Search results Uncertainty of Condition of Existing Structure Work Over Water General precautions Uncertainty of Condition of Existing Structure In coastal works or work on rivers with high tidal flows any uncertainty will be affected by the dynamic environment. Therefore, it is important to: Obtain 'as-built' drawings... E10-uncertainty-of-condition-of-existing-structure Ordnance Work Over Water General precautions Ordnance A significant amount of unexploded ordnance and explosives lies in the waters of the UK as well as other parts of the world. The ordnance has either been deliberately dumped in specific locations, or as a direct... E10-ordnance Safety Nets Work Over Water Other specific precautions Safety nets It is often better to use physical barriers rather than nets (see Safety Nets for more information). However, where used these should be properly secured and slung sufficiently far above high water... E10-safety-nets Barges Pontoons Unifloats etc. Work Over Water Other specific precautions Barges, Pontoons, Uni-floats etc Barges, pontoons, etc., used as working platforms, must be fit for purpose, properly constructed and sufficiently stable to avoid tipping. Hired equipment must be accompanied by a recent... E10-barges-pontoons-unifloats-etc. Site Tidiness Work Over Water Other specific precautions Site tidiness Site tidiness is key in minimising tripping hazards. Tools, ropes and other materials not in use should be stored away and rubbish should be cleared up promptly. Materials awaiting use should be stacked... E10-site-tidiness Means Of Access Work Over Water Other specific precautions Means of access The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations require the safe transport of any person conveyed by water to or from his place of work. Passenger-carrying craft must be appropriate for the amount... E10-means-of-access Diving Work Over Water Other specific precautions Diving Many operations associated with water require some work with divers. This is normally undertaken by a Sub Contractor and in these situations the Principal or Main Contractor must verify the competence of the... E10-diving References Work Over Water References Legislation particular to work over water Merchant Shipping Act (1995) The Diving at Work Regulations 1997 (DWR) Merchant Shipping and Maritime Security Act (1997) Merchant Shipping (Pollution) Act (2006) Health and Safety at... E10-references General Precautions Piling General precautions For all types of piling it is essential that a working surface designed to support the plant & equipment safely when working and moving, is provided. Failure of the Working Platform (piling mat) accounts for 30% of dangerous occurrences... E11-general-precautions Brick Block Saws Static Plant and Equipment Specific Items Bricks/block saws The brick saw has been used on construction sites for manyyears. It has a number of advantages over other methods, namely: A neat, straight, flat and accurate cut is achieved. Whilst cutting,... D3-brick-block-saws 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34
