Work Method Statements
Solar Hot Water Installation Work Method Statement
The Solar Hot Water Installation on Roof Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a comprehensive 10 page procedure.
This SWMS covers risks associated with general installation of solar water units on a roof. Ensure the manufacturer’s installation manual/guide is available for specific information on all installation works.
The Solar Hot Water Installation on Roof procedure is ready to use and is not a blank template. Simply add your company details, ABN, and include any site specific details or risks and make it specific to the task at hand. It is then ready for printing and to be incorporated as part of your overall OHS System.
The Solar Hot Water Installation on Roof Work Method Statement can be used as part of your OHS inductions, for Tool box talks or tender applications.
The Safety Procedure includes:
- PPE
- Safety Notes
- Planning
- Preparation
- Pre-operational Inspection
- Installation
- Emergency Procedures
- References
Product Details:
- 10 Page procedure
- Written by ex WHS inspectors
- Referenced
- Risk ratings before and after control measures
- MS Word format NOT PDF
- Task specific and site specific details easy to add
- Includes easy to complete boxes for Company details and project details
- Employee sign off section
- Instant download delivery
Preparation
Ensure suitable equipment for job. Examples: Work at heights: Ensure scissor lift or step platforms are used. If ladders are only option, ensure they are industrial, good condition, set-up correctly and secured. Ensure ground is firm and stable so that ladder will not move. Barricade base of ladder to prevent accidental contact if required.
- Where a roof pitch exceeds 35 degrees, do not stand on the roof. Work from a cherry picker, scaffold or travel restraint system.
- If using travel restraint or fall arrestors, ensure harness and clips are compatible, anchor points have been assessed by qualified persons, training undertaken and emergency plan in place for rescue.
- Manual handling
- Use hand trucks, cable trolleys to move materials
- Lifting equipment has suitable SWL.
- Power Tools:
- Guards in place
- Electrical leads in good condition and tested/tagged, RCDs in use
- Correct for job/used for purpose
The Work Method Statement is in MSWord Format for unlimited printing and use and will be emailed directly to you.