SWMS - Electrical Testing, RCD, Smoke, Earthing

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Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) Electrical Testing - All sections must be completed in full ahead of works commencing.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Mandatory PPE

  

Additional PPE

• Hand Protection

  Yes

  No

• Insulated Gloves

  Yes

  No

• Insulated Floor Mat

  Yes

  No

• Flame Proof Clothing

  Yes

  No

• Arc Flash Clothing

  Yes

  No

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• * After completing this section, please proceed to the next section.

• Electrical Testing

  

STEP 1 |Attend site and advise of interruption to supply on circuits under test

• HAZARD(S): Tenant objects to works being performed

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Communicate & coordinate with Tenant. Service Center & Supervisor to prevent downtime

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 2 | Perform Take 5 Site Risk Assessment

• HAZARD(S): Risks as identified

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Apply risk management processes to additional identified risks using the Hierarchy of Control

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 3 | Assess Switchboard for condition and age

• HAZARD(S): Door falling off, Falling Debris into Switchboard, Electrocution, Identification of Asbestos & safe handling requirements

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: If Switchboard in Poor Condition isolate main switch before removing covers

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 4 | Isolate, test, tag and lock out main supply

• HAZARD(S): Electrocution

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Ensure use of calibrated electrical test equipment (if Live, conduct work in accordance with AS/NZS 4836 Safe Work Live Practices and AS/NZS 3017 Testing & Inspecting guidelines, ensure voltage disconnected)

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 5 | Remove switchboard covers

• Is this work task required? If Yes proceed with risk assessment

  Yes

  No

• HAZARD(S): Manual Handling injuries (Sprains, Strains); Trip hazard, cuts and pinch points

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Ensure workers are trained in correct Manual Handling techniques, Ensure SWB cover is away from traffic areas, wear gloves where appropriate

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 6 | Assess behind switchboard covers for condition and age

• Is this work task required? If Yes proceed with risk assessment

  Yes

  No

• HAZARD(S): Electrocution, Falling Debris into, Switchboard, Breakdown of insulation on bus-bars, UN-terminated cables

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Test all exposed terminals for dead, if switchboard is deemed unsafe reinstate covers, Take Photos and Report issue and seek direction on how best to proceed.

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 7 | Reinstate Switchboard covers

• Is this work task required? If Yes proceed with risk assessment

  Yes

  No

• HAZARD(S): Manual Handling injuries (Sprains, Strains); Trip hazard, cuts and pinch points

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Ensure workers are trained in correct Manual Handling techniques, Ensure SWB cover is away from traffic areas, wear gloves where appropriate and before leaving ensure cover is secure

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 8 | Reinstate power supply if isolated in step 3

• HAZARD(S): Electrocution

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: All employees to be aware of live services, Use of Insulation Mats where applicable

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 9 | Conduct Earth Fault Loop Impendence Test - From Field Outlet

• Hazards(S):
  Arcing of contacts projecting foreign matter into eye
  Electric Shock from Tester

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Safety glasses or face shield to be worn and be aware of live services, Use of Insulation Mats where applicable and use calibrated electrical test equipment, insulated gloves. Follow SOP Electrical Testing

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 10 | Conduct push button test, confirm operation

• Hazard: Arcing of contacts projecting foreign matter into eye

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Safety glasses or face shield to be worn and be aware of live services, Use of Insulation Mats where applicable and use calibrated electrical test equipment, insulated gloves. Follow SOP Electrical Testing

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 11 | Conduct RCD Injection Test - From Field Outlet

• Hazards(S):
  Arcing of contacts projecting foreign matter into eye
  Electric Shock from Tester

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Safety glasses or face shield to be worn and be aware of live services, Use of Insulation Mats where applicable and use calibrated electrical test equipment, insulated gloves. Follow SOP Electrical Testing

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 12 | If RCD fails either push button or trip time tests then replace RCD and repeat tests

• HAZARD(S): Electrocution

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Isolate circuit, wear safety glasses (refer to step 4)

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 13: Perform Smoke Alarm visual check and push button test.

• Is this work task required? If Yes proceed with risk assessment

  Yes

  No

• HAZARD(S): Manual Handling injuries (Sprains, Strains); Noise, Trip hazard, Fall from Ladder

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Ensure workers are trained in correct Manual Handling techniques, Ensure ladder is fit for use, secure and on flat surface and all trip hazards removed from work area and hearing protection worn.

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 14: If Smoke Alarm tests fail, then replace smoke alarm with approved brand and label, reconnect supply, test and commission

• HAZARD(S): Manual Handling injuries (Sprains, Strains); Noise, Falling debris, Trip hazard, Fall from Ladder

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Ensure workers are trained in correct Manual Handling techniques, Ensure ladder is fit for use, secure and on flat surface and all trip hazards removed from work area and hearing & eye protection worn.

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 15: Perform visual inspection of main earth wire and electrode, where damaged repair or replace (isolate supply if replacing) refer to Step 4.

• HAZARD(S): Manual Handling injuries (Sprains, Strains); Trip hazard

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Ensure workers are trained in correct Manual Handling techniques and all trip hazards removed from work area.

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 16: Perform Earth Continuity testing on equipotential earthing bonds (Pool, Pool Fencing, Pool Equipment etc)

• HAZARD(S): Manual Handling injuries (Sprains, Strains); Trip hazard, Tenant animals,

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: Ensure workers are trained in correct Manual Handling techniques and all trip hazards removed from work area, all animals secured. Follow SOP Electrical Testing

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

STEP 17: Once all Tasks have been completed and before leaving site, Reinstate power supply

• HAZARD(S): Electrocution

• Risk Rating

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• CONTROL: All employees to be aware of live services, Use of Insulation Mats where applicable

• Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)

  Low

  Moderate

  High

  Extreme

• RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE INSPECTIONS | Checked Ladders for compliance, Checked all electrical leads are tested with current compliance tag, Checked all tools and all testing equipment is calibrated and fit for use.

REFERENCES| Legislation/ regulations/ standards/ codes of practices/ guidelines that are relevant to this activity/ task: AS/NZS 4836 Safe Work Live Practices, AS/NZS 3017 Electrical Installations, testing and inspections guidelines, Electricity (Licensing) Regulations, Programmed Policies, Programmed Life Saving Rules and Procedures, Manufactures Product Instructions

I have reviewed this Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) and agree with this safe work procedure. I am aware of all the job steps, hazards and control measures that will be implemented and will work to this safe work procedure. I will complete a daily JSEA as required. I have also reviewed all the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and have assessed all the plant and equipment that is to be used by myself for this task. I will work within the recommended safe procedures for SDS, plant and equipment for this period.

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