Concrete Pumping Task Analysis
Company:
This form is designed to assist you in setting up safely for the work you are
about to undertake and provides a list of hazards that may be present on
your worksite.
TA Completed By:
You should always Eliminate (E) the risk of a hazard causing death, injury,
or illness if you can. Where this is not possible, you must Minimise (M) the
risk. There may be occasions where multiple controls are appropriate.
Contact Cell Ph:
Site Address/Ref:
Enter your work method in the space provided below then use this checklist
to identify any associated hazard/s. Brief everyone involved in the work
being undertaken, ensure the appropriate controls are in place to control
the risk/s, sign the form and submit as part of your job documentation.
Date:
Task Description:
Please contact HazardCo on 0800 555 339 if you require any assistance to
identify hazards or implement the required controls.
Ref Document:
Concrete Pumping Health and Safety Guidelines pulished Feb 2013
by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and the
Concrete Pumping Association of New Zealand
Job Start Checklist – to be completed prior to the commencement of any work
At Base
Yes
No
At Site
Yes
No
1. HazardCo Team Pack is in vehicle.
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1. Park in a safe place.
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2. Vehicle has a current WOF/COF, lights and tyres in
working condition.
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2. Ensure you wear your PPE/PPC and it is in good condition and appropriate for the
work to be undertaken i.e. overalls, boots, mask, gloves, eye, hearing and dust
protection.
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3. Minimum PPE/PPC available and in good condition.
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3. HazardCo Hazard Board set up in the vicinity of where work is being undertaken.
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4. All emergency equipment and materials required for
the work being undertaken loaded and secured.
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4. Ensure you are inducted onto site - liaise with any Site Manager/Contractor/Client
present to establish exactly what they are doing on site and any hazards associated
with their work. Conduct your own induction if alone on site. Ensure the Hazard
Board is updated and Emergency Plan is complete.
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5. All work documents for job in vehicle.
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5. Explain to Site Manager/Contractor/Client any hazards you are bringing to site or that
may be present as a result of your work (use HazardCo Client Induction Cards where
appropriate).
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Work Method Statement
Describe how you plan to carry out the work, using the example shown in the left hand column as a guide. Write your own method in the Work Method column on the right.
Work Method Example
1.
On Arrival complete Job Start Checklist on Task Analysis
2.
Complete / Review Task Analysis questionnaire and brief all workers on
hazards and required risk controls – sign off form.
3.
Warning and safety signage in place
4.
Set up concrete pump
5.
Set up outriggers
6.
Set up boom
7.
Place the Boom – ensure no encroachment on overhead lines
8.
Set up Receiving Hopper
9.
Set up an Operational Safety Zone including concrete delivery area
Our Work Method
10. Set up delivery pipeline
11. Carry out visual inspection of pipeline and pumping equipment and
complete written log
12. Confirm method of communication with all workers
13. Commence concrete pumping operations
14. Clean pipeline and equipment
15. Prepare for road travel - boom and outrigger recovery
16. Tidy up / depart site
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Hazard Identification & Risk Management (E & M) – General Hazards
Answer the following questions relevant to the
task you are doing (Tick “Yes” or “No”)
Yes
No
1.
Will you use any subcontractors?
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Visitors/Contractors
2.
Is the job in a residential area or near a
school ?
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Injury to public
3.
Will a toilet be available and is there
running water on site?
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Illness/Disease
4.
Will there be vehicles entering the site?
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Moving vehicles
5.
Are any electrical appliances to be used?
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Electricity in use
Hazard Identified
The following Risk Controls will be used for the identified
hazards (tick the risk controls you will be using)
 All Contractors to be inducted to site (M);
 Visitors to be escorted (M).
 Site to be fenced off (M);
 Hazard Boards and warning signage used (M);
 All visitors to be inducted to site (M).
 Toilets are available (M);
 Running water is available on site (M);
 Good hygiene practices to be maintained (M).
 Keep clear off all designated roadways (M);
 Hi-vis clothing to be worn (M);
 Speed limit to be enforced on site (M);
 Traffic management plan in place (M);
 Designated areas for vehicle parking and deliveries (M).
 RCDs to be used (M);
 Leads and appliances to be in good condition and checked before use
(M);
 RCDs, leads and appliances to be tagged and tested (M).
 All workers using tools to be competent or supervised by a competent
person (M);
 Tools to be checked in good condition before use, with guards in place
and leads tagged (M);
6.
Are hand and power tools to be used?
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Hand and Power tools
7.
Will there be any overhead work?
