Concrete Pouring RAMS
Concrete Pouring RAMS
Method Statement Title: Health & Safety Management System Method Statement
Method Statement No: Rev No: Rev C
Approval
Revision Approval Approval Client Approval Approval
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Contents
1. Project Details 10. Emergency Response Plan
2. Scope of Work / Activity Intended 11. Other Safety / Method Statements, ITP’s, etc. Affected
3. Order / Priority of Operations 12. Drawings / Sketches / Pictures
4. Personnel / Resources 13. Handover Notices and O&M Data
5. Reference / Requirement to Work 14. Briefing Arrangements / Communication of Method Statement
6. Method of Work Risk Assessment
7. Control Measures 15. Risk Assessment
8. Materials 16. Appendices
9. Plant / Equipment
Distribution
MAIN CONTRACTOR + CONTRACTOR Construction Ltd
Notes
1 – Holders of a controlled document are responsible for ensuring that any superseded Method Statement is removed and destroyed.
2 – Please keep your Method Statement safe, and do not allow it to be copied. Contact your Line Manager if you require further copies.
4.2 Numbers:
4.3 Personnel 3 site operatives dependent on the work and all CSCS qualified
All operatives are to hold as a minimum a CSCS card; Supervisor to be SMSTS or SSSTS as a minimum
Training &
4.3 All operatives carrying out specialist work or activities must have appropriate training i.e Asbestos Awareness,
Competence:
Abrasive wheel training.
4.4 Signing in/out All operatives are to sign in and out each day as per Main Contractor arrangements.
5.3 Sole Possession: Main Contractor controlled site. No pedestrian access. Other contractors working on site.
Traffic / Access Access is through the main site entrance on Bluewater Parkway. Visitors are asked to comply with the requests of
5.5 Management: the gatemen.
Pedestrian Access / Please refer to the above, pedestrians are to access site via security, sign in and report to the site offices for
5.6 Egress: further instruction.
Via the Site entrance and security off Bluewater Parkway. The site Address is:
5.7 Emergency Access:
XXXX
The days’ work is to be confirmed by MAIN CONTRACTOR site management to the Supervisor who will then
conduct a daily site briefing in conjunction with these RAMS. Once the daily briefing is complete all site operatives
are to sign the briefing sheet to confirm they understand. All works are to be supervised by a CONTRACTOR
supervisor at all times.
General Considerations:
Prior to the commencement of the works the area will be surveyed with MAIN CONTRACTOR to
highlight the scope and any restrictions.
There are strict noise restrictions in place during shop opening times.
Site operatives are to ensure proper manual handling techniques are followed.
Method of work:
Before works can begin a permit to work will need to be gained from MAIN CONTRACTOR Site
management.
A new reinforced concrete slab is to be constructed as per the engineer’s drawings found in Appendix A.
To begin some enabling works will need to be completed which includes some scabbling back of the
existing concrete ramp using scabbling machine a small Hilti AVR kango’s with wide chisels.
Once the enabling works have been completed install the rebar and dowels as per the engineers
drawing found in Appendix A.
The rebars are H10 and fixed in place using Hilti RE-500 resin with 100mm of embedment.
H10 L-Bars need to be installed at the bottom of the existing ramp at 200 c/c with 100mm of
embedment and fixed in place with Hilti RE-500 resin.
Once the dowels are in place, secure some A393 mesh to the dowels with binding wire.
The shuttering will be cut using a skill saw, and the 4x2 timber using a handsaw. The shuttering will be
fixed together using screws and a battery drill.
Rubber gloves are to be worn during the mixing of the concrete.
Pour the concrete into the shuttering a level off ensuring the concrete is level with the SSL of +6.350m.
Allow the concrete to cure before removing the shuttering.
Clean and tidy the work area and remove and waste generated during the construction of the slab.
Drainage installation:
Prior to any works being undertaken all operatives will read the method statement and ensure they
understand its content.
There is an excavation to be formed in the road.
