SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT

LOADING AND UNLOADING AAc

CONCERATE Block
Name of Project_ Hyatt place Project No:
Contractor _ Grace Trunkey Project Date Prepared: 26/12/22

1. RESPONSIBILITIES

Charles Sturt Campus Services will conduct inductions for all workers (inclusive of employees and subcontractors) prior to commencing site work. A record of site inductions and
toolbox meetings will be kept at the Charles Sturt Campus Services office for future reference.

The Principal Contractor or Client will provide adequate amenities (toilets, wash rooms, dining facilities etc) as defined for this work type and in accordance with Safe Work Australia
Code of Practice Managing the Work Environment and Facilities.

All Charles Sturt Campus Services workers engaged in site work are required to wear the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as noted in this document. The consumption
of illegal drugs and alcohol is prohibited.

2. DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This brief, step by step work summary is to be completed by the Person Conducting Business or Undertaking (PCBU) or Site Supervisor on site prior to work commencing to assist
in the identification of possible hazards:
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1.
unloading Aac block
2. Compitent worker must deployed for unloading AAc block
3.
Worker work with mandatory ppes
4. Acess and egress free from obstruction
5.
Truck must have reversed horn
6. Operator must be compitent person
Unauthorised entry must be probhited
7.
8.
9.
 3. RISK ASSESSMENT

Risk Assessment Table

 LIKELIHOOD  CONSEQUENCES
(probability)  If the risk event actually occurs what is the severity of Injuries/Potential damages/Financial impacts?
 DISASTROUS  MAJOR  SERIOUS  MINOR  NEGLIGIBLE
• Fatality / Permanent • Long term Illness or • Medical attention • Medical attention less • 1 Aid injury.
st

How likely is the event to Disability. Significant injury. more than one week than one week off • Negligible Damage &
occur? • Extensive Damage & • Major – Damage & off normal duties. normal duties. Financial loss
Financial loss Financial loss • Serious Damage & • Minor Damage &
Financial loss Financial loss

 ALMOST CERTAINLY WILL CAT 1. CAT 1. CRITICAL CAT 2. CAT 2. CAT 3.

OCCUR CRITICAL RISK No. 25. RISK No. 23 HIGH RISK No. 20 HIGH RISK No. 16 MODERATE RISK No. 11

 GOOD CHANCE IT COULD CAT 1. CRITICAL CAT 2. CAT 2. CAT 3. CAT 3.

OCCUR RISK No. 24 HIGH RISK No. 21 HIGH RISK No. 17 MODERATE RISK No. 12 MODERATE RISK No. 7

CAT 1. CRITICAL CAT 2. CAT 2. CAT 3. CAT 4.

 LIKELY TO OCCUR
RISK No. 22 HIGH RISK No. 18 HIGH RISK No. 13 MODERATE RISK No. 8 LOW RISK No. 4

CAT 2. CAT 2. CAT 3. CAT 3. CAT 4.

 UNLIKELY TO OCCUR
HIGH RISK No. 19 HIGH RISK No. 14 MODERATE RISK No. 9 MODERATE RISK No. 5 LOW RISK No. 2

CAT 2.
 EXTREMELY UNLIKELY TO CAT 3. CAT 3. CAT 4. CAT 4.
OCCUR HIGH RISK No. 15 MODERATE RISK No. 10 MODERATE RISK No. 6 LOW RISK No. 3 LOW RISK No. 1
When assessing the risk of a particular hazard remember:
• The rating you use should indicate the importance of the action required to minimise the Risk posed by the Hazard.
• The more Hazards you identify the greater the overall Risk on the site.
• Overall Risk increases as the number of people exposed to a Hazard increases.
• The more serious the potential impact to a person’s health from a Hazard the greater the Risk.
• The frequency of exposure to a Hazard will increase the Risk.
Hierarchy of Controls
Eliminate Most Effective Eliminate – ‘Design out’ the hazard when new materials, equipment and work systems are being purchased for the
workplace.

Substitute Substitute - Substitute less hazardous materials, equipment or substances and use smaller sized containers.

Isolate – Separate the workers from hazards using barriers, enclosing noisy equipment and providing exhaust or
Isolate ventilation systems.
Engineering – Use engineering controls to reduce the risks such as guards on equipment, hoists or other lifting and
Engineering moving equipment.

Administrative – Minimise the risk by adopting safe working practices or providing appropriate training, instruction or
Administrative
information.

