CoP - 38.0 - Concrete Placing Equipment

Abu Dhabi EHSMS Regulatory
Framework
(AD EHSMS RF)
EHS Regulatory Instrument
Code of Practice
EHS RI - CoP 38.0 Concrete Placing

Equipment
Version 2.0
February 2012
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
With gratitude Abu Dhabi EHS Center acknowledges the great support provided by the Executive
Council in facilitating the issuance of Abu Dhabi Emirate Environment, Health and Safety
Management System (AD EHSMS) and its implementation at Emirate level.
The issuance of the system would not have been possible without the supervision, diligent efforts
and productive recommendations of the AD EHS Center Board of Directors.
These documents (Regulatory Instruments) constitute the efforts of the Abu Dhabi EHS Center
and the concerned Sector Regulatory Authorities who worked together to integrate all relevant
regulatory requirements under AD EHSMS RF. The input, contribution and constructive views of
all sectors is highly appreciated.
May these documents prove to be beneficial and helpful in system implementation and in
expanding the knowledge in the EHS field.
AD EHSMS RF Version 2.0 February 2012

CoP 38.0 Concrete Placing Equipment Page 2 of 19
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 6
2. Training and Competency.................................................................................................... 6
3. Requirements ...................................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Roles and Responsibilities ....................................................................................... 7
3.2 Planning and Assessment........................................................................................ 8
3.3 Planning and Preparation......................................................................................... 9
3.4 Documented Safe Systems of Work....................................................................... 10
3.5 Setting Up .............................................................................................................. 10
3.6 General Requirements ........................................................................................... 12
3.7 Equipment.............................................................................................................. 13
3.8 Deck Area Concreting ............................................................................................ 15
3.9 Preparation for Road Travel ................................................................................... 16
3.10 Inspection and Maintenance .................................................................................. 16
4. Record Keeping ................................................................................................................. 18
5. References ........................................................................................................................ 18

Preface
This Abu Dhabi EHS Regulatory Instrument was developed by the Building and Construction
Sector Regulatory Authority as the primary Competent Authority for this topic to set the minimum
mandatory requirements.
Every effort was made in developing this document so that it does not conflict with existing local
or federal laws and regulations. In case of conflict, requirements of the existing local and federal
laws and regulations shall prevail, and all concerned are obliged to bring the same to the
attention of AD EHS Center for resolution.
This AD EHS Regulatory Instrument has been developed, reviewed and approved, following the
process as described in AD EHSMS Implementation Guideline: The Integration of EHS
Requirements in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, by the following stakeholders:
Abu Dhabi EHS Higher Committee;
Abu Dhabi EHS Center;
Environment Agency Abu Dhabi;
Department of Municipal Affairs;
Abu Dhabi City Municipality;
Al Ain City Municipality;
Western Region Municipality;
Department of Transport Abu Dhabi;
Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Authority;
Health Authority - Abu Dhabi;
Higher Corporation for Specialized Economic Zones (ZonesCorp);
Center for Waste Management Abu Dhabi;
Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority;
Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority;
Abu Dhabi Education Council;
Regulation and Supervision Bureau; and
Other Relevant Federal and Local Competent Authorities.
The AD EHSMS consists of the following hierarchy of documents:

AD EHSMS RF Elements - Mandatory System Requirements
EHS Regulatory Instruments:

Standards and Guideline Values - Mandatory EHS threshold and exposure levels
Codes of Practice - Mandatory EHS technical requirements subject specific
Mechanisms - Mandatory system implementation processes and procedures

Guidelines:
Technical Guidelines - Non-mandatory guidance on how to implement an EHS Regulatory
Instrument
AD EHSMS Guidance Documents - Non-mandatory guidance and interpretation of an AD
EHSMS RF concept and/or principle
Further, this document is not intended to conflict with any contractual obligations in effect at the
time of its issuance. However, all future contracts shall adhere to applicable requirements stated
herein, and existing long term contracts shall be brought into compliance with its requirements as
soon as reasonably practicable as stipulated by relevant subject authorities.
This document will be reviewed periodically as part of the continual improvement cycle.

1. Introduction
(a) This Code of Practice (CoP) applies to all employers within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
This CoP is designed to incorporate requirements set by Abu Dhabi EHS Center and
Sector Regulatory Authorities in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
(b) This CoP establishes the requirements and standards so that the risks associated
with the use of concrete placing equipment are assessed, that control measures are
implemented in accordance with the hierarchy of controls and that control measures
are taken to prevent injury, illness and disease to persons who might be exposed to
risks arising from those activities.
(c) This CoP applies to the safe operation of all types of concrete pumps and associated
placing equipment used in pumping or spraying concrete.
(d) The pumping of concrete is an efficient method of moving and placing concrete. This
basic process is used in the manufacture of pre-cast and tilt-up panels, reinforced
concrete construction, slab construction, concrete paving and concrete spraying.
2. Training and Competency

(a) Employers shall ensure that EHS training complies with the requirements of:
(i) AD EHSMS RF Element 05 Training and Competency;

(ii) AD EHS RI Mechanism 7.0 AD EHS Professional Entity Registration; and
(iii) AD EHS RI Mechanism 8.0 AD EHS Practitioner Registration.
(b) In accordance with AD EHSMS RF Element 01 Roles, Responsibilities and Self-

Regulation Section 3.2.5 employers shall ensure employees required to implement
the requirements of this CoP are trained in the use of concrete placing equipment and
understand the risks associated with using the plant and the control measures put in
place by the employer.
(c) Employers shall ensure all employees involved in the concrete placing equipment and
activities trained to recognise and respond to hazards associated with this type of
work.
(d) Employers shall ensure that all personnel are trained to recognize the hazards of
working with wet concrete and the propensity of dermatitis.
(e) Employers shall ensure an overall training programme is planned for both employees
and supervisors, and shall include, but not limited to the:
(i) work method to be used in the setting-up and safe operation of concrete placing
booms and pumps;
(ii) method for inspection and maintenance and a knowledge of the manufacturers
operation and service manuals;
(iii) correct use, care and storage of personal protective equipment; and
(iv) correct use, care and storage of tools and equipment to be used, including
electrical safety practices.

(f) Employers shall maintain a record of the required training that contains the following
information:
(i) name and ID number;
(ii) Emirates ID number of the employee;
(iii) subject(s) of training;
(iv) dates(s) of training; and
(v) person(s) providing the training.
3. Requirements
3.1 Roles and Responsibilities
3.1.1 Employers
(a) Employers shall undertake their roles and responsibilities in accordance with the
general requirements of AD EHSMS RF Element 01 Roles, Responsibilities and
Self-Regulation Section 3.2.5.
(b) Employers shall undertake their specific roles and responsibilities in accordance with
the following:
(i) concrete pumping work is appropriately planned, organised and appropriately
supervised;
(ii) those involved in concrete pumping and the equipment are trained and
competent;
(iii) the location / site where concrete pumping work is undertaken is as safe as
reasonably practicable;
(iv) concrete placing equipment is appropriately maintained and inspected; and
(v) where an employer is to use concrete placing equipment from another entity the
employer shall ensure that the equipment is inspected by competent person and
declared safe and appropriate for use.
3.1.2 Principal Contractors
(a) In the case of the Building and Construction Sector, Principal Contractors shall
undertake their roles and responsibilities in accordance with the general requirements
of AD EHS RI CoP 53.0 EHS Management During Construction Work.
(b) Principal Contractors shall undertake their specific roles and responsibilities in
accordance with the following:
(i) ensure that contractors have been informed of all available descriptions of the
site, including design drawings, site surveys, plans of services and information
on the nature and location of hazardous materials, the nature of building
materials and the building or structures relationship to surrounding properties;
(ii) all relevant authorities and utility service providers are notified and all necessary
approvals are obtained before work commences; and
(iii) the workplace is secured to prevent unauthorised access.
3.1.3 Employees
(a) Employees shall undertake their roles and responsibilities in accordance with the
general requirements of AD EHSMS RF Element 01 Roles, Responsibilities and
Self-Regulation Section 3.2.7.
(b) Employees shall undertake their specific roles and responsibilities in accordance with
the following:
(i) following information provided by the employer regarding concrete placing
equipment use;
(ii) observing the concrete placing equipment safe work practices and other control
measures implemented by the employer, including the observation of warning
signs; and
(iii) following procedures for inspection and maintenance of concrete pumping
equipment.
3.2 Planning and Assessment
3.2.1 General Requirements
(a) Employers shall ensure the following:

(i) an assessment of the various risks is undertaken and systems of work are
established, which are safe to all parties involved or affected including the
public;
(ii) effective control measures are in place, which are implemented in order to
manage activities safely and without risk to health;
(iii) that for the Building and Construction Sector the management of concrete
placing equipment requirements are included in the Pre-Tender Environment,
Health and Safety Plan in accordance with AD EHS RI CoP 53.0 EHS
Management During Construction Work; and
(iv) that associated safe systems of work, and site rules are included in the
Environment, Health and Safety Construction Management Plan (EHS-CMP) in
the case of the Building and Construction Sector in accordance with AD EHS RI
CoP 53.0 EHS Management During Construction Work.
3.2.2 Risk Assessment
(a) Employers shall ensure that prior to the undertaking of concrete pumping operations a
risk assessment is conducted to ensure the selection of appropriate control measures.
Refer to AD EHSMS RF Element 02 Risk Management.
(b) Employers shall ensure the risk assessment considers the following general hazards
and manual handling risks associated with the use of concrete placing which may
include:
(i) the movement of concrete placing equipment and concrete pipe lines around the
site;
(ii) access to difficult to reach areas where the concrete pipeline may be required to
reach;

(iii) access to the pour area through the site and the use of access equipment and
scaffolding;
(iv) space restrictions when running the concrete pipe line and making connections
in difficult to reach areas;
(v) positioning of the concrete pump and placement boom with regards to the
structural integrity of the means of fixing;
(vi) recoil from the flexible concrete placing pipe line used by employees when
concrete is being pumped;
(vii) the effects of high winds on concrete placing booms especially when located in
open and exposed areas;
(viii) the high pressures involved in concrete placing equipment and the
consequences of pipe or placing boom deterioration through internal friction and
abrasion;
(ix) manual handling risks associated with moving pipes, clamps and other
associated equipment; and
(x) health hazards of working with wet concrete.
3.3 Planning and Preparation
(a) When planning for concrete pumping and concrete placing works on site the employer
shall consider such factors as:
(i) the most appropriate method of pumping concrete to the pour area;
(ii) location of the concrete pump in the most favourable position to pump concrete;
(iii) level area of ground with a firm base that is capable of supporting the pump unit;
(iv) clear access to the pump unit for concrete trucks;
(v) the capacity and type of pump to be used to complete the job satisfactorily;
(vi) safe and unobstructed access for the general public if the pump unit is set up in
the street;
(vii) provision of pedestrian ramps if the pump line has to cross the footpath;
(viii) approval of the formwork structure and suitability in accordance with AD EHS RI
CoP 40.0 Falsework (Formwork);
(ix) time schedule assessment to complete the work prior to commencing a major
pour which allows for:
1) weather;
2) accessibility;
3) volume of concrete;
4) concrete supply factors;
5) slab limitations; and
6) restricted work times.

(x) provision of personal protective equipment, in line with the requirements of AD
EHS RI CoP 2.0 Personal Protective Equipment, and other safety
equipment;
(xi) provision of safe access for employees to the pour area including elimination of
trip and slip hazards wherever reasonably practicable; and
(xii) existence of overhead power cables if using a truck mounted concrete placing
boom.
(b) Employers shall ensure truck mounted concrete placing booms are equipped with all
necessary safety equipment, including:
(i) stocked first aid kit (shall include eye wash and barrier creams);
(ii) charged and current fire extinguisher; and
(iii) appropriate number of reflective traffic cones (minimum 450mm high).
(c) Employers shall provide additional safety equipment if the pump is set-up on or near a
roadway and may include:
(i) pedestrian warning and diversion signs;
(ii) vehicle traffic warning signs; and
(iii) traffic management equipment.
3.4 Documented Safe Systems of Work
(a) In accordance with AD EHSMS RF Element 01 Roles, Responsibilities and Self-

Regulation Section 3.2.5 employers shall ensure documented safe systems of work
are developed and implemented and include reference to any instruction manuals
supplied with the pump unit and boom, giving comprehensive instructions for
operation.
3.5 Setting Up
3.5.1 Setting-Up on Site
(a) When setting-up on site employers shall ensure:

(i) the area around the concrete pump shall be level, solid and free from
obstructions;
(ii) the pump is not being positioned over or adjacent to:
1) previously disturbed ground that has been back-filled;
2) excavations, trenches or holes in the ground;
3) cellars, basements or pits; or
4) inadequately compacted or soft ground.
(iii) if outriggers are used, baseplates shall be provided to ensure outriggers do not
subside;
(iv) regular checks are conducted on the outriggers to ensure stability; and
(v) the outriggers pads are clear of excavations, soft or filled ground, or other
obstacles liable to interfere with the safe operation of the machine. If the ground
is not firm or is near an excavation the employer shall ensure that the bearing
pressure of the ground is not exceeded by the pressure of the foot of any
outrigger.
(b) Employers shall ensure precautions are taken when a concrete pump is used in the
vicinity of an excavation due to the weight of the concrete pump and the load which
can affect the stability of the excavation wall and cause a slip to occur which may lead
to the concrete pump overturning.
(c) Employers shall ensure unauthorised persons are kept away from the immediate area
of the concrete pump with the use of appropriate barriers or guardrails.
(d) Employers shall ensure concrete delivery trucks shall have clear and safe access to
approach and leave the receiving hopper of the pump and if more than one truck is
required to approach the receiving hopper at any one time, a spotter or traffic
controller shall be on hand to safely direct the movement of the trucks.
3.5.2 Setting-Up Near Power Lines or Electrical Equipment
(a) Employers shall ensure the when setting up near overhead power lines the electricity
authority is consulted to determine minimum safe distance requirements, as per the
requirements of AD EHS RI CoP 15.0 Electrical Safety and CoP 39 Overhead
and Underground Services.
(b) Employers shall ensure swinging of the overhead power lines and of the placing boom
in the wind shall also be taken into account when setting distances from power lines.
(c) All overhead power lines or electrical conductors shall be considered LIVE unless they
are positively identified to be isolated from all sources of the power supply. A
certificate issued by the electricity authority shall be issued indicating that all power
lines and electrical conductors have been de-energised.
3.5.3 Setting-Up in a Public Place
(a) When setting-up a concrete pump in a street, roadway or other public place
employers shall ensure:
(i) protective screens shall be erected or fitted around the concrete pump area to
prevent concrete being splashed on the public;
(ii) a close fitting mesh shall be fitted to the concrete pump hopper to prevent
concrete splash;
(iii) a sign stating "concrete pump being used" or "concrete pump in operation" is
posted in a language that is easily understood by those passing by; and
(iv) provision of an access ramp for the public when a concrete line crosses over the
footpath. The ramp shall:
1) be stable and of solid construction and capable of performing the purpose it
was designed for;
2) not create a trip hazard at the leading edge of the ramp;
3) have a height to length ratio of no more than 1:12 from the highest point to
the end of the ramp;

4) be easily negotiable by wheelchair;
5) be provided with a non-slip surface even when wet;
6) extend across the width of the footpath;
7) be fitted with handrails and toe boards at an appropriate height for both
adults and small children and follow the contour of the ramp;
8) have appropriate lighting to ensure the area is appropriately illuminated at all
times; and
9) have pump pipes that are removable for inspection and cleaning.
3.6 General Requirements
3.6.1 Operational Safety Zone
(a) Employers shall ensure access to areas around the concrete pump and delivery
pipeline are restricted; the use of one or more of the following control measures shall
be considered:
(i) covered walkways;
(ii) mesh fence panels;
(iii) fixed barricades;
(iv) cones and tape or flags; or
(v) appropriate signage.
(b) Employers shall ensure where the concrete pumping or pipeline set-up is for a project
with a longer time duration the isolation methods shall be of a more permanent nature.
3.6.2 Traffic Control

(i) that pedestrians on or off the site are not at risk from trucks delivering concrete
to the pump by nominating a person whose duties shall be to control the traffic;
and
(ii) this person shall wear the appropriate personal protective equipment including a
high visibility jacket or tabard.
3.6.3 Fumes

(i) that an appropriate level of ventilation is maintained to prevent the build-up of
exhaust gases; and
(ii) where a concrete pump is located in an enclosed or confined area where there
is a likelihood of build-up of gases from internal combustion engines,
precautions are to be taken to direct the gases to the open air.

