Section 1

Introduction.

The purpose of this document is to provide details and guidance on safe working practices for installation of steel tube structure for fabric shade.

This document is to be used as a base for the safe working of all Keep Kool Ltd. Staff and also other trades working on the site.

All staff are to be fully briefed on its contents and implications before beginning work on site.

Example

Install 2x 4.5M posts and 2 x 5.8m posts

Site is play ground with access via the car park route for emergency services must be kept clear.

School facilities are available

All operatives while on site will observe the following:

Site to be enclosed with tape and signed (standard set)
Survey site and position plant
Waste skip to be sighted within the fenced area.
Mark and cut tarmac 800 x800 Cat Scan for U/G services
Position boards to receive spoil
Position auger and drill to 1.8 m
Remove spoil as produced.
Cover hole and fence.
Drill remaining holes as above. Position poles using handle attachments and dolly wheels
Raise poles using steel bar guide and boom attachment.
Receive concrete delivery and fill holes using powered mini skip
Check alignment of poles
Cover and barrier concrete fill
Wash and clear site

Site		Contract Ref.
Assessor DW	Position HSO	Date of Assessment 14/6/06

Operation and Location of Work to be carried out by own/subcontract labour.

Installation of 6 m sun shade

Recognised hazards and risks associated with this work.

Risk to staff /children from plant. .use of JCB auger drill

Duration of likely exposure to this risk(s). e.g. Hour, Day, Week etc.

1 Day

Estimated Degree of Risk	Low	Medium	High
Risk of Exposure	Low	Medium	High
Supervision required (percentage).		100%

ARE ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENTS NECESSARY?	YES	NO	COMMENTS	FORM NUMBER
Personal Protective Equipment	X		If “yes” fill in separate form	Occ23
COSHH		X	“
Manual Handling	X		“
Noise / Vibration	X		“	Ra 024

Further points to be considered:	YES		NO	COMMENTS
Are operatives(s) experienced in the work?	X
Is training required?	X			Installers have CICS and plant operator training
Are others exposed to risk?	X			Barriers and staff co-operation
Have Method Statements been prepared?			X
Are safe systems of work being used?	X			Risk assessment and Client liaison
Can design be modified to reduce risk?			X
Actions to be taken to reduce risk
Staff and children fully informed of purpose and risks of job and boundaries set


Copies to: RS
Re-assessment due on: N/A		Signed:

Site		Contract Ref.
Assessor DW	Position HSO	Date of Assessment 14//06/ 2006

Operation and Location of Work to be carried out by own/subcontract labour.
Drilling 1.8m x.6 hole

Person(s) who require P.P.E. and specific task details
All

Why is P.P.E. necessary and part of body requiring protection
Hearing damage /crush injuries

WHAT IS RISK	YES	NO	P.P.E Required/Comments
Fall from height.
Dust, gas, vapour, fumes.
Slip or fall on ground.
Crush injury.	X		Safety boots /gloves
Flying particles	X		Eye Protection goggles as issued
Other	X		Ear defenders as issued

Further points to be considered:	YES		NO	COMMENTS
Are operatives(s) experienced in the work?	X
Is training in use of P.P.E required?			X
Will wearing P.P.E. create other hazards?			X
Is supervision required?	X
Assessor's comments and/or instructions:
Hi viz tabards at all times
Drill and JCB measured at 90 Db A ear defenders must be worn



Copies to: WW RS
Re-assessment due on: Each site		Signed:

All Site Personnel must be wearing hard hats and high viz jerkins at all times when on site as a matter of course

Site		Contract Ref.
Assessor DW	Position HSO	Date of Assessment 07/06/ 2006

Operation and Location of Work to be carried out by own/subcontract labour.
Cutting to length steel tube

Person(s) who require P.P.E. and specific task details
Thomas when operating disc cutter

Why is P.P.E. necessary and part of body requiring protection
Hearing damage /crush injuries eye penetration

WHAT IS RISK	YES	NO	P.P.E Required/Comments
Fall from height.
Dust, gas, vapour, fumes.	X		General dust mask
Slip or fall on ground.
Crush injury.	X		Safety boots /gloves
Flying particles	X		Eye Protection goggles as issued
Other	X		Ear defenders as issued

Further points to be considered:	YES		NO	COMMENTS
Are operatives(s) experienced in the work?	X
Is training in use of P.P.E required?			X
Will wearing P.P.E. create other hazards?			X
Is supervision required?	X
Assessor's comments and/or instructions:
Hi viz tabards at all times




Copies to:
Re-assessment due on: Each site		Signed:

All Site Personnel should be wearing hard hats at all times when on site as a matter of course

Assessment No.	Date: 21/05/06		Assessor: D Wood
Title	Use of Electrical Plant
Persons covered	All installation staff
Identified Hazard	Use of electrical plant such as drills, extension leads and transformers.
Identified Risks	Risk of electrical shock. Personal injury due to misuse. Trip hazards caused by trailing cables.
Level of Risk	High	Medium		X	Low
Action Taken	All power tools, extension leads and transformers must be periodically tested and the results entered in the test register. Also a label must be fixed to the appliance confirming that it is safe to use and the next test date. All power tools, extension leads and transformers must be visually inspected for defects before use. All connections to any form of supply must be by the correct plug. Post warning signs and cordon off area to avoid trip hazards caused by extension cable. Tools must only be used for the purpose for which they were designed. No portable appliance shall be used unless there is a current test sticker visible.
Residual Risk	High	Medium			Low	X
Further Action Required
Review Date	July /07