CPCCCM2010B Work safely at heights

1

Identify work area requirements.

1.1

Site of proposed work at heights is identified from relevant information.

1.2

Method of accessing work area is identified.

1.3

Tasks to be completed are identified from work orders and supervisor instructions.

1.4

Fall protection equipment is identified if required by site job workplace health and safety (WHS) analysis and statutory and regulatory requirements.

1.5

Approved methods of moving tools and equipment to work area are identified to minimise potential of falling objects, removal of scaffold components, inappropriate carrying of materials on ladders, and excessive bending or twisting in pass-up situations.

2

Access work area.

2.1

Fall protection equipment where required is correctly fitted, adjusted and anchored.

2.2

Arrangements are made to appropriately install required equipment taking account of all potential hazards.

2.3

Appropriate methods are used to access work area for self, tools and equipment, and materials.

2.4

Tools and materials are placed to eliminate or at least minimise the risk of items being knocked down.

3

Conduct work tasks.

3.1

3.2

Fall protection equipment is kept in place and adjusted appropriately to cater for movement during work.

3.3

Scaffold components and fall barriers are kept in place during work.

3.4

Egress from work area is completed following work site supervisor approved methods for self, tools, materials and environmental requirements.