3.6.4 Occupational Noise

(i) the noise levels from machinery or equipment during pumping operations shall
not be a risk to hearing or health in accordance with the requirements contained
in AD EHS RI CoP 3.0 Occupational Noise and CoP 3.1 Vibration;
(ii) appropriate hearing protection equipment is provided to all employees in the
vicinity of the concrete pump and other associated equipment if the noise is in
excess of the noise exposure limits; and
(iii) hearing protection zones are set up and clearly indicated with safety signs to
ensure that all employees working in areas where the noise levels are in excess
of the limits set in AD EHS RI CoP 3.0 Occupational Noise and CoP 3.1
Vibration wear hearing protection.
3.6.5 Occupational Health
(a) Employers shall ensure that all staff that work with wet concrete are fully aware of the
hazards and the propensity of dermatitis.
(b) Employers shall develop an occupational health program to undertake regular

occupational screening and monitoring for employees working with wet concrete.
3.6.6 Residue Collection
(a) Where a permanent or semi-permanent concrete pumping set-up has been

established on site or where a concrete pump is set-up in a roadway or public place
employers shall ensure a method to collect concrete residue is put in place. All
necessary precautions shall be taken to prevent wash-down residue from the clean-up
of concrete pumping operations finding its way into surface or storm-water drains, this
also includes concrete delivery trucks.
3.7 Equipment
3.7.1 Water and Air Lines
(a) Employers shall ensure where compressed air and water lines are supplied on site for
use with the concrete pump they shall be positioned to avoid damage to the lines and
shall as far as reasonably practicable be kept well clear of any public place.
3.7.2 Pump Gauges

(i) the gauges fitted to the concrete pump are accurate and of a size and style that
are easy to read; and
(ii) the instruments are to be checked on a regular basis and the results recorded in
the concrete pumps log book.

3.7.3 Concrete Pipelines

(i) when laying a pipeline avoid the use of unnecessary bends;
(ii) horizontal pipelines are to be appropriately supported;
(iii) each section of pipe in a vertical pipeline is supported to avoid extra load on the
pipe clamp;
(iv) the right angle (90 degree) bend where the concrete pipeline changes from a
horizontal to a vertical plane shall be equipped with a leg sitting firmly on the
ground; and
(v) vertical pipelines are mechanically secured to the building.
3.7.4 Pipe Clamps
(a) Employers shall ensure when using quick release pipe clamps that each clamp is
locked using the locking pin to prevent accidental release.
3.7.5 Anchor Brackets
(a) Employers shall ensure that enough anchor brackets and tie-downs are used to
appropriately secure the system.
(b) On a vertical (riser) pipeline, brackets shall be mechanically fixed to the wall or to the
edge of each floor slab at no more than 3 metres intervals.
3.7.6 Delivery Hose

(i) the rubber delivery hose is checked for damage prior to being fitted;
(ii) If used on a concrete placing boom or concrete skip where it may pass vertically
over either employees or the public it shall be fitted with an appropriate stop cap
at the outlet end;
(iii) control measures are taken to prevent damage to the hose during use; and
(iv) the delivery hose on a boom pump is secured in position by a safety chain, sling
or other retaining device in accordance with the manufacturers specifications.
3.7.7 Pipe Movement
(a) Employers shall ensure that appropriate mechanical fixings are provided along the
pipeline to control the surging action created as concrete is pumped through the
pipeline, special attention shall be given at bends and elbows.
3.7.8 Receiving Hopper

(i) the receiving hopper is positioned securely so that it can receive concrete flow
readily from the discharge chute of a concrete delivery truck;
(ii) a hinged grill is provided to prevent access to dangerous moving parts such as
feed or agitator mechanisms and the value gear. The grill shall be constructed of
parallel bars, spaced so that it is not reasonably practicable for a persons hand
to become trapped; and
(iii) the spacing of the grill parallel bars shall not exceed 70mm and the distance
from the grill to moving parts shall be at least 150mm.
3.7.9 Line Cleaning

