MID Arabia Contracting Co.

Al Kharj Housing Project

RISK ASSESSMENT – Pre-Cast Manhole Construction

Project: Contractor: Client:

Al Kharj Housing Project MID Arabia Contracting Co. Ministry of Housing
Document Reference Number: Prepared by: Date:
HS-RA-04-Rev0 Javed Shaikh 06/09/2015
Task/operation and location (including any tools/equipment in use):
The main operation is to set up and pre-cast manholes prior to storage/installation.
Small hand tools and manual handling will be used to erect/set the formwork and rebar.
Concrete transit mixer trucks will be used to deliver, directly by chute, the concrete and a
vibrating poker and tamping will be used after pouring to ensure there are no cavities.
Crane c/w lifting gear and flatbed truck will be used to move the manholes into position.
Hazards: Risk rating:
Without controls: With controls:
Uncontrolled collapse of formwork. High Low
Manual handling of large objects. High Low
Splinters, protruding nails, sharp edges on shuttering. High Low
Collision with components being lowered into position. High Low
Collision with mobile plant (especially when reversing). Medium Low
Concrete splash on skin. High Low
Concrete penetration on eyes, nose, or ears due to an High Low
uncontrolled surge during pouring/cleaning operations.
Vibration. Medium Low
Prolonged exposure to noisy plant. Medium Low
Harm :
Crushing, envelopment of a person. Asphyxiation.
Back pains, muscular disorders or work related upper limb disorders.
Lacerations penetration (rusty objects), and/or abrasion.
Crushed or served limbs through entanglement or collision with moving objects.
Skin burns, internal chemical burns to eyes, nose, and ears from concrete contact.
Dermatitis.
Vibration induced white finger.
Short term and possible long term hearing damage.
Persons in danger: Number of persons
in danger:
Workers carrying out the tasks
Truck Drivers (delivery)
Banks men when guiding vehicle
Other persons in the vicinity
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Al Kharj Housing Project

Controls:
A method statement must be developed for the job.
Check false work and formwork before pouring to ensure it is suitable and safe.
Do not allow concrete to be poured too fast.
Minimize number of people in working areas especially during pouring.
Manual handling techniques must be taught to the workers.
Wherever possible, minimize human involvement by using mechanical handling methods
Worker in contact with formwork/rebar must wear hardwearing leather gloves.
Workers must be informed of dangers when items are being lifted in their vicinity.
Reversing alarms must be fitted to all plant machinery.
Vehicles must have a banks man when reversing and/or near other working groups.
During pouring all workers coming in to contact with concrete must wear impervious boots
(gum boots) and rubber gloves.
Eye protection must be worn during wash out of the delivery vehicle.
Workers using vibration equipment must wear earplugs and be taught about vibration white
finger (causes, signs, symptoms and prevention).
Any one exposed to long periods of noisy equipment must wear earplugs.
The supervisor or deputy should be on site during working hours.
Personal protective equipment:
Steel toe safety boots, hardhat and fluorescent vests are mandatory.
All tradesmen to wear PPE correct for his type of work.
Additional assessments:
Manual Handling
Method statement required? Yes
Is the task adequately controlled? Yes
Specific legislation:
Company H & S Policy with Project H & S Plan
Other Guidance:
Manufacturer’s recommendations for safety plant equipment operations.

Emergency Procedures:
Emergency procedure as per the project H & S Plan
Any skin contact with concrete must be washed off with copious amount of clean water.
Monitoring procedures:
Daily checks from Section Foremen. Safety Officer to advise any lapses in safety .
Management and safety department to have frequent tours.
Standing rule that any worker, where human life is in danger, can stop the job.
Signature: Date for review: