractors, public


• Select scaffold team with care, trained experienced personnel, to erect and dismantle

• Appropriate training must be given on the manufacturers instructions/method statement for the roofing system being used (e.g. Haki/Coverspan)

• Take account of adverse weather (use RAC123)

• Carry out a further risk assessment for dismantling

/cont.


RISK ASSESSMENT FOR TEMPORARY ROOFS (DESIGNED) (cont.)




• Erecting/ dismantling

Manual handling of completed beam sections and other roofing components causing back injury, muscular strains and sprains, hernia, crushing, cuts/bruising

Falls

Scaffold team

Contractors

Property

• Plan the work


• See RAG004 ‘manual handling of materials and equipment’

• Ensure a rescue plan is in place

• Use mechanical lifting equipment whenever possible (if crane is used a lifting plan will be required so a competent lifting company should be used)

• Ensure frequent visits by supervisor


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TOOLBOX TALK FOR TEMPORARY ROOFS (DESIGNED)


Actions • Wear necessary PPE

• Scaffold to be built strictly to design, any deviation because of unforeseen circumstances to be discussed with design office and revised design drawn up

• When using roofing systems (e.g. Haki) follow manufacturers instructions/method statement

• Use mechanical lifting equipment whenever possible (if crane is used a lifting plan will be required so a competent lifting company should be used)


• All loose items to be secured as work progresses

• Stop work if wind threatens safe working

• Place physical barriers and warning notices

• Remove any ladders to prevent unauthorised access


TOOLBOX TALK FOR TEMPORARY ROOFS (DESIGNED)


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR FIXING CORRUGATED IRON SHEETS TO TEMPORARY ROOFS




• The placing and fixing of corrugated iron (CI) sheets

• The removal of CI sheets

• Handling CI sheets

Falling

CI sheets being blown away by the wind

Sharp edges on sheet

Scaffolders

Others who may be affected


• Carry out a site survey checklist (SHE 17 in section 2)

• Men fixing and laying the corrugated iron sheets must wear safety harnesses attached to inertia reels, which in turn must be anchored to points capable of withstanding the shock load of a falling body (10kN)

• To reduce trip hazards and entanglement, a maximum of four men to be engaged in the fixing and laying of the corrugated iron sheets

• Erect edge protection

• Ensure competent supervisor is on-site at all times

• A rescue plan, should a fall occur, must be in place before work commences



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ………………........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR FIXING CORRUGATED IRON SHEETS TO TEMPORARY ROOFS


• Work to NASC Guidance SG4:05 • The CI sheets must be appropriately weighted or tied down to prevent wind displacement, whilst awaiting to

be fixed in place or removal from site • Extreme caution to be observed when taking sheets from stack to point of placement (could be caught by the

wind) and when striking/removing from point of placement to stacking area • Sheets to be placed and immediately fixed on a progressive basis. When striking, sheets to be progressively

removed when released and taken to stacking area • No sheets to be left unfixed or not tied/weighted down at end of shift • Ensure correct spacing of purlins • Ensure correct fixings ‘J’ bolts or ‘Wiggley’ clips are properly used • Stop work if wind threatens safe working • Gloves to be worn

TOOLBOX TALK FOR FIXING CORRUGATED IRON SHEETS TO TEMPORARY ROOFS We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

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DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR FIXING/REMOVING OF DEBRIS NETTING OR PLASTIC SHEETING




• Fixing/removing debris netting or plastic sheeting

• Fixing debris netting or plastic sheeting in windy conditions

Falls from height

Scaffold collapse

Falls of equipment/ materials

Those engaged in the activity

Those in area of collapse

Site personnel and the public

• Ensure public/others below work are protected. Carry out site survey checklist (SHE 17 in section 2)

• Ensure with design office that the scaffolding is adequately tied for the extra wind loading imposed

• Trainees must not carry out this task unless: a) The trainee has had a minimum of six

weeks experience of site work and is assessed as being competent or

b) The platform is fully boarded with guardrails and toe boards

• Labourers must not carry out this task unless the platform is fully boarded with guardrails and toe boards and under supervision



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........

TOOLBOX TALK FOR FIXING/REMOVING OF DEBRIS NETTING OR PLASTIC SHEETING

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Trainees must not carry out this task unless:

a) The trainee has had a minimum of six weeks experience of site work and is assessed as being competent or b) The platform is fully boarded with guardrails and toe boards

/cont.


(Cont.)

• Labourers must not carry out this task unless the platform is fully boarded with guardrails and toe boards and under supervision

• Comply with NASC Guidance SG4:05

• Roll up dismantled netting/sheeting. Ensure you are aware of ladder openings when carrying netting

• Stop working if wind threatens safe working

• Ensure the material being fixed is adequately attached and that gaps in joined sections are insignificant/ non-existent

• Progressively fix/remove netting or sheeting to protect those below from falling debris or materials whilst scaffold is being erected

• Clip on harness prior to commencing to handle netting or sheeting and if windy, secure working boards

TOOLBOX TALK FOR FIXING/REMOVING OF DEBRIS NETTING OR PLASTIC SHEETING


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DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ERECTING/DISMANTLING SCAFFOLDS WITH LIFT HEIGHTS OVER 2 METRES




• Erecting scaffolds with lifts more than 2m in height (beyond arms reach)

• Dismantling scaffolds with lifts more than 2m in height (beyond arms reach)

Falls of men or materials

Scaffold team/site workers/public


• Scaffolds with a number of lifts over 2m in height will need design input

• A rescue plan should a fall occur, must be devised before work commences

• Work must be carried out by fully competent scaffolding team

• Ensure job health and safety check (SHE 18 in section 2) is completed for alternations/dismantling



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR ERECTING/DISMANTLING SCAFFOLDS WITH LIFT HEIGHTS OVER 2 METRES

B. Instructions for employees Actions ERECTING: • Throughout the erecting/dismantling process, NASC guidance note SG4:05 to be complied with • Put in temporary work platform at guardrail height of existing lift. This to include a minimum of four properly

supported boards and single guardrail to outside standards, stop ends and inside standards if someone can fall • Once the ledgers and transoms of the next lift has been fully erected, progressively raise the boards up from the

temporary platform and then dismantle the temporary platform except any guardrails that were installed, these to be left in for the total dismantling of the scaffold at a later date

/cont.


(Cont.)

DISMANTLING:


• At lift below the one being dismantled put in temporary work platform (as per erection stage of process)

• Dismantle lift above from the temporary work platform

• Dismantle temporary work platform once working platform above has been dismantled

• Repeat process until scaffold is dismantled

TOOLBOX TALK FOR ERECTING/DISMANTLING SCAFFOLDS WITH LIFT HEIGHTS OVER 2 METRES


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR SCAFFOLDING USING MOBILE ELEVATED WORK PLATFORMS (MEWPs)




• Receipt of machine

• Deciding on work area and route

• Access into platform

• Movement of MEWPs

• Positioning for work activity

• Raising platform (raising materials)

• Working from elevated platform to erect and dismantle scaffolding

• Lowering platforms

• Before working from elevated platform to erect and dismantle scaffolding

Failure at high levels, injuries, damage to property and plant

Ground conditions – look for trenches, soft ground services, etc.

Overhead conditions - look for power lines, cables, obstructions, etc. Slips, trips, falls

Loss of control, overturning of machine

Personal injury, damage to property and plant, falling materials

Personal injury, damage to property and plant, overturn of machine, fall of materials

Power failure or breakdown at high level

Operator, others in immediate vicinity

• Carry out site survey checklist (SHE 17 in section 2) before completing the risk assessment

• Ensure that IPAF trained and authorised persons only operate the machine

• Ensure that the whole of the work area is barriered and signage placed to prevent access below

• Pre-plan and clear area for safe access. Consult with client, use correct type of machine to match terrain

• Check for presence of overhead power lines and get written confirmation that they have been electrically isolated

• Ensure correct PPE (fall restraint with adjustable lanyard) is available

• Ensure powered access machine(s) to be used is maintained and inspection report is available

• Ensure equipment is available for isolating area of work from others

• Site service manager to carry out site survey checklist to help draw up the risk assessment



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR SCAFFOLDING USING MOBILE ELEVATED WORK PLATFORMS (MEWPs)

B. Instructions for employees Actions • IPAF trained and authorised persons only to operate the machine • Fall restraint equipment with an adjustable lanyard (adjusted as short as possible) to be worn and secured

if using boom type platform • Check the following before each use:

1. Tyres (damage, tyre pressure) 2. Hoses (leaks, damage) 3. Overall condition 4. Flashing light, reversing horn 5. Brakes

• Before travelling make sure platform is in the recommended travel position • Use grab rails to climb in and out of platform in its fully lowered position • Ensure treads are secure and free of oil, grease, mud, etc. • Ensure sliding guardrails are closed and secure • Ensure others are in a safe position and aware of intention • Keep all parts of your body inside platform, beware of sudden movements • Do not drive blind (use banksman) • Beware of thick gloves (sensitive controls) • Drive at slow speeds with low boom (observe training methods of operation) • Beware of high or gusting winds • Ensure a firm and level base. If equipped with outriggers/stabilisers ensure they are fully deployed (use

timber sole pads if required) • Ensure all round clearance for boom and counterweight • Ensure head clearance • Do not allow access below boom by others (tape off or barrier area and place signage ‘Men Working

Overhead’) • Beware of all round clearance, survey the area (360 degrees) before starting to raise the platform • Keep any equipment secure and within the platform • Do not overload machine • NB: MEWPs are not a lifting device • Do not raise materials by rope or hand line • Do not exceed the Safe Working Load (SWL) of the particular machine being used • Beware of electric leads, pipework, trunking, etc. • Do not exit from a raised platform • Do not tie to, or lean machine against the structure • Keep material tidy and secure • Do not stand on handrails to gain extra height • Do not use ladders or scaffold boards to gain extra height • Safety harness with restraint lanyard must only be attached to the designated anchor points provided in the

machine • Ensure others on-site know how to operate the emergency controls at ground level

OVERHEAD POWER LINES • DO NOT PROCEED WITHOUT SAFETY ADVICE • Assume all cables are live! • IF IN DOUBT DO NOT PROCEED


TOOLBOX TALK FOR SCAFFOLDING USING MOBILE ELEVATED WORK PLATFORMS (MEWPs) We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING IN LIFT AND RISER SHAFTS




• Erecting and dismantling scaffolding

Being struck by falling materials

Fire


Water in shaft posing threat of drowning and Weils disease

Scaffold team

Other trades working in shaft

• Carry out a site survey safety checklist (SHE 17 in section 2) and use in risk assessment

• Co-ordinate works with principal contractor • Approved rescue plan to be in place before

work commences • Principal contractor to pump any water out

of shaft before work commences and give written assurance that Weils disease is not present

• Use only competent team (no trainees) • Ensure scaffolding team follows SG4:05

Unsafe scaffold Scaffold team and users

• Build scaffold to approved design or BS EN 12811 or Work at Height Regulations 2005, or CUPLOK® Manual

• Alterations to be made by scaffolders only

Unsafe atmosphere Scaffold team and users

• See risk assessment ‘working in confined spaces‘ (RAC111)



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING IN LIFT AND RISER SHAFTS

B. Instructions for employees Actions • During scaffolding operations, trained and experienced scaffolders only, to work in shaft • Use site permit to work if available • Safety helmets must be worn

/cont.


(Cont.)

• Floor to ceiling barriers at all levels (i.e. lift shaft lobbies), alternatively protection decks directly above where works are being carried out

• No work to be carried out in lift motor room unless written permit to work with any necessary isolation of machinery

• No lone working • Minimum of two men to be in shaft • Fully toe board scaffold • Do not store materials above toe board level • Before dismantling team leader or foreman to carry out a job health and safety check (SHE 18 in section 2) • No other trades to be working in shaft during scaffolding • No hot works, e.g. using power tools • No smoking • Appropriate fire extinguisher available • Avoid use of halogen lights • Work to NASC Guidance SG4:05 • Ladders to be introduced as soon as possible during erection and removed as late as possible during

dismantling • Secure all short boards (less than 2.13m long) to prevent tipping and movement

TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING IN LIFT AND RISER SHAFTS


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING OVER OR ADJACENT TO DEEP WATER




• Working over or near water, i.e. docks, wharves, lakes, ponds, reservoirs, rivers, streams, swimming pools, holding tanks, the sea

Drowning

Contaminated water

Weils disease/ leptospirosis

Fatigue/hypothermia from falling in the water caused by:

• Falls from height, trips and slips

• Being knocked over by moving objects (crane loads)

• Loss of balance (high winds)

• Swell from passing water borne traffic (the wash)

• Slipping on sludge left on tubes/boards when scaffold has been submerged by high tide

Scaffold team • When carrying out any scaffold beam work where beams have to be straddled, double lanyards must be issued and used

• Rescue plan to be in place, discussed and recorded before work commences

• Fall arrest equipment, i.e. harnesses, working to NASC Guidance SG4:05

• Safety nets where possible/practicable • Life jackets/buoyancy aids to be worn and

compatible with the wearing of safety harnesses • Life buoy with 30m minimum length of rope • Rescue lines in floating canvas bag with

30m line • Rescue boat required for work over, or adjacent to

tidal water and fast flowing rivers and still water work where distance is greater than 5m to side or it is difficult to leave the water unaided

• Person handling the boat must be experienced and the boat seaworthy and equipped with grab lines and boat hooks

• Two-way radio between boat and shore/and phone to summon emergency assistance – contact numbers to be available before work commences

• Selection of personnel – can they swim? Are they comfortable working over water? Are they fit enough?

• Instruct personnel on what they should do if they fall in the water (i.e. remove spanners, boots, etc.)

• Advise on precautions to take and systems of Weils disease/leptospirosis

• First aider should be available • No lone working (minimum of three men)



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING OVER OR ADJACENT TO DEEP WATER

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Fall arrest equipment, i.e. harnesses, working to NASC Guidance SG4:05

• Life jackets/buoyancy aids to be worn and compatible with the wearing of safety harnesses

• Person handling the boat must be experienced and the boat seaworthy and equipped with grab lines and boat hooks which must be on standby and manned at all times when work is taking place

• Two-way radio between boat and shore/and phone to summon emergency assistance – contact numbers available before work commences

• No lone working (minimum of three men)

TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING OVER OR ADJACENT TO DEEP WATER We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING NEAR HOISTS




• Working near hoist Being struck by moving hoist/ entrapment in moving parts

Scaffold team • Ensure site survey checklist (SHE 17 in section 2) has been completed and is included in risk assessment

• Ensure that hoist is isolated if during erection or dismantling operations materials or men are likely to enter hoist way. Competent person of scaffolding team to have own lock/key to isolated power source

• If hoist way is adequately fenced to prevent men/materials being struck by hoist then isolation may not be necessary

• Ensure no part of hoist or any load can strike any of the scaffolding team



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING NEAR HOISTS

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Ensure once erected scaffold is complete that it does not foul the hoist. Any component parts of the scaffold

should be at least 1m away


TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING NEAR HOISTS


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ADVERSE WEATHER




• Working in high winds

• Working in areas where ice and snow are present

Falls of men and equipment

Handling materials


Scaffold team, other site workers, public

In some cases, i.e. exposed scaffolds, readings may need to be taken using anemometers and the guidance is as follows:

• 16m/s (35mph) possible to walk along the scaffolding but not safe to work on a completed scaffolding

• 11m/s (25mph) one off emergency work only from completed scaffolding

• 8m/s (18mph) is the limit for general scaffolding

• 7m/s (11mph) is the maximum limit for working with sheeting or roof panels, temporary roof systems or wire suspended scaffolds or cables

• Working in the rain/wet conditions


Scaffold team, other site workers, public

• Ensure that surfaces are not slippery, in particular access ladders/stairways and working platforms

• Working in hot/sunny conditions

Sunstroke/sunburn

Heat stress

Skin cancer dehydration

Scaffold team, other site workers

• Use RAG020 ‘sun protection’

/cont.

NB: Delete all adverse weather conditions that are not applicable


RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ADVERSE WEATHER (cont.)


