Cable Hauling Safe Work Method Statement

Cable Hauling Safe Work Method Statement

This Cable Hauling Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) ensures the safety of all personnel involved in cable hauling activities, including work near roads and in pits or manholes. It outlines the hazards and controls necessary to maintain a safe work environment.

Job Steps Covered in Cable Hauling SWMS

1. Training: Ensures all personnel are trained on the hazards and safety measures associated with cable hauling.
2. Planning: Establishes a clear plan for the cable hauling process, ensuring all steps are well thought out and risks are mitigated.
3. Working Outdoors: Addresses the challenges and safety considerations of outdoor operations.
4. Arrival On-site & Assess On-site Conditions: Details the preliminary steps for site assessment upon arrival to ensure the site is safe and suitable for work.
5. Work Area Set-up: Provides guidelines for establishing a safe and efficient work area.
6. Environment: Identifies and mitigates environmental hazards to manage risks effectively.
7. Housekeeping: Outlines practices to maintain a clean and organised work environment.
8. Manual Tasks: Covers safe techniques for lifting and equipment handling.
9. Loading/Unloading Equipment, Cable & Materials: Details the safety measures for loading and unloading activities.
10. Working with Powered & Non-powered Tools: Provides guidelines for safely operating various tools.
11. Hazardous Substance/Chemical Use: Addresses the safe storage and handling of potentially dangerous chemicals.
12. Access Maintenance Hole/Pit: Details the procedures for safely accessing maintenance holes and pits.
13. Blowing Rope/Rod: Provides safety measures for blowing rope or rod through ducts.
14. Pulling Cable: Details the procedures and safety measures for pulling cable.
15. On Completion: Describes the steps for finalising the project and ensuring the site is safe.
16. Emergency Response: Outlines the emergency response procedures for incidents that may occur during cable hauling.

Key SWMS Features

• High-Risk Construction Work (HRCW) Controls: Covers critical areas such as mobile plant movement, work in contaminated or flammable atmospheres, and working adjacent to roads and in pits.
• Comprehensive Safety Measures: Includes controls for electrical equipment, elevated levels, slips, trips, falls, hazardous substances, hazardous manual tasks, outdoor work, silica dust, and environmental considerations.
• Environmental Management: Identifies and mitigates environmental hazards to minimise impact during cable hauling operations.

Each purchase of our SWMS comes with a complimentary copy of the Legislation & Codes of Practice Reference List, valued at $19.95. This valuable resource provides an up-to-date overview of relevant laws and standards, further supporting your compliance efforts.

Who is it Suitable for

• Telecommunications Companies: Ensures safe and compliant practices for cable hauling operations near roads and in pits or manholes.
• Utility Service Providers: Provides guidelines for managing safety and compliance aspects of cable installation and maintenance work.
• Construction Firms: Supports safe cable hauling practices within larger infrastructure projects.
• Site Supervisors and Managers: Assists in overseeing cable hauling operations, ensuring high safety standards are maintained.

Purchase the Cable Hauling SWMS now to safeguard your team and ensure comprehensive compliance with safety regulations.