(i) line cleaning is carried out by experienced and trained pumping personnel;
(ii) there is always a connection to atmosphere (air relief valve) as well as the air
entry point to the pipeline. This connection is to allow the system to be
depressurised before removing any pipeline; and
(iii) where a cleaning ball is used and blown through the concrete pipeline an
appropriate ball catcher shall be used at the end of the line and the area shall be
cleared of all unnecessary personnel.
3.7.10 Pump Cleaning

(i) before a person places any part of their body into a pump opening that the
engine is shut down and the controls actuated to exhaust any hydraulic
accumulators which can allow the elements to move or rotate with the engine
stopped;
(ii) when cleaning that another person is in the immediate vicinity to provide
assistance if required; and
(iii) ensure isolation in accordance with AD EHS RI CoP 24.0 Lock-out /Tag-out
(Isolation).
3.8 Deck Area Concreting
(a) Employers shall ensure the following safety precautions are adopted for deck area
concreting:
(i) perimeter guardrails or safety screens shall be securely in place. Where
guardrails are used the top rail shall be fixed a minimum of 950mm above the
finished concrete slab level;
(ii) enable appropriate access for those carrying equipment to the pour area. These
walkways can consist of scaffold planks placed at least two planks wide which
can be moved back as the pour progresses;
(iii) a confined area such as slip-form or jump-form can present a fume or fire hazard
during a pour and electric powered vibrating machines shall be used rather than
petrol driven machines. Fire extinguishers shall be on hand in the immediate
work area where petrol machines are in use; and
(iv) workplaces and access to workplaces where a concrete pour is being carried out
shall be appropriately lit, in accordance with AD EHS RI CoP 8.0 General
Workplace Amenities.
3.9 Preparation for Road Travel
(a) Employers shall ensure the manufacturers requirements are followed and include:
(i) lock hydraulic operated booms and outriggers in the stowed or travelling
position;
(ii) stow all loose components, such as pipes, couplings and tools; and
(iii) disengage all drives to hydraulic pumps for operating the concrete pump, boom
and outriggers and put the controls in the OFF position.
3.10 Inspection and Maintenance
3.10.1 General Requirements
(a) Employers shall ensure a maintenance and inspection program is developed which
shall include provisions for:
(i) pre-operational checks and tests;
(ii) routine inspection and maintenance at specified time intervals;
(iii) recording in the logbook and maintenance records all:
1) inspections and maintenance;
2) defects found and repairs undertaken; and
3) structural alterations.
(b) Employers shall ensure appropriate control measures are implemented for the
inspection and maintenance of concrete pumps and booms to ensure they remain in a
safe condition.
(c) Manufacturers requirements shall be followed with regards to daily checks. Any
repairs or replacements shall be in accordance with the manufacturers
recommendations.
(d) Only trained and competent personnel shall carry out inspections, repairs or
replacement.
(e) All pipeline, including reducers, bends, hose and couplings shall be inspected monthly
and a record of the inspection shall be maintained.
(f) Periodic ultrasonic testing for metal parts and areas reasonably foreseeable to be
subjected to wear shall be carried out based on concrete flow volumes through each
section of pipeline, reducer or bend.
(g) Records of the pipeline inspection shall be kept in the log book or on site in the case
of fixed pipeline installation.
(h) Concrete placing booms and pumps and all other associated equipment, except
pipelines, shall be thoroughly examined once a year by a competent person and the
results entered in the log book. This is in addition to the daily visual checks and
inspections by the operator prior to the equipment being used.

