Pool Construction SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT (SWMS)

Pool Construction

SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT (SWMS)
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Supervisor monitoring SWMS
Construction Site Details
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Job Activity:
Warning: Wear correct PPE and remove or cover jewellery before work
High Risk Construction Work (HRCW)
(Refer to HRCW Checklist)
Trades working on Task:
Equipment Used:
Equipment Maintenance:
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Relevant WHS Legislation & Codes of Practice:
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SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT (SWMS)
SWMS General Instructions:

1. Write down in the (Job/Task column) a description of the job process or action that is being performed.

2. Identify and write down the potential hazards (Potential Hazards column) associated with the job process or action.

3. Use the Risk Matrix above to calculate the potential risk level for each hazard and enter the number (in the Risk Level column

4. Risk Control Applied - select the most appropriate method and control measure to control the risk.

5. Calculate and enter a post-risk level for each hazard, to make sure it is As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP).

6. Write down the person who is responsible for implementing the risk controls (in the Person Responsible column).

7. The Supervisor is to monitor the risk controls daily (or as required) and review SWMS weekly (or as required) in consultation with relevant workers, to make sure the risk control measures remain effective in eliminating hazards and risk, or minimising risk to as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP).

8. The Supervisor must hold a safety meeting (pre-start or toolbox) to induct workers into the revised sections of the SWMS.

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Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS)

STEP No.	JOB/TASK ELEMENT (What is the job process)	POTENTIAL HAZARD (What may cause injury/illness)	RISK Level (1,2,3)	RISK CONTROL (How to control the risk) 1. Eliminate (most effective) 2. Isolate / Substitute 3. Engineering 4. Administration 5. PPE (least effective)	Post Risk Level (ALARP)	RESPONSIBLE PERSON (who will implement and monitor the control measures)
1	Arrive on work site	Public injury Accessing a construction site with high-risk hazards	1	• Install a 1.8m ATF fence exclusion zone to stop unauthorised public access • Make sure fence is kept locked when unattended	3	Supervisor:
2	Induct workers to site and SWMS	Workers unaware of hazards and risks	1	• Induct all workers to site and sign off on induction sheet • Induct workers into this SWMS and all workers to sign off and date • Ensure correct PPE is worn. Remove jewellery or use silicone guard or glove and/or heavy tape to wrap round jewellery item before starting work around pool, plant, and equipment	3	Supervisor:
3	Deliveries & Craning Materials into position **High Risk Construction Work*	Working near a Mobile Crane Risk of serious injury or death	1	• Set up Exclusion Zone and competent Spotter to protect pedestrians / workers • Only doggers are permitted inside the crane slewing or operating radius • Spotter must keep all unauthorised persons out of the exclusion zone • Crane Operator to provide SWMS and HRW license to Supervisor before starting	3	Supervisor: SAFETY NOTE Crane Operator must supply a compliant SWMS & HRW license to Supervisor before starting – Supervisor must monitor crane operations
4	Carry construction materials and equipment to work area	Manual task causing shoulder and lower back injuries.	2	• Instruct workers in correct manual handling techniques, including two people lifting when required • Use mechanical lifting aids as required	3	Supervisor:
5	Outdoor Construction Work All outdoor activity exposed to ultraviolet rays	Ultraviolet exposure – eye and skin damage, and	2	• Wear a ventilated wide brimmed hat, wear UV 30+ sunscreen • Wear appropriate clothing to protect against ultra violet rays	3	Supervisor:
5		Heat Stress Causing serious illness or death	2	• Where possible use mechanical equipment to minimise manual handling and physical exertion • Allow for more rest breaks in a well shaded area • Avoid the hottest part of the day by rescheduling all physically demanding work to the cooler part of the day (if possible) • Provide cool water or electrolyte- replacement drink for workers during extreme heat conditions and encourage workers to drink regularly every 20 minutes at least • Wear light weight clothing and wide brimmed hats • Provide safety instruction on Heat Stress risk controls	3	Supervisor:
6	Site Set Up and Excavation Works  Profile Set out/Mark out  Supervise site clearing, levelling  Supervise excavation works  Supervisor to monitor powered mobile plant hazards and risk controls **High Risk Const. Work	Electrocution	1	• Call Dial Before You Dig prior to starting site works and obtain reports/permits • Strictly enforce the exclusion zones near overhead powerlines – minimum 3m exclusion zone for low voltage overhead powerlines • Provide a qualified spotter to monitor the operator and the 3m exclusion zone	3	Supervisor & Operator: SAFETY NOTE Excavator Operator must supply a compliant SWMS to Supervisor before starting
		Mechanical hazard - Collision with machinery/equipment Causing serious injury or death	1	• Create a “Exclusion Zone” as required to protect workers from machinery • Workers must keep a safe distance away from machinery, maintain a watchful eye on the operator and moving parts • All other workers must stay out of the exclusion zone • Before approaching the operator - workers must make eye contact with the operator and wait for direction	3	Supervisor & Operator: SAFETY NOTE Excavator Operator must supply a compliant SWMS to Supervisor before starting.
		Falls into the Excavation Risk of serious injury	1	Refer to Step 10 and 10.1 in this SWMS	3	Supervisor:
		Noise Hazard – hearing loss from machinery	2	• Workers must wear adequate ear muffs/or ear plugs	3	Supervisor:
7	Install compaction fill / gravel to required specified height High Risk Const. Work □ Supervisor to monitor powered mobile plant hazards and risk controls IMPORTANT: Refer to Excavation SWMS for Excavator safe work procedures**	Mechanical hazard - Collision with machinery Causing serious injury or death	1	• Workers working with powered mobile plant (PMP) must keep a safe distance from machine and maintain a watchful eye on the operator and machine parts • Before approaching: Workers must make eye contact with the operator and wait for machine to stop before approaching	3	Supervisor & Operator: SAFETY NOTE Excavator (PMP) Operator must supply a compliant SWMS to Supervisor before starting
		Earth Walls Collapse Risk of serious injury or death	1	• DO NOT operate a machine or truck within the zone of influence or collapse zone of the sides of the excavation • Ensure that machine stays a safe distance from the excavation to stop sides from collapsing • DO NOT work below the machine inside the pool excavation area • Workers can start levelling work after the machine is 4m back from excavation	3	Supervisor & Operator: SAFETY NOTE Excavator (PMP) Operator must supply a compliant SWMS to Supervisor before starting
		Noise hazard – hearing loss from plant & equipment	2	• Workers must wear adequate earmuffs/or ear plugs during machine operation	3	Supervisor:
		Falls into the Excavation Risk of serious injury	1	Refer to Step 10 and 10.1 in this SWMS	3	Supervisor:
		Physical Hazard – serious eye damage from 3R Laser beam on Laser Leveller	2	• Laser Beam – Levelling: Do not set laser beam at eye level and do not look directly into laser beam. Provide instruction on the safe use of a Laser Leveller and potential risks involved in the use of a 3R type laser	3	Supervisor:
*PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): Workers must be wearing all mandatory PPE before entering the site and wear correct PPE for tasks performed

