SWMS-Elevated-Work-Platforms-WHS098-V005
SWMS-Elevated-Work-Platforms-WHS098-V005
1. RESPONSIBILITIES
Charles Sturt Campus Services Limited will conduct inductions for all workers (inclusive of employees and subcontractors) prior to commencing site work. A record of site inductions
and toolbox meetings will be kept at the Charles Sturt Campus Services Limited office for future reference.
The Principal Contractor or Client will provide adequate amenities (toilets, wash rooms, dining facilities etc) as defined for this work type and in accordance with Safe Work Australia
Code of Practice Managing the Work Environment and Facilities.
All Charles Sturt Campus Services Limited workers engaged in site work are required to wear the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as noted in this document. No glass
containers will be allowed on site (except in meal rooms). The consumption of illegal drugs and alcohol is prohibited.
2. DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This brief, step by step work summary is to be completed by the Person Conducting Business or Undertaking (PCBU) or Site Supervisor on site prior to work commencing to assist
in the identification of possible hazards:
1. Annual cleaning of gutters from debris on the majority of CSU buildings
2. Annual cleaning of high external windows on the majority of CSU buildings
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3. RISK ASSESSMENT
LIKELIHOOD CONSEQUENCES
(probability) If the risk event actually occurs what is the severity of Injuries/Potential damages/Financial impacts?
DISASTROUS MAJOR SERIOUS MINOR NEGLIGIBLE
• Fatality / Permanent • Long term Illness or • Medical attention • Medical attention less • 1st Aid injury.
How likely is the Disability. Significant injury. more than one week than one week off • Negligible Damage &
event to occur? • Extensive Damage & • Major – Damage & off normal duties. normal duties. Financial loss
Financial loss Financial loss • Serious Damage & • Minor Damage &
Financial loss Financial loss
ALMOST CERTAINLY CAT 1. CAT 1. CAT 2. CAT 2. CAT 3.
WILL OCCUR CRITICAL RISK No. 25. CRITICAL RISK No. 23 HIGH RISK No. 20 HIGH RISK No. 16 MODERATE RISK No. 11
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When assessing the risk of a particular hazard remember:
• The rating you use should indicate the importance of the action required to minimise the Risk posed by the Hazard.
• The more Hazards you identify the greater the overall Risk on the site.
• Overall Risk increases as the number of people exposed to a Hazard increases.
• The more serious the potential impact to a person’s health from a Hazard the greater the Risk.
• The frequency of exposure to a Hazard will increase the Risk.
Hierarchy of Controls
Eliminate Most Effective Eliminate – ‘Design out’ the hazard when new materials, equipment and work systems are being purchased for the
workplace.
Substitute Substitute - Substitute less hazardous materials, equipment or substances and use smaller sized containers.
Isolate – Separate the workers from hazards using barriers, enclosing noisy equipment and providing exhaust or
Isolate ventilation systems.
Engineering – Use engineering controls to reduce the risks such as guards on equipment, hoists or other lifting and
Engineering moving equipment.
Administrative – Minimise the risk by adopting safe working practices or providing appropriate training, instruction or
Administrative
information.
Personal Protective Personal Protective Equipment – Make sure that appropriate PPE is available and used correctly.
Equipment (PPE)
Least Effective
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The Work Process - “Risk Rating” and “Who is Responsible” is to be completed by the PCBU or Site Supervisor prior to work commencing. Additional Site Specific Requirements
are to be entered following this section:
Residual risk
Step by Step Risk after Hierarchy Who is
Steps Possible Hazards Safety Controls
Procedure Rating of controls responsible?
applied
1 Risk Workplace / worksite N/A • Complete Part 1 and 2 Of the EWP Association of Australia EWP Operator,
Assessment hazards Safe Use Information Pack. Supervisor,
Unlicensed / untrained • Complete a Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) for WIO, PCBU
workers Elevated Work Platforms;
• Identify additional safety controls where required using
the Risk Assessment Worksheet and Hazard Report
Form;
• Manage the risks to health and safety associated with
falls from one level to another that is reasonably likely to
cause an injury;
• Obtain approvals from the supply authorities where
required;
• Make sure workers are trained, qualified or experienced
to carry out the specified tasks; and
• Request appropriate licences or certification when
required before allowing work to commence.
