L5-QAT-273B

RISK ASSESSMENT
CCTV, Cleaning, Lining H&S Department
Rev.00
Date: 20 Sept. 2020

ENGINEER’S STAMP: CONTRACTOR’S STAMP:

PROJECT:

20-09-20
00 For Approval Velosi

REV. PREPARED APPROVED DATE

ISSUED FOR
BY CHECKED
Raja BY
Krishnasamy GLENNIS

CLIENT:

CONTRACTOR VELOSI CERTIFICATION SERVICES LLC

DOCUMENT TITLE:
RISK ASSESSMENT FOR CCTV, Cleaning, CIPP, UV Lining

DOCUMENT NO.
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Prepared By: Reviewed By: Approved By:

Raja Krishnasamy GLENNIS Mark Thomas Loughman

Safety Manager Project Manager Operation Manager

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1. Has the work activity been identified? X

Check that all foreseeable risks to health, safety and the environment have been assessed via a structured risk assessment procedure:
(a) Process been identified i.e. are all the specific hazards identified? X
2. (b) Are the persons who are at risk identified? X
(c) Have the risks been quantified i.e. High/Med/Low or 1, 2, 3 etc? X
(d) Have effective control measures been put into place? X

Check that adequate health, safety and environment arrangements have been specified in the Method Statement:
(a) Supervisor in charge of operations named? X
(b) Has a person(s) been appointed to take charge of SHE issues? X
3.
(c) Has communication with the Principal Contractor been established? X
(d) Has information, instruction and training been given due regard? X
(e) Are emergency arrangements detailed inc. rescue from height / confined space etc? X

Check that the Method Statement is compatible with the CPP & IEMP and addresses the following:
(a) Are emergency plans (including fire and environmental emergency) compatible? X
(b) Are measures for site security, storage and waste management as required? X
(c) Are Site SHE rules being given due consideration? X
(d) Has the scope/description of work been adequately identified? X
(e) Is the sequence of operations clearly detailed in logical steps? X
4.
(f) Do these steps have hold points for key requirements such as the issue of permits? X
(g) If Temporary Works are included, is there reference TW Process (Design, Approval& Permits?) X
(h) Do these steps cover all the activity from start to finish? X
(i) Is plant and equipment needed for the activity clearly detailed? X
(j) If lifting operations are included, is reference made to the Lifting Plan & Permit To Lift? X
(k) Is interface & coordination with other activities / operations covered? X

Check that the Method Statement is compatible with the work of other contractors:
5.
(a) Are there any specific hazards required e.g. requirements for noise, COSHH, manual handling, welfare etc. X
If there are specific hazards such as COSHH, manual handling, noise, vibration etc. Are there separate and
(b) X
suitable assessments?

Check that all Permits below have been identified as hold points stating that the permits must be in place before that activity can
commence
(a) Permit to Dig X
(b) Confined Space Permit X
6. (c) Temporary Works Permit to Load / Proceed X
(d) Hot work Permit X
(e) Permit to Work Adjacent or Under H/V Overhead Cables X
(f) Permit to work on Electrical Equipment X
(g) Other permits (e.g. access permit from client), licences or consents X

Use the answers to the above questions to determine if further investigation will be required. On completion of the evaluation, the form
MUST then be appended to the Method Statement. This form MUST be signed by both parties: Costain and the subcontractor.

Work Equipment Labour & Training Materials

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Raja Krishnasamy GLENNIS Mark Thomas Loughman

