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Glass Lifter

SWMS · SWMS-10601

  • 15 job steps
  • Version 6

This Safe Work Method Statement outlines the hazards and controls involved in operating a powered mobile glass lifter. It is designed so that all operations are conducted safely, covering specific high-risk construction work areas.

It takes your crew through each job step, from checking the weather and transporting the lifter to lifter operation, changing attachments, crane lifts, maintenance, charging batteries and emergency response. It includes a risk matrix to evaluate and manage risks.

It suits construction companies, glass installation professionals, site supervisors and safety officers, and equipment operators.

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Glass Lifter

SWMSVersion 6

Document details

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 Plant
  • Gas Mains
  • Hazardous Lines
  • Energised Electrical
  • Hazardous 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
  • Sun Protection

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

      • Vehicle cabin is air-conditioned

      • 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

14 more job steps, from Transporting the lifter 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. Check weather conditions & prepareCheck the weather and prepare for hot or cold conditions
  2. Transporting the lifterTransport the lifter safely to and from the job site
  3. Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditionsAssess the site conditions on arrival
  4. Work area set-upSet up the work area and establish exclusion zones
  5. EnvironmentControl environmental impacts such as noise, waste and spills
  6. House keepingKeep the work area clean and free of trip hazards
  7. Manual tasksHandle materials and equipment without causing strain injuries
  8. Establish a communication system with ground workersSet up communication between the operator and ground workers
  9. Lifter operationOperate the lifter and handle loads safely
  10. Changing attachmentsChange the lifter's attachments safely
  11. Lifting the glass lifter with a craneLift the glass lifter with a crane
  12. MaintenanceCarry out routine maintenance and emergency repairs
  13. Charging batteriesCharge the lifter's batteries safely
  14. On completionShut down and secure the lifter after use
  15. Emergency responseRespond to an emergency or incident

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