BRIGHOUSE PATENT WALLING SYSTEMS LTD

Risk Assessment
And Method Statement
FforFor
Telescopic Handlers
General Stone Masonry
including
Dry Stone Walling.
Contents

[1.] Project organisation for healthProject

organization for health and safety control

1.[2.] Risk Assessment and Controls

2.
[3.]
[4.] Method Statement

3.[5.] Hazardous Material and Substances

4.
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[8.] 5. Site information
a. Access and egress
b. Lighting
c. Plant and equipment
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Waste management

6. Plant and equipment

7. Personnel training certification

8. Hazardous materials and substances

9. Waste management

10. Special control measures

[9.] 11. Contact Ntelephone numbers

[10.] 12.Employee/sub-contractor Agreement

Communication of Method Statement

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1.Project1. Project organisation for health and safety control

This risk assessment and method statement is for employees and sub-
contractors working for Brighouse Patent Walling Systems Ltd (BPWS). It
relates to the way in which telescopic handling is to be carried out, in line with
the company’s Health and Safety Policy.

All operatives must be fully trained in the work they are doing. They can
contact Daniel Cryer at any time with regards to any issues that may arise.

Daniel Cryer, Site Foreman Tel: 07934139860

All fork lift operations will be overseen by Daniel Cryer. All employees and
sub-contractors report to him and are expected to report any health and safety
issues immediately.

All employees and subcontractors will receive a copy of this risk assessment
and method statement and will work in accordance to it.

1. Scope and method of work

The method statement relates to the safe way in which Stone masonry and
block work will be carried out in a safe and proper manner.

Method of Work

Stages of the work we will be undertaking

 Arrival on site.
 Get to place of work. The area will be assessed to ensure a safe route is
possible. Vehicles will be parked in the correct location and where
required High Visibility clothing will be worn at all times.
 Steel toe capped boots will be worn at all times.
 Any equipment and stone brought onto site will be unloaded in a safe
area and near the area of work.
 An area for waste will be established and any waste materials generated
will be kept in this area. Waste materials will be removed off site by and
agreed party unless it is agreed with the client that their waste facilities
can be used.
 Gloves will be worn when handling and transporting any materials.
 Foundations / footings may need to be dug. This will either be done
manually by spade or for large areas by mechanical digger. Only suitably
trained operatives will use mechanical equipment.

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  Stones will be lifted into the correct position. Heavy or awkward shaped
stones will be lifted by two people.
 Stones may require some cutting. In which case a stihl saw is used. All
operatives will be suitably trained in using a stihl saw safely. Dust mask
and eye protection will be worn when using the saw.
 The job may require cement to be mixed. In which case gloves will be
worn. The cement will either be mixed manually or by machine. If a
machine is used then the operator will be suitably trained to operate it
safely.
 Once the job is completed all waste will be removed from site
 Any issues that arise during the job will be discussed before continuing.
 No work will be started if there is a risk to the health and safety of any
staff or subcontractors or any other contractors or visitors who maybe on
site.

[1.] 2. Project Organisation for Health and Safety Control

All operatives must fully trained in the work they are doing. They can contact
Daniel Cryer at any time with regards t any issues that may arise.

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All stone masonry work will be overseen by Daniel Cryer. All staff report to him and are instructed to report any Health and Safety
issues immediately.

All staff and subcontractors will receive a copy of this method statement and will work in accordance to it.

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3. Health and Safety risks and controls / AssessmentRisk Assessment and Controls

Task Laying of foundationsLifting operationsBuilding Description of task and frequency Creation of house foundationsLifting operations using mechanical means/
and or repair of stone walling and general telehandler Walling of Block work and masonry in the construction of
stone masonry as well as block walling houses
Assessment covering Employees and sub-contractorsSubcontractors
walling block or stone
NOTE: This risk assessment has been undertaken on the basis that the
telehandler is operated by an operator who has proof of competence, which
should include proof of training (CPCS card or similar), proof of
familiarisation on the telehandler to be used and adequate experience of
the task to be undertaken.

Task Describe Hazard and possible Describe List ALL existing controls Risk Rating Further Action Required
Harm who might Likelihood X
be harmed consequence
L C RR
General lifting People in area struck by: All Brighouse Public excluded from secure site
operations People in Telehandler boom, Telehandler Patent Segregate telehandler and personnel
area chassis, Moving load resulting in Walling where possible
injury or fatality. Employees Ensure telehandler has adequate vision
and other aids
contractors or If necessary establish effective exclusion
people on All personnel to wear high visibility clothing
site. Ensure personnel are fully briefed on need
to keep clear of load during lifting and
telehandler during travelling
Ensure telehandler is made secure from
unauthorised access or operation
General lifting Ground unable to support All Brighouse Establish presence of voids/underground
operations Telehandler load resulting in injury Patent services
Telehandler stability Walling Assess ground and establish if there is a
or fatality.
Employees requirement for stabiliser mats
and other If required, BPWS Supervisor to check that
contractors or mats supplied match those specified in
people on Method Statement
site.
General lifting Telehandler overloaded All Brighouse Ensure weight of load is known and
operations Patent accurate
Telehandler stability Walling Telehandler operator to have proof of
Employees competence
and other
contractors or
people on
site.
General lifting Telehandler failure All Brighouse Ensure telehandler has been adequately
operations Patent Walling maintained, pre-use checks carried out and
Telehandler stability Employees and has current report of thorough examination
other
contractors or
people on site.

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 General lifting Load or telehandler All Brighouse Route to be planned and overhead
operations structure collides with Patent obstacles identified
Movement of overhead obstacles Walling Boom to remain as low as practicable at all
load Employees times
and other Operator and banksman to be advised of
contractors or any overhead risks
people on
site.
General lifting Load collides with other All Brighouse Establish effective exclusion zones where
operations plant - cranes, excavators Patent applicable
Movement of etc Walling Ensure that the safe systems of work for
load Employees other plant in the vicinity address this
and other hazard
contractors or
people on
site.
General lifting Telehandler boom comes All Brighouse Establish presence or otherwise of
operations within arcing distance of Patent overhead lines.
Movement of overhead lines Walling If present arrange for isolation or position
load Employees telehandler boom/load outside minimum
and other safe approach distance
contractors or
people on
site.
General lifting Loose parts on load may All Brighouse Inspect load for lose objects prior to lift and
operations fall Patent secure/remove loose
Movement of Walling items
load Employees All personnel to wear hard hats
and other
contractors or
people on
site.
General lifting Load may fall on person All Brighouse Ensure telehandler has been adequately
operations Patent maintained, has current report of thorough
Movement of Walling examination and that pre-use checks are
load Employees carried out
and other Inspect load for lose objects prior to lift and
contractors or secure/remove loose
people on items
site. Ensure that as parts of a load are removed
from transport that
remaining part of load does not become
unstable

General lifting Telehandler becomes unstable when All Brighouse Wind speed to be checked with hand held
operations lifting loads with large wind area. Patent anemometer by Site Manager before lift
Environmental Walling starts. Lift to be aborted if wind speed
conditions Employees exceeds 20 mph
and other
contractors or
people on
site.

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 Moving loads from Telehandler strikes a person, All Brighouse ■ Wherever possible stones are lifted by 2 3 6 .None
one place on site to particularly while reversing. Failure Patent mechanical means.
another.Lifting / to lift stones correctly could result in Walling
Transporting stones serious muscular damage or impact Employees ■ Heavy stones will always be lifted by two
damage from dropping the stones and other people.
contractors or
people on ■ All staff have General Manual Handling
site. Training

■ All staff will wear suitable PPE to include

steel toe capped boots The Telehandler
has a good view directly from the driver
position.
As it has not been possible to create a one-
way system on site reversing areas are
clearly marked and pedestrians/other
construction workers are kept separate.
The Telehandler is equipped with aids so
drivers can see areas which may be at risk,
when the boom is raised and in other
configurations or the vehicle is reversing.
Mirrors will be kept clean in a good repair.
A signaller will be used if necessary.
Signalling rules will be abided by.
A speed limit of 5 miles per hour will be
enforced at all times.
All drivers will have the requisite training.
Correct PPE will be worn at all times.

Lifting loads Telehandler overturns, trapping the All Brighouse The telehandler will be operated on flat, 1 2 2 None
Lifting /Transporting operator or person nearby. Patent graded services and on the road to
Stones Overloading the TelehandlerSharp Walling minimise the risk of overturning.
edges and awkward shaped stones Employees Vehicles and pedestrians/workers will be
could cause cuts to hands and other clearly segregated.
contractors or A speed limit of 5 miles per hour will be
people on enforced at all times.
site. Moving with a raised load will be avoided at
all times.
All drivers will have the requisite training.
Correct PPE will be worn at all times.
Make sure
■ Gloves will be worn whilst lifting and
transporting stones

Inspection and A defective Telehandler could cause All Brighouse The Telehandler is inspected daily before it 1 3 3 None
MaintenanceMoving hazards which might lead to the Patent used. All operators are encouraged to
around site, often injury of the operator or people in the Walling report defects so that they can be rectified
uneven/ wet ground vicinity.Uneven or wet ground could Employees quickly.
easily cause slips and trips. and other The Telehandler undergoes a thorough
contractors or inspection annually.
people on
site. ■ All staff are responsible for ensuring they

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 have safe access to the walling area.

■ Correct footwear will be worn at all times

with good grip. Worn out boots will be
replaced as required

■ Area will be kept as clear as possible

with designated area for stacked stones.
Dressing Stone Chips from stones could get into the All Brighouse ■ safety glasses will be worn whilst 1 2 2 None
eyes or hit the face and cause cuts. Patent dressing stone
Stone dust could cause inhalation Walling
problems Employees ■ Dust mask will be worn when cutting
and other stone.
contractors or
people on
site.

Scoring System. Likelihood 1=Highly Unlikely through to 5=Very Likely to happen. Consequence 1= Very Minor accident requiring no first aid through to 5= Fatal Accident
RR = 1-5 Acceptable (no further action), 6-9 Ok to work but try to improve 10-16 Improve before starting work, 20 – 25 DO NOT undertake any work until extra controls put into place.

Working in adverse The sun could cause sunburn /skin All Brighouse ■ All employees and sub-contractorsstaff will 1 5 5 None
weather conditions. cancer if working for long periods outside. Patent Walling take frequent rest breaks in adverse weather.
Also the cold and wet weather could Employees and Protection from the sun /rain / cold can be
other contractors
cause serious health issues such as obtained by sitting in the van/vehicle.
or people on site.
hyperthermia.
■ On hot sunny days sun hats/caps will be worn
and sSun cream will be applied to protect the 2 2 4
skin.

■ In cold or wet weather correct protective PPE

will be worn at all times.
Dealing with Accidents Failure to get emergency help or issue All Brighouse ■ All employees and sub-contractors staff carry a 1 5 5 None
first aid could make any injury worse. Patent Walling mobile phone to get help if required.
Employees and
other contractors
■ First aid kit carried in all vans
or people on site.

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 Using Machinery All Brighouse ■ Any staff who operate the machinery will have 1 4 4 None
Patent Walling the correct training for such machinery.
Employees and
other contractors
■ If the machinery is broken or damaged in any
or people on site.
way it will not be used.

■ PPE will be worn at all times

■ Replacement blades for stone cutters will be

replaced as and when required and only by
trained staff.
Use of chemicals Cement, Lime and petrol are all handled All Brighouse ■ A Chemical assessment will be completed for 2 3 6 None
and used. These can cause contact Patent Walling each chemical used.
burns and in the case of petrol is highly Employees and
other contractors
flammable. ■ Overalls and gloves will be used when
or people on site.
handling cement and lime.

■ All chemicals will be stored correctly. Petrol will

be stored in a metal storage can designed to
hold petrol.
Scoring System. Likelihood 1=Highly Unlikely through to 5=Very Likely to happen. Consequence 1= Very Minor accident requiring no first aid through to 5= Fatal Accident
RR = 1-5 Acceptable (no further action), 6-9 Ok to work but try to improve 10-16 Improve before starting work, 20 – 25 DO NOT undertake any work until extra controls put into place

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3.Method3. Method Statement

HARD HAT, SAFETY BOOTS AND HIGH VISIBILITY JACKETS

MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES
 All personnel must be familiar with site safety rules, the traffic
management plan and accident procedures.
 After receiving instruction about works to be carried out, personnel will
proceed to the relevant work area.
 Personnel must refer to the risk assessment and ensure that all current
control measures are in place and continue to be in place for the duration
of the work task.
 Areas of work are to be kept clean and free from debris at all times both
during works and on completion of work tasks.
 On completion of work all tools and unused materials are to be returned to
the appropriate stores. The work area is to be left tidy and any waste
materials or debris placed into appropriate skips provided by BPWS.
 The area will be assessed to ensure a safe route to execute task is
possible.
 The correct PPE will be worn: high visibility jacket, steel toe capped boots,
hard hat, gloves, goggles and ear protection

The main hazards to your safety and health are;

a) Falling from height
b) Injury from incorrect Manual handling.
c) Injury from slips trips and falls.
d) Contact dermatitis from exposure to wet concrete and dust.
e) Disease from standing/stagnant water.
f) Injury from the incorrect actions of other contractors on site.
g) Injury to members of the public during operations.
h) Injury from machine hazards

Preventative Measures that must be taken;

a) Employees must be “competent” to carry out the task.
b) Employees must NOT carry out this task alone
c) Barriers erected at entrances and around the work area if deemed
necessary by the foreman to protect tenants.
d) Employees must not lift beyond your capabilities, get help if necessary.
e) Visitors and other members of staff are prohibited from entry unless
accompanied by competent person, all visitors issued with personal
protective equipment
f) You must read and be familiar with the Safety Data Sheets for any
COSHH that may be used these will contain information on first aid, fire
fighting, and accidental release measures.

Environmental Protection Measures you must take;

a) You must dispose of waste and spoil to the designated area or skip
provided for waste.

Quality Control;

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 a) Adhere strictly to the following procedure to ensure quality of service
b) If in doubt contact your manager for clarification before proceeding.
Arrival on Site
Ensure your vehicle is parked in the designated parking area for that
particular site where you are going to conduct your work activity and not
parked in an area which may cause a hazard to others.

Vehicular and Pedestrian Routes

Ensure you adhere to any advisory and mandatory signs indicating speed
limits for vehicles and designated routes on site also ensure as a
pedestrian you keep to any designated routes as indicated by the Principle
Contractor to reduce the risk of pedestrians impacting with vehicles and
items of plant machinery.

Personal Protective Equipment

Ensure that you are wearing the correct PPE; Hi-visibility waistcoats
Protective footwear Adequate Head Protection
Further requirements for PPE for the application of task on site, to be worn
as and when required; Gloves Dust Masks Safety Goggles

Work Area (General Precautions)

• The work area is to be free of other trades working in the immediate
area.
• All debris, rubbish & trip hazards are to be removed from the work area
prior to the work commencing.
• If other trades are working within the property they must be advised as to
the work activities you are about to commence.

Maintenance and replacement of personal Protective equipment

Every employee or self-employed person shall ensure that any personal
protective equipment provided to them is maintained (including replaced or
cleaned as appropriate) in an efficient state, in efficient working order and
in good repair that they have received adequate training with regards to
the use of any particular item of Personal Protective Equipment.
• Self employed persons are to ensure they purchase and maintain PPE in
line with the relevant risk assessments
• Employed persons are to ensure they look after and use any PPE
provided for them and report any defects etc to their supervisor
immediately.