(i) In the case of concrete placing booms there shall be a thorough check of all areas of
potential wear or fatigue at least every 6 years. This inspection shall include but not
be limited to:
(i) the complete stripping and inspection of the slew ring or king post assembly;
(ii) the replacement of the slew ring bolts;
(iii) magnetic particle, dye penetration or radiographic checking of all critical areas
for cracking;
(iv) ultrasonic thickness testing of any wear areas or corroded sections; and
(v) detailed inspection of all arm joints including bearings, bushes, pins, links.
3.10.2 Welding
(a) Employers shall ensure that only person(s) authorized by the boom manufacturer
shall perform welding work on the placing boom, the outrigger system or other
stressed structural components that are related to the placing booms stability or
structural integrity.
3.10.3 Reporting Defects
(a) The concrete pump operator shall report defects without delay. If a defect is
considered to be a hazard to safety, pumping operations shall be stopped until the
defect is repaired. The repairs shall be recorded in the log book.
3.10.4 Log Books and Inspection Check Sheets

(i) a log book is maintained that sets out the complete details of all inspections,
tests, repairs and modifications carried out on equipment;
(ii) evidence is available to prove that plant has been competently inspected and is
in a safe working condition before the plant is allowed on site; and
(iii) no machine shall operate without having an up-to-date log book available for
inspection at the workplace.
3.10.5 Pipe Identification
(a) Employers shall ensure pipes, bends and reducers are identified with a permanently
fixed metal tag with numbers not less than 10mm in height.
3.10.6 Pipe Ends and Hose Tails
(a) Employers shall ensure all pipes ends and hose tails are regularly inspected by a
competent person.

3.10.7 Couplings
(a) Employers shall ensure all couplings are regularly inspected by a competent person
for signs of wear and fatigue and couplings showing deformation or damage that
affect the efficiency of the coupling action shall be replaced.
4. Record Keeping
(a) Employers shall maintain records in accordance AD EHSMS RF Element 09
Compliance and Management Review.
(b) Log books and inspection check sheets.
(c) Third party annual inspection certificate(s).
5. References
AD EHSMS RF Element 01 Roles, Responsibilities and Self-Regulation
AD EHSMS RF Element 02 Risk Management
AD EHSMS RF Element 09 Compliance and Management Review
AD EHS RI CoP 2.0 Personal Protective Equipment
AD EHS RI CoP 3.0 Occupational Noise
AD EHS RI CoP 3.1 Vibration
AD EHS RI CoP 8.0 General Workplace Amenities
AD EHS RI CoP 15.0 Electrical Safety
AD EHS RI CoP 24.0 Lock-out / Tag-out (Isolation)
AD EHS RI CoP 39.0 Overhead and Underground Services
AD EHS RI CoP 53.0 EHS Management during Construction Work

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EHS Regulatory Instrument

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AD EHSMS RF Version 2.0 February 2012

AD EHSMS RF Version 2.0 February 2012

The AD EHSMS consists of the following hierarchy of documents:

EHS Regulatory Instruments:

AD EHSMS RF Version 2.0 February 2012

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2. Training and Competency

(i) AD EHSMS RF Element 05 Training and Competency;

(b) In accordance with AD EHSMS RF Element 01 Roles, Responsibilities and Self-

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3.1.2 Principal Contractors

3.2 Planning and Assessment

3.2.1 General Requirements

(a) Employers shall ensure the following:

3.2.2 Risk Assessment

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3.3 Planning and Preparation

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3.4 Documented Safe Systems of Work

(a) In accordance with AD EHSMS RF Element 01 Roles, Responsibilities and Self-

3.5.1 Setting-Up on Site

(a) When setting-up on site employers shall ensure:

3.5.2 Setting-Up Near Power Lines or Electrical Equipment

3.5.3 Setting-Up in a Public Place

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3.6 General Requirements

3.6.1 Operational Safety Zone

3.6.2 Traffic Control

(a) Employers shall ensure the following:

(a) Employers shall ensure the following:

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(a) Employers shall ensure the following:

3.6.5 Occupational Health

(b) Employers shall develop an occupational health program to undertake regular

3.6.6 Residue Collection

(a) Where a permanent or semi-permanent concrete pumping set-up has been

3.7.1 Water and Air Lines

3.7.2 Pump Gauges

(a) Employers shall ensure the following:

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(a) Employers shall ensure the following:

3.7.4 Pipe Clamps

3.7.5 Anchor Brackets

3.7.6 Delivery Hose

(a) Employers shall ensure the following:

3.7.7 Pipe Movement

3.7.8 Receiving Hopper

(a) Employers shall ensure the following:

3.7.9 Line Cleaning

(a) Employers shall ensure the following:

3.7.10 Pump Cleaning

(a) Employers shall ensure the following:

3.8 Deck Area Concreting