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Pipework Mechanical

SWMS · SWMS-10451

  • 19 job steps
  • Version 5

The Pipework Mechanical Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers hazards and controls associated with the safe installation and fitting of mechanical pipework. It is suitable for fire system installation, condenser water pipework, chilled water pipework and similar work.

It covers 19 job steps, from training on the health effects of respirable crystalline silica, planning, arrival on site and weather checks, through work area set-up, the environment, housekeeping, manual tasks, materials delivery, tools and hazardous substances, to working at height, running pipework, connecting valve sets and welding, crane lifts, commissioning, fuelling, completion and emergency response.

It includes controls for high-risk construction work, including fall prevention and the handling of hazardous substances, and a risk matrix to evaluate and reduce each hazard.

It suits businesses and contractors installing mechanical pipework, including fire system, condenser water and chilled water pipework, and the safety officers and site supervisors who oversee that work.

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Pipework Mechanical

SWMSVersion 5
Company doing the work
[Company]
Business contact and phone
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Responsible person (for monitoring SWMS and work)
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Responsible person's phone
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Responsible person's signature
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Date signed
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Principal Contractor (PC)
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PC Address
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PC phone
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Date SWMS provided to PC
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Job Site Address
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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 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 MainsPressurised gas distribution mains or piping
  • Hazardous LinesChemical, fuel or refrigerant lines
  • Energised ElectricalEnergised electrical installations or services
  • FallsInvolves a risk of a person falling from 2m or more
  • Telecom TowersIncluding work on telecommunications towers
  • Hazardous AtmosphereWork in an area that may have a contaminated or flammable atmosphere

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/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?

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
  • 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

    Provide training on the health effects associated with RCS

    • Hazard

      Exposure to respirable crystalline silica (RCS) – dust inhalation

      Before controls4 Acute
      Controls

      • Training and information provided to workers on RCS should include:

        • Identification of RCS dust through Safety Datasheet (SDS) or labels

        • Dust exposure prevention

        • Checking controls are working and using them

        • When and how to use any respiratory protective equipment provided and what to do if something goes wrong (Including worker respirator fit and check processes).

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisor

IR before controls · RR after controls1 LLow2 MModerate3 HHigh4 AAcute

Overall risk after controls2 MModeratethe highest rating after controls

18 more job steps, from Planning to Emergency response

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

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What it covers

19 job steps

  1. Provide training on the health effects associated with RCSTrain workers on the health effects of RCS
  2. PlanningFind out about asbestos on site and plan the lifting and delivery areas
  3. Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditionsPark safely, report to the supervisor and check the site
  4. Check weather conditions & prepareCheck the weather and reschedule or prepare for extreme conditions
  5. Work area set-upClear and barricade the work area and control electrical hazards
  6. EnvironmentControl noise, waste, fuels and chemicals, and protect waterways, plants and animals
  7. House keepingKeep the work area clean, well lit and free of trip hazards
  8. Manual tasksUnload by mechanical means or team lift, and use safe lifting techniques
  9. Materials deliveryUnload and stack materials safely, keeping people clear of trucks
  10. Working with powered & non-powered toolsInspect and use tools to the manufacturer's instructions and keep electrical tools safe
  11. Hazardous substance /chemical useFollow the SDS and use the right PPE with chemicals
  12. Working at height on ladders, trestles, mobile scaffold, fixed scaffold & openingsUse scaffolds and ladders safely and keep clear of overhead power lines
  13. Running PipeworkMark out the pipe run, control falls and manage dust when cutting and drilling
  14. Connecting valve sets & pipework, cutting & welding pipe & fittings to pipeHold a hot work permit and handle gas cylinders and fire risks safely
  15. Pipework installation via crane liftUse licensed crane operators, set up an exclusion zone and keep clear of power lines
  16. Commission systemPressure test and commission the system with a competent person
  17. Fuelling on-siteRefuel safely and keep the right fire extinguisher at hand
  18. On completionDismantle the scaffold, clean up, make equipment safe and sign out
  19. Emergency responseCall 000, follow site emergency procedures and report the incident

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