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Pre Use Inspection:
Inspect equipment before use
Ladders:
- Timber stiles are not warped, splintered, cracked, bruised or missing
- Metal stiles are not bent, kinked, crushed, damaged welds, twisted or missing
- Feet are not damaged
- Rungs, steps, treads or top-plates are not missing, worn, damaged or loose
- Tie rods are not missing, broken or loose
- Ropes, braces, brackets or locking devices are not missing, broken or worn
- Timber is not painted
- SWL/rating information is displayed and legible
- Steps, rungs are not slippery (worn ridges or spills)
- No loose nails, screws, bolts or other metal parts
- No uneven footings damaged or worn non-slip bases
- No lengthwise play (should be rigid)
- General strength and rigidity
Extension ladders:
- No defective clutches, stops, guide irons or pulleys
- No deterioration of rope from wear, exposure to acid or other destructive agents
- Pulleys can move freely and be lubricated
Product Details:
- 13 page procedure
- Microsoft Word Format
- Add site specific details and risks
- Make it task specific
- Instant download delivery
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Window Cleaning Information:
The Window Cleaning Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a comprehensive 13 page procedure outlining the safety steps for Window Cleaning using extending Pole & Detergent.
This SWMS does NOT include abseiling and rope access equipment for high rise window cleaning.
The Window Cleaning 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 Window Cleaning Work Method Statement can be used as part of your OHS inductions, for Tool box talks or tender applications.
References:
- OHS Legislation in all States
- AS 1892.2 – 1992 Portable ladders Part 2: Timber
- AS/NZS 1892.3 – 1996 Portable ladders Part 3: Reinforced plastic
- AS/NZS 1892.5 – 2000 Portable ladders Part 5: Selection, safe use and care.
- WorkSafe Victoria (2005). Prevention of Falls - Ladders
- HSE (2005). Safe Use of Ladders and Step Ladders – An Employers Guide
- ACT WorkCover (2007). Portable Ladders
- AS 2550-10 – Cranes Safe Use - EWP
- WorkSafe Victoria EWP Checklist Publication
- AS/NZS1891.4 Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices – Part 4:Selection,use and maintenance,and safety nets.
- AS 1576.1 1995 Scaffolding: General Requirements
- HSE (2003) Safety in Window Cleaning Information Sheet
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