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| METHOD STATEMENT APPLICATION OF ROAD MARKINGS AND ANTI-SKID SHEETS |
RaMsProZone's Method Statement for Road Markings and Anti-Skid Sheets outlines the safe and efficient application process. It includes surface preparation, material selection, and precise application techniques to ensure durability and skid resistance. Compliance with safety standards, quality control measures, and environmental considerations are emphasized. The statement provides step-by-step guidance for project teams to achieve high-quality, long-lasting road markings and anti-skid surfaces, ensuring safety and regulatory adherence.
Table of Contents
1.0. Scope
2.0. Emergency Arrangement Details
3.0. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements
3.1. Head Protection
3.2. Eye and Face Protection
3.3. Respiratory Protection
3.4. Hand Protection
3.5. Body Protection
3.6. Foot Protection
3.7. Hearing Protection
3.8. Fall Protection
3.9. Additional Safety Measures:
3.10. Training and Awareness:
4.0. Permit to Work Systems
5.0. Procedure
6.0. Attachments
This procedure should be read in conjunction with all relevant specifications and standards for Safety, Environment, Engineering, Construction, and Reinstatement. The specifications below are those of Utility [COMPANY NAME], however, the specifications of the adopting authorities shall have precedence where they differ from those indicated.
1.0. Scope
To provide a safe and efficient method for applying thermoplastic road markings and anti-skid sheets. The procedure covers works on both public highways and private land.
2.0. Emergency Arrangement Details
Fire/Evacuation
Emergency Preparedness & Response
First Aid Emergency Information
Pollution/Spill Response
3.0. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements
When applying road markings and anti-skid sheets, personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential to ensure the safety of workers. The specific PPE required may vary depending on the materials used, the environment, and local regulations, but generally includes the following:
3.1. Head Protection
- Hard Hat: Protects against falling objects and head injuries, especially in construction zones or areas with overhead hazards.
3.2. Eye and Face Protection
- Safety Glasses or Goggles: Protects against chemical splashes, dust, and debris.
- Face Shield: Provides additional protection when handling hot materials or chemicals.
3.3. Respiratory Protection
- Dust Mask or Respirator: Required when working with materials that generate dust, fumes, or vapors (e.g., thermoplastic markings or solvents).
- Cartridge Respirator: Necessary if working with hazardous chemicals or in poorly ventilated areas.
3.4. Hand Protection
- Chemical-Resistant Gloves: Protects against solvents, adhesives, and other chemicals used in road marking materials.
- Heat-Resistant Gloves: Required when handling hot materials like thermoplastic markings.
3.5. Body Protection
- High-Visibility Clothing: Ensures workers are visible to traffic and other workers, especially in high-traffic areas.
- Coveralls or Aprons: Protects against spills, splashes, and dirt from road marking materials.
3.6. Foot Protection
- Steel-Toe Boots: Protect against heavy objects and provide slip resistance.
- Chemical-Resistant Boots: Necessary when working with corrosive materials.
3.7. Hearing Protection
- Earplugs or Earmuffs: Required if working near loud machinery or equipment.
3.8. Fall Protection
- Harness and Lanyard: Necessary if working at heights or near edges.
3.9. Additional Safety Measures:
- Traffic Cones and Barriers: To create a safe work zone and protect workers from traffic.
- Warning Signs: To alert drivers and pedestrians of the work area.
- First Aid Kit: Should be readily available on-site.
- Fire Extinguisher: Required when working with flammable materials.
3.10. Training and Awareness:
- Ensure all workers are trained in the proper use of PPE and safe handling of materials.
- Conduct regular safety briefings and risk assessments.
4.0. Permit to Work Systems
- Hot Work Permit
- Confined Space Entry Permit
- Road Closure or Traffic Management Permit
- Height Work Permit
- Excavation Permit
- Chemical Handling Permit
- Electrical Work Permit
- Environmental Permit
- General Work Permit
5.0. Procedure
All team leaders must have Operative qualifications under the New Roads and Street Works Act for Reinstatement. All operational supervisory personnel must possess supervisory qualifications as mandated by the New Roads and Street Works Act. Reinstatement. Additionally, all supervisory staff will be provided with a copy of the appropriate documentation detailed above to enable the appropriate advice to be provided if required.
This method statement is aimed at providing a safe and efficient method for the application of road marking and anti-skid sheets within the confines of a Gas compound to assist in the refurbishment of the reinstated surfaces within the specified areas of work. This Method Statement covers works on both public highways and private land. This Method Statement should be read in conjunction with all relevant specifications and standards for Safety, Environment, Engineering, Construction, and Reinstatement.
1. Every day, before starting work, all vehicles, machinery, tools, materials, and equipment (including lifting gear) must be inspected to ensure they are safe, in good condition, and suitable for their intended use. Under no circumstances must faulty equipment be used.
2. Ensure that the flashing beacon on the vehicles is in operation well in advance of entering the site and at all times during operations on site. Park the vehicles safely within the working space.
3. Before initiating any on-site work, a Site-Specific Risk Assessment must be conducted.
4. Inspect Signs, Lighting, and Guarding to ensure the site is per required permit conditions.
5. Ensure the works are safely barriered off and remain so for the duration of the works.
6. An inspection of the reinstated areas should be carried out to ensure that they are suitable, clean, and dry for the application of road markings.
7. Sweep the clean surface to be laid upon if required.
8. The selection of materials, type, color, method of application, etc should be specified. The HAUC (Highway Authorities and Utilities Committee) specification for Reinstatement of Openings in Highways 1992.
9. Ensure that a suitable fire extinguisher is sited close by in case of fire.
10. Any gas connections should be tested with an appropriate leak detection solution.
11. Any Gas apparatus must be fit for purpose and functioning correctly with no hoses damaged or showing signs of being perished.
12. Any gas Bottles must be secured at all times under no circumstances must gas cylinders be left
unattended.
13. Check that equipment and safety devices are correctly installed and in good working condition each time before heating the thermoplastic material.
14. Ensure sufficient quantities of markings and gas are available for the duration of the application.
15. Set up equipment according to the Manufacturer’s instructions.
16. Apply road markings to the designated locations on the restored surface.
17. Ensure equipment is fully up to temperature (consult COSHH sheet for appropriate temperature ranges) and slowly apply the tape to the surface by walking the machine across the area to be marked
18. Allow to cure before testing the markings. The ability of vehicle headlamp light reflection (i.e. retro reflectivity), luminance, thickness, and skid resistance are the most important properties for road markings.
19. Surrounding areas to be cleared and areas to be swept clean at the end of each job.
20. Before leaving the site ensure that all Signs, Lighting, and Guarding are compliant, and the site is left in a safe condition.
6.0. Attachments
Risk Assessment
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