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Specific Site Hazards and Controls

Working at Height
Before work starts, carry out a risk assessment. Plan for good access onto the site and proper standing areas for delivery
vehicles, ladders, cranes, mobile work platforms and tower scaffolds;

Guard rails, materials guards and other secure barriers should be provided whenever falls of 2m or more are possible.
They should be fixed to a structure and be strong enough to support any loads likely to be placed upon / against them.

Access permission Get written permission from the owner. Inform the owner when the work is complete and the site is
clear. Inform the owner of new hazards.

Programme work to ensure no one has to be beneath any works at height, avoiding the risk of them being injured by falling
tools & materials (workers or public);

Tower Erectors working directly from the frame: Make sure they wear a harness and lanyard which is connected to a
secure section (below). Beware of riggers being knocked off by steel being craned into position, climbing on structure with loose bolts, tools and materials falling on those below;

Do not allow access at height where there are no barriers (or stay within 2m of edge); Check system to ensure correct construction, stability and future access has been approved consult the structural
engineer if you have any concerns.

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Working at Height

Access Equipment

Check that all access equipment is in good condition, that whoever uses the equipment is trained
and knows the specific hazards of the job;

Ladders are designed as a means of access, not as a work-platform. Ensure the ladder is secure
and always apply the one in four angle rule.

Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) provide a convenient safe means of accessing work
locations. A competent operator is required. Safe access, ground conditions and overhead obstacles must be also be considered.

Scaffolding Must only be erected by a competent, reputable contractor. Any scaffold, platform and
associated parts should be inspected by a competent person. Safe access is required. Unauthorised access must be prevented.

Cranes etc with man-baskets must be fit for purpose and checked by an engineer. A safe system of
work and rescue procedure are required.

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Working at Height Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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All work at height requires the use of a hard hat by all on site. A tool-pouch on a belt and a rucksack for larger items are often required. Gloves are required when using a roped access system. N.B. Only suitable trained personnel should
be allowed to climb / use fall arrest systems. Rescue procedure?

Fall Arrest Systems Consist of a full body harness with a lanyard and carabena, through which a
rope is passed or an inertia cable is attached. Remember - harnesses do not prevent falls, they only minimise the risk of injury if there is a fall. A belt is not a harness!

With PPE the user should know why the equipment has to be worn and the hazards the equipment
protects against. Users should be supervised to make sure they are using the equipment properly.

All safety equipment should be thoroughly examined at least once every 12 months by a competent
person (the examination period may need to be shorter depending on the frequency of use or circumstances under which it is being used).

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Specific Hazards
Working at Height Secondary Hazards
Fragile roofs and features Work on fragile roofs should only be carried out by trained personnel. Even on secure roofs
there may be fragile roof lights etc. Check first. object. Always wear a hard hat. that may occur.

Items intruding into Head Space The most common head injuries are caused by striking the head against a protruding Trailing cables, cable trays and other obstacles at foot level Plan the sequence of work to avoid any tripping hazards Falling tools, equipment and materials There is a risk of items being dropped or dislodged. Enforce exclusion zones
and the use of tool pouches and rucksacks.

Electro Magnetic Fields (EMF) Warning notices should be in prominent positions near aerials. If these are not present
contact the owner of the equipment for advice.

Contact with Animals, Birds & Insects Any animal that presents a hazard should be reported to the supervisor. Sick or
dead birds should not be handled (report to Nokia Office). Avoid contact with all animal excrement. site controller should confirm safety via maintenance records. any emissions during working times.

Air Conditioning Units (ACU) Open water cooling tower type units that contain legionella bacteria can cause harm. The Chimneys, Exhaust, Flues These units can emit noxious, toxic or asphyxiating gases. Controls must be in place to stop

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Groundwork & Confined Spaces Checks must be made for buried services, contamination and potential for undermining foundations etc before breaking ground. Mark all services. Hand dig.

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Deeper excavations, those in unstable ground and spoil heaps must be supported. People and vehicles etc must be prevented from falling in (barriers & stop-blocks). Hazardous fumes should be kept away from excavations (generators, vehicles etc). Ensure that employees receive the necessary instructions relating to H&S. Make prior risk assessment and never go into confined spaces if working alone.
Moving Loads Plan in advance to avoid Manual Handling. Where it must be done use safe methods.

Ensure safe access, use suitable mechanical equipment and safe set-down points. Ensure that pedestrians are protected from moving vehicles and plant (separation or
banksman).
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No edge protection on stairs or landings or flat roof edge above.

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Simple belt (no harness). This would cause internal injuries in a fall. He may also slip out of it. (Notice it is new)

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Close to handover. Proprietary climbing cable system installed. Riggers on tower. However. Soc Classification level
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Stop blocks on proprietary climbing system lack spring-washers or double-bolts (lethal).

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Many structural and holding down bolts on this site were only finger tight.

Bolts too short. No thread showing. Likely Result

These examples represent a serious threat to life and to Nokias global reputation. Better supervision of work at critical stages would have avoided risk and a delayed handover. Base of poor mix and not level.
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Urgency is no excuse!

Earth cable half cut through at end and taped over due to lack of crimping tool.

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