• Working in cold conditions

Tissue damage

Hypothermia

Frost bite – parts of the body usually affected are fingers, hands, toes, feet, ears and nose

Workers are at increased risk if they have cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, are taking certain medication (check with doctor), are in poor physical condition, have a poor diet or are older

Scaffold team, other site workers

• Only carry out work in extreme cold (less than 0˚C) in emergencies following further assessment

• Ensure an adequate supply of warm clothing, gloves, people and provisions

• Rotate personnel

• Grit work areas



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR ADVERSE WEATHER

B. Instructions for employees Actions • When working in high winds, work on completed platforms only. Check with supervisor • Take care when handling scaffold boards and corrugated iron sheets and ensure that materials are

secured against being blown away • Ensure that materials that are likely to be lifted by the wind are made secure before going to break or at the

end of play (even when conditions are fine at time of leaving, the weather is not so predictable nowadays) • If too windy cease work or work on the lee side of the building if possible • Wait for snow and ice to melt • Grit work areas • Do not work on any platforms that are not fully boarded and guard railed where ice and snow are present • Wear appropriate clothing • Do not simply turn over snow or ice covered boards (can be more dangerous)

Consider the following:

• The type of work (it is not advisable to work on temporary roofs if wet), some materials are very slippery to walk on and handle (including tools) when wet

• The lighting conditions and rain distorted image through raindrops falling on someone’s glasses

/cont.


(Cont.)

• Select right clothing for cold, wet and windy conditions • Take frequent short breaks in warm/dry shelter to allow body to warm up • Work during warmest part of the day • Avoid exhaustion or fatigue • As a minimum work in pairs • If the weather conditions pose a threat to health and safety then stop work (i.e. not thermal discomfort and

exposure to rain which can be dealt with by PPE)

TOOLBOX TALK FOR ADVERSE WEATHER


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING IN DUSTY CONDITIONS




• Working in dusty conditions

Inhalation of dust leading to lung damage and long term illness

Dust and foreign bodies entering and irritating eyes

Poor visibility

Scaffold team

All Harsco Access Services staff

• Manager/supervisor should identify duct and assess consequences to health

• Check first with client that duct is not asbestos (refer to guidance RAC130)

• Only use respirators to work in known dust conditions and only in emergencies

• Obtain information from client if type of duct is not known

• Do not work in unknown dust conditions



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING IN DUSTY CONDITIONS

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Identify dust involved and continue to issue appropriate respiratory protection. Never work in areas that are or

may be contaminated with asbestos containing materials

• Wait for dust to settle

• Remove dust before entering work area

• Dust to be dampened down, e.g. site roadways in summer

• Scaffolds to be cleaned off before dismantling

• For any residual dust or wind blow dust, eye and RPE protection may be required


TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING IN DUSTY CONDITIONS


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR SCAFFOLDING OVER SHALLOW WATER




• Working in shallow water

Drowning

Contaminated water

Weils disease/ leptospirosis

Fatigue

Scaffold team • Ensure water course is not tidal; check on levels of water

• Obtain local weather forecast to ascertain likelihood of rain in case of flooding and raised levels

• Plumb depth of water before commencing work

• Provide life jackets/buoyancy aids if there is any risk of increased depths of water

• Ensure adequate PPE, e.g. waders for very shallow water

• Carry out job health and safety check (SHE 18 in section 2) for any alterations or dismantling

• Only enter shallow water if no risk of disease

• Advise on precautions to take and symptoms of Weils disease

• First aider should be available

• Washing facilities need to be readily available

• Monitor workforce for symptoms of fatigue



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR SCAFFOLDING OVER SHALLOW WATER

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Life jackets/buoyancy aids to be worn at risk assessors discretion

• Life buoy with 30m minimum length of rope to be available

• If working in streams or rivers etc., beware of heavy rain causing ‘flash floods’

• No lone working (minimum of three men)

• First aider should be available

• Telephone to summon emergency assistance (ensure that area where work is taking place has good reception)

• Do not smoke, eat or drink before washing hands and cover any cuts with waterproof plasters

• Any waders or Wellington boots worn are to have steel toecaps

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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING IN POOR LIGHTING CONDITIONS




• Working in poor lighting conditions

Slips, trips, falls and other accidents due to inadequate lighting (natural or artificial)

Lighting failure

Fires

Scaffold team, property

• Ensure that client has provided general and access lighting

• Ensure that there is adequate lighting for the job (low voltage only, not mains power)

• Ensure that access/egress and walkways are adequately lit at all times of work

• Ensure job health and safety check (SHE 18 in section 2) is carried out before the start of each work period

• Ensure emergency communication



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING IN POOR LIGHTING CONDITIONS

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Do not work if light is inadequate

• Task lighting to have regular portable appliance testing (PAT) – low voltage only – not mains supply

• Avoid creating trip and slip hazards when routing cables

• Should lighting fail, do not leave area if there is a high risk of accident, i.e. pitch black boiler chamber

• Allow time for eyes to adjust to lower lighting levels before evacuating the area

• Carry a means of communication, i.e. radio or telephone

• Use of halogen lights needs special consideration – keep well away from combustible materials

• Unplug halogen lights when work is finished or when leaving area for any length of time


TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING IN POOR LIGHTING CONDITIONS


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING IN ROOF SPACES




• Working in roof spaces

Oxygen deficiency, toxic atmosphere, explosive atmosphere leading to asphyxiation, poisoning, explosion

Scaffold team • Permit to work system may be required including testing of the atmosphere

• See risk assessment ‘working in confined spaces’ (RAC111)

• Check for any asbestos contamination (see risk assessment guidance RAC130)

• Carry out risk assessment/method statement and ensure workforce understand and comply with safe system of work identified

• Ensure adequate ventilation (fans or removal of some roof sheets after consultation with client)

Dusty atmosphere Scaffold team • Wear appropriate respirator (dust mask) – see risk assessment ‘working in dusty conditions’ (RAC124)

Contaminated foreign bodies causing eye injuries

Scaffold team • Eye protection may be required

Excessive heat/humidity

Scaffold team • Take temperature readings using wet bulb globe thermometer

• Select personnel fit enough to work under such conditions

• It may be necessary to have a ‘work rest’ regime (this is where working time is limited to set periods of time interspersed with periods of rest, dependant on heat and humidity readings)

• Rest area may be required



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NB: Delete all hazard conditions that are not applicable


TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING IN ROOF SPACES

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Competent person in charge – no lone working!

• Wear appropriate PPE

• Ensure adequate lighting

• Wear appropriate respirator (dust mask)

• Eye protection may be required

• Take temperature readings using wet bulb globe thermometer


• Ensure suitable drinks are available

• Retire to a place of safety if feeling unwell due to bad/hot atmosphere and seek medical advice

TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING IN ROOF SPACES


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING ABOVE OR ADJACENT TO MACHINERY OR PLANT




• Working above or adjacent to machinery or plant

• Contact or entanglement with the machinery, i.e. cooling fans, rollers

• Being struck by ejected parts from machinery of material being cut, i.e. sparks and debris from grinder/disc cutter

• Trapping between the machine and any material or fixed structure, i.e. hoist

• Impact/crushing, i.e. moving plant

• Noise induced hearing loss

• Inhalation of fumes

• Falling materials

• Excessive heat/humidity

Scaffold team, possible damage to plant or machinery, loss of production

• Carry out site survey checklist (SHE 17 in section 2)

• Discuss with client if machine needs to be shut down and isolated to ensure safe working. If yes adopt permit to work system and team leader to have own lock for ‘locking out’

• Noise survey may be required and as a result ear protection worn

• Confirm that no noxious fumes or anything likely to effect health does not emanate from the plant or machinery, particularly when working above it

• Select personnel fit enough to work under such conditions


• Ensure job health and safety checklists (SHE 18 in section 2) are carried out before every work period

• Rest area may be required

• Ensure suitable drinks are available



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING ABOVE OR ADJACENT TO MACHINERY OR PLANT

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Segregate plant/machinery by erecting physical barriers or screens, i.e. enclosing hoist, excluding vehicles

and others not involved in scaffolding works from area whilst work in progress

• Place safety netting, debris netting or protection scaffold over plant/machinery or whatever is agreed as being appropriate

• Take temperature readings using wet bulb globe thermometer to assess temperature and humidity


• DRINK WATER REGULARLY

• Retire to a place of safety if feeling unwell due to bad/hot atmosphere and seek medical advice

TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING ABOVE OR ADJACENT TO MACHINERY OR PLANT


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR WORKING IN SEWAGE CONTAMINATED CONDITIONS


HAZARD AT RISK MANAGEMENT CONTROLS


• Carrying out works in sewage contaminated areas or handling contaminated equipment and materials

1) Gastroenteritis –characterised by cramping stomach pains, diarrhoea and vomiting

2) Leptospirosis – flu-like illness with severe headache transmitted by rat urine. Damage to liver and kidneys may occur and can be fatal

3) Hepatitis – characterised by inflammation of the liver and jaundice

4) Occupational asthma – attacks of breathlessness, chest tightness, wheezing

5) Skin/eye infections

6) Allergic alveolitis – inflammation of the lungs with fever, breathlessness, dry cough, aching muscles and joints

Scaffolders working in sewage treatment works

Yard staff handling contaminated equipment

Rovacabin staff carrying out maintenance on toilet units

• Ensure that all staff have received up to date and relevant training

• Ensure that adequate PPE is available for the task, e.g. face visors if possibility of splashing

• Prior to start of work obtain detailed information on the required precautionary measures from the client or occupier of the premises – ensure that this information is communicated as part of the pre-start toolbox talk

• Ensure that welfare facilities to be provided are adequate, e.g. showers if heavy contamination is likely

• Ensure that whenever possible contaminated equipment is cleaned on site before return to yard/depot

• Ensure that adequate first aid facilities are provided

• Ensure adequate lighting and ventilation in work area

• Ensure job health and safety checklists (SHE 18 in section 2) are carried out before every work period



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING IN SEWAGE CONTAMINATED CONDITIONS

B. Instructions for employees’ hazards – gastroenteritis, leptospirosis, hepatitis, occupational asthma, skin/eye infections, allergic alveolitis (lung infections)

Actions • PPE provided to be worn at all times • Thoroughly wash hands using soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking • Keep any cuts, scratches or wounds covered • Avoid wiping face with contaminated hands or gloves • Clean any contaminated equipment thoroughly before it leaves site • Avoid breathing in dust or spray • Change out of contaminated clothing before eating, drinking or smoking • Seek medical advice if any skin problems occur • Bag up any contaminated clothing and wash separately • Consult doctor if any flu-like illness or fever especially if headaches also occur • Seek medical advice if any persistent chest symptoms occur

TOOLBOX TALK FOR WORKING IN SEWAGE CONTAMINATED CONDITIONS


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ASBESTOS ANCILLARY WORKS




• Erection and dismantling of scaffolds forming part of the framework and or support for an asbestos enclosure (asbestos ancillary works)

Asbestos contamination. Inhalation of asbestos fibres leading to long term health problems, i.e. mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis

Scaffold team and others in the area

• Work to company ‘asbestos ancillary works procedure documents and guidance (issued July 2007) available from the safety team

• Notify local director and regional safety adviser of any planned works

• Only authorised depots/businesses are permitted to undertake this work (see procedure)

• Only those who have attended an annual 1-day course ‘asbestos awareness for scaffolding managers and supervisors’ arranged by the company can only supervise this type of work

• All scaffolders must have attended an annual ‘asbestos awareness course’ arranged by the company

• Site survey safety checklist to be carried out (SHE 17 in section 2)

• Establish type(s) of asbestos involved

• Notify HSE on Form ASB5 a minimum of 14 days prior to commencement of work

• Scaffolders to work in ‘clean conditions’ only, i.e. not in live areas where asbestos removal is taking place

• Check asbestos fibre monitoring has taken place and obtain copies of reports for job file

• Any contaminated area to be cleaned by the licensed asbestos contractor and air re-sampled and a four-stage clearance certificate issued prior to commencement of work

• Medical examinations of scaffolders at least every two years

/cont.


RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ASBESTOS ANCILLARY WORKS (cont.)



• Erection and dismantling of scaffolds forming part of the framework and or support for an asbestos enclosure (asbestos ancillary works)

Asbestos contamination. Inhalation of asbestos fibres leading to long term health problems, i.e. mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis

Scaffold team and others in the area

• Follow plan of work and specific risk assessment in completed asbestos procedure document

• Erection and dismantling of scaffolds

Asbestos contamination

Scaffold team • Tube and fittings only to be used (not CUPLOK® or other system scaffolds). All scaffold tubes within the enclosure to be capped

• All exposed scaffold fittings within the enclosure to be sealed with adhesive tape

• Asbestos contractor to wrap all scaffold boards within the enclosure with polythene

• Any contaminated boards to be sprayed with PVA, wrapped and sealed by the asbestos contractor and disposed of as contaminated waste

• Decontamination unit to be set up by asbestos contractor for shared use

• Asbestos contractor to remove tape from fittings and wrapping from around scaffold boards before dismantling starts

• No dismantling or adaptations to take place until asbestos contractor has thoroughly cleaned scaffold and given a four-stage clearance certificate

• Erection and dismantling of scaffolds

Falls Scaffold team • No dismantling to take place without first obtaining a written FOUR-STAGE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE from those tasked with air sampling and monitoring

• Waste disposal Asbestos contamination

Various people if proper disposal is not carried out

• As per toolbox talk



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Actions • All scaffolders must have attended an annual ‘asbestos awareness course’ arranged by the company

• Scaffolders to work in ‘clean conditions’ only, i.e. not in live areas where asbestos removal is taking place

• Scaffold team to stop work and immediately report any asbestos contamination or suspected contamination to client or site controller and proceed to contamination unit and put into effect decontamination procedure

• PPE – all scaffolders and supervisiors to wear: • Type 5 disposable overalls • Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) FFP3 during erection • Safety footwear • Safety helmet • Safety harness • Ear and eye protection if identified as a requirement by risk assessment • Scaffolders to have annual face fit and test • Training on use of decontamination unit on-site by asbestos contractor before work commences

• All scaffold tubes within the enclosure to be capped

• All exposed scaffold fittings within the enclosure to be sealed with adhesive tape

• Asbestos contractor to remove tape from fittings and wrapping from around scaffold boards before dismantling starts

• No dismantling or adaptations to take place until asbestos contractor has thoroughly cleaned scaffold and given a four-stage clearance certificate

• Men to work to NASC Guidance SG4:05 at all times

• All protective clothing to be disposed of as asbestos waste

• All waste to be placed in red asbestos sack and then into clear waste sack

• Place sacks into asbestos contractors skip • Ask if workplace has any ACM’s before starting work (e.g. demolition sites)

• Do not work in any area suspected of containing airborne asbestos fibres

• Do not disturb any ACM

• Work to company ‘procedure for erecting/dismantling of scaffolding which will be used by others for asbestos work’ revision 2 issued July 2007

• If unsure seek advice


TOOLBOX TALK FOR RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ASBESTOS ANCILLARY WORKS We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

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Section 6 – Part C









Part C – Individual Business Guidelines

Ref No. Title

RAH201 Cleaning Rollaroad

RAH202 Erecting and dismantling fencing (GS7 Panels)

RAH203 Loading electric MEWPs

RAH204 Unloading electric MEWPs

RAH205 Loading diesel MEWPs

RAH206 Unloading diesel MEWPs

RAH207 Powered access machines in yards

SGB EVENTLINK See separate business risk assessment guidelines

SGB FORMWORK See separate business risk assessment guidelines

SGB MASTCLIMBERS See separate business risk assessment guidelines

SGB ROVACABIN See separate business risk assessment guidelines

Revised January 2008 Safety Manual – Section 6 – Part C – Individual Business Guidelines – Page 146 RAH201

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DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR CLEANING ROLLAROAD




• Positioning of dirty cassette

• Using lifting equipment spreader bar

• Using cassette lifting equipment

• Fitting cassette lifting equipment to cassette

• Movement of cassettes around monorail

• Cleaning cassettes with high-pressure cold water sprays

• Movement of clean cassettes

• Stacking clean cassette onto clean stack

• Removing cassette lifting device

• Working in ice and snow conditions

• Daily pre-use inspection by user

• Forklift truck (FLT) movement

• Loss of load, personal injury

• High winds, swinging or turning of cassette

• High pressure cold water

• Dislodged mud and debris

• Personal injury (eyes and face)

• High winds, swinging or turning of cassettes, personal injury, slips, trips and falls, wet ground, mud on ground

• Slips, trips and falls, swinging cassettes, swinging chains, personal injury

• Wet components, hand injuries, slips, trips falls

• Electrocution, shock, burns, other injuries

Operators, others in immediate vicinity

• Manager to check if environmental licence allows cleaning of Rollaroad, i.e. contained sumps for contaminated water etc.

• Only trained drivers to operate FLT. Position cassette under the lifting area to prevent overreaching of the hoist

• Thorough examination to be carried out on all lifting equipment (every twelve months) and lifting accessories (every six months) and a report issued

• Repair any defective or damaged equipment, i.e. power cables, lifting equipment as soon as possible and prevent use until fixed

• Provide appropriate PPE

• Operator to be trained to use lifting equipment

• Manager to check if environment licence allows cleaning of Rollaroad, i.e. contained sumps for contaminated water etc.



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR CLEANING ROLLAROAD


Actions • Only trained drivers to operate FLT. Position cassette under the lifting area to prevent overreaching of

the hoist

• Inspect lifting equipment spreader bar, chains, hooks for evidence of damage, test free operation of safety hook retaining clip

• Inspect cassette lifting accessories and retaining locking pins for evidence of damage

• Wear appropriate PPE

• Ensure both ends of the cassette are entered and secure

• Fit retaining locking pins to both lifting accessories

• Cassettes must not be lifted without pins being fitted

• Ensure chain hooks are secure and safety clips are closed

• Beware of pull effect of hoist. Reduce effect by positioning hoist over cassette lifting points

• Enter cassette into guide rails before moving along monorail

• Access to working area to be restricted to the operative only

• Clean cassette from elevated platform using a downward motion, wear full-face visor (supplied). Keep visor clean, do not proceed to clean with others in the area

• Operators to wear waterproof clothing

• Check others area clear before using jet washer

• Ensure cassette remains in guide rails at all times during the operation

• Do not walk backwards, wear good safety footwear and safety helmet, clean ground area at regular intervals

• Beware of step down section, lower from a safe position

• Beware of slide effect of cassettes when lowering

• Use small hammer to tap out inserted lifting device if required

• Do not pull and tug at the inserts

• Use road salts in icy conditions, clear snow

• Inspect all equipment and electric cables daily

• Do not use if faults are found and report to manager

• Report any defects or damage to equipment, i.e. power cables, lifting equipment

• Remove hoist to safe position when not in use to avoid injury from hanging chains


TOOLBOX TALK FOR CLEANING ROLLAROAD


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ERECTING/DISMANTLING FENCING (GS7 PANELS)




• Lifting 38kg concrete base

• Lifting 33kg plastic base

• Handling fence panels

• Mechanical handling of fencing equipment

• Handling of fence panels and foot blocks

Injuries associated with poor manual handling, i.e. back injury, muscular strains and sprains, hernia, cuts, bruising, crushing

Cuts and puncture wounds from sharp/protruding parts

High winds

Use of mechanical handling equipment leading to personal injury and property damage

Unstable stacks of materials toppling over either from vehicle or at ground level

Those lifting blocks

Those handling fencing/public

Equipment users and others in the vicinity

Fencing team/others

• Carry out site survey safety checklist (SHE 17 in section 2)

• Ensure a safe system of placing materials for storage/erection to minimise risk to the public/others

• Ensure job health and safety check (SHE 21 in section 2) is done by team leader before commencing work period


• Select personnel to suit the task



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR ERECTING/DISMANTLING FENCING (GS7 PANELS)


Actions

• Ensure at all times that members of the public are not at any risk of tripping over/being struck by materials

• Use of good planning combined with mechanical handling whenever possible

• Wear appropriate gloves and safety boots

• Ensure lighting is adequate

• Select a route to be taken and clear away any obstructions if possible

• The lifting of blocks is a two man operation, so co-ordination is necessary

• Return panels to yard if their condition presents risk to others walking past or working nearby (sharp edges/broken welds

• Avoid working in high winds, if handling of panels becomes difficult or they are likely to collapse

• Do not fix debris netting/plastic sheeting to panels unless they are sufficiently braced to take account of the extra wind loading imposed (design input may be required)

• Panels to be fixed together, top and bottom using clamps provided

• Users of all mechanical equipment, i.e. HIAB, forklift must be properly trained

• Any lifting equipment and accessories must have current examination certification (including sub-contract vehicles)

• Those carrying out any banking or slinging must be properly trained

• Beware of overhead obstructions, i.e. cables (electrocution) and pipe-work

• Blocks to be delivered/transported in suitable containers whenever possible, i.e. bins

• Side posts on vehicle to restrain fencing panels

• Secure any unstable stacks of material and do not stack too high


TOOLBOX TALK FOR ERECTING/DISMANTLING FENCING (GS7 PANELS)


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR LOADING ELECTRIC MEWPs




• Position of low loader

• Lowering ramps (hydraulic or manual)

• Positioning of upper ramps

• Positioning of MEWPs prior to loading

• Attachment of chains front anchor points

• Play out winch wire using remote control

• Climbing into platform

• Loading machine

• Loading second machine

Hand injuries, slip, trips, falls

Slips and falls

Damage to plant or property

Operator, others in immediate vicinity

• All drivers must have IPAF certificates (including sub-contractors)

• Winches must be thoroughly examined and a report issued every twelve months which is to be kept in the location safety file section 7a

• Lifting accessories, e.g. shackles and chains, must be thoroughly examined and a report issued every six months, which is to be kept in the location safety file section 7a

• All vehicles to be safety maintained, including means of access to vehicle

• Ensure that winch/lifting accessories are visually checked before each use by the competent operator

• Ensure that any reported defects are remedied before the equipment is used again



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR LOADING ELECTRIC MEWPs

B. Instructions for employees Actions • HGV drivers only to operate • Position with use of banksman where possible • Ensure reversing alarm (where fitted) is working. Also ensure loading lights are working • Beware of overhead obstructions (power and telephone lines, pipework etc.) • If view is obstructed do not drive blind, use trained banksman • Position vehicle bearing in mind loading procedures (heights etc.) • Use marked loading bays if in Harsco Access Services yards • Adopt operating position (to one side) • Ensure area is clear at all stages of lowering • Beware of drain covers, ducts etc. • Beware of third party activities • Beware of slippery surfaces, oils, diesel, ice, snow, water etc. Use grit or sand if required • Wear suitable footwear and gloves. Thick gloves not recommended (sensitive controls) • Only trained persons to operate (IPAF current certificate) • Position platform to give clear view • Beware of wheel/ramp positions • Use full ramp where possible (both ramps) • Drive machine to run on section. Stop machine, and isolate with key (remove key) • Position chains so as not to cause a trip hazard • Check winch wire for sharp strands, wear suitable gloves • Beware of slippery surfaces, oils, diesel, ice, snow, wet conditions, use grit or sand if required • Walk facing the rear of the vehicle • Use grab handles to climb in and out of platform • Ensure treads are secure and free of oil, grease, mud etc. • Ensure guardrails are closed after entry • Position platform to give clear view of winch wire travel, and to clear ground when on incline (fall restraint

to be worn and attached) • Ensure others in vicinity are in a safe position and aware of intentions • Operator to be aware of overhead restrictions • Machine to operate in tandem with winch (electric machines) • Observe ramps and wheel base size • When positioned, isolate by key removal, exit platform by stair treads (ladder) • Secure machine to low loader by ratchet type straps • Pay out winch wire, using side divert block • Load second machine as per first machine • Operating keys must not be left in unattended plant


TOOLBOX TALK FOR LOADING ELECTRIC MEWPs


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DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR UNLOADING ELECTRIC MEWPs




• Positioning of low loader


• Unloading plant MEWPs

• Attachment of chains to anchor points


• Unloading machine MEWPs

Personal injury

Damage to property and plant

Head, back, hand injuries

Slip, falls

Personal injury

Damage to plant and property

Operator and those in immediate vicinity

• Only IPAF trained operatives to operate Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs) (including sub-contractors)

• Winches must be thoroughly examined and a report issued every twelve months, which is to be kept in the location safety file section 7a

• Lifting accessories, e.g. shackles and chains, must be thoroughly examined and a report issued every six months, which is to be kept in the location safety file section 7a


• Ensure that winch/lifting accessories are visually checked before each use by the competent operator

• Ensure that any reported defects are remedied before the equipment is used again



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........


TOOLBOX TALK FOR UNLOADING ELECTRIC MEWPs

B. Instructions for employees Actions • HGV drivers only to operate

• Position with use of trained banksman, where possible • Ensure reversing alarm (where fitted) is working, also ensure loading lights are working • Beware of overhead obstructions (power and telephone lines, pipework etc.) • If view is obstructed do not drive blind, use trained banksman • Position vehicle bearing in mind loading procedures (heights etc.) • Use marked loading bays if in Harsco Access Services yards • Adopt operating position (to one side) • Ensure area is clear at all stages of lowering • Beware of drain covers, ducts etc. • Beware of third party activities

• Attach winch wire to plant

• Pay out winch wire, using side divert block

• Beware of slippery surfaces on rear of lorry, i.e. oil, diesel, ice, snow etc.

• Wear suitable gloves, position chains to front of MEWPs beware of head and back injuries. Thick gloves are not recommended for sensitive controls

• Attach winch rope to chains, ensure safety clip is closed

• Use grabrails to climb in/out of platform, ensure treads are secure and free of oil, grease, mud etc.

• Ensure guardrails are closed after entry

• When on an incline, position platform so that the winch wire is both above the ground and clearly visible

• Fall restraint equipment should be worn and attached

• Ensure others in vicinity are in a safe position and aware of intentions

• Be aware of any overhead obstructions power/telephone lines, pipework etc.

• Operate machine in tandem with winch (electric machines)

• Observe ramps, and wheel base size of machine, use both ramps if possible

• Operating keys must not be left in unattended plant


TOOLBOX TALK FOR UNLOADING ELECTRIC MEWPs


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DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR LOADING DIESEL MEWPs






• Loading diesel MEWPs onto low loaders

Personal injury, damage to plant and property

Operator and those in immediate vicinity


• Side plates should be fitted to all vehicles

(including sub-contractors)



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........

TOOLBOX TALK FOR LOADING DIESEL MEWPs

B. Instructions for employees Actions • HGV drivers only to operate • Position with use of trained banksman where possible • Ensure reversing alarm (where fitted) is working, also ensure loading lights are working • Beware of overhead obstructions (power, telephone lines, pipework etc.) • If view is obstructed do not drive blind, use trained banksman • Position vehicle bearing in mind loading procedures (heights etc.) • Use marked loading bays if in Harsco Access Services yards • Adopt operating position (to one side) • Ensure area is clear at all stages of lowering • Beware of drain covers, ducts etc. • Beware of third party activities /cont.


(Cont.)

• Use grab rails to climb in/out of platform and ensure treads are secure, and free of oil, grease, mud etc. • Ensure guardrails are closed after entry • Test brakes for correct function response • Adjust platform level to allow for ascending ramp (fall restraint equipment should be worn and attached) • Ensure no overhead restrictions apply • Ensure others are in a safe position and are aware of intentions • If all above carried out, engage low gear and drive slowly onto vehicle, be observant of ramp and lorry edge • When positioned, switch off engine and remove key • Secure machine to lorry body ready for transportation

TOOLBOX TALK FOR LOADING DIESEL MEWPs


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR UNLOADING DIESEL MEWPs






• Unloading diesel driven MEWPs (unstrapping)


• Driving machine off transport

Slips, trips, falls

Personal injury, damage to property and plant

Those in immediate vicinity, or operator


• Operating keys must not be left in unattended plant




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B. Instructions for employees Actions • HGV drivers only to operate • Position with use of trained banksman where possible • Ensure reversing alarm (where fitted) is working, also ensure loading lights are working • Beware of overhead obstructions (power and telephone lines, pipework etc.) • If view is obstructed do not drive blind, use trained banksman • Position vehicle bearing in mind loading procedures (heights etc.) /cont.


(Cont.)

• Use marked loading bays if in Harsco Access Services yards • Adopt operating position (to one side) • Ensure area is clear at all stages of lowering • Beware of drain covers, ducts etc. • Beware of third party activities • Be aware of slippery surfaces on rear of lorry, i.e. oil, diesel, ice, snow etc. • Remove straps and stow away • Use grabrails to climb in/out of platform, ensure treads are secure and free of oil, grease, mud etc. • Ensure sliding guardrails are closed after entry • Position platform to give clear view (fall restraint equipment should be worn and attached) • Test brake function • Be aware of overhead restrictions • Engage low gear and move slowly off • Observe ramps and wheel base size • Park machine and remove keys • Use grabrails to climb out of plant

TOOLBOX TALK FOR UNLOADING DIESEL MEWPs


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR POWERED ACCESS MACHINES IN YARDS



A. MANAGEMENT ACTIONS – Controls to be in place and the toolbox talk must be given before work starts.

• Preparing to move plant for demonstration etc.

• Fuelling plant

• Climbing in and out of plant

• Movement of plant and elevating

• Lowering platform

Personal injury

Damage to property and plant

Skin and eye contact

Spillage/slips/falls

Fire

Slips and falls

Striking, overhead cables, power lines, obstructions, pedestrians

Operators and those in immediate vicinity

Those carrying out fuelling

• Trained personnel only to carry out inspections and test prior to use. Plant is not to be used if found to be defective

• Ensure a job health and safety check (SHE 18 in section 2) is carried out when demonstrations are planned



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........

TOOLBOX TALK FOR POWERED ACCESS MACHINES IN YARDS

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Operating keys must not be left in unattended plant • Trained personnel only to carry out inspections and test prior to use. Plant is not to be used if found to be

defective • Trained personnel to ensure that all safety instructions are on the machine and legible and that they understand

the instructions • Ensure that ground is suitable for demonstration and that the route is clear and there are no overhead

obstructions (power lines, BT cables, pipeworks etc.) • Ensure platform gates are closed /cont.


(Cont.)

• Observers are to stand clear and take up a safe position • Wear appropriate PPE which is to include gloves, wash off splashes from skin. Seek medical advice for any

contact with eyes • Clean up spillages as soon as possible (see risk assessment RAS307 – ‘vehicle fuels’) • No smoking or naked flame • Use grab handles to climb in and out of plant • Ensure treads are both secure and in place and that they are oil and grease free • Trained banksman to be used if vision is restricted • Use low gear and move slowly • Check for pot holes/obstructions and any overhead cables • Fall restraint equipment to be worn and attached if elevating above 2 metres • Outriggers to be used on sloping ground • Ensure ‘lower’ buzzer is operating and check area below is clear of people and obstruction

TOOLBOX TALK FOR POWERED ACCESS MACHINES IN YARDS


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Section 6 – Part D









Part D – Substances (Health Hazards)

Ref No. Title

ALL LOCATIONS

RAS301 Crown trade solvent based trim paints

RAS302 Diesel, DERV and gas oil

RAS303 Engine Hydrovane, two stroke and gear oils

RAS304 Hydraulic oil

RAS305 Power wash water softener

RAS306 Thinners

RAS307 Vehicle fuels

Ref No. Title

SCAFFOLDING SUBSTANCES

RAS308 Scaffeze plus Ecosafe®

RAS309 SGB security paints

FORMWORK SUBSTANCES

RAS310 Adolease premium chemical release agent

RAS311 Adolease concrete mould release agent

RAS312 Adostrike concrete mould oil

Revised January 2008 Safety Manual – Section 6 – Part D – Substances (Health Hazards) – Page 164 RAS301

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DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR CROWN TRADE SOLVENT BASED TRIM PAINTS




• Use of paints

• Inhalation

• Vapours may irritate the mucous membrane and the respiratory system and have adverse effects on the renal and central nervous system. Symptoms include coughing, headache, dizziness, fatigue, muscular weakness, drowsiness and in extreme cases loss of consciousness

• Skin contact

• May cause defatting of skin leading to dermatitis and skin absorption

• Eye contact

• Splashes in eye may cause irritation and reversible damage

• Ingestion

• May cause sore throat, abdominal pain, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea

• Fire

• Explosive atmosphere

• Storage

• Spillage

Rovacabin personnel

Environment

• Hand painting should be used wherever possible

• Paint spraying should be carried out in a designed and maintained spray booth where possible

• Respirators must be provided while spraying EN405:2001 FFA IP2D (order from PPE catalogue)

• Ensure that all employee instructions overleaf are complied with



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........


FIRST AID: Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, keep warm and at rest. If breathing stopped administer artificial respiration. Give nothing by mouth. If unconscious place in recovery position. Seek medical advice Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water or use proprietary skin cleanser. Do not use solvents or white spirit Eye contact: Remove contact lenses. Flush thoroughly with water for at least 10 minutes keeping the eyelids apart. If irritation persists or substance cannot be removed seek medical advice Ingestion: If accidentally swallowed do not induce vomiting, keep at rest, drink water or milk, seek medical attention immediately taking safety data sheet General: In all cases if symptoms exist, seek medical advice. Never give anything by mouth to unconscious person FIRE: Raise the alarm; only fight any fire if competent or trained to do so with foam, CO2 or dry powder extinguishers

TOOLBOX TALK FOR CROWN TRADE SOLVENT BASED TRIM PAINTS Flammable liquid and vapours. Inhalation of vapour may be hazardous. Avoid inhalation of spray. Possible irritant to eyes nose and throat. Prolonged skin contact may lead to defatting of skin, leading to dermatitis, oil acne or cancer. Product is flammable, fire point of not less than 66°C.

