Northern Gateway
METHOD STATEMENT For
The Installation of Steel Sheet Piled Retaining Wall at CH1350-1500 on behalf of
Welsh Government at
Northern Gateway Document Reference: C11588/11.3/ MS002 Rev C0 Date 23/01/2015
Prepared by
Signature
S.Yates
Approval R. Howarth
Signature
Date 23/01/2015
Approved By: For: Revision Status and Distribution (For revisions refer to the addendum schedule attached) Distribution: Volker Stevin/ Foreman / File 11.3
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I have read and understood the following method statement: Print Name
Addendum Schedule Addendum Number
Date
Alterations
Signature
Date
The site Foreman/Supervisor may carry out hand written addendum’s to this Method Statement only after discussions regarding the changes with the Author or Manager, and that they agree with the proposed changes. Any such alterations will be referenced as the latest issue number followed by a, b, c …… The Method Statement will then be briefed to all personnel concerned and recorded on a task briefing sheet.
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Contents 1.0 Introduction ...........................................................................................................................3 2.0 Purpose ................................................................................................................................4 3.0 Programme ...........................................................................................................................4 4.0 Responsibilities .....................................................................................................................4 5.0 Reference Documents ..........................................................................................................4 6.0 Working Hours ......................................................................................................................5 7.0 Pre-requisites to starting on site............................................................................................5 8.0 Mobilisation ...........................................................................................................................5 a) Deliveries ..............................................................................................................................5 b) Equipment ............................................................................................................................5 c) Labour and Small Tools ........................................................................................................ 6 Methodology. ........................................................................................................................6 9.0 a) Pitching and Driving Using Movax......................................................................................................6 b) Water Jetting (If required) ...................................................... .................................................6 c) Controls & Monitoring ...........................................................................................................7 10.0 Labour ..................................................................................................................................7 11.0 Safety and COSHH...............................................................................................................7 12.0 Housekeeping .......................................................................................................................8 13.0 Environmental Information ....................................................................................................8 d) Waste and Pollution ..............................................................................................................8 e) Noise & Vibration ..................................................................................................................8 f) Fuel & Oils ............................................................................................................................8 g) Water courses ......................................................................................................................8 14.0 Personal Protective Equipment .............................................................................................8 15.0 Lifting Equipment ..................................................................................................................8 16.0 Lighting .................................................................................................................................9 17.0 Emergency Procedures ........................................................................................................9 18.0 Third Parties .........................................................................................................................9 APPENDICES .................................................................................................................................9 Appendix A
Risk Assessments
Appendix B
Site layout/Installation
Appendix C
Working Platform Permit to Load Certificate
Appendix D
Piling Rig details
Appendix E
Standard Forms: Permit to Commence Pile Driving Record
Appendix F
Completion Certificate Impact Driving Records
COSHH Assessments
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1.0
Introduction This method statement details the proposed works connected with the off loading, loading and installation of sheet pile retaining wall using a 25tn excavator and Movax unit to construct a retaining wall at the Northern Gateway project for Welsh Government. The work is to be completed in one visit from 16/03/15. The scope of works is to install 180no AU14 sheet piles throughout CH1350-CH1500 along an existing cycle path. The site location of the works and delivery address is: C/o Volker Stevin Off Welsh Road Deeside Wales CH5
2.0
Purpose The purpose of this method statement is to identify potential hazards and to provide a safe and considered method of work.
3.0
Programme The works will be completed in accordance with the Volker Stevin programme of works. Mobilisation of plant and personnel to site will be 16/03/15 with an anticipated programme period of 2 weeks.
4.0
Responsibilities Volker Stevin will be responsible for ensuring that all the FPS attendances are provided and in place prior to the piling equipment mobilising to site. The Piling Foreman will be responsible for ensuring that the operations completed by Volker Stevin will be in accordance with this method statement. The Operations Manager will be responsible for ensuring the Piling Foreman has the necessary support for works. The Operations Manager will be responsible for ensuring the Method Statement and Risk assessments are in place and, together with the Piling Foreman that site conditions match those envisaged for the works. On this project the relevant staff are:
5.0
VGE Personnel
Position
Site Status
Robert Howarth Martin Knight Mark Curtis Steven Yates
Construction Manager Operations Manager Piling Supervisor Graduate Engineer Piling Foreman Movax operator Piling Operative
Visiting Visiting Visiting Visiting On site full time On site full time On site full time
Contact Numbers 07748 112 263 07968 480 891 07876 876 317 07914 784 073
Reference Documents Sheet Pile layout Sheet Piling RAMS Sheet Piling Lift Plan
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6.0
Working Hours Working hours will be 7.30am to 6.00pm. Safety and task lighting will be required at the start and end of the shift during the winter months. Lighting units will be positioned to ensure the lights do not shine directly onto the lower bund.
7.0
Pre-requisites to starting on site • • • • • • • • • •
8.0
A site safety induction is to be provided by Volker Stevin which will include the site emergency procedures and personnel authorised to give instructions. All VS Piling personnel will be inducted into this Method Statement and Risk Assessment and will be briefed by the Operations Manager/Piling Supervisor and a copy given to the Volker Stevin Project Manager. Clear and safe access and egress to and from the site for our personnel and adequate demarcation from other operations (Site clearance etc). Suitable haul road & access to all areas for the works, including stable and well maintained piling platforms. This will be detailed in the VS Traffic Management Plan. Removal of obstructions. Adequate Welfare facilities. Setting out of the pile line and levels. A signed Permit to Work for pile installation operations (Appendix E). Other permits as necessary (eg Hot Works permit for cutting/ burning operations). Clear delineation and notification of any live overhead or underground services.
Mobilisation a) Deliveries The Piling Foreman will inspect the platform prior to the Movax setting up. If satisfactory, he will get the certificate from Appendix C signed off by the Volker Stevin Project Manager prior to any operations commencing. Offloading of the plant and ancillary equipment will be carried out within the site boundary. The low loader will reverse to the Queensferry Hotel Car park to the works area, the low loader will then be tracked off by the rig operator and track onto the cycle path. A banksmen is to be present at all times and the speed of the excavator is to be limited to a walking speed. Goalposts will be erected under the cables to establish a minimum height.. All deliveries will be made to the main site compound. No plant/materials are to be stored on the lower berm. All delivery vehicles will arrive with suitable edge protection. b) Equipment The Operations Manager will make the necessary arrangements via Volker Brooks (i.e. movement orders where necessary) for the delivery of the piling equipment to site. The proposed plant to be used on this project will be as follows: • 25tn excavator • 50v Movax unit • Telehandler • Weld set • Trailer unit
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c) Labour and Small Tools The labour shall travel in a Transit Van carrying any necessary small tools and oxygen / propane / cutting / burning equipment. The transit van will be required access into the main site compound. The Movax operator will travel separately in his own transport.
