Project Risks

Incorrect user brief

Reviews, room data sheets, sign offs

Incorrect stakeholder brief

Reviews, obtain all requirements, sign offs.

Unauthorised changes to brief

Establish change then sign off by users and stakeholders.

Failure to meet brief

Reviews, sign offs and PCG???s, Perform Value Management Session

Late

Reviews, programs, Procurement schedule sign off, Client Sign Off.

Failure to communicate design to user group

Client and user to sign off on FSP

Changes

Design change notice to advise time cost & quality penalty.

Over Budget

Review costs at FSP, 80% & 100%. Make changes if necessary. Have Contingency. Value Management Meetings if Over Budget

Responsibility for some items not picked up

Draw up matrix to itemise

Design energy efficient

Reviews, sign offs and PSG???s Section J BCA

Failure to meet deadline ???Nominated Contractors

Reviews, sign offs and PSG???s, Programs

High maintenance

Reviews, sign offs and PSG???s

Doesn???t meet comfort requirements

Reviews, sign offs and PSG???s

Safe design risk assessment-building lifecycle

Design Risk Assessment Meetings

Ditto ??? design for safe construction

Design Risk Assessment Documentation Review

Ditto ??? design to facilitate safe use

Design Risk Assessment, Reviews, sign offs and PSG???s

Ditto ??? design for safe maintenance

Design Risk Assessment, Reviews, sign offs and PSG???s

Ditto ??? design for safe alteration

Design Risk Assessment, Reviews, sign offs and PSG???s

Mechanical Design

Review consultants??? documents

Electrical Design

Review consultants??? documents

Space of generator

Review specifications, plans, client requirements.

Architectural, Structural & Services Design

Review consultant???s documents against Shaw Building Group PMP, PRA & WHS&E Plan. PMP 3.05.01 - Safe Design Analysis

Poor Expertise, Rectified Documentation Delay

Communicate with client about solutions / claims

Timeframe unsuitable for client and WHS requirements

Consultation with client and subcontractors to ascertain time restraints.

DA delay

Reviews, programs, Procurement schedule sign off, Client Sign Off

BA delay

Reviews, programs, Procurement schedule sign off, Client Sign Off

Client Delay

Reviews, programs, Procurement schedule sign off, Client Sign Off

BA non approval

Reviews, programs, Procurement schedule sign off, Client Sign Off

Disturbance or Interference with Services, Safety or Traffic (DISST) Application Approval. (Canberra Health Services Campus)

The DISST form has been designed to be used for all construction, repair and maintenance work carried out on any Canberra Health Services campus or building. NO WORK SHALL COMMENCE without the signed ???Authorisation to Proceed???.

Existing condition

Dilapidation report

SBG Insurance does not cover contract work

Adequate cover to be arranged.

Contractor Insurance not adequate or up to date

Contractor not to start on site until proof of insurances are supplied.

Unable to do work to specifications

Assess and Select Tender references

Unable to do work on time

Assess and Select Tender references

Unable to do work safely

Change building methodology / design

Fraud in Contractor selection

National code of Practice Compliance

Non-Performance by Contractors

Reviews, programs,

Replacement of equipment

Coordination with consultant to ensure building adequately addresses replacement of plant and equipment. Maintenance zones provided around all equipment in accordance with consultant???s advice.

Contractor Briefings

SBG to arrange and coordinate meetings with sub-contractors to address build ability. Architect / Consultants to participate in regular sub-contractor meetings to identify and mitigate risk throughout the building process.

Workplace Relations: Right of Entry | Labour Productivity | Subcontractor Management | Grievance Management | Compliance with Building Code 2016

Ensure IMS system is followed to comply with these requirements. Identify if Building Code 2016 is applicable to site. SBG must give each eligible union written notice of the major construction project & the requirement to consult, (recommended 14 days before commencing works onsite).

Chemical / Airborne Contaminants ??? Toxic Chemical, Dust, Asbestos, Silica, Mist & Fumes, Acid, etc. Physical ??? Noise, Vibration, Ergonomic, Radiation etc. Biological ??? Occupational Illness (Due to virus, bacteria, fungi etc.) Psychological ??? Stress Factors Psychosocial Hazards

Construction Control Measure Note: The control measures for each of these activities if required are detailed under the relevant construction hazard/risk detailed below. Surveillance Control Measure List items which will require health surveillance for this project. What Health Surveillance Action is required and how long will the records be required. Health Monitoring Provide health monitoring, if a worker has undertaken tasks requiring RPE for 30+ days in 12 months.

Health Surveillance Management Assess worksite for individual worker exposure to construction dust/silica.

Health Surveillance Management Plan (PMP 2.03.06) Health Surveillance Required for our SBG Construction Workers if onsite: NOISE: Mandatory Noise & You Inhouse Training No significant risk ??? (However all our construction works hearing is monitored every two years) SILICA: Mandatory Silica Awareness Training No significant risk ??? Work carried out by others. ASBESTOS: Mandatory Asbestos Awareness Training No significant risk ??? Work carried out by others. LEAD: No significant risk ??? Work carried out by others HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS: N/A ??? No Hazardous chemicals stored onsite by SBG

Health Surveillance Management Contractors

Health Surveillance Required for our Contractors onsite: NOISE: Low risk ??? Contractor to monitor & control SILICA: Mandatory Silica Awareness Training Low risk ??? Contractor to provide monitoring if worker has undertaken tasks requiring RPE for 30+ days in 12 months & control. ASBESTOS: Mandatory Asbestos Awareness Training Unknow ??? Need to obtain Hazardous Material Report from the client Assess & Monitor LEAD: Unknown - Need to obtain Hazardous Material Report from the Client Assess & Monitor HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS: TBC ??? SDS required by contractors for any chemicals used onsite.

No defined roles and responsibilities in an emergency

Create emergency evacuation plan/s and emergency response plan. PMP 4.07.06 - Emergency Response Plan Mandatory Inhouse Emergency Response Plan Training

Critical Incident

The applicable response plan should be followed until the Critical Incident Manager (Managing Director, General Manager, or IMS Manager) arrives. Once they have arrived at site, they will assume control of the decision-making process and work with emergency services. Critical Incident Management Ross Greenup 0418 622 720 Damiano Serenellini 0418 405 802. Paul Asher 0415 263 246

Insufficient 1st aid kit or equipment to treat injury leading to loss of productivity

Ensure equipment and content is sufficient for the location and works to be carried out. PMP 4.08.01 - First Aid and Emergency Equipment Risk Assessment

Medical Emergency

Site Induction ??? 1Breadcrumb, PMP 4.09.04 - Site Induction Handout. Entrance to Workplace: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Fire

Fire extinguishers are to be provided at each electrical temporary board and where required after consultation with trained personnel. Test & Tag inspection (SBG) fire extinguishers 6 monthly; contractors to arrange independent testing 6 monthly. Extinguish the fire ??? only if safe to do so and competent in use of applicable firefighting equipment. Attempt to contain fire and smoke by closing all windows and doors as area is evacuated. If too dangerous to fight the fire, raise alarm and evacuate the immediate vicinity (Use ALL available safe exits). Turn off ignition sources and gas, if safe to do so and aware of how this should be done.

Suspected Explosive Device / Suspicious Mail

If a suspected item is discovered: Carefully place on nearest level surface Do not handle any further Evacuate the immediate vicinity. Note details of exact location, situation, actions taken Do not use 2-way radio or mobile phone in vicinity of suspect object

Bomb Threat

Obtain as much information as possible when call received: Time of call Age and sex of caller Speech Pattern (Accent) Background noise Emotional State

Building Structure Collapse

Evacuate potential danger area and cordon off. Persons should be immediately evacuated / kept away from the building until it has been professionally inspected to determine structural integrity.

Safety Harness Rescue

If qualified, able and safe to do so, lower person to the ground and level available.