2 Personal Injury, illness, permanent N/A • Where applicable, check condition of harnesses, ropes, EWP Operator,
Protection disability and in extreme shackles and fixing points for fall arrest system; Supervisor,
Equipment (PPE) cases death. • Check condition of hard hats - brim or neck flaps, gloves, WIO, PCBU
safety boots, sunscreen, high visibility reflective clothing
or vests, ear plugs or earmuffs and any other Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate for this work;
• PPE is to be used only when no other control can reduce
or eliminate the hazard / risk;
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Residual risk
Step by Step Risk after Hierarchy Who is
Steps Possible Hazards Safety Controls
Procedure Rating of controls responsible?
applied
• Inspect all PPE prior to use making sure it is suitable for
use;
• Make sure all workers are issued with and wear the
recommended PPE as required for safety on the worksite
and specific to the activities and tasks; and
• Train workers in the correct use, maintenance and
storage of PPE.
3 Services / Overhead services and CAT 2 • Site Supervisor to check for overhead hazards; CAT 3 Site
Utilities electricity / powerlines High • Make sure Elevated Work Platforms (EWP) are not MODERATE Supervisor,
Death/Serious Injury Risk erected within 4 metres of overhead power lines unless RISK NO. 10 EWP Operator
No.19 they are protected;
• Never work in high winds near overhead power lines;
(Unlikely • If power lines are in close proximity to the work area, but
to greater than 4 metres, cover the lines with tiger tails; and
Occur) • If power lines are closer than 4 metres, power must be
turned off as tiger tails are not insulators.
• If contact is made with live services the operator is to
a. Warn all persons that the EWP is live
b. If safe manoeuvre the EWP clear of live apparatus
c. If unable to manoeuvre clear, all personnel are to be
advised not to approach the EWP and to contact
emergency services immediately (Ph 000)
If it is necessary to exit EWP jump clear do not step off
(only to exit if absolutely necessary e.g. fire or
explosion)
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Residual risk
Step by Step Risk after Hierarchy Who is
Steps Possible Hazards Safety Controls
Procedure Rating of controls responsible?
applied
4 Assess work Access and egress CAT 2 • Make sure all access ladders, steps and ramps are safe CAT 4 Site
area access Public (pedestrians / High and secure; LOW RISK Supervisor,
and weather others) Risk • Make sure edge protection and handrails are in place and NO. 3 EWP Operator
conditions Falls from heights secure where required;
No.19
Hit by falling objects • Immediately cease work in hazardous weather conditions
Slips, trips and falls (Unlikely such as:
Lighting to o Thunderstorms and strong winds that may cause
Eye injury Occur) loss of balance;
Collisions, Impacts o Rain is causing a slippery work surface;
Death/Serious Injury o Excessive glare is being emitted from work
surfaces and/or poor lighting affects visibility;
• Remove any items that may obstruct the work activity;
and
• Check for any items that may cause slips, trips and falls
and remove or secure them as required.
5 Preparation of Falls from heights CAT 2 • All workers on the ground must wear hard hats and CAT 4 EWP Operator
work area Hit by falling objects High maintain constant awareness of overhead work; LOW RISK
Death/Serious injury Risk • Erect signage below the overhead work warning of NO. 3
Collisions, Impacts potential Hit by Falling Objects;
No.19
• Where possible, barricade or tape off the area
(Unlikely underneath overhead work and restrict access;
to • Provide safe means of raising, lowering and storing tools,
Occur) plant, materials and debris; and
• Prior to work commencing, clear work area and remove
large items with assistance using correct manual handling
techniques.
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Residual risk
Step by Step Risk after Hierarchy Who is
Steps Possible Hazards Safety Controls
Procedure Rating of controls responsible?
applied
6 Inspect Plant and equipment – CAT 2 • Check condition of all PPE; CAT 4 EWP Operator,
Elevated Work impact / crushing injuries High • Check current certificate of registration; LOW RISK WIO, Site
Platform Fall from heights Risk • Elevated Work Platform (EWP) shall be inspected and NO. 3 Supervisor
Hit by falling objects tested by the operator or a competent person, in
No.19
Powerlines – accordance with the manufacturer's pre-operational
electrocution (Unlikely checklist;
Death/Serious Injury to • Before checking or operating the EWP, disconnect 240v
Equipment failure Occur) power (battery charger/extension cords);
Hydraulics failure • Check rated Safe Working Load (SWL) is marked on
equipment;
• Workers operating the Elevated Work Platforms (EWP)
must be trained and instructed in safe operating
procedures for the particular brand and type of
equipment;
• The EWP should only be used as working platforms, they
should not be used as a means of access to and egress
from a work area unless the conditions set out in AS
2550.10 are met;
• Unless the EWP are designed for rough terrain, the
platforms must be used only on a solid level surface;
• EWP surface area must be checked to make sure that
there are no penetrations or obstructions which could
cause uncontrolled movement or overturning of the EWP;
• When the EWP is designed for rough terrain, make sure
the manufacturer’s/suppliers’ instructions are consulted
for information on safe operation;
• Make sure appropriate fall protection is in place when
working at heights, such as safety harnesses, safety nets
and/or other safe fall arrest methods;
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Residual risk
Step by Step Risk after Hierarchy Who is
Steps Possible Hazards Safety Controls
Procedure Rating of controls responsible?