Safety Manager Project Manager Operation Manager

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 1. Manhole Barriers, Pedestrian Barriers Supervisor
and Road Cones & Signage
2. Hand tools – chisels, hammer, safety 1. Driving licence
knives etc. 2. Confined spaces entry
3. CCTV survey vehicle / Portable CCTV 3. Traffic Management - Signing lighting
Unit & guarding
4. High Pressure Jetting unit 4. C&G6150-5 Emergency Rescue and
5. Compressor, air hose, Drain blocker Recovery qualified Operative.
6. Robotic Cutting Rig
7. UV Lining Rig Crew Leader
8. Pumps and generator All as above plus:
9. Signs cones barriers etc. 5. Manual Handling
10. Mobile phones 6. Use of Equipment None
11. Safety Harness
12. Gas Detector CCTV Crew Leader:
13. Fall arrest equipment All as above plus:
14. Tripod 7. MSCC4 Pipe Sewer Condition
15. Manhole lifter Classification
16. Manhole keys
17. Hand tools: Chisels, Hammer, High Pressure Water Jetting Leader:
RESOURCES

Screwdrivers, Scoops, Broom, Shovel All as crew leader plus:

etc. 8. High Pressure Water Jetting

All equipment shall be inspected before and after use,

and a weekly recorded inspection taken of service,
calibration and test dates
PPE
TYPE

PVC Rubber
EN352Part 1/3
Hard Hat Face Visor Dry / EN471 Fuel / Oil – Nitrile EN 345
REF

Muff
EN397 EN166.3.9.B waterproof Class 2 /3 General Handling 200 joules
if >80dBA
EN388

Carbon First Aid Cones & Signs

BS402 Escape
Dioxide BS8599 Spill Kit for type of
Mask
AFFF Foam On van road

Gas Monitor, Tripod, Winch & Harness,

Confined Space
Waders, 10 minute Escape Set,, Head Welfare:
Entry: welfare vehicle
Lamps

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Raja Krishnasamy GLENNIS Mark Thomas Loughman

Safety Manager Project Manager Operation Manager

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General Site Activity: Repair of Sewer Location:

Specific Activity: CCTV Survey, Jetting, Robotic Cutting, CIPP, & UV Lining
Manholes:

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1 Poor hygiene Leptospirosis / weils disease 4 4 16  Good hygiene standards – wash hands prior to 4 1 4
eating/ drinking etc avoid contact with
face/mouth during works.
 Food and drink only to be consumed in
designated welfare areas.
 Smoking only permitted in designated areas.
 Waste food to be disposed of in designated
bins. Pest control to carry out regular
inspections.
 All Cuts/abrasions open wounds to be covered
with water resistant plasters before entry
2 Site Plant & Exhaust Fumes from Plant & 5 4 20  No plant vehicles to be left switched on near 5 1 5
Vehicles Vehicles adjacent to entry hole.
Inspection Chamber
3 Materials & Plant Falls of Materials 4 4 16  Ensure all plant and materials are kept away 4 1 4
from edge of shaft
4 Manhole Cover Manual Handling 3 3 9  Frames and covers to be lifted using mechanical 3 1 3
Removal aids or lifting keys
 The seal between the cover and the surround
will be broken by inserting the point of a
crowbar and moving it, if need be using a
rubber mallet.
 If a small manhole joint lifting by two operatives
will be carried out using the long handled ‘keys’
and the manhole moved aside.
 If a large manhole the lifting will be done using
the wheeled manhole lifter device after the
keys have engaged on the cover.
 Replacement of the cover should be the reverse
of above

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5 Working with Exposure to infection from 4 4 16  All staff have waterproof clothing, industrial 4 1 4
sewerage Leptospirosis / Weils Disease, gloves, face mask and disposable breathing
Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis masks. Operatives change out of contaminated
B, Hepatitis C or other clothing at end of work.
Bacterium exposure.  Work is carried out to avoid contamination of
clothing or skin as far as possible and
equipment and clothing is washed down after
use.
 All exposed wounds or grazes are cleaned and
covered by a waterproof plaster.
 Operatives wash exposed skin before eating
 Hand cleanser supplied in trucks to be used.
 A safe area will be designated for all PPE worn
in the sewer (decontamination area).
6. Environmental Contamination of 3 3 9  All Applus Ltd tanker trucks carrying oils, fuels 3 1 3 Public Statements
Spillage – watercourses; contamination or sewage will have the following basic  Any public
Sewerage / Oil / of land / drainage; slipping emergency equipment: statements or
Resins hazards on roads  Mobile phone for summoning aid. media interviews
 PPE including rubber boots, WP trousers, regarding a spill
chemical resistant gloves, visibility clothing and involving a
eye protection goggles. company vehicle or
 Bag of oil absorbent granules depot will be made
 Spill cover for drains by the HOD or in his
 Suitable shovel and liquid scraper. absence one of the
 Suitable hand wash gels and wipes other Manager with
 BS approved disinfectant his approval. The
Manager may
 In the event of a spill incident the truck driver consult the
will contact his Divisional Manager who will company legal or
arrange suitable emergency response. H&S advice and
assistance before
 The driver will attempt to prevent the spill making any
reaching the public drains or waterways using statement.
the basic emergency equipment and any sand