Traffic Incident / Struck by Moving Plant

If qualified, able, and safe to do so, customise & control traffic to avoid further casualties. Clear all non-essential personnel from the area, prioritise emergency vehicles, if safe to do so rescue trapped personnel, administer first aid as required.

Fumes / Vapor / Gas Leak

WARNING ??? CONFIRM AREA SAFE TO APPROACH Colleagues or other persons must not enter any confined area where there is a risk of being overcome by gas. Turn off ignition sources /gas / service, if safe to do so and aware of how this should be done.

Earthwork / Tunnel Collapse

If safe to do so rescue trapped personnel by removing debris / soil from head (clear airways) and then body. If possible, support unstable debris to safely remove trapped personnel. Implement the Emergency Preparedness & Critical Incident Response Report / Checklist and where required evacuate the site.

Severe Weather

If strong winds are anticipated, ensure that any objects that could become airborne in strong wind gusts and cause damage are brought under cover and where possible secured. Shut down all exposed plant and work areas.

Earthquake

Ensure all personnel take cover under a solid structure, keeping away from glass and materials likely to fall. If Indoors: Stay there as there could be falling debris outside. If Outside: Stay clear of power lines, trees, excavations / trenches etc. Turn off electricity, gas and water. Check for fuel/gas leaks before lighting matches / torches etc.

Unexpected Find

PMP 1.09.01 - Unexpected Finds Protocol (UFP) This UFP provides a procedure to be followed in the event of an unexpected find of potential hazardous materials during these works. This may include the following: Contaminated soil or water Asbestos containing material (ACM) Lead paint / Polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) PCBs have been used as coolants and lubricants in transformers, capacitors, and other electrical equipment because they don't burn easily and are good insulators. Hazardous Substances

Biological / Chemical Spill

Use the chemical spill kit, establish boundaries to prevent spill reaching waterways / drains. Use of containment devices. Spill kits available on site when required. SWMS. SDS.

Plant Mechanical Failure Plant Collision / Rollover

Shut down the plant & isolate the plant of concern if safe to do so.

Plant / Heavy Vehicles Contacting Underground Power or Overhead Powerlines

If a vehicle or mobile plant encounters overhead powerlines or underground power, instruct the operator to stay inside the vehicle or plant unless there's a life-threatening situation like fire or immediate danger. Do Not Touch Anything: Avoid touching any part of the vehicle / plant or anything in contact with it. Safe Exit (If Necessary): If you must leave the vehicle or plant due to a life-threatening situation, jump clear, landing with your feet together, and continue to shuffle or jump with your feet together until at least 8 meters away from the vehicle/plant and any power lines. Isolate the area, bystanders should maintain a safe distance of at least 8 meters from the vehicle or plant, power lines, and any objects in contact with them. Wait for Confirmation: Wait for the electricity to be switched off and the power lines to be made safe by the local electricity authority before attempting to leave the vehicle or plant. Notify your supervisor and the Shaw Building Group Project Supervisor Implement the Emergency Preparedness & Critical Incident Response Report/Checklist

Tower Crane Rescue

Shut down the tower crane & isolate the power if safe to do so. If a safety line can be safely used to rescue the person attempt to do so

Electrical Electrocution Electrical / Services Damage

Where contact is made with an energised overhead electric line or a flash-over occurs between an energised overhead electric line and a crane or mobile plant take the following actions: Try to break the crane or mobile plant???s contact with the energised overhead electric line by moving the jib or driving the mobile plant clear only if safe to do so. If it is not possible to break the contact with the energised overhead electric line, the operator of the crane or mobile plant should remain inside the cabin of the crane or on the plant item. Contact the Electricity Supply Authority immediately to isolate electricity to the energised overhead electric line. The operator should remain in place until the electricity has been isolated and the ???all clear??? given by the Electricity Supply Authority.

Confined Space Rescue

Follow the emergency procedure on the Confined Space Permit and SWMS.

Scaffold Collapse

Clear all non-essential personnel from the area, if safe to do so rescue trapped personnel by removing loose scaffold components, administer first aid as required.

Alcohol / Drug Effected Personnel

Approach person only if safe to do so. Notify your supervisor and Shaw Building Group Project Supervisor & Isolate the area.

COVID-19

Notify your supervisor and Shaw Building Group Project Manager/Supervisor. Isolate the site, call this line if you are seeking information on coronavirus (COVID-19). The line operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Phone: 1800 020 080, always follow the advice of health officials.

Lightning Strike

Do not work in exposed areas when lightning storms are present, SWMS.

Emergency response time too long

Evaluate with emergency authorities how long and ambulance etc. will take to get to site (included in Emergency Plan).

Ambulance can???t access correct part of site

Site access to be always controlled for safe access areas in case of emergency at all stages of construction.

Lighting levels

Lighting in access and egress areas to be 40 LUX minimum.

Delay to project

Liaison with appropriate persons.

Loss of Productivity

Ensure site amenities are adequate for the works to be carried out. Use existing amenities in buildings when approved with the client.

Loss of Productivity Disturbance or Interference with Services, Safety or Traffic (DISST) Application Approval. (Canberra Health Services Campus)

The DISST form has been designed to be used for all construction, repair and maintenance work carried out on any Canberra Health Services campus or building. NO WORK SHALL COMMENCE without the signed ???Authorisation to Proceed???.

Slips | Trips | Falls

Maintenance of safe access & egress is a fundamental principle of workplace management. All access & egress shall be ???Fit for Purpose??? upon consideration of several key elements during planning, design, establishment & execution of work. As part of the construction process, SBG decide the standard, type & layout of access & egress provided during the construction phase including the use of both temporary & permanent arrangements, so the standard achieved reflects our planning & decision-making process. It is essential that when providing access & egress, to implement select / design access & egress that: Separates pedestrian & vehicular site entry & exit points. Is fit for purpose e.g. Main / Emergency access, secondary access, or activity specific access. Is constructed to suit the duration that the access & egress needs to be maintained for. Can support the number of people per day that will be using the access & egress. Is of a suitable width to support the work activities / material movement required during construction. If identified as an emergency exit is of the appropriate type & dimensions, e.g. Scaffold stretcher stairs. Is fit for purpose for the safe access & egress were working at heights is being undertaken. Has adequate lighting needed to maintain safe access & egress including use in an emergency. Any environmental factor which may have an impact on the access & egress is considered including falling object hazards, slippery or icy conditions, rain & mud etc. Designated pedestrian routes are physically segregated from mobile plant & vehicle movement activities including temporary arrangements when cranes or concrete boom pumps are in operation. These considerations need to be considered when planning & designing the layout of a workplace which shall be documented as the Plant, Vehicle & People Movement Plan or Sketch???s applicable to the stage of work &/or where an interim arrangement is required for specific activity being undertaken.

Poor maintenance of access & egress to: Distribution boards Emergency equipment Working at heights

Daily inspection will occur by SBG Site Staff, All designated access paths including access to electrical distribution boards (DB???s) & emergency equipment must remain clear of obstruction, free of trip hazards & stored materials. Any/all modifications to designated access & egress must be authorised by the SBG Project Supervisor with appropriate delineation & signage provided to direct other workers around the obstructed path. Any/all access & egress were working at heights is being undertaken. Any/all modifications to access & egress shall be communicated daily. Access identified as unsafe shall be barricaded off & signage posted until it is made safe.

Poor Housekeeping Slips Trips Falls

Daily inspection will occur by SBG Site Staff, The standard of housekeeping is a direct reflection of our attitude to safety. We are judged on it by SBG Senior Management, our Clients, WorkSafe Inspectors & Auditors. To maintain housekeeping standards on SBG Projects the following principles shall be implemented. Sufficient bins provided in all work areas & bins are not permitted to overflow. Work areas, floors, access & egress ways are free of trip hazards & general debris. Maintain safe/clear access & egress paths for emergency purpose. Maintain clear access & egress paths for were working at heights is being undertaken. Material area stored neatly, stacked on gluts, with clear access between stacks. Work areas are cleaned progressively during the workday & at the completion of each task.

Movement from car parking to site entry

Designed to ensure pedestrians do not cross in front of path of cars access entry.

Bike Path ??? Cyclist / Scooter / Pedestrians

TTM, Signage, Insert chicane type devices to slow path users / traffic down.

Location of Main entry

Main entry to be unobstructed, kept separate from the construction site via temporary fencing & existing access control.

Access to entry for visitors and contractors

Visitors & Contractors entry to be unobstructed, kept separate from the construction site via temporary fencing & existing access control.

Risks to a worker, health & safety

Control measures are set out in the hierarchy of control described below. Risks to work health and safety should be identified and eliminated. If it is not reasonably practicable to eliminate them, they should be minimised by implementing controls at the top of the hierarchy below before consideration is given to using lower order controls. USE THE HIERARCHY OF RISK CONTROLS: Elimination Road, footpath, cycle path and shared use path closures. Substitution Program the work to be conducted when there is no risk or significantly less risk present. Isolation Use approved temporary road safety barriers to isolate workers and work activities from road users. Engineering Controls Temporary by-pass roads. Traffic engineering, such as the use of directional signage, insert chicane type devices to slow path users / traffic down, (e.g. workmen ahead, speed reduction, lane status signs, as well as cones, bollards, delineators, barrier boards etc.) Administrative Controls Safe working practices put in place, training instruction, nationally recognised traffic controller training and information provided to workers. Personal Protective & Safety Equipment (PPE) High visibility garments worn when working in the vicinity of moving traffic (up to 5 m) or plant. When selecting high visibility garments consideration needs to be given to the time of day, colour of plant on site and the surrounding environment. Weekly monitoring / inspections of the Traffic Management / Control Plan to be carried out to ensure all traffic control devices are as per the TTM Plan.

Visibility and ease of movement for vehicles.

Additional space is provided on both sides of entry to loading bay to increase visibility. One way traffic around ring road. No concealed areas with poor visibility. Bollards provided in front of door.

Visibility of vehicles for pedestrians.

Tactile indicators provided either side of entry to provide indication / warning of driveway.

Access to & from the site & building

Access to front entry off main roads and parking facilities. Access to Loading Bay areas.

Mixing with students / public

Isolate areas of work, nametags, sign in book, regular briefings and toolbox talks

Access by unauthorised persons

Suitable Signage and fencing to ensure adequate segregation & security of the site from adjacent areas. Signage: Show the principal contractor???s name & telephone contact numbers (including an after-hours telephone number). Show the location of the site office for the project. Are clearly visible from outside the workplace, or the work area of the workplace, where the construction project is being undertaken. Ensure the principal contractor signage is posted and visible. DANGER CONSTRUCTION SITE DO NOT ENTER This sign is to be a general notification sign. It should be placed approximately on every sixth fence panel, around the site notifying the area, at the change of fence direction or when a person approaches the site from any direction.

Falling

Barricades to uneven areas or excavations, plates over trenches, safety lighting.

Hit by motorised vehicles

Deliveries and major traffic movements to be limited in times of high pedestrian movements ??? actual times to be mutually agreed with Client

Contact with students

Contractors to fill out ??? Statutory Declaration- ???Working in a School Environment???.

Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) may include: Sprains / Strains Back Injuries Knee Injuries Elbow injuries Shoulder Injuries Serious Personal Injury from: Crushing Injuries Equipment Failure

Provide training in Handle Construction Material techniques. Materials to be delivered as near to the work location as possible to eliminate manual double handling. Provide mechanical aids to lift and move materials where possible (Lifting equipment may include cranes, forklifts and electric pallet trucks). The rotation of work duties to be considered so employees are not subjected to the same task for the whole shift. Arrange for team lifting where it is impractical to use mechanical assistance. Assess the weight of the object ensuring that a safety factor of x 3 is included in your assessment. Plan how you are going to move the object. Ensure mechanical aid has a Safe Working Load capacity available for assessing suitability for task. Ensure mechanical aid is designed to suit the load including shape and physical properties. Ensure that only trained operators??? use equipment such as cranes forklifts etc. Examine site layout to ensure clear paths are available for movement. Ensure maintenance for mechanical aid has been regularly maintained.

Loud noise

Monitor work on site to identify areas of loud noise. Maximum period of expose in a work shift of 8 hours is 85 dB(A). Longer shifts noise levels to be monitored. Control Measures: ELIMINATE the source of noise, for example by ceasing to use a noisy machine, changing the way work is carried out so hazardous noise is not produced or by not introducing the hazard into the workplace. SUBSTITUTE the hazard with plant or processes that are quieter. ISOLATE the source of noise from people by using distance, barriers, enclosures and sound-absorbing surfaces.

Access & Egress Slips | Trips | Falls

Refer to Section 3 ACCESS / EGRESS & HOUSEKEEPING (Above) Ensure safe access & egress is made available to all "Working at Heights??? areas and activities.

Falls from Height

Fall protection to be provided where there is a risk to health and safety associated with a fall by a person from 1 level to another that is reasonably likely to cause injury to the person or any other person.

Falls from Height

USE THE HIERARCHY OF RISK CONTROLS: Undertake the work on the ground or from a solid platform. E.g., Scaffold Undertake the work using a passive fall prevention device. E.g., Scaffolds, step platforms, EWP, perimeter screens or guard railing, Undertake the work using a work positioning system. E.g., Travel Restraint systems, industrial rope-access systems. Undertake the work using a fall arrest system. E.g., Catch Platforms, safety-harness system. Undertake the work from ladders or implement an administration control. E.g., Set out a safe work procedure that reduces a worker???s exposure to the risk of falling. Review control measures in place and if necessary, revise. SWMS. Training. Fall protection equipment used is inspected and tagged. SBG forms: PMP 6.03.08 - Roof Access Permit PMP 6.03.11 - Working at Heights and Fall Protection WHS 4.05.02 - Register for Fall Prevention Equipment, Anchorage Points & Lifting Gear WHS 4.02.02 - SWMS Site Assessment PMP 5.05.03 - Assess High Risk SWMS

Falls from Height

Ladders are only to be used as a means of access to or egress from a work area. Platform ladders, with a load rating of at least 120kg, shall only be used as a working platform for light work of short duration that can be carried out safely on the ladder. Ladders are to be regularly inspected by a competent person in accordance with the manufacturer???s recommendations as per the code of Practice Managing Risks in the Workplaces. If any faults are found the ladder is to be replaced or repaired. EWPs or scaffolding are to be considered as a safer and more efficient means of fall protection.

Falls from Height

The most effective control measure is to eliminate the risk of a fall, so far as is reasonably practicable. Work on the Ground: Eliminating the need to work at height is the most effective way of protecting workers from the risk of falls.

Falls from Height

Work on a Solid Construction: Working on a solid construction provides an environment where the likelihood of a fall may be eliminated.

Falls from Height

A Temporary Work Platform is a working platform, other than a permanently installed fixed platform, used to provide a working area for the duration of the work. The design of the platform prevents workers from falling. Temporary work platforms include scaffolds, elevating work platforms (EWPs), mast climbers, workboxes, building maintenance units, portable or mobile fabricated platforms or any other platform that provides a working area designed to prevent a fall. Ensure safe access & egress is made available to all "Working at Heights??? areas and activities. Temporary Work Platforms: Scaffold Scaffolding work platforms are generally rated as light, medium or heavy duty: Light duty???up to 225 kg per bay. Medium duty???up to 450 kg per bay. Heavy duty???up to 675 kg per bay. Special duty???has a designated allowable load as designed.

Working at Heights

Elevating Work Platforms (EWPs) EWPs include boom-type EWPs & scissor lifts. Some are designed for hard flat surfaces only while others are designed to be operated on rough terrain. Some types are designed for indoor use and are not suitable for windy conditions outdoors.