Prior to the commencement of works the area will be barriered off and signage in place to allow the
works to proceed.
A cat scan will be undertook to ensure that the presence of any live services is highlighted.
Digging is to be by hand as a precautionary measure.
The area is to be scanned every 300mm.
Whilst the excavation is being formed it will have barriers in place and also signage indicating there is an
excavation underway.
Suitable access to the excavation will be provided in the form of a tied down ladder.
At no time is the Excavation to be left uncovered.
A steel plate is to be used at all times to protect the hole.
Once the hole has been excavated a hole is to be drilled through the existing beam using a diamond
drilling rig.
The rig is to be operated by a competent operator.
The hole is to allow the drainage to be passed through the beam.
A hole will be broken in the slab by an operative on the other side of the beam to allow the rest bend to
be installed.
This is to be as per the Engineers drawings and will be connected to a pipe that is passed through the
beam.
Once the rest bend has been installed the slab will be reinstated to the concrete specifications’ details.
Waste Removal:
Transport the waste to the CONTRACTOR waste storage area to await loading into a skip. Waste removal is to be
booked in with the waste removal company. Confirm times the day before with MAIN Contractor Site
management who will then book in the arrival times with the XXXX Gatekeepers. Once skip truck arrives load the
skip.
Daily task briefings are required prior to works commencing each day to be handed in to MAIN CONTRACTOR
management or works are ceased until complete.
The worksites will be maintained clean, tidy and in good condition at all times. Materials and waste will be
stacked tidily, with power leads and cables kept tidy to prevent trips.
During the course of the work, site operatives will give full consideration to the Health & Safety of all 3 rd parties
working on or adjacent to the work location. The work site will be kept in an orderly state to avoid endangering
any such person.
Where there are any variations in the work, amendments will need to be made and recorded on this document.
Checked (Inspection &
6.2 Inspections must be carried out as detailed in line with the MAIN CONTRACTOR procedures.
Test Plans)
Documented (e.g.
6.3 All Inspection sheets to be completed as per the MAIN CONTRACTOR Quality procedures.
Inspection Sheets)
8.0 Materials
Certification (i.e.
8.5 N/A
Timber):
Protection
8.6 All material storage areas to be kept tidy and segregated.
Requirements:
Oxidising Toxic Gas Under Corrosive Harmful Flammable Dangerous to Explosive Long Term
Pressure Environment Health Hazards
No Yes No No Yes No No No Yes
Risk to Health
Harmful by inhalation; contact with eyes; if swallowed; contact with broken skin.
Control Measures
Cover all cuts with waterproof plasters. Avoid inhalation of aerosol. Wash thoroughly before eating, smoking or drinking. Avoid
contact with skin & eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing & gloves. If feeling unwell consult G.P. show this assessment if
possible.
Storage Disposal
N/a N/a
First Aid
Eye Contact: Irrigate with plenty of water for at least Inhalation: Remove to fresh air and rest.
15 minutes.
Skin Contact: Wash all cuts and abrasions thoroughly Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting
with clean water. Cover all cuts & broken skin with
waterproof plaster immediately.
Training/Instruction Required
Verbal Instruction Written Instruction Yes
Tool Box Talk Specialist Training
Oxidising Toxic Gas Under Corrosive Harmful Flammable Dangerous to Explosive Long Term
Pressure Environment Health
Hazards
No Yes No No Yes No No No Yes
Risk to Health
Can cause allergic dermatitis through contact with chromates. Can cause Burns/skin ulceration. Contact can cause irritant
contact dermatitis. Irritating to eyes and respiratory system. Inhalation of respirable Quartz causes long term hazard.
Control Measures
Cover all cuts with waterproof plasters. Avoid inhalation. Wash thoroughly before eating, smoking or drinking. Avoid contact
with skin & eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing & gloves. Use a FFP3 dust mask. Eye goggles. Cover skin. When using do not
smoke, eat or drink. Wash after contact. Damp down then sweep up.
Storage Disposal
A specifically designated area made by MAIN Via the use of skips each day
CONTRACTORon site
First Aid
Eye Contact: Irrigate with plenty of water for at least Inhalation: Remove to fresh air and rest.
15 minutes.
Skin Contact: Wash all cuts and abrasions thoroughly Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting
with clean water. Cover all cuts & broken skin with
waterproof plaster immediately.
Training/Instruction Required
Verbal Instruction Written Instruction Yes
Tool Box Talk Specialist Training
Plant to be kept within designated area, to avoid interference with other ongoing works. Small plant to be kept
9.4 Storage Requirements:
within locked stores when not in use.
Protection
9.5 Site is under security provisions put in place by MAIN CONTRACTOR.
Requirements:
9.7 Hand Tools: Crowbars, claw hammers, club hammer, masonry chisels, screwdrivers
Contractor ( CONTRACTOR Supervisor): 07902 793867 Mr J. Sweeney ( CONTRACTOR Pro. Manager): 07920
573414
Mr E. Hugh ( CONTRACTOR Ass. Project Manager): 07920 573417
Emergency Procedures: All accidents however minor must be reported directly to the MAIN CONTRACTOR or CONTRACTOR Site Team. In
the event of a fire a claxon will be sounded to alert site operatives of the danger who will leave the building as per the MAIN
CONTRACTOR fire alarm procedures in an orderly fashion and muster opposite the job. The emergency services will be called.
General:
All site foremen for CONTRACTOR are trained to direct any injured person to the site office or wherever the first aider is
located.
All fire stations will be continually checked by our staff for safety tags and misuse, if signs of the above are affected the
offending item will be passed over to the site team.
At no time, will firefighting be undertaken unless it is deemed that the complete fire can be safely extinguished using the
provided equipment.
All services to be confirmed as being redundant prior to stripping out.
N/a
N/a
Handover certificates are to be completed by a member of CONTRACTOR and MAIN CONTRACTOR management.
To access site, all operatives, and supervisors to check in with MAIN CONTRACTOR site supervisor to safely access the area to ensure no
conflict with surrounding works.
Supervisor in charge Site Check: To be carried out at work commencement by Site Supervisor in charge of work or their nominee.
The operations covered by this risk assessment have been checked on site and given the following status:
A Accepted for operations to continue.
B Comments made and incorporated into the task briefings. Operations may proceed.
C Revised MS / WPP required for acceptance. Operations to cease.
Probability/likelihood Description
Likely/foreseeable Occurs repeatedly/event only to be expected.
Probable Not surprised. Will occur several times. Could occur sometimes.
Possible Unlikely, though conceivable.
Remote/Improbable So unlikely that probability is close to zero.
KEY Probability
High High Risk
High High Risk
Medium Medium Risk
Low Low acceptable risk - no action**
Level of
Element of the Work Process Level of Person Who Will Control
Persons at Risk Control Measure/ Precaution Residual
and Hazard Risk the Risk
Risk
Use of vibrating tools and Operatives 3x3= 9 Where practicable minimise exposure to operatives 3x1= 3
equipment (Reciprocating by reducing usage time of vibrating equipment.
Saws, SDS Drills, Skill Saws)
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Level of
Element of the Work Process Level of Person Who Will Control
Persons at Risk Control Measure/ Precaution Residual
and Hazard Risk the Risk
Risk
i.e. when breaking Concrete, Where hand held, tools are to be used ensure that
Masonry the items of plant are vibration dampened / low in
vibration.
Only use effective, well maintained items of plant.
Minimise exposure to operatives by rotating shift
patterns.
Ensure operatives wear gloves to help keep hands
warm and aid circulation during operations.
Where operatives use vibrating tools a record of
‘trigger’ time spent on ‘each’ piece of equipment
used during the shift is to be logged to ensure that
the exposure limit is not exceeded.
Prior to starting works with any vibrating equipment
operatives are to be briefed on and complete a HAVS
health self-assessment.
Supervisor to ensure vibration exposure limits
information has been provided by the equipment
supplier.
Supervisor to ensure any compressor driven
equipment has whip checks in place.
Manual Handling, Injury by Operatives 4x3= 12 Use mechanical lifting methods to move/locate 4x1= 4
heavy lifting. materials as close to the installation location as
possible to prevent double handling.
Protective gloves suited to the task to be worn at all
times.
Operatives to be advised on correct positioning of
hands and feet in relation to the movement of the
load by tool box talks. All materials are to be
delivered as close as possible to the storage area.
All lifting and lowering areas are clear of tripping
hazards, and likewise check the route over which any
load is to be carried.
Large heavy loads if at all possible to be broken down
into smaller lighter and more manageable sizes.
Weight of items to be assessed and advised to
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Level of
Element of the Work Process Level of Person Who Will Control
Persons at Risk Control Measure/ Precaution Residual
and Hazard Risk the Risk
Risk
personnel on site.
Use good lifting techniques at all times. Only lift or
carry materials or equipment if you feel comfortable
to do so, consider the use of mechanical means
where possible. Rest and rotate as required during
natural pauses in activity.
Noise All 5x3= 15 Where exposure is above 1st action level (80dba), 5x1 = 5
information must be provided on the risk of damage
to hearing and personnel made aware of the
availability of hearing protection.
Where exposure level is at or above the 2nd action
level (85dba) the use of hearing protection is
compulsory.
For longer, continuous Periods of exposure the time is
to be monitored and limited to shorter Periods.
Equipment is to be properly maintained.
All plant used will either be super silenced where
possible.
Adequate and suitable warning signs must be placed
in the vicinity of the works location.
Hearing protection to be readily available at first
action level – 80dba.
Hearing protection compulsory when 2nd action level
reached. – 85dba.
Leptospirosis (Weil’s Disease) All 4x5= 20 Leptospirosis (Weils Disease) can be caught through 4x1= 4
contact with foul water and contaminated ground /
rubbish.
No eating or drinking except in the site offices /
canteen.
Running water to obtained from an approved supply.
Provide adequate welfare facilities.
If operatives cut themselves the cut / abrasion is to
be thoroughly washed using clean water. Broken skin
is to be covered with a waterproof plaster
immediately.
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Level of
Element of the Work Process Level of Person Who Will Control
Persons at Risk Control Measure/ Precaution Residual
and Hazard Risk the Risk
Risk
If they are feeling unwell they should consult their
doctor. Any incident should be recorded in the site
accident book.
Refer to COSHH assessment for Leptospirosis which
will be located in the Safety File.
Slips, trips, and falls Operatives 4x2= 8 All tools / equipment and materials are to be properly 4x1= 4
(Housekeeping) stored immediately on delivery and after use.
All unwanted packing materials to be correctly
disposed of. Tripping obstructions to be cleared from
work area and maintained.
Appropriate task lighting to be available for all
relevant works.
Welfare facilities to be kept in a clean and tidy
condition. Operatives to maintain good personal
hygiene.
Adequate waste skips to be provided – operatives to
receive TBT on waste segregation.
Materials and equipment to be stacked in a tidy
fashion.
Clear walkways to be maintained at all times.
Properly considered access/egress points into
excavations.
Use of Power/Hand Tools Operatives 5x4= 20 All hand tools will be inspected before use by the 5x1 = 5
operative.
Defective tools will be reported to the supervisor, will
not be used and will be replaced.
All electrical equipment is to be PAT tested and
within 3month date if heavy use.
All tools are to be inspected in line with the PUWER
regs on no later than 7 days basis.
All faulty tools are to be either replaced or repaired
by the supplier / manufacturer of the equipment.
All accessories i.e. blades and bits are to be checked
regularly and replaced when worn.
Level of
Element of the Work Process Level of Person Who Will Control
Persons at Risk Control Measure/ Precaution Residual
and Hazard Risk the Risk
Risk
Use of abrasive wheels: Operatives 4x3= 12 Operatives to wear the correct PPE at all times (i.e. 4x1 = 4
Flying debris safety goggles/visor and dust mask if not in well
ventilated area).
Where no dust collection bag is fitted, dust mask is to
be worn.
Only competent trained operatives to use grinders.
Ensure the correct retractable guard is fitted and in
good working order.
Operatives to be briefed on the contents of the risk
assessment.
Hot works permit to be given before works can begin
with a grinder.
Pollution Operatives 2x3= 6 Consideration needs to be given safe waste disposal 2x1 = 2
and in accordance with MAIN CONTRACTOR Site
Waste Management Plan.
Waste material will not be poured down drains, sinks
or toilets.
Dust will be controlled as far as practicable possible
with the use of mechanical extraction or the use of
dustbags on power tools.
Noise pollution will also be monitored by
CONTRACTOR and MAIN CONTRACTOR Site
Management as this is a noise sensitive environment
and any restrictions put in place will be implemented.
Asbestos Operatives 5x4= 20 All operatives are to be briefed on the Asbestos 5x1 = 5
Survey / Register
All operatives are to be Asbestos awareness trained.
Operatives are to immediately stop work if they
discover or perceive an item to be ACM’s and report
it to a member of the MAIN CONTRACTOR
Management team.
Operatives are not to disturb any potentially
suspected Asbestos.
Working around Electrical Operatives 5x4= 20 Before works commence electrics need to be 5x1 = 5
Level of
Element of the Work Process Level of Person Who Will Control
Persons at Risk Control Measure/ Precaution Residual
and Hazard Risk the Risk
Risk
isolated.
Electric isolation needs to be confirmed in writing by
MAIN CONTRACTORthat the area is safe.
Whereby live Electrics isolated then they are to be
clearly labelled and / or identified to CONTRACTOR
operatives via a briefing sheet.
Operatives are to ensure when drilling, breaking or
cutting out ceilings or walls etc… that they carry out
an initial exploratory hole with a smaller blade or bit
to ensure they can identify the build up behind /
underneath etc… and miss any services.
3rd Party Protection Members of Public 4x3= 12 Establish safe working area to prevent unauthorised 4x1 = 4 Contractor
access.
All works will be carried out under a permit to work
system gained from the MAIN CONTRACTORsite
team.
Protection to the public will be in the form of barriers
and adequate signage to notify of the danger. Site
supervisors will also be on hand to ensure no third-
party access.
Concrete Operatives 4x3=12 Operatives to be briefed regarding the risk and safety 4x1=4 Contractor
awareness. If practicable lay a board across kicker
bars until immediately before pour.
Inform site operatives of hazards associated with
concreting and the control measures to be
implemented. Wear appropriate PPE and monitor
compliance. Welfare facilities are provided for
operatives to remove any contaminated clothing and
showers for washing and immediate first aid (eye
irrigation) facilities.
Ensure all moving parts (where there is a risk of
entanglement are guarded, or other suitable
measures are in place. Do not wear loose clothing
that could be caught in rotating/ moving parts. Do not
climb inside concrete drums. Do not reach into
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Element of the Work Process Level of Person Who Will Control
Persons at Risk Control Measure/ Precaution Residual
and Hazard Risk the Risk
Risk
rotating drums with hand/ arm or shovel.
Where practicable allow spills to set and then lift. If
this is not an option, lift the wet product with suitable
equipment (depending on spilt quantity) into a
suitable receptacle for later disposal. Dispose of via
authorised site or in accordance with the local
authorities. Avoid spills into local watercourses due to
alkalinity of the product.
Working in an excavation Operatives and 5x4=20 Ensure cat scan is taken 5x1 5
members of public Hand digging only
Ensure weekly inspections of excavation
Ensure suitable access
No Lone working
Ensure excavation is covered at all times.
Weals disease Operatives Ensure operatives wear correct PPE. 5x1 5
Ensure operatives have access to washing facilitys
Ensure operatives are educated as to the dangers of
weals disease.
Appendix A: