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METHOD OF

STATEMENT

FOR

FORMWORK
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Prepared Checked Approved

Rev. Date Purpose of Issue
By By By

0 12-09-2020 Issued for Approval Karim Abhinav Ammar

Hisham Jai Smaili
1 28-10-2020 Issued for Approval Karim Abhinav Ammar
Hisham Jai Smaili

Contents

1. Project Introduction:...........................................................................................................................3
2. Project Scope:......................................................................................................................................3
3. MOS Purpose:......................................................................................................................................3
4. MOS Scope:.........................................................................................................................................3
5. Definition :...........................................................................................................................................3
6. Responsibilities:...................................................................................................................................4
7. Resources:...........................................................................................................................................4
1. Equipment and Tools.......................................................................................................................4
2. Manpower.......................................................................................................................................5
3. Work Procedure:.............................................................................................................................5
8. Health & Safety Management Plan:.................................................................................................6
9. Work Schedule:................................................................................................................................7
10. Job Safe Practice Analysis :..........................................................................................................7
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1. Project Introduction:

The Red Sea development is a mega project along the Red Sea in the West of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
(The Red Sea Project). The strategic objective of the Project is to transform Umluj and Al Wajh regions into a
unique luxury tourist destination with a focus on the ecology and wellness for local and international visitors.

Metito Saudi limited has been awarded by the Red Sea development company to design, manufacture, supply,
construction, erection, testing and commission of 12,500 m3/d SWRO desalination plant comprising

of Seawater Intake, Media Filter, Seawater Reverse Osmosis and Brine disposal.

Metito Saudi Limited will maintain overall responsibility for the logistic plan throughout the construction and
erection phase of the plant.

2. Project Scope:

Project Scope of work is based on EPC contract to execute desalination plant of capacity 12,500 M3/day that
shall be executed in two phases likewise 1st phase - 3,000 M 3/d and 2nd phase - 12,500 M3/d.

Metito Scope of work included detailed civil construction & erection, engineering, manufacture, inspection,
supply installation, testing & commissioning, start up and performance test and will be responsible for design
& execution of electromechanical scope of work to deliver final product water output of 12,500 M 3/d.

3. MOS Purpose:

The purpose of this document is to lay down the systematic procedures for the various activities required for
FORM WORKS to ensure that all works are carried out in accordance with the approved shop drawings and
contract specification. Works shall be carried out in compliance with the drawings, project specifications,
and materials without injuries.

4. MOS Scope:

This Work Method Statement refer to various work procedures contained within project control documents ,
which explains and cover the installation of formwork.

5. Definition :

 PC Project Coordinator
 CM Construction Manager
 MS Method Statement
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 FM Checklist / Form
 RA Risk Assessment
 ITR Inspection & Testing Request
 QCP Quality Control Procedure
 ITL Independent Testing Laboratory
 QA / QC Quality Assurance / Quality Control
 HSE Health & Safety Engineer
 BS British Standard
 ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
 PTW Permit to Work

6. Responsibilities:

 Project Manager is responsible for overall project execution, quality and safety. Adopt a leading role
with respect to Contractor’s quality and safety procedures. The PM is responsible for the overall
implementation of this method statement. The Project Manager shall ensure that the key personnel
are well aware of the specifications and method statement.
 Safety Engineer shall be responsible for safe working environment & conditions. Coordinate with
Site Engineer to identify potential hazards before works and advice methods of safe working from
new developments.
 Surveyor shall be responsible for setting out for levels, layout, and lines & establish top levels.
Ensuring setting out books are properly maintained and filed when completed. To coordinate with
the CONSULTANT surveyor in determining coordinates, levels, and limits.
 QA/QC Engineer shall be responsible for ensuring that execution of works are complying with
approved method statement; specifications, approved shop drawings.
 Site Engineer shall ensure that all works are carried out according to approved shop drawings. He
shall direct the surveyor for the setting out lines & levels in concurrence from the Construction
Manager/Senior Civil Engineer.
 MEP Coordinator / Engineer shall be responsible for proper execution of MEP works involved
before, during and after the works.

