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Plumbing Drain Re-lining

SWMS · SWMS-10621

  • 14 job steps
  • Version 4

This Plumbing Drain Re-lining Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers hazards and controls associated with the process of drain relining.

It covers 14 job steps, from silica dust training, weather checks and arriving on site to setting up the work area, the environment, housekeeping, manual tasks, tools, lifting maintenance hole lids, inspecting and clearing the drain, lining preparation and installation, completion and emergency response.

It suits plumbing professionals, site supervisors and safety officers involved in the drain re-lining process.

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Plumbing Drain Re-lining

SWMSVersion 4
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 (HRCW)

This work activity involves the following “High-Risk Construction Work” (HRCW - identified in the Job Task column)

  • Mobile Plant
  • 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
  • Face Protection
  • Hand Protection
  • Protective Clothing
  • Breathing Protection

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 controls3 High
      Controls

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

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

        • Dust exposure prevention strategies

        • 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

13 more job steps, from Check weather conditions & prepare to Emergency response

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

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What it covers

14 job steps

  1. Provide training on the health effects associated with RCSInform the team of the dangers of silica dust and how to protect themselves.
  2. Check weather conditions & prepareAssess and manage outdoor working conditions, including weather and environmental factors.
  3. Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditionsEvaluate the site upon arrival to identify any potential hazards.
  4. Work area set-upEstablish a safe and organised workspace to begin the re-lining process.
  5. EnvironmentTake precautions to minimise environmental impact during operations.
  6. House keepingMaintain a tidy work area to prevent accidents and ensure efficient workflow.
  7. Manual tasksManage manual handling tasks safely, reducing the risk of injury.
  8. Working with powered & non-powered toolsUse and maintain tools properly for safety and effectiveness.
  9. Lifting pit /maintenance hole lidSafely lift and handle heavy maintenance hole lids using appropriate techniques.
  10. Inspect & clearing drainThoroughly inspect and clear the drain to prepare it for re-lining.
  11. Lining preparationPrepare the re-lining materials and ensure all necessary equipment is ready.
  12. Lining installationInstall the drain lining with precision, adhering to all safety protocols.
  13. On completionEnsure the site is left safe and tidy, with all equipment properly stored.
  14. Emergency responseBe prepared to respond swiftly and effectively in an emergency.

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