Welfare Facilities
Operatives will use the welfare facilities provided by BPWS to include toilet
facilities and Mess Canteen, the canteen facilities will be used for all meal
breaks and no breaks will be held in the work area, on any other part of
the site nor in vehicles (Private or company owned)

On Completion of Works
All work areas are to be left in a clean condition and all aspects of safety
with regards to the immediate work area and conduct a visual inspection

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 by the operative to ensure that the edge protection is in place and that
there is no risk to injury to themselves or others as a direct result of a fall
from that area.
Ensure all other material which is used for your work is stored in a safe
and proper manner before departing from the property you are working in.
Report to the Site Manager on completion of the works and if required by
the site rules sign out before leaving

Work Method
 The site manager must ensure that the telehandler to be used has been
maintained and has a current report of thorough examination covering
both the machine and any attachments.
 The site manager must ensure that the operator has proof of competence,
which should include proof of training (CPCS card or similar), proof of
familiarisation on the telehandler to be used and adequate experience of
the task to be undertaken.
 The supervisor must carry out a toolbox talk before work starts covering
the task to be carried out, personnel involved, work area, risks, exclusion
zones and procedures.
 At the start of each day or shift the operator should carry out the pre-use
checks specified in the manufacture's operating instructions.
 Seat belts must be worn at all times.
 The telehandlers brake engine must be switched off and the brake applied
before the operator leaves the cab. The key must be removed before any
personnel approach the telehandler to secure loads etc the operator must
ensure that the telehandler is made safe i.e. brake applied and engine
switched off.
 The operator should plan the route and final destination of the load,
making sure the route is clear of all obstacles, that there are no width or
height issues with the load or telehandler and that the final destination is a
safe and suitable place for the load. If the route involves travelling or
working on slopes, the manufacturer's operator’s instructions should be
consulted before traversing gradients and cross slopes.
 Before lifting a load the operator should get out and inspect the load -
check for warning signs, centre of gravity, loose materials on the load or
anything anchoring the load.
 Before lifting the load the operator should check ground conditions to
make sure it is suitable for them to drive and use stabilisers on. Spreader
mats should be used if the ground conditions or weight of the load make it
necessary to do so.
 The operator should then lift the load approximately 150mm (6 inches) and
check the load position, weight and balance. The load should then be
secured, strapped down or fastened where necessary.
 Before setting off, the boom should be telescoped in as far as possible and
the load lowered as close to the ground as possible to increase stability
whilst travelling.
 If the load obscures the operator’s view when travelling, a banksman
should be used. A banksman should also be used when reversing.

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 Before placing the load in the final position the operator’s should check the
ground conditions.
 If the operator is unable to clearly see the load's final position, a qualified
banksman should be used to signal to the operator when landing the load.
 When lifting operation has been completed, the telehandler should be
stored in a safe place, on level ground where possible, with the handbrake
engaged, the boom and fork arms / handling attachment lowered to the
ground, the key removed and the cab locked. The key should be stored in
safe place and not left in machine.
 When using extension forks the safe working limit should be reduced as
the standard Rated Capacity chart will not give the correct information as it
is only applies to loads on standard length forks. Information on the
rated capacity of extended forks can be found in the manufacturer's
operating instructions.
 If the operator is unsure of any aspect of the lifting operation they must
immediately stop and consult their supervisor

There are a number of precautions that can reduce the risk of persons being
struck or the vehicle overturning. These are:

Visibility: Select telehandlers with the best view around them directly from the
driver position.

Rear visibility: Visibility to the rear may present a significant hazard. The
vehicle should be equipped with adequate aids so drivers can see areas
where people may be at risk. A signaller may be needed in some
circumstances.

Forward visibility: Similarly, when in operation with the boom raised and other
configurations, there may be a significant ‘blind spot’ to the front right-hand
side of the vehicle.