Working at Heights Falls from Heights

Industrial Rope Access Systems Rope access work is properly supervised, supervisors of rope access work should have the necessary experience and competence to supervise the rope access work and any potential rescue for each rope access project under their supervision. Operators do not work alone in case they require assistance in an emergency. When using an industrial rope access system, PPE appropriate for the tasks being undertaken is used

Working at Heights Falls from Heights

Individual Fall Arrest Systems High-Risk SWMS for Individual Fall Arrest Systems (including detailed rescue procedure) to be developed and reviewed by SBG with the sub-contractor using PMP 5.05.03 - Assess High Risk SWMS. All documentation to be provided and signed off by SBG prior to commencement. Safety Harnesses are only to be used as a last resort if no other fall protection or working deck/platform can be provided.

Falls as a result of inadequate guard railing or physical barriers

Robust physical barriers, such as screens, guard rails and scaffolding systems must be provided to prevent persons or materials falling any distance likely to cause injury during works at height. Toe boards in place and mesh to prevent falling objects from scaffolds. Isolate areas below where workers are working above ??? use of barricades and signage. Tools on lanyards when working at height if there is a risk that the object could fall onto workers below. Signs to be in place on incomplete scaffold ???Scaffold Incomplete ??? Do not use???

Working near windows, handrails & potential falls through window openings

Do not use platform ladders near an extended fall location such as near an existing handrail or window opening. When working within 2meters of a window opening or handrail, mobile scaffold must be used with handrail to face fall side unless either: Window is fully closed and locked. or scaffold is in place on the fall side. or a boom lift is in place on the fall side. or a platform ladder can be used with the handrail facing the fall side if both sashes are installed. When window install is completed and there are no height works left to do, the windows can be opened as long as restrictors limiting the bottom sash to less than 120mm opening are in place.

Incorrect use of anchor points

Ensure workers have current work at heights competency. Permit to be in place prior to work being carried out. Anchor point, harness and other equipment to be checked by worker prior to use

Falling through open penetrations

All holes and openings 100 mm diameter or more, other than lift shafts and stairwells, must be protected with robust physical covers or barricades to prevent falling through the holes or openings. The following is to be followed for penetrations/ holes great than 100 mm. Suitable fall protection must be provided for all openings greater than 100 mm in diameter. This may include handrails, sheets of steel mesh (20 x 20 mm minimum) and plywood. All fall protection must be able to withstand the impact of any person that might reasonably be expected to fall onto it. All fall protection must be securely fixed in place to prevent it being moved or accidentally removed. Covers should prevent objects and debris from falling through the void. Warning signs clearly and legibly marked to be attached to penetration covers to warn persons that there is a hole underneath. (E.g., DO NOT REMOVE: PENETRATION BELOW or OPEN HOLE BELOW).

Being hit by falling objects

Penetrations are covered, secured, marked and adequate for the circumstances. Scaffold and edge protection contain toe boards and /or containment screening. Hoardings and gantries have been erected to prevent falling object risks to the public. SWMS identify the risk of falling objects.

Failure during operation

The operator of each machine must have a logbook and record all the monthly and yearly inspection checks, details of all tests, repairs, replacements, and modifications carried out on the equipment. This logbook must be available for inspection by the person in control of the workplace. Allow only a competent person to carry out maintenance and repairs and in accordance with the specifications of the manufacturer. Logbooks must contain evidence that the equipment and pump has been inspected and certified as suitable for continued service.

Worn or damaged parts In-service failures

Before fitting any hose or clamps, check for any wear or damage. Before pumping, make sure the pumps are restrained, and the clamps are secure. Unless specified by the manufacturer, avoid using non-reinforced hoses on piston type pumps. With high-rise satellite booms and high-pressure pumps, always use steel reinforced hoses. Use suitable restraining device such as a sling or a safety chain to secure the delivery hose fitting on a boom pump. If located above a working or public area, the outlet end of the hose must have a suitable stop device. Make sure the delivery hoses can handle the pumping pressure. All areas below the elevated boom pump must have restricted entry while the pump is in operation, or the lines are loaded.

Overturning of vehicle Moving parts

Make sure the boom truck is located on a lever, firm surface capable of supporting the weight of the boom truck and other delivery vehicles. When extending the boom, use outriggers for stability. Only essential personnel must have entry to concrete pumping area. Provide a physical barrier to protect people from the moving parts of a hopper. For set-up limitations, refer to the manufacturer's manual. Provide pads under outriggers. Wearing high-visibility garments is essential. Place a grill over the opening of the hopper.

Electric shock Overloading Failure of components

Be careful when setting up such that the boom system does not come nearer than the safe approach distance of electric catenary wires. The safe approach distance for low voltage catenary wires is 3.0 m. When working near wires of higher voltages, check with the electric supply authority. When working near power lines, always have an observer warn of possible encroachment. If the risk of contact is likely, have the supply wires de-energised. Always use reducers for avoiding overloading of the hose or other parts of the unit. An additional hose added to the end of a concrete placement boom for pumping concrete may cause a structural failure of the boom. Always adhere to the manufacturer's operating instruction manuals.

Severe Crush Injuries Falling Panels Electric Shock

A Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) Plan is required for vehicles to safely enter and leave the site without disrupting the normal flow of traffic. An area for the unloading of the precast elements to be designated. If the design envelope of the plant encroaches into any electrical ???No Go Zone??? an alternative safe system of work to be developed in line with the Framework for Undertaking Work Near Overhead and Underground Assets, including requirements for a qualified spotter. SBG and erector/installer need to discuss if any back filled excavations or suspended slab areas are on site. Verification that the erection platform can safely carry the construction and erection loads. The area/s designated for the unloading of precast panels must be firm and level. Shop drawings for all precast elements are to be available on site. The shop drawings have been reviewed, by the Project Design Engineer and signed off by the Erection Design Engineer. SBG must obtain from the Erection Design Engineer a certificate of compliance, advising that all elements have been designed in line with the Australian & Industry Standards. All lateral restraints (dowel bars, angle irons etc.) must be installed and fixed in position during the erection of the precast concrete elements as per the design engineer???s detail. A Manufacturers Certificate of Compliance (Birth Certificate) to be developed by the precast company, for each of the panels being erected on site. The Manufacturers Certificate of Compliance (Birth Certificate) must be available on site for review prior to installation. A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) to be prepared for the works. Prop requirements, including positions to be detailed on shop drawings for each individual precast element on site. If temporary supports such as angle brackets are to be utilised to support panels prior to permanent fixings being installed, have engineers provided detail of the temporary supports. There needs to be a toolbox talk between the SBG Project Supervisor and the crane & install crew to discuss the location of the crane and to identify any backfilled areas, excavations or underground services which may be present on site. The rigging details to be available for panels to be erected on site. Appropriately qualified persons to undertake the erection of panels on site. (Advanced/Intermediate Rigging, RA, RI) Appropriately Licensed Crane Operator. The precast elements are to be rotated on site by a single crane to their final position for installation, 75% of the total weight of the lift needs to be supported by the tailing lifter and the auxiliary winch. If alternative locations are to be utilised for the bracing of precast components on site, SBG must obtain written approval from an engineer in relation to the type and position of the new brace points. If lifting points are identified that are incorrectly installed, damaged, or missed during manufacture of the precast element, alternate lifting points to be designed by the Erection Design Engineer. SBG must obtain from the project design engineer or suitably qualified independent engineer, written approval to remove temporary bracing. The written approval from the Erection Design Engineer must state that all permanent connections have been inspected and approved.

Falling Panel

Clear path of travel from the truck to the erection area to be always maintained by the erection crew / dogman when installing precast panels. Erection area exclusion zone to be identified and barricaded, with signage attached, which will be a minimum of the height of the precast panel plus 20%, warning people not to enter that precast is being installed / erected. Panels must remain restrained until the crane/s has/have been attached and are taking the weight of the panel. The driver shall only release the panel when instructed to do so by the person dogging the load.

