PFEIFFER

Cranes Pty Ltd

Name of Project
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Safe Work Method Statement

For

General Crane Lifts

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ABN 53 092 206 721
Client: Project: Work Activity: Address of Work Activity: Personnel qualifications & experience required: Engineering details, Certificates/WorkCover approvals required: Legislation, Codes of Practice, Standards applicable: Work to be done Address Operator with appropriate crane licence and suitable experience WorkCover Registration of Plant

Workplace Health and Safety Act 2000 Workplace Health and Safety Regulation 2001 AS 2550, AS 1418. Mobile Crane Hire Code of Practice Operator work under Clients Name Site Foreman instructions Site Induction What crane is going to be used Pre-start inspection check Scheduled maintenance of crane Annual Inspection (Cranesafe) Personal protective clothing, eg. Hard hat, gloves, Steel cap boots etc Other as required by site. Load charts, Computer limit alarms, slew warning lights. Contact Site Foreman or Project Engineer. If incident involves significant injury, contact WorkCover & workers compensation insurance. (Any appropriate safety procedures or hazard control plans)

Supervision and inspection to be provided: Training & induction to be provided: Plant and equipment to be used: Maintenance checks to be performed on plant and equipment: Protective equipment to be used: Warning signs & control measures: Details of emergency procedures: List of attachments:

Prepared by: Trinity Pfeiffer OHS Date

Reviewed by: Jack Pfeiffer Engineer Date

Approved by: Delcie and Fred Pfeiffer Managing Director Date

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01 02 03 04 4.1 4.2 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 Toolbox Meeting Evaluate Weather Conditions Site Set Up Crane Set Up Chart for assessing ground conditions Formula for setting up crane base Adequate Operational Zones Mobile Crane Operation Crane operating within close proximity to power lines Communications Collision Prevention Procedures Using Mobile phone during Crane Operation, Rigging/Dogging Unauthorised Personnel Lifting Equipment Loading Offloading Trucks Manual Handling Slinging Loads Dual Lift Procedures Loose Items Using Safety Equipment Ladders Traffic Control Safe use of Rubbish Skips Refueling of Plant and Equipment Noise Heat Stress UV Radiation Housekeeping

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Minimum Outrigger Pad Area and Ground Pressure Calculations Acknowledgment of Tool Box Talk

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Company Name: Work Task: Principle Contractor: Date of Works: Project: This SWMS has been approved by: Name: Fred and Delcie Pfeiffer Position: Managing Director Pfeiffer Cranes Launceston ABN 53 092 206 721 1 Donalds Avenue, Prospect, Tasmania 7250 Phone: (03) 63 431 762 Fax: (03) 63 431 728

Work Method Statement

Resources: Trades involved: Riggers, Crane Driver Equipment Used: What crane is being used Maintenance checks: Current lifting chain test certificates. All Crane log books to be up to date. Safety harnesses checked by competent person. Materials Used: Rigging equipment Work Activity Qualifications or Competencies Legislations General lifts on site

Licensed Crane Operator, Rigger and Dogger

Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995 Workplace Health and Safety Regulation 1997

Standards

AS1418 Cranes (including hoists and winches) AS2550 Cranes Safe Use AS/NZ 1891 Industrial fall arrest systems and devices
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Work Method Statement

RESPONSIBILITY
(Who is going to ensure this happens?)

POTENTIAL HAZARDS and RISKS

(What can harm you?)

RISK

CONTROL MEASURES
(What are you going to do to make the job as safe as possible?)

01

Toolbox meeting

Ensure all personnel are fully conversant with the safety precautions. Sign the back page.

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Evaluate weather conditions

Inclement weather eg High Winds, Rain Injury to members of the public and site personnel

Crane to check the wind speed by either using a hand held air speed anemometer or the cranes anemometer. Check the cranes Load Chart and or the Operators Manual and make yourself aware of the wind limitations and shutdown point. All actions are to cease if inclement conditions are prevailing or if the operator deems it is unsafe to lift. Crane driver and riggers to advise principal Contractor and Pfeiffer Cranes . The site manager is to explain task including point loadings and what that relates to on site. Crane crews are to hold the appropriate certificate of competency.

