How to manage temporary works in construction - Book - Page 114
5.1 Execution risk
Execution risk
5.1.4
BS 5975-1:2024 clause 5.1.3 states that risk associated with construction, use and removal
relate to workmanship, materials, experience and manner of use. These are collectively
considered as Execution Risks and should be included as general risks, or hazards to control.
When completing task-specific risk assessments and method statements, these should relate to
the installation, use and removal of temporary works.
5.1.5
The following table identifies the worst possible case scenario if Execution Risks are not
effectively controlled and provides a list of general controls that could be implemented for all
structures. Risk should be reduced to as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP). This list is not
specific to any temporary structure and is for illustration purposes only.
Execution Risk
Worst case scenario,
i.e., the hazards
Risk with
no control
1.
Workmanship
Poor workmanship by
operatives
High
2.
3.
4.
5.
Materials
Poor quality materials
or unserviceable
components being
incorporated into the
build
6.
High
7.
8.
9.
Experience
Manner of use
Inexperienced
workforce who are
unfamiliar with
processes and/or
equipment
Equipment being
overloaded, going
beyond its limitations,
or misused when in use
*How do these relate to ERIC PD and the
general principles of prevention? Where
do they fall in the hierarchy of controls?
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High
High
Possible controls*
Risk with
control
People selection based
on skills
Quality checks during
installation
Hold points as per ITP
Supervision
ALARP
Procure from certified
source
Check prior to
installation
Correct storage
Evidence of maintenance
before use
Supervision
ALARP
10. People selection based
on experience
11. Person assessment
12. Appointment process
13. Supervision
14. Briefing users
15. Signage
16. Loading zones
17. Monitoring**
18. Permits**
19. Supervision
ALARP
ALARP
**The implementation risk classification will
determine how regularly inspections are carried
out during use and who can issue the permit
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