7. Resources:

1. Equipment and Tools

The following equipment will be required for the execution of the Excavation works, whereby the number of
equipment required will be determined upon progress and upon schedule requirements:
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5.1 Nail gun

5.2 Trowel
5.3 Mason’s Hammer
5.4 Blocking chisel
5.5 Mashing hammer
5.6 Masonry power saw
5.7 Level bar
5.8 Mason’s line
5.9 Steel square
5.10 Brushes
5.11 Shovels
5.12 Powered mortar mixer
5.13 Electrical drills

2. Manpower

 Carpenter
 Foreman
 Site Engineer
 surveyor
 Safety Officers
 Labor

3. Work Procedure:

3.1 All material delivered to site shall be visually inspected for straightness, finish and defects prior to use.
3.2 Setting out shall be done by the surveyor prior to proceeding with formworks.
3.3 Each type of form work for the raft, column, beam and slab shall be erected as per approved shop
drawings.
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3.4 Prior to use formwork and supporting timber shall be checked for damage, surface condition and
warping.
3.5 Material shall be protected as necessary from the elements during transportation and storage.
3.6 Design calculation for slab system shall be performed and submitted to consultant for approval.
3.7 Certified and well trained manpower shall be deployed for all types of formwork erection.
3.8 Inspection shall be done by the supplier / third party prior to proceeding.
3.9 Care shall be taken to ensure that any formwork system is installed and supported correctly when
applied on site conditions may vary. Visual inspection shall be carried out by the construction
manager use for each element to ensure support provided is adequate for actual site condition. Every
leg of scaffolding should be checked for tightness, rigidity and proper bracing both ways.
3.10 Ensure that erected formwork is watertight to avoid any slurry leakage.
3.11 Ensure that sleeves and openings for all the MEP services are provided as per approved shop
drawings.
3.12 Form work shall be checked for the alignment, verticality and leveling prior to proceeding with
concrete pouring.
3.13 Inspection shall be raised for the CONSULTANT inspection and approvals before proceeding to
concrete pouring.
3.14 Striking of form work shall be in accordance with the specification tion of cast in place concrete

8. Health & Safety Management Plan:

Project specific HSE Plan covering all aspects of construction safety, environmental protection and urity
protection has been submitted to the Client for approval. This plan included:

 A dedicated Health and Safety team will be deployed to the site under the supervision of a Health and
Safety Engineer and Safety Officers. The project will be controlled as per the approved health and
Safety plan.
 It is Metito’s policy that every employee shall be provided with a healthy and safe environment in
which to work. To this end, every effort will be made and positive action taken at all times, by all
employees, to ensure healthy and safe working conditions at all company project work site and
facilities.
 The general philosophy is each person on site is responsible for safe working practice
 HSE team shall monitor, guide and train all employees’ to achieve a safe working environment by
implementing work rules to achieve these goals.
 Regular job safety analysis will be done
 Regular awareness programs will be conducted
 Special training programs
 Encourage communication from work force
 Encourage daily reminders by each supervisors
 Weekly surveillance of all rigging equipment and tools, site manpower distribution
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 Fire prevention program, identify hazardous areas, material and storage, establish
 Alarms response teams, regular checks on firefighting equipment, fire watcher’s
 Training and firefighting training.
 Daily tool box meetings for supervisory and non-supervisory work force.

9. Work Schedule:

Figure 6.1 – Schedule of construction works

10. Job Safe Practice Analysis :

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 Job/Task Title: Formwork

PPE: (Put all the specific PPE to be used in this task )
Job/Task Title: Fixation of Formwork
Tools and Equipment: (Put all the specific Tools & Equipment to be used in this task )

Job Safe Practices Analysis HAZARDS

IN EACH STEP, WHAT COULD CAUSE CONTROLS REQUIRED TO MINIMIZE / ELIMINATE HAZARD OBSERVATION
STEP LIST ALL STEPS IN PERFORMING INJURY, LOSS, DAMAGE INTERRUPTION,
No. THIS TASK OR POLLUTION?

1.
Pre-task briefing and inspection.
Briefing and Introduction
 Lack of communication
 TSTI/TBT
 Wrong information or details are
written in the PTW.
 All crew shall be given safety induction, before
 Other activities may not be cover
with the PTW. mobilizing to site.

