Work Platform System: For Safer, Faster Build
Work Platform System: For Safer, Faster Build
Work Platform System: For Safer, Faster Build
METHOD STATEMENT
Contents
METHOD STATEMENT:
THE RHINO LOAD DECK FALL PREVENTION
SAFETY SYSTEM
Page
1.0
Place and Purpose of Use 6
2.0 System Loading 6
3.0 Safety Checks 6
4.0 Installation 7
5.0 Raising the Load Deck 12
6.0 Dismantling the Safety Platform 13
METHOD STATEMENT:
LINEAR WORK PLATFORM SET UP
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7.0 Place and Purpose of Use 14
8.0 System Loading 14
9.0 Safety Checks 14
10.0 Installation 15
11.0 Raising the Linear Work Platform 18
12.0 Dismantling the Linear Work Platform 19
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Introduction
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THERE IS NO BETTER OR MORE VERSATILE
3 IN 1 SOLUTION FOR ACCESS, LOADING
AND WORKING
l market-leading load deck platform and trestle system
l fast and easy-to-install method allows safer working at heights
of up to 4 metres
l can support loads rated at up to 600kg per square metre
at a 3 metre platform height
l lightweight components lock into place without the need for
hand tools or fixings
l unique use of materials minimises the weight needed to achieve
its strength and durability
l unaffected by weather extremes
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l needs minimal site space for storage and it is easy to
transport from site to site
l up to ten times faster to install than traditional scaffolding
l does not require standing walls for support
l can be raised in height by building onto the legs and raising
the framework and deck panels
l you can add to a trestle and handrail to develop a full load
deck system, as needs dictate
l 5-year fit for use guarantee (subject to conditions).
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RHINO LOAD DECK FALL PREVENTION SAFETY SYSTEM
METHOD STATEMENT
WALL-TO-WALL SAFETY PLATFORM
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Figure 1.1
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4.0 INSTALLATION
4.1 Safety platform installation work
shall only be carried out by trained
personnel who are thoroughly
conversant with the requirements
of this Method Statement.
4.2 Installers should also adhere to all
current Health and Safety Rules, such
as the wearing of protective clothing,
i.e hard hat, high visibility Vest/Jacket,
metal toe capped boots and hand
protective gloves.
Figure 4.6 4.3 Ensure that the base is of sufficient
strength and of suitable composition
to support the system and for the
load to be placed on the system.
4.4 Ensure that the base provides
a level surface.
4.5 Thoroughly clear the base space of all
rubbish & debris.
4.6 Working from the furthest corner from
the plot entrance and starting with the
exterior walls lay the legs and cross
braces flat on the base across the
width of the plot. The gap between the
platform and adjacent wall elevations
Figure 4.6.1
Figure 4.7.2 4.8 Adjust the Leg Baseplates (Figure 4.8.1 & 4.8.2) to
achieve a uniform platform height.
Figure 4.8.1a Figure 4.8.2b 4.9 Build up the remaining platforms across the rear
wall (Figure 4.9) adjusting the overall level and
height using leg baseplates.
8 Figure 4.9
4.0 INSTALLATION
(CONTINUED)
4.10 Place Deck Panels on the
framework, ensuring that
they are correctly positioned
and secure (Figures 4.10.1
& 4.10.2). Provided that the
panel will securely interlock as
illustrated in Figures 4.10.1
& 4.10.2, and that there are no Figure 4.10.1 Figure 4.10.2
distortions in the frame that may
prevent a safe fit, the panel may
equally be installed within the
framework rotated through 90o.
4.10 Place Deck Panels on the
remaining platforms as shown
in
Figure 4.10.
4.11 U
p sing a similar process, install
pllatforms along the length of the
ot as illustrated in Figure 4.11.
Figure 4.10
Figure 4.11
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4.0 INSTALLATION
(CONTINUED)
4.12 Use make-up panels to bridge
gaps of up to 780mm between
platforms and secure in place
using Rhino Secure Ties, ensuring
that the make-up panels are
secured at the four corners, one tie
at each corner. The make-up
panels are designed to be used to
bridge gaps between two or more
platform systems for non-uniform
Figure 4.12 plots. (See Figure 4.12).
4.13 Proceed to install the remaining
platforms and make-up panels to
create the full working platform
for the plot as illustrated in
Figure 4.13.
4.14 Install handrail support posts if
required as shown in Figure 4.14.
4.15 When installing handrail supports
and handrail or guardrails do not
work on or near any unprotected
edges. Alternative means of fall
protection such as Airdeck can be
used. For more information please
visit www.sayfasystems.co.uk.