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Overhead work
 Equipment to be serviced regularly (M);
 Workers to keep clear of any moving parts (M);
 Appropriate PPE to be used (M);
 Tools to be used correctly (M).
 Tools are to be secured from falling (E);
 Visitors to be kept clear of any overhead work (M);
 The area under the work area to be isolated from workers (M).
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Hazard Identification & Risk Management (E & M) – General Concrete Pumping Hazards
Answer the following questions relevant to the
task you are doing (Tick “Yes” or “No”)
Yes
No
Hazard Identified
The following Risk Controls will be used for the identified
hazards. (tick the risk controls you will be using)
 Mechanical aids to be used to lift bulky equipment (E);
 Equipment and truck to be positioned as close as posible to the work area
1.
2.
3.
4.
Will you be handling or laying out items
such as timberpads, reducers, pipes and
hoses?
Will work be carried out in areas of
restricted access or cramped conditions
eg using hammers on clamps or flapper
box levers?
Could wind or oscilation due to pumping
cause the need to forcibly restrain the
hose?
Could blockages occur during concrete
pumping eg when first starting, restarting
after moving, when hopper is empty,
concrete is too stiff and when pump is
reversed?
(M);
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Manual handling /Slips & Trips
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Manual handling
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Manual handling
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Pipe or equipment blockages
 Walkways clear of debris, to be established around the site (M);
 Workers to keep clear of obstacles and debris (M);
 Non slip ramps to be provided for walking up inclines (M);
 Workers are trained in good manual handling techniques (M).
 Impact tools to be kept in good condition (M);
 Appropriate PPE such as eye protection to be worn (M);
 Work is to be conducted in the open where possible (M).
 Correct pump position & effective boom placement to be monitored (M);
 Work in high winds is to be avoided (E).
 Only competent pump operators to use equipment (M);
 Non essential workers to be kept clear of pumping operation (E);
 The end of the pump hose not to be enclosed by metal (M);
 The end hose length to be no longer than the manufacturers
recommendations (M).
 All workers on site to be competent or supervised by a competent person
(M);
5.
Will workers come in contact with wet
cement ?
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 Appropriate PPE to be worn: eg gloves, safety goggles (if splashes to the
Wet cement
face could occur), long clothing, waterproof footwear (M);
 Footwear/clothing to be immediately removed and skin washed with a
pH­neutral soap and water if direct contact with concrete occurs (M);
6.
Will there be any hazardous substances
on site?
e.g. paint, fuel, gas etc
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Hazardous substances
 If the symptoms of dermatitis appear, medical treatment to be sought (M).
 Correct storage, handling and disposal techniques (M);
 Licensed handlers used (M);
 Required PPE to be used (M);
 Hazardous Substance Register and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to be
available on site (M).
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Hazard Identification & Risk Management (E & M) – General Concrete Pumping Hazards
Answer the following questions relevant to the
task you are doing (Tick “Yes” or “No”)
Yes
No
Hazard Identified
7.
Is concrete pumping machinery likely to
create a noise hazard during operations?
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Noise
8.
Will you be setting up pumping
equipment in an enclosed or semi
enclosed area?
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Carbon Monoxide
The following Risk Controls will be used for the identified
hazards. (tick the risk controls you will be using)
 Noisy equipment to be substituted for less noisy equipment (E);
 Non essential persons or visitors kept clear (E);
 Hearing protection to be used at all times and noise levels monitored (M);
 Equipment set up in enclosed spaces to be avoided (M).
 Engine exhaust gases from pump and delivery trucks are to be directed to
the open air (M);
 An extraction/ventilation system and/or air­supplied breathing apparatus to
be used in confined areas (M).
 Pump to be set up on level ground clear of obsticles, excavations and
holes (M);
9.
Will you be setting up a concrete pump
independent of a vehicle?
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Falling / Toppling Equipment
 Pump to be set up clear of inadequately compacted or soft ground (M):
 Pump to be set up clear of cellars, basements, pits or back­filled ground,
unless stability is approved in writing by a qualified engineer (M):
 Outriggers to be used if fitted (M);
 An operational safety zone is to be established around pump (M);
 Warning and safety signage to be used (M).
 Fitted outriggers are to be used (M);
 Outriggers are to be fully extended, lowered and locked in position prior to
boom erected. (M);
10. Will you be using outriggers?
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Falling / Toppling Equipment
 An adequate packing and load bearing area is to be established for
stabilising pads (M);
 Stabilising pads are not to be soft timber (M);
 Regular inspections of the outrigger pads are to be conducted and
recorded to check for subsidence and loss of stability (M).
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Hazard Identification & Risk Management (E & M) – Concrete Pumping Set Up and Delivery Hazards
Answer the following questions relevant to the
task you are doing (Tick “Yes” or “No”)
Yes
No
Hazard Identified
The following Risk Controls will be used for the identified
hazards. (tick the risk controls you will be using)
 Boom placement is to be set up level or at no greater angle than
recommended by the manufacturer or specified in operators manual (M);
 Boom set up is to be clear of overhead lines and fixed electrical equipment
(DO NOT encroach within 4M) (M);
11. Will you be using a boom?
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Falling / Toppling Equipment
High Voltage
 Boom is not to be left extended in high winds (see manufacturers
instructions), or electrical storms (E);
 Boom is not to be used as a crane (E);
 Boom is not to be used to pump concrete with rams in tension (unless
designed for the purpose) (E);
 Boom is not to be raised, lowered or moved when insufficient light (M);
 Earth safety chain is to be deployed before operation (M).
 Lines company to de-energise high voltage lines prior to comencing work
(E);
12. Will there be any use of a concrete
pumping boom near overhead power
lines?
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High Voltage
 Lines company to Isolate high voltage lines using “tiger tails” or similar (M):
 Boom to be kept a minimum of 4M clear of high voltage lines unless
authorised by lines company (M):
 Spotter to be used while concrete boom is being moved (M);
 Boom to be moved by competent operator only (M).
 Hopper opening to be fitted with grill type safety guard (E);
 Guard to be in place prior to pumping (E);
 Guard to be constructed using parallel or mesh bars complying with AS
13. Will you be using a receiving hopper?
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Hopper moving parts
1418.15: Cranes (Including Hoists and Winches) – Concrete Placing
Equipment
 Guard to be connected to an interlock cut out switch designed to stop all
moving parts if guard is lifted (E);
 Non essential persons to be kept clear (M);
 Only competent operators to use equipment (M);
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Hazard Identification & Risk Management (E & M) – Concrete Pumping Set Up and Delivery Hazards
Answer the following questions relevant to the
task you are doing (Tick “Yes” or “No”)
Yes
No
Hazard Identified
The following Risk Controls will be used for the identified
hazards. (tick the risk controls you will be using)
 Access to areas around the concrete pump and delivery pipeline to be
restricted using barricades, safety mesh or danger tape (M);
14. Will you require a concrete delivery area?
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Moving vehicles and machinery
15. Will you be using an on site traffic
controller ?
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Moving vehicles and machinery
 Safety zone to be set up around delivery area and pump hopper (M);
 Adequate lighting to be provided for work in low light or at night (M);
 Appropriate warning signage to be put in place (M);
 A clear area for delivery trucks is to be established (M);
 Only one delivery truck to approach and discharge into hopper (M).
 Traffic controller and other workers to use high vis vests at all times (M);
 All concrete trucks to have operational reversing beepers (M);
 Traffic controller is to stay clear of hopper and reversing truck and remain
visiable to the driver at all times (M);
 Delivery drivers are to remain clear of discharge area until signalled to
reverse into position by Traffic Controller (M)
 Pipeline to be installed in accordance with manufacturers specifications
and AS 2550.15: Cranes – Safe use – Concrete placing equipment (M);
16. Will you be using a delivery pipeline?
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Concrete Pipeline
 All equipment to be inspected and servicable prior to installation (M);
 All equipment inspected and recorded prior to commencing concrete
pumping (M);
17. Could “hose whip” occur during
pumping operations?
 Only competent operators to use equipment (M).
 No metal fittings attached to the free end of the rubber delivery hose (M);
 Delivery hose inspected for wear or deterioration before use (M);
 Only concrete that is of a pumpable consistency is to be used (M);
 Concrete is not to be left to solidify in the line eg prevent blockages (M);
 Hose­hand is to communicate with the pump operator at a distance using
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Hose whip
hand signals (M);
 Only competent operators to operate the hose or supervised by competent
operator. (M);
 Concrete pump to be started slowly to minimise air getting into hose (M);
 Hose not to be stretched if it cannot reach the pouring location (M);
 Hose length not to exceed the manufacturer’s recommendations (M);
 Appropriate PPE to be worn at all times (M).
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Any additional hazards you identify for the work to be undertaken that are not listed, should be written in the “Additional Site Information” box.
Please contact HazardCo on 0800 555 339 if you have an accident on the worksite.
Additional Site Information / Hazards
PPE Required
Signage
Required
Safety Briefing Completed By:
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Signed:
Workers Receiving Safety Briefing:
Name:
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