 Does not aware of the risks  TSTI/TBT.

involved
 Unidentified or incomplete
hazards and risk information.
 A safe work practice shall be identified to reduce the
possibilities of accident/incident.
 Ensure that all required supporting documents shall be
available as per PTW requirements.
 All the required related documents as identified to be
attached in PTW shall be reviewed and evaluated by issuer
and receiver to ensure that all hazard and risk is identified
and complete.
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2.
Site preparation inspection of hand and electrical tools & materials
2.1 Perform physical inventory for all
the tools and equipment to be
used.
2.2 Selecting the most appropriate
tool and equipment for the job.
2.3 Check and inspect tools condition
prior to use. Look for any signs of
cracks, deformation, and any form
of damages.
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 Lack of PPE
 Insufficient Illumination in the
workplace.
 Unorganized or poor storage of
materials and tools.
 Area Congestion
 Poor housekeeping
 Incompetent assigned personnel.
 Struck with a sharp and hard object.
 Unorganized materials and access in
the workplace.
 Lack of experienced or new workers
assigned to do the task.
 Ergonomic hazard (poor body
positioning, repetitive movement).
 As a minimum PPE Use; Hard Hat, Safety Boots, Safety
Gloves, Safety Glasses, Cover all, Dust mask, Reflective
vests & Earplug
 If workers are used for compaction, proper foot protection
to be provided.
 Good lighting is provided to all workspaces and this is maintained
on a regular basis. Fluorescent tubes are checked & replaced as
required.
 Proper storage and segregation of all tools & materials must be
observed at all times.
 Storage racks must be properly labeled for easy identification.
 Storage areas must not be congested of materials. Space capacity
must be strictly observed.
 Good housekeeping must always be maintained in storage and
working areas to avoid slip, trip, and fall.
 Access must always be clear and free from any obstruction.
 Personnel must be competent/experienced to select appropriate
tools and equipment.
 Closed supervision by the engineer, supervisor or foreman must be
observed.
 Ensure that all workers are provided with required mandatory PPEs
such as Helmet, safety goggles, safety shoes.
 Access pathways to be kept clear from any obstruction.
 Any obstructions shall be moved and kept materials away from any
access. Keep work area free from loose tools and materials.
 Designated access shall be free from any obstruction.
 Only experienced and competent workers should engage in a job.
 Close supervision by the Engineer, Supervisor or Foreman must be
observed.
 Reposition a work table to eliminate a long/excessive reach and
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2.4 Verify tagging for tools and
equipment base from color code
matrix.
3.
Cutting and bending of steel reinforcement bars (Fabrication)
3.1 Check and inspect tools and
equipment condition prior to use.
Look for any signs of cracks,
deformation, and any form of
damages.
3.2 Reinforcement steel shall be
accurately fabricated to the
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 Sharp and protruding tools.
 Struck with a sharp and hard object.
 Defective tools and equipment.
 Inspection and maintenance not
done.
 Improper grounding of
cutting/bending machine.
 Damaged electrical cables around the
equipment.
 Unorganized materials and access.
 Area congestion.
 Operator misuse of cutting / bending
machine.
enable working in neutral postures.
 Establish systems so workers are rotated away from tasks to
minimize the duration of continual exertion, repetitive motions, and
awkward postures. Design a job rotation.
 Use appropriate hand protection to avoid hand and finger injuries.
 Ensure that all workers are provided with all the required Personal
protective equipment for minimum and general requirements.
 Close supervision required supervisor and foreman must be present
at the site.
 Ensure all tools are inspected properly and color code shall be
applied.
 Any defective tools found shall be removed from service, and
marked with a defective tag.
 The machine shall be inspected on a periodic basis and shall also be
visually inspected daily prior to each use.
 Daily inspection record should be readily available in the fabrication
area.
 Ensure proper grounding is provided and an electrical source is
protected with GFCI.
 Call the attention of certified electrician to replace damaged cables
and ensure that new cable was properly arranged & managed to
prevent tripping from the users.
 Remove unnecessary materials and equipment on the affected
areas.
 Designated access shall be free from any obstruction.
 Designate a location for unloading of materials and to be stored
only on a designated storage area.