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or soil to hand. If the vehicle is a suction tanker

the vacuum pump will be used to lift the spill.
The Jet Vac equipment can be used to hose
down the road

 The driver has the equipment and training to

deal with small spills

 Absorbent granules in bags

 Sand for blocking run away
 Spill covers for gutter drains and manholes
 Shovels and liquid scraper
 Suitable PPE including rubber boots, WP
trousers, chemical resistant gloves, visibility
clothing and eye protection goggles.
 Suitable handwash gels and wipes.

 A suction tanker/Jet Vac unit will be despatched

if liquid or semi-solids have to be lifted and hose
down the road in the event of sewage
contamination. Suitable environmentally
approved disinfectants will be used to
decontaminate the road or site and any PPE.

 The Divisional Manager will contact the relevant

Local Environmental Authorities if the spill has
or is liable to affect the public drainage or
waterways.

 All materials removed from the spill site will be

moved to a licensed waste disposal or sewage
plant as applicable.

 Following all spill incidents the details will be

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considered as part of the company IMS

Management Review to identify causes and
prevention actions.
7. CCTV Survey Manual handling Injuries 3 3 9  CCTV Survey operators to be fully trained in 3 1 3
from lowering camera into Pipe Sewer Condition Classification.
sewer.  Cameras vary in weight with size and are
lowered and raised using an electric winch on
Injury from plant and the rear of the CCTV van.
equipment  Care is taken not to snag the winch cable on the
manhole side or protrusions as it could release
from the hook and fall suddenly.
 All Plant and Equipment operated is subject to a
Planned Preventative Maintenance regime. All
Plant and Equipment is subject to pre-use
inspection. Defect Reporting Procedures exist
for Reporting Defects.

8. Use of generators Carbon Monoxide Poisoning 3 4 12  In one of the vans, Generator is fitted with a 3 1 3 Supervisor to ensure
in the van Quick Lift device which enables it to be lifted that generator is to be
out of the van and set away from the works lifted out of van when in
area. use. (if possible)
 Generator is to be fitted with a long hose which
will take all fumes away from the works area.
 Gas monitor to be used in the works area to
ensure carbon monoxide fumes are at a
minimum.
 In the other vans, generator is built in to van
and fumes are filtered out through hose
connected to vehicle exhaust.
 For the vans with the generator built in, carbon
monoxide monitors are fitted to each van.
Additionally all built in generators will be
ventilated with exhaust fumes directed outside
the van.
 Battery Invertors to be used where possible to
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eliminate the use of generators

Injuries re Manual handling 3 2 6  Generator is only to be lifted by two persons – 3 1 3 Supervisor to ensure
proper manual handling techniques to be used. that generator is lifted
 All operatives have manual handling training. by two operatives.

Failure of generator due to 3 2 6  Generator to be regularly serviced 3 1 3 Daily checks to be

wear, tear, damage, etc.  Appluss to be supplied with Certificate after carried out on
each service. generator by
operatives. All defects
to be reported to
supervisor immediately.
9. High Pressure Impact with displaced articles 4 3 12  All Jetting Operatives wear protective face 4 1 4
Water Jetting visors, when operating HPW
Works Impact injuries to other  All Water Jetting activities will be controlled and
persons will be carried out signed and guarded and all
personnel will be trained in the procedures for
Injury from unauthorised use Operation Stop.
of HPWJ equipment.  Only suitably qualified and experienced persons
will be authorised to carry out High Pressure
Injury from plant and Water Jetting Operations. All Plant and
equipment equipment will be secured when not in use, and
monitored when in use.
 All Plant and Equipment operated is subject to a
Planned Preventative Maintenance regime. All
Plant and Equipment is subject to pre-use
inspection. Defect Reporting Procedures exist
for Reporting Defects.