applied
• Make sure the lanyard is as short as possible;
• Check warning devices, such as flashing lights and
audible alarms are operational;
• Check socket outlet and the Residual-Current Device
(RCD) on boom hoist;
• Make sure all equipment is operating and functioning
correctly;
• Check pneumatic tyred wheels are free of defects and
inflated to the correct pressure to ensure stability;
• Make sure puncture proof tyres (foam filled) or dual
wheels are used where there is the possibility of tyre
damage;
• Check condition of steering linkages, wheels and wheel
nuts;
• Check condition of chassis, scissor, boom sections,
outrigger / stabiliser legs for cracks / damage / security;
• Inspect all fibreglass components for cracks especially
where bonded to boom;
• Inspect chain and cable mechanisms for slackness and
damage (for vertical lifts);
• Inspect hydraulic hoses and fuel system for
leaks/damage (look for puddles on ground);
• Check all fluid levels (engine oil to main and auxiliary
engines, radiator, fuel and hydraulic tank);
• Inspect all cables and wiring for damage;
• Check controls are not damaged and they return to the
neutral / central position when released;
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Residual risk
Step by Step Risk after Hierarchy Who is
Steps Possible Hazards Safety Controls
Procedure Rating of controls responsible?
applied
• Check operation of emergency stop and deadman (if
applicable). Machine should stop when deadman button or
foot control is released;
• Check operation of brakes and controls at ground and
platform levels (fwd / rev / raise / lower / slew etc). Be
aware some machines have a time delay before brakes
apply;
• Check operation of platform emergency descent and / or
operator retrieval system (if fitted);
• Provide and practice rescue from the EWP; and
• Clean mud from footwear before climbing onto work
platform.
• Fill out and complete the “Pre Operational Inspection
Checklist” form daily.
7 Using elevated Plant and equipment – CAT 2 • Check manufacturers operating instructions are on CAT 3 EWP Operator
work platform impact / crushing injuries High machine and familiarise yourself with these before MODERATE
Fall from heights Risk operating EWP; RISK NO. 10
Hit by falling objects • All workers to wear recommended Personal Protective
No.19
Powerlines - Equipment (PPE) as advised by the Site Supervisor after
electrocution (Unlikely all other controls to eliminate hazards are in place. PPE
to includes but is not limited to: eye and hearing protection,
Occur) approved respirators, hard hats, safety boots, gloves and
sun protection;
• All workers to wear an approved fall arrest harness
designed for attachment to a lanyard assembly including
a personal energy absorber if there is a risk of free-fall;
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Residual risk
Step by Step Risk after Hierarchy Who is
Steps Possible Hazards Safety Controls
Procedure Rating of controls responsible?
applied
• Assess the weight to be lifted (workers, materials, tools
and equipment) and never exceed the recommended
lifting capacity;
• Use boom lift as an access platform only;
• Make sure all guardrails and/or access doors are closed
and secure before leaving the ground;
• Make sure all workers stay within the platform or boom
bucket at all times;
• Immediately cease work and return to ground level if the
weather becomes hazardous;
• Secure all loose objects. Use a lanyard where
appropriate such as carrying hand tools;
• Check materials, equipment or objects below or near work
platform are secure;
• Maintain control of materials on the work platform;
• Make sure platform is kept well clear of materials and other
equipment;
• Make sure all workers enter and exit the EWP from
ground level;
• Never enter or exit the EWP when in the raised position;
• Never use ladders, steps or similar on the EWP to gain
extra reach;
• Never use the EWP to carry heavy tools or equipment;
and
• Provide safe means of raising, lowering and storing tools,
plant, materials and debris.
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Residual risk
Step by Step Risk after Hierarchy Who is
Steps Possible Hazards Safety Controls
Procedure Rating of controls responsible?
applied
8 Leaving the Fall from heights CAT 2 • Make sure the work area is left clean and tidy; CAT 3 EWP Operator,
work Hit by falling objects High • Never leave ladders or tools and equipment unattended in case MODERATE WIO
area/Securing Access and egress Risk
of unauthorised use or an unexpected change in weather; RISK NO. 10
EWP after use Manual handling –
No.19
• Always check to make sure all ladders, steps and ramps are
strains, sprains and back stable before descending;
injuries (Unlikely • Provide safe means of lowering tools, plant, materials and
Slips, trips and falls debris to make sure they are not carried while descending
to
Unauthorised use, ladders, steps and ramps; and
Occur)
causing damage to • Make sure EWP is secure against unauthorised entry.
property and people
Site Specific Requirements - To be completed by the PCBU or Site Supervisor if site-specific hazards are identified (attach additional pages if necessary):
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Step by Step Risk Who is
Steps Possible Hazards Safety Controls
Procedure Rating responsible?
Licence: Work Cover National Licence to Perform High Risk Work WP Licence
Trade licence required to complete this work
EWPAA Yellow Card - SL & BL
Additional training required to complete this work Site Specific Induction and SWMS review required for all workers
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5. SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Officer for this project is __________________, he/she can be contacted on _______________ or __________________.
The Site Supervisor for this project is _________________, he/she can be contacted on ________________ or _______________________.
The Health and Safety Representative (HSR) for this project is _______________, he/she can be contacted on ________________.
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6. TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES 8. PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
The HSR will: Plant and Equipment used on site includes but is not limited to:
a) identify the WHS training needs of management, supervisors and workers on Plant and/or Equipment Inspection and maintenance checks required
site; Visual inspection prior to use and as per
Elevated Work Platforms
b) make sure that appropriate training is carried out internally and/or by Safe Work manufacturer’s recommendations
Australia accredited trainers;
c) make sure that all personnel attend general construction WHS induction training
before starting work;
d) make sure that all personnel attend adequate site-specific induction, work activity
and refresher safety training; 9. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
e) conduct induction training, task training and refresher safety training for PPE for this task includes but is not limited to:
everyone working on site; and
1 Hard hats / sun hats 6 High visibility clothing / vests
f) keep appropriate records of WHS training at the Charles Sturt Campus Services
Limited office. 2 Safety boots 7 Safety harness / fall arrest
3 Sunglasses / safety glasses 8 Sun Protection
7. INCIDENT MANAGEMENT 4 Hearing Protection 9
The HSR will: 5 Protective gloves 10
a) be available (both during and outside normal working hours) to prevent, prepare
for, respond to and recover from incidents; and
b) make sure that the procedures for contacting the relevant person(s) are
communicated and clearly displayed on the sites.
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10. ACCESS
No access shall be permitted by other trades into the work area whilst work is in progress. If necessary, appropriate signage and/or hoarding will be set up around the work area to
prevent access. Such signs and hoarding will be removed and area made-good on completion of work.
11. LEGISLATION, REGULATIONS, CODES AND STANDARDS
The following reference documents have been identified as relevant to this project and a copy is kept at the Charles Sturt Campus Services Limited office. This list is a guide only and
is not necessarily all the relevant documentation:
Australian Standards • Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals
• AS/NZS 4801:2001 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems - • Labelling of workplace Hazardous Chemicals
specifications • Managing the Work Environment and Facilities
• OHSAS 18001:2007 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems – • Ladders
requirements • Hazardous Manual Tasks
• AS/NZS 3760 In service safety inspection & testing of electrical equipment • Safe Work Method Statements
• AS 6001 - Working Platforms for Domestic Construction • First Aid in the Workplace
• How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks
Legislation • Electrical Risks in the workplace
• Work Health and Safety Act 2011 • Guide to preventing and responding to workplace bullying
• Work Health and Safety Regulations 2014 • Dealing with workplace bullying – a worker’s guide
• Safework compliance policy & prosecution guidelines
• Workers Compensation Act 1987 Standard Operating Procedures
• Workplace Injury Management & Workers Compensation Act 1998 • Check Schedule & Sign off on Completions
• Workers Compensation Regulation 2010
• National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work Work Instructions
• Work Cover Preventing Slips, Trips and Fall • Clean Ceilings and cornices
Industry Codes • Clean Doors, Walls and partitions
• Managing Noise & Preventing Hearing Loss at Work • Clean Graffiti off all surfaces
• Manual Handling • Dust Air Conditioning and return vents
• Managing Electrical Risks in the workplace • Clean window coverings
• Managing the risks of falls in the workplace
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12. SIGNOFF
The representatives of Charles Sturt Campus Services Limited listed below have been involved in the creation and implementation of this Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) and
will make sure all work is carried out in accordance with this document. All workers listed below have the appropriate licence/qualifications and/or experience required to perform each
job task:
Signature and details of person responsible for site supervision of the work, inspecting and approving work areas, work methods, compliance with SWMS, protective
measures, plant, equipment and power tools for this site:
Signed: Date:
Name: Position:
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