Fuel Tank Rust Treatment

SWMS · SWMS-10655

12 job steps
Version 3
Miscellaneous
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This SWMS covers the hazards and controls for treating rust inside a fuel tank, from planning and arriving on site to setting up the elevated work platform (EWP), spraying the tank ceiling, flushing and reloading the tank, completion and emergency response.

It takes your crew through each step, with controls for working near electric lines, falls from height, hazardous atmospheres, chemical and fuel contact, fuel spills and environmental impact.

It suits tank maintenance companies, industrial maintenance contractors, facility management services and the safety officers who run the work.

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

Fuel Tank Rust Treatment

SWMSVersion 3

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: —
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)

FallsInvolves a risk of a person falling from 2m or more, including 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 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
High Visibility
Head Protection
Eye Protection
Face Protection
Hand Protection
Protective Clothing
Breathing 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
  Environmental harm; Fire and explosion
  Before controls4 Acute
  Controls
  - Implement a Fuel Spill Emergency Response Plan.
  After controls2 Moderate
  Responsible
  - Supervisor

IR before controls · RR after controls1 LLow2 MModerate3 HHigh4 AAcute

Overall risk after controls2 MModeratethe highest rating after controls

Work activity
Check weather conditions & prepare
Check the weather and use suitable protective clothing
Work activity
Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditions
Position the vehicle safely and complete the site induction
Work activity
Delivery, set-up & removal of EWP
Work safely near electric lines and operate the EWP correctly
Work activity
Work area set-up
Secure the work area against unauthorised access
Work activity
Environment
Minimise environmental impact, including waste and noise
Work activity
House keeping
Keep the work area clean to prevent slips, trips and falls
Work activity
Manual tasks
Handle loads safely to prevent musculoskeletal injuries
Work activity
Removing, replacing manway tank covers & spraying tank ceiling
Communicate effectively and handle chemicals safely
Work activity
Unloading, flushing & loading the fuel tank
Handle fuel safely and respond to spills
Work activity
On completion
Shut down and check the equipment and leave the site clean
Work activity
Emergency response
Prepare workers to respond to injury and environmental emergencies

Permits

Plant and equipment

Hazardous substances

Supervisory arrangements

SWMS Sign-off

This SWMS developed in consultation and cooperation with workers and relevant organisation representatives. I have read the above SWMS, and I understand its contents. I confirm that I have the skills and training, including relevant certification, to conduct the task as described. I agree to comply with safety requirements within this SWMS, including risk control measures, safe work instructions, and PPE described.

Worker’s name	Job role / positione.g. supervisor, worker, trainee	Licences, competencies & qualificationsType / descriptionClassNumber	Date	Signature
-	-	-	-	-
-	-	-	-	-
-	-	-	-	-
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)

Hierarchy of controls

Risk matrix

Likelihood	Criteria	Description

Level of Effect	Example of each level

Likelihood ↑	InsignificantNo effect, or so minor that the effect is acceptable	MinorMinor first aid treatment, minimal business disruption, minimal environmental effect	ModerateSerious injuries, medium business interruption, medium environmental impact	MajorExtensive injuries or fatality, significant business interruption, environmental harm, prosecution	CatastrophicMultiple permanent disabilities or fatalities, business failure, substantial environmental harm, prosecution or imprisonment
	Consequence →
Almost certainExpected in most circumstances	2 Moderate	2 Moderate	3 High	4 Acute	4 Acute
LikelyWill probably occur in most circumstances	2 Moderate	2 Moderate	3 High	4 Acute	4 Acute
PossibleCould possibly occur at some time	1 Low	2 Moderate	2 Moderate	3 High	4 Acute
UnlikelyUnlikely but possible	1 Low	1 Low	2 Moderate	3 High	4 Acute
RareHighly unlikely to occur	1 Low	1 Low	2 Moderate	2 Moderate	3 High

1 LowRecord and monitor. Proceed with work, and review the risks regularly.
2 ModerateMaintain control measures. Be cautious when working, and monitor and review regularly.
3 HighReview before commencing work. Introduce new controls or maintain high-level controls to lower the risk level, and monitor the controls frequently.
4 AcuteDo not proceed until the risk level is reduced. Immediately introduce high-level controls, and re-assess before proceeding.

Score	Action

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What it covers

12 job steps

PlanningImplement the fuel spill emergency response plan
Check weather conditions & prepareCheck the weather and use suitable protective clothing
Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditionsPosition the vehicle safely and complete the site induction
Delivery, set-up & removal of EWPWork safely near electric lines and operate the EWP correctly
Work area set-upSecure the work area against unauthorised access
EnvironmentMinimise environmental impact, including waste and noise
House keepingKeep the work area clean to prevent slips, trips and falls
Manual tasksHandle loads safely to prevent musculoskeletal injuries
Removing, replacing manway tank covers & spraying tank ceilingCommunicate effectively and handle chemicals safely
Unloading, flushing & loading the fuel tankHandle fuel safely and respond to spills
On completionShut down and check the equipment and leave the site clean
Emergency responsePrepare workers to respond to injury and environmental emergencies

Fuel Tank Rust Treatment

Site management plan

High-risk construction work

Working with a risk of a fall over 2 metres