Health and safety policy – thinkingbricks Limited Risk assessment – [site address here]

This is a Summary Statement of general policy and arrangements:

Ian Trudgeon has overall and final responsibility for health and safety

Aaron Clarke Tony Brailey Stephen Gough Ian Trudgeon

have day-to-day responsibility for ensuring this policy is put into practice

Statement of general policy Responsibility of: Name/Title Action/Arrangements (What are you going to do?)

Prevent accidents and cases of work-related ill health by managing the health and safety risks in the workplace

Ian Trudgeon (office) Aaron Clarke (site lead)

Yearly review of current documentation / rewriting based on any changes to work practices or components used in regular installation practices

Provide clear instructions and information, and adequate training, to ensure employees are competent to do their work

Ian Trudgeon

Company Handbook issued to all employees, updated versions submitted to central server / emailed for attention

Engage and consult with employees on day-to-day health and safety conditions

Ian Trudgeon (office) Aaron Clarke (site lead)

Phone contact throughout working day, issues raised immediately if concerned.

Implement emergency procedures – evacuation in case of fire or other significant incident.

Ian Trudgeon (office) Aaron Clarke (site lead)

Knowledge of office procedures – supervised by Wyboston team on all occasions Knowledge of site procedures – supervised by main contractor, inductions to be requested / completed on all sites

Maintain safe and healthy working conditions, provide and maintain plant, equipment and machinery, and ensure safe storage/use

Ian Trudgeon (office) Aaron Clarke (site lead)

Yearly review of current documentation / rewriting based on any changes to work practices or components used in regular installation practices. Check of all equipment prior to use by site based engineer team.

Signed: * (Employer)

Date: 03/04/2020

Health and safety law poster is displayed at (location) By main contractor at entry to site First-aid box is located:

In van / in designated site location (by main contractor)

Accident book is located: In office for reporting via phone notification as soon as possible after occurence

Accidents and ill health at work reported under RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations) http://www.hse.gov.uk/riddor

Company name: thinkingbricks Limited Date of risk assessment: 03/04/2020

What is the hazards?

Who might be harmed and how?

What is already done to minimize risk?

Is there anything else to control this risk?

Action by who?

Action by when?

Done

Tripping hazard where cables are exposed / pulled out at floor level

Engineering team and other site operatives in the working area Trips and falls Severity: Low Probability: Medium

Where possible, keep any cables pulled out from AV hub area outside of main transit areas, and within the under stairs area wherever possible.

If agreed, set up barriers around cable coils as a visual and physical barrier to avoid cables

Engineering team

Each working day, prior to use

Working at height on step ladders –external

Engineering team and other site operatives in the working area: Falling from height Severity: Medium Probability: Low

Ladders checked on each use, in line with H&S documentation and working practices as written. Ensure ladders are fixed to local structure where possible. Footing of ladders if no other fixing solution is possible.

Replace ladders if damaged Minimize time on ladders to the relevant task

Engineering team

Each working day, prior to use

Fitting elements at ceiling level internally (ie. speakers / PIRs)

Engineering team and other site operatives in the working area Falling from height Severity: Medium Probability: Low Personal injury from falling equipment Severity: Medium Probability: Low Cuts & abrasions from ceiling materials / eye injury from debris Severity: Low Probability: Medium

Ensuring ladders / stepladders are in correct condition. Handling of speakers and signal proximity to others to avoid dropping hazard. Hard hat to be worn for those working below. Use of safety glasses will be required when working overhead. Visual assessment of void before fitting for local electrical cables / plumbing fittings or other potential hazards. Gloves required for speaker hood fitting / clearing void. Speakers & magnetic grilles checked post installation for secure fixing into ceiling makeup.

Stop work if suspicion of asbestos or other harmful materials is evident once speaker hole has been exposed by main contractor, if not already highlighted. If void is obscured by metal fixings or proximity to plumbing / air conditioning ductwork / electrical cables prevent fitting, inform site supervisor before proceeding.

Engineering team

Each working day, as relevant to task

What is the hazards?

Who might be harmed and how?

What is already done to minimize risk?

Is there anything else to control this risk?

Action by who?

Action by when?

Done

Fixing of wall outlets with hand tools

Engineering team Cuts & abrasions to hands Severity: Low Probabilty: Medium

Ensuring correct tools are used for all hand-based tasks, hand tool handling advice followed (when stripping / cutting cables, wrist technique on use), gloves and safety glasses to be worn if clearing backboxes if relevant

Check hand tools are suitable for the purpose / in correct condition

Engineer team Each working day, as relevant to task

Fitting elements into lighting control enclosures

Engineering team and other operatives in the working area Electric shock hazard Severity: High Probability: Low

Ensuring collaborative working with site electrical contractors involved in the first and second fix of lighting cabling / fittings / lamps. Working within NICEIC guidelines for safe working, isolation of Control4 equipment from high / mains voltage supplies by electrical contractors prior to enclosure being declared safe to work within designated panel.

Ensuring site relationships are clarified and conditions understood on Day One (as well as prior to commencement of works on sites). Enclosures will not be worked on until officially designated SAFE / DEAD by the attending electrical contractor.

Engineering team and site designated electrical contractor / site manager

Each working day on relevant lighting control works

Delivery of lighting enclosures, for second fix into designated positions – for electrical contractor (who will first fix enclosures before second fix)

Operatives / assisting parties with delivery of large package to site – potential personal injury / back injury from lifting Falling from height Severity: Medium Probability: Low Personal injury from falling equipment Severity: Medium Probability: Low

Packaging has been assessed and is being fixed by Briggs team in advance of second fix. Each enclosure weighs approximately 25 kg and cannot be split into lighter loads. Load will be unwieldy and will need to be considered as will need to be transported from ground level (front entrance) down to lower ground level via one staircase. HSE lifting guidelines would suggest 2 personnel required for the lift at average lifting capacity of 20-25 kg each

Ensure transport route is clear of obstacles / site materials. Ensure there is a way (lifting aid / use of the hoist) to move the enclosures. Post-delivery: When the enclosure is being fitted, it may need to be held prior to the fixing points being made so it can be fixed more easily to the wall of the hub as proposed – this may require two man team.

Site designated electrical contractor / site manager

Prior to delivery: assess route, available personnel to assist operatives

What is the hazards?

Who might be harmed and how?

What is already done to minimize risk?

Is there anything else to control this risk?

Action by who?

Action by when?

Done

Fixing of lighting enclosure, for second fix into designated hub area

Operatives / assisting parties with installation on site - potential personal injury from dropping screen overhead / back injury from lifting Falling from height Severity: Medium Probability: Low Personal injury from falling equipment Severity: Medium Probability: Low

Design documentation has been prepared & submitted proposing fixing method. Structural assessment of ceiling makeup to ensure strong fixing positions. Correct PPE to be worn, including gloves and hard hat

Ensure strong / adjustable fixing positions to allow post installation adjustment to level and ensure the enclosure is straight / perpendicular to the trunking when installed.

Engineering team and site designated electrical contractor / site manager

Each working day on relevant lighting control works

Survey / fixing of roof based TV and satellite array at roof level

Engineering team at rig location – working at height hazards, falling from height Falling from height Severity: Medium Probability: Low Personal injury from falling equipment Severity: Low (roof) / High (ground) Probability: Low

Correct fixing of ladders required for access, if relevant. This should be in accordance with Working at Height regulations / CAI Code of Practice. Use of safety harness / clipping into man safe system or to an agreed scaffolding structure securely fixed to building at roof level. This will need to be agreed / checked prior to commencement of both survey and any installation works (if at different times)

Weather conditions will dictate works – i.e wind levels, rain/snow are example of conditions that will require assessment and should stop works if weather conditions change during works

Engineering team

Each working day, prior to use

Hygiene Requirements / Social distancing (amended, directly related to COVID-19 as of 23rd March 2020)

Engineering team and other site operatives in the working area Severity: treat as High Probability: treat as High

Hygiene requirements: Antibacterial/cleaning products to be used. Follow the application instructions of all cleaning products. Wash your hands with soap and water before your shift. Washing your hands with soap and water on a regular basis (20-second hand wash). Wash hands prior to and after eating or handling food. Wash your hands after you have finished your shift. Wash your hands both prior to and after using toilet facilities. Wash your hands as soon as you get home. Use hand sanitiser that has been made available for use. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. Enhanced cleaning procedures to be adopted across site, including: Frequent touch points Lift and hoist controls Plant, machinery & equipment touch points or controls Office Equipment, Keyboards, photocopiers, Telephones, Desk Surfaces

Social distancing: Social distancing of 2m (6.5ft) from other people is to be maintained AT ALL TIMES. Individuals have a responsibility to be fully compliant. Where works cannot be carried out in adherence to 2m social distancing rule, works are not to be proceed until satisfactory arrangements have been made. Avoid non-essential use of public transport when possible. Works to be co-ordinated to minimise contact between workers. Where lifts/hoist use is required, ensure you adhere to principle contractor requirements and only use if the 2m social distancing requirement can be complied with. Any ‘lone working’ should have a suitable action plan in place detailed within Method Statement Risk Assessments. Do not travel to site on public transport

Engineering team and site designated electrical contractor / site manager

Each working day on relevant works

Manual Handling (amended, directly related to COVID-19 as of 23rd March 2020)

Engineering team and other site operatives in the working area Severity: treat as High Probability: treat as High

Manual Handling: Manual Handling operations requiring ‘two-man’ lifting should be ceased unless compliant with social distancing requirements (2m). Appropriate PPE is to be donned for all operations. Where possible mechanical aids have been utilized, controls or touch points are to be cleaned regularly. Ensure Manual Handling requirements outlined in Method Statement Risk Assessments are complied with.

Compliance with Principal Contractor arrangements: All operatives must comply with any requirements set out by the Principal Contractor (e.g. welfare restrictions/staggering, site access requirements, social distancing etc.).

Engineering team and site designated electrical contractor / site manager

Each working day on relevant works

See specific Satellite and TV Method statement (addendum below)

TO BE READ IN ADVANCE OF THE METHOD STATEMENT – BASIC REQUIREMENTS: Travel to the work site. Travelling to the worksite should be undertaken with regard and observance of all applicable laws and obligations. The route should be researched and planned, and adequate time given to allow for safe completion of the journey. Adequate rest breaks should be taken to avoid personal fatigue. Where necessary travel days may need to be incorporated to facilitate the safe undertaking of the journey to the work site. If any incidents occur during the journey, of whatever magnitude, then they should immediately be reported to thinkingbricks Limited (in most situations, contact Ian Trudgeon first on 07904640913). Where a Road Traffic Incident occurs, then the statutory regulations and procedures MUST BE FOLLOWED, and in addition notification of the incident must also be made to thinkingbricks Limited Ltd. If there are any delays in the journey that will result in an altered time of arrival at the work site this should be relayed to Thinkingbricks Limited Ltd and also to the contact at the work site to enable any alternative plans to be made. The thinkingbricks Limited office can be contacted on 01480479357. Out of office hours, the telephone will divert to the relevant On-Call personnel. Arrival at the work Site Upon arrival, no work is to be undertaken until the relevant contact has been made. The crew is to follow the work sites’ signing in and induction process as detailed by the venue. Contact should be made with the relevant site manager for the main contractor responsible for the work site with regard to access to the work site, fire precautions and escape routes, unloading location, and any additional information related to the work site, Health and Safety practices etc. Work can begin once the Health and Safety requirements have been met. Personnel should where appropriate wear the following Personnel Protective Equipment - (PPE):

1. Steel Toe Cap Boots 2. High Visibility vest 3. Hard Hat 4. Where necessary or designated as mandatory by the main contractor: suitable gloves, safety rated eyewear

Unloading equipment Before undertaking any manoeuvres the driver of the vehicle should survey the area for suitability and hazards including but not limited to:

1. Uneven Surfaces, 2. Ability of the surface to support the vehicle 3. Obstacles, 4. Trip hazards for the marshals, 5. Overhanging Obstacles and low wires, 6. Pedestrian routes, 7. Movements that might conflict with traffic.