Figure 4.13
Figure 4.11
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Figure 4.14
Figure 4.11
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4.0 INSTALLATION
(CONTINUED)
4.16 Install Guard Rails and Timber
Guards as illustrated in Figure 4.16.
Figure 4.16
Figure 4.17
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5.0 RAISING THE LOAD DECK
5.1 To raise the load deck remove any
handrails and from the base, insert
connection spigots
into all four corners of one
complete deck section
(Figure 5.1).
5.2 Next, insert the required extension
leg into the tops of the spigots
Figure 5.1 Figure 5.2
and ensure that they are seated
securely (Figure 5.2).
5.3 Insert the 4 cross braces to the
extensions and push securely into
place (Figure 5.3).
5.4 Finally, lift the deck panels one at a
time, either around or through the
extension and secure into place at
the higher level
(Figure 5.4).
Figure 5.3 Figure 5.4
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5. If required, this process can be
repeated across the full structure
until the entire platform sits
at the new required level.
This method negates the need to
dismantle and reassemble the
platform for use at a greater height
(Figure 5.5).
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5. Once the entire platform is raised,
bricklayers and workmen can
operate safely and without the risk
of falling, thereby increasing build
productivity (Figure 5.6).
Figure 5.5
This method of construction also
5.7 allows for Supports and Extensions
to be added on an “as needed”
basis. This allows sections of the
platform to remain at the initial
height, whilst other sections are
raised (Figure 5.7 - opposite page).
When raising the platform never
5.8 work near any exposed edges of
the platform without using an
alternative form of fall protection
such as AirDeck. For more
information please visit www.
Figure 5.6 sayfasystems.co.uk.
Figure 4.17
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Figure 5.7
6.0 DISMANTLING 6.6 All components should be
SAFE WORKING LOAD OF
SAFETY PLATFORM inspected for damage whilst
PLATFORM SYSTEM –
being dismantled. Any
6.1 Clear the entire platform damaged components INCLUDING MEN, TOOLS,
of all building materials, should be stored separately AND MATERIALS
tools and debris. for repair or replacement
. 600Kg/m2
6.2 Remove timber handrails, at a maximum height of 3.0m
guardrail gates & handrail 6.7 Any components with
support posts. excessive dirt or mortar 300Kg/m2
build up should be cleaned at a maximum height of 3.5m
6.3 Working from the base, and checked for damage. 150Kg/m2
remove make-up panels
6.8 Components should be at a maximum height of 4.0m
& deck panels.
packed, stored and Refer to Sayfa Systems for
6.4 Disconnect and remove all transported in stillages heights over 4.0m.
leg braces. available from Sayfa
6.5 Carefully remove cross Systems.
braces, one at a time,
and lay unsupported legs
on the ground. Upright
legs should never be left
unsupported at any time.
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METHOD STATEMENT FOR
LINEAR WORK PLATFORM
SET UP
7.0 PLACE AND PURPOSE 8.3 Additional security can be provided
OF USE by inserting leg braces in both axes
in accordance with paragraph 4.6
7.1 The Rhino Load Deck System is
designed for use inside a 9.0 SAFETY CHECKS
building during construction.
The system can be installed to 9.1 All components to be used shall
provide a safe access platform be thoroughly inspected by the
for site operatives and therefore platform installer before use as
reduce the risk of fall potential. follows:-
a) Remove build-up of mortar,
8.0 SYSTEM LOADING mud and other debris from
8.1 The Rhino Load Deck Linear components;
Work Platform is designed to b) Visually examine components
carry a Uniformly Distributed for any sign of structural damage
load (UDL) of 600Kg/m2 for or fatigue.
platform heights from 0.5-
2.0m. Load Weights may not 9.2 When the installation is complete,
exceed this maximum without it should be signed off by an
the written approval of Sayfa authorised manager. The system
Systems. Any platform heights should also be visually inspected
constructed over 2.0m must be at the beginning of each work
checked withSayfa Systems for session to ensure that none of
design suitability. the components have either been
removed or damaged.
8.2 All loads placed on the system
will be transferred directly to 9.3 Any damaged components or
the base below and it is components with excessive mortar
therefore essential that the build up must be segregated and
base is capable of sustaining removed from service.
the combined total weight of the
system together with any added
load.
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10.0 INSTALLATION
10.1 Safety platform installation work
shall only be carried out by trained
personnel who are thoroughly
conversant with the requirements
of this Method Statement.
Installers should also adhere to all
current Health and Safety Rules, such
as the wearing of protective clothing,
i.e hard hat, high visibility Vest/Jacket,
metal toe capped boots and hand
protective gloves.
