SAFE WORK METHOD STATEMENT

Horizontal Directional Drilling – 003

Document Details
Project: All Projects

SWMS Valid From: 13/01/2021 SWMS Valid To: 30/01/2022

Yearly: ✘
SWMS Re-Induction Schedule Daily Weekly Monthly Quarterly Other:

Development Team

Adam Vanderzee Director

Rowena Hilson HSE Manager
Personnel Consulted:
(Name of Employees involved
in SWMS development)
Peter Major Construction Manager

Approval
Name Signature Date

Company Director Adam Vanderzee 12-Jan-2021

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MANDATORY SITE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) REQUIREMENTS:

☒
Hard Hat required:
☐ Cut 3 Rated safety
Gloves
☒ ☒ ☒ ☐
Working within 3m of TYVEK style
Plant/Machinery Type 5 – Cat 3
Confined Space D i s p o s a b l e Coveralls
Working at Heights must be worn when
Construction Sites operating NDD

☒ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ ☒
WORK PERMITS REQUIRED:
Confined Space Entry ☐ Working at Height ☐ Excavation / Drill ☒ ☐
Live Electrical Work ☐ Hot Work ☐ Environmental / Land Access ☒ ☐
Critical Risks:
1. Working on and Around Live 2. Working around & Operating 4. Ground Disturbance &
✘ ✘ 3. Electrical Safety ✘ ✘
Services Vehicles & Mobile Plant Excavation
8. Working in and Around Live
5.Managing Asbestos & Fibres 6. Working at Heights 7. Managing Hazardous Energies ✘
Traffic
9. Performing Mechanical Lifting
✘ 10. Confined Space Work 11. Lone & Isolated Work
Operations

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RELEVANT DOCUMENTS AND STATUTORY LEGISLATION:
Adtech SWMS - 001 - Mobilisation, Site Establishment, Demobilisation & Field Work Health and Safety Act Aust. 2011
Inspection
Adtech SWMS - 002 - Excavation and Grundomat Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2000
Adtech SWMS - 006 - Non-Destructive Digging (NDD), HydroVac Excavation and Work Safe Vic - Compliance Code Excavation - December 2019
Potholing
Adtech SWMS - 007 - Rod, Rope, Prove & Hauling Occupational Health & Safety Regulations 2017
Adtech SWMS - 009 - Manual Handling Road Safety (Traffic Management) Regulations 2019
Adtech SWMS - 010 - Working with Plant Power Tools Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011
Adtech SWMS - 013 - Working Near Traffic Work Safe Vic - Compliance Code First Aid in the Workplace - September 2008
Environment Protection Act Vic. 1970 Work Safe Vic - Compliance Code Hazardous Manual Handling - December 2019
Occupational Health and Safety Act Vic. 2004 Incorporating Amendments 1 March Work Safe Vic - Compliance Code Plant - December 2019
2019
Road Safety Act Vic. 1986 Work Safe Vic - Compliance Code Noise - December 2019
Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act Aust. 1999 Work Safe Vic - Worksite Safety - Traffic Management Code of Practice - August
2010
Telecommunications Act Aust. 1997 AustRoadsGuide to Temporary Traffic Management Part 2 Traffic Management
Planning

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RISK MATRIX
Step 1: Determine Step 2: Determine Consequence: Step 3: Assess Level of Risk using Matrix
Likelihood: Risk Rating

For safety, Health Extreme Major Moderate Minor Insignificant

Rating
Safety and Environment and
Rating

and Environment Almost Certain Extreme Extreme High High Moderate

Health Heritage
Purposes

Likelihood
Likely Extreme High High Moderate Moderate
Possible High High High Moderate Low
Extreme
Certain
Almost

Expected to be the Multiple Permanent or

most likely outcome fatalities Widespread Damage
Unlikely High Moderate Moderate Low Low
Rare High Moderate Moderate Low Low
Permanent localised
environmental harm, Key to Risk Rating
Major

Will probably occur in

Likely

Single fatality major repairs or

most circumstances Risk Rating Action Response
project outcomes
affected
Low Monitor
Monitor and manage by routine procedures.
Serious
Moderate
Possible