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Site set up

Lack of understanding of procedures Lack of understanding of SWMS Ground conditions insufficient Underground services Overhead obstructions Unauthorised personnel

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Crane set up

Establish and barricade off adequate exclusion zones around the works (20 meters). Ensure crane is set up on firm ground. Check the area for underground services ie. Communication cables, sewerage etc. Make sure there are no overhead obstructions ie power lines. Check crane mechanically fit. Work within cranes capabilities and lifting specifications. Use and adhere to crane warning devices. Wear hard-hats at all times. Non-essential personnel are kept out of this area.

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Work Method Statement

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POTENTIAL HAZARDS and RISKS

(What can harm you?)

RISK

CONTROL MEASURES
(What are you going to do to make the job as safe as possible?)

4.1

Chart for assessing ground conditions

H Outriggers sinking Crane rollover

The base timbers of any packing should be closely packed and must cover as large an area as is necessary to safely transmit their load to the ground. To estimate the area of base necessary to do this, use the formula below. The soil value (V) varies, according to surroundings.

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Work Method Statement

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POTENTIAL HAZARDS and RISKS

(What can harm you?)

RISK

CONTROL MEASURES
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4.2

Formula for setting up crane base

Crane collapsing

Minimum outrigger pad and ground pressure calculations go to page 22 If any doubt exists, increase the packing areas. NOTE: When the boom is used over one outrigger, the calculated packing areas should be increased at lease 40 per cent.

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Adequate Operational Zones

Overhead services Uncontrolled load Fall from heights Falling objects Protection to site staff Underground services

Locate proximity of, and constantly monitor all overhead utilities, wire, pipes etc. Ensure the correct lifting methods are used for all loads and are only to be secured by a qualified dogger, rigger. Use a tag line for loads that may become difficult to handle. Establish and barricades off adequate exclusion zones around works (20 meters) Harnesses to be worn and secured Non-essential personnel are to be kept out of this area Daily & weekly service checks to be completed as per the crane log book Maintain three points of contact when climbing onto and off the crane. All lifting gear to be checked as part of the daily inspection. The crane operator will ensure that dogger conduct their daily checks. Crane operator to complete daily maintenance service sheets. A major service is to be undertaken every 2500 hours per crane logbook. The site manager is to contact service contractor to arrange a time for this service to be undertaken. Details of the service and maintenance undertaken are to be recorded in the crane logbook. The copy remains in the crane on site. The crane driver is to ensure the navigation lighting (if installed) is functional before leaving site each day.

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Mobile Crane Operation

Mechanical failure due to lack of routine maintenance.

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Work Method Statement

RESPONSIBILITY
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POTENTIAL HAZARDS and RISKS

(What can harm you?)

RISK

CONTROL MEASURES
(What are you going to do to make the job as safe as possible?)

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Mobile Crane Operation

Mechanical failure due to lack of routine maintenance.

For Breakdowns, the operator is to assess to the best of his ability, the cause of the malfunction, and immediately contact the Site Managers Office for further instructions. If there is any reason to suspect that the crane may not be safe to operate, the crane is to be shut down until expert advice is obtained. In the case of an emergency, the crane operator is to assess to the best of his ability the situation, and take the necessary measures to ensure the safety of the people on site. Immediately contact the Site Manager and await instructions. The working load limit switches are set and operational at project commencement. Under no circumstances are the load limit switches to be tampered with or made inoperable. The load indicator limit is to be tested with an approved weight test every six (6) months. Over lifting of the crane during normal operations is not permitted under any circumstances. Operation is to be undertaken in a controlled steady manner. Excessive speed and dangerous operational practices is not tolerated. The operator must not operate the crane in any position where the machine or any part of its load can come within 3 metres of overhead power lines and 6-8 metres of power lines on transmission towers Crane Crew (Rigger, Dogger, Crane Operator) to be on constant guard against boom of crane, chains and loads coming into close proximity with external power lines. A Spotter to be allocated if working in NO-GO-ZONE (up to 3 meters of power lines). If unsure of proximity to power lines and safe work procedures, consult with local authority before commencing work. Doggers are to act as constant spotters for close proximity to no go zone.

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07 Crane operating within close proximity to power lines Striking power lines Electrocution Fire Explosion Burns Various injuries Load falling H

Rigger/Dogger Crane Operator Spotter Project Manager Site Safety Officer

Specific site procedures must be drafted and signed

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CONTROL MEASURES
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off by the Doggers and Crane Operators. 07 Crane operating within close proximity to power lines H Striking power lines Electrocution Fire Explosion Burns Various injuries Load falling

Specific site procedures must be drafted and signed off by the Doggers and Crane Operators. 08 Communication Loss of communication Failure to understand direction H

Specific site procedures are to be followed for power lines. All crane movement must be performed with extra caution and slow speed to ensure full control of the hook or load when operating inside the buffer zone (3 meters). Pfeiffer Cranes Supervisor will ensure that at least one or more of the following additional controls are used, prior to working within the 3 metre exclusion zone: o Spotters o Tiger tails o De-energising of power lines o Re-routing of power lines Note Doggers cannot operate as professional electrical spotters without a specific electrical spotters ticket. A qualified spotter must be available on site at all times if a crane has a chance of coming into close proximity to power lines, less than 3 meters.

Rigger/Dogger Crane Operator Spotter Project Manager Site Safety Officer

Explain procedure. Ensure everyone understands. Use hand and whistle signals. Use two way radios in necessary. o Check that the batteries are fully charged o Do a radio check o Charging of batteries must be done at the end of shift or sooner if required. o Batteries must be fully discharged prior to being recharged to retain battery lift. Dogger and designated spotter are to keep a visual check of the position of the crane, and the other plant and keep the operator informed of the position of his crane in relation to the other plant operator or other people. Doggers are to watch closely for any change in boom location and inform

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Collision Prevention Procedures

Crane booms coming into contact Injuries to people Damage to property Damage to equipment

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CONTROL MEASURES
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10 Using mobile phone during crane operation, rigging and dogging Persons distracted. Loads incorrectly rigged up and secured. Loads not being directed safely. Unsafe operation of the crane. VH

the crane operator(s) by radio Work may continue within the Total exclusion/no go zone, providing all parties are in agreement and fully aware of the situation, and a person designated as a spotter is present, not the dogger. Work will not re-commence until the situation is resolved. Mobile phones are prohibited during the following activities; o While communication of instructions are being actioned between the crane crews. o During the rigging of material loads and equipment. o During the dogging of loads and while the load is on the hook. o At any time when the crane has a load on the hook. The crane crew is to make sure that there are no unwarranted distractions that may effect the safe lifting and crane operation procedures. Erection and maintenance of barricades, signs and warning lights (if warranted in accordance with the risk) Back filling and covers over trenches and excavations. Security patrols (usually by Contract Management) Community awareness, such as public notices (usually by Contract Management). Correct slinging techniques are to be used at all times. All lifting equipment must be checked and tagged current. The dogger will ensure that all the lifting gear is checked daily, and is in good working order. Any faults to the lifting gear, the dogger is to advise PFEIFFER CRANES immediately. When loading or offloading equipment from a truck or van, employees are encouraged to be constantly aware when stepping backwards especially when carrying a load.

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Unauthorised personnel Failure to prevent members of the public or other persons entering the site. Lifting Equipment

Injuries of various kinds

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Falling objects Fall from heights Cuts and Bruises Stains and Sprains Mechanical Failure

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Loading Offloading trucks

Fall from rear of truck

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Manual Handling

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Slinging Loads

Sprains Muscle strains Tendon and ligament damage Spinal damage Falling objects Cuts and Bruises Stains and Sprains Fall from heights Striking objects Stuck by objects Electrocution Caught between objects

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Falling objects Cuts and Bruises Strains and Sprains Fall from heights Striking objects Struck by objects Electrocution Caught between objects Heat Stress

Adopt good Manual Handling techniques eg straight back and bend knees, clear access ways etc Team lifts Use other devices that assist moving loads Seek assistance if required. No Crane Movement (Including movement of chains), Prior to Communication with Dogger. Correct slinging techniques are to be used at all times. 4 chains are to be used on rubbish skips and lifting containers. Safety/back up slings are to be used on Pre-cast concrete. Safety pins are to be inserted in brick cage tines. Smooth steel bar is to be double wrapped in the chains. Screw jacks are to be lifted in bins or are to be stacked neatly on a pallet and strapped in place using steel wrapping. Bricks and blocks are to be wrapped in plastic or adequately strapped prior to lifting with the brick cage. Synthetic fiber sandbags are not to be lifted by the handles, a brick cage or bin is to be used. All loose items are to be lifted in as approved lifting container. Eg bolts, plates, small miscellaneous items. If the dogger believes a load is unsafe to lift, it is to be re-stacked by the contractor responsible or the dogger to the doggers satisfaction prior to lifting. All lofting devices (bins, kibbles, cages containers etc) must display their self weight (SW) and their safe working load limit (SWL). Form work components such as shutters and column boxes must be fitted with approved lifting lugs. The appropriate ratings must be displayed on the approved lifting devices prior to slinging a load. All loads (that is concrete, building materials etc) to enter site, and unloading will be from within the site (or from an approved designated demarcated area traffic controllers to be used if needed). At no time will loads be lifted outside the site confines (area of site

