Horizontal Directional Boring Safe Work Method Statement

Horizontal Directional Boring Safe Work Method Statement

This Horizontal Directional Boring Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) covers hazards and controls associated with conducting horizontal underground boring.

This SWMS covers High-Risk Construction Work (HRCW) controls related to:

• Mobile plant movement
• Work in an area that may have a contaminated or flammable atmosphere
• Work carried out adjacent to a road, railway or shipping lane, traffic corridor

Additional controls are included for Electrical Equipment, Slips, Trips & Falls, Hazardous Substances, Hazardous Manual Tasks, Outdoor Work, Silica Dust & Environmental Considerations.

Horizontal Directional Drilling Risk Assessment

This SWMS contains a risk assessment matrix and controls to help you keep your project on track, while our detailed instructions make sure you stay safe every step of the way.

The easy-to-use format makes it simple to document your risk rating. So you can rest assured that your business is operating safely and in compliance with all applicable regulations.

Comes with a complimentary copy of the Legislation & Codes of Practice Reference List valued at $19.95

Job Steps Covered in Horizontal Directional Boring SWMS:

(includes potential hazards and control measures)

1. Provide Training on the Health Effects associated with Respirable Crystalline Silica Dust
2. Planning
3. Working Outdoors
4. Arrival On-site & Assess On-site Conditions
5. Work Area Set-up
6. Environment
7. Housekeeping
8. Manual Tasks
9. Conduct a Site Survey
10. Checking Maintenance Holes/Pit Safety
11. Delivery & Removal of Drill Rig
12. Drilling
13. Rig Maintenance On-site
14. Fuelling On-site
15. On Completion
16. Emergency Response