RISK ASSESSMENT FOR TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK

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Here are some of the important points that are taken from the original risk assessment file"Scaffolding Erection Dismantling and Modification Work". to download more quality, health, safety, and environmental free and ready-to-use and editable format, keep on visiting my blog "QHSEDOCS" frequently.


1-Activity

Site preparation

Hazards

  1. Poor communication between work parties.
  2. Inexperience persons/lack of safety awareness
  3. Heat stress
  4. Noise
  5. Vehicles Movement

Control Measures

  1. COMPANY’s employees shall have mandatory training.
  2. Work permit from the client, with all concurring parties' signatures approval, must be obtained before the start of work and displayed at the site
  3. Safety requirements stated on the work permit must be available on-site and strictly followed
  4. Toolbox talk shall be conducted to all personnel on-site & documented before the start of work.
  5. Appropriate PPE shall be worn by all personnel at the site.
  6. Assigned trained dedicated Banks man for the job with reflective jacket.
  7. No water no work policy shall be followed.
  8. Work Schedule according to heat Index
  9. Ear protection shall be worn where required.
  10. A noise meter will be made available at the site.
  11. Maintenance of equipment on regular basis.
  12. Use of Approved/Trained license drivers.
  13. Vehicle movements on site shall be controlled by the bank's man
  14. Appropriate signage to be provided.

2-Activity

Transportation and shifting materials for the scaffolding using various vehicles such as heavy cranes, trailers, trucks, pickups, etc.


Hazards

  1. Failure of equipment /crane /Trailer/ Pickup/ Truck etc.
  2. Road traffic accident during transportation of Tanks shell plates, pipe spools/ supports, and other material.
  3. Body part injury during loading and unloading operation
  4. Pinch point.

Control Measures

  1. Conduct toolbox talk and LMRA before the start of work at the specific location.
  2. Ensure the condition of equipment, is inspected, the sticker is Placed, and the appropriate color code is.
  3. All rigging gear shall be certified.
  4. A synthetic belt or nylon sling shall be used instead of steel wire rope for holding material.
  5. Ensure crane operators and riggers fully understand all work tasks and hazards.
  6. The load shall be secured on the trailer bed to prevent accidental falls.
  7. The Crane operator shall have a third party, certified, and applicable license.
  8. Use proper tagline during loading /offloading material.
  9. Access route shall be surveyed before transporting the Shell Plates, pipes & support material, etc.
  10. Barricade with an appropriate signboard on the effective area. 
  11. Riggers shall be well competent and experienced and third-party certified.
  12. Use leather gloves for hand protection.
  13. Keep away body parts (hand, feet, head, etc.) from the line of fire (LOF).
  14. The suitable length of the trailer shall be arranged according to the length of Shell Plates, pipe spools support, etc.

3-Activity

Scaffolding erection dismantling including Material Storage


Hazards 

  1. Segregation and Stacking Failure
  2. Incorrect Manual Handling
  3. Pinch point
  4. Eye Injury
  5. Fire
  6. Slips, Trips, and Falls
  7. Lack of knowledge by scaffolds regards correct erection and SWL, wind speeds, scaffold ties incorrect, etc.
  8. Incorrect or no supervision at the worksite
  9. Not up to standard. Do not conform to BS
  10. Not inspected leading to failure. 
  11. Injury to persons through incorrect mechanical or manual handling.
  12. Musculoskeletal damage, dropped objects, pinch points.
  13. Lack of competence
  14. Dropped objects
  15. Lack of warning to other trades and notification of men working overhead.
  16. People entering the danger zone
  17. Dropped tools, work carried out incorrectly
  18. Lack of experience.
  19. The incorrect sequence of work
  20. Incorrect Couplers used.
  21. Lack of training in manual handling techniques.
  22. Incorrect Couplers used.
  23. Lack of training in manual handling techniques.
  24. Falls through access openings placed centrally without handrails
  25. Incorrect erection procedure
  26. Does not meet SWL or there is a potential for the scaffold to fall over if not tied.
  27. Potential falls of end-users and scaffolders.
  28. The likelihood scaffold will fall over at the early stages if the height to base ratio is exceeded or if ties are removed
  29. The scaffold has a high potential to fall over Scaffold falling over causes serious injury or asset damage
  30. No design.
  31. No competent person.
  32. Lack of supervision
  33. No experience.
  34. Use of two systems.
  35. Use of incompatible material.
  36. The supporting structure is inadequate.
  37. Use of inferior materials.
  38. Not fit for purpose.
  39. Incorrect couplers used.
  40. Lack of training in manual techniques.
  41. Incorrect erection procedure.
  42. The likelihood that the scaffold will fall over at an early stage.
  43. Not fit for purpose.
  44. Incorrect couplers used.
  45. Lack of training in manual handling techniques.
  46. Joints in the same bay.

Control Measures

  1. Conduct ‘TBT’ before the start of the activity.
  2. Prepare, develop and conduct toolbox talk based on JSA and specific job site requirements Obtain PTW, review, and communicate to all involved in the task.
  3. Participate and communicate with area management to ensure no adverse interface impact or hazard.
  4. Install correct warning signage and barricading for the observation by other parties
  5. Follow recommended maximum stacking guidelines.
  6. All scaffold materials shall be stacked and segregated safely and by type.
  7. Stacking and storage guidelines shall be prominently signposted in easy visual display.
  8. Shelving/racking shall be stable and appropriate; pallets when used shall be in good condition without defect.
  9. Pipes and/or tubular components shall be adequately chocked.
  10. All scaffold personnel shall have attended and passed project ‘Manual Handling’ training programs.
  11. Weight and packaging shall be checked and evaluated before handling.
  12. PINCH POINTS shall be identified and hands shall not be placed in the ‘Line of Fire’ between unsecured items or under loads being raised or landed.
  13. Eye protection shall be worn for dust particle injury.
  14. Eyewash facilities shall be provided and First Aid equipment and personnel shall be available
  15. Scaffold personnel shall be trained in the use of fire extinguishers and/or other firefighting equipment (blankets, etc.).
  16. Emergency numbers and fire hazard signage shall be prominently displayed.
  17. The work areas shall be maintained with good housekeeping.
  18. Access ways and Scaffolds are clear and free of obstruction.
  19. Access Scaffolds shall be confirmed by all personnel as green tagged before use.
  20. All Scaffold personnel above 1.8 meters shall comply with the 100% tie‐off requirement and shall wear an approved harness.
  21. Storage areas shall be marked.
  22. Housekeeping within lifting and movement zones shall be in good order.
  23. All personnel shall attend and pass the project ‘Work at Height’ and ‘harness’ training.
  24. Determine at PTW and Toolbox talk stage what type of scaffold is required (BASIC, ADVANCED, SUPPORT, DESIGN required)
  25. A supervisor or foreman is present at the work area to oversee the worksite.
  26. Meet all BS/EN requirements.
  27. Are inspected before delivery to site.
  28. All lifting equipment is inspected regularly as per site procedure.
  29. Manual handling techniques, inspected cranes, forklifts, ancillary equipment, etc.
  30. Materials to be stored in a safe manner
  31. Do not stack too high to prevent collapse.
  32. Third-party training.
  33. Ensure all have experienced, and theoretical and practical training before commencing the scaffold work.
  34. Ensure barricades, multi‐language warning signs, warning tape, and flagman (where applicable) are in place before the work commences
  35. Ensure Gin Wheel areas are barricaded.
  36. Place correct warning signage ‘men working overhead’.
  37. Adequate Gin Wheel and Lifting bag signage are displayed.
  38. A flagman was placed preventing entry to high-risk areas.
  39. PPE hall is worn at all times.
  40. Tools shall be of the correct type and secured with lanyards at height.
  41. Competent scaffolders with knowledge of basic scaffolding.
  42. Ensure the base is adequate to support the scaffold.
  43. Joints in standards to be diagonally opposed with no more than 2 joints per bay.
  44. Ensure correct sequence of erection and that all components meet the BS criteria
  45. Follow the PRL procedure on scaffolds.
  46. Ensure correct ladder access is placed with ladders at a 75-degree angle or 1 in 4
  47. Ensure ties are placed and are not removed throughout the scaffold’s ‘life’.
  48. Any adaptions (removal of ties) should be undertaken by advanced scaffolders or under the direct supervision of the foreman
  49. Competent scaffolders, Third Party Certified, with knowledge and experience of erecting scaffold towers (mobile and static)
  50. Remove the SCAFFTAG, and bring people off and away from the scaffold.
  51. Full design drawings and calculations are available
  52. Competent scaffolders with knowledge of advanced scaffolding.
  53. Ensure the existing structure is adequate to support the suspended scaffold.
  54. Follow the TG20:2008 and JGC procedure on scaffolds.
  55. Ensure correct fall arrest equipment is used for the particular job e.g., safety harness, inertia reel, and has been inspected and in proper working condition.
  56. Inertia reel to have a valid test certificate and be correctly color-coded.
  57. Follow BS EN requirement, lift to be no more than 2 m vertically.
  58. Ensure ties are placed and are not removed throughout the scaffold's life.
  59. Any adaptions (removal of ties) should be undertaken by advanced scaffolders or under the direct supervision of the foreman.
  60. Communication between the scaffolding supervisor and the end-user supervisor to ensure the scaffold is fit for the purpose intended.
  61. Ensure the correct sequence of erection and that all components meet the BS EN criteria.
  62. Ensure sleeves are used and staggered.
  63. Joints in different bays at each level of the scaffolding to ensure a ‘sound’ construction method.

4- Activity

Confined space entry.


Hazard

  1. Incorrect couplers used.
  2. Lack of training in manual handling techniques.
  3. Joints in the same bay.
  4. Lake of Communication
  5. Ventilation.
  6. Damage material
  7. Oxygen deficiency accumulation of toxic gases
  8. Physical hazards
  9. Improper stacking of material
  10. Unauthorized entrant
  11. Lack of oxygen/oxygen/ air deficiency

Control Measures

  1. All personnel working in confined spaces must have confined space training.
  2. PRL confined space procedure shall be followed.
  3. Hole watcher is attentive all the time during confined space activity. 
  4. 24V Lighting to be provided.
  5. Easy communication between the hole watcher and supervisor is established all the time.
  6. Ensure that passage and transport route is clear during confined space activities. 
  7. Proper access/agreement should be maintained.
  8. Gas test to be done by Contractor/Sub-Contractor before entering into the confined space.
  9. A trained and qualified individual should be outside the tank with the responsibility of ensuring the safety of authorized entrants (Fabricator, Fitter, Welder e.tc) through the performance pre‐entry briefing, checking and inspecting PPE, equipment, and tools, and performing regular monitoring to ensure person working inside pipe remains safe for entry and occupation.
  10. A written rescue plan that has provisions for conducting a timely rescue of individuals working inside the pipe (Confined Space) should be kept on site. 
  11. Raising the alarm in the event of an emergency the use of the radio/mobile phones supplied to them.
  12. Ensure effective communication systems for entry are tested.
  13. Proper light should be provided less than 25v.
  14. All materials stack proper and category-wise.
  15. Rescue arrangements shall be made while working more than five meters inside a large bore size.
  16. PRL SHE&S Procedure shall be followed.
  17. Close supervision is required while working inside.
  18. Execute the work under close supervision and the presence of a hole watcher.
  19. Proper air supply to be provided or an air mover will be provided.
  20. Proper ventilation shall be there.
  21. Working crew shell is trained for confined space working.

5-Activity

Emergency Procedure / Response


Hazards 

  1. Improper Access/ Egress
  2. Poor Communication

Control Measures

  1. Educate the workforce about Emergency Procedures.
  2. All safety signboards shall be displayed properly at the site.
  3. In case of any Emergency, all work will be stopped, shut down all running equipment & Machinery, and reported to Muster Point
  4. Proper Access & Egress shall be available.
  5. All Workforces shall know the Muster Point location.
  6. PRL Emergency Procedure to be followed.
  7. Emergency # 00000000
  8. PRL Medical # 00000000

6-Activity

  1. Long and Extended Working hours.
  2. Night shifts Works.

Hazards 

Improper, inadequate, and insufficient provision or availability of lighting in and around work immediate areas/ vicinity, creating shadows or poorly lit work areas that could result in unsafe acts and physical injuries taking place


Control Measures

  1. Adequate lighting in the work area and Access/Egress area. 
  2. Emergency direction to muster factor to be illuminated.
  3. Proper cable management
  4. Use clear safety glass for night work for good visibility.
  5. Warning Lights and signboards.
  6. Trained Flagman for equipment movement provided with a signal torch.
  7. Close supervision is required while working in night shift.

7-Activity

Housekeeping


Hazards 

  1. Trips and fall
  2. Sharp Objects
  3. Equipment damage
  4. Control Measures
  5. All waste generated will be contained and disposed of in certain waste skips.
  6. Do now not keep materials/devices in the plant place.
  7. Use a Proper Personal defensive system for dealing with waste.
  8. All substances will be removed from the web page to a secure garage region immediately after the paintings.

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR TANK MODIFICATION AND REPAIR WORK 

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