Document Title: JSI Safe Work Method Statement (RAMS)

An approved RAMS is required for all contractor activity and for non-routine site activities where no other documented risk control
procedure is in place. A Permit to Work is required for all Contractor activities on site. All RAMS must be submitted to the Permit
Coordinator office, fully reviewed, and signed at least 48 hours prior to permit issue.
Name of Company: Radley Engineering ltd RAMS No.
Address of Company: Killadangan, Dungarvan, Co Waterford
Contact Name: Mark Keane Tel No.: 087 922 4936
Email Address: [Link]@[Link]
RAMS Title: Degrease & Passivation
RAMS Register No.: RE-015
Description of Work Activity: Degrease, De-rouge, Passivation flush and blowdown.
Location of Work Activity: P01.64, P01.68, P02.53, P02.54, Buffer Level 1&2 Tech Space, Buffer Level 1 & 2 Interstitial,
workshop, P01.21 Water Room
Equipment being Worked On: Pipework
Date of Commencement: 20-Apr-2026 Completion Date: Duration of the task
No. of persons 4

Signoff Section: This is completed once the RAMS has been reviewed. Revision

Name Sign Date 0 1 2 3 4

Role
RAMS Author Carlos Bastos X
Person in Charge Mark Keane- project Manager X
SISK Supervision Allen Wilson X
SISK EHS Charles Rodgers X

Does any part of the work activity involve any of the following? If Yes, SME please sign & date.
Yes No
1 Line Breaking X
2 Confined Space Entry X
3 Hot Works X
4 Working at Height X
5 Safety Critical Equipment X
Bypass
6 Fire System Impairment X
7 Critical Lifts X
8 Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) X
9 Live Electrical Work X
10 Excavation X

Area Owner

System Owner (if applicable) *

Janssen DRI (If applicable)

Permit Requestor

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Work is Authorised to proceed. This RAMS has been accepted by the permit coordinator. The Contractor undertaking the work is
responsible to ensure that this Risk Assessment Method Statement is always fully complied with during the works. Where any
deviations are foreseen, works must be stopped, and the RAMS revised and resubmitted for review. Authorisation to proceed with
this document does not relieve the contractor of any legal obligations arising from them.
Permit Coordinator

* If works associated with this RAMS relate to multiple areas then a representative from each area must sign off as Area Owner overleaf.

Permit to Work – Roles & Responsibilities

Role Responsibilities
Permit Requestor This is the person the Janssen or SISK Group representative who is managing the
activity requiring the issuance of a work permit. This is the person who prepares the
permit with general information, hazard identification, risk assessment and defining
measures to reduce risk.
Permit to Work Supervisor - This is an authorised person who evaluates if the permitting process is correctly
SME applied
Area Owner This is an employee representing Janssen or SISK Group who is technical owner of
the area or system(s) where the activities occur. For manufacturing installations
such as sewers, water and electricity are usually owned by the facilities
/maintenance manager.
The area owner or authorized designee is the person who “owns” or best
understands the area(s) and system(s) on which the proposed work will be
performed. This person:
 Agrees to permit persons carrying out the work their area.
 Ensures other activities in the area do not impact on the proposed works
 Ensures the designated area is in a controlled and safe condition prior to the
work being started.
 Checks that the work is left safe when it is completed for the day.
Person In Charge This is a contractor or Janssen or SISK Group employee who either conducts the work
himself or herself, or who is leading a crew of individuals who will carry out the work.
The person in charge is responsible for overseeing the execution of the work
activities in accordance with the stated scope of work and the applicable permits.
This person:
 Ensures that all those involved in the work activity are aware of the permit
conditions and requirements, and particularly the control measures required
for the duration of the work activity.
 Ensures that all work equipment being used to carry out the work is suitable
for purpose and in compliance with statutory requirements.
 Checks to ensure that the persons carrying out the work have the necessary
personal protective equipment.
 A person in charge must be available on-site at all times to supervise work
permit activities.

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If Work activity is across multiple areas a representative for each area must sign as the RAMS below as Area Owner
Revision
Area Print Name Signature Date 0 1 2 3 4

COMMENT SHEET – ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED

PROJECT:
CONTRACT NO. DATE:

SECTION/PAGE CLARIFICATION REQUIRED INITIALS

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A. PLEASE OUTLINE STEP BY STEP SEQUENCE ON HOW JOB IS TO BE COMPLETED IN A SAFE MANNER. Please
attach drawings, pictures and marked up P&IDs with this RAMS when being submitted if they are applicable.
1. General items:
Training requirements for this job:
a) SISK online and in-person induction
b) JSI online induction
c) REL Induction
d) Manual Handling
e) Safe Pass
f) Work at heights training
g) First Aid Responder
h) Black Hat Training for Supervisors
i) Gowning Training.

IN THE EVENT YOU IMPACT

A LIVE SERVICE
Immediately Call
Any of these Janssen maintenance and Operations Contacts

SISK Supervisor on duty Name: Allen Wilson Contact 086 3359171

Contractor Supervisor on duty Name: Donal O’Keefe Contact 087 4489563
Janssen CM Supervisor Name: Maria O’Sullivan Contact 087 9962000
Janssen Safety DRI Name: John O’Connor Contact: 087 0514844

In Case of An Emergency
JANSSEN ERT 021-4973999

Diphoterine
REL Diphoterine station will be located at the D&P rig, and each member of the crew will have their own
personal Diphoterine supply.

ACCESS/EGRESS:
1. All personnel to be made aware of walkways, traffic restrictions and site access routes.
2. All personnel to use all hand sanitizing stations and hand-wash stations where they are provided.
3. No personnel are allowed access to the JSI buildings except where the works are taking place.
4. An exclusion zone will be set up with barriers and signage before work commences.

REL General Notes

1. Approved RAMS will be obtained, briefed and signed.

2. All work will be conducted under the Janssen Permit Work System. If the task deviates, stop work and
revise the method statement with Janssen approval.
3. All REL and Sub-Contractor personnel must receive a SISK and Janssen Safety induction prior to work
commencing.

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4. Works to be communicated at the SISK white board previously
5. All work must be carried out and supervised by qualified, competent, and experienced personnel.
6. Ensure all required PPE is in place
7. Approved Lift Plan and Rigging Diagram to be in place and signed by relevant personnel.
8. Ensure work areas are clear of debris and have stable footing.
9. Inspect all tools and equipment before use. All equipment must be in good condition with valid
certification.
10. All plant must have a valid GA1 certificate and Sisk plant arrival sticker
11. Exclusion zones to be set up using plastic barriers only. No metal barrier will be used on internal areas.
12. All Podium ladders to be tagged, and gates kept always closed.
13. Report any damage, defects, accidents, or incidents immediately.
14. Operate a "clean as you go" policy and always use appropriate waste disposal streams.
15. Janssen Site Emergency Contact: 021-4973999.
16. If working on a system that has a LOTO in place, you MUST apply a personal lock to the project lock
box and your name/company and your telephone# needs to be clearly written on the lock.
17. Janssen LOTO procedures to be followed at all times.
2. Step-by-Step Sequence of Works:

1. Radley craft and supervisor coordinate with other Contractors and site personnel who may be in the
area and affected by the works.
2. Access routes for materials and cleaning of materials being brought into the area. – As per SISK site
logistics plan. See section 8 for move in routes and work locations.
3. Required tools, equipment and materials will be transported to the construction work area entrance
by Radley site van and unloaded using tail lift.
4. Work at height will be carried out from Podium ladders or scaffold platform built by others.
5. Tools, equipment, and materials will be brought from the work area entrance to the work area by
hand and Pallet truck or skids with castors.
6. General Floor protection will be provided and installed by others where required.
7. Once all materials and equipment are in place, Radley craft will set up Exclusion Zones with barriers
3. Pre-Commencement of D&P

1. Lines to be D&P’d will be clearly identified by means of pre-approved marked-up P&ID’s and/or ISOs.
2. All D&P works will be coordinated at the daily whiteboard meetings.
3. Note, all D&P waste will be drained to IBC tanks in setup area. The IBC tanks will be neutralised to
between 5.5-8.5 PH and drained to site process drains at a later stage after alerting WWTP to ensure
there is sufficient capacity through Janssen.
4. Materials/chemical drums will be moved/transported by forklift to the work area using good manual
handling practices.
5. All required materials needed to complete works will be put in agreed laydown / setup area.
6. Hoses will be run and whip leads connected to make D&P loop as per marked up P&IDs.
7. Radley Eng. Require 1 no. 32a 3 phase supply to power D&P Skid (Socket located locally to skid)
8. All electrical items will have in date PAT test.
9. Radley Eng will tie into Janssen Process air at an agreed connection point with a 16-bar rated hose,
disposable filter and non-return valve to ensure no contamination of process air system.
10. IBC’s will be filled with AWFI from agreed sources AWFI loop 6 sources only, see attached agreed
locations.
11. A pallet truck will then be used transport the IBCs to the laydown whilst taking care not to damage
the floor.
12. All IBC’s will have signage displaying their contents.
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place.
14. A site notification will be submitted prior to commencing works.
15. The test area will be cordoned off using barriers & signage and the exclusion zone maintained by a
spotter.
16. Signage shall be in place identifying ‘’Degrease & Passivation in progress’’.
17. All equipment to be left in agreed laydown area.
18. Spill Kit will be located local to the D&P Skid.
19. Nearest eye wash, safety shower and Diphoterine station will be identified and noted on the SPA. All
operatives are to be familiar with these locations.

Level 1 Shower Location

Level 2 Shower Location

4. Leak Testing

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1. Before proceeding with filling the circuit with air, the Circuit should be walked by supervisor and
client to ensure that the circuit is setup as detailed on the pre-approved P&ID’s.
2. Exclusion zone is to be set up with barriers and signage around passivation rig, hoses and flushing
points as per marked up Drawings.
3. Once initial circuit walk is complete and all are happy that it is safe to proceed, then the circuit Air
Integrity Test can commence.
4. Pneumatic testing permit to be signed off before any works can commence
5. Fill the circuit to0.5 Bar with Process Air (PA) supplied by Janssen.
6. Each mechanical joint to be thoroughly checked for leaks.
7. If leak is detected then de-energise, make good and restart test.
8. Circuit should be left under pressure for a minimum of 15mins, as detailed in the passivation
certification.
9. Once test has passed, then the system can be slowly de-energised via the test rig drain. Ensure drain
outlet is facing the floor and away from operator before opening valve.
10. The circuit can now be filled with WFI from prefilled IBC.
11. WFI is to be circulated with pump to remove air.
12. Once circuit has been fully saturated and vented where required, then the ambient water pressure
test can commence.
13. Increase the pressure to 2bar for a period of 15mins.
14. If leak is detected then de-energise, make good and restart test

5. Degreasing Process
1. Once leak test is complete. Place inline coupon in return line of circuit.
2. Plate Coupon to be covered with a thin layer of petroleum jelly and then placed in vessel.
3. Refill circuit with fresh WFI, use the flowmeter to record volume added.
4. Compare actual litres of water added to the water volume calculation outlined in the passivation
certificate.
5. If actual water added is within 10% of the calculated water volume, then proceed with adding the
quantity of BPD 14 calculated in section 7 of the passivation certificate. If not, then recalculate
quantity of chemical required to reach 6-8% concentration.
6. Recalculation to be carried out by Passivation Engineer.
7. Chemical resistant PPE to be donned before adding chemical to mixing vessel.
8. Chemical to be measured out and added to vessel via dosing pump.
9. Chemicals to be stored in bunded area.
10. Begin heating the rig and switch on pumps to begin circulation.
11. Once rig is in operation, ensure operator is present at all times. Keeping an eye on the pressure
indicator, flow on return line and temperature.
12. If operator notices any problems, then the rig should be shut down immediately and supervisor
contacted.
13. Keep an eye on temperature. Once temperature reaches 75°C, the degreasing cycle has commenced
and will continue at 75°C for a duration of 3hrs, or longer if required.
14. The temperature log is to be filled in every 30mins for this period.
15. Once degreasing is complete, switch off circulation pump and heating elements.
16. Carry out Break Water Verification Test and UV Light inspection on plate coupon.
17. If both tests have passed, then proceed to rinsing cycle.

18. If not, then repeat degreasing cycle until samples are within the acceptable parameters.
6. Rinsing Cycle after Degreasing

1. Connect drain hose from drain leg of return manifold to waste IBC.

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2. Before sending waste to IBC. Ensure there is sufficient free volume in IBC to take full volume of
chemical waste.
3. Open waste line valve and pump chemical waste to waste IBC, followed by a short blowdown with
Process Air to empty circuit.
4. Close drain valve.
5. Open Supply valve to re-fill circuit with WFI from clean Supply IBC.
6. Close supply valve.
7. Turn on circulation pump.
8. After 5mins, turn off pump and sample the water.
9. If the conductivity is within 5 micro siemens of the supply, then proceed to passivation step. If not,
then repeat rinsing cycle.
7 Passivation Process

1. Once rinsing is complete, refill circuit with fresh WFI, use the flowmeter to record volume added.
2. Compare actual litres of water added to the water volume calculation outlined in the passivation
certificate.
3. If actual water added is within 10% of the calculated water volume, then proceed with adding the
quantity of 50% Citric solution calculated in section 10 of the passivation certificate. If not, then
recalculate quantity of chemical required to reach 10% concentration.
4. Recalculation to be carried out by Passivation Engineer.
5. Chemical resistant PPE to be donned before adding chemical to mixing vessel.
6. Chemical to be measured out and added to vessel via dosing pump.
7. Chemicals to be stored in bunded area.
8. Turn on heating element and pump to begin circulation.
9. Once rig is in operation, ensure operator is present at all times. Keeping an eye on the pressure
indicator, flow on return line and temperature.
10. If operator notices any problems, then the rig should be shut down immediately and supervisor
contacted.
11. Keep an eye on temperature. Once temperature reaches 60°C, the passivation cycle has commenced
and will continue at 60°C for a duration of 2hrs.
12. The temperature log is to be filled in every 30mins for this period.
13. Once passivation is complete, switch off circulation pump and heating elements.
14. Carry out Koslow Test on plate coupon.
15. A Ferroxyl Test can also be done to show passivation result if required.
16. If test has passed, then proceed to rinsing cycle.
17. If not, then repeat passivation cycle until samples are within the acceptable parameters.

8. Rinsing Cycle after Passivation and Final Flush

1. Before sending waste to Waste IBC, ensure there is sufficient free volume in IBC to take full volume of
chemical waste.
2. Open waste line valve and pump chemical waste to waste IBC, followed by a short blowdown with
Process Air to empty circuit.
3. Close drain valve.
4. Open Supply valve to re-fill circuit with WFI from clean Supply IBC.
5. Close supply valve.
6. Turn on circulation pump.
7. After 5mins, turn off pump and sample water.
8. Open waste line valve and pump chemical waste to waste IBC followed by a short blowdown with

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Process Air to empty circuit.
9. Close drain valve.
10. If the conductivity is within 5 micro siemens of the supply, then proceed to blowdown step. If not,
then repeat rinsing cycle.
11. Open return line drains valve and pump flush water to IBC followed by a short blowdown to empty
circuit.
12. Close drain valve.
13. All information above will be recorded on the Degreasing & Passivation Certification / Certificate of
Conformance and handed over to client on completion of the process with calibration certification
and chemical MSDS sheets.
9. Drying

1. Process Air supply from Janssen is to be used for the drying process.
2. Sample the process air at inlet to read the dew point. Document this reading in section 14 of
passivation certificate.
3. Any residual water remaining in circuit will be blown out to achieve desired dew point.
4. As an indicator, inlet dew point should be < -40C.
5. Open inline valves to allow air through the circuit.
6. Periodically sample dew point readings on return to rig and outlined on the P&ID's.
7. Let circuit blowdown until dewpoint readings on return line s; -20°C.
8. Use hearing protection where necessary.

10 Reinstatement
.
1. Reinstate all valves and equipment that were previously removed for passivation. See section 4 of
passivation certificate.
2. Each piece of reinstated equipment will be signed for in section 4 of the certificate of passivation by
the person carrying out task.
3. Carry out check before final sign-off to ensure that each piece of removed equipment has been fully
reinstated.

11 Comfort Test
.
1. Once reinstatement is complete, a 0.5 bar comfort test must be carried out to ensure all mechanical
joints are good.
2. Ensure test rig has a calibrated PI and PSV and check calibrations are in date.
3. Process Air is to be used for test to ensure no contamination to pipework.
4. Test is to be documented in accompanying test pack with marked up P&ID’s.
5. Once test has passed, de-energise system and remove test rig and re-make last remaining
connections.
6. If leak is detected, de-energise, make good and restart test.
12 Discharge of waste
.
1. Degreasing and Passivation Chemicals are to be stored in bunded IBC’s until wastewater plant can
take them.
2. Wastewater is to be neutralised.
3. Once WWTP have give the go ahead, Wastewater will be pumped to pre-approved process drain.
4. WWTP will be notified of Volumes and pH prior to disposal.
13 General close out activities

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1. All hoses, IBC tanks and equipment to be removed, instruments to be reinstated and piping
connected to equipment.
2. Once works in each area are completed, remove barriers, carry out housekeeping check and reinstate
area for use by all.
3. Waste to be disposed of in designated project waste facilities provided.
4. Close out work permits and return to task supervisor for sign off.
14 Water Supply
.
1. Water be sourced in the water room
2. IBC container placed on a pallet will be filled with water in the water room.
3. Using a pallet truck the IBC will be transported from the water room along the spine corridor to the
buffer room
4. D&P will connect to the IBC water supply
5. This task will be repeated when necessary
6. Spotter in place during the transport of the IBC
7. Spill kit available at all times

Location of water supply in water room

B. Are any parts of the work activity to be sub- Yes No

contracted? X
If yes, please enter sub-Contractor details below:
Note 1: Contracting companies using sub-contractor companies to complete work activities on-site are required to
maintain on-file and on-site a copy of the sub-contracting company’s Safety Statement as well as copies of all
related risk assessments and training records.
Company Work
Name: Activity:
Company Work
Name: Activity:
Company Work
Name: Activity:
Company Work
Name: Activity:

C. Details of all tools and work equipment which are being used to complete the work activity.
Site Van D&P Skid
Barriers, Signage Diphoterine
Podium Ladder Hoses

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Hand Tools Electrical Leads
Fittings IBC
Pallet Truck Spill Kit

Is all work equipment and tools being used suitable for the activities Yes X No
prescribed, safe and in compliance with all regulatory requirements? Where
certs are required, they need to be attached. Details such as SWL heights to
be included
Note 2: All Portable Electrical Appliances being used on site are required to have visible evidence of PAT testing.
D. Is Confined Space Entry required? Yes No X

If yes, please provide names of those who may be required to enter the Confined Space and in the case on non-
Janssen Contractors attached a copy of Training Certificate to this Method Statement.
Name (Print): TBC Certificate Exp. Date:
Ref:
Name (Print): TBC Certificate Exp. Date:
Ref:
Name (Print): TBC Certificate Exp. Date:
Ref:
Name (Print): Certificate Exp. Date:
Ref:
Name (Print): Certificate Exp. Date:
Ref:
Name (Print): Certificate Exp. Date:
Ref:
Have all entrants as specified above been evaluated as fit for entry. Yes No
Please attach a letter to this document stating the person(s) are fit for
entry.

Please provide details on the reasons for the Confined Space Entry, detail the arrangement for same.

Note 3: All Confined Space Entry on site requires a pre-prepared, pre-approved PRCS Rescue Plan as a condition of
Work Permit Issue.

E. Are Mechanical or Electrical isolations/LOTO required? Yes X No

If yes, please detail:

Note 4: All persons working on isolated systems are required to use their own personnel lock on the LOTO box.

F. Waste: What waste will be generated as a result of on-site activities?

Any waste generated from our activities will be segregated & recycled and disposed of as per site procedures.
D&P Waste will be stored in bunded IBCs,
How is this to be disposed of?
Waste segregation and recycling skips on site. D&P waste solution will be neutralised and put to drain at a later stage
after getting approval from the WWTP

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G. Is Work at height (including ladders) involved? Yes X No

Are ladders to be used during the activity? Yes X No

Note 5: Ladders and stepladders are only to be used when the use of other work equipment is not justified because (i)
the level of risk is low, (ii) the duration of use is short, or (iii) there is an existing feature of the workplace that cannot
be altered.
Note 6: All ladders being used on site are required to be always included as part of a documented inspection
programme and visible show inspection status tags.

If work activity in working at Height, please answer the following:

(a) Avoid: Can work be performed safely other than at height? Why not?

No. Hoses and components to be installed is positioned at height

(b) Prevent: If Work at Height is unavoidable, what measures will be in place to prevent risk of falling?

Podium ladders in use with closed gate.

Scaffolding and handrails in place.

(c) Mitigate: To the extent that the risk of a fall cannot be prevented, what measures are required to be in place
to mitigate the distances and consequences of such falls?

Operatives will be trained.

PPE to be utilised.

(d) Work Equipment: Please fully detail work equipment (Including PPE) to be used for Work at Height activities,
including details and evidence of inspection records.

4-point chin straps on helmets

Tool tethers
Podium Ladders
Scaffolding
GA3 weekly inspections will be carried out on all work at height equipment.
All required working at height equipment will have a GA1 cert of thorough inspection in place

(e) Falling Objects: Is there any risk associated with falling objects and if so, what control measures are in place to
prevent such occurrences and ensuring all person are excluded from any danger zones?

Areas directly under work at height will be barriered off

Signage specific for work activity
Spotters in place
Tool tethers to be utilised and worn by working at height craft
Hand tools and small materials (nuts & bolts) to be stored in buckets/container on scaffold.

(f) Rescue Plan:

Note 7: In cases where fall arrest systems are being used to mitigate the consequences of a fall, the minimum
requirement of the rescue plan is to have a ‘standby person’ who is knowledgeable in ‘suspension trauma’ i.e.
Dangerously slow release from fall prevention PPE and is prepared to summon emergency responders in case of the
workers’ safety harness being deployed.

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Procedure for rescuing personnel from scaffold:

If the injury allows, the injured person is to be escorted to ground level via the scaffold/access tower.
If the injury does not allow for egress via the scaffold tower, call for help and assistance (Emergency Response
Team).

IN THE EVENT YOU IMPACT

A LIVE SERVICE
Immediately Call
Any of these Janssen maintenance and Operations Contacts

Sisk Supervisor on duty Name: Rob Dalziel

Contact: 087 7108340
Contractor Supervisor on duty Name: Rhys Mitchell
Contact: 083 3502108
Janssen CM Supervisor Name: Maria O’Sullivan
Contact: 087 9962000
Janssen Safety DRI Name: John O’Connor
Contact: 087 0514844

In The Case of An Emergency

JANSSEN ERT 021-4973999

Janssen ERT Team – 021 4973999

Refer to Safety Communication Board

H. Does work involve any form of line-break activity? Yes X No

Note 8: Minimum PPE required for breaking into process equipment and lines is the use of Face Shield with fixed chin
guard and Safety Glasses.
(a) Details of lines/equipment to be broken into and entry points:

As per P&ID’s attached

(b) Describe intended line cleaning method, including any chemicals being used and hazards associated with
same:

N/A

(c) Detail of intended last contents of line prior to line break:

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PA & AWFI

(d) PPE required for the duration of the Line Break activity:
Note 9: For the purposes of choosing the PPE, it should be assumed that the line or equipment has not been flushed
and is under pressure, also see Note 8.

Face shield, apron, gloves

(e) Describe, as applicable, any risk associated with held spring in lines which could result in changes in level or
sudden spring release because of the cut/breaking flange etc. or reinstating pipework:

Tie into user points or end of header which is not connected to anything

I. COVID-19 Controls Yes No

1. Have all those working on the job been informed of the symptoms of COVID-19 X
2. Have all those involved in the work activity been informed of requirement not to come X
to work if showing any symptoms of COVID-19 or feel unwell and it the do not feel well
at work to go home immediately?
3. Have all those involved int the work activity been informed of site requirements on the N/A
mandatory wearing of face coverings on-site?
4. Can all parts of the work activity be completed while maintaining a Social Distance of at N/A
least 2 meters from other persons?
If no answer is ‘no’ to 4 above, please detail any social distancing concerns or challenges and how these are intended to
be addressed.

J. PPE – Please tick & detail PPE/RPE requirement for carrying out the activity safely. Items in red are mandatory.
Specify:
Mandatory Safety Boots Type S3, Chemical Resistant Boots

Specify:
Mandatory
EN388 Cat 5 Cut Proof. 4x43F
Specify:
N/A

Specify:
N/A

Specify:
Yes
Standard EN 352-2
Specify:
N/A

Specify:
Yes
Standard EN-361
ü
Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory
EN 397 EN 166 EN-166B
Additional PPE: Full Face Visor,
Chemical Resistant Gauntlets, Chemical
Mandatory
EN 175 Resistant Apron, Chemical Resistant
Boots

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K. Chemicals – Please tick & detail any chemical agents that will be used as part of these activities
Toxic N/A

Warning Yes 50% Citric Acid

Corrosive Yes BPD14

Environmental N/A

Oxidising N/A

Flammable N/A

Explosive N/A

Pressurised N/A
Gases
Suspected of N/A
causing cancer
L. First Aid Requirements: Please detail first aid response requirements for the job.

First Aid kit available in Radley compound.

Radley First Aiders: Rhys Mitchell 083 3502108. Eoin Donaghy 086 2554928. Mark Keane 087 922 4936.

Safety Shower & Eyewash Stations located throughout the building. Crew to familiarise them self with the area.
Documented on daily SPA, Diphoterine station

M. Details of task specific emergency plan (If required)

N/A

N. RAMS Risk Assessment Guidance

(a) Identify Hazards. Evaluate Hazards – Identify Control Measures in place – Assess Risk – Ensure Control
Measures are adequate to reduce risk to an Acceptable Level (RR less than or equal to 16).

Severity (S) Rating Likelihood (L) Risk Rating (LxS) Condition of Permit Issue

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Insignificant 1 Extreme Unlikely 0-8 Very Limited Risk – Method Statement may be approved
Minor (FA) 2 Very Unlikely 10-16 Attention Required – Method Statement should be reviewed,
and additional controls identified to reduce risk to an acceptable
level where possible. Method Statement may be approved.
Serious (LWC/SIIC) 4 Unlikely Method Statement should be reviewed with Contractor and
Major (SIF-p) 6 Possible 20-36 additional risk reduction measures sufficient to reduce risk to an
Catastrophic 10 Almost Certain acceptable level – Method Statement must not be approved.

Severity
Likelihood Insignificant Minor Serious Major Catastrophic
1 2 4 6 10
Likely 10 10 20 40 60 100
Possible 6 6 12 24 36 60
Unlikely 4 4 8 16 24 40
Very Unlikely 2 2 4 8 12 20
Extreme Unlikely 1 1 2 4 6 10

Severity 1 2 4 6 10
Examples
LOCAL No annoyance Limited Serious annoyance, Reversible Adverse health
COMMUNITY & annoyance, no no injuries health effects effects, one or
REPUTATION injuries more fatalities
HEALTY & SAFETY Insignificant Minor injuries Serious injuries (e.g. Major severe Catastrophic
injuries, first requiring SIIC/LWDC) with event with 1 severe event
aid cases medical prolonged/permanent fatality on the with several
treatment with impairment (e.g. site, explosion fatalities on the
temporary Amputation), or fire with site, explosion
impairment or explosion or fire with moderate or fire with
restricted duty limited consequences consequences serious
consequences
ENVIRONMENTAL Minor release Limited Pollution on the site Limited Severe
or spill environmental pollution pollution
annoyance outside the site outside the site
BUSINESS Financial loss 20,000 $ ≤ 200,000 $ ≤ Financial 2,000,000 $ ≤ Financial loss ≤
IMPACT <20,000 $ Financial loss < loss < 2,000,000 $ Financial loss < 20,000,000 $
200,000 $ 20,000,000 $

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(a) RAMS Risk Assessment. Risk Rating
No. Hazard Control Measures S L RR
 Hard Barriers and signage to be set around work
areas.
 Be mindful of potential trip hazards while moving.
 Clean as you go policy to be in operation.
 Ensure all Access / Egress routes are always kept
1. Access & Egress 4 2 8
clear.
 Be aware of emergency exits, no parking of vehicles
in front of emergency exits, safety showers or other
means of access/egress.

 Site specific PPE to be always worn.

 A clean-as you-go policy to be adhered to on site.
 Tools to be stored off the ground when not in use.
2. Slips, Trips & Falls  Only required materials to be brought to work area. 4 2 8
No storing of excess materials in the work area.
 A tidy cable management policy to be employed.

 All drivers must always adhere to all facility speed

limits.
 Employees using company vehicles must always wear
seat belts while driving on site.
 Vehicles must not be overloaded with materials or
equipment, make two trips if required.
 Vehicles are serviced as per the vehicle and
equipment service schedule.
 Mobile phones use is prohibited while driving all
company vehicles.
3. Use Of Transport Vehicle
 All drivers must hold the required licenses and 4 1 4
certification and have proper insurance for the
vehicles they are driving.
 Only company employees who are suitably qualified
are authorized to drive company vehicles.
 Park in designated set down area for works and
ensure vehicle does not create a hazard. Site parking
pass to be in place.
 1 Spotter to be in place for all reversing operations.

 Only competent CSCS trained operator to operate

teleporter.
 Report any defects immediately. Daily inspection
checklist to be completed.
 SISK plant inspection sticker to be in place on plant.
 Be aware of any change of level in the ground
Use of Teleporter surface.
4. (SISK Driver, Radley Spotting &  Be aware of overhead obstructions. 6 2 12
Rigging)  A spotter must be in place for all teleporter activities.
 Always ensure clear and regular communications
between spotter and operator.
 No other trades allowed in this area during lifting
works.
 All plant to have certification in place. Copies of GA1
to be available in site safety file and weekly GA2.

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 SWL to be identified in the works SPA

 Work area to be cordoned off with appropriate

barriers and signage.
 Liaise with others in the area that may be affected by
proposed work.
5. Other Personnel in the Area
 Constant communication with other
4 1 4
contractors/personnel
 Access restricted to only those involved in the task.

 RAMS, SPA and permit requirements for all works on

site.
 Emergency showers/eye wash stations and stop
buttons to be identified prior to works commencing.
 Report contacts or impact with live services
6. Working in a Live Plant 4 2 8
immediately, include area information
 SPA to include observation of work environment.
 Correct gowning requirements to be adhered to
depending on area of plant.

 All personnel shall have in-date manual handling

training.
 Cat 5 cut-proof gloves to be always worn.
 Craft to only lift what they are comfortable with.
 Use safe lifting techniques - size up the load.
 Good broad base, correct grip, bend knees.
 Back straight, head up, arms close by side.
 Use momentum in direction of movement.
 Craft to make use of mechanical aids where possible
7. Manual Handling (pallet trucks, chain blocks etc) 4 2 8
 Be aware of pinch points especially when lifting and
or bolting together equipment
 Use correct techniques and/or use mechanical
devices when needed - various mechanical lifting
devices available on site.
 Keep hands and feet back from contact surfaces.
 Care to be taken with potential sharp / jagged
objects.

 Only required materials in the area.

 Materials for task handled and stored as per best
practice.
 Clean as you go policy in place.
8. Housekeeping  Waste materials to be streamed through waste 2 2 4
management facility.
 Portable battery vacuum to be utilized to remove
dust and residues.

 Pre-use checks on all equipment to always ensure

same in good condition.
 Damaged equipment removed from service
9. Use of Hand Tools immediately. 4 2 8
 Selection of most suitable equipment for task (See
tools and equipment List)
 Full PPE to be worn to reduce the risk of injury. Cat 5

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cut proof gloves.
 Tools to be stored safely when not in use.
 Kept off the ground. Lind bins/containers to be used.
 Tool tethering to be utilized when using hand tools at
height.

 Gate of podium ladder to remain closed when

working from platform.
 Only competent persons to carry out W@H activities.
 All WAH equipment to have all statutory certification
in place and in date. (GA1 & GA3).
 All work at height equipment to be visually inspected
before use, ensure that the equipment is always in
good order.
 Ensure ladder / scaffold tag is signed off and in date
before use.
Working at Height – Podium Ladder,
10.  Report any defects immediately. 4 4 16
Scaffold
 Special attention to be given to overhead services
when working at height. Identified on SPA.
 Exclusion zones & tool tethering to be utilized where
working overhead others or where otherwise
identified.
 Chin straps to be worn on helmets.
 Tool tethers to be utilized.
 Lind bins/containers to be used to store hand tools
and smaller materials (nuts/bolts)

 A separate permit will be in place to access walk on

ceilings
 Load not to exceed 150kg on ceiling panels.
 Maximum number of operatives over ceiling.
 Designated walkways to be used on ceilings
 Follow site ope management system for ope
management
11. Working on walk on ceilings  All opes to be protected 4 2 8
 Do not stand or place equipment/tools on grill
housings as they are not load bearing
 No ladders/ scaffold to be used at leading edges
unless additional edge protection is in place
Note: all services on walk on ceilings are to be treated as
live

 Only competent, experienced operatives to operate

testing rigs.
 Testing rig to be manned throughout duration of
testing.
Use of Plant Air For Comfort test &  Only certified hoses to be used.
12.  Pressure to be fed into lines incrementally to avoid
4 2 8
Blowdown.
any sudden excessive pressure in lines.
 Should any rapid change in pressure be observed,
valve at test rig to be closed and supervision notified
immediately.
 Vent test/blowdown into D&P skid.
 Sign onto J&J permits and ensure all information is
13. LOTO / Line Break understood. 6 1 6
 Walk down of works area with Radley supervisor in

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conjunction with system owner to identify correct
lock-out points and potential hazards before works
commence.
 Personal locks to be applied and name and contact
number present on lock.
 Ensure line is not under pressure by checking PI
gauge.
 Remove bolts at furthest away point first to avoid line
of fire
 Remove bolts at the furthest away point first to avoid
line of fire.
 Spill kits to be available to absorb residual fluid post
breaking of lines.
 Full face shield, tyvek suit and chemical resistant
gloves to be worn during line brakes.

 SDS to be available in site safety file.

 Chemicals to be used in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions.
 PPE to be worn in line with manufactures
instructions.
 Always required PPE to be available. Safety glasses,
chemical boots, full face shield, nitrile gloves.
Use of Chemicals (BPD14, 50% Citric  All chemicals to be properly labelled.
14. Acid)
2 2 4
 Chemicals to be used in well-ventilated areas.
 Spill mats to be available.
 Bund all chemicals.
 All chemicals to be stored properly in the containers
and brought to site only as required.
Note: Waste chemical containers are to be disposed of as
per site rules

(b) Identity any additional Control Measures to reduce Risk to an Acceptable Level if an RR of 16 or above is
identified above.
No. Hazard Additional Control Measures Required S L RR

(c) Comments/Notes/Additional Requirements

O. Details of personnel who may be on-site as part of work activity:

Name (Print): Safe Pass No.: Exp Date:

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Name (Print): Safe Pass No.: Exp Date:

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Name (Print): Safe Pass No.: Exp Date:

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Name (Print): Safe Pass No.: Exp Date:

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Name (Print): Safe Pass No.: Exp Date:

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Name (Print): Safe Pass No.: Exp Date:

**END OF DOCUMENT**

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Appendix A
MSDS

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