Search results Structural Steel Frames Erection of Structures Structural Steel Frames Structural steelwork usually relies on another contractor to install holding down or locating bolts. The bolts should be loosened off immediately after compaction of the concrete by rotating them in their sleeves.... E16-structural-steel-frames Preparation Erection of Structures Precast concrete and consteel frame erection Preparation Accuracy and efficiency in erection depends very largely on correct preparation of the bases, which may be sockets into which the columns are set, or "bolt down" arrangements using... E16-preparation Handling Erection of Structures Timber frame construction Handling Manual handling within the construction industry gives rise to many serious injuries and this should be borne in mind when timber framed sections are to be handled. The site should be prepared so that... E16-handling Storage Of PPE Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Storage Where employees and workers are issued with protective clothing and items such as safety helmets and goggles, suitable arrangements must be made for their storage when not in use. Consideration should be given to providing... E17-storage-of-PPE Hand Protection Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Hand protection Manual dexterity is lost when the hands are cold, which can lead to accidents if articles are dropped. Suitable gloves keep the hands warm and supple and should be worn for handling operations in cold weather... E17-hand-protection Other Protective Clothing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Other protective clothing There are various other types of protective clothing which are applicable to the construction industry: Wet weather clothing: Jackets, trousers, leggings and one-piece suits made with PVC-coated... E17-other-protective-clothing Fall arrest systems Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Personal fall protection systems Fall arrest systems Fall arrest systems are used in many types of construction activities in addition to other methods of preventing falls from height The main reason for the use of fall arrest... E17-fall-arrest-systems Rescue Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Personal fall protection systems Rescue It is essential that there is a site specific rescue plan and resources in place at each worksite. The rescue plan should be regularly assessed, practiced and updated where necessary.... E17-rescue Introduction Mobile Plant and Site Transport Introduction This section addresses the safe management and operation of mobile plant and transport. (Transportation vehicles are defined as 'those used to carry persons or materials). Cranes, lift trucks and telescopic material... D5-introduction Principal Designer Mobile Plant and Site Transport Management Principal Designer Principal Designers should ensure that designers are analysing and reducing risks within their designs. This process should also ensure that designers co-operate with other designers involved with... D5-principal-designer 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77
