Whsmp · OPW16/0021

        1   Cranes, hoist towers, scaffolding or formwork will not be used       And Plant WA
                                                                                 COP 2009
            to secure pipelines.
                                                                               • Managing The
        5   Clear access to the pump unit for concrete trucks to be              Risks Of Plant
            maintained.                                                          in the
        5   Safe and unobstructed access for the general public, to public       Workplace
                                                                                 COP 2012 –SA
            areas in the vicinity of the pumping unit and the delivery           / TAS
            trucks, if the pump is set up in the street.
        5   The pump frame will be anchored to the concrete deck to
            minimise vibration caused by the pump motor and hydraulics.
            Where concrete pumping equipment is to be set up on a street
            / roadway / public place approvals shall be obtained from local
            council as appropriate and any lane closures etc. will comply
            with relevant legislation and traffic will be managed as per the
            Traffic Management section of this project risk assessment.
            Controls to protect the public from concrete pumping
            activities will be implemented:
        3    Protective screens fitted around the pump area
        3    Close fitting mesh or shade cloth screen around the pump
        5        reservoir
             Sign posting “concrete pump being used” / “Concrete
        4        pump in operation”
             Provide an access ramp for the public which is stable and
                 sold, doesn’t create a trip hazard, has a height to length
                 ratio of no more than 1:12 from the highest point to the
                 end of the ramp, is easily negotiable by wheelchair, has a
                 non-slip surface at all times, extends the width of the
                 footpath, has handrails and toeboards, has adequate
                 lighting and has pump pipes that are removable for
                 inspection and cleaning.
        5   All persons other than operators of the pump are to stay clear
            of the pump and associated pipes / accessories.
        4   All lever or snap type clips will be fitted with safety pins.
        1   Pipe clamps that do not use locking pins will not be used
            onsite.
        3   Hopper grates will be in place whenever the pump is
            operating.
        5   Persons must not stand on or place hands or any other body
            part into the hopper at any time.
        5   Precautions will be taken to prevent the build-up of exhaust
            gases in work areas.



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