9.0
Methodology.
a) Delivery of sheet piles to works area Piles will be transported from the laydown area in the site compound to the works area along the bank East of Bascule Bridge. This method will utilise a trailer unit which will be transported by either the telescopic handler or VS dumper. A live road will need to be crossed VS are to provide traffic control management. CH1350-CH1500 Sheet piles will be loaded onto a trailer unit by means of the telescopic hander in the compound storage area. The trailer unit will then deliver the piles to the works area using the existing road up to The Queensferry Hotel. Once the trailer unit reaches the works area the 25tn Movax will unload the trailer and lay the piles along the cycle path ready to install. Works will be carried out in close proximity of live overheads, a safe working zone will be established and the excavator will be fitted with a slew restrictor. VS to mark the minimum safe working area on the footpath.
b) Pitching and driving sheet piles using Movax • • • • • •
The Piling Foreman will liaise with VS and agree the setting out locations of the piles and associated levels. The Piling Foreman will inspect the platform provided by VS for the Movax unit. If satisfactory he will obtain endorsement of the certificate within Appendix C by a representative of VS before commencing any operations. The sheet piles will be transported to the piling area by the trailer unit and offloaded using the 25tn Excavator. The sheets will be stacked in bundles of three to allow the Movax to manoeuvre them if required. The AU14 (upto 8m long) single sheet pile will be picked up by the Movax side grip. The pile will be placed on the track to allow the driver to manoeuvre the hammer over the pile and grip the section on the side. The pile will then be lifted and positioned onto the required line for the retaining wall. The pile will then be driven using the side grips of the hammer as far as possible depending on prevalent underlying ground conditions. The jaws of the hammer will then be released and the hammer moved up the pile and re-gripped onto the section and driven further.
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This will continue until the pile is driven far enough to allow the hammer to be positioned on top of the pile. Once the Movax is positioned on top of the pile and attached via the bottom jaw of the hammer the pile will be driven to it’s final level or refusal, whichever shall be the lesser. VS will provide a machine to remove any material to allow the piles to be driven to finished level. The next pile will be handled in a similar manner and pitched into the clutch of the previous pile. The pile will be driven in the same manner as the first. The pile installation will be continued in the same manner until the end of the pile line or a change in direction. Pile installation records will be kept on a daily basis together with daily record sheets and provided to VS at the end of each day for verification. If sheet pile refuses due to obstructions, the ‘what if’ table will be reviewed for a possible solution. The Project Manager (Hyder) will be informed by VS.
b)
Backdriving Sequence
•
If the piles refuse during driving with the Movax, impact driving may be required to drive the piles to final level to meet the project requirements. An Impact hammer will be mobilised to site and attached to the excavator. The hammer will commence driving under operation by the piling operative. The driving will be monitored throughout the driving process. Driving will stop upon the pile final level being reached or refusal of the pile under the driving process.
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c) Controls & Monitoring o o o o
10.0
Volker Stevin will be responsible for clearly marking the line and level of all pile wall sections and confirming the levels prior to the rig moving to the next pile. Each pile will be checked for verticality as work proceeds by the Piling Foreman using a sprit level. The Piling Foreman will ensure that the piles are installed in accordance with the pile schedule and relevant drawings. Records will be kept of any piles which fail to achieve the required drive depth.
Labour Operatives engaged in the site works will be a piling foreman, Movax operator, and a piling operative. All operatives are trained and experienced in piling works. Training records of the operatives involved in the works will be provided at the pre commencement induction. To ensure compliance with this method statement a briefing will be held for all personnel involved. No visitors will be allowed within the immediate working area unless they are deemed experienced in this work. All operatives are CSCS/ CPCS qualified for their appropriate role and carry their cards with them.
11.0
Safety and COSHH Appropriate Risk and COSHH assessments are provided within Appendix A. Generic COSHH Assessments included for the installation are as follows :• • • • •
Diesel Hydraulic oil Oxygen Propane. Grease
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Housekeeping All vehicles and plant will be kept in a clean condition. The working area will be kept clean and clear of trip hazards. Any spillages will be reported to Volker Stevin and cleared immediately. All waste will be deposited into skips provided by Volker Stevin for disposal. All plant will carry a comprehensive spill kit.
13.0
Environmental Information
d) Waste and Pollution Fuel: VS will refuel (gas oil) plant and equipment from approved storage facilities. Refuelling will be completed at the designated areas. Plant Maintenance: Any essential plant maintenance required while on site will be undertaken either at the working area or at a designated bunded area as directed by the VS. VS will provide a spill kit in the form of absorbent mats and granules to soak up any accidental spillage during refuelling or plant maintenance work. These will be bagged up and disposed of. Should there be any cause of pollution to the water courses the main contractor will be informed immediately. Drip trays will be used under small plant items at all times. e) Noise & Vibration VGE will provide details of anticipated noise and vibration levels anticipated for our proposed plant and equipment on request from VS. Actual site levels may vary from those stated depending on actual ground conditions and the degree of exposure at the work location. Noise and vibration monitoring will be carried out during the installation of the sheet piles. f)
Fuel & Oils Fuel is to be provided by VS in a mobile bunded bowser and held within approved storage facilities.
g) Water courses The Rive Dee is located adjacent to the sheet pile line. Re fuelling will be carried out away from the water course.
14.0
Personal Protective Equipment All personnel shall be issued with the following PPE which shall be worn at all times: Hard Hats Safety Boots – lace up only. High Visibility Trouser and Vest (function designated) Light Eye Protection Gloves Ear Defenders •
15.0
Additional PPE will be worn as required for activities such as burning and welding and as required by the risk assessments.
Lifting Equipment •
All craneage, chains, slings, shackles and shoes will have valid certification for inspection at all times. Present colour of all in test lifting equipment is Red.
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• 16.0
Daily checks to be made on chain clamp / lock-nut pitching chain and component connectors together with the standard daily rig check carried out by the operator.
Lighting Safety and Task lighting will be provided as necessary by VS. Site lighting to allow safe movement around the site if needed is also to be provided by VS. Lighting units will be positioned to ensure the lights do not shine directly onto the lower bund.
17.0
Emergency Procedures Emergency Procedures will be briefed by Volker Stevin as part of the site induction, including the responsible person, contact numbers and hospital directions. The VS designated First Aider for the project will be Mr Dave McCafferty – the Piling Foreman.
18.0
Third Parties Third party assets are the responsibility of VS as indicated on the Permit to Work. The site works described above will be completed out in a secure working area provided by VS.
APPENDICES
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Appendix A RISK ASSESSMENT
RISK ASSESSMENT
Form Ref:
HSP-004-01
Revision:
0
Rev Date: Contract: Activity/Operation: 1
HAZARD/RISK
C11588 Northern Gateway Sheet Pile Retaining Wall Installation. Risk Levels Before 5 Controls Those at 2 3 4 Risk L Sv R
Plant instability due to inadequate support.
Contact with Buried Services.
3
2
3
3
9
6
Ref: 6
CONTROLS
All
•
All
• • • • • • • •
Contact with overhead cables
Delivery of equipment & Movax.
3
3
3
3
9
9
All
All
C11588/RA02/Rev 0.
• • • • • • • • • • •
Level Working Piling Platform to be constructed in accordance with VS Temporary Works procedures. Sufficient platform width required for working with movax and trailer. Plate Bearing Tests to be completed by VS. Working Platform certificate provided by VS. Prior to any excavation or sheet pile installation area to be CAT Scanned by a trained operative (VS). Service Drawings to be checked and any identified services marked on the ground using timber pegs or spray paint (VS). Other than that notified above, service drawings for area have not identified any services within the piled area, however operatives should proceed with care. If any unidentified services are located cease work and contact VS. Piling to be controlled on a Permit to Dig briefed and issued to Piling Foreman. Works to be carried out in accordance with approved RAMS. Exclusion zone to be set up in accordance with power providers guidelines. VS to set out exclusion zone on footpath. Slew restrictor to be applied on 25tn excavator. Delivery Wagons to comply with the Site Traffic Management Plan and adhere to the Delivery Route instructions. Site Speed limit Maximum of 5mph. All deliveries to be guided into position by a banksman. VS to provide banksman to stop or traffic if required. Movax to be tracked off back of low loader in VS site adjacent to the Queensferry Hotel. Where space permits, all wagons to enter & exit works in a forward gear. Banksman to ensure delivery wagons do not block road and that priority is given to non-construction traffic. Page 1 of 6
Risk Level After Controls 7
8
9
L
Sv
R
1
2
2
1
3
3
1
3
3
1
3
3
RISK ASSESSMENT
Form Ref:
HSP-004-01
Revision:
0
Rev Date: Contract: Activity/Operation: 1
HAZARD/RISK
C11588 Northern Gateway Sheet Pile Retaining Wall Installation. Risk Levels Before 5 Controls Those at 2 3 4 Risk L Sv R
Lifting of Piles
3
3
9
All
Ref: 6
CONTROLS • • • • • • • • • •
Injury to site personnel working adjacent to telehandler and movax Unit
3
Pile Installation – Noise/Vibration
3
3
9
All
• • •
3
9
All
C11588/RA02/Rev 0.
• • • • • • •
Piles to be positioned adjacent to works. Weight of lift to be within capabilities of Excavator. Trial lift where piles hoisted approx. 150mm above ground to be undertaken prior to removing from wagon. When lifting single piles, Pile quick release shackle to be used. Guide rope to be utilised when lifting piles and other large items. No lifting to be undertaken if wind speed exceeds 10m/s (22mph) or operatives do not feel it is safe to do so. Banksman to ensure materials are not slewed over operatives working. Operatives to ensure they do not stand beneath a suspended load. Lifting gear to be selected by a competent person (Qualified Slinger / Signaller) and capacity and condition checked. Lifting Gear to have 6monthly inspection, damaged or faulty equipment should not be used and immediately quarantined. Lifts to be in accordance with Lift Plan. All plant movements to be supervised by qualified Banksman at all times. Banksman to establish “No Entry Controlled Zone” extending 3m beyond the perimeter of the Excavator. Only personnel nominated by the Banksman may enter this zone. Footpath to be closed off within proximity of piling and access area. Sheet Piles to be installed with movax unit Operator to be trained and competent.. All plant to be controlled by a banksman at all times. Banksman to ensure that excavator has correct lifting equipment for pile section. Piles to be toed into the ground a sufficient depth prior to releasing quick release shackle. If obstruction encountered at shallow depth pile to be removed and obstruction dug out (VS) If Obstruction Hit at low level pile to be left high and cut to allow next pile to be clutched. Page 2 of 6
Risk Level After Controls 7
8
9
L
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R
1
3
3
1
3
3
1
3
3
RISK ASSESSMENT
Form Ref:
HSP-004-01
Revision:
0
Rev Date: Contract: Activity/Operation: 1
HAZARD/RISK
C11588 Northern Gateway Sheet Pile Retaining Wall Installation. Risk Levels Before 5 Controls Those at 2 3 4 Risk L Sv R
Ref: 6
CONTROLS • •
Failure of Piling Works
3
3
9
All
• •
Cutting/burning Welding
2
3
• • • •
6
• • • • •
Contaminating Site Area
2
3
6
All
Delivery of piles via live building
3
3
9
All
C11588/RA02/Rev 0.
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When operatives clutch pile hands to be kept free from any areas they are likely to become trapped. Operatives working in close proximity to Machinery to wear additional PPE or Ear Protection when required. Sheet Piles to be installed as per Design to the position and Toe levels specified. If Toe levels cannot be achieved or any onsite conditions differ to the design, cease work immediately and contact VS and VGE designer. Any deviation from Design to be approved by VS. Piles to be clutched together to form a rigid wall and installed plum. Piles to be installed prior to excavating to the structure formation level. Cutting/Burning Welding of Sheet Piles to be controlled with a Hot Works Permit. Operative cutting to be trained & competent. Additional PPE of Face Mask, Fire Retardent Gloves/Overalls to be used. Hot works area to be fenced off/shrouded at all times with warning signs erected. Sparks etc to be directed from other work activities. When welding Support brackets excavator to lift/hold in position until weld complete. Fire Extinguisher to be available at all Hot Works Locations Plant to carry spill kits at all times and plant working. All re-fuelling to be undertaken within controlled areas. Any spillages or leaks to be reported to the site supervisor immediately and dealt with accordingly. Drip trays to be used under all equipment Volkerstevin to provide banksmen to control the traffic whilst crossing Welsh Road. Speed limit to be enforced and speed to be limit to walking pace. VS to provide and manage exclusion zone from The Queensferry Hotel. Vehicles to travel in forward gear at all times possible. Page 3 of 6
Risk Level After Controls 7
8
9
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2
2
1
3
3
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3
RISK ASSESSMENT
Form Ref:
HSP-004-01
Revision:
0
Rev Date: Contract: Activity/Operation: 1
HAZARD/RISK
C11588 Northern Gateway Sheet Pile Retaining Wall Installation. Risk Levels Before 5 Controls Those at 2 3 4 Risk L Sv R
Works adjacent to live River
2
3
6
All
Open leader trench
2
3
6
All
Transport of piles with telehandler/trailer from lay down area to works area
2
3
6
All
Ref:
C11588/RA02/Rev 0.
6
CONTROLS • • • • • •
Vehicles to be road legal. Life Jackets to be worn whilst working adjacent to water. No lone working Works to be carried out in accordance with RAMS and Lift Plan. Only excavate leader trench for the planned days work ahead. Any open leader trench to be backfilled at the end of each shift. • Speed limits to be applied for the servicing road. • Banksmen to be present at all times when telehandler is in use and speed limited to the bandsmen’s walking pace. • Traffic control to be managed by VS. • Reversing to be minimised at all times possible. • When offloading trailer ensure that the trailer does not block the road. • Telehandler banksmen to ensure a safe working zone is available before loading/unloading piles. • Ensure all lifts with the telehandler are to be under a maximum of 4tn. • Using the telehandler to transport the piles will be strapped to the forks to reduce the likelihood of falling.
Risk Level After Controls 7
8
9
L
Sv
R
1
3
3
1
3
3
1
3
3
Tick here if Complexity warrants a Method Statement/Written Safe System of Work Assessed By: Assessor’s Signature:
Steven Yates Date Assessed: 23/01/2015
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Review Date: 23/01/2015
Key: L - Likelihood Sv - Severity R - Risk
RISK ASSESSMENT
Form Ref:
HSP-004-01
Revision:
0
Rev Date:
All Operatives to Sign to Acknowledge they have Read & Fully Understood the Risk Assessment : C11588/RA01/Rev 2.
Name
Signature
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Date
RISK ASSESSMENT
Form Ref:
HSP-004-01
Revision:
0
Rev Date:
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Appendix B
Site Layout / Installation Sketch
Northern Gateway – Piling Sequence Access via The Queensferry Hotel car park. 2
CH1350
1
3
CH1500 4
All traffic to be managed and exclusion zones enforced. No machinery is to travel without a banksmen.
Northern Gateway – CH1500 to CH1350 mobilisation CH 1350
CH 1500
3.0m Envelope clearance required from cable
Movax to track off the back of the low loader, Banksmen to be present at all times.
n.b. not to scale
Footpath 3m wide
Overhead Cable – 3.0m from edge of path
Northern Gateway – CH1500 to CH1350 movax install River Dee
Footpath 3m wide
Overhead Cable
CH 1350
CH 1500 Movax excavator with slew restrictor
U Pile Stack’s U Pile Stack’s
Overhead Cable – 3.0m from edge of path 3.0m Envelope clearance required from cable
n.b. not to scale
Northern Gateway – CH1500 to CH1350 movax install River Dee CH 1350
CH 1500 U Pile Stack’s
Direction of piling
U Pile Stack’s
Footpath 3m wide
Overhead Cable
Movax excavator with slew restrictor
Overhead Cable – 3.0m from edge of path 3.0m Envelope clearance required from cable
n.b. not to scale
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Appendix C Working Platform
Working Platform Certificate (FPS/WPC/4) Project Name
Work area covered by this certificate (A sketch or marked up pile layout drawing may be attached to this certificate. Include haul roads and gridlines.)
Part 1 – WORKING PLATFORM DESIGN Equipment to be used on site. Maximum plant loading (Note: BR470 ’Working Platforms for Tracked Plant: Good practice guide to the design, installation, maintenance and repair of ground-supported platforms’ is available from IHS BRE Press – Tel 01344 328 038)
Designer Name
Tel No.
Designer Organisation Is Testing Specified?
Yes / No
If ‘Yes’ Give Details:
Part 2 – VERIFICATION BY PRINCIPAL CONTRACTOR The working platform detailed above has been designed, installed to the design and, if specified, tested to safely support the equipment detailed in Part 1 above. The limits of the platform have been clearly identified on site as necessary. The working platform will be REGULARLY INSPECTED, MAINTAINED, MODIFIED, REPAIRED, and REINSTATED to the as-designed condition after any excavation or damage, throughout the period when the equipment is on the site. A completed copy of this certificate signed by an authorised person from the Principal Contractor shall be given to each user of the working platform prior to commencement of any works on site.
Name & Position
Date
Organisation
Signature
The HSE has worked closely with the FPS to develop this initiative and supports the principle of reducing accidents by the certification of properly designed, prepared and maintained working platforms WPC/4 - October 2011
Working Platform Certificate (FPS/WPC/4) Working Platform Regular Inspection Log The working platform has been inspected. All necessary maintenance, modification, repair or re-instatement of the working platform is to the asdesigned installed condition. If necessary, a revised Working Platform Layout Drawing has been issued to the specialist contractor.
Date
Organisation
Name & Position
Signature
Comments (include key details of alteration, modification, maintenance, repair, date of next inspection, and whether or not revised drawing issued etc. as appropriate)
WPC/4 - October 2011
Working Platform Certificate (FPS/WPC/4) Guidance on working platforms for tracked plant 1. Design 1.1.
The HSWA 1974 and CDM Regulations 2007 require the Principal Contractor to appoint competent Designers in respect of Working Platform design. This legislation explains how competence can be assessed by reference to professional qualifications or professional memberships and by reference to practical experience of the design of working platforms. Principal Contractors must be satisfied that a competent Designer has been appointed by them in accordance with the relevant legislation before they complete and sign the WPC.
1.2.
The stability of tracked plant is fundamentally dependent upon the provision of a suitable and sufficient working platform. It must be properly designed and installed to a recognised standard. Whilst the same type of rig may be operated by different companies, the design bearing pressures may differ due to the specific operating configuration of the rig and/or any modifications. Details of the plant to be used and bearing pressures will be provided by the specialist contractor in advance of work commencing.
1.3.
Working platform design is extremely sensitive to the bearing pressure and type of fill used in the platform. (For example, changing the angle of friction of the fill from 35 degrees to 45 degrees can halve the platform thickness.) It is therefore advised that the Designer may have to adopt conservative/cautious estimates of platform shear strength unless higher values can be demonstrated by testing or with reference to appropriate published data.
1.4.
The working platform must be free draining to prevent the build up of water and slurry. In the case of fine-grained sub-grades, a separation/filter membrane should be installed beneath the platform material to inhibit ‘pumping’ and infiltration of the fine-grained soils up into the platform material during wet weather (which can impair platform performance and increase maintenance costs).
1.5.
Proof testing of the platform can be carried out with a suitably sized circular plate subjected to the maximum design loading. Such testing, as part of an appropriately designed testing regime, should highlight any gross inconsistencies in platform performance. Potentially, significant savings in platform thickness and cost may be realised by adopting a more detailed testing strategy.
1.6.
The working platform must have a specified design life which starts before delivery of the piling equipment and ends on completion of all piling works. This includes load testing, integrity testing, investigation of non conformances and any remedial works.
1.7.
The specialist contractor is to advise the Principal Contractor at the earliest practicable opportunity should the specialist contractor become aware of any circumstances relating to the working platform that renders it unsafe.
2. Installation 2.1.
The FPS Working Platform Certificate is mandatory for all sites where a rig or attendant plant operates. It must be signed by an authorised representative of the Principal Contractor. This signature confirms that the legal duties required under CDM have been carried out.
2.2.
If the working platform is to be constructed or removed in phases while piling works are ongoing, then the extent of the platform must be clearly defined on the certificate and, in accordance with good practice, physically on site. This is particularly important where the platform material is removed from an area previously made available to the specialist contractor.
2.3.
The working platform provides access for all plant deliveries, sub-contractors and personnel associated with the specialist operations. Properly designed and installed the working platform could also provide suitable and safe access for following trades for the whole project.
2.4.
Poor definition of the edge of the working platform is a major cause of tracked plant instability. It is good practice that the working platform should extend at least 2m beyond the pile position/edge of the building to ensure sufficient safe working area for the specialists personnel and attendant plant. Where having to work within this 2m zone is unavoidable the Designer is to be informed of the requirement to design the platform for working up to its edge.
2.5.
Where access ramps are used to move between working levels these must be of sufficient gradient and width to allow the plant to move safely with the stability constraints of the machine. Ramps must be in a straight line between working areas.Rigs and cranes cannot change direction on ramps. Where a change in direction is required, this must be on a flat level platform.
3. Maintenance, modification, repair and reinstatement 3.1.
The working platform must be kept free draining. Water and slurry which is allowed to build up on the working platform can hide such hazards as recently constructed piles, trip hazards, uneven or unstable ground, services and excavations. Slurry can be transferred to work equipment which increases the risk of slips on steps as well as difficult handling of work tools.
3.2.
Obstructions encountered during installation of the piling works will generally require excavation to remove them. This can create a ‘soft spot’ which can result in the rig overturning. It is essential, therefore, that any excavations made in the working platform are reinstated to the designed standard, including any reinforcement and separation filter/membrane.
3.3.
The working platform shall be subject to regular inspection by a competent individual appointed by the Principal Contractor (e.g. the Temporary Works Co-ordinator) throughout its design life and after any reinstatement or any works which might have modified it. Any damaged or inadequate areas identified must be reinstated to the designed standard. Following the regular inspection, the Working Platform Regular Inspection Log shall be signed by an authorised representative of the Principal Contractor and issued to the specialist contractor with a layout drawing of the working platform amended as appropriate.
4. Working Platform Layout 4.1
Items that must be included and properly located on the working platform layout drawing and be notified by the Principal Contractor to the specialist contractor would include: detail of platform edges and 2m delineation, trial pits, services or voids, areas of backfilling, known underground basements; areas that are covered by the certificate or permit, test locations (if specified by the Designer of the platform) and any other feature that may affect the safety of operations.
WPC/4 - October 2011
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Appendix D Piling Equipment
NB - Refer to 800mm Grouser
Case CX235C SR Excavator 25t zero swing - Tier 4i Case CX235SR 2.4m dipper arm / 800mm grouser shoes Additional spec Bio-degradable Hydraulic Oil LOLER compatible with ASLI and check valves Slew and height restriction by motion cut Camera assisted 360 vision Double lock quick hitch Dual circuit hydraulic function Cab rock guarding Movax SG50v & IH25d compatible with auto alignment control system
Vibratory Pile Drivers
Sheet Piles - H-Piles - Tubular Piles - Timber Piles
Benefits of Movax SG-50/60 -series: 1. Interchangeable Side-Grip arm - Suitable for wide range of piles - Optimal gripping arms available for sheet piles, tubular piles, H-beams and many other profiles 2. Moving arms on both sides - Easy pile handling and pitching - Wide opening and synchronized movement speeds up the operation - New jaw pad construction for pile handling (no 4th jaw) 3. Efficient driving and extraction - Good geometry for delivering the driving energy to the pile - Gripping force adjustable for different kind of piles
Variable eccentric version SG-V - Resonance free start and stop for piling in sensitive environment. - Movax SG-V pilers are high frequency vibrators with variable eccentric moment. Disturbance of surrounding environment is minimized by operating at high frequency and avoiding an oscillation at natural frequencies of the soil and the surrounding structures. - Fast change of the grip – no need to wait for the vibration motion to end before opening the jaws.
4. Advanced lubrication system - Long continuous driving periods - High capacity oil pump with separate oil storage keeps the temperature of vibrabox lower - Mechanical direct drive of the lubrication pump to optimize hydraulic force for vibration 5. Simple and strong tilting and rotating mechanism - Designed for durability and easy maintenance 6. Suitable for tracked and wheeled excavators and railroaders - Reasonable low weight of SG models allows a stabile use
Side-grip arm options for SG Jaw pad with mud removal grooves
Standard jaw pad
Tube jaw pad D90-250 mm
Modular arms with changeable inserts
Special tubular pile arms
Special sheet pile arms
Tubular pile clamps
Sheet pile clamps
- Changing time ~1 hour - Multipurpose clamping system with quikly changeable inserts. - SG50: weight with these arms 2500-2580 kg - SG60V: weight with these arms 2600-2680 kg
- Changing time ~ 4 to 6 hours - Optimised efficient design for pile sections - SG50: weight with these arms 2260-2315 kg - SG60V: weight with these arms 2360-2415 kg
Suitable piles
Technical data
Sheet piles
H-beams
Tubes
Piler type
Pipe clamps: (which are fitted to sheet pile jaws) Ø90 - Ø250 mm
Weight without adapter (kg)
Width 400-1200 mm
Size H180H500
Tube reducer: (which are fitted to tube jaws) Ø193.7 - 610.0 mm
“Depth” 265 mm
Weight max. 1400 kg
Weight max. 1400 kg
Weight max. 1400 kg
Length up to 18 m
SG-60
Depth (mm)
1060 - 1383
Width (mm)
1192
Excavator class (ton)
23 - 30
28 - 38
Max. return pressure (bar)
5
Pressure settings (bar)
350
Frequency (1/min)
2500 - 3000
Centrifugal force (kN)
Driving method Swing / tilt angle (o)
SG-60V
2260 - 2680 2468
Resonance free start and stop
Length up to 18 m
SG-50V
Height (mm)
Ground vibration
Length up to 18 m
SG-50
500
600
normal
low
normal
low
no
yes
no
yes
vibra 360 / 30
Movax Oy Ltd Tölkkimäentie 10, FI-13130 Hämeenlinna, Finland | www.movax.com, email: marketing(a)movax.fi
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Appendix E
Standard Forms
Permit to Work Completion Certificate Pile Driving Record Sheet Impact Driving Record Sheet
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Permit to Commence Piling Work
Project
:
Client
:
Commencement Date
:
We the client hereby acknowledge that we have undertaken all reasonable steps to identify, locate, expose and protect where necessary any known utility service or third party structure within the vicinity of the proposed piling works. By signing this permit VS relieves VolkerGround Engineering of any liability for any direct or consequential damage to health, safety, environment or third party property which is attributable as a result of the clients failure to comply with the above in accordance with VolkerGround Engineering Terms and Conditions. We hereby give VolkerGround Engineering Ltd permission to commence piling operations from the above date.
Signed:
Name:
for :
Date:
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Pile installation Completion Certificate
Project:
Client:
Date of Completion:
Comments:
VolkerGround Engineering Representative Signature: Date:
We confirm that VolkerGround Engineering Ltd have installed the steel piles/framing/anchors/ props to the standards required by the design & specification and to our satisfaction.
Clients Signature:
For and on behalf of:
Date:
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Appendix F
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COSHH Assessments and Risk Assessments The following Risk and generic COSHH assessments have been developed for this method statement are attached on the following pages: C1113/RA01/Rev0. Site Specific Risk Assessment. COSHH Assessments: CA001 Diesel (Gas Oil) CA003 Engine Oil CA004 Grease CA005 Hydraulic Oil CA006 Oxygen CA007 Propane
June 2013 June 2013 June 2013 June 2013 June 2013 June 2013
These Risk Assessments, and generic COSHH Assessments are applicable to all our works and are available for review at any time. All site personnel will be briefed on these assessments in the pre commencement induction.
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CA 001 DIESEL (GAS OIL) Assessment Material/Process Exposure Limit Supplier Physical State UN Number Contents
IMC Notes
71819 Diesel (Gas Oil)
Keyword Data Sheet Last Modified Health Hazard Env. Hazard Pkg Group
Diesel Fuel 01 14/02/2007 MEDIUM HAZARD HIGH HAZARD III
Crown Oil Ltd Liquid 1202 Hazardous components as follows: - Complex mixtures of distillate hydrocarbons mainly parafinnic, naphthenic and aromatic in the range C10 – C28 Discontinued No
Hazards
Considerations
If using engineering controls/non disposable RPE ensure maintenance (reg 9) Health - LIMITED EVIDENCE OF A CARCINOGENIC EFFECT - HARMFUL: MAY CAUSE LUNG DAMAGE IF SWALLOWED - REPEATED EXPOSURE MAY CAUSE SKIN DRYNESS OR CRACKING - MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION - TOXIC TO AQUATIC ORGANISMS, MAY CAUSE LONG-TERM ADVERSE EFFECTS IN THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT - Do not breathe in vapour - When using do not eat, drink or smoke - Avoid contact with skin and eyes Spillage - VENTILATE AREA - DO NOT ALLOW SPILLAGE TO ENTER MAIN DRAINS / SEWERS / WATER COURSES - WEAR NITRILE GLOVES - WEAR EYE PROTECTION (GRADE 3) IF SPLASHES ARE LIKELY - WEAR RPE WITH AN ORGANIC FILTER (A) - WEAR PROTECTIVE OVERALLS & CHEMICAL/SAFETY FOOTWEAR - ABSORB IN SAND OR INERT ABSORBANT MATERIAL - COLLECT INTO A CONTAINER & CLOSE THE LID - DISPOSE OF USING SUITABLE PROCEDURE OR SEEK L.A GUIDANCE
Northern Gateway First Aid - INHALATION – REMOVE TO FRESH AIR AND REST - AFTER A SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE CALL FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANCE - INGESTION – DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING - INGESTION – GIVE PLENTY OF WATER IN SIPS - INGESTION – GET IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION - EYE – IRRIGATE WITH WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 MINUTES - SKIN – WASH WITH SOAP / CLEANSER AND RINSE WITH WATER - IF IRRITATION PERSISTS CONSULT A DOCTOR Fire - ISOLATED SMALL SCALE FIRE:- WATER FOG – CARBON DIOXIDE – POWDER – FOAM - DO NOT USE WATER JET - LARGE FIRE:- EVACUATE AREA, CALL FIRE BRIGADE OR FOLLOW SITE PROCEDURE - WEAR SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING - TOXIC FUMES ARE PRODUCED WHEN THIS SUBSTANCE IS INVOLVED IN A FIRE - CONTACT WATER SERVICES CO. AND EA IF WATERCOURSES ARE CONTAMINATED - AVOID CONTAMINATION OF WATERCOURSES BY FIREFIGHTING RUN-OFF Handling Outside For up to ½ Hour Daily
KEEP SKIN COVERED
AVOID SKIN CONTACT
IF SPLASH LIKELY
EATING OR DRINKING
WASH AFTER CONTACT
IF HEAVILY SOILED
EATING OR DRINKING
WASH AFTER CONTACT
IF HEAVILY SOILED
Handling Inside a Well Ventilated Area For up to ½ Hour Daily
KEEP SKIN COVERED
AVOID SKIN CONTACT
IF SPLASH LIKELY
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CA 003 ENGINE OIL (GENERIC) Assessment Material/Process Exposure Limit Supplier Physical State UN Number Contents
IMC Notes
863 Engine Oil - Generic Mineral Oil 5mg/m3 8hTWA 10mg/m3 15mSTEL WEL Various LIQUID None Mineral Oil: 100%
Keyword Data Sheet Last Modified
Oil (Engine) 03 08/06/2007
Health Hazard Env. Hazard Pkg Group
MEDIUM HAZARD LOW HAZARD N/A
Discontinued
No
Hazards
Considerations
If using engineering controls/non disposable RPE ensure maintenance (reg 9) Consider skin check (reg 11) Health - USED MINERAL OIL MAY CAUSE SKIN CANCER - MAY BE HARMFUL IF INGESTED IN QUANTITY - MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION - SKIN – IRRITATION AND DERMITITIS MAY RESULT FROM PROLONGED CONTACT - Do not breathe mist - When using do not eat, drink or smoke - Avoid contact with eyes Spillage - VENTILATE AREA - DO NOT ALLOW SPILLAGE TO ENTRE DRAINS / SEWERS / WATER COURSES - WEAR NITRILE GLOVES - WEAR EYE PROTECTION (GRADE 3) IS SPLASHING IS LIKELY - WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING IF WHOLE CONTAINER IS SPILT - ABSORB IN SAND OR INERT ABSORBANT MATERIAL - COLLECT INTO A CONTAINER AND CLOSE LID - DISPOSE OF USING SUITABLE PROCEDURE OR SEEK L.A GUIDANCE
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First Aid - INHALATION – REMOVE TO FRESH AIR AND REST - AFTER A SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE CALL FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IMMEDIATELY - INGESTION – DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING - INGESTION – GIVE PLENTY OF WATER IN SIPS - IF FEELING UNWELL CONSULT A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY - EYE – IRRIGATE WITH WATER FPOR AT LEAST 15 MINUTES - SKIN – WASH WITH SOAP/CLEANSER AND RINSE WITH WATER - IF IRRITATION PERSISTS THEN CONSULT A DOCTOR Fire - ISOLATED SMALL SCALE FIRE:- USE POWDER – FOAM – CARBON DIOXIDE (CO2) - DO NOT USE WATER JET - LARGE FIRE:- EVACUATE AREA, CALL FIRE BRIGADE OR FOLLOW SITE PROCEDURE - WEAR SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS AND PROECTIVE CLOTHING - TOXIC FUMES ARE PRODUCED WHEN SUBSTANCE IS INVOLVED IN A FIRE
General Exposure in Any Area (Not Confined) For up to 2 Hours Daily
KEEP SKIN COVERED
IF SOILED
NITRILE
IF SPLASH LIKELY
EATING OR DRINKING
WASH AFTER CONTACT
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CA 004 GREASE (GENERIC) Assessment Material/Process Exposure Limit Supplier Physical State UN Number Contents
IMC Notes
867 Grease (Generic) Mineral Oil 5mg/m3 8hTWA 10mg/m3 15mSTEL WEL Various LIQUID N/A Mineral Oil Thickners & Additives
Keyword Data Sheet Last Modified
Grease 04 24/07/2008
Health Hazard Env. Hazard Pkg Group
MEDIUM HAZARD LOW HAZARD N/A
Discontinued
No
Hazards
Considerations
If using engineering controls/non disposable RPE ensure maintenance (reg 9) Consider skin check (reg 11) Health - USED MINERAL OIL MAY CAUSE SKIN CANCER - MAY BE HARMFUL IF INGESTED IN QUANTITY - MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION - SKIN – IRRIATION AND DERMITITIS MAY RESULT FROM PROLONGUED CONTACT - Do not breathe mist - When using do not eat, drink or smoke - Avoid contact with skin and eyes Spillage - VENTILATE AREA - DO NOT ALLOW SPILLAGE TO ENTER MAIN DRAINS / SEWERS / WATER COURSES - WEAR NITRILE GLOVES - WEAR EYE PROTECTION (GRADE3) IF SPLASHING IS LIKELY - WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING IF WHOLE CONTAINER IS SPILT - ABSORB IN SAND OR INERT ABSORBANT MATERIAL - COLLECT INTO A CONTAINER AND CLOSE LID - DISPOSE OF USING SUITABLE PROCEDURE OR SEEK L.A GUIDANCE
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First Aid - INHALATION – REMOVE TO FRESH AIR AND REST - AFTER A SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE CALL FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IMMEDIATELY - INGESTION – DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING - INGESTION – GIVE PLENTY OF WATER IN SIPS - IF FEELING UNWELL CONSULT A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY - EYE – IRRIGATE WITH WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 MINUTES - SKIN – WASH WITH SOAP / CLEANSER AND RINSE WITH WATER - IF IRRITATION PERSISTS THEN CONSULT A DOCTOR - HIGH PRESSURE INJECTION OF MATERIAL INTO SKIN – GET IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION Fire - ISOLATED SMALL SCALE FIRE:- USE POWDER – FOAM – CARBON DIOXIDE (CO2) - DO NOT USE WATER JET - LARGE FIRE:- EVACUATE AREA, CALL FIRE BRIGADE OR FOLLOW SITE PROCEDURE - WEAR SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS AND PROCTECTIVE CLOTHING - TOXIC FUMES ARE PRODUCED WHEN SUBSTANCE IS INVOLVED INA FIRE Gun Applying in Any Area (Not Confined) For up to 2 Hours Daily
KEEP SKIN COVERED
NITRILE
IF SPLASH LIKELY
EATING OR DRINKING
WASH AFTER CONTACT
IF SOILED
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CA 004 HYDRAULIC OIL Assessment Material/Process Exposure Limit Supplier Physical State UN Number Contents
Keyword 14658 Data Sheet Hydraulic Oils 500mg/m3 8hrTWA * EH40 Recommended Last Modified Health Hazard Various Env. Hazard LIQUID Pkg Group N/A Hydrocarbon Oil (CAS: 64742-65-0) (<1% Benzene) (99 – 99.5%) Addatives (0.5%)
IMC Notes
Discontinued
Hazards
Considerations
If using engineering controls ensure maintenance (Reg 9) Health - MAY BE HARMFUL IF INGESTED IN QUANTITY - MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION - SKIN – IRRITATION AND DERMITITIS MAY RESULT FROM PROLONGED CONTACT - Do not breathe in vapour - When using do not eat, drink or smoke - Avoid contact with skin and eyes Spillage - VENTILATE AREA - DO NOT ALLOW SPILLAGE TO ENTER MAIN DRAINS / SEWERS / WATER COURSE - WEAR NITRILE GLOVES - WEAR EYE PROTECTION (GRADE 3) IF SPASHING IS LIKELY - WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING IF WHOLE CONTAINER IS SPILT - ABSORB IN SAND OR INERT ABSORBANT MATERIAL - COLLECT INTO A CONTAINER AND CLOSE THE LID - DISPOSE OF USING SUITABLE PROCEDURE OR SEEK L.A GUIDANCE
Hydraulic Oil 05 06/07/2001 LOW HAZARD LOW HAZARD N/A
No
Northern Gateway First Aid - INHALATION – REMOVE TO FRESH AIR AND REST - AFTER A SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE CALL FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IMMEDIATELY - INGESTION – DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING - INGESTION – GIVE PLENTY OF WATER IN SIPS - IF FEELING UNWELL CONSULT A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY - EYE – IRRIGATE WITH WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 MINUTES - SKIN – WASH WITH SOAP/CLEANSER AND RINSE WITH WATER - IF IRRITATION PERSISTS THEN CONSULT A DOCTOR Fire - ISOLATED SMALL SCALE FIRE:- USE POWDER – FOAM – CARBON DIOXIDE(CO2) - DO NOT USE WATER JET - LARGE FIRE:- EVACUATE AREA, CALL FIRE BRIGADE OR FOLLOW SITE PROCEDURE - WEAR SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS - TOXIC FUMES ARE PRODUCED WHEN SUBSTANCE IS INVOLVED IN A FIRE Hand Applying Inside a Well Ventilated Area For up to ½ Hour Daily