B. Instructions for employees Actions • If sprayed special precautions must be applied and the wearing of RPE (respiratory protection equipment) is needed (specialist advice may be required) • Hand paint or use roller whenever possible • Avoid contact with skin and eyes and vapour inhalation • Wash hands before eating drinking or smoking • Do not eat drink or smoke in areas of storage and use • Wear gloves or use barrier cream prior to commencing work and eye protection if risk of splashing • Wear coveralls or overalls • If sprayed and exposure cannot be controlled below occupational exposure limits using extraction then air

fed respiratory equipment should be used • For preparation work use wet sanding whenever possible • Do not use white spirit or other solvents for cleaning skin • No food or drink consumption at workplace • Foam, CO2 or dry powder extinguishers to be available • No smoking no naked lights • Prevent creation of flammable or explosive concentrations of vapour • Keep away from electrical equipment and heaters • Store between 5°C – 30°C in a dry ventilated place away from direct sunlight • Always store with lids on • Do not decant into or store in un-marked containers • Use sand or mineral absorbent materials to soak up spills • Prevent entering drains or waterways • Dispose of containers as controlled waste


TOOLBOX TALK FOR CROWN TRADE SOLVENT BASED TRIM PAINTS


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR DIESEL, DERV, GAS OIL




• Fuelling vehicles, heating systems and plant

• Inhalation

• Skin contact

• Eye contact

• Ingestion

• Fire

• Storage

• Spillage

Yard personnel

• Ensure compliance with RAS307 ‘risk assessment for vehicle fuels’ as applicable in particular storage arrangements




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FIRST AID: Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, administer artificial respiration. Give cardiac massage if necessary. If breathing but unconscious place in recovery position and seek medical assistance

Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water or with proprietary skin cleanser

Eye contact: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 10 minutes keeping eyelids apart

Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, wash mouth thoroughly with water and send to hospital immediately

General: If symptoms persist seek medical advice

FIRE: Raise the alarm, only fight any fire if competent or trained to do so using foam, CO2 or dry powder extinguishers


TOOLBOX TALK FOR DIESEL, DERV, GAS OIL Possible irritant to eyes nose and throat. Prolonged skin contact may lead to defatting of skin, leading to dermatitis, oil acne or cancer. Product is flammable, fire point of not less than 66°C.

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Wash hands before eating drinking or smoking • Correct PPE to include PVC gloves, overalls and eye protection if risk of splashing • Dry powder, foam or CO2 extinguisher to be available • No smoking no naked light • Store in a cool well ventilated area with ‘No Smoking No Naked Light’ sign where it can be seen • Always store with top on • Do not decant into or store in unmarked containers • Use sand or mineral absorbent material to soak up any spills • Prevent entering drains or waterways

TOOLBOX TALK FOR DIESEL, DERV, GAS OIL


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ENGINE, HYDROVANE, TWO STROKE AND GEAR OILS




• Lubrication of mechanical parts

• Inhalation

• Skin contact

• Eye contact

• Ingestion

• Fire

• Storage

• Spillage

Yard personnel

• Ensure materials are stored safely away from sources of combustion and away from fire exits


• Copy to branch/site safety file section 3a

• Copy of risk assessment to branch/site safety file section 6a



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........








TOOLBOX TALK FOR ENGINE, HYDROVANE, TWO STROKE AND GEAR OILS Product contains Hydrocarbons, which are an irritant to skin, eyes and the respiratory system. A suspected CARCINOGEN by inhalation. Used oil is CARCINOGENIC to skin.

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Wash hands before eating or smoking • Correct PPE to include PVC gloves, overalls and eye protection if risk of splashing • Do not keep oily rags in pockets • Dry powder or foam extinguisher to be available • No smoking no naked light • Store in a cool well ventilated area with ‘No Smoking No Naked Light’ sign where it can be seen • Always store with top on • Do not decant into or store in unmarked containers • Use sand or mineral absorbent material to soak up any spills • Prevent entering drains or waterways

TOOLBOX TALK FOR ENGINE, HYDROVANE, TWO STROKE AND GEAR OILS

We the undersigned have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR HYDRAULIC OIL




• Use in vehicles, forklift trucks, MEWPs and other hydraulic systems

• Inhalation

• Skin contact

• Eye contact

• Ingestion

• Fire

• Storage

• Spillage

Yard personnel

• Ensure materials are stored safely






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TOOLBOX TALK FOR HYDRAULIC OIL Product is combustible and will give off hazardous gases on thermal decomposition, which will include carbon monoxide. Do not attempt to fight any fire without the correct training and breathing equipment.

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Ensure good ventilation • Correct PPE to include PVC gloves, eye protection (if risk of splashing) and overalls • No smoking or naked light, wash hands before smoking or eating • Dry powder or foam extinguisher to be available • Store in a cool well ventilated area with ‘No Smoking No Naked Light’ sign where it can be seen • Always store with top on • Do not decant into or store in unmarked containers • Use sand or mineral absorbent material to soak up any spills • Prevent from entering drains or waterways

TOOLBOX TALK FOR HYDRAULIC OIL


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR POWER WASH WATER SOFTENER




• Cleaning vehicles with pressure washers/jet washers

• Inhalation

• Skin contact

• Eye contact

• Ingestion

• Storage

• Spillage

Yard personnel

• Ensure materials are stored in a safe place away from food preparation or eating areas






PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........






TOOLBOX TALK FOR POWER WASH WATER SOFTENER

Product is POISONOUS by ingestion. Corrosive to skin and eyes and will cause chemical burns.

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Correct PPE to include PVC gloves, eye protection, Wellington boots and waterproof clothing

• Wash hands before smoking, drinking or eating

• Always store with lid on

• Do not decant into or store in unmarked containers

• Use sand or mineral absorbent material to soak up any spills

TOOLBOX TALK FOR POWER WASH WATER SOFTENER


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR THINNERS




• Cleaning paint brushes and thinning paint

• Inhalation

• Skin contact

• Eye contact

• Ingestion

• Fire

• Storage

• Spillage

Yard personnel • Ensure that material is stored safely away from sources of combustion in a purpose built storage bin or area




• The suppliers are Meynell Paints Ltd. Emergency contact number 020 8550 9999



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........




Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, wash mouth thoroughly with water & send to hospital immediately




TOOLBOX TALK FOR THINNERS Product is flammable, harmful if inhaled, irritating to eyes and skin and narcotic. May cause dermatitis.

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Wash hands before eating, drinking or smoking • Correct PPE to include PVC gloves, apron or overalls and eye protection if risk of splashing • Use in areas with good ventilation • Do not use for cleaning skin • Dry powder or foam extinguisher to be available • No smoking no naked flames • Keep away from heaters and electrical equipment • Store in a cool well ventilated area with ‘No Smoking No Naked Light’ sign where it can be seen • Always store with top on • Do not decant into or store in unmarked containers • Use sand or mineral absorbent materials to soak up any spills • Prevent entering drains or waterways

TOOLBOX TALK FOR THINNERS


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RISK ASSESSMENT FOR VEHICLE FUELS




• Storage of diesel oil in tanks

• Fire/leakage Persons in the vicinity, environment

• Storage tanks must be clearly labelled with contents and volume

• Placed on concrete or brick cradles/other accepted method

• Protected from impact by vehicles • Situated in the open air clear of any

openings, windows or doors • Have a bund wall or pit or other means

capable of holding the contents of the tank plus 10%

• Be vented at the top • Foam fire extinguisher to be kept adjacent

to tank • Taps and valves must not project beyond

the bund • Provide arrangements to drain water from

bund

• Drum storage • Leakage/fire/ contamination

Persons in the vicinity, environment


• Oil disposal • Contamination Environment • Disposal of waste oil must be with a licensed contractor

• Duty of care waste documentation must be completed with every consignment of waste oil that leaves the premises

• Oil delivery

• Handling diesel oil

• Leakage/fire

• Dermatitis, can be carcinogenic

Persons in the vicinity, environment

Yard personnel/others carrying out spraying operations

• All fill points, valves/gauges must be inside the bund

• Automatic cut off points should be installed on delivery points

/cont.


RISK ASSESSMENT FOR VEHICLE FUELS (cont.)