 All materials location and storage shall be barricaded and provided
with adequate signage.
 Only trained workers on machine use shall be authorized to operate
and maintain the equipment.
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dimensions and shapes shown in
the Contract Documents.
3.3 Cutting and bending shall conform
to cut and bend dimensions as
defined within the standard using
the best appropriate cutting and
bending tool or equipment.
4.
Shifting of fabricated steel materials into the work area
4.1 Plan the lifting of materials from
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 Incompetent personnel / Lack of
training for cutting/bending machine
operation.
 Working without wearing appropriate
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
 Operator wearing loose clothing.
 Unured or loose machine guarding.
 Improper handling of steel rods
 Sharp and hard edges of the machine.
 Forceful movement, incorrect
posture, repetitive motion.
 High/Low Ambient Temperature.
 Poor planning to shift materials to the
 Workers should understand the purpose and function of all controls
on the machine, should know how to stop the equipment in an
emergency, and should be trained on the safety procedures for
special set-ups.
 Operators must have an ID, certificate, or attendance showing that
he attended training about operating and usage of the machine.
 Ensure that all workers are provided with required mandatory PPEs
such as Helmet, safety goggles, safety shoes.
 Workers shall not be allowed to use loose clothing.
 Ensure all guards are fitted, ure, and functional. Do not operate if
guards are missing or faulty.
 Use proper lifting methods, including team lifting when necessary.
 Lift with legs, keep loads close to the body, and don’t twist while
picking uploads.
 Use mechanical lifting equipment (hand carts, trucks) to move
large, awkward loads.
 Appropriate hand protection shall be worn properly.
 An adequate supply of cold drinking water provided to the work
area.
 Establish systems so workers are rotated away from tasks to
minimize the duration of continual exertion, repetitive motions, and
awkward postures. Design a job rotation
 Heat and humidity monitoring shall be conducted in frequent time
intervals and results shall be communicated to workers (heat stress
monitoring board or flag system).
 Heat stress procedure shall be developed and implemented.
 Keep supplies of clean cool water within the work area, taking time
to drink at least two glasses of water every hour.
 Take frequent rest breaks in the shade or Air conditioning.
 Ensure that the ongoing task was discussed or related in daily
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the fabrication shop to the
workplace.
4.2 Asking co-workers assistance to
shift the materials to the site.
4.3 Lifting the materials from the
ground to scaffold structure.
4.4 Carrying the materials heading to
the site.
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site.
 Lack of experienced or new workers
assigned to do the task.
 Miscommunication regarding the
assigned task.
 Workers having conflicting
roles/multiple assignments.
 Improper lifting of materials.
 Lifting light to moderate-heavy loads.
 Sharp and protruding objects
 Working without wearing appropriate
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
 Working without full body harness
having shock absorber.
 Improper manual handling
 Lifting light to moderate-heavy loads.
 Sharp objects
 Poor access in the workplace
toolbox meeting based from attached risk assessment.
 Follow the daily activity plan to ensure that only needed materials
will be a shift for the day.
 Only experienced and competent workers should engage in a job.
 Close supervision by the Engineer, Supervisor or Foreman must be
observed.
 Workers to discuss all site concerns directly to his foreman or
supervisor to avoid miscommunication of workers.
 Supervisor must ensure that workers know their roles and must
follow their instructions without any conflict from other activities.
 Ensure that all workers attended safety induction to make sure that
they understand their roles and responsibilities.
 Close supervision by the Engineer, Supervisor or Foreman must be
observed.
 Observe proper lifting techniques (get as close to the load as
possible. Try to keep your elbows and arms close to your body.
Keep your back straight during the lift by tightening the stomach
muscles, bending at the knees, keeping the load close and centered
in front of you, and looking up and ahead).
 Use proper lifting methods, including team lifting when necessary.
 Lift with legs, keep loads close to the body, and don’t twist while
picking uploads.
 Use mechanical lifting equipment (hand carts, trucks) to move
large, awkward loads.
 Ensure that all workers are having full body harness with two
lanyard.
 Appropriate hand protection shall be worn properly.