AVOID SKIN CONTACT
AFTER USE
NITRILE
IF SPLASH LIKELY
EATING OR DRINKING
WASH AFTER CONTACT
IF HEAVILY SOILED
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CA 006 OXYGEN Assessment Material/Process Exposure Limit Supplier Physical State UN Number Contents
IMC Notes
19932 Oxygen BOC Gases Gas 1072 Oxygen: 99.5%
Keyword Data Sheet Last Modified Health Hazard Env. Hazard Pkg Group
Gas 06 01/08/2008 MEDIUM HAZARD LOW HAZARD II
Discontinued
No
Hazards
Considerations
If using engineering controls/non disposable RPE ensure maintenance (reg 9) Health - CONTACT WITH COMBUSTABLE MATERIAL MAY CAUSE FIRE - MAY BE HARMUL IF INGESTED IN QUANTITY - MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION - Do not breathe gas - When using do not eat, drink or smoke - Avoid oxygen rich (>21%) atmospheres - Ensure adequate ventilation - Clothing impregnated with Oxygen should be ventilated with a 15 minute walk in fresh air Leakage - FOR LARGE LEAKS EVACUATE AREA - ELIMINATE IGNITION SOURCES - VENTILATE AREA - SHUT OFF AT SOURCE - ALLOW TO DISSIPATE - ALL LEAKS SHOULD BE HANDLED BY DESIGNATED RESPONDERS - PREVENT FROM ENTERING SEWERS, BASEMENTS AND WORKPITS WHERE ITS ACCUMULATION CAN BE DANGEROUS.
Northern Gateway First Aid - AVOID LEAKS AND DIRECT INHALATION - INHALATION – REMOVE TO FRESH AIR AND REST - AFTER SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE CALL FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANCE - WEAR APPROPRIATE PPE WHEN USING OXYGEN, IF BURNT WITH FLAME SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY Fire - ISOLATED SMALL SCALE FIRE:- IF POSSIBLE STOP FLOW OF PRODUCT - MOVE AWAY FROM CONTAINER AND TRY TO COOL FROM A PROTECTED POSITION - ALL KNOWN FIRE EXTINGUISHERS CAN BE USED ON OXYGEN CONTAINERS - LARGE FIRE:- EVACUATE AREA, CALL FIRE BRIGADE OR FOLLOW SITE PROCEDURE - KEEP CLEAR EXPOSURE TO FIRE MAY CAUSE CONTAINER TO RUPTURE OR EXPLODE Connecting Oxygen Inside a Well Ventilated Space All Day
KEEP SKIN
IF CONTACT LIKELY
IF CONTACT LIKELY
EATING OR DRINKING
WASH AFTER CONTACT
IF HEAVILY SOILED
EATING OR DRINKING
WASH AFTER CONTACT
General Exposure to Oxygen Inside a Well Ventilated Area All Day
KEEP SKIN COVERED
IF HEAVILY SOILED
IF CONTACT LIKELY
AFTER USE
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CA007 PROPANE Assessment Material/Process Exposure Limit Supplier Physical State UN Number Contents
IMC Notes
1153 Propane BOC Ltd Gas 1978 Propane 100%
Keyword Data Sheet Last Modified Health Hazard Env. Hazard Pkg Group
Gas 07 12/08/2008 MEDIUM HAZARD MEDIUM HAZARD N/A
Discontinued
No
Hazards
Considerations
If using engineering controls/non disposable RPE ensure maintenance (reg 9) Asphyxiant gas, ensure that oxygen level does not fall below 18% Health - EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE - ASPHIXIANT PROPERTIES - CAN CAUSE COLD BURNS - Do not breathe gas - When using do not eat, drink or smoke - Avoid contact with skin and eyes Leakage - EVACUATE AREA - VENTILATE AREA AND EXCLUDE ALL SOURCES OF IGNITION - WEAR SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS - SHUT OFF AT SOURCE - ALLOW TO DISSIPATE - ENSURE AREA IS SAFE BEFORE RE-ENTRY - ALL LEAKS TO BE HANDLED BY DESIGNATED RESPONDERS
Northern Gateway First Aid - INHALATION – REMOVE TO FRESH AIR AND REST - AFTER A SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE CALL FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IMMEDIATELY - EYE CONTACT – IRRIGATE USING EYE WASH AND GET IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION - SKIN – WARM EXPOSED AREA SLOWLY - SKIN CONTACT – RINSE WITH WATER AND GET IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION Fire - ISOLATED SMALL SCALE FIRE:- ALL KNOWN EXTINGUISHERS CAN BE USED ON FIRE - LARGE FIRE:- EVACUATE AREA, CALL FIRE BRIGADE OR FOLLOW SITE PROCEDURE - WEAR SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING - TOXIC FUMES ARE PRODUCED WHEN SUBSTANCE IS INVOLVED IN A FIRE - KEEP CONTAINERS COOL WITH WATER SPRAY
Handling Propane Cylinders in Any Areas (Not Confined) For up to ½ Hour Daily
KEEP SKIN COVERED
HEAVY DUTY
IF CONTACT LIKELY
EATING OR DRINKING
WASH AFTER CONTACT
IF HEAVILY SOILED
Connecting Propane Inside Poorly Ventilated Areas For up to ½ Hour, in a Well Ventilated Area For up to 8 Hours and Outside All Day
KEEP SKIN COVERED
HEAVY DUTY
IF CONTACT LIKELY
EATING OR DRINKING
WASH AFTER CONTACT
IF HEAVILY SOILED
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KEEP SKIN
HEAVY DUTY
IF CONTACT LIKELY
EATING OR DRINKING
WASH AFTER CONTACT
EATING OR DRINKING
WASH AFTER CONTACT
IF HEAVILY SOILED
Changing Propane Outside For up to 2 Hours
KEEP SKIN COVERED
HEAVY DUTY
IF HEAVILY SOILED
AFTER USE
IF CONTACT LIKELY
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KEEP SKIN COVERED
IF HEAVILY SOILED
HEAT RESISTANT
IF CONTACT LIKELY
EATING OR DRINKING
WASH AFTER CONTACT