Personal Protective Personal Protective Equipment – Make sure that appropriate PPE is available and used correctly.
Equipment (PPE)
Least Effective
The Work Process - “Risk Rating” and “Who is Responsible” is to be completed by the PCBU or Site Supervisor prior to work commencing. Additional Site Specific Requirements
are to be entered following this section:

Step by Residual risk

Risk Who is
Steps Step Possible Hazards Safety Controls after Hierarchy of
Rating responsible?
Procedure controls applied
1 Risk Tool – condition / Category • Do a Risk Assessment prior to commencing work Category 4 – Low
Assessment guards etc. 3– and review the Principal Contractor's Site Safety Risk
Untrained workers Moderate Plan and Emergency Procedures and/or your
Workplace / worksite subcontractors’ Safe Work Method Statements
Risk
hazards (SWMS);
• Identify additional safety controls where
required using the Risk Assessment Worksheet
and Hazard Report Form;
• Manage the risks to health and safety
associated with falls from one level to another
that is reasonably likely to cause an injury;
• Obtain approvals from the supply authorities
where required;
• Make sure workers are trained, qualified or
experienced to carry out the specified tasks;
and
• Request appropriate licences or certification
when required before allowing work to
commence, including local council approval
where required.
2 Working Sun exposure - Category • Wear sunscreen, wide brim hat, long sleeve Category 4 –
outside sunburn, skin cancer, 2 – High shirt with collar, trousers and wraparound Low Risk
apterygial, corneal Risk sunglasses;
 Step by Residual risk
Risk Who is
Steps Step Possible Hazards Safety Controls after Hierarchy of
Rating responsible?
Procedure controls applied
cataracts and heat • Work in the shade when possible or under a
stroke shade structure; and
• Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
3 Assess the Manual handling Category • Consider the physical abilities of the worker, Category 4 –
workers injuries – Strains and 2 – High fitness and pre-existing injuries; Low Risk
sprains Risk • Consider the age of the worker – under 18 year
Back injuries olds are more at risk of injury as their body is
Musculoskeletal still physically developing; and
Disorder (MSD) • Consider the duration and frequency of the
activity – the risk of injury is increased the
longer a worker performs manual handling.
4 Assess the Awkward objects / Category • Always lift / move heavy and awkward objects Category 4 –
load positions 2 – High with help from someone else or lifting Low Risk
Confined space Risk equipment;
Excessive weight • Weights over 16kg should be lifted with
Sharp edges mechanical aids;
Slips, trips and falls • Never manually carry an object that obstructs
your path;
• Be careful not to drop or trap fingers and toes
with heavy items;
 Step by Residual risk
Risk Who is
Steps Step Possible Hazards Safety Controls after Hierarchy of
Rating responsible?
Procedure controls applied
• Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp
edges.
5 Lifting and Untrained workers Category • Lift from a squat with thighs taking the load. Category 3 –
carrying Manual handling 2 – High DO NOT bend over to lift; Moderate Risk
injuries Risk • To lower load, keep the back straight, with
Musculoskeletal head up and chin in. Position one foot forward
Disorder (MSD) and one back and bend knees to lower the
load;
• Carry objects close to body, with elbows by the
side of the body;
• Face the direction intended with head up and
chin in;
• Where possible, position the item in the palm of
hands and not fingertips;
• Keep the back upright and straight when
carrying;
• Move deliberately, keep pace steady and even;
and
• Do not twist when lifting, lowering or carrying a
load.
6 Team lifting Manual handling Category • Where objects are large / awkward and lifting Category 4 –
injuries 2 – High equipment can’t easily be used, consider team Low Risk
Crushing injuries Risk lifting:
Slips, trips and falls • Team members should be of similar height and
Musculoskeletal adequate strength;
Disorder (MSD) • Designate one person as co-ordinator or
leader; and

SWMS – Loading and Unloading Vehicles

 Step by Residual risk
Risk Who is
Steps Step Possible Hazards Safety Controls after Hierarchy of
Rating responsible?
Procedure controls applied
• Adequately train the team, preferably together.