Might occur at some irreversible Serious medium term Moderate Manage at site Supervisory level must be involved and responsibility assigned within a
time injury/disease environment harm level reasonable timeframe. Control action of a short term nature would need to be
, taken immediately so that work could still be carried out with further long term
action taken to ensure the hazard is fully controlled.
High Stop Work Senior management attention needed and responsibility assigned within a
reasonable timeframe. Control action of a short term nature would need to be
taken immediately so that work could still be carried out with further long term
Unlikely

Minor

Could occur, but would First aid Minor short term action taken to ensure the hazard is fully controlled.
not be expected injury/s environmental impact Extreme Stop Work Immediate action required at senior management level to rectify the hazard,
detailed research and management planning, and allocation of resources.
Control action must be immediately implemented before working in the area or
carrying out the work process.
Insignificant

Rare that this would

occur - no previous No medical Minimal environmental
Rare

occurrence in similar treatments effects

circumstances

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
Refer To: Adtech SWMS - 001 - Mobilisation, Site Establishment,
Demobilisation & Field Inspection
1. All works must be performed in an environmentally satisfactory manner
and in accordance the findings/recommendations of the Environmental
Impact assessment for the proposed works.
2. Precautions must be taken to minimise dust generated by wind, in
accordance with accepted dust suppression techniques, (damping down
the work area).
Dust
Environmental 3. Approved sedimentation control/management methods must be employed
Sediment High Moderate All Personnel
Requirements to manage any potential sedimentation migration from the work site to
Vehicular Traffic
protect all drainage systems and adjacent properties, (Silt Socks).
4. The positioning of these devices must not impede pedestrian/vehicular
traffic. Any property, damaged as a result of the carrying out of these
works must be restored to its original condition at the completion of the
works or to a state that has been agreed to with the property owner, prior
to the commencement of works.
1. The decision as to whether any proposed conduits will be laid at a depth
and allocation to avoid existing trees, constructions or assets, or cause
disturbance during future road or footpath construction, will be made by
Adtech Contracting in consultation with the local council, NBNco, or other
such client.
Boring near existing 2. It is anticipated that in instances where such consultation may be All Personnel
Damage to Trees
trees, constructions High necessary, it will be undertaken as part of the environmental assessment Moderate Adtech
and buildings
or assets process and any agreements or mitigation measure reached must be Management
documented within the environmental assessment in accordance with
Adtech Contracting environmental management plans .
3. In certain circumstances it may be necessary to consult a qualified Arborist
4. Where the works affect trees and/or large tree roots, approval of Adtech
Contracting Management is required before proceeding.

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
1. Workers performing Horizontal Directional Drilling work shall be adequately
trained and competent in the selected task.
Inexperienced 2. Powered mobile plant operators must hold the relevant licence and / or
Labour Selection High Moderate Site Supervisor
personnel verification of competency (VOC).
3. Authorised person shall be made available to act as spotter when working
around power lines.
Plant / equipment 1. Plant and equipment to be used in accordance with manufacturers
used for task not recommendations/specifications.
suitable 2. Plant Pre-Start to be completed before operating.
Lifting system 3. Current test/tag for electrical powered tools.
Select
collapse (loss of Electrical powered tools shall be Residual Current Device (RCD) protected
Plant/Equipment for High Moderate Site Supervisor
hydraulic pressure)
Task
Plant/equipment
breakdown
Loss of fluids /
hydrocarbons

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
Prior to the commencement of any excavation or boring works it is
compulsory to have a copy of all relevant Dial Before You Dig (DBYD)
service documentation on site before the work starts and determine
whether there are any underground services that utilities may have at the
work site. These documents should be included in the job packs, if not,
notify Construction Manager.
1. Dial Before You Dig (DBYD) information is to be available at work location
including the cover sheets for all individual asset owner services known in
the area for any mechanical excavation >150mm
2. A Visual check of the area and scanning with electronic service locator
prior to any ground penetration must be performed to identify services in
the path of the trench or bore.
3. The services that have been located are to be marked on the ground with
the correct colour coded marking paint.

