Scope of works for: Service or Commission Gas, Electric, Heat Pump or Solar Water heater following the Rheem / Solahart / Raypak / Edwards Service Manuals Page 2 of 7
STEP
/ JOB sequence(Outline each task to do the job) / HAZARD identification
(What can affect safety)
ASSESS THE RISK
(What could happen) / RISK BEFORE(1 – 6) /
CONTROLS that will be used
(Safe Work Procedures)Risk must be reduced to between 4-6 /
RISK AFTER
(1 – 6)This Scope of Works is Submitted to: (Principle Contractor) / contact:
COmpany: / DOCUMENT No: SWMS-03-048 Rev G – 10/05/13, DOI 07/08
SITE ADDRESS: / JOB ACTIVITY DETAILS:
Service or Commission Gas, Electric, Heat Pump or Solar Water heater following the Rheem / Solahart / Raypak / Edwards Service Manuals
THis scope of works is approved by: (Principle contractor
NAME: / SIGNATURE: / date:
POSITION: / PHONE NUMBER: / MOBILE NUMBER:
this scope of works has been prepared by: (contractor)
NAME: / SIGNATURE: / date:
POSITION: / PHONE NUMBER: / MOBILE NUMBER:
this scope of works will be supervised by: (Responsible person who will oversee, approve & inspect work, plant, tools, protective measures & equipment)
NAME / SIGNATURE: / date:
POSITION: / PHONE NUMBER: / MOBILE NUMBER:
Scope of Works – The following work activities are scored for risks associated with work hazards, and then controls implemented to reduce the risk to the lowest possible result.
· Step by step sequence of the tasks in carrying out the work from start to finish,
· Listing of potential hazards and the risk to health and safety & the rating of the risk (from the hazpak score 1 – 6)
· The safety controls that will be implemented to eliminate or reduce the risk to the lowest possible level & the rating of the risk after controls have been implemented
The end of the document lists the relevant legislation, codes of practice and standards applicable to the work undertaken.
The last page lists the names, qualifications and training undertaken by all workers involved in this scope of works
Possible Risk of a Hazard /Very Likely
/ Likely / Unlikely / Very UnlikelyDeath or Permanent Disability / 1 / 1 / 2 / 3
Long Term Illness or Serious Injury / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
Medical Attention or Days off Work / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5
First Aid Needed / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
1 / Arrival on Site / If site management are unaware of work being carried out then workers will be unaccounted for in the event of emergency evacuation / Work activity will be booked for the day with site management. Workers will sign on each day if required by management.
2 / Access to Site / Accessing site via other means than main gate can lead to risk of security breach and exposure to site hazards / Entry to site to be via gate directed by site management. If required, key to be picked up prior to arrival at site.
3 / Park Vehicle / Overhanging trees and bushes, uneven ground, narrow driveway are a risk of impact injuries and damage / Visually check for obstructions and road surface prior to driving to unload position
4 / Check Signage / Ignoring safety signs can lead to exposure to hazards and non compliance with site safety / Become familiar with the site safety signs and follow all instructions (eg wearing of appropriate Personal Protection PPE)
5 / Site Induction / Workers who do not receive site safety induction can be unaware of site specific hazards, risk of injury / Ensure all trades people receive instruction on site safety work procedures, practices and health & safety issues. All workers will follow the Principal Contractors site safety rules.
6 / Check Site Conditions / Uneven ground can cause slip and fall injuries when moving tools & equipment to work area / Check for slip and fall hazards and use planks if required to access work area if not already supplied by site management
7 / Site Inspection / Hazards such as rubbish & debris around the site can lead to risk of slip or trip injuries / Any rubbish or debris around the work area to be cleared prior to commencement of work.
8 / Delivery of tools & equipment / The hazard of manual handling can lead to risk of long term strain injury if using incorrect or unsafe handling of materials / Observe correct manual handling techniques. Use lightweight equipment such as aluminum ladders where possible.