Ground conditions: Working on sloping, uneven or unstable ground can be

hazardous. Telehandlers normally require prepared, flat, graded surfaces to
operate safely. Even rough-terrain lift trucks have strict operational limits that
need to be observed.

Loading: Overloading can be prevented by selection of the correct vehicle and

good management. Moving with a raised load is dangerous and should be
avoided at all times.

Speed: a site speed limit should be established. Driving at excessive speed

around corners can cause the vehicle to overturn.

All personnel to wear appropriate PPE: hard hat, high visibility jacket

Training and competence

Drivers and pedestrians must be trained and competent regarding the

telehandler hazards and precautions:

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Drivers should be trained, competent and authorised to operate the specific
telehandler used. Training certificates from recognised schemes help
demonstrate competence and certificates should be checked for validity; and

Pedestrians should be instructed in safe pedestrian routes on site and the

procedure for making drivers aware of their presence.

All personnel will be sufficiently trained and have the relevant qualifications to
carry out the task at hand

Inspection and maintenance

A programme of daily visual checks, regular inspections and servicing

schedules should be established in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions and the risks associated with each vehicle.

Drivers should be encouraged to report defects or problems. Reported

problems should be put right quickly and the machine taken out of service if
the item is safety critical.

The method statement should include:

the load description;

checks before, during and after lifting;

information about pick up and delivery points;

sequence of operations;

an assessment of the ground – is it suitable for the lifting and travelling

operations?

any exclusion zones?

training for operator, banksman and signaller;

arrangements for adequate supervision of operations;

method for communicating safe method of work;

what are the arrangements for ensuring that telehandler is fit for purpose?
(Inspections, daily weekly and annually)

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4. Hazardous Material and Substances

Diesel oil Grease

5. Perseverance Mills site information

4. Work place access and egress

Access to and egress from the to site will be provided by the

BPWS.customer.

Access Access to aroundand egress from around the site will be assessed
before starting work to ensure it is safe.

5. Work place Lighting

Generally work is outside and natural light ist suitable to do the task.

6. Plant & Equipment

PPE
All PPE provided by BPWSrighouse Patent Walling will conform to the
relevant EN number and be fit for purpose.

Electrical Equipment- N/A

It is not anticipated electrical equipment will be required for this work.

Lifting Equipment – The Telehandler is inspected daily and undergoes a

thorough examination annually.
It is not anticipated that the job will require any form of load bearing
equipment.

General Equipment – N/A

The following Equipment will be used as part of the job

Cement Mixer
Stihl Saw

7. Personnel Training/ Certification

All personnel will be sufficiently trained and have the relevant qualifications to
carry out the task at hand
All Brighouse Patent Walling have CSCS cards

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All staff has had manual handling instruction.

8. Hazardous Material and Substances

Three hazards substances maybe used during the work. A chemical risk
assessment has been completed for each one.

Cement and lime

Gloves and protective clothing will be worn at all times when handling when
cement

Petrol
This will be stored in suitable metal containers. Petrol is only used to power
equipment listed above.

9. Waste Management

All waste generated will be removed off site by Brighouse Patent Walling
the sub-contractor unless it is agreed with the BPWS client that theirre
waste disposal system may be used.

10. Special Control Measures

It is not anticipated any special control measures are required.

711. Contact Details

Emergency Services
Fire/ Ambulance – 999 or 112 from mobile or landline

William Ibberson, Managing Director, BPWS Tel: 01484 712820

Company Owner
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12. Communication of Method Employee or Sub-contractor
StatementAgreement

Details below show that person involved with of the method statement and
understand their responsibilities within this document.

The method statement has been talked through with Brighouse Patent
Walling s staff and subcontractors.

I, the undersigned, have read and understood the risks involved in operating
the Telehandler and agree to abide by BPWS’s method statement. If I do
not work in line All employees or sub contractors who do not work to with this
method statement twhen doing work on behalf of Brighouse Patent Walling
masons I will be removed from site.

Employee Name (print) Signature Date

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