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Insulation - Ceiling Panel Installation

SWMS · SWMS-10642

  • 14 job steps
  • Version 5
  • Insulation
  • Reads on any phone

This Insulation - Ceiling Panel Installation Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers hazards and controls associated with the use of an elevating work platform (EWP) to install ceiling panels and insulation.

It covers 14 job steps: planning, training on the health effects associated with respirable crystalline silica (RCS), arrival on-site and assessing conditions, delivery, set-up and removal of the EWP, work area set-up, environment, housekeeping, manual tasks, materials delivery, insulation and plasterboard handling, installation from the EWP, fuelling on-site, on completion and emergency response.

It includes a risk matrix and hierarchy of controls to manage the identified risks, and controls for emergencies and suspension trauma, and for the high-risk construction work of pressurised gas mains and lines, energised electrical services, mobile plant movement and falls.

It suits businesses and contractors in construction, particularly those specialising in ceiling panel installation and insulation work, and the safety officers and site supervisors responsible for workplace safety.

Preview of the Insulation - Ceiling Panel Installation SWMS

Insulation - Ceiling Panel Installation

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)

  • 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
  • Mobile PlantMobile plant movement
  • 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/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
  • Head Protection
  • Eye Protection
  • Hand Protection
  • 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

      Contact with electricity

      Before controls4 Acute
      Controls

      • A qualified electrical contractor has assessed the electrical installations.

      • Suitable person (such as a licensed electrician) is sought for advice on type, condition and location of electrical appliances/cables/lighting etc.

      • An assessment of electrical risk from the installation of ceiling insulation is conducted

      • Building plans are available

      • Roof/ceiling spaces have been assessed by a competent person (such as structural engineer) to ensure the surface is capable of holding the weight of people, equipment and insulation

      • Insulation correct type and rating for the job (as specified in building plans/directions, and/or Building Code of Australia - BCA)

      • Manufacturer’s instructions are available on site

      • Ensure:

        • All power to electrical cables is isolated before work commences

        • Follow lock-out/tag-out procedures and obtain advice from a suitable person (such as a licensed electrician) that power is isolated

        • Certificate of electrical safety is obtained if required

        • All electrical cables/equipment are identified and marked

        • Fixing points are clear of cables/equipment

        • Non-conductive, manually operated tools are used.

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisor
    • Hazard

      Falls from height > 2m.

      Before controls4 Acute
      Controls

      • Implement a Falls Emergency Rescue Plan.

      • Whenever a person is wearing a harness, a rescue plan must be in place as suspension trauma can occur to people who fall and remain in the harness for more than 5 minutes

      • The rescue must be able to commence immediately

      • The victim must be moved from suspension in stages – if moved too quickly from full suspension into a horizontal position serious injury or death can occur

      • If a suspension may last up to 5 minutes – foothold straps or another way of placing weight on legs must be provided.

      After controls2 Moderate
      Responsible
      • Supervisor

IR before controls · RR after controls1 LLow2 MModerate3 HHigh4 AAcute

Overall risk after controls2 MModeratethe highest rating after controls

13 more job steps, from Provide training on the health effects associated with RCS to Emergency response

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What it covers

14 job steps

  1. PlanningIdentify electrical risks and make sure all power is isolated before work commences
  2. Provide training on the health effects associated with RCSInform workers about the dangers of respirable crystalline silica dust
  3. Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditionsAssess the site for safety and plan the work accordingly
  4. Delivery, set-up & removal of EWPSet up and operate the EWP safely, including near electrical lines
  5. Work area set-upKeep the work area secure and safe from unauthorised access
  6. EnvironmentManage environmental considerations such as noise, air quality and waste
  7. House keepingKeep the work area clean and orderly to prevent slips, trips and falls
  8. Manual tasksReduce musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) injuries through proper handling techniques
  9. Materials deliveryDeliver and handle materials safely to prevent accidents
  10. Insulation & plasterboard handlingHandle insulation and plasterboard safely to avoid exposure to hazardous materials
  11. Installation from EWPTake precautions when working at height and using the EWP
  12. Fuelling on-siteRefuel safely to prevent fires and exposure to harmful substances
  13. On completionLeave the site secure and all equipment safely stored
  14. Emergency responsePrepare workers to respond to emergencies, including injuries and environmental damage

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