SWMS 010 Water Jetting Drains SWMS Issue Date: 26/08/2022 Page 1 of 11 WATER JETTING DRAINS SWMS DetailsOrganisational Company Name: Approval Date: Company Address: Next Review Date: Director / Manager Name: Contact Number: Type of SWMS: Generic (multiple projects, jobs, or work requests) ☐ Site specific (complete section below) ☐ SpecificSite Details Principle Contractor: n/a ☐ Contact Number: n/a ☐ Site Manager or Supervisor Name: n/a ☐ Other PCBU’s: n/a ☐ Site Address: n/a ☐ n/a ☐ DetailsSWMS What high risk work activities are covered by this SWMS? Work in an area with movement of powered mobile plant. Work on or near energised electrical installations or services. Work on or near pressurised gas distribution mains or piping What is the scope of the works? Scope of work includes the physical work of installing, maintaining, repairing, altering, removing, or adding to Plumbing works. Who else was consulted/involved in preparing this SWMS? Workers / employees Principle Contractor ☐ WHS Team ☐ Additional compliance measures: Pre start Hazard Risk Assessment ☐ Toolbox Talk Workplace Safety Inspection ☐
SWMS 010 Water Jetting Drains SWMS Issue Date: 26/08/2022 Page 2 of 11 offSign Person responsible for ensuring compliance with SWMS: Responsible persons signature: Contact Number: Date: /Training Licencing Requirements Construction industry general induction (White Card) Senior First Aid Training ☐ Forklift Licence ☐ Traffic Control Ticket ☐ Asbestos Awareness ☐ Working with Asbestos of a Minor nature ☐ (Other): ☐ (Other): ☐ (Other): ☐ ProtectivePersonal Equipment Safety boots Eye protection Respiratory equipment Safety Helmet ☐ Hearing protection Barricading and signage ☐ Communication equipment ☐ Long sleeve long pants ☐ White night suits required on night shift ☐ (Other): ☐ (Other): ☐ (Other): ☐ (Other): ☐ (Other): ☐ (Other): ☐ Chemicals PVC Cement ☐ Diesel Fuel ☐ Petrol Fuel ☐ Silicone Spray ☐ Multi Purpose Grease ☐ Silicone ☐ MAPP Gas / LPG ☐ Oxygen / Acetylene ☐ Multi Use Lubricant Spray (WD 40) ☐ Nitrogen ☐ Refrigerants ☐ (Other): ☐
SWMS 010 Water Jetting Drains SWMS Issue Date: 26/08/2022 Page 3 of 11 Legislation Jurisdictions / Safety Legislation Regulator and Contact Number Codes of Practice NSW •Act: Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW) •Regulation: Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017 (NSW) •Regulator: Safework NSW 13 10 50 Note: To have legal effect in a jurisdiction a model Code of Practice must be approved as a code of practice in that jurisdiction. To find if a model Code of Practice has been approved in a particular jurisdiction, check with the relevant work health and safety regulator. • Managing Risks of Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace • First Aid in the Workplace • Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces • Confined Spaces Construction Work • Managing Noise and Preventing Hearing Loss at Work Standards AS/NZS 1067: Sunglasses and fashion spectacles, AS/NZS 1270: Acoustics Hearing protectors, AS/NZS 1337.4 6 Series: Personal eye protection, AS/NZS 1715: Selection use and maintenance of respiratory protection devices, AS/NZS 2161.1 10: Occupational protective gloves, AS/NZS 2210.1 9 Series: Occupational protective footwear, AS/NZS 1800: Occupational protective helmets Selection, care and use, AS/NZS 4501.1: Occupational protective clothing General recommendations on selection, care, use and maintenance of protective clothing
This type of control is most effective when used in conjunction with measures mentioned above or as an interim control whilst more effective control measures are developed and implemented.
This form of control involves substituting a safer process or material for the hazardous process/material found.
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Analysis Consequence Likelihood Consequence C1 C2 C3 C4 Likelihood L1 1 1 2 3 L1 Highly Likely C1 Catastrophic L2 1 2 3 3 L2 Likely C2 Major L3 2 3 4 4 L3 Unlikely C3 Moderate L4 3 4 4 4 L4 Rare C4 Minor EXTREME RISK HIGH RISK MEDIUM RISK LOW RISK
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This control measure involves eliminating or removing the risk in its entirety
PPE is not a particularly effective control method and should only be used: When all other control measures are impractical; or In conjunction with other more effective, control measures. Risk
This control involves separating the hazard or hazardous work practice from employee’s other work areas. This may involve sectioning off the area by erecting barriers or by moving either the hazardous work practice or the „other‟ employees and their work practices.
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This method of control involves designing and/or adding physical safety features to plant or equipment.
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SWMS 010 Water Jetting Drains SWMS Issue Date: 26/08/2022 Page 5 of 11 General Planning # Job Step / Process / Activity Identify Hazards Risk Level (R) and the Residual Rating (RR) Identify Controls / Action Required ResponsiblePersonL C R RR 1 Establishment of Site and Amenities • Non Compliance with site safety rules L2 C2 HR LR • Location of Amenities are to be pre determined and setup away from populated areas, schools and high traffic areas. • Exclusion zone set up around the site set up area. • Ensure all vehicles are parked legally (not in No Stopping and not over driveways or in a location which is obstructing traffic. • All staff are to wear PPE (hard hat, visibility vest and safety boots, safety glasses and gloves). • Refer to SWMS 001 General Plumbing Work for additional controls Workers 2 Ensure appropriate testing equipment is available for use • Defective equipment causing personal injury L2 C3 M3 LR • Visual inspection to be carried out on all equipment. • Ensure correct manual handling techniques are followed. • Wear all mandatory PPE and task specific PPE. SupervisorWorkers
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Open standpipe valve SLOWLY so that all air is expelled from the pipe Reverse the procedure to remove the standpipe.
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Lock standpipe in place on hydrant partial turn
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Remove the pit cover plate and the cover plate on the spring hydrant
When filling, and exiting fill area ensure: The ground is stable; the soil compacted sufficiently Gradient/slope within safe limits for travel Do not overload/exceed capabilities.
Place temporary barricades/signage in place if pedestrian traffic expected Ensure that the hydrant and standpipe are under observation during the operation.
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Obtaining Water from Hydrant. Check standpipe for: Any visible signs of defects Possible leaks – slight “O” ring seal weeps may be acceptable
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Clear the area around the pit cover plate from debris
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When filling from a hydrant, the driver is the controller of the worksite; the area around the hydrant: Park as close to the hydrant as possible Ensure pedestrians have a safe walkway
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SWMS 010 Water Jetting Drains SWMS Issue Date: 26/08/2022 Page 6 of 11 3 Obtaining water from a hydrant or another water source, e.g. creek/dam • Injury to public • Working roadside • Vehicle roll over L2 C2 HR LR •
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Check constantly for changing hazards while working and monitor work position at all times.
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Connect the flexible hose and ensure couplings are firmly locked in position
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SWMS 010 Water Jetting Drains SWMS Issue Date: 26/08/2022 Page 7 of 11 4 Lifting /Maintenancepit hole lid • Struck by mobile plant • Crush injuries • Amputation • Entanglement • Fatality • Crush Injuries • MSD injuries • Snake/spider bite L2 C3 MR LR • Follow traffic management plan requirements • Lift pit/maintenance hole cover with a crane as required. When having to lift a pit/maintenance hole cover using a crane. Check constantly for changing hazards while working and monitor work position at all times. Ensure: • All ground workers must wear a hard hat and high vis clothing. • Never place your hand in the opening to grasp a cover. Get help and use a tool • Use blocks/shims where appropriate to avoid crushing • Wear gloves and steel cap boots for protection. • Opening pit/maintenance hole lid • Be aware of sudden unexpected movement if cover dislodging from the lid • Do not use excessive force • Use appropriate tool for cover removal or use mechanical means to assist in a lift of heavy lids. • Be aware of surroundings - snakes and spiders can be found anywhere • Never put your hands or feet somewhere where you can’t see them • Check all drain covers after removal.
SWMS 010 Water Jetting Drains SWMS Issue Date: 26/08/2022 Page 8 of 11 5 Inspect the drain • Equipment failure • Fall • atmospheresHazardous • Biological hazards/ disease L2 C2 HR LR • CCTV is pre inspected and operated following manufacturers’ instructions. Check: • All controls are labelled and working • Safety decals attached and legible • All safety devices are present and in good condition. • Protect the edges where a person can fall • Allow air to vent from pits when opening covers before commencing work • Do not enter any pit • If work involves entering an identified Confined Space, a separate, dedicated ‘Confined Spaces SWMS’ is required to be used in conjunction with this SWMS. • Wear gloves, clear safety glasses, and protective clothing when removing covers and handling equipment • Ensure workers immunised for hepatitis "B" and tetanus • Use disinfectant to wash hands as per label requirements • Do not eat, drink or smoke during/after handling equipment until hands are washed. • If an injury such as a cut occurs when operating a drain cleaner, seek immediate medical attention as infection and disease can be transmitted through sewer equipment. Workers 6 Pump use • Burns • Operator error Lack of information • AtmospheresHazardous L2 C2 HR LR • Always follow pump operating manual • Ensure all safety guards and shields are in place while operating pump • Do not allow pump to overheat. If pump overheats, turn it off immediately, & allow it to cool • Do not touch pump engine or exhaust during or immediately after operation (it will be hot). • Permanently mount a name plate on pump which provides the following information: Manufacturer’s name Model designation, serial number & year of manufacture Maximum volume and pressure performance Maximum input speed Maximum operating pressures. • Do not operate motorised machinery in enclosed spaces for extended periods (carbon monoxide build up) • Ensure well ventilated area when using petrol or diesel pumps Workers
Using High Pressure Hoses. Ensure: Carefully inspect the nozzle body before each use for damage. Replace damaged or worn nozzles immediately
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The pump unit should not be placed where it can be contaminated by debris from the jetting operation:
• Use at least two operators when Hydro jetting. The primary operator handling the cleaning device must maintain control of the water discharge at all times
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Keep hands and body away from pinholes and nozzles, which eject fluids under high pressure Always depressurise the system before removing the nozzle. Mark the last 3m of the hose in 1.5m sections. (This will allow the operator to determine when the nozzle is close to the entry of the clean out)
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Fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate skin. If injured by pressurised fluid, obtain medical treatment immediately.
Hoses used for high pressure cleaning are rated for pressures at least 2.5 times that of the intended operating pressure Hoses must be tagged
Take care during insertion and removal a to avoid damage to hoses on corners and sharp edges. (Use edge guards where necessary)
are fitted with actuating devices that require positive effort by the operator, (hand or foot) to keep the supply valve open
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Insert nozzle into the line before pressurising the system. Ensure the nozzle is inserted far enough into the line that any backward facing jets do not pose a hazard to the operator (use an anti withdrawal device where Duringpracticable)operation,never force a lance through blockages
Couplings to be securely fastened and reinforced by a secondary method to avoid separation
The secondary operator can operate emergency shutdown operations and act as a safety spotter
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SWMS 010 Water Jetting Drains SWMS Issue Date: 26/08/2022 Page 10 of 11 SWMS Employee Sign off This SWMS has been developed in consultation and has been read, understood, and signed by all workers undertaking the scope of works: Print Names: Signatures: Dates:
SWMS 010 Water Jetting Drains SWMS Issue Date: 26/08/2022 Page 11 of 11 SWMS Employee Sign off This SWMS has been developed in consultation and has been read, understood, and signed by all workers undertaking the scope of works: Print Names: Signatures: Dates: