Gas Boiler Breakdown Method Statement

1. Main Hazards

• Fire, explosion, burns, electric shock
• Asphyxiation from carbon monoxide
• Electrocution
• Exposure to asbestos
• Manual handling

2. Work Equipment

• Hand tools, power tools, bucket, detection and testing equipment

3. Preventative Measures

• Operatives are trained and fully competent to carry out the tasks
• Tools visually inspected before use
• Circuits are made dead wherever possible and lock off procedures in place
• Battery or 110V power tools and RCD’s used as required
• Test for the presence of Co2 using a detector within the installation before commencing work
• Ensure boiler flue and ensure good ventilation
• Operatives to view asbestos portal/ information before starting work
• Operatives have received manual handling training

4. The sequence of Operations for Task

• Visit the site, book in and gather information appertaining to work to be completed and position of the appliance to be worked on.
• What the fire procedures are for the site
• Before commencement of work ensure all aspects of pre-install are in accordance to the boiler manufactures specifications and that consent has been supplied
• Check the site for chemical hazards including asbestos
• At the appliance, site assesses any immediate hazards before work commences.
• Any immediate danger from the surrounding working environment
• Check for Electrical and Gas isolation points
• Isolate Unit from the electrical supply
• Isolate unit from the water supply
• Disconnect and isolate all water and electrical supplies from the unit before removing the unit from location
• Remove the unit from the location
• Utilize existing fittings where practicable
• Check for invisible underground utility installations by using a proper detector if drilling is required.
• Carry out work to install the boiler as per the appliance installation and service specifications
• Procedures are to be done in conjunction with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Act 1998 and subsequent amendments, OFTEC procedures and Approved Codes of Practice
• On completion of any works reconnect isolated water and electrical supply
• Ensure all connections and fittings are secure and tight before turning on the water, electrical supply and test following current legislation and standards
• Turn on water supply with full pressure and visually observe for leaks and if required rectify before proceeding.
• Turn on electrical supply and ensure the function of the boiler is following the boiler manufacturer’s installation specifications and commissioning instructions
• Check all tools and clean work area
• Complete Installation sheet and report to the responsible person to get the job sheet signed.

5. PPE Required

6. Environmental Protection Measures

Dispose of all waste in a designated area or skip provided for waste and follow manufactures instructions

7. Emergency Procedures

First Aid:

• First Aid box provided on all vehicles
• Local arrangements for contacting emergency services to be identified
• Location or nearest hospital A&E must be known
• In case of serious accident or injury requiring immediate medical attention call 999
• Always inform the supervisor or H&S Manager of all accidents, incidents and near misses
• Ensure that accident, incident or near miss is logged

Fire:

• Fire extinguisher on all vehicles
• Only attempt to extinguisher fire if safe to do so
• Local arrangements for contacting emergency services to be identified
• Maintain adequate emergency access route in working location at all times

Training & Supervision

• All staff have received H&S Induction training
• All Operatives are supervised
• All Gas operatives are Gas Safe Registered

Machinery Shutdown or Lock Off Procedure

• As per site scope of work requirements

8. Safety of Other Contractors or Members of the Public

• Ensure that other contractors are aware of hazards present
• Ensure that the work area is secured
• No works will be left in a dangerous condition or with risk to themselves, contractors, tenants or members of the public
• All tools and equipment will be securely stored or removed from the site at the end of each working day

9. Refilling Procedure of Plant Machinery or Equipment

• As per site scope of work requirements

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Gas Boiler Breakdown Method Statement