Collbrook Pty Ltd ATFMarschall Family Trust Trading As

CRANE HIRE SPECIALISTS ABN: 95 879 142 306

Safe Work Method Statement SWMS for Slewing and Non Slewing Mobile Cranes
Company Name:
Site Address: Date:
To be read in conjunction with: Lift Plan

SSWMS No: TR169

SWMS DETAILS
Brief Description of Work Activity:

Employer/Contractor: Mann’s Logan Crane Hire SWMS to be reviewed annually

17 Permarig Pl Rocklea
Personnel Responsible for Monitoring this Activity: Supervisor-Foreman. MLCH Personnel

Codes of Practice / Standards Consulted: WH&S Act 2011 and Regulations 2011 Mobile Crane COP 2006. Risk Management COP 2011. Manual
Tasks COP 2011. AS 2550.1 Cranes-General. AS 2550.5 Mobile Cranes. AS 1418.1 Cranes General. AS
1418.5 Cranes Mobile. AS 4497 Round Slings. AS 3775 Chain Slings. AS 4991 Lifting Devices.
Permits required to carry out works:

Plant and Equipment Required for this Activity: Non Slewing Mobile Crane
Details of Maintenance Checks Required for this Activity: Daily pre-start checks on all equipment. Maintenance to be carried out to intervals specified by the
manufacture, tag out defects to be reported.
Personnel Qualifications Required for this Activity: Relevant national certification for task has been undertaken for plant being operated

Specific Training Required for this Activity: All personnel to have completed a Site Induction. Must be trained in this SWMS and have all relevant
certification for this task.
Personnel consulted on development of SWMS:
Name: Signature: Name: Signature:
Trevor Rohweder Stephen Marschall

01/12/2013 01/12/2013

APPROVED BY:

1. Director. Stephen Marschall Signature: Date: 01/12/2013

Notes.

 PPE to be worn on this site – Hard hat / Safety Glasses / Hi Vis Long Sleeve Shirt / long Pants / Safety Boots

 All plant must have a maintenance schedule, an operator’s manual to be on the machine & the operator appropriately certified. The required
operator’s license type must be listed in the control measures.
 The SWMS must be monitored at a predetermined period to confirm that the work is being carried out as described in the statement by using
the attached check sheet, defects or non compliance is noted & remedial actions taken to close them out. A copy will be forwarded to the
Principal Contractor to verify compliance.

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RISK ASSESSMENT

Evaluate the risks associated with the task, consider the hierarchy of control and score the consequence and the likelihood appropriately.

C = Consequence L = Likelihood Hierarchy of control

5 = Catastrophic. 5 = Almost Certain. 1 = Elimination.
Death, disablement, significant incident, unacceptable risk, significant financial cost. Could occur in most circumstances. Modify the process method or material to eliminate the hazard
completely.
4 = Major. 4 = Likely. 2 = Substitution.
Extensive injuries leading to lost time, major risk-damage to plant and equipment, major May probably occur in most circumstances. Replace the material, substance or process with a less hazardous one.
financial cost for repairs / reinstatement. 3 = Separate.
3 = Moderate. 3 = Possible. Isolate the hazard from the person by safeguarding or by space or time.
Medical treatment, medium risk-damage to plant and equipment, medium financial cost for May occur at some time. 4 = Redesign / Engineering Controls.
repairs / reinstatement. Redesign or modify the plant or process to reduce or eliminate the risk
5 = Administration.
2 = Minor. 2 = Unlikely. Adjust the exposure time or conditions or process by training,
First Aid treatment, minor risk-damage to plant and equipment, minor financial cost for Could occur at some time. procedure, signs etc.
repairs / reinstatement. 6 = PPE.
Use appropriately designed and properly fitted equipment where other
1 = Insignificant: 1 = Rare. controls are not practicable or are accepted.
No injuries, slight damage, low financial cost for repairs / reinstatement. May occur only in exceptional circumstances.

Consequences

Likelihood 5 = Catastrophic 4 = Major 3 = Moderate 2 = Minor 1 = Insignificant

5 = Almost Certain 25 20 15 10 5

4 = Likely 20 16 12 8 4

3 = Possible 15 12 9 6 3

2 = Unlikely 10 8 6 4 2

1 = Rare 5 4 3 2 1

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 Hierarchy of Control.
Highest Level of Control
Elimination
Activity
Break the job down into steps
Crane, operator, dogman or
rigger come to site to carry
out various lifts.
Lowest Level of Control
Substitution Engineering Administration Personal Protective Equipment
Potential Safety and Risk Rating Control Measures Residual Risk Person Responsible
Environmental Hazards Rating To ensure management
What can go wrong method applied
CxL=R CxL=R
C L R C L R
Uncertified/trained operators. 3 3 9  Crane operator must be certified for that 3 2 6 Crane Crew
particular crane.
 The Dogger’s & Riggers to be certified for the MLCH
required task.
 The crane operator, rigger & dogman must
have had refresher training within a three MLCH
year period.
The crane has no operating 3 3 9  The crane must have an operators manual 3 2 6 MLCH
instructions or not maintained.
 The crane must be maintained to a schedule
set out at by the manufacture.
3 3 9  There must be a documented record 3 2 6 MLCH
detailing what was carried out at the previous
scheduled service period.
 There must be a sticker or similar stating MLCH
when and what type is the next service.
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Activity Potential Safety and Risk Rating Control Measures Residual Risk Person Responsible
Break the job down into steps Environmental Hazards Rating To ensure management
What can go wrong method applied
CxL=R CxL=R
C L R C L R

Outstanding defects. 3 3 9  Check crane logbook for defects, any defects 3 2 6 MLCH
that may place the crane and others at risk
must be fixed before the crane commences
work.

Unregistered or defective 3 3 9  Crane must be plant registered if over 10t 3 2 6 MLCH

crane comes to site. SWL.

 Have yearly and 10 yearly inspections. MLCH

Crane, operator, dogman or
rigger come to site to carry
out various lifts continued.
Unsupervised trainees.
3 3 9  Trainee crane operators, riggers & dogman 3 2 6 Crane Crew.
are to be supervised at all times.
 Trainee must be on a training plan and MLCH
signed by the supervising person when
operating.

Crane, operator, dogman or
rigger come to site to carry
out various lifts continued.
.
Crane travels to site to carry
out lift
Crane documentation not all
available.
Collision with other
construction traffic, plant or
personnel.
3 3 9  Crane must have all current documentation 3 2 6 MLCH
provided in folder within crane.
3 3 9  All cranes, plant and vehicles traveling on 3 2 6 Crane Crew.
site must travel to the posted speed and to
have an operating orange flashing light.

 All plant to be fitted with an operating

reversing alarm, MLCH
 Do not park near operating machinery.

 Notify operators when within their areas. Client

 Ensure spotter is used when reversing plant Crane Crew

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Activity Potential Safety and Risk Rating Control Measures Residual Risk Person Responsible
Break the job down into steps Environmental Hazards Rating To ensure management
What can go wrong method applied
CxL=R CxL=R
C L R C L R

Crane Set Up Position Contact with pedestrians or 5 4 20  Traffic management not restricted to lane 5 2 10  Client
vehicles on public roads or and or footpath closures with the placement
footpaths of barricades and signage to comply with  MLCH
Main Roads Traffic management regulations.

 Licensed Traffic Control and Local  Crane Crew

Government permits may be required.
Crane sets up to carry out lift. Ground surface uneven for 4 3 12  If a “Franna” or crawler type crane is used 4 2 8 Crane Crew
crane to travel with load (lift the travel area is to be leveled if requested.
and carry type cranes).

Crane not set up level, 4 3 12  Cranes may require a compacted pad or 4 2 8 Crane Crew.
unknown ground conditions. other foundation treatment to be constructed
to carry weight

 A Geotechnical report on ground stability,

capacity and compaction can be obtained if
deemed necessary; this may be required for
a major or critical lifts.

Persons/vehicles endanger by 4 3 12  Place barricading-signage around the crane 4 2 8 Crane Crew.

the crane operation. taking particular attention to pinch areas
when the crane is slewing.

Crane sets up to carry out lift Poor ground conditions. 4 3 12  Suitable and correctly stacked hard wood 4 2 8 Crane Crew.
continued. timbers or steel plates are to be used to
block up the crane outriggers due to the
possible ground slope or condition.

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Activity Potential Safety and Risk Rating Control Measures Residual Risk Person Responsible
Break the job down into steps Environmental Hazards Rating To ensure management
What can go wrong method applied
CxL=R CxL=R
C L R C L R

Outriggers not pinned 4 3 12  Cranes that have pinned Outriggers must be 4 2 8 Operator
pinned in the correct position and cross
checked.

Out riggers not fully extended. 4 3 12  Out riggers to be fully extended where fitted. 4 2 8 Operator

 When Crane is fitted with stepped outrigger

positions computer must be programmed for
the stepped configuration.
Crane Overturning due to 4 3 12  Cross checks of work carried out on set up of 4 2 8 Operator
incorrect setup Crane must be followed to the Safe
Operating procedures outlined in Operators
Manual in the crane.
Counterweight configuration 4 3 12  Correct Counterweight information to be 4 2 8 Operator
incorrect information on input into the computer and set to correct
computer Operating Mode.

Prepare and carry the lift.
No communication with the
crane operator.
Load falls due to lift equipment
failure.
3 3 9  approach the plant from a direction that is in 3 2 6 Crane Crew.
the operator’s field of vision;
 Stop at a safe distance from the plant and
establish eye/verbal contact with the operator
and wait for the operator to give you
permission to approach.
4 3 12  All lifting equipment is to be within a 12 4 2 8 Crane Crew
month period and in good condition.

 Lift chains fitted with safety hooks.

 Have a tag with an identifying number, the

SWL and the test date.

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Activity
Break the job down into steps
Prepare and carry the lift
continued.
Lifting in close proximity of
powerlines.
Potential Safety and
Environmental Hazards
What can go wrong
Slings in poor condition.
Lifting equipment comes off
the hook.
Crane jib contacts power
wires.
Risk Rating Control Measures Residual Risk Person Responsible
Rating To ensure management
method applied
CxL=R CxL=R
C L R C L R
The SWL of the lifting equipment must not
be exceeded.
4 3 12  Round or Fabric slings are to be in good 4 2 8 Crane Crew
condition, have no tearing in the covering
and have a SWL tag.
 An inspection is to be carried out every three MLCH
months and records kept.
4 3 12  If several items of lifting equipment are 4 2 8 Crane Crew
placed on the hook check that the lifting
equipment will not slide up off the hook, a
shackle of suitable capacity may need to be
used between the crane hook and the lifting
equipment.
5 3 15  Maintain a safe distance of 3m from power 5 2 10 Crane Crew
wires up to 132kVa and a trained spotter
when within 6.4m.
 For wires above 133kV.keep 6m from these Client
wires and a trained spotter is required when
within 10m, if within the spotter range the
power authority must be notified and a permit
issued.
 When required barricade a safety zone for Client
overhead wires and place signage to suit
particular areas.
 Use tiger tails as delineration if required.
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Activity
Break the job down into steps
Lift load and slew to required
position
Place load in required position
Riggers and site personnel
working at height.
Potential Safety and
Environmental Hazards
What can go wrong
Load passes over barriers and
endangers workers,
pedestrian, or traffic.
Crane and the load are placed
at risk from windy conditions.
Load falls during placement.
Damage lifting equipment.
Potential for falling.
Risk Rating Control Measures Residual Risk Person Responsible
Rating To ensure management
method applied
CxL=R CxL=R
C L R C L R
3 3 9  No load to pass over any barrier, pedestrian, 3 2 6 Crane Crew.
site personnel, office or vehicle.
 Notify workers when lifting within the work
area.
4 3 12  Check cranes operators manual as to safe 4 2 8 Crane Crew.
working limits in wind conditions; general rule
is stop works at 10m/sec or 36kph.
3 3 9  Before the weight is taken off the load ensure 3 2 6 Crane Crew.
suitable dunnage/restraints or bolts are in
place to prevent load falling/moving when the
lifting equipment is released.
 Care to be taken when removing the lifting Crane Crew
equipment in regards to damage.
4 3 12  All personnel working at heights are to be 4 2 8 Crane Crew.
restrained by safety harness/static lines or Client
have suitable scaffold fitted with handrails to
prevent falls.
 Persons at height can work from a man/work
box or a boom lift to carry out the tasks.
 Personnel who are required to wear safety MLCH
harnesses are to be trained in their safe use,
training must be verified.
 When working in fall arrest there must be a
rescue procedure in place, this procedure Client
must be communicated before work
commences to enable a rescue of a person
who has fallen and is suspended.
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Activity
Break the job down into steps
Task completed, crane is
packed up and taken off site or
to another location.
Hydraulic hose bursts, spills
oil and re-fuel of cranes.
Dunnage, timber etc left on
site.
Potential Safety and
Environmental Hazards
What can go wrong
Accident caused by crane
traveling without all
components adequately
stowed.
Hydraulic oils and fuels spills
have potential to harm the
environment
Contaminate the environment
or create a trip hazard
Risk Rating Control Measures Residual Risk Person Responsible
Rating To ensure management
method applied
CxL=R CxL=R
C L R C L R
3 3 9  Crane to have jib in travel position, out 3 2 6 Crane Crew.
riggers retracted and pinned. Outrigger feet
stowed and locking pins installed.
 All timbers stored before crane moves from
that particular area.
2 3 6  If hydraulic hose bursts and spills oils or 2 2 4 Crane Crew.
excess fuels flow from over full tanks, earth Client
bunds must be placed immediately around
spill area. Oil absorbent material to be
bought to site to soak up the spillage.
 Environmental Representative/Supervisor or
Foreman is to be informed immediately.
 For disposal of material consult the
Environmental Representative.
 All surplus dunnage timber etc to be stacked
clear of work areas or placed in the industrial
bin
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Activity Potential Safety and Risk Rating Control Measures Residual Risk Person Responsible
Break the job down into steps Environmental Hazards Rating To ensure management
What can go wrong method applied
CxL=R CxL=R
C L R C L R