10 Working in Presence of Toxic 5 4 20  Permit to Enter System to be in place 5 1 5 Defined situations

Confined Space /Flammable or asphyxiating  All Operatives entering inspection chamber requiring immediate
gases to be confined space trained vacation of the sewer:
 Inspection Chamber to be vented for at
least 20 minute, Atmosphere to be  If the Gas monitors
monitored before entry for at least 5 indicate a

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minutes and continually whist in chamber dangerous

 Gas monitors as a minimum to be 3 in 1 atmosphere;
(H2S, CH4 &O2)  If the Topman says
 Harness to be worn by operative and that the Breathing
attached to winch on Tripod at all times (6 Apparatus Tank has
monthly testing is carried out of Tripod and indicated that it is
Winch, which should be ensured is within time for the entrant
date). Top man to be present at all times. to leave the sewer
No inflammable materials including or manhole;
matches or lighters to be used on site. All  If any member of
Torches or Lamps, Gas Detectors or other the team feels
electrical devices to be in accordance with unwell;
approved Regulations for the Zones of  If depth or velocity
entry undertaken. of flow increases
 Other necessary surveying equipment such significantly;
as cameras or electronic surveying  There will always
instruments will only be used during be a competent and
periods of continuous atmosphere responsible person
monitoring where no adverse conditions in the team; this
are indicated. will be the site
supervisor. He will
be able to take full
control in the event
of an emergency.
He should not ever
be in a position
where he could be
out of action. He
should not
generally enter the
confined space, but
if he does he must
first pass
responsibility to
another competent

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person on site.

Site Specific Self -

Rescue Procedures

 If a hazard
arises within
the manhole or
sewer,
personnel in
both will
immediately
exit and
contact the
Site Supervisor.
The Site
Supervisor will
re-evaluate the
space to
determine the
appropriate
course of
action.
 If the alarm
from the
entrant in the
sewer is
activated, the
sewer entrant
will
immediately
exit the sewer
and the
manhole via
the procedure

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in point 19
above
 If the alarm
from the
worker in the
manhole (if
only manhole
work is being
carried out) is
activated the
manhole
entrant will
immediately
exit the
manhole
 If the alarm
from the
Bottom man (if
there is an
entrant in the
sewer) is
activated the
manhole
entrant will
immediately
exit the
manhole. The
sewer entrant
will be
informed by
the Topman
that the alarm
of the Bottom
Man has been
activated and

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the sewer
entrant will be
informed to
evacuate the
sewer also.
 If at any time
there is any
questionable
action or non-
movement by
any of the
Authorized
Entrants, the
Top Man will
make a verbal
check. If there
is no response
or a
questionable
response, the
worker in the
space will be
ordered to
evacuate the
space
immediately.
 If possible,
Authorized
Entrants will
initiate self-
rescue by
climbing out of
the space

Site Specific Rescue

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Procedures using
Rescue Team (Manhole
Worker or Bottom
Man)

 If self-rescue is
not possible for
the Manhole
Worker or the
Bottom Man,
one of the
rescue team
will don Full
Breathing
Apparatus,
enter the
manhole and
attempt to
retrieve the
entrant via
connecting the
retrieval line to
his harness.
 The entrant
will then be
winched to
ground level by
the Topman.

Site Specific Rescue

Procedures using
Rescue Team (Sewer
Worker)

 If self-rescue is

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not possible for

the entrant to
the sewer,
both bottom
men will enter
the sewer at
both the upper
and lower
manholes (they
are already in
the manholes
at this stage) to
investigate
what the
problem is;
 If the entrant
for any reason
is unable to
initiate self-
rescue, if they
are able to
retrieve the
sewer entrant
via the
retrieval line,
he will be
connected to it
and winched to
safety by the
Topman.
 If the Bottom
men are
unable to
retrieve the
sewer entrant

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via the
retrieval line,
another 2 men
will enter the
sewer via both
the upstream
and
downstream
manholes,
again wearing
full BA Kits and
being lowered
by the Topmen
(if lowering via
the winch is
applicable)
 The two men
(one of who
will have a
stretcher) will
enter the
sewer to the
point that the
original sewer
entrant is.
 He will be lifted
and strapped
to the stretcher
with the four
men (space
permitting)
lifting / pushing
him to the
closest
manhole.

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 Once in the
manhole, he
will be
connected to
the retrieval
line and
winched to
ground by the
Topman.
 Emergency
services will
have already
been called by
the Site
Supervisor
when the
Topman lost
communication
with the sewer
entrant.
 If any of the
entrants are
disabled due to
falling or
impact, he will
not be
removed from
the confined
space unless
there is
immediate
danger to his
life.
 In this case,
Emergency

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services are
used to recover
injured man –
the Site
Supervisor will
give details of
sewer layout,
position of
injured man
and other use
of specialized
equipment if
required

11. Working in Shaft Injuries caused by falling 3 3 9  Insure lighting is used when required. 3 1 3
materials, or due to poor  The Top Man will take all measures
lighting conditions necessary to ensure tools, objects or loose
materials are kept clear of the open
manhole or access and that the manhole is
protected by a barrier to prevent members
of the public or other workers from
standing too close to the shaft and
accidentally knocking items onto the
person or persons below. All tools required
will be lowered in to chamber before
operatives enter and after operatives leave.
12. 110V electric Electrocution 5 3 15  All portable electrical plant and tools to be 5 1 5
portable tools and used by trained and competent operatives.
plant Portable electrical equipment to be PAT
tested with identification tag attached. No
damaged tools / equipment to be used.
13. Night Working Exceeding consented noise 3 3 9  Portable task lighting shall be provided. If work 3 1 3
requirements. Sprains. progresses into the evening
Crushing injuries. Trips and  Operatives shall ensure that the task lighting is
falls. pointed away from sensitive receptors.
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 Ensure that there is a supply of spare bulbs.

 Each gang shall have a torch with batteries in
case of light failure.
14. Lowering and Injuring lower back 3 2 6  Cameras vary in weight and size. 3 1 3
raising of camera Operatives to take care when lowering the
units into and camera and if it releases and falls not to
from manholes catch the co axel cable to stop it as the
resulting jolt may injure the back. A full and
specific manual handling assessment will be
carried out on site prior to works
commencement.

15. All site works Slips. Trips & Falls 3 3 9  Good housekeeping and suitable lighting 3 1 3

16. All site works Manual Handling 4 4 16 Mechanical lifting aids to be used where possible. 4 2 8
Maximum weight for single person lift to be 25kg.
Items heavier than this or longer than 2m to be
carried by at least 2 operatives. Operatives to be
trained in manual handling
17. Working at Height Fall from Heights, Strike by 5 3 15 Secure Barriered and Signed Exclusion Zone: Placed 5 1 5
falling object around the base of the access equipment to prevent
unauthorised entry into the area below the work
site. Areas Beneath Work Areas: Where equipment
or materials could fall barriers, nets or other
equipment to protect persons underneath or
prevent persons accessing hazardous areas will be
used. Access: shall be made in reference to the
applicable Safe System of Work. Where work is
undertaken within 2 metres of edges: edge
protection in the form of a guard rail of height not
less than 950mm shall be installed where reasonably
practicable Fall Arrest: Where edge protection is not
provided then fall arrest devices or other suitable
protection must be provided and used by persons

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working within 2 metres of such areas.

18. Robotic Cutter Manual handling Injuries 3 3 9  Cutter will vary in weight with size and is 3 1 3
Operation from lowering Cutter into lowered and raised using an electric winch on
sewer the rear of the Cutter van.
 Care is taken not to snag the winch cable on the
Injury from plant and manhole side or protrusions as it could release
equipment from the hook and fall suddenly.
 All Plant and Equipment operated is subject to a
Planned Preventative Maintenance regime. All
Plant and Equipment is subject to pre-use
inspection. Defect Reporting Procedures exist
for Reporting Defects.
19. Use of Exposure to hazardous noise 3 3 9  Before and after each use, clean the 3 1 3  Always use the
Compressed Air levels; stopper and inspect for surface tears, cuts stopper lifting
when inflating the Vibration; or any other damage; eyes for lifting,
bungs Eye injuries;  Check the internal pipe diameter. The lowering and
Damage to Bungs; internal pipe diameter must be within the pulling the
Over inflation of bungs; stated operating range of the stopper; stoppers into
 Ensure the area of the pipe in which the position. Never
stopper is to be inserted is clean and free of use for holding
sharp edges and protrusions; the stopper
 Insert the stopper lengthways into the against back
pipe. The rubber body of the stopper must pressure
be completely inside the pipe.  Always brace
 Connect the air inflation hose to the stopper
stopper inflation point and then to the appropriately
inflation controller. Connect the inflation when people
controller to the compressed air supply. are working
 Inflate the stopper until the expanded down stream
rubber body of the stopper just touches the of the stopper.
pipe surface around its entire  Keep stoppers
circumference. At this stage do not inflate out of direct
the stopper above 0.5 bar. Whilst inflating sunlight at all
the stopper ensure the horizontal axis of times.
the stopper is parallel to the pipe axis.  Never clean
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 Brace the stopper against the expected with solvents,

back pressure or flow within the pipeline. hydrocarbons
The stopper must not be allowed to slide and other
when back pressure is applied. aggressive
 Inflate the stopper from a safe distance ie if agents as the
the stopper is in a manhole take the plug can be
controller to the surface. Inflate the damaged or
stopper to the maximum pressure of 2.5 even destroyed
bar.  Do not try to
 Remove the inflation controller from the repair
inflation hose. The inflation hose must damaged
remain attached to the stopper. stoppers or
 Every 5 hours check the stopper pressure inflation
by re connecting the inflation controller. controller
 Maintain the inflation pressure to 2.5 bar, equipment.
then disconnect inflation controller as
before.
 Always release the back pressure first
before deflating the stoppers. The pressure
in the stopper is released by re-connecting
the inflation controller to the inflation hose
and then unscrewing the knurled ring at
the top of the relief valve.
 If it is not possible to release the back
pressure before deflating the stopper ,
follow the next instruction carefully.
Deflate the stopper slowly whilst the
bracing is still in place to allow the back
pressure behind the stopper to be released.
When all the back pressure has been
released, deflate the stopper completely
and then remove the bracing. The stopper
can now be taken out of the pipe.
20. Use of Exposure to hazardous noise 3 3 9  Before use, inspect liner for surface tears, 3 1 3  Supervisor to
compressed air levels; cuts or any other damage; exercise all
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when inflating the Vibration;  Ensure the area of the manhole in which controls;
Liner Eye injuries; the liner is to be inserted is clean and free  Operatives to
Damage to Liner; of sharp edges and protrusions; constantly
Over inflation of Liner;  Insert the liner into the pipe as per Method monitor air
Statement pressure in
 Connect the air inflation hose to the steel liner;
packers inflation point. Ensure connection  Correct PPE to
is tight. Turn on the compressor. be worn by all
 Inflate the liner until the desired pressure is operatives
achieved – approximately 400 / 500 mbar. involved in the
 When the curing process has been operation.
completed, the compressor can be turned
off and the hose and connection removed
form the steel packer.
21. Use of UV Damage to eyes and tissue if 3 3 9  All operatives involved in the operation of 3 1 3
Emitting exposed to UV radiation. checking the UV Lighting before it goes into
Equipment – Light the sewer should be wearing Full UV face
Train protection labelled ‘SUITABLE FOR UV
PROTECTION’ CE marked to the following
specification:
 As well as eye/face protection, operatives
should be wearing protection for skin
(hands, arms, and chin.)
 When checking the UV lamps are working
before putting the equipment in the sewer,
it should be carried out by one person,
wearing appropriate PPE and in the safety
of the Van. This is to ensure that other
operatives and members of the public do
not come into contact with the UV rays.
 Storage procedures should be adequate for
PPE – PPE should be inspected regularly
and maintained.
 Only authorised operators, trained in the
use of the UV Light Train & Light Kern
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equipment are permitted to use them.

22. Environmental Contamination of 3 3 9  All Applus Ltd tanker trucks carrying oils, fuels 3 1 3
Spillage – watercourses; contamination or sewage will have the following basic
Sewerage / Oil / of land / drainage; slipping emergency equipment:
Resins hazards on roads  Mobile phone for summoning aid.
 PPE including rubber boots, WP trousers,
chemical resistant gloves, visibility clothing and
eye protection goggles.
 Bag of oil absorbent granules
 Spill cover for drains
 Suitable shovel and liquid scraper.
 Suitable hand wash gels and wipes
 BS approved disinfectant

 In the event of a spill incident the truck driver

will contact his Divisional Manager who will
arrange suitable emergency response.

 The driver will attempt to prevent the spill

reaching the public drains or waterways using
the basic emergency equipment and any sand
or soil to hand. If the vehicle is a suction tanker
the vacuum pump will be used to lift the spill.
The Jet Vac equipment can be used to hose
down the road

 The driver has the equipment and training to

deal with small spills

 Absorbent granules in bags

 Sand for blocking run away
 Spill covers for gutter drains and manholes
 Shovels and liquid scraper
 Suitable PPE including rubber boots, WP

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trousers, chemical resistant gloves, visibility

clothing and eye protection goggles.
 Suitable handwash gels and wipes.

 A suction tanker/Jet Vac unit will be despatched

if liquid or semi-solids have to be lifted and hose
down the road in the event of sewage
contamination. Suitable BS environmentally
approved disinfectants will be used to
decontaminate the road or site and any PPE.

 The Divisional Manager will contact the relevant

Local Environmental Authorities if the spill has
or is liable to affect the public drainage or
waterways.

 All materials removed from the spill site will be

moved to a licensed waste disposal or sewage
plant as applicable.

 Following all spill incidents the details will be

23 Plant Operations Collision with workers or
other plant. Roll over causing
serious injury.
Unauthorised use leading to
serious injury or damage.
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considered as part of the company IMS
Management Review to identify causes and
prevention actions.
4 3 12  All operators are to be competent and CPCS 4 1 4
trained.
 All moving plant is to have a recognisable
flashing light when in operation.
 Seat belts are to be worn when operating the
plant.
 Plant is to be fitted with anti roll protection
devices.
 Pedestrian routes around the site are to be
clearly defined.
 Keys are to be removed from plant and
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equipment when left unattended.

24 Use of lifting Failure of lifting accessories 3 3 9  All lifting accessories are to be certified with the 3 1 3
accessories correct documentation.
 All lifting equipment is to be inspected prior to
use by site supervisor and inspections recorded.
25 Slinging of Loads Collapse or release of load 4 3 12  Slinger/signaller to be competent and 4 1 4
during lifting operations experienced
26 All lifting Failure of lift resulting in 4 3 12  Capacity of the ground and location of sensitive 4 1 4
operations injury to persons below services and structures to be identified.
 At no time shall any person stand or place a
body part underneath a suspended load.
 Restricted access will be maintained in and
around lifting operations.
 All lifting operations to be controlled as per the
lift plan.
27 Material/Spoil Excavation collapse 4 2 8  All materials/spoil is to be stored away from 4 1 4
Storage excavation to avoid backfill/collapse/fall.
28 Lifting operations Insufficient length of hoist 4 2 8  Dummy lifts with no load attached will be 4 1 4
below ground rope/chain leading to load carried out as the trench extends deeper
level being dropped or becoming underground
unbalanced
29 Storage and use Illness or disease caused by 3 3 9  All COSHH items are to be stored in accordance 3 2 6
of materials exposure to harmful with COSHH data sheets, written assessments
substances for all materials, kept in COSHH files outlining
the correct use, exposure and PPE.
 Never decant into unmarked containers.
 Emergency procedures to be briefed to all site
personnel and procedure to be kept in site
safety manual.
30 Materials storage Fire risk associated with 4 2 8  Minimise storage of flammable materials such 4 1 4
storage of materials as diesel and petrol
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NOTE: IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTS MANAGER/SITE SUPERVISOR TO ENSURE THE PRECAUTIONS/CONTROLS LISTED ABOVE ARE INTRODUCED AND MAINTAINED.
IT IS ALSO THEIR RESPONSIBLTY TO ENSURE THAT THE RISK ASSESSMENT IS KEPT AS SPECIFIC TO THE SITE AS POSSIBLE AND THAT ANY CHANGES DEEMED NECESSARY ARE MADE.

S - Severity P - Probability R - Risk Rating

I confirm that I have read / have had read to me and understand this Risk Assessment:
Name Date Signature Name Date Signature

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Risk Scoring
The table below provides a matrix linking the Probability or Likelihood of harm occurring and the potential or severity of that
harm. The evaluation scores, based upon the allocation of numerical values for these two matters, are calculated in order to
provide a risk value or score.

Risk Scoring Matrix Probability of Occurrence

1 2 3 4 5
1 1 2 3 4 5
2 2 4 6 8 10
3 3 6 9 12 15
4 4 8 12 16 20
Severity
of 5 5 10 15 20 25
Hazard

Risk Ranking
Utilising resultant risk values or scores, risk can be appropriately ranked in order to determine mitigation or process
requirements.

Risk Ranking Table

Mitigation Requirements
1 to 4 Low Suitable attention to working procedures
5 to 16 Medium Corrective actions, improvement and control measures
20 to 25 High Elimination or reduction strategies

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Hazard Severity
Once identified, the severity of the hazard or potential for harm should be evaluated utilising the
table provided below.

Severity Evaluation

1 Insignificant First aid injury, slight property damage with minimal cost that
is unlikely to impact upon works, insignificant environmental
impact contained within site

2 Minor Short term illness, lost time accident, minor damage to

3 Serious
4 Critical/Severe/Major
property involving minimal down time, minor environmental
impact with no lasting effect
Instance of occupational ill health, over 3 day injury, localised
damage to property, environment impact with possible public
or media exposure
Major injury or acute ill health, significant damage to property,
major environmental impact involving potential prosecution

5 Catastrophic Fatality, environmental disaster, collapse or destruction of

property

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Hazard Probability
The probability or likelihood of the hazard occurring should be evaluated using the applicable table
provided below.
Probability Evaluation
Score General
1 Improbable Unlikely
2 Remote Rare
3 Occasional Irregular
4 Probable Likely
5 Frequent Regular
Score Construction Operations
1 Improbable Less than once every 10,000 cycles/similar
operations
2 Remote 1,000 to 10,000 cycles/similar operations
3 Occasional 100 to 1,000 cycles/similar operations
4 Probable 10 to 100 cycles/similar operations
5 Frequent 1 to 10 cycles/similar operations
Score Tunnelling
1 Improbable Less than one every 100,000 metres
2 Remote 10,000 to 100,000 metres
3 Occasional 1000 to 10,000 metres
4 Probable 100 to 1000 metres
5 Frequent 0 to 100 metres
Score Railway Systems
1 Improbable Less than 100 years
2 Remote 10 to 100 years
3 Occasional 1 to 10 years
4 Probable Monthly to annually
5 Frequent Daily to monthly

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