3. CCTV Method Statement GN 3 (V1) February 2009

CCTVMethod Statements A basic guide to preparation Introduction The purpose of a method statement is to ensure that safety critical work is carried out in a particular sequence. There are few examples where their definitive requirements are laid down by statute or other regulatory standard. Where they do exist they are predominantly for high-risk activities such as licensed asbestos removal, demolition and steel erection. In these cases, not only is a method statement a legal requirement, but also its structure and format are clearly defined. The general principle is to ensure that a safe system of work applies to all work activities and as such a method statement is an ideal way to prove that the risks associated with a particular activity has been carefully considered and appropriate controls implemented. Format The actual format is dependent on the work being undertaken and the organisational arrangements in place but generally the following headings should be present: 1. Organisation/company in control of the operation 2. Named individual responsible for the activity and its safety 3. Name of method statement originator and authorisation date 4. Arrangements for changing/deviating from method statement 5. General description of activity 6. Location of activity including access and restrictions 7. General working environment considerations, e.g. temperature and wind speed 8. Protection of others, e.g. members of the public 9. Emergency procedures, including location of emergency equipment 10. Identity of operatives (and any specific training or certification required) 11. Requirements for Personal Protective Equipment 12. Plant and equipment used, including safety precautions and restrictions 13. Materials information e.g. hazard information and storage/transport requirements 14. Work sequence, including associated risks and required control measures for each stage. 15. Safety checks/clearances at specific stages 16. Final clearance that activity is completed to specification 17. Any other additional information that may be relevant Guidance Note GN 3 (V1) February 2009 Guidance Note GN 3 (V1) February 2009 . so long as it meets the four main objectives. It can be as simple or as detailed as the job/risk requires. identifiable and its source accountable It should contain the sequence of works It should identify the associated risks and control measures It should state actions/authorisation required to deviate from method statement Below is an example method statement for relatively low risk activities. However as a minimum it must achieve the following objectives:• • • • It should be up to date.CCTV The list above is not exhaustive and a method statement may or may not include each and every item. Planned Task/Activity Description: Installation of New CCTV Equipment at Existing Points Location and Access: (attached plan as appropriate) Located at right side of building. High Visibility Vests. Safety Footwear. remove and keep fuse and place warning sign 3. Transport Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) to location of camera 4. Any deviation must first be authorised by the Site Supervisor. Contact site representative on arrival and undertake induction 2. Cordon off immediate area with cones and safety tape 5. ensuring that safety harness is attached to anchor point and all equipment is attached to lanyards 6. Inspect cable tray for damage or uncoupling and either replace or reconnect cable try to the structure Guidance Note GN 3 (V1) February 2009 . Ensure that MEWP is level on ground and that outriggers are in place 7. Carefully manoeuvre MEWP to required height 8. Hard Hats. Isolate electrical circuit to existing CCTV camera at circuit protective device. Access via car park Working Environment & Restrictions: Exterior to main building in car park area Protection of others: Immediate area around camera to be cordoned of with cones and safety tape Emergency Procedures: Normal site evacuation procedure to apply Operatives/Competence: IPAF trained operatives in attendance Personal Protective Equipment: Safety Harness. It is to be strictly adhered to. Cordless Drill Materials Handling/Storage & Safety Information: All material stored in MEWP either secured by lanyards or placed in fixed containers Critical Stages: (must be undertaken in correct sequence) 1. Enter MEWP. Carefully remove existing cabling from old camera. Install new CCTV camera to bracket with new fixings and reattach pre-existing wiring 10. and remove camera from brackets by undoing fixings and place into fixed containers 9.CCTV Method Statement Contract Manager: Mr J Long Site Supervisor: Mr R Powell Originator: D Ward Position: Contracts Director Date:13/04/2006 This method statement is critical to the health and safety of the activity(ies) it relates to. Goggles Plant & Equipment: Mobile Elevating Work Platform. Return MEWP to ground level 12.S.CCTV 11. Final Clearance: (Work/Activity completed to satisfaction). Remove MEWP and safety cordon from location of CCTV camera 13. Re-energise circuit and undertake testing in accordance with B.E. Name Position: Date: Method Statement Guidance Note GN 3 (V1) February 2009 .7671 17th Edition I.E. Contact Site Representative and issue handover certificate. Wiring Regulations 14. CCTV Contract Manager: Site Supervisor: Originator: Position: Date: This method statement is critical to the health and safety of the activity(ies) it relates to. Planned Task/Activity Description: Location and Access: (attached plan as appropriate) Working Environment & Restrictions: Protection of others: Emergency Procedures: Operatives/Competence: Personal Protective Equipment: Plant & Equipment: Materials Handling/Storage & Safety Information: Critical Stages: (must be undertaken in correct sequence) Final Clearance: (Work/Activity completed to satisfaction). Any deviation must first be authorised by the Site Supervisor. It is to be strictly adhered to. Name Position: Date: Guidance Note GN 3 (V1) February 2009 .