Samark North Qld Pty Ltd

SWMS Manual

SWMS No 012 Samark North Qld Pty Ltd ABN : 99 082 958 487 Electrical Contractors License C37121 Page 2 of 6
Safe Work Method Statement Title: SWMS:012 INSTALLING LIGHT POLES

Hazard Risk Residual

Work Method / Task Description Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention P.P.E Risk
Identification Level
1. Check layout and crane access for Tripping, 2 Ensure area, in particular, walkways are clear of trip hazards 5
standing & unloading poles. pedestrians & Implement any pedestrian & traffic control. Wear safety foot 10
traffic wear, gloves, helmet & Hi Vis Clothing. 5

2. Receive poles & lights on site and Struck by 2 Use appropriate protective gloves. Check access 9 5
confirm correct numbers and types. falling objects Keep lifting area clear of people. Barricade work area 4
Implement manual handling risk control procedures in
accordance with SWMS 015
Test and confirm cables before commencing work. Isolate 5
3. Install cable underground or overhead. Manual 2 and fit danger tags as appropriate where running near
handling live equipment. 5
Falling from 2 Use ladders or work platforms appropriately in accordance
heights with SWMS 019 and SWMS 005.
Manual lifting PPE procedures to be used.

4. Check light fitting base or bracket and Struck by 1 Keep lifting area clear of people. Barricade work area 4
terminate cabling into fitting. falling objects.

5. Check crane or other lifting equipment Pedestrians 1 Use spotter to control unauthorised access 4
and operator’s qualifications are up to Unsafe 1 Pre op check of equipment 4
date. Ensure spotter available to prevent equipment 1 Use spotter as required 4
pedestrians entering work area & traffic Overhead 2 Implement manual handling risk control procedures in 10 5
management as required. cables. accordance with WMS 015 and Code of Practice for Manual 5
Manual Tasks 2010. Check PPE is worn 9
handling Wear safety foot wear, gloves, helmet & Hi Vis Clothing. 4

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SWMS Manual

SWMS No 012 Samark North Qld Pty Ltd ABN : 99 082 958 487 Electrical Contractors License C37121 Page 3 of 6
Safe Work Method Statement Title: SWMS:012 INSTALLING LIGHT POLES

Hazard Risk Residual

Work Method / Task Description Recommended Actions / Controls for Prevention P.P.E.
Identification Level Risk
6. 6. Install pole, ensure it is secure and Manual 2 Use appropriate protective gloves. 9 5
installed to specifications. handling Barricade work area.
Struck by
falling objects
Falling

7. Complete the fitting of any other parts Manual 2 Use ladders or work platforms appropriately in 5
and wiring to the light poles. handling accordance with SWMS 019 and SWMS 005.
Cable Confirm all connected cables are isolated & tagged.
connections &
testing

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Safe Work Method Statement Title: SWMS:012 INSTALLING LIGHT POLES
Personnel Qualifications and Experience Required Personnel Duties and Responsibilities Training Required to Complete Work
Minimum of Electrical Worker Grade 4 or apprentice Supervisor to carry out daily inspections of work Supervisor to be trained in risk identification, assessment
working under the effective supervision of a qualified site for hazards. and control e.g. Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
Electrical Worker minimum Grade 5.
Appropriate industry and site induction. All personnel to maintain tidy work area on site at Supervisor to be appropriately trained, qualified and
all times. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to competent in OH&S and electrical practices for the task.
be worn at all times on site.
Elevated Work Platform training and national Barricading to be used as appropriate to protect On the job skills training to be conducted by Supervisor to
certification as required dependent upon equipment to others from working below elevated work, crane personnel. Training on specific elevated work platform to be
be used. Traffic Management and other plant and equipment. used if using EWP.
Engineering Details / Certificates / WorkCover Approvals / Australian Referenced – Codes of Practice / Regulations / Legislation
Standards
Installation to be in accordance with AS 3000 Standards and client's Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations 2011, Electrical Safety Act 2002 and
specifications. Floor capacity sufficiently engineered to carry weight of elevated Regulations 2013, Electrical Safety Code of Practice 2010, Hazardous Manual Tasks
work platform/s. Footings and rag bolts correct size for size and weight of poles. Code of Practice 2010, Plant Code of Practice 2005, Mobile Crane COP 2006,
Industry Standard for Electrical Installations on Construction Sites 2010.
Plant / Equipment Required (Mobile or Static) Maintenance Checks / Calibration Intervals
Portable hand tools, electrical power tools, drills, leads and ladders. Hazard Hand tools and ladders to be checked daily.
Identification to be conducted for plant used e.g. Scissor lift, boom lift, cherry Elevated Work Platform/s in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and
picker. log book.
Truck crane in accordance with manufacturers recommendations and log book.
Persons responsible for ensuring compliance with this
1. Mark McDonald 2. Austin Wilds
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