Identification of Contact with other

High Moderate Site Supervisor
Other Services services

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
8. Where potholing is not practical (such as under waterways, railways or
major roadways) or where positive identification can not be obtained, the
asset location and depth must be confirmed by the relevant utility and/or
asset owner prior to any excavation or boring.
9. Any mechanical excavation/penetration >150mm must have an Excavation
Permit completed and signed by an authorised delegate of the company or
relevant officer of client or Delivery Partner.
10. All mandatory sections are to be completed prior to being signed off by
delegate.
Identification of Contact with other 11. If Dial before you Dig plans are not conducive, the presence of
High Moderate Site Supervisor
Other Services services underground services shall be assumed and non-destructive digging such
as hydro-vacuum shall be performed.
12. Unless authorised by the asset owner, the minimum distance / exclusion
zone from overhead powerlines that shall apply is three (3) metres.
13. A spotter shall be used when working close to known services.
14. If potholing or excavation results in damage to an underground service
immediately stop work and contact Emergency Services if required,
contact asset owner, Adtech HSE Manager and Supervisor.
15. Contact emergency services only if required.
Note: DBYD plans are valid for 28 days from the date of issue.

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)

1. The site layout will include but not be limited to:

a. Emergency evacuation points.
Working Near b. First aid locations.
Plant or Machinery c. Location of all underground services within the works area and
clearances to the proposed bore.
Working near
d. Positioning of all machines and equipment (Excavator, Tipper Truck,
vehicular traffic or
vacuum truck).
pedestrians
Construction site e. Location of fencing and/or barriers.
Contact / Damage High Moderate Site Supervisor
layout f. Location and description of environmental measures required.
with or to 2. Pedestrian thoroughfare to be delineated with appropriate signage.
underground 3. Traffic control devices to be in place where applicable.
services 4. Access and egress to work area/site for construction vehicles to be
Working near planned where applicable.
rotating parts 5. Vehicles and other plant to be parked in accordance with exclusion zones.
Parking and material storage areas established well away from plant
operating zone.
Excavation of
Refer To: Adtech SWMS - 002 - Excavation
Entry / Exit Holes
1. Excess drilling slurry is to be contained in the entry and exit pits and is to
be removed by a vac truck.
Environmental 2. The vac truck will deliver and dispose of the recycled drill slurry to an EPA
Disposal of slurry High Moderate All Personnel
Hazard licensed waste management disposal facility.
3. Testing results and disposal receipts must be retained and are required to
be submitted with job pack on copletion of work.

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
Work sites requiring dewatering will be done so in accordance Adtech
Contracting Processes and Procedures.
All necessary measures must be taken to keep the excavation free of water,
De-watering and
seepage and sludge at all times.
removal of seepage Slips / Trips High Moderate All Personnel
De-watering and removal of seepage and sludge from the site must be carried
and sludge
out with due recognition of potential pollution from any spillage event, the
environmental assessment and environmental management plan, and the Vic.
EPA requirements.
1. The following issues are to be considered during preparation:
2. Whether the bore is straight or changes of direction are required.
3. Number and size of conduits to be installed.
4. The installation, encasement and backfilling of conduits, including conduit
spacers (if applicable).
Preparation of Pedestrian / 5. Service congestion - may determine the techniques suitable for a project, Site Supervisor
trenchless conduit Vehicular High and lead times for negotiations with other utilities, such as gas and Moderate Adtech
installation Management electricity. Management
6. Geotechnical surveys may be required on occasion to assess ground
conditions and determine achievable ratings, for example the need for
lining, grouting, or ability to adjust the bore route.
7. Locations of entry and exit pits, joint bays, open points, pedestrian and
residential pathways and driveways.

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
1. The site layout will include but not be limited to:
a. Emergency evacuation points.
b. First aid locations.
Working Near c. All entry and exit pit locations, including dimensions and entry and exit
Plant or Machinery angles, and distances to, for example, relevant structures or drains
Working near d. Positioning of all machines and equipment (such as HDD, recycler /
vehicular traffic or mixing, vacuum truck).
pedestrians e. Location of fencing and/or barriers.
Construction site
Contact / Damage High f. Location and description of environmental measures required. Moderate Site Supervisor
layout
with or to 2. Pedestrian thoroughfare to be delineated with appropriate signage.
underground 3. Traffic control devices to be in place where applicable.
services 4. Refer To: Adtech SWMS - 013 - Working Near Traffic.
Working near 5. Access and egress to work area/site for construction vehicles to be
rotating parts planned where applicable.
6. Vehicles and other plant to be parked in accordance with exclusion zones.
7. Parking and material storage areas established well away from plant
operating zone.
1. Any cables or conduits installed by trenchless techniques in easements
must comply with the same requirements as any other cable or conduit
Easements - private
installed elsewhere by the same techniques.
and public Irate Customer Moderate Low All Personnel
2. In addition, any underground communications conduit installed in
properties
easements must be visibly and permanently marked using appropriately
labelled marker posts or other options approved by NBNco or other client

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
1. There will be locations where road crossing conduits are installed only by
Horizontal Directional Drilling or Grundomat.
2. Details of the type of bore required will be included on the construction
plans. It is required that a drawing be prepared indicating the position of all
All Personnel on
underground service, these will be indicative only and serve as a warning
Roadway Service Strike site
to show potential hazards. This drawing will be prepared by Adtech
High Moderate Adtech
underbores Contracting and be made available to all crews located onsite.
Management &
3. All roadway crossings must be perpendicular to the carriageway, unless
Design
specifically approved by Adtech Contracting, NBN or other such client.
4. All road crossings must conform to and be designed in accordance with all
relevant Standards and requirements indicated by the relevant road and
traffic authority, asset owners and local authorities.
1. Conduits may also be installed under driveways by Horizontal Directional
Drilling or Grundomat.
2. All boring conducted under driveways is to be undertaken at a depth that
Adtech Contracting deem to be safe and stable for the area concerned.
Driveway
Service Strike High 3. The size of the bore hole must be sufficient to allow the installation of the Moderate Site Supervisor
underbores
conduits.
4. Appropriate depths must be achieved under driveways and sufficient
compaction during restoration to minimise the potential risk of
destabilisation (trench collapse or subsidence) occurring.
Railway under track Refer to: Adtech SWMS - 015 - Cable Installation and Fibre Adtech
crossings TerminationTesting, Rail Issue (Site Specific) Management

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
When installing conduits under a waterway, the preferred method will be
horizontal directional drilling.
For crossings under waterways, the following requirements must be
developed and implemented, but not be limited to:
1. An approved environmental management plan following the preparation of
environmental assessment in accordance with
environmental impact assessment and environmental management lans
capturing approvals required from external agencies.
2. Project supervision and signing by a Civil Engineer.
3. The installation of indicator signage or plates, which identify the entry and
Crossings under Environmental exit points of the bore on either side of the waterway where a bore has
High Moderate Site Supervisor
waterways Contamination been installed under a navigable waterway.
4. Problems have been encountered with bores under creeks fracing out,
which could have significant environmental implications if it were to
happen beneath the creek rather than on the approach. Such
environmental implications, although avoidable, should be reported as an
environmental incident and managed in accordance with Adtech
Contracting Environmental Incident Response and Management.
5. Technical advice should be sought during the environmental assessment
stage of the project to determine the most suitable route of the bore in
order to minimise environmental harm.
6. The design of drilling fluid is significant in minimising the risk of frac out.

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
1. A suitable Horizontal Directional Drilling machine must be used that has
the capacity to efficiently undertake the designated bore, along with the
correct tooling and appropriate mixing system for the ground conditions
likely to be encountered.
2. A bore path profile must be selected to avoid frac-out or discharge of
drilling fluids along the bore path outside of any pits.
3. Any changes in bore direction must be noted as amendments on the bore
plan and be sufficiently gradual to allow easy insertion of the conduit.
4. All entry and exit angles must be at a minimum to reduce any undue
stresses being placed on the drill rods and conduit and to minimise the
bending radius in the transition from underbore conduit to open trench
conduits.
Environment 5. The drilling system must incorporate a survey system that will allow
Bore hole / Machine Contamination tracking of the drill head for the entire bore path.
High Moderate All Personnel
requirements Damage to Rods 6. The system used, must be capable of measuring lateral position, depth
Excessive Noise and gradient of the bore path.
7. An appropriate mixing system or recycling system must be used to mix
correct drilling additives with water.
8. A vac truck must be on site or within the project area at all times during
drilling to collect the drill slurry and in case of any potential environmental
problems.
9. All machinery and equipment used on site must be maintained to confirm
minimal noise or vibration is produced, minimise the likelihood of oil / fuel /
fluid leaks, and that all safety and operational equipment is in working
order to minimise the effect on the local community, environment and work
schedule.
10. All machinery and equipment used over the construction period of the
project must have up to date service history available upon request.

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
1. The required depth of the bore must be in accordance with the Design
Construction Specifications of the relevant stakeholders and must be
calculated from the outside of the final borehole diameter.
2. The depth of cover may vary due to various factors including but not limited
to:
a. Existing underground services, large drainage pipes and similar
structures.
Service Strike
b. Geological conditions.
Reduced depth of
Depth of cover High c. Entry and exit angles and surface features. Moderate Site Supervisor
cover
3. The minimum depth of cover required is designed to limit the probability of
damage by inadvertent strikes from other service providers.
4. The required depth of the bore must be in accordance with the Endeavour
Energy design drawing and must be calculated from the outside of the final
borehole diameter.
5. If it is deemed that the borehole depth is inappropriate, unsafe or
impractical, Adtech Contracting Management must be noified before boring
commences.
1. The required bore length must be in accordance with design drawings.
2. If it is deemed that the bore length is inappropriate, unsafe or impractical,
Adtech Contracting Management must be notified immediately, and before
boring commences.
3. Inappropriate, unsafe or impractical bore length may be due to, but not
limited to:
Incorrect asbuilt
Bore length a. Required entry and exit locations. Site Supervisor
return
b. Existing underground services, large drainage pipes and similar
structures.
c. Geological conditions.
d. Entry and exit angles, and surface features.
4. Any agreed changes to the project design must be noted as amendments
on the bore plan.

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
1. During the pilot, reaming and installation process, constant observation of
the bore path must be undertaken.
2. This must include monitoring of any surface disturbances, constant flow of
drill slurry into either the entry or exit pit and any introduction of drill slurry
in drains or water ways through frac-outs and other below ground
Incorrect alignment destabilisation.
Service strike 3. If, at any time during the drilling process, a loss of drilling fluid occurs, the
Monitoring High Moderate All Personnel
Environmental drilling process must be stopped immediately and the cause of the loss
contamination investigated.
4. Drilling can only recommence when the cause has been identified and a
procedure put in place to prevent it reoccurring.
5. Where required, the drilling process must be monitored through an
excavation pit or pothole as either the drill head, reamer and conduit
passes an existing service, to minimise the risk of damaging the service.
1. During the pilot boring process, a bore log must be maintained, noting the
location of the bore path.
2. Bore information must be recorded at a minimum distance of each drill rod.
Incorrect 3. The information must contain start and finish date, machine used, crew, Drill Operator
Bore logs Low Low
information supervisor, product installed, location of bore, total bore length, ground Tracker
type encountered with all changes to the ground type noted as well as
depth, pitch and allocation of the drill bit, time taken per rod (when drilling
into rock)
Unused holes such as trial holes and unsuccessful bore holes must be
Unsuccessful or
Surface Collapse High filled with a sand/cement mix or approved slurry to eliminate the risk of Moderate All Personnel
unused bore holes
subsidence and roadway paving failures.
1. Where multiple conduits are to be installed in a single bore, how they are
to be supported or positioned will depend on the diameter and length of the
bore and the number of conduits.
Surface Collapse
Multiple conduits in 2. The orientation of the conduits must be same all along the installation. Any
Conduit jam when High Moderate All Personnel
a single bore hole twist in the orientation must be limited to 22.5º clockwise or anticlockwise
pulling back
(from a point at top centre of the bore).
3. The conduits must not cross over each other at any point along the route
length.
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Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
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steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
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cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
1. Where it is necessary to bore more than one (1) hole along a conduit route,
a minimum separation of 500mm must be maintained between different
Multiple bore hole bore holes.
Surface Collapse High Moderate Drill Operator
separation 2. Every hole must be regarded as a new hole and independent of any other
adjacent holes for the purpose of compliance with the requirements of this
Specification.
1. During the entire boring and conduit installation process, Bentonite or other
suitable drill additive must be used to help stabilise the borehole, minimise
any potential frac-outs, help in lubrication during conduit installation and
aid in the flow of drill slurry.
Environmental
Drilling additives High 2. Additives must not be hazardous to humans, the environment and fauna. Moderate Drill Operator
Contamination
No carcinogenic or toxic material is to be used.
3. SDS on the drilling additives must on site and readily available before any
work commences.
4. Biodegradable additives are preferred.
1. Every trenchless undertaking will include a minimum of an entry and exit
pit, which will be site specific.
2. The entry and exit pits must be constructed to allow safe entry and exit of
personnel and suit the required trenchless setup distance, allocation and
approach angle, plus allowing sufficient room to safely and correctly install
Pedestrian / the conduit.
Entry and exit Vehicular 3. The pits will be sufficient in size to confirm correct finish depth of the
High Moderate All Personnel
access pits disturbance conduits is achieved, as well as containing the drill slurry to confirm no
Service strike contamination occurs to drains, waterways and gutters.
4. Where entry and exit access pits are to be excavated near footpaths, road
crossings and vehicular driveways, the work must be carried out in such a
manner that minimises interference to the public and traffic.
5. In some areas, it will be necessary to restrict work to periods of low traffic
volume, such as at night or at weekends.

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
Within reserves, parks, grassed areas, paved areas or footpaths, all care
must be taken to prevent machines diverging from the excavation line and
causing damage to adjacent ground surfaces.
Breaking of Environmental Ground protection material such as wooden ply sheets or planks to
Moderate Low All Personnel
surfaces Damage minimise damage to grass or other areas when moving machines should
be used where possible. Where the route passes through paved areas,
lawn, gardens and well-kept grassed areas, excavated material must not
be placed alongside the trench, but must stored offsite.

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Hazards Risk Risk Responsible
List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
1. Conduits must be installed as shown in the design drawings. The 63mm
and 110mm HDPE pipe used in directional bores must be in suitable
lengths to minimise the amount of joins required or 140m or 100m coils or,
in the case of a river crossing, is suitable to the underbore being
undertaken.
2. The HDPE pipe outside diameters must be de-beaded after being joined
by butt fusion welding.
3. The installation of any conduits must not have any impact on future hauling
of cables or connection to existing conduits or joining of cables.
4. This must include acceptable entry and exit angles when installed using
horizontal directional drilling to confirm a smooth transition to existing or
additional works.
5. All conduits must be positioned at the required finished depth specified by
design construction standards.
Incorrect conduit 6. If, for other reasons, the finished depth cannot be achieved, Adtech
Cable conduit
installation High Contracting Management must be contacted to discuss any issues and Moderate All Personnel
installation
Hauling Difficulties possible solutions.
7. The use of suitable swivels, techniques or spacers must be used to limit
the amount of conduit twisting to an acceptable level.
8. Spacing of conduits is not required unless specified in the project design.
9. A mandrel must be pulled through every conduit in both directions to prove
continuity.
10. If the mandrel does not cleanly pull through the entire length, any affected
locations / sections must be excavated and repaired or replaced.
11. The integrity of the entire conduit length must be proved before job can be
completed.
12. The mandrel must have a diameter no less than 12mm less than the inside
diameter of the conduits.
13. Duct tape and rags are not acceptable
14. A draw line, 6mm rope, must be installed in each conduit and secured
outside the end cap at each end and tagged for Adtech Contracting use.

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List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
Conduit welding must be carried out by an accredited person(s).
Burns All internal welds must be debeaded in a manner that does not weaken the Qualified
Conduit welding High Moderate
Manual Handling pipe strength whilst ensuring a structurally strong and weld. Personnel
1. If a project involves joining of newly installed bore pipe to existing conduits,
there must be a smooth transition in the internal diameter between the
bore pipe, coupling and conduit.
2. Because of the difference between the wall thicknesses, the internal
Incorrect joins diameter of the bore pipe needs to be chamfered for at least 50mm from
Joining pressure
Difficulty in hauling the end and into the pipe to eliminate the step between products.
bore pipe to existing Moderate Low All Personnel
cable 3. All joins must be glued by wiping a suitable primer around the pipe /
conduits
conduit and into the coupling.
4. Allow the primer to dry before spreading an even layer of solvent cement
onto the same surfaces.
5. Align the coupling and pipe / conduit before pushing together.
6. Hold the coupling and pipe / conduit together until the cement takes effect
1. It must be ensured that correct safe handling of conduits is always
observed, including during transportation of materials, unloading, storing,
welding, ropeing and installation into the borehole.
2. Correct PPE must always be worn when working around conduits.
Important areas of concern include:
3. Cutting of bindings around coils.
4. Stringing out the conduit along residential areas and roads as well as
Conduit handling Crush injury installation into borehole.
High Moderate All Personnel
and safety Manual Handling 5. Additional care is to be observed if conduits become stuck within the
borehole.
6. If removal of these conduits is to be undertaken, a risk assessment is to be
completed before any attempt at removal commences.
7. Refer to the relevant SDS for any chemical being used.
8. Only use the chemical for its intended use.
9. Only dispense the amount of chemical required to complete the task.

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steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
1. Spoil that has not been identified as contaminated may be used as
backfill, as long as it is a suitable material and can achieve the required
compaction results.
2. The backfilling of excavations, excluding designated open points, must be
carried out as soon as possible after the installation of conduits is
complete.
3. Backfilling of any trench is to conform to the requirements of the:
a. Local Council
b. As shown on the project drawing for site specific requirements.
4. All timber and rubbish must be removed from the excavation before
backfilling is commenced.
5. All excavations must be well compacted with a hand held “Wacker
Damage to Compactor” or plate vibrator.
Backfilling services High 6. Compaction should be achieved in layers of excavated material or clean fill Moderate All Personnel
Trench Collapse not greater than 150mm at a time.
7. A general indication that the correct compaction has been achieved is that
the heel of a boot will not indent into the compacted material.
8. At times a local council will stipulate special backfill requirements and/or
compaction tests.
9. During construction, the following conditions must be met:
a. No damage is caused to other services during the backfilling process.
b. Warning tape is installed along the trench above the conduit level.
10. The site must be made available for any compaction tests as requested by
the local council or other regulatory bodies.
11. Excess uncontaminated spoil should be disposed of at an Authorised
Waste Facility.
12. Permanent reinstatement of hard surfaces should be completed ASAP.
1. At completion of reinstatement and top dressing excavation grass seed
must be sown
Sowing grass seed Low Low All Personnel
2. Do not sow seeds into the wind.
3. Water down the area immediately after sowing the seeds.

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Activity Potential Potential Control Measure Actual Person
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List the sequence of Against each step, list Assess risk For each hazard, identify control measures to eliminate or effectively control associated risks. A Reassess risk for Control
steps needed to do the the potential safety and level of combination of above the line and below the line control measures are required for high risks, with with controls in
activity environmental hazard using an emphasis on above the line controls. place Implementatio
hazards that could risk matrix n
cause injury or harm
(E.g. work at height)
1. Always remain at a safe distance from any operational
plant/machinery.
2. Personnel should not enter a work area unless they are in full view of
Personal or public the plant/machinery operator.
Site Clean Down injury 3. Provide a spotter when excavating and machine either to a new location or
and Damage to Plant Moderate Low All Personnel
onto and off trailer or vehicle.
Decommissioning or Property
4. Ensure the operator is competent to load the machine and that ramps
Public Complaint are secured in place.
5. Ensure the machine is securely anchored in place to prevent it from moving
and remove keys or ignition source from the machine.
1. At completion of the works:
2. Site Supervisor must supply an as-built pack to Adtech Contracting
showing all relevant information relating to the construction of the project.
Incorrect
3. This includes:
Works completed Information being Moderate Low Site Supervisor
a. Correctly labelled photographic / multimedia evidence.
returned to client.
b. Correctly marked up construction plans.
4. The works completed must be in accordance with Adtech Contracting
requirements.

Note: All personnel on site are to be inducted onto this SWMS prior to carrying out the activity. By signing, it indicates you have read, understand and will
follow its contents to the best of your ability.
In addition, the Start Card is to be completed daily and signed by each individual and any new identified hazards or changes to the task or work conditions are
to be managed through this process initially and the impact of these hazards / changes assessed to identify possible changes to the SWMS. Any hazards /
changes shall be immediately brought to the attention of any persons who may be potentially exposed to these hazards / changes.

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SWMS INDUCTION RECORD
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