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control) The doggers should take particular attention and advise the crane driver of the hook locality so as to ensure under all circumstances that lifts are to be within the site confines. The doggers will ensure that all the lifting gear is checked daily, and is in good working order. Should any of the lifting gear require attention, the doggers are to be advise PFEIFFER CRANES immediately. The ground doggers should maintain a clean, general lifting area at all times. At all times doggers should be conscious of attaching lifting chains, or rigging in such a way that there is no likelihood of the load becoming loose and falling on co-workers. COLUMNS to be lifted from approved and designated areas. Storage of columns should be such that they cannot fall. Doggers are to ensure bolts on lifting loop are maintained and are correct type. LIFT WELLS Doggers are to ensure that they know the weight of form work shutters prior to lifting; all shutters should have their weights clearly marked on them, and lifting points only. Doggers must familiarize themselves with the form work procedures, prior to lifting any form work. The lift box should have its weights clearly marked on it, and for stripping purposes should be totally free from the concrete walls prior to lifting (Prior to attaching chains). The crane driver should not winch the crane more than half a tonne, above the weight of the box (due to restriction of load). It is up to form workers to free the load. Doggers are to study the steel schedule prior to attaching chains and identify bundles of steel to satisfy themselves that the weights are within the cranes capacities. FORMWORK SHUTTERS INSTALLATION/REMOVAL. Climbing on shutters or column boxes is not allowed. Doggers will not lift prefabricated panels or cages unless correct procedures have been followed. Wall shutters should not be lifted from designated lifting point. (as per engineering drawings) Prior to lifting shutters, the dogger is to check that there is no loose Pfeiffer Cranes Management Crane Crew Site Management

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Falling objects Cuts and Bruises Strains and Sprains Fall from heights Striking objects Struck by objects Electrocution Caught between objects Heat Stress

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material on shutter (ie concrete, timber, etc). At the discretion of the dogger, a tag line is to be attached to the bottom part of the shutter during the installation when it clears the concrete. To dislodge shutter from concrete, and remove bars/bolts, apply load of approximately 20% more that weight of shutter. Prior to lifting, the dogger is to ensure there is no loose material on the shutter (ie concrete spills or y-bars etc). At the discretion of the dogger, the tag line is to be attached to the bottom of the shutter when it is clear of the concrete. If wind conditions are suitable not exceeding 25kph then the shutter/formwork can be lifted, or placed in position. (This condition is subject to variables of wind direction, position of lift etc.) The decision to lift the shutter/formwork is to be made by the dogger and crane driver in consultation with the Project Management. (Laying the shutter flat, may reduce the wind resistance). When a tag line is used to stabilize the shutter, the dogger is to guide it into position, making sure the immediate area is clear of personnel. After lowering the shutter to the appropriate area for storage, the dogger is to ensure that the shutter is stored into its nominated rack, and that it is stable and safe, prior to releasing the chains.

GENERAL. Concrete kibble is to be lifted from the shutter on the bridle. If the vibrator is to be carried out with the kibble, then it should be attached to the kibble by a chain of a least 7mm in diameter. The kibble should be cleaned thoroughly after every use. False work frames should be stacked in an approved manner. When bundles of frames are lifted, the chains should be put around the main chords, and between the bracing so that if the frames slip they are captive within the chains. Bundles of plywood should be lifted with two chains. The chains should be choked around the bundles of ply. Stacks of timber should also be lifted with two chains, and choked around the pack. Packs of timber should be strapped, or have a piece of ply wood nailed to the top to maintain the integrity of the pack.

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Blocks should be lifted using a block cage. Care should be taken that the block cage is lowered centrally over the pall blocks. When the cage is removed from the blocks, care should be taken to ensure the tynes are placed in the correct position for the return journey. Scaffolding should be lifted on stillages, and chains should choke the scaffold items around the pallet. If scaffolding pies are to be lifted with a pallet, then it needs to be doubly wrapped. Alloy mobile scaffolding are NOT to be lifted (it is illegal). The procedure for lifting/operation of Man Boxes (with personnel) is: 1. Prior to lifting the Man Box, a zoned area is to be demarcated, and (if the procedure dictates), a spotter allocated to the area, and no personnel are allowed into the area whilst the lift work is in progress 2. All personnel in the Man Box by a harness, (connected to the main rig). All tools are to be secured to prevent them from falling out of the Man Box. 3. Man Boxes should be lifted with four chains on the lifting loops. If the dog box is emptied from the rear loops, four chains should be re-attached to the dog box, so it can be positioned in the required area.

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Lifting procedures: Prefabricated Reinforcement Steel Mats & Column Cages. You are instructed not to lift any reinforcement steel mats or column cages in a vertical position, unless; A competent person (ie. Structural Engineer) has assessed and certified the lifting system of each wall mat or column cage or Consultation between the dogger and Pfeiffer Cranes site representative and Lifting of wall mats or column cages can only occur if the dogger has assessed the load of rigging requirements prior to the lift and it is safe to do so.

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procedures on Man Box safety, and the Safe Work Method Statement for lifting and working from a man box. Before lifting PRE-CAST PANELS, ensure onsite procedures are in place and adequate for the job. 16 Dual Lift Procedures H

Crane tip over. Injuries to people Damage to property Damage to equipment

17 Loose Items Impact injuries Crushing injuries Damage to property Damage to equipment SR

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Using safety equipment

Incorrect use & type safety equipment

Decrease the load chart capacities by 20% for each crane. The lift weights of both cranes in relation to the load are to be calculated and a working procedure drawn up between the two crane operators and riggers concerned. The procedure is to be signed by all concerned. The doggers/riggers are to be attaching the chains to the load in preparation for the lift. One rigger is to take control of the lift, (and both cranes), at this stage. The rigger in control is to instruct the both crane operators to hoist up, approximately 1 meter off the deck. The rigger at this stage is to check with both crane operators for each cranes actual hook weight, to ensure cranes are in their capacity to move the load. If the actual hook weights are too heavy the load is to be placed back on the ground and the chains re-located until in correct position. Once both cranes have the correct weight for the radius the control rigger is to signal the hoist up and control the lift to its set down position. Loads of loose items such as scaffold clips must be raised improperly constructed boxes branded with the Safe Working Load (SWL). Do not lift loads of the kind in 200 litre drums because: o These drums have no rates lifting capacity. o It is not possible to know the condition of the base of the drum. (They have usually been discarded because they are unfit to hold liquid). o The holes cut into the sides for the sling or hooks often pull through under the weight. o The sharp edges of the holes can cut through a sling. The correct type of safety equipment is to be used for the specific job Ear muffs are to be used in place of ear plugs, if the noise level exceeds

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Accidents Serious injury Death

(95 decibels) over a continuous period or the frequency of sound is high. Safety glasses are to be worn in areas of high risk to eyes. Face shields are to be worn when grinding or cutting steel. Hard hats are to be worn in all designated risk areas. Safety boots are to be worn in all work areas. Gloves and other safety equipment are to be worn and used when required. Ladders used shall be designed in accordance with AS1892, Portable ladders, Part 1 Metal and Part 2 Timber Ladders Ladders will be constructed are to have a load rating no less than 120kg and marked Industrial Use Only. Fall arrest systems are to be used when people are using a ladder as a working platform when working above 2 meters. Ladders constructed on site for fixed platforms, walkways or stairways shall comply with AS1657, Fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders. Ladders may be used to dog a load, provided they are properly secured and tied off or secured at the bottom and checked by another person. Whilst on the ladder individuals must have three points of contact, this includes at least one hand.

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Ladders

Falls due to an unsecured or faulty ladder. Incorrect use of harness Electrocution due to the use of wrong type of ladder. Incorrect use of ladder

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Traffic Control

Falling objects People being injured

CAUTION: A person ascending or descending a ladder is not to carry any items of equipment or tools. Equipment and tools will be hauled up only after secured by a fall-prevention system. Erect signs restricting access to all, except authorized personal A spotter to be provided with appropriate identification. The spotter to make sure no one walks under loads being lifted. The spotter is to make sure the access under all loads remains clear of unauthorized personal until the lift has been deemed secure by the designated load controller.

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Safe Use of Rubbish Skips

Crushing injuries Pinching injuries Impact injuries Caught between objects

22 Refueling of plant and equipment. Refueling is to be carried out as stated in these procedures. Explosion Burns to re-fuelers, doggers, crane operator and site employees. Exposure to diesel fumes H

Rubbish bins should have proper lifting lugs and be branded with there Safe Working Load (SWL) Overloaded bins must not be lifted Secure the load before lifting to avoid rubbish being blown out or spill out from the bin. Sling rubbish bins with four legged sling. To tip the bin release the two front slings and raise the bin with two back slings. Do not stand on the edge of the main rubbish bin or behind a bin when tipping rubbish out. It could whip back suddenly as it clears the ground. The dogger is to be on the ground during unloading. If the rubbish is stuck in the bin use a safe method to dislodge the rubbish eg a piece of timber, metal bar. Keep well clear of possible falling rubbish. Re-hook the bin when it is emptied, by the four lifting lugs after it has been placed back on the ground. Fuel hose is to be unwound from fuel tank. Fuel tank hose nozzle to be connected up to the fuel tank outlet pipe. Fuel tank tap is to be turned on. Switch crane engine off. Nozzle to be placed in fuel tank of crane and fueled up using the self acting nozzle. Once crane fuel tank is full, the self acting nozzle shall be closed before being removed from fuel tank to crane and any fuel wiped from the nozzle. Fuel hose nozzle to be hooked back out to hang from the outlet pipe on fuel tank. Start crane up.

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23 Noise Short term effects Headache Irritability M

Isolate plant from majority of employees in the areas. Rotate workers who are exposed to the noise source. Insulate the noise source

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Nausea Temporary hearing loss Permanent noise induced Hearing loss 24 Heat Stress Various heat related illnesses such as: o Heat rash o Heat cramps o Heat exhaustion o Heat stroke Potentially some can be fatal M

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Access to cool drinking water and adequate intake of it. Regular rest breaks. Hot heavy tasks to be carried out in early morning or late afternoon Awareness of signs of heat illnesses Education about personal factors that effects there ability to cope with heat such as: o Fitness o Weight o Diet o Cardio-vascular disease or metabolic disorder o Heat acclimatization o Medication Provision for overhead shade protection Provision for Personal Protective Equipment such as: o Sunglasses o Safety helmet with brim and flap o Long sleeve shirt o Long pants Sunscreen to be applied regularly to all exposed areas of the body as recommended.

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UV Radiation

Skin damage such as: o Sunburn o Premature aging o Cancer Eye damage such as: o Inflammation o Swelling o Sensitivity to light o Permanent damage to the cornea and lens Various injuries

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Material/plant/equipment to be stored in defined areas. Waste material to be placed in designated area/receptacles Crane Crew
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MINIMUM OUTRIGGER PAD AREA/GROUND PRESSURE CALCULATIONS

Maximum ground pressure applied to the ground, when lifting above an outrigger pad/float; Maximum pressure applied by pad area size selected = P. out = 0.65 x (total crane mass + the load to be lifted) (Individual outrigger area) Example: P. out = 0.65 x (Cm + L) Area When crane mass (Cm) = 42 tonnes Load to be lifted SWL in Chart Range (L) = 15 tonnes Timber outrigger pad area in contact with the ground = 1m long x 1m wide = Area lm2 P.out = 0.65 x (42t + 150) = t.p. per sqm. 1m2 ANS = 37 tonnes pressure per m2 (maximum pressure exerted)

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Minimum area for outrigger pad base support when lifting directly above an outrigger; To determine the minimum area required to be covered under the outrigger pad support is calculated using the following rule of thumb formula; Ground Pressure Chart Ground Type Maximum permissible ground pressure, P max. (tonnes per m2) 200 80 40 20 20 10 10 10<

Hard rock Shale rock and sandstone Compacted f!l'8vel (sand < 20%) Asphalt Stiff clay (dry) Soft clay (dry) Loose sand Wet clay

To find the minimum area and dimensions required under each outrigger; Area = 0.65 x (Cm + L) P max. Example When crane mass (Cm) Load to be lifted (SWL in Chart Range) (L) Where maximum permissible ground pressure e.g. P max Area = 0.65 x (60t + 2Ot) = sq. m 40t per m2

= 60 tonnes = 20 tonnes = 40 P.max

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We, the undersigned, acknowledge that we have attended the toolbox meeting and are fully conversant with the safety precautions included in this Safe Work Method Statement. We understand that we are required to be in a fit state to work on site. We agree to keep a copy of this statement in each tower crane at all time as a point of reference and to allow review and revision as necessary. Name Signature Date Name Signature Date

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