Site Signage
Site Signage
Warning Signs. Yellow triangle with a Black border to alert of all possible dangers on site.
Mandatory Signs. Blue and White and must be obeyed i.e. Hard hats and footwear must be worn.
Prohibition Signs. Red circle with a Red line with Black images with White text on a Red background.
Safe Working Conditions Signs. Rectangular Green signs with White writing giving general information relating to First aid - Assembly points and First aid stations
Fire Equipment Signs. Red rectangular with White wording.
Note: Safety is the responsibility of all site personnel and if any unsafe observations are noted then immediate action in notifying line managers or resident H&S Officer should be made.
Site Testing Equipment
Site Testing Equipment. Under Construction.
Site testing equipment should be appropriate for the work in hand and can vary from a standard moisture meter to those require to check the paint system used, film thickness and adhesion.
Pinhole detector see: Glossary of Terms Decorators. https://www.elcometer.com/coatings-inspection/all-coatings-inspection/pinhole-porosity-detection.html
Dry Film Thickness Gauge see:: Glossary of Terms Decorators. https://www.elcometer.com/en/coatings-inspection/all-coatings-inspection/dry-film-thickness/digital/elcometer-456-separate-coating-thickness-gauge.html
MDF Adhesion of applied Coatings
MDF Adhesion Problems
Cause
Paraffin wax is often used in the manufacture of MDF to improve the water resistant properties.
Some of the wax treatment can remain on the surface and can affect the adhesion of primer coating when applied without any form of preparation.
Lightly sand down and wipe over with Methylated Sprit and allow to dry.
Check that the selected paint manufactures priming coat is suitable and if necessary apply to a prepared to check the adhesion.
Site Induction
Site Induction, is carried out to ensure all personnel working on the the site is familiar with the Health and Safety requirements.
Health and Safety Induction Checklist
Induction & Method signing register SITE example
Risk Assessment Manual Handling
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ESK RISK ASSESSMENT
| OPERATION/PROCESS
MANUAL HANDLING |
DATE:
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No 3 | |||||
| LOCATION
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| EQUIPMENT USED
Ladders, step ladders, podiums, paint and materials |
CAN TASK BE ELIMINATED? | Yes
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No
X |
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| RISK PRIOR TO CONTROLS | |||||||
| HAZARDS IDENTIFIED | Low | Med | High | ||||
| Sprains & Strains and crushed limbs | X | ||||||
| EXPOSED PERSONS
Site operatives |
TOTAL NUMBERS AFFECTED | ||||||
| FREQUENCY OF EXPOSURE
Daily/Low |
DURATION OF EXPOSURE
Low/minimal over an 8 hour working day. |
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| CONTROL MEASURES ALREADY IN PLACE
1. Operatives are experienced in carrying paint and equipment on a regular basis as part of their daily work and are aware of the dangers of moving and lifting. Maximum lift of 10kgs 2. HSE information on manual handling provided to operative and regular toolbox talks 3. All operatives are told to seek assistance when carrying ladders, stepladders and podiums |
EXTENT TO WHICH THEY CONTROL RISK
1. Operatives are aware of correct lifting techniques. 2. Toolbox talks carried out to reiterate manual handling procedures. 3. To avoid injury to operative. |
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| ADDITIONAL MEASURES REQUIRED
Review for each task as required throughout the contract. Trainees to be supervised |
ACTION BY
Management, supervisors & operatives. |
BY WHEN
Prior to contract start date and on-going throughout contract. |
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| STATEMENT OF RESIDUAL RISKS
When the detailed control measures in place are adhered to, the risks above should be reduced to an acceptable level. |
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| ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR VULNERABLE GROUPS
Ensure that physical capabilities are taken into account when allocating works. |
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| MONITORING RESULTS
Monitoring is required to ensure that the control remain effective. |
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| ASSESSOR – NAME
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POSITION
Director |
REVIEW DATE
01.06.21 |
LAST REVISED
01.06.20 |
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Risk assessment Manual Handling