Refrigerant Gas (Safe Use) 10213-3

Refrigerant Gas Safe Use Safe Work Method Statement

This SWMS deals with general hazards associated with the safe use of fluorocarbon refrigerants such as Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC), Hydro-fluorocarbons (HFC) and Chlorofluorocarbons (CFC). These refrigerants can damage the ozone layer and are potent greenhouse gases.

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Refrigerant Gas Safe Use SWMS Content: 

• High Risk Construction Work
• Mobile Plant   
• Pressurised gas distribution mains or piping chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines energised electrical installations or services
• Risk Assessment Matrix
• Hierarchy of Controls
• PPE
• Job Steps (includes potential hazards and control measures)
1. Planning & Preparation
2. Training and Capabilities
3. Cylinder Transport
4. Arrival at Site
5. Work Area Set Up
6. Pre-Operational Inspection
7. General Use
8. Storage of Refrigerants
9. On Completion
• Emergency Response Procedures
• Legislative References
• Employee sign off section
• Review & Monitoring 

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.