Falling Panel

If panels can???t be erected in their nominated position, then they are to be stored in racking systems, frames and supports designed by an engineer for the shape, size, and weight of the panel.

Access & Egress Slips | Trips | Falls Body Injuries

Refer to Section 3 ACCESS / EGRESS & HOUSEKEEPING (Above) Ensure safe access & egress is made available to all "Working at Heights??? areas and activities. All rubbish and loose materials to be cleaned up daily. PPE ??? Hard Hats, Safety Boots, High Visibility Clothing, and other relevant PPE identified in SWMS or as per site signage.

Falls from Heights

Work at height shall be performed from scaffolding, mobile scaffolding, or EWPs. Ladders are only to be used for the unloading of precast panels.

Falling Panel

HAND-OVER CERTIFICATE The Installation Supervisor must hand-over those Precast Panels installed during any shift after inspection and acceptance by the SBG Project Supervisor with documented evidence. (PMP 6.03.20 - Precast Panel Installation Assessment & Inspection Report)

Vandalise Falling Panel Tampered with

MONITORING & INSPECTION POST INSTALLATION Weekly inspections to ensure panels are secure, in place & locks are on props to be carried out by the Project Supervisor as per the inspection form PMP 6.03.04 Site Safety Environmental Checklist.

Falling

The installer is to use a safe system of access to allow for the installation, maintenance and dismantling of the edge protection. Appropriate controls to protect installers from falling while installing the temporary edge protection. Controls in place to stop workers exposure of components of the system falling. Components of temporary edge protection shall be inspected for damage before they are installed. The suppliers recommended procedures for the installation are used. Check anchorage points are installed in accordance with suppliers??? instructions. Have appropriate procedures for installing anchorage points in the structure for the edge protection equipment. Incomplete work needs to be closed off and warning signs displayed. Where the area is not practical to close off, warning signs are to be displayed at all points limiting access to not closer than 3 meters of the unprotected edge. Handover or Inspection Certificate must be completed by the certifying scaffolders / temporary edge protection system company, accepted and co-signed by the SBG Representative. All scaffold handrails / temporary edge protection system is to be inspected as a minimum every 30 days and an Inspection Certificate provided to the SHAW management. Use fall protection equipment suitable for the task. SWMS. Training. Installation and Inspections refer to. PMP 6.03.14 - Inspection Schedule PMP 6.03.11 - Working at Heights and Fall Protection WHS 4.05.02 - Register for Fall Prevention Equipment, Anchorage Points & Lifting Gear

Damage to Services Disruptions Explosion Fire Injury to workers / public

Where there are underground essential services that may be disturbed by the work, the contractor must take all reasonable steps to obtain current information on the services prior to commencing work. DBYD drawings. All electric, gas, water, sewer, steam and other service lines not required in the demolition process should be shut off, capped, or otherwise controlled, at or outside the building line, before demolition work is started. In each case, any utility agency involved should be notified in advance and its approval or services, if necessary, obtained. Any service retained for the demolition work should be adequately protected as required by the relevant authority (for example, the protection of overhead electric lines). SWMS.

Unstable ground causing the mobile scaffold / EWP to tip over

Ground condition must be suitable for the mobile scaffold / EWP. The area around the mobile scaffold / EWP should be free of vehicular traffic & safe access & egress is made available for ???Working at Heights??? areas & activities. Keep areas below the work area clear ??? use of barricades and signage.

Fall

Personnel using a mobile work platform will: Be trained, tested, certified, and authorised to operate. Use an approved fall prevention system. Not leave the confines of the platform edge unless the platform has been lowered to the ground level, or the person has been secured to the structure before disengaging safety harness from the working platform. If single person operating mode, the ground controls must be tagged out by the operator when at heights.

Unsafe / faulty plant

Make sure the plant is in a serviceable condition when it arrives at site. If the item has been hired insist that the supplier provides a copy of the latest inspection and maintenance record, logbook must be filled out prior to each use.

Striking overhead power lines causing electrocution

Mobile scaffold / EWP should not be used near live electrical power lines ??? (minimum of 4.0 m). Spotter to be in place.

Impact by site plant or vehicles

Plant and vehicle movement is to be controlled and restricted within the vicinity of the mobile scaffold / EWP. Use of signage and barriers ??? create exclusion zones. Good housekeeping ??? keep area clear of debris.

Falling objects

Where practicable no workers should be working below where workers are working above, erect signage and create exclusion zones. Wear hard hat.

Stuck in EWP if fault occurs

Do not use mobile scaffold / EWP for anything other than the design purpose. A competent person should be available at ground level to lower the platform in case of a malfunction. Check that plant is being operated in accordance with the manufacturers??? recommendations and this SWMS. EWP platforms are only to be used as working platforms and not as a means of entering or exiting a work area or as fall protection.

Unsafe equipment

Make sure inspection and service checks recommended by the supplier are carried out at the recommended intervals during the time the mobile scaffold / EWP remains on site. Make sure mobile scaffold / EWP found to be unserviceable is taken out of operation until it is repaired or replaced. Keep records on any inspections and maintenance to plant carried out while the EWP is under your management and control.

Unauthorised entry or operation of EWP

Make sure plant is left in a properly stowed safe location whenever it is unattended. Loads should never be left suspended. EWPs should be fully lowered. Make sure plant is secure against vandalism or joy riding. Where it is necessary to leave EWP adjacent to public roads or pedestrian areas, make sure it is securely barricaded and, where appropriate, clearly marked with warning lamps.

Boom Type Elevated Work Platforms over 11 m

Operator of an EWP with a boom length 11 m or over must be licensed / certified by relevant regulatory authority. Trainees must not operate an EWP with a boom length 11 m or over without direct supervision by a licensed/certified operator. Harness is compulsory and EWP should be supplied with a safety harness and lanyard for each person working in the basket. Workers must have received training in the safe use of harness. Harness must be correctly used at all times ??? securely fixed to the proper anchorages within the basket. SBG forms: WHS 4.05.01 - Plant and Equipment Register WHS 4.05.04 - Plant Pre-Start Checklist WHS 4.05.07 - Plant and Equipment Certification

Harmful airborne contaminants. Unsafe oxygen level. Fire and Explosion. Engulfment

Restricted entry or exit. Testing of air quality. Contractors to supply SWMS and have been trained in confined space work. Have a rescue plan in place. Controls in place using form. PMP 6.03.07 - Confined Space Entry Permit or similar.

Inadequate planning Finding existing under-ground services Mechanical damage to pipe infrastructure

Dial before you dig, documented existing services. Site survey. Use Specialised contractor for underground services detection. Pot holing. Complete SBG form PMP 6.03.13 - Excavation Permit before any excavation work is carried out. Liaise with Gas Supply Authorities (AGL) (ActewAGL) regarding the control measures, safe approach distances, management & training for working near under-ground services.

Finding existing under-ground services Damage to asset

If excavating, you must identify all Gas Pipes or Mains present. For example: Contact Dial Before You Dig, a free enquiry service for information on underground assets anywhere in Australia. This organisation will tell you if electrical cables owned by one or more of its contributory members are in the vicinity of your site. Definite gas pipes or main???s locations can be determined by special arrangement with the organisations. Dial Before You Dig can be contacted by: Phoning 1100; or Submitting an online enquiry on the Dial-before-u-Dig website (www.1100.com.au) Contact relevant authorities about all gas pipes or main???s they may have placed in the vicinity of the excavation. Authorities may include: Gas Supply Authorities (AGL) (ActewAGL) Local Government Authorities

Not using the highest possible controls to minimise risk when carrying out work near energised electrical parts

The ways of controlling risks are ranked from the highest level of protection and reliability to the lowest. This ranking is known as the hierarchy of risk control. You must work through this hierarchy to choose the control that most effectively eliminates or minimises the risk in the circumstances, so far as is reasonably practicable. This may involve a single control measure or a combination of two or more different controls. ELIMINATION The most effective control measure is to remove / eliminate the hazard or hazardous work practice. By designing-in or designing-out certain features, hazards may be eliminated. To eliminate the hazard, before starting work electrically isolate the nearby electrical equipment or installation. When disconnecting the equipment or installation from supply, apply a method to ensure it is not reconnected while the work is carried out (for example place the plug in a lockable enclosure). Clearly document the isolation process so that everyone involved knows exactly what to do. SUBSTITUTION Replacing a hazardous process or material with one that is less hazardous will reduce the hazard, and hence the risk. For example, it may be reasonably practicable to use extra low voltage electrical equipment such as a battery-operated tool rather than a tool that is plugged into mains electricity. ISOLATION Preventing workers from encountering the source of an electrical hazard will reduce the relevant risks. Erect a physical barrier made of a non-conductive material such as wood or plastic or, alternatively, correctly earthed metal. Before any barriers are erected, a risk assessment must be carried out by a licenced electrician to ensure the appropriate design and correct materials are used. The barrier must be erected safely. This may require isolating the electricity supply while the barrier is installed. ENGINEERING CONTROLS Use engineering control measures to minimise the risk, for example installing residual current devices to reduce the risk of receiving a fatal electric shock. ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS Administrative controls involve the use of safe work practices to control the risk, for example provide suitable & adequate training, establishing exclusion zones, use of permits & warning signs. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) PPE includes protective eyewear, insulated gloves, hard hats, aprons and breathing protection. Most forms of PPE are not relevant to minimising electrical risks in workplaces, except in relation to energised electrical work. Administrative controls and PPE do nothing to change the hazard itself. They rely on people behaving as expected and require a high level of supervision. Exclusive reliance on administrative controls and PPE must only occur where other measures are not reasonably practicable or as an interim control while the preferred control measure is being implemented.

Installation of Electrical Cable & Equipment. Contact with live conductors Arc flash Electric shock Electrocution Flash burns Energised conductors Unplanned outages

If work is left unfinished, the workplace must be left in a safe state including, for example, by: Terminating any exposed conductors Physically securing any exposed conductors or surrounding metal work. Strip, Twist & Tape of exposed conductors. Tagging, taping off the electrical equipment and the workplace area. Informing affected persons at the workplace the work is not complete and advising of potential hazards. Taking any necessary precautions to ensure that electrical equipment cannot become inadvertently re-energised. Ensuring that the status of switchboards and electrical equipment are clearly and correctly labelled. Handing over adequate information to workers taking up the unfinished work to allow them to continue the work safely.

Removing of Redundant Electrical Cables Contact with electricity Arc blast Electric shock Electrocution Flash burns Energised conductors Unplanned outages

**NOTE: Shaw Building Group must be notified prior to this actively being undertaken. Treat all cabling as ???LIVE??? until confirmed otherwise. Prior to working ??? Licensed Electrician to verify cable is de-energised and disconnected. Redundant cable to be physically and visually identified. Cable must be proven to be correct cable by physical movement of the cable and have visual of the cable end. When removing redundant cable through walls or penetration Cable must be proven to be correct cable by physical movement of the cable and have visual of the cable end by pulling redundant cable through wall or penetration. Before cutting redundant cables, a hold point to be applied before the licensed electrician to give the ???all clear to cut??? instruction. A maximum of 1 meter of cable to be removed at time. This is to ensure that a visual contact with the end is always identified. Cables can now be cut using insulated tool only, & then removed, one set at a time.

Electrical Work Zones

Work On = 500mm electrical work zone for work on low-voltage & extra-low voltage equipment within an enclosed switchboard panel. If elimination of the risks and hazards cannot be achieved, then the hierarchy shall be applied to select controls that most effectively reduce the risk. The following is a hierarchy of controls such that the level of risk mitigation decreases with the order: ELIMINATE the hazard, which is always the first priority, e.g. by switching off and isolating. This may require rescheduling the work to a time when it can be de-energized. SUBSTITUTION, e.g. use of battery-powered tools instead of mains powered. This is not always an option but should be considered whenever possible. Use separation or ISOLATION methods such as barriers or distance from the hazard. Minimize risk through ENGINEERING, e.g. design, automation, provision of local isolation, containment or limitation, such as residual current devices (RCDs). Minimize risk by ADMINISTRATION, e.g. policy, procedures (including SWMS), safe work practices, signage and training. Minimize risk with PPE. Relying on PPE as the first line of defence is the least desirable approach and should only be used in conjunction when other alternatives are unavailable, or as an additional precautionary measure.

Electrocution from live boards / circuits near end of project. Monitoring & Review

No work in live boards. Tag and lockout system used if some circuits alive. The risk management process shall include ongoing monitoring and review. Monitoring and review should take place at all stages of the process. Responsibilities should be clearly defined and actions recorded. Monitoring and review may include planning, gathering and analysing information, recording results and providing feedback.

Electrocution

The standard steps in low voltage isolation are: CONSULTATION: Consulting with the person with management or control of the workplace (e.g., in relation to the timing of the work) and notifying any other affected persons as appropriate. ISOLATION: Identifying the circuit(s) requiring isolation Disconnecting active conductors from the relevant source(s), noting there may be multiple sources and stand-by systems/ generators/photovoltaic systems as well as auxiliary supplies from other boards. If a removable or rack out circuit breaker or combined fuse switch is used it should, if reasonably practicable, be racked out or removed then locked open and danger tagged. SECURING THE ISOLATION: Locking the isolating switch(es) where practicable or removing and tying back relevant conductors to protect the person(s) carrying out the electrical work. TAGGING: Tagging the switching points where possible to provide general information to people at the workplace. TESTING: Testing to confirm the relevant circuits have been de-energised and any other relevant conductors in the work area. RE-TESTING AS NECESSARY: For example, if the person carrying out the work temporarily leaves the immediate area, checks and tests must be carried out on their return to ensure that the electrical equipment being worked on is still isolated to safeguard against inadvertent reconnection by another person for example, if a wire changes its status when cut, which can occur because it is lifted from earth? If work is left unfinished, the workplace must be left in a safe state including, for example, by: Terminating any exposed conductors Physically securing any exposed conductors or surrounding metal work Tagging, taping off the electrical equipment and the workplace area. Strip, Twist and Tape of exposed conductors. Informing affected persons at the workplace the work is not complete and advising of potential hazards. Taking any necessary precautions to ensure that electrical equipment cannot become inadvertently re-energised. Ensuring that the status of switchboards and electrical equipment are clearly and correctly labelled. Handing over adequate information to workers taking up the unfinished work to allow them to continue the work safely.