7 Assess and Manual handling Category • Find the safest and most direct route; Category 4 –
prepare injuries 3– • Make sure there are no trip hazards, steep or Low Risk
access Crushing injuries Moderate slippery paths;
Slips, trips and falls • Make sure any ramps or planks are secured;
Risk
Musculoskeletal and
Disorder (MSD) • Wear appropriate footwear and gloves if
required;
8 Personal Injury, illness, Category • PPE is to be used only when no other control Category 3 –
Protection permanent disability 1– can reduce or eliminate the hazard / risk; Moderate Risk
Equipment and in extreme cases Critical • Make sure all workers are issued with and wear
(PPE) death. the recommended PPE as required for safety
Risk
on the worksite and specific to the activities and
tasks; and
• Train workers in the correct use, maintenance
and storage of PPE.
9 Lifting Manual handling Category • Make sure the equipment is suitable for the Category 3 –
equipment injuries 2 – High task. Moderate Risk
Impact and crushing Risk • Train workers in the correct use of the
injuries equipment;
Faulty equipment • Make sure manual lifting equipment is in good
Falling objects working condition; and
Musculoskeletal • Mechanical lifting equipment is to be
Disorder (MSD) maintained by a competent person to
manufacturer’s recommendations.
 Step by Residual risk
Risk Who is
Steps Step Possible Hazards Safety Controls after Hierarchy of
Rating responsible?
Procedure controls applied
10 Vehicle Traffic and moving Category • Where possible make sure an area is set up Category 3 –
deliveries / plant - impact and 2 – High away from road users for loading and unloading Moderate Risk
loading and crushing injuries Risk plant and equipment;
unloading Hit by falling objects • Provide clear access for vehicles to enter, exit
Slips, trips and falls and move on site;
Access and egress • Designate a responsible person to direct
Property damage vehicles and do not stand on the downhill side
or directly behind a moving or unloading truck;
• All workers must wear high visibility clothing,
safety boots, glasses and gloves at all times,
with hardhats, hearing protection, dust mask as
required;
• Make sure the truck/vehicle loading/unloading
has their hazard/warning lights on before
commencing loading/unloading operations;
• Make sure all signs are easy to read and road
users or vehicles on site can easily navigate
their way through the work zone;
• Produce a ‘Traffic Management’ or ‘Control
Plan’ if required or when closing traffic lanes;
• Where required, develop a Vehicle Movement
Procedure in accordance with AS 1742.3 -2002
- Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices –
Traffic Control Devices for Works on Roads;
• Slow traffic and direct it away from the work
area;
• Make sure advance warning signs and witches
hats have been put in place before
commencing work activities;
 Step by Residual risk
Risk Who is
Steps Step Possible Hazards Safety Controls after Hierarchy of
Rating responsible?
Procedure controls applied
• Where required make sure road user or site
vehicle speed signs have been put into place
before commencing work activities;
• Make sure all delineation barriers have been
setup to separate road users / pedestrian
pathways and work site activities before
commencing;
• Make sure alternate pedestrian routes and
adequate pedestrian movement are provided
for when required;
• Make sure work site entry and exit points are
controlled;
• Make sure adequate resources are provided to
accommodate traffic demand, especially the
times of day or night when traffic volumes are
higher;
• Check for overhead wires, structures and
branches;
• Keep clear if opening a vehicle load gate when
releasing the pin;
• Make sure the operator has seen you if you are
nearby; and
• Make sure trucks/vehicles can exit steep or
muddy sites when empty;
• Make sure speed limit of <40km/h is maintained
where traffic controller is present;
• Where barriers are present make sure that -
o No worker goes beyond barriers;
 Step by Residual risk
Risk Who is
Steps Step Possible Hazards Safety Controls after Hierarchy of
Rating responsible?
Procedure controls applied
o There is adequate clearance between
barrier and work area; and
o Water barriers are compatible, and
appropriately secured/filled.
11 Completion of Manual Handling Category • Remove any excess materials from the site Category 4 – Low
work or end of Slips, trips and falls 2 – High using correct manual handling techniques; Risk
work day Cuts and abrasions Risk • Continue to use PPE until all work is
Musculoskeletal completed;
Disorder (MSD) • Remove any signage, barricades, witches hats
etc.;
• Place equipment in approved storage area or
back in work vehicle;
• Make sure the work area is left clean and tidy;
and
• Lock / secure storage areas and / or site as
required.
 Residual risk after
Step by Step Risk Who is
Steps Possible Hazards Safety Controls Hierarchy of controls
Procedure Rating responsible?
applied

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Suggested date of next review: 22-04-21
 Residual risk after
Step by Step Risk Who is
Steps
Procedure
Possible Hazards
Rating
Safety Controls Hierarchy of controls responsible?
applied
 4. RESOURCES, QUALIFICATIONS AND PERMITS REQUIRED

Minimum number of workers required to complete this work 1 or more

Licence No:
Trade licence required to complete this work
Held By:
Additional qualifications, permits and/or experience required to
complete this work

Additional training required to complete this work Site Specific Induction and SWMS review required for all workers

5. SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Officer for this project is __________________, he/she can be contacted on _________________.

