Plumbing (Fire Sprinkler System Installation) 10404-3

Plumbing Fire Sprinkler System Installation Safe Work Method Statement

This Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) provides an outlines of the job steps, generic hazard and controls associated with the installation of fire sprinkler systems from Elevating Work Platforms. This includes safe operation of Elevated Work Platforms including scissor lifts, boom lifts and cherry pickers and the use of ladders and trestles.

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Plumbing Fire Sprinkler System Installation SWMS Content: 

• High Risk Construction Work
• Mobile Plant   
• Pressurised gas distribution mains or piping chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines energised electrical installations or services
• Involves a risk of a person falling more than 2m, including work on telecommunications towers
• Risk Assessment Matrix
• Hierarchy of Controls
• PPE
• Job Steps (includes potential hazards and control measures)
1. Planning & Preparation
2. Training and Capabilities
3. Arrival & set-up onsite
4. Delivery and removal of EWP
5. Installing sprinkler system (pipework)
6. Commission system
7. Refuelling EWP on site
8. On Completion
• Emergency Response Procedures
• Legislative References
• Employee sign off section
• Review & Monitoring 
• Falls Emergency Rescue Plan

For works carried out on a regular basis a generic SWMS may be prepared and used for those work activities.

Remember: The content of the SWMS should be refined over time and include consultation with workers and other persons conducting a business or undertaking. Prior to each new activity, the SWMS must be reviewed and revised to ensure it applies to the high risk construction work and the actual site you are working at.