STEP No.	JOB/TASK ELEMENT (What is the job process)	POTENTIAL HAZARD (What may cause injury/illness)	RISK Level (1,2,3)	RISK CONTROL (How to control the risk) 1. Eliminate (most effective) 2. Isolate / Substitute 3. Engineering 4. Administration 5. PPE (least effective)	Post Risk Level (ALARP)	RESPONSIBLE PERSON (who will implement and monitor the control measures)
8	Steel Fixing & Erecting Formwork/Boxing Maintain formwork/boxing levels with laser level □ Supervisor to monitor fall hazards and risk controls - Refer to Sub-contractors Steel Fixing and Formwork SWMS for risk controls	Physical Hazard – serious eye damage from 3R Laser beam on Laser Leveller	1	• Laser Beam: Do not set laser beam at eye level and do not look directly into laser beam. Provide instruction on the safe use of a Laser Leveller and serious risks involved PPE: Use correct PPE for task; and use Laser protective eye wear for 3R laser as required	3	Supervisor:
		Falls into the Excavation Risk of serious injury	1	• Refer to Step 10 and 10.1 in this SWMS	3	Supervisor:
		Manual task causing shoulder and lower back injuries; puncture wounds from nails	2	• Instruct workers in correct manual handling techniques • Ensure all workers are instructed in the safe use of a nailing gun	3	Supervisor:
		Noise hazard - hearing loss from tools and equipment	2	• Workers must wear adequate ear muffs/or ear plugs	3	Supervisor:
9	Pool plumbing works □ Supervisor to monitor fall and hazardous chemical hazards and risk controls - Refer to Hazardous Chemicals SWMS for risk controls & more info	Cutting materials - pipe fracturing causing eye injury	2	• Workers to wear correct protective safety glasses	3	Supervisor:
		Falls into the Excavation Risk of serious injury	1	• Refer to Step 10 and 10.1 in this SWMS	3	Supervisor:
		Sharps – Risk of cuts & lacerations	2	• Workers to wear protective gloves as required	3	Supervisor:
		Chemical hazard From pvc glue	2	• Instruct workers in using any hazardous chemicals as per Safety Data Sheet (SDS) • Workers to be instructed and wear appropriate gloves as required	3	Supervisor:
10	Cut Steel reinforcement to required size and install as per engineering plan □ Supervisor to monitor fall hazards and impalement hazards and risk controls	Falls from top of excavation into pool construction area below Risk of impalement on starter bars causing serious injury or death	1	• Erect 1.8m ATF fence exclusion zone around the perimeter of the pool • Keep a minimum 1.5m back from pool/ excavation edge or greater distance when there is a risk of ground instability and earth wall collapse • Secure warning signage ‘DANGER KEEP OUT / DEEP EXCAVATION’ around perimeter of ATF fence exclusion zone • Workers must keep a safe distance back from the edge of the excavation when installing the steel work around the top of the pool – if work has to be done from above near the edge of the excavation, ensure that the majority of your body is back from the edge • Make sure that a safe Ladder Access bay is created where workers can enter and exit the pool without harm Refer to Safe Access and Exit - Step 10.1	3	Supervisor:
10.1	Cut Steel reinforcement to required size and install as per engineering plan □ Supervisor to monitor fall hazards and impalement hazards and risk controls	Falls from top of excavation into pool construction area below Risk of impalement on starter bars causing serious injury or death	1	Safe Access and Exit procedures into/from Pool Excavation and/or concrete shell: 1. Install a 120 kg industrial rated extension ladder and secure top and bottom so that it cannot dislodge when workers are descending and ascending 2. Make sure that the ladder extends 1m above the ground level or concrete pool shell height 3. Comply with the 4:1 ladder ratio, for example, the top of a 4m high ladder should be positioned against the top of the pool edge and the bottom of the ladder should be pulled out a further 1m. This gives you 4m vertical to 1m horizontal ratio (4:1) 4. Instruct all workers in safe access and exit from pool excavation – keep 3 points of contact at all times 5. DO NOT attempt to carry tools or materials in such a way that you cannot maintain 3 points of contact 6. DO NOT ACCESS POOL EXCAVATION WITHOUT A LADDER!	3	Supervisor:
10.2	Cut Steel reinforcement to required size and install as per engineering plan □ Supervisor to monitor fall hazards and impalement hazards and risk controls	Starter Bars without caps and installed in vertical position Risk of impalement - serious injury or death	1	• Ensure that starter bars have been capped off and monitor to keep re-capping them when they are knocked off or broken • Where possible bend starter bars over so that they are not vertical and eliminate the risk of impalement and/or other serious injuries, or if not possible, shield the vertical starter bars with temporary ply sheeting	3	Supervisor:
		Electrocution From accidently cutting power cord (grinders etc)	1	• Keep all power cords away from moving blades or knives. • Ensure RCD safety switch protection is used • Test RCD safety switch units before use • Test and tag all electrical equipment every 3 months	3	Supervisor:
		Manual task causing shoulder and lower back injuries, cuts and puncture wounds from sharp edges on steel reinforcement	2	• Instruct workers in correct manual handling techniques & rotate workers • PPE-wear appropriate gloves as required • Instruct workers on safe work procedures for cutting steel reinforcement	3	Supervisor:
		Noise Hazard – hearing loss from grinder	2	• Workers must wear earmuffs/ear plugs that are task specific fit for purpose	3	Supervisor:
		Slips, Trips and Falls	2	• Keep work area clear of trip hazards • Keep materials and tools at least 2m back from edge of pool excavation	3	Supervisor:
11	Concrete Works □ Pour concrete and spray pool floors and walls as per engineering and pool construction plans □ Use Concrete pump (if applicable) to deliver concrete to pour zone; High Risk Const. Work SWMS required from Pump Operator □ Push loaded wheelbarrows of concrete into position (as required) Only if there is safe ramp access down into the pool □ Manual Handling - Shovel concrete into position □ Supervisor to monitor fall hazards, impalement hazards and risk controls**	Mechanical Hazard - Serious injury or death if struck by concrete truck or concrete pumping truck or its moving parts	1	• Use barriers between workers and machinery as required • Use a competent Spotter to keep workers at a safe distance from truck/moving parts • Ensure pump truck is on stable ground before pumping	3	Supervisor: SAFETY NOTE Pump Operator must supply a compliant SWMS to Supervisor before starting
		Fall Hazard Falls into excavation	1	Refer to Step 10 and 10.1 in this SWMS	3	Supervisor:
		Excavation Collapse Hazard Causing serious injury or death.	1	• Keep machinery at least 4 metres away from pool edge to stop potential side wall collapse • Instruct workers on safe work practices around open excavations	3	Supervisor: SAFETY NOTE Excavator Operator must supply a compliant SWMS to Supervisor before starting
		Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) injuries Back and muscle injury – shovelling concrete, pushing wheelbarrows of concrete, and steel trowelling in awkward strained positions	2	• Instruct workers on how to minimise injury when shovelling concrete and pushing wheelbarrows full of concrete • Rotate workers to different tasks regularly if possible, to minimise MSD injury	3	Supervisor:
		Inhaling Silica dust From working with dried concrete or neat cement causing serious illness	1	• Use wet saws and vacuum bags for cutting and grinding concrete • Wear P2 respirator masks with particulate filters when applying neat cement	3	Supervisor:
12	Strip Formwork Boxing □ De-nail all timber and clean □ Load formwork boxing on to trailer or ute (if required) □ Supervisor to monitor fall hazards and risk controls	Falls into the Pool Shell Risk of serious injury	1	Refer to Step 10 and 10.1 in this SWMS	3	Supervisor:
		Manual task causing shoulder and lower back injuries	2	• Instruct workers in correct manual handling techniques	3	Supervisor:
		Sharps – nails Risk of puncture injuries	2	• Wear cut resistant puncture resistant gloves	3	Supervisor:
		Slips and Trips	2	• Keep ground surface clear of obstacles and keep access and egress clear for workers	3	Supervisor:
13	Clean up site and load materials and equipment on truck or trailer □ Supervisor to check ATF fence gate is locked and site is safe for occupants and public	Hazardous manual task Musculoskeletal injuries	2	• Use mechanical aids as required • Instruct workers in correct manual handling techniques	3	Supervisor:
		Manual task - cuts and puncture wounds from sharp edges on fencing, glass breaking on fingers and limbs	2	• Workers to wear appropriate PPE for the type of materials being used • Use mechanical aids as required • Use team lifting when required	3	Supervisor:
		Public Risk	1	• Keep ATF fence exclusion zone locked • Keep warning signs on fence to warn public of falls hazard • DO NOT remove ATF fence and/or lock from gate until permanent pool fencing is installed	3	Supervisor:
*PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE): Workers must be wearing all mandatory PPE before entering the site and wear correct PPE for tasks performed

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Site Specific SWMS Review and Revision
1. After completing a site-specific risk assessment ensure that all new hazards identified are recorded on the register below.
2. Make sure that you match up the new hazard with the relevant SWMS Step number and task that the hazard is associated with.
3. Write down the ‘Step number’ in the first column below so that workers can understand and follow the revised SWMS and new risk controls easily.
4. The supervisor must complete the SWMS review register at the bottom of the last page in the SWMS, then initial and date.
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QUALIFICATIONS/DUTIES/TRAINING
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INDUCTION and CONSULTATION REGISTER
The following workers have been inducted into this Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS), and this SWMS has been developed through consultation with the following workers who have read, understood and signed this Safe Work Method Statement Register
INDUCTION and CONSULTATION REGISTER
WORKERS CONSULTED FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THIS SWMS
Workers consulted for the development of this SWMS

Compliance Instruction:This SWMS must be reviewed by the Supervisor before starting works and revised in accordance with a site-specific Risk Assessment.

	Review No.1	Review No.2	Review No.3	Review No.4	Review No.5	Review No.6	Review No.7	Review No.8
Supervisor Initials
Date

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Emergency Response Preparedness

This emergency response preparedness form is for the supervisor or authorised person is to complete prior to starting work on the construction site and hold a pre-start or toolbox meeting to communicate the procedures to all relevant workers. If an emergency rescue plan is required, write the agreed procedures on the bottom of the form.

	DESCRIPTION	N/A
1. Nearest Assembly Point?
2. Nearest Fire Extinguishers?
3. Nearest First Aid Kit?
4. Nearest First Aid Facility (onsite)
5. Nearest Medical Centre
6. Nearest Hospital
7. How will you communicate an Emergency?
8. Emergency coordinator/leader?
9. Who will Call 000 Ambulance - Fire - Police?
10. Person responsible for assembly Roll call?

Site Specific Emergency Response Procedure
Site Specific Emergency Response Procedure
Authorised by:
Company Position:
Signature:
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Should be Empty:

	Yes	No
Risk of a person falling more than 2 metres
Demolition work that affects the structural integrity of the structure
Asbestos work or work performed with or near asbestos
Structural alterations that require temporary supports to prevent collapse
Work carried out in or near a confined space
Work carried out in or near a shaft, tunnel, or trench deeper than 1.5 metres
Work involving the use of explosives
Work carried out near pressurised gas pipes or mains
Work carried out near chemical, fuel, or refrigerant lines/pipes
Work carried out on or near energised electrical installations or services
Work carried out in or near a contaminated or flammable atmosphere
Work involving tilt-up or pre-cast concrete panel construction, lifting and erection
Work carried out on or near a road or traffic corridor that is in use
Work carried out on a site that has powered mobile plant operating
Work carried out in a work area that has extreme artificial temperatures (hot or cold)
Work carried out near water or liquid where there is a risk of drowning