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Cladding Removal-Installation Rope Access

SWMS · SWMS-10476

  • 15 job steps
  • Version 6
  • Working at Height
  • Reads on any phone

This SWMS covers the hazards and controls for using a rope access system to remove and replace combustible cladding. It is written so the work is carried out safely and effectively, in line with current regulations and standards.

It takes your crew through 15 job steps, from planning, a falls emergency rescue plan and arrival on site, through traffic management, materials delivery, weather, environment, housekeeping and manual tasks, to pre-inspecting the rope system, testing anchor points, removing and replacing the cladding, dismantling, completion and emergency response.

It suits rope access technicians, facade installation contractors, public works departments and site supervisors who plan or oversee cladding work.

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

Preview of the Cladding Removal-Installation Rope Access SWMS

Cladding Removal-Installation Rope Access

SWMSVersion 6
Company doing the work
[Company]
Business contact and phone
—
Responsible person (for monitoring SWMS and work)
—
Responsible person's phone
—
Responsible person's signature
—
Date signed
—
Principal contractor (PC)
[Principal contractor]
PC address
—
PC phone
[PC phone]
Date SWMS provided to PC
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Job site address
[Site address]
Part of a construction project
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Site management plan

If the work is part of a construction project, this SWMS must align with the 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
  • Gas MainsWork on or near pressurised gas distribution mains or piping
  • Hazardous LinesWork on or near chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines
  • Energised ElectricalWork on or near energised electrical installations or services
  • FallsInvolves a risk of a person falling from 2m or more, including work on telecommunications towers

Working with a risk of a fall over 2 metres

The fall from height hierarchy of control level considered when establishing controls:

  • L1Work on the ground or solid construction, not chosen
  • L2Use a passive fall restraint system, e.g. guard rails, scaffolding, EWP, not chosen
  • L3Use a work positioning system, e.g. travel restraint, rope access, not chosen
  • L4Use a fall arrest system, e.g. safety harness, catch platforms, not chosen
  • L5Implement administrative controls, e.g. signage or instruction, not chosen

No level has been chosen yet.

Planning and preparation

Planning

  • 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 and licences

  • 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.

Monitoring and 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

List any site-specific notes

Legislation and codes of practice

None listed.

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Foot Protection
  • High Visibility
  • Head Protection
  • Hand Protection
  • Protective Clothing
  • Sun Protection
  • Safety Harness

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

    Planning

    • Hazard

      Incorrect system design; system collapse

      Before controls4 Acute
      Controls

      • Rigging plan developed and approved by a competent person, i.e., engineer

        • Rigging plan should include:

          • Location (address)

          • Type of building

          • The layout of the building (including skylights/other potential dangers)

          • Anchor points (positions/locations and material to be fixed too)

          • Types of anchors and fixing methods

          • Number of people undertaking work

          • Type of system used.

      • Ensure all components of the rope access system meet relevant Standards

        • Purpose-built suspension rigs must:

          • Be verified by an engineer

          • Be clearly marked with the brand name, model number, and serial number

          • Be clearly marked with its capacity and intended use

          • Clearly display the mass in kg of any movable or removable counterweights.

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisorto confirm the correct system

IR before controls · RR after controls1 LLow2 MModerate3 HHigh4 AAcute

Overall risk after controls2 MModeratethe highest rating after controls

14 more job steps, from Implement a Falls Emergency Rescue Plan to Emergency response

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

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What it covers

15 job steps

  1. PlanningPrepare the rigging plan and design the rope access system
  2. Implement a Falls Emergency Rescue PlanPut a falls rescue plan, a spotter and first aid in place
  3. Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditionsArrive on site, report to the supervisor, complete the induction and do a JSA
  4. Establish on-site systemsSet up traffic management, pedestrian access, barricading, falls controls and anchor points
  5. Materials & waste delivery & removalSafe delivery and removal control measures for materials and waste.
  6. Check weather conditions & prepareCheck the weather and prepare for hot and cold conditions
  7. EnvironmentManage noise, waste, waterways, vehicle movement and fauna on site
  8. House keepingKeep the worksite tidy and handle the panels with care
  9. Manual tasksReduce the risk of manual handling injuries
  10. Pre-inspect system, harnesses, lifting equipment & anchor pointsInspect the rope access system, harnesses, lifting equipment and anchor points before use
  11. Test anchor pointsTest and certify the anchor points before use
  12. Removing & replacing cladding using a rope systemUse the rope system, safety net and fixing gun to remove and replace the cladding
  13. DismantlingDismantle the rope system and equipment in a planned, controlled way
  14. On completionSign out and leave the site by the designated routes
  15. Emergency responseCall emergency services, give first aid and rescue suspended workers

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