 Ensure that all workers are provided with required mandatory PPEs
such as Helmet, safety goggles , safety shoes.
 Observe proper handling techniques (do not twist or turn the body;
instead, move your feet to turn. Your hips, shoulders, toes, and
knees should stay facing the same direction).
 Use mechanical lifting equipment (hand carts, trucks) to move
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4.5 Unloading the materials into the
designated area at the site.
5.
Assembly and tying of steel reinforcement
5.1 Reinforcing steel shall be
accurately positioned as per
Contract Documents and
adequately supported and wired
together to prevent displacement.
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 Ergonomic hazard (excessive force,
repetitive movement).
 Improper manual handling
 Poor housekeeping in the workplace
 Struck with a sharp and hard object
 Area congestion
 Working without wearing appropriate
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
 Struck with the sharp and protruding
object.
 Ergonomic hazard ( poor body
positioning, repetitive movement).
 Extreme temperature
large, awkward loads.
 Appropriate hand protection shall be worn properly.
 Ensure that all workers are provided with required mandatory PPEs
such as Helmet , safety goggles , safety shoes.
 Maintain proper housekeeping and access to work area shall be
kept clear of any obstruction.
 Adequate ventilation and exhaust fan should be provided.
 Observe frequent breaks during adverse weather condition.
 Establish systems so workers are rotated away from tasks to
minimize the duration of continual exertion, repetitive motions, and
awkward postures. Design a job rotation.
 Observe proper handling techniques (set the load down in the same
way you picked it up but in the reverse order. Bend at the knees,
not the hips. Keep your head up, your stomach muscles tight, and
do not twist your body. Keep the load as close to the body as
possible. Wait until the load is ure to release your handhold).
 Provide material handling equipment for the transport of heavy and
large materials/equipment.
 Maintain proper housekeeping and access to the work area shall be
kept clear of any obstruction.
 Designate a location for unloading of materials and to be stored
only on a designated storage area.
 All materials location and storage shall be barricaded and provided
with adequate signage.
 Ensure that all workers are provided with required mandatory PPEs
such as Helmet, safety goggles , safety shoes.
 Remove unnecessary materials and equipment on the affected
areas.
 Ensure all protruding steel bars shall be provided with suitable
means of protection such as protective caps.
 Establish systems so workers are rotated away from tasks to
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5.2 All reinforcement steel shall be
supported or spaced off the forms
by concrete or metal supports.
5.3 Concretes which are placed on the
ground, supporting concrete
blocks shall be used, in sufficient
numbers to support the bars
without the settlement.
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 Fabricated hand tools used.
 Poor supervision
 The poor condition of tools use
 Working without wearing appropriate
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
 Struck with the sharp and protruding
object.
 Ergonomic hazard ( poor body
positioning, repetitive movement).
 Extreme temperature
 Fabricated hand tools used
 Incorrect manual handling/ lifting of
material.
 Improper manual handling.
 Lifting light to moderate-heavy loads.
 Sharp and protruding objects.
 Poor access in the workplace.
 Extreme temperature.
minimize the duration of continual exertion, repetitive motions, and
awkward postures. Design a job rotation.
 Observe frequent breaks during adverse weather condition.
 Observe “use the right tool” during the whole activity.
 Provide proper steel fixing hand tools.
 Improvised and fabricated hand tools shall not be used
 Supervisor and Foreman shall ensure that workers are provided
with proper hand tools.
 Only experienced and competent workers should engage in a job.
 Defective tools should be segregated and not to be used at the site.
 Ensure that all workers are provided with required mandatory PPEs
such as Helmet , safety goggles , safety shoes.
 Remove unnecessary materials and equipment on the affected
areas
 Ensure all protruding steel bars shall be provided with suitable
means of protection such as protective caps.
 Establish systems so workers are rotated away from tasks to
minimize the duration of continual exertion, repetitive motions, and
awkward postures. Design a job rotation.
 Observe frequent breaks during adverse weather condition.
 Observe “use the right tool” during the whole activity.
 Provide proper steel fixing hand tools.
 Improvised and fabricated hand tools shall not be used.
 Supervisor and Foreman shall ensure that workers are provided
