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CCTV Drain Inspection

SWMS · SWMS-10622

  • 12 job steps
  • Version 3
  • Plumbing
  • Reads on any phone

This CCTV Drain Inspection Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) outlines the hazards and controls for inspecting drains using CCTV technology.

The SWMS takes your crew through 12 job steps, from checking the weather and assessing the site on arrival to setting up the work area, lifting pit and maintenance hole lids, using tools and chemicals, inspecting and clearing the drain, completion and emergency response.

It suits drainage contractors, council and utility services, maintenance teams and site supervisors.

Written by SafetyDocs safety experts, who have been writing safety documents since 2004.

Preview of the CCTV Drain Inspection SWMS

CCTV Drain Inspection

SWMSVersion 3
Company doing the work
[Company]
Business contact and phone
—
Responsible person (for monitoring SWMS and work)
—
Responsible person's phone
—
Principal contractor (PC)
[Principal contractor]
PC address
—
PC phone
[PC phone]
Date SWMS provided to PC
—
Job site address
[Site address]
Part of a construction project
—

Site management plan

If the work is part of a construction project, this SWMS must align with requirements of the Site Management Plan in place for the Construction Project.

High-risk construction work

This work activity involves the following “High-Risk Construction Work” (HRCW - identified in the Job Task column)

  • Mobile PlantMobile plant movement
  • Traffic CorridorsWork carried out adjacent to a road, railway or shipping lane, traffic corridor
  • Hazardous AtmosphereWork in an area that may have a contaminated or flammable atmosphere

Planning and preparation

Planning/Preparation

  • Liaise with Principal Contractor to identify on-site safety systems and procedures

  • Establish supervisory and communication arrangements

  • Principal contractor to confirm emergency response procedures are in place.

Hold points

  • Hold points identified and signed off before continuing work. (specify the hold points)

Training/Licence

  • All workers to have a General Construction Induction Card

  • Relevant workers have relevant certificates of competency, licenses, and training. Specify on the SWMS Sign-off for each worker.

  • Trained First Aider on site

  • All workers trained in site-specific emergency and evacuation procedures, SWMS, safe work procedures, and safety data sheets.

Worker duties and responsibilities

  • Fit condition for work, i.e., no signs of fatigue, alcohol or drugs

  • Attend all site inductions/briefings

  • Comply with all site requirements, e.g. PPE, Traffic Management Plans (TMP)

  • Only carry out work related to the contract

  • Inspect completed work and report possible safety, environmental and quality matters to the supervisor.

Monitor/Review

  • All people involved in the task must have this SWMS communicated to them before work commences

  • SWMS to be reviewed and amended if necessary, in consultation with relevant people after any near miss or incident

  • If additional site hazards identified, review this SWMS and amend control measures to suit

  • People, including workers, contractors and sub-contractors, affected by the revisions to this SWMS, must be informed ASAP

  • Give the principal contractor a copy of the revised SWMS

  • The site supervisor to monitor works against the controls stated in this SWMS

  • SWMS must be kept on-site and made available for inspection or review

  • Keep a record of this SWMS until the job is complete or for two years if involved in a notifiable incident

  • Regardless of any other factor, the person in control of the workplace must review this SWMS at least annually.

Site-specific notes

Legislation and codes of practice

None listed.

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Foot Protection
  • Hearing Protection
  • High Visibility
  • Head Protection
  • Eye Protection
  • Hand Protection
  • Protective Clothing
  • Breathing Protection
  • Sun Protection

Do not wear rings, watches or jewellery that may become entangled. Long and loose hair must be tied back.

Legislation and codes of practice

None listed.

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Foot Protection
  • Hearing Protection
  • High Visibility
  • Head Protection
  • Eye Protection
  • Hand Protection
  • Protective Clothing
  • Breathing Protection
  • Sun Protection

Do not wear rings, watches or jewellery that may become entangled. Long and loose hair must be tied back.

Job steps, hazards and controls

  • Work activity

    Check weather conditions & prepare

    • Hazard

      Extreme weather

      Before controls3 High
      Controls
      • Check weather conditions – do not work in extreme conditions

      • Reschedule works to work in more moderate temperatures.

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisorto maintain awareness of weather conditions
      • Operatorto follow controls
    • Hazard

      Hyperthermia, hypothermia

      Before controls3 High
      Controls
      • Ensure workers trained to recognise the symptoms of hyperthermia and hypothermia

      • Hot conditions. Ensure:

        • Suitable protective clothing

        • Sun brim on hard hats

        • Safety glasses - UV rated

        • Use 30+ sunscreen on exposed skin

        • Adequate drinking water

        • Access to shade on breaks

        • Adequate breaks.

      • Cold conditions. Ensure:

        • Schedule warm-up breaks

        • Hold breaks inside

        • Dress warmly in layers

        • Stay dry (wet clothing chills the body rapidly)

        • Workers must get out of the cold as soon as they can if starting to feel symptoms

        • Alcohol, cigarettes, caffeine and certain medications increase susceptibility to cold.

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisorto maintain awareness of weather conditions
      • Operatorto follow controls

IR before controls · RR after controls1 LLow2 MModerate3 HHigh4 AAcute

Overall risk after controls2 MModeratethe highest rating after controls

11 more job steps, from Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditions to Emergency response

Each with its hazards, risk ratings and controls, plus your crew's sign-on.

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What it covers

12 job steps

  1. Check weather conditions & prepareCheck the weather and manage hot and cold conditions
  2. Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditionsPark safely, report to the site supervisor and assess the site
  3. Work area set-upSet up barricades and exclusion zones, and manage powerlines and machine stability
  4. EnvironmentManage noise, waste, fuels and chemicals, waterways and vehicle movement
  5. House keepingKeep the work area clean and clear of trip hazards
  6. Manual tasksHandle materials and equipment with safe manual handling
  7. Lifting pit /maintenance hole lidLift the pit or maintenance hole lid clear of plant and crush points
  8. Working with powered & non-powered toolsUse powered and non-powered tools safely, including electrical and diesel or petrol tools
  9. Hazardous substance /chemical useFollow the SDS when using hazardous chemicals
  10. Inspect & clearing drainProtect edges, vent and check the atmosphere, and run the CCTV and feeder lines safely
  11. On completionRemove barricades, secure the machine and key, and sign out
  12. Emergency responseCall 000, follow emergency procedures and report the incident

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