• Storage or carrying of petrol or diesel in small containers

• Fire

• Slips, trips and falls

Persons in the vicinity

Metal containers must be:

• Secured against breakage • Stoppered to prevent leaks of liquid or

vapour • Marked ‘petroleum spirit highly

inflammable’

Plastic containers must be:

• Made of safe materials, suitable for such use

• Have a capacity of no more than 5 litres • Prevent leakage of liquid or vapour • Marked up with the manufacturers name

and hazard sign • Marked with the words ‘petrol’ and ‘highly

flammable’ • Marked with the capacity in litres • For diesel/petrol data see COSHH register

in safety file which must be discussed and recorded as a toolbox talk



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR VEHICLE FUELS


Actions • Foam fire extinguisher to be kept adjacent to tank

• In the event of a spilled diesel oil fire use a foam extinguisher

• Water, debris and materials must be cleared from bund

• Drip trays to be in place during decanting/use

• Drums to be stored upright within a bund


• Store empty drums away from full ones, and away from other wastes, especially combustible materials

• Prevent oil entering drains etc., by using sandbags/earth

• Never hose down, as oil and water will not mix

• Clean up spillages immediately with oil absorbing material, which should be disposed of as waste oil

• Check tank levels before delivery to prevent overfilling

• No smoking during delivery


• Wear protective gloves

• Personal hygiene, wash hands with soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking

• Apply barrier cream, particularly if skin is sensitive

METAL CONTAINERS MUST BE:

• Secured against breakage

• Stoppered to prevent leaks of liquid or vapour

• Marked ‘petroleum spirit highly inflammable’

PLASTIC CONTAINERS MUST BE:

• Made of safe materials, suitable for such use

• Have a capacity of no more than 5 litres

• Prevent leakage of liquid or vapour

• Marked up with the manufacturers name and hazard sign

• Marked with the words ‘petrol’ and ‘highly flammable’

• Marked with the capacity in litres

• A foam or dry powder extinguisher must be close by


TOOLBOX TALK FOR VEHICLE FUELS


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DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR SCAFFEZE PLUS ECOSAFE®




• Maintenance of scaffold fittings

• Inhalation

• Skin contact

• Eye contact

• Ingestion

• Fire

• Storage

• Spillage

Yard personnel

• Material must be stored in a safe area




• Supplied by Forward Chemicals Ltd, telephone 0151 424 9441



PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........








TOOLBOX TALK FOR SCAFFEZE PLUS ECOSAFE® Product may cause defatting of the skin and irritation and pain to the eyes with prolonged or repeated contact. Aspiration into lungs upon ingestion or vomiting may cause bronchial or pulmonary problems. Gross inhalation of vapours may cause dizziness or even coma.

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Ensure good ventilation • Correct PPE to include PVC gloves, eye protection (if risk of splashing) and overalls • No smoking or naked light • Personal hygiene is essential before smoking, drinking or eating • Dip or brush fittings do not spray • Dry powder, carbon dioxide or foam extinguisher to be available • Store in a cool dry well ventilated area with ‘No Smoking No Naked Light’ sign where it can be seen • Protect from direct sunlight and frost • Always store with lid on • Do not decant into or store in un-marked containers • Use sand or mineral absorbent material to soak up any spills • Prevent from entering any drains or waterways

TOOLBOX TALK FOR SCAFFEZE PLUS ECOSAFE® We, the undersigned, have been made aware of the contents of this toolbox talk. If we are unable to carry out the work safely, we agree that we must stop work and inform our manager/supervisor.

NAME SIGNATURE





DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR SGB SECURITY PAINTS




• Painting scaffolding equipment with identification paint

• Inhalation

• Skin contact

• Eye contact

• Ingestion

• Fire

• Storage

• Spillage

Yard personnel

• Materials must be stored in a safe area




• The suppliers are Meynell Paints Ltd. Emergency contact number: 020 8550 9999



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TOOLBOX TALK FOR SGB SECURITY PAINTS

Product is flammable, irritating to eyes and skin. May cause dermatitis, drowsiness and possibly unconsciousness in extreme cases.

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Hand paint whenever possible in good ventilation • PPE to include PVC gloves, eye protection (if risk of splashing) and overalls • Wash hands before smoking, eating or drinking • Spray outside or preferably in purpose built spray booth using respiratory equipment as identified in SGB

PPE catalogue code 292484 • Advise others downwind to move away if liable to breathe in spray • Dry powder or foam extinguisher • No smoking no naked light • Keep away from heaters and electrical equipment • Store in a cool well ventilated area with ‘No Smoking No Naked Light’ sign where it can be seen • Always store with lid on • Do not decant into or store in un-marked containers • Use sand or mineral absorbent material to soak up any spills • Prevent entering drains or waterways

TOOLBOX TALK FOR SGB SECURITY PAINTS


NAME SIGNATURE





DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ADOLEASE PREMIUM CHEMICAL RELEASE AGENT




• Treating timber and formwork used in concrete shuttering

• Inhalation

• Skin contact

• Eye contact

• Ingestion

• Fire

• Storage

• Spillage

Yard personnel







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TOOLBOX TALK FOR ADOLEASE PREMIUM CHEMICAL RELEASE AGENT Harmful, may cause lung damage, vomiting and diarrhoea if swallowed. When inhaled may cause respiratory irritation, headache, fatigue and dizziness. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may result in moderate irritation resulting in dryness, cracking and dermatitis.

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Ensure good ventilation • Correct PPE to include PVC gloves, eye protection (if risk of splashing) and overalls • Wash hands before smoking, drinking or eating • Avoid contact with skin and eyes • Do not breathe vapour/spray • Dry powder, carbon dioxide or foam extinguisher to be available • Protect from sources of ignition • Flash point 75°C • Store in a cool well ventilated area with ‘No Smoking No Naked Light’ sign where it can be seen • Keep containers tightly closed when not in use • Do not decant into or store in un-marked containers • Use sand or mineral absorbent material to soak up any spills • Prevent entering any drains or waterways

TOOLBOX TALK FOR ADOLEASE PREMIUM CHEMICAL RELEASE AGENT


NAME SIGNATURE





DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ADOLEASE CONCRETE MOULD RELEASE AGENT





• Inhalation

• Skin contact

• Eye contact

• Ingestion

• Fire

• Storage

• Spillage

Yard personnel







PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........








TOOLBOX TALK FOR ADOLEASE CONCRETE MOULD RELEASE AGENT Flammable liquid and vapour. May cause lung damage, vomiting and diarrhoea if swallowed. Liquid is mild irritant. Repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Ensure good ventilation • Correct PPE to include PVC gloves, eye protection (if risk of splashing) and overalls • Wash hands before smoking, drinking or eating • Avoid contact with skin and eyes • Dry powder, carbon dioxide or foam extinguisher to be available • Protect from sources of ignition – no smoking • Flash point 42°C • Store in a cool well ventilated area with ‘No Smoking No Naked Light’ sign where it can be seen • Keep containers tightly closed when not in use • Do not decant into or store in un-marked containers • Use sand or mineral absorbent material to soak up any spills • Prevent entering any drains or waterways

TOOLBOX TALK FOR ADOLEASE CONCRETE MOULD RELEASE AGENT


NAME SIGNATURE





DEPOT: BUSINESS:



DATE OF ASSESSMENT:

DATE OF REVIEW:

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ADOSTRIKE CONCRETE MOULD OIL





• Inhalation

• Skin contact

• Eye contact

• Ingestion

• Fire

• Storage

• Spillage

Yard personnel







PRINT NAME: ……………………………………………………………………… DATE: ……………….........








TOOLBOX TALK FOR ADOSTRIKE CONCRETE MOULD OIL Harmful: may cause lung damage, vomiting. Harmful or fatal if aspirated into lungs. May remove natural greases from skin resulting in dryness, cracking and dermatitis.

B. Instructions for employees Actions • Ensure good ventilation • Correct PPE to include PVC gloves, eye protection (if risk of splashing) and overalls • Wash hands before smoking, drinking or eating • Avoid contact with skin and eyes • Do not breathe vapour/spray • Dry powder, carbon dioxide or foam extinguisher to be available • Flash point 85°C • Store in a cool well ventilated area with ‘No Smoking No Naked Light’ sign where it can be seen • Keep containers tightly closed when not in use • Do not decant into or store in un-marked containers • Use sand or mineral absorbent material to soak up any spills • Prevent entering any drains or waterways

TOOLBOX TALK FOR ADOSTRIKE CONCRETE MOULD OIL


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