Figure 10.1
Ensure that the base provides a level
surface.
Thoroughly clear the base space of all
rubbish & debris.
Stand one leg upright as shown.
Please note that upright legs must
never be left unsupported at any time.
Fit the cross brace in the first leg
cleat. These braces must stay in
position at all times, regardless
of the platform height.
Figure 10.3
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10.0 INSTALLATION
(CONTINUED)
10.4 Install toe-boards if required.
The toe-board must run on the
inside of the leg and be secured
by a retaining clip which fits
around the leg.
Figure 10.4
Figure 10.5
Figure 10.6
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10.0 INSTALLATION
(CONTINUED)
10.7 Attach the ladder bracket on the
leg cleat 0.5m above the work
platform deck.
Figure 10.7
Figure 10.8
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Figure 10.9
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11.0 RAISING THE LINEAR
WORK PLATFORM
11.1 Locate handrail posts and insert
in the top of the legs.
Figure 11.1
Figure 11.2
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Figure 11.3
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11.0 RAISING THE LINEAR
WORK PLATFORM
(CONTINUED)
11.4 Adjust height of ladder bracket,
ladder and gate to suit. Install
toe-boards and complete the
system.
Figure 11.4
600Kg/m2
at a maximum height of 2.0m
Refer to Sayfa Systems for
heights over 2.0m.
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Part No. Description Detailed description Width Depth Length Nett Unit Pack weight
(mm) (mm) (mm) weight (Kgs) (Kgs)
SAYFA STRAP Sayfa Safety Tie Used to secure the make-up panel.
50 50 50 0.020 0.21
RPIN R Clips and Pins Clips and pins are used to secure the feet into
the legs 50 50 50 0.035 0.92
SAY 001 Leg Base Plate Standard Base plate for use with the Rhino Deck
Trestle and handrail system as well as the load 200 150 560 0.395 4.15
and Workdeck system
SAY 002 Cross Brace 640mm Cross braces of varying lengths to fit the Rhino
Deck Trestle and handrail system as well as the 40 135 640 1.265 13.28
load and Workdeck system
SAY 002SW Cross Brace 640mm - Cross brace which is adjustable from 640mm
extendable swivel ends - 1280 mm with swivel ends to accommodate 40 135 640 3.010 3.16
corners and infil panels
SAY 003 Cross Brace 1280mm Cross braces of varying lengths to fit the Rhino
Deck Trestle and handrail system as well as the 40 135 1280 2.345 24.62
load and Workdeck system
SAY 004 Cross Brace 400mm Cross braces of varying lengths to fit the Rhino
Deck Trestle and handrail system as well as the 40 135 400 0.845 8.87
load and Workdeck system
SAY 012 Deck Panels 640 Deck panels are available as both 640 x 1280 and
400 x 1280 to enable easy configuration of the 640 800 1300 9.405 49.38
RhinoDeck system
SAY 013 Make up panel For use with Sayfa ties to cover over irregular
areas in the decking configuration. Yellow in
colour to draw atention to the fact that they are
640 120 800 4.250 22.31
slightly raised
SAY 014 Guard Rail Gate Timber kickboard to prevent materials and tools
dropping over the edge of a RhinoDeck structure. 800 800 640 3.020 3.17
They match the sizes of the decking panels
SAY DP400 Deck Panels 400 Deck panels are available as both 640 x 1280 and
400 x 1280 to enable easy configuration of the 1000 800 1300 5.825 30.58
RhinoDeck system
SAY LJS Leg Joining support The leg joining support enables extension of the
standard leg to take a handrail system 145 315 380 0.395 4.15
This document is to be signed off by the Site manager and kept as a matter of record
Project:
Location:
First check
Second check
Third check
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COMPONENT CHECK PRIOR TO USE AND AT END OF JOB
STRAPS:
1. Check straps are not frayed or part
cut through and that the buckle is still
intact and operating
DECK PANEL
1. Check that no Deck Panel is suffering
from permanent deflection
2. Check that all welds are intact
OTHER COMPONENTS
Check that no other components are
evidencing distortion or buckling
Check that no component is suffering
from excessive mortar build-up
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SAFETY CHECKLIST – POST INSTALLATION AND PRIOR TO USE
2. If so is handrail in place?
If no, add:
3.1.1. Ladder bracket – secure ladder
with Sayfa ties
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INTERVAL INSPECTIONS
To be checked daily and inspected and recorded weekly
Week commencing
✓ = Correct, or now OK
✗ = Not OK
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