with proper hand tools.
 Only 20 kg allowed lifting by an individual.
 Use a buddy system if load exceed.
 Keep hands away from pinch/crash points.
 Observe proper handling techniques (do not twist or turn the body;
instead, move your feet to turn. Your hips, shoulders, toes, and
knees should stay facing the same direction).
 Use mechanical lifting equipment (hand carts, trucks) to move
large, awkward loads.
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5.4 All concrete blocks used to space
reinforcement steel off vertical
formed surfaces shall be tied to
the steel with wire ties which are
embedded in the blocks.
5.5 Tie wires shall be bent away from
the forms in order to provide the
specified concrete coverage.
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 Ergonomic hazard ( excessive force,
repetitive movement).
 Struck with the sharp and protruding
object.
 Ergonomic hazard (poor body
positioning, repetitive movement).
 Extreme temperature.
 Fabricated hand tools used.
 Incorrect manual handling of
material.
 Sharp & protruding materials/
objects.
 Poor supervision.
 Appropriate hand protection shall be worn properly.
 Ensure all protruding steel bars shall be provided with suitable
means of protection such as protective caps.
 Maintain proper housekeeping and access to the work area shall be
kept clear of any obstruction.
 Adequate ventilation and exhaust fan should be provided.
 Observe frequent breaks during adverse weather condition.
 Establish systems so workers are rotated away from tasks to
minimize the duration of continual exertion, repetitive motions, and
awkward postures. Design a job rotation.
 Ensure all protruding steel bars shall be provided with suitable
means of protection such as protective caps.
 Appropriate hand protection shall be worn properly.
 Establish systems so workers are rotated away from tasks to
minimize the duration of continual exertion, repetitive motions, and
awkward postures. Design a job rotation.
 Observe frequent breaks during adverse weather condition.
 Observe “use the right tool” during the whole activity.
 Provide proper steel fixing hand tools.
 Improvised and fabricated hand tools shall not be used.
 Supervisor and Foreman shall ensure that workers are provided
with proper hand tools.
 Keep hands away from pinch/crash points.
 Ensure appropriate hand protection worn properly.
 Ensure all protruding steel bars shall be provided with suitable
means of protection such as protective caps.
 The location shall be barricaded and provided with adequate
signage to warn other workers about the hazard present in the
work area.
 Only experienced and competent workers should engage in a job.
 Close supervision by the Engineer, Supervisor or Foreman must be
observed.
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6.
Cutting of ply wooden materials for formworks
6.1 Forms shall be cut with respect to
the required shape, size and
conform to the established
alignment and grade.
6.2 Lay-out and mark the plywood
material prior to cutting.
6.3 Use the appropriate cutting tool or
equipment when cutting plywood
material.
 Exposure to outdoor weather.
 Wood particles from ejection during
the cutting operation.
 Contact with blades at point of
operation.
 Flying chips, wooden materials.
 Airborne dust
 Pinch point
 Excessive noise
 Improper manual handling
 Lifting light to moderate heavy load.
 Awkward posture
 An incompetent worker doing the
task.
 Electric shock
 Improper grounding
 Defective electrical equipment.
 All activities shall be stopped at high winds, EXTREME
TEMPERATURES & sandstorm.
 Cool drinking water must be present and accessible to all the
workers.
 Adjust work timing and exposure of the workers.
 Provide rest shelter with shade near to the workplace.
 Only trained personnel shall operate wood cutting machines.
 Ensure all guards are fitted, ured, and functional. Do not operate if
guards are missing or faulty.
 Allow the saw blade to obtain maximum speed before making a cut.
 Use a push stick to guide the timber through saw to prevent hand
injuries.
 The machine shall be switched off when making adjustments or
maintenance.
 Immediately switch off the machine when work completed.
 Always keep hands away from the rotating blades.
 Ensure machine is equipped with an emergency stop button and
must be operational.
 Suitable ear protection, eye protection respiratory shall be worn
properly.
 Observe proper lifting techniques.
 Use proper lifting methods, including team lifting when necessary.
 Lift with legs, keep loads close to the body, and don’t twist while
picking uploads.
 Appropriate hand protection shall be worn properly.
 Only experienced and competent workers should engage in a job.
 Close supervision by the Engineer, Supervisor or Foreman must be
observed.
 Ensure that the machine is equipped with an emergency stop