9 / Manual Handling of tools and equipment / Long term manual handling injuries eg back injury can result from poor manual handling / Where required use team lifts, barrow, lifting straps. Follow Rheem Procedure OHS-03-045, Manual Handling Procedure
10 / On site storage of materials / Unsafe storage of materials is a hazard that can lead to the risk of injury to workers or damage to product / Ensure materials stored in an area where there is no risk of damage or injury. Storage of materials must not present a risk of trip or slip injuries or risk of falling onto workers.
11 / Inspect First Aid facilities / Incorrect or incomplete first aid kit can hinder aid to an injured person / Ensure first aid kit (Type A or B) is complete and that identify any first aid facilities provided by site management.
First aid kits are to be WorkCover approved
12 / Check Qualifications / Unskilled workers and lack of safety instructions can lead to risks of injury or long term illness / Ensure appropriate training, skills, licences and certificates of competency are held where required to do the work.
13 / Check Instructions / Lack of up to date instructions and site plans can cause incorrect work performance / Ensure all workers have access to the appropriate installation manuals and site plans where required
14 / General Induction / Workers who do not receive safety induction can be unaware of site specific hazards and risks of injury / Ensure all trades people have completed a General Induction course (green, red or blue card) on safe work procedures, safety practices and health & safety issues
15 / Lighting / Insufficient lighting can reduce visibility.
Risk of injury or damage to property / Ensure adequate lighting for the work area is in place prior to commencement
16 / Check Weather Conditions / Work in high winds, heavy rain, or electrical storms can lead to risk of slip injuries / Workers to ensure job activity is carried out in reasonable weather conditions and reschedule if necessary
17 / Check Sunlight Conditions / Exposure to UV from Sun can lead to skin damage and long term injury / When working outdoors ensure skin protection is used such as long sleeve shirts, tinted safety glasses, sun lotion (SPF 15+) and wide brimmed hats as necessary.
18 / Check personal protection equipment / Not wearing correct PPE is a hazard with risk of personal injury or long-term illness. eg Breathing dust from adjacent work activity can lead to health risks / Workers to wear correct PPE after all other controls to eliminate hazards are in place. Site management’s directions for PPE should be followed as required.
e.g. Hard Hats, Eyewear, Footwear, Safety Glasses, Breathing Masks, Gloves, Harness, SPF 15+ Sunscreen, long sleeves
19 / Working under other activities / Risk of falling objects on head and serious injury from overhead works / Workers to wear hard hats wherever there is a risk of materials or equipment falling from overhead
20 / Check Chemicals / Exposure to chemicals can cause long term illness. Check for materials containing Asbestos. / Ensure manufacturers instructions are followed when using chemicals eg stud adhesive & setting compounds. Check that MSDS sheets are carried for all chemicals.
21 / Inspect equipment / Incorrect, un-maintained or unsafe tools are a hazard with the risk of personal injury / Check all tools prior to commencement of work. Manufacturer’s guards to be in place and 240V electrical tools should be tested and tagged as per the Code of Practice.
22 / Using Gas & Oxy / Incorrect storage and use of gas and oxy acetylene equipment can lead to risk of burn injuries, explosion or fire / All gas cylinders, oxy & acetylene welding kits are to be supplied with trolley, fire extinguisher & flashback arrestors. Where bottles cannot be used in a trolley they are to be placed on their side to avoid falling with the exception of acetylene bottles which must remain in upright position and secured against accidental fall.
23 / Cleaning of Work Areas / Hazards such as rubbish & debris around the site can lead to risk of slip or trip injuries / Debris to be placed in area provided by site management. Work area to be kept clean & that work to progress in a tidy manner
24 / Electrical Isolation & Testing / Risk of electric shock causing serious injury if contact with live power / Use Volt meter to identify “live” parts and test power circuit.
Isolate circuit and lock out before remedial work commences.
Follow Rheem procedure OHS-03-016, Working with Electricity.
25 / Gas Isolation & Testing / Gas escape or explosive ignition (causing explosion) can lead to asphyxiation or serious burns and personal injury / Isolate gas supply if disconnecting gas carrying components.
Test all associated gas joints for leaks (eg use soapy water)
Keep body away from combustion chamber when testing ignition
(use mirror to view burners)
26 / Using Ladders to access roof and work platforms / Unsafe or incorrectly used ladders can result in risk of fall injuries
Incorrect ladders can cause collapse injury. Ladders not positioned correctly can slip and cause fall injuries. / Ladders to be of industrial standard and comply with AS1892. Ladders should be setup at a 4:1 ratio and tied off to the structure where there is a risk of the ladder becoming unstable. Ensure feet, rungs and stiles are in good condition.
Ladders to be rated at 120Kg min. Follow Rheem Procedure OHS-03-009, Working Safely with Ladders.
27 / Working on roofs or platforms / Work activity on roofs or platforms can lead to risk of fall injuries / If required use a harness connected to a fall arrest anchor point.
Extreme care to be taken on brittle roofs (asbestos/broken tiles etc) Follow Rheem Procedure OHS-03-043 Working on Roofs.
28 / Using harness on roof / Risk of injury to workers unfamiliar with harness operations and exposure to suspension syndrome after falling from heights / Workers to be trained in harness operations and regular inspection to be carried out. Harnesses to be secured to prevent wearer from falling over edge of roof.
29 / Accessing roofs and platforms / Contact with overhead power lines and structures can result in electrocution & injury / Workers will do visual check of overhead hazards. Power lines in the vicinity should be covered with tiger tails by site management. No work to be carried out within 2m of power lines
30 / Re-Positioning or replacing of Water Heater / Risk of Manual handling, lifting, twisting, pushing or pulling injuries / Use team lifts, barrow, lifting straps. Follow Rheem Procedure OHS-03-045 Manual Handling
31 / Cutting water / gas pipe / Risk of electric shock if there is a faulty earth connection, or the pipe being cut is between the earth connection and the street main. / Bridging conductors must be used to bond across the section of pipe to be cut until the job is completed and the continuity of the metallic service pipe is restored. Refer to Rheem Procedure OHS-03-016 Working with Electricity
32 / Re-connect plumbing / Skin damage to hands. Unsafe use of tools & equipment can lead to cuts, bruising or time off work / Ensure safe work practices are carried out and that tools meet industrial standards and are correct type for the work
33 / Re-connect flow and return pipes and hot sensor cable / Work activity on roofs can lead to risk of fall injuries / Follow Rheem Procedure OHS-03-009 Working Safely with Ladders. Follow Rheem Procedure OHS-03-043 Working on Roofs
34 / Re-Connect electric or gas supply / Electric shock, uncontrolled gas escape facilitating explosion or asphyxiation / Test for gas escapes using approved non-flammable methods
Follow Rheem Procedure OHS-03-016 Working with Electricity.
35 / Re-Commission installation / Burns from scalding water or steam from collectors / Wear gloves if fittings are hot, be aware and check for escaping water
36 / Test Installation / Risk of Gas explosion and personal injury / Properly purge lines, follow lighting instructions using mirror to avoid peering into combustion chamber when testing ignition and cross lighting
37 / Finishing up and house keeping / Rubbish and sharps in work area can cause slip and fall injuries or abrasions.
Risk to general public of slip/fall hazards that could cause injury / No materials are to be left on or near public footpaths. Wear PPE when clearing site.
Use pit provided by site management for disposal of off-cuts and rubbish.
38 / Site Check prior to leaving / Unreported hazards can pose a risk to other people on the site / Report any hazards or unsafe conditions to the site management. Leave area in a clean and tidy state.
39 / Site Security / Unlocked site can result in egress by unauthorized people and possible risk of injury / Leave area in a clean and tidy state.
Lock & Secure Site if required. Sign out if required by management
40 / Cleaning Vehicle / Leaving site with debris on wheels can result in contamination of storm water system / Ensure mud and debris is cleaned off wheels before leaving site
41 / Other Work Activity
42 / Other Work Activity
SWMS-03-048 Rev G – 10/05/13, DOI 07/08