Electrocution

All reasonable steps must be taken to ensure that restoring electricity supply following isolation does not pose risks to health and safety at the workplace. For example: Appropriately terminating all conductors Carrying out appropriate testing on any new, altered or repaired electrical equipment, for example tests for insulation resistance, earth continuity, polarity, correct connection and function testing. Removing safeguards, including temporary bonds and short-circuiting devices Notifying all workers working on the electrical equipment and other affected workers at the workplace that electricity is to be restored. Taking precautions as appropriate to ensure that other electrical equipment is not inadvertently energised. Following procedures for removing any locks (or other control mechanisms), tags, notices and safety signs Carrying out a visual inspection to ensure that all tools, surplus material and waste has been removed from the workplace. When electricity is restored, tests must be carried out to confirm that polarity is correct, actives are switched and, where applicable, phase sequences are correct before electrical equipment is used. For further information refer to AS/NZS 3017:2007 Electrical installations ??? Verification guidelines

Electrocution

All tools and leads to be tagged and used through an RCD box. There are a number of things you should do to manage the risks to health and safety associated with electrical risks at the workplace including: Ensure power circuits are protected by the appropriate rated fuse or circuit breaker to prevent overloading. If the circuit keeps overloading, don???t increase the fuse rating as this creates a fire risk due to overheating; instead ensure the circuit is not re-energised until the reason for the operation has been determined by a competent person. Arrange electrical leads so they will not be damaged. So far as is reasonably practicable, avoid running leads across the floor or ground, through doorways and over sharp edges, and use lead stands or insulated cable hangers to keep leads off the ground. In many heavy industries, cable protection ramps are used to protect cables. Don???t use leads and tools in damp or wet conditions unless they are specially designed for those conditions. Ensure circuits where portable electrical equipment can be connected are protected by appropriate RCDs (as required by the WHS Regulations) that are properly tested and maintained. If RCDs, circuit breakers or other over current protective devices including fuses are triggered into operation, ensure circuits are not re-energised until the reason for the operation has been determined by a competent person. Ensure RCDs are effective by regular testing. Workers to undertake a check of the physical condition of the electrical equipment, including the lead and plug connections, prior to commencing use. Taking the electrical equipment out of service if in doubt as to safety, including at any time during use. Reporting arrangements to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that supervisors are advised if a worker takes electrical equipment out of service for safety reasons

Inhaling asbestos fibres

Get copy of building???s Asbestos Management Plan. Review Plan prior to commencement of works. Have in place an Action Plan (Unexpected Finds Protocol) in the event of finding asbestos in the worksite. Workers to be informed of asbestos presence. All workers on site have been trained in identifying asbestos. SWMS in place.

Removal

Develop / receive an Asbestos Removal Control Plan (ARCP). Notification to the regulator, client, workers and affected parties. Use a licenced person for any removal of asbestos in the work area. Monitor air during the removal process. No unauthorised persons to enter contaminated areas until clearance given.

Toxic Vapours | Toxic Dust | Fires | Explosions

Get SDS read and observe. Use low hazard chemicals, SWMS, Training, PPE & RPE

Working with Airborne Contaminants Silica Fumes Mist Gas Vapour Dust

It is important to know what materials you are working with. Read the Safety Data Sheet for the products that you work with and see if the components listed include quartz or silica. If there is no Safety Data Sheet because the silica is generated in a natural environment such as in tunnelling, excavating or drilling operation, you will need to seek alternative information about the likelihood of silica being present in the dust. ELIMINATING AIRBORNE CONTAMINANTS Elimination means you completely remove the hazard from your workplace. SUBSTITUTION Substitution is where you replace a product or chemical with something that is less hazardous and therefore has a lower risk. ISOLATE Isolation is where you place barriers or distance between a hazard and your workers. Physical barriers that remove the worker from contact with silica dust are the most effective form of isolation controls. ENGINEERING Engineering controls to control silica dust include: Automation when cutting, grinding or drilling. Using wet cutting / water suppression methods Local exhaust ventilation Drills, routers, saws and other equipment designed to be fitted with H-class local exhaust ventilation and a water attachment to suppress dust. Cleaning up dust with a H-class HEPA industrial vacuum cleaner. ADMINISTRATIVE Administrative controls rely on worker behaviour, and it is very important to have administrative policies and worker training when airborne contaminants/silica is identified at your workplace. You also need to supervise your workers to make sure they understand and follow your administrative policies. HOUSEKEEPING Good regular housekeeping can eliminate or reduce exposure to airborne contaminants/silica dust, even after work has stopped. Developing written rules and policies for your workplace is a good way to implement housekeeping as an administrative control. Regular cleaning should be done to prevent the build-up of dust in the workplace, including: Floors, walls other surfaces, scaffolds, plant & tools. Making sure all waste products are binned in a way that stops RCS from getting into the air, such as: Putting the waste in a covered bin, keeping the waste wet & bagging the waste. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) You should never rely solely on PPE to protect workers from airborne contaminants / silica dust. You must make sure the PPE you provide is appropriate (check the SDS if one is provided) and fits the worker who will be wearing it. This will ensure that the PPE is doing its job. Wrong or ill-fitting PPE means that airborne contaminants can harm your workers. For example, the dust can get into worker???s eyes or into the worker???s breathing zone and into their lungs. RESPIRATORY PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (RPE) RPE is used to protect an individual worker for airborne silica dust that may not be captured or removed by higher level controls ??? it is used for controlling the residual risk that may be present from work activities involving crystalline silica material. Have you been adequately training to select the suitable RPE for the task, fit tested, repeated annually & how to wear correctly & safely, clean, store, maintain and / or replace as required. Refer to the SDS & SWMS for RPE & PPE recommendations when handling products. CONTROL THE RISK BY Minimising the generation of dust, such as wet cutting. Using drills, routers, saws, and other equipment with dust collecting bags. Using tools fitted with a water attachment to suppress dust (on power saws, jack picks, scabbling picks.) Fitting large machinery (excavators and bulldozers) with cabs that have an effective air filtering system. Using metallic shot, slag products or grit for abrasive blasting, not sand. Wetting down dusty work areas and processes. Cleaning up the dust with an industrial vacuum cleaner or by wet sweeping. Keeping potential dust generating activity separate from other work areas. While wet cutting is significantly better than dry cutting or grinding, it does not completely eliminate fine dust exposure. Respirators should still be worn with wet cutting and the slurry should be removed, especially before it dries out and is likely to produce a dust risk.

Working with Hazardous Material Lead Paint Mineral Fibres

Any hazardous materials should be clearly identified. Information about a chemical???s hazards and control measures can be obtained from the chemical???s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or the label of the chemical???s container. If available, the workplace???s former hazardous chemicals register, or manifest should be referred to for determining the nature and location of previous hazardous chemical storage areas. If the register does not address lead paint, prior to works in each stage a general survey of building elements likely to contain lead is to be undertaken. Have in place an Action Plan (Unexpected Finds Protocol) in the event of finding hazardous material in the worksite. The precautions which should be taken when working with hazardous materials including materials containing lead include: Minimising the generation of lead dust and fumes. Remove and dispose of lead paint surfaces that are to be drilled or sawn in large non-breathable sections prior to abrasing or sawing the building element. Wet cutting and drilling then appropriate disposal of residue prior to drying. Cleaning work areas properly during and after work, Wearing the appropriate PPE, maintaining good personal hygiene. Procedures for patching and painting existing lead painted surfaces to encapsulate the lead surface. Filling to take place after surface is sealed. Any subsequent sanding to not be into underlying lead surface.

Public

Use suitable signage and isolate work areas to ensure adequate protection to the public during installation. Signage: Show the principal contractor???s name & telephone contact numbers (including an after-hours telephone number). Show the location of the site office for the project. Are clearly visible from outside the workplace, or the work area of the workplace, where the construction project is being undertaken. Ensure the principal contractor signage is posted and visible. DANGER CONSTRUCTION SITE DO NOT ENTER This sign is to be a general notification sign. It should be placed approximately on every sixth fence panel, around the site notifying the area, at the change of fence direction or when a person approaches the site from any direction. Fence materials to be stored in areas that will be a minimal risk to the public. In areas of high-risk materials to be kept in an area that is barricaded.

Injury

ELIMINATE the hazard: Eliminate the interaction between vehicles and pedestrians. Eliminating hazards is often cheaper and easier to achieve when designing the layout of the workplace. SUBSTITUTE with something safer: Replace forklifts with more people-friendly load shifting equipment such as a walker stacker or an automated conveyor system. Set-up site vehicle movement to be one-way-in & one-way-out. ISOLATE the hazard from people: Physically separate vehicles and mobile plant from people by distance, using sturdy barricades or by isolating a delivery area from other pedestrian or work activities. Traffic Controls at entry & exit points to manage pedestrians & vehicle movement. Use ENGINEERING controls: Install speed limiters to mobile plant. Manage pedestrians & vehicle movement, insert chicane type devices to slow path users / traffic down. Use ADMINISTRATIVE controls: Create ???no-go zones??? that are clearly marked. Use signs and devices such as mirrors to alert drivers and pedestrians. Use PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): Provide high visibility or reflective clothing.

Injury from machinery roll over and from falling objects

Earthmoving machinery over 1500 kg requires ROPS and FOPS and seat belts fitted. Compliance plate to be attached on machine. Other mobile plant a risk assessment to be undertaken to determine the need for protective structures, accounting for the manner in which the plant is to be operated.

Vehicle roll-away

Driver to stay in vehicle while been loaded or unloaded. Self-loading or unloading: Park in a safe area (preferably flat area) & apply the handbrake fully. Parking the vehicle in the correct gear. For automatic transmission vehicles, this will usually be ???Park (P)???. For manual transmission vehicles: put the vehicle in first gear when facing uphill put the vehicle in reverse when facing downhill Turn off the engine. Use wheel chocks.

Cranes and pumps

Trained operator, maintained equipment, logbooks.

Delivery & Tip Trucks entering site

Trucks making deliveries of building products/materials & tip trucks with dirt do not require a WHS 4.05.04 - Plant Pre-Start Checklist to be completed. Drivers are to remain in the vicinity of the truck with site specific PPE on. ACT heavy vehicles need to be inspected at the Access Canberra Motor Vehicle Inspection Station (MVIS) every two years. NSW Heavy Vehicle Inspection Scheme (HVIS) is an annual roadworthiness inspection scheme.

Injury through breakage/malfunction

Get maintenance records, clearance on hired equipment, elect tags. If break down, isolate remove keys, tag not to be used. SBG Forms: WHS 4.05.01 - Plant and Equipment Register WHS 4.05.02 - Register for Fall Prevention Equipment, Anchorage Points & Lifting Gear WHS 4.05.03 - Plant and Equipment Risk Assessment WHS 4.05.04 - Plant Pre-Start Checklist WHS 4.05.05 - Plant Daily Checklist WHS 4.05.07 - Plant and Equipment Certification

Being hit by moving plant

Have in place a Site Management Plan to show areas of plant movement. Control access in those areas by use of hoardings / barricades. Monitor daily and revise controls as required. All workers on site to be advised of changes. Workers to check constantly for changing hazards while working. Monitor work position always. Ensure: High visibility clothing worn at all times. Do not stand behind reversing vehicles. Allow sufficient distance from plant during operation (allow sufficient room for equipment failure ??? such as arm/boom failure or plant rollover) No work is conducted in established ???no go zones??? for pedestrians. Alertness at all times. Listen for: Reversing alarms/beepers Calls from Plant Operators Safety/warning signs, Spotters, traffic barriers etc. must be obeyed as required. Work positions should be in clear sight of plant operators. Follow traffic management plan requirements. Plant operators must ensure that no person other than the operator rides on the plant unless the person is provided with a level of protection that is equivalent to that provided to the operator. Note: Some traffic management plans may say that pedestrians have right-of-way. Never assume this. Make visual and verbal contact with plant operator as required.

Traffic Management

Only parking in designated areas, keep access clear. Max speed 5 kmh. Plant, Vehicle and People Movement Plans (sketch or formal drawing) should include layout of the workplace, plant operational areas, traffic flow arrangement (one-way preferred), restricted areas (batters and zones of influence), pedestrian walkways, delineation and / or barrier placement, traffic / pedestrian signage to be installed, turning areas, lay-by and lay down areas, crane and concrete pump set up locations etc. that may be required to be staged to reflect current site arrangements or remain static if the site layout permits.

Unauthorised visitors on site in unsafe areas

Report to site office. Site sign in via 1Breadcrumb. All visitors must be escorted always when on site.

Workers being hit by moving vehicles

Have in place a Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) Plan system. A documented risk management process should be undertaken prior to commencement of works. Controls measures to be implemented to minimise risks by using top of the hierarchy before considering lower order controls. Installing traffic control devices e.g., Road safety barriers, containment fences, reduced speed zones, signs. Nationally Recognised Traffic Controller Training (Based on SafeWork NSW). Site Specific SWMS. Refer to WHS 1.06.01 Traffic Management Information Sheet

Falling into water Drowning Trips / slips / falls Impact injury Floating or submerged debris Wave impact / currents Propeller injury Crushed by boat. Back injury / strain Exposure to chemicals Skin irritation Hypothermia Bites / stings Exhaustion Dehydration Heat stress / sunburn Entanglement

Always work with a partner or preferably a team when working in or around water. Wear life jackets if work is undertaken on water or there is a possibility of falling into water. Plan task to be undertaken around water to identify hazards and eliminate injury. Plan to include a medical-evacuation plan. Team to be briefed on tasks to be conducted on or around water. Communication devices to be waterproof where possible, suitable to area of operation and tested before departure. Work in areas where the footing is stable. Do not attempt to stand in or cross swift moving water. Identify and use suitable devices or capture techniques to retrieve animals from water. DO NOT ENTER THE WATER Be aware of sea conditions and maintain a constant lookout for swell, currents and waves. Keep a lookout for submerged or floating objects. Keep away from boat propeller. Do not remain between any vessel and the shore. Do not carry awkward / heavy objects on wet surfaces. Wear suitable personal protection equipment ??? windproof and waterproof clothing / wetsuits, eye protection, face masks, head gear, slip-proof footwear. Wear insect repellent and long-sleeved clothing. Monitor / rotate personnel and ensure regular rest, meal and hydration breaks. Wear sunscreen and suitable hat. SWMS.

Working on, in, or near water

HIERARCHY OF CONTROLS FOR MANAGING RISKS OF WORKING ON, IN, OR NEAR WATER ELIMINATION Eliminate the potential of falling into the water and drowning through work planning and process/workplace design. e.g., remote monitoring/reading devices, pipes, tubes, and pump installation to collect water samples without needing to access the water???s edge. SUBSTITUTION Replace the process, plant, or equipment with an alternate, e.g., fabricate structures on land, then transferring them to be installed in position over water, use drones or remote-controlled submarines, etc. ISOLATION Isolate workers from the water edge by installing a guardrail or barrier around a water body. ENGINEERING Design or re-design the process, plant, or equipment (i.e., install a temporary barrier and provide fixed access / egress). ADMINISTRATIVE Develop SOPs/ SWMS/ Work instructions for undertaking tasks that expose workers to falling into water bodies and drowning ??? warning signage. PPE Hard hats, boots, harnesses, lifejackets, and fall restraint devices.

Finding existing under-ground services

Dial before you dig, documented existing services. Site survey. Use Specialised contractor for underground services detection. Pot holing. Complete SBG form: PMP 6.03.13 -Excavation Permit before any excavation work is carried out. Liaise with electricity supply authorities / asset owners regarding the control measures, management & training for working near under-ground services. Refer to ACTEWAGL / EVOENERGY Electrical Safety Rules.

In-ground services

If excavating, you must identify all electrical cables present. For example: Contact Dial Before You Dig, a free enquiry service for information on underground assets anywhere in Australia. This organisation will tell you if electrical cables owned by one or more of its contributory members are located in the vicinity of your site. Definite cable locations can be determined by special arrangement with the organisations. Dial Before You Dig can be contacted by: Phoning 1100; or Submitting an online enquiry on the Dial-before-u-Dig website (www.1100.com.au) Contact relevant authorities about all cables they may have placed in the vicinity of the excavation. Authorities may include: Electricity Supply Authorities Communication Companies Local Government Authorities, and Water Authorities.

Collapse, partial collapse of structure close to excavation

Contact with engineers prior to works commencement. Put in place systems that have been designed and monitor during excavation process. Have emergency plan in place PMP 4.07.06 - Emergency Response Plan.

Unauthorised access

Barricade areas if in the compound to isolate area from other workers. Fence areas where maybe accessible to the public.

Falls

Have appropriate ramps, steps or other appropriate access to excavation.