button that can quickly stop the machine in case of emergency.
 Frequent inspection of the machine to ensure it is in good working
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7.
Installation of formworks
7.1 Formwork frames should be
erected progressively to ensure
the installers’ safety and the
stability of the overall structure.
7.2 Braces should be attached to the
frames as soon as practicable and
designated access ways should be
indicated by using bunting or by
other means.
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Method Statement for Formwork
 Operator misuse
 Lack of training by the user
 Slip, Trip, Fall at the same level.
 Hot works (cutting of forms).
 Poor handling of materials
 Struck against sharp material during
movement / Impalement.
 Struck by the formwork panels
 Slip, Trip, Fall at the same level.
 Defective hand/power tools.
 Electric shock
 Flying particles and dust exposure.
condition.
 Ensure all electrical tools used are being inspected by a competent
electrician to make sure it is safe for use.
 Any defective items shall be removed out from service immediately.
 Electrical sources shall be equipped with GFCI protection.
 Only experienced and competent workers should engage in a job.
 All electrical cables shall be properly laid in a safe manner keeping
walkways clear of any obstruction.
 All electrical wires shall be of a double insulated material with a
suitable type of plugs. Avoid tapping bare wire into sockets.
 Provision of an adequate Fire extinguisher in the workplace.
 Remove or protect all the combustible/flammable materials in the
working area.
 Avoid excessive manual handling of heavy materials, use proper
lifting methods, including team lifting when necessary.
 Lift with legs, keep loads close to the body, and don’t twist while
picking uploads.
 Use mechanical lifting equipment (hand carts, trucks) to move
large, awkward loads.
 Appropriate hand protection shall be worn properly.
 Ensure all protruding shard object shall be guarded such as
protruding rebar to prevent impalement hazards.
 Necessary warning signs shall be posted barricades must be
provided.
 Ensure all electrical tools used are being inspected to ensure it is
safe for use.
 Any defective items shall be removed out from service immediately.
 Electrical sources shall be equipped with GFCI protection.
 All electrical cables shall be properly laid in a safe manner keeping
walkways clear of any obstruction.
 All electrical wires shall be of a double insulated material with a
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7.3 Ensure framing, including bracing,
is carried out in accordance with
on-site design documentation and
manufacturers’ instructions.
8.
Housekeeping (clearing the work area)
8.1 Prior to housekeep, wearing
personal protective equipment
such as safety gloves and mask
must be fulfilled by the personnel
involved.
8.2 Removal of tools, equipment and
other excesses/ unused materials
manually.
8.3 Disposing of waste to dedicated
waste bin/container.
8.4 Sweeping and cleaning the area.
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Method Statement for Formwork
 Site documents/design not available
in the project.
 Supervisor and workers receiving
little or no support to enable them to
effectively carry out their work.
 Supervisor and workers were stress
due to unnecessary work demands to
beat the deadline of the project.
 Inadequate PPE use
 Improper handling and storage of
materials.
 Presence of waste materials.
 Waste accumulation
 Awkward posture performing the
task.
suitable type of plugs. Avoid tapping bare wire into sockets.
 Ensure appropriate PPE is used during chipping and cleaning of
formworks as blowing dust and flying concrete particles may occur.
 Ensure that all drawings/designs, and documents available on site
were approved by the client.
 Close supervision by the Engineer, Supervisor or Foreman must be
observed.
 Full support from site management to ensure that the workforce is
performing efficiently and carries their job well.
 The project team must have proper planning for the entire task, this
would prevent stressing workers and avoid delays of the project
progress.
 Special personal protective equipment must be observed like
coverall clothing, rubber gloves, respiratory equipment, clear
goggles and etc.
 Tools and other materials should be properly stacked and arranged.
 Materials should be stored only in the designated area and in the
shaded area.
 Provide appropriate waste/trash container in the area.
 Proper disposal segregation of waste / used materials.
 Install appropriate notices and signage.
 Ensure awareness training provided to all affected employees with
correct body posture or body positioning before the actual activity.
 Conduct toolbox meeting to discuss all the hazard of the activity
 Close supervision by the Engineer, Supervisor or Foreman must be
observed.