Deviation from this Safe Work 4 4 16  Stop all Work Activities

Method Statement Clients personnel
Change in job step  Ensure task and equipment is made Crane Crew
safe

 Hold a Prestart meeting and record and

adjust SWMS for variations to work
method- obtain Client approval from
site representative.

 To be authorised by MLCH supervisor

or Clients Site safety or authorised
representative.

 Sign off on changes prior to the

recommencement of work.

 Implement,Monitor,Reveiw

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Activity Potential Safety and Risk Rating Control Measures Residual Risk Person Responsible
Break the job down into steps Environmental Hazards Rating To ensure management
What can go wrong method applied
CxL=R CxL=R
C L R C L R

THE SWMS WILL BE REVIEWED ANNUALY OR AFTER AN INCIDENT OF IMPROVEMENTS FROM AN AUDIT.

Review No: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Name & Stephen Trevor Trevor Trevor Trevor

Initials Marschall Rohweder Rohweder Rohweder Rohweder
Activity Crane Set Up Acts &Regs Outrigger feet Revision of Revision of
Revised Page 11 Swms Swms
Date: th
26 March 4/04/12 29/10/12 01/03/13 01/12/13
2012

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SIGNOFF

We the undersigned, confirm that the SWMS nominated above has been explained and its contents are clearly understood and accepted. We also confirm that our
required qualifications to undertake this activity are current. We also clearly understand the controls in this WMS must be applied as documented; otherwise work is to
cease immediately.

Name Qualification Required for this Signature Date Time Employer

Activity

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Mann’s Logan Crane Hire.

SWMS CHECK SHEET

SWMS Name

Location / Area:

Inspected by: Position:

Signature: Date:

Date Defect
No. Item Finding Comment
Rectified

1 Site inducted personnel

2 PPE being worn.

3 Falls from height.

4 Certified operators.

5 Trip hazards/house keeping

6 Falling objects.

7 Access/egress.

8 Electrical/generators.

9 Manual handling

10 Cranes/lifting equipment

11 Permits.

12 Access, work platforms.

13 Fire extinguishers.
14 MSDS’s for products used.
15 Barricading/signage.
16 Covering of penetrations
17 Cause Environmental
damage.

Findings: Acceptable =  Unacceptable = x Not Applicable = N/A

No. Defects Noted. No. Close out Actions.

All defects closed out: Name. Signed.

A copy will be forwarded to the principal contractor to verify inspections.