The Site Supervisor for this project is __________________, he/she can be contacted on _________________.

The Health and Safety Representative (HSR) for this project is _________________, he/she can be contacted on ________________.

All Charles Sturt Campus Services workers:

→ WILL be required to have relevant trade experience.

→ WILL be required to attend regular site inductions as well as project and task specific induction training when required.
 Work Health and Safety - Responsibilities
a) _________________ will be responsible for identifying and assessing the hazards associated with the works, and documenting the hazard control measures to be taken.
b) _________________ will be responsible for compliance with Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation, regulations, standards, codes, and the site-specific Sites Safety Rules.
c) _________________ will be responsible for assessing and monitoring your subcontractors' capabilities, and for making sure they meet WHS requirements.
d) _________________ will be responsible for managing the acquisition and communication of WHS information to managers, supervisors and people working on site.
e) _________________ will be responsible for preparing, maintaining and making accessible the register of hazardous substances.
f) _________________ will be responsible for maintaining first-aid stocks.
g) _________________ will be responsible for managing accident and emergency procedures.
h) _________________ will be responsible for keeping WHS records.
i) _________________ will be responsible for making sure that the Site Safety Rules are available and provided to people who may work on or visit the Site.
j) _________________ will be responsible for workplace injury management and rehabilitation.
k) _________________ will be responsible for managing communication between Health and Safety Committees (where applicable).
l) _________________ will be responsible for displaying the Site Safety Rules on noticeboards and other suitable locations on site.

6. TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES

The HSR will:

a) identify the WHS training needs of management, supervisors and workers on site;
b) make sure that appropriate training is carried out internally and/or by Safe Work Australia accredited trainers;
c) make sure that all personnel attend general WHS induction training before starting work;
d) make sure that all personnel attend adequate site-specific induction, work activity and refresher safety training;
e) conduct induction training, task training and refresher safety training for everyone working on site; and
f) keep appropriate records of WHS training at the Charles Sturt Campus Services office.
 7. INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
The HSR will:
a) be available (both during and outside normal working hours) to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from incidents; and
b) make sure that the procedures for contacting the relevant person(s) are communicated and clearly displayed on the sites.
 9. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
PPE for this task includes but is not limited to:
1 Hard hats 6 Sunglasses / Safety Glasses
2 Safety boots 7
3 Protective gloves 8
4 High visibility clothing / vests 9
5 Sun protection 10

10. ACCESS
No access shall be permitted by other trades into the work area whilst work is in progress. If necessary, appropriate signage and/or hoarding will be set up around the work area to
prevent access. Such signs and hoarding will be removed and area made-good on completion of work.
The following reference documents have been identified as relevant to this project and
a copy is kept at the Charles Sturt Campus Services office. This list is a guide only and Industry Codes
is not necessarily all the relevant documentation:Indian standard • Managing Noise & Preventing Hearing Loss at Work
• Manual Handling
• Managing Electrical Risks in the workplace
• Managing the risks of falls in the workplace
• Managing the Work Environment and Facilities
• OHSAS 18001:2007 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems –
requirements • Ladders
• Hazardous Manual Tasks
• Safe Work Method Statements
Legislation • First Aid in the Workplace
• Work Health and Safety Act 2011 • How to Manage Work Health and Safety Risks
• Work Health and Safety Regulations 2014 • Guide to preventing and responding to workplace bullying
• Safework compliance policy & prosecution guidelines • Dealing with workplace bullying – a worker’s guid
• Workers Compensation Act 1987
• Workplace Injury Management & Workers Compensation Act 1998
• Workers Compensation Regulation 2010
 12. SIGNOFF

The representatives of Charles Sturt Campus Services listed below have been involved in the creation and implementation of this Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) and will
make sure all work is carried out in accordance with this document. All workers listed below have the appropriate licence/qualifications and/or experience required to perform each job
task:

Worker on site Qualifications Signature Date

(e.g. Licences, Tickets, etc)

Signature and details of person responsible for site supervision of the work, inspecting and approving work areas, work methods, compliance with SWMS, protective
measures, plant, equipment and power tools for this site:

Signed: Date:

Name: Position: