Title Page
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Site conducted
Programmed Facility Management - 61 054 742 264
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
Electrical Contractors Number: EC005821
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Work Order Number
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Location
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Property Number and Street Name
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Document Number
Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) Electrical Testing - All sections must be completed in full ahead of works commencing.
Personal Protective Equipment
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Mandatory PPE
Additional PPE
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Hand Protection
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Insulated Gloves
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Insulated Floor Mat
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Flame Proof Clothing
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Arc Flash Clothing
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Other
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* After completing this section, please proceed to the next section.
SWMS Tasks & Details
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Electrical Testing
STEP 1 |Attend site and advise of interruption to supply on circuits under test
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HAZARD(S): Tenant objects to works being performed
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Risk Rating
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CONTROL: Communicate & coordinate with Tenant. Service Center & Supervisor to prevent downtime
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Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)
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RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers
STEP 2 | Perform Take 5 Site Risk Assessment
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HAZARD(S): Risks as identified
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Risk Rating
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CONTROL: Apply risk management processes to additional identified risks using the Hierarchy of Control
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Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)
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RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers
STEP 3 | Assess Switchboard for condition and age
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HAZARD(S): Door falling off, Falling Debris into Switchboard, Electrocution, Identification of Asbestos & safe handling requirements
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Risk Rating
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CONTROL: If Switchboard in Poor Condition isolate main switch before removing covers
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Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)
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RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers
STEP 4 | Isolate, test, tag and lock out main supply
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HAZARD(S): Electrocution
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Risk Rating
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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), Qualified Electrician required to carry out the isolation. Follow SOP Electrical Isolations
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Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)
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RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers
STEP 5 | Carry out Electrical Repairs as Required - No Live work Permitted
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Is this work task required? If Yes proceed with risk assessment
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HAZARD(S): Manual Handling injuries (Sprains, Strains, Lacerations); Trip hazard, cuts and pinch points, Electric shock, Asbestos,
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Risk Rating
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CONTROL: Ensure workers are trained in correct Manual Handling techniques, Maintain a clean work area, follow correct isolation procedure, use SOP Electrical Isolations, Test all terminals and cables before any work is carried out, If asbestos is identified or suspected, stop work and contact your manager. Use correct tools, wear correct PPE,
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Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)
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RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers
STEP 6 | Reinstate power supply if isolated in step 3
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HAZARD(S): Electrocution
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Risk Rating
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CONTROL: All employees to be aware of live services, Use of Insulation Mats where applicable, only qualified and trained workers to re energise circuits, if required ensure LV rescue kit and Spotter is arranged, Follow correct Energisation procedure,
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Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)
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RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers
STEP 7 | Reconnect Test and Commission Repairs
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Is this work task required? If Yes proceed with risk assessment
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HAZARD(S): Electrocution, Manual Handling injuries (Sprains, Strains, Lacerations); Trip hazard, cuts and pinch points, UN-terminated cables
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Risk Rating
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CONTROL: Ensure workers are trained in correct Manual Handling techniques, wear gloves where appropriate. Follow correct Re-Energisation procedure and correct Test Procedures, SOP Electrical Isolations & SOP Electrical Testing.
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Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)
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RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers
STEP 8 | Once all Tasks have been completed and before leaving site, Reinstate power supply
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HAZARD(S): Electrocution
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Risk Rating
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CONTROL: All employees to be aware of live services, Use of Insulation Mats where applicable
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Residual Risk after Control Implemented (NOTE: Where High or Extreme risks have been identified - Stop Work and report to Supervisor)
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RESPONSIBLE PERSONS: Supervisors, Workers
Verification and Sign Off
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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Workers Sign Off
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Date
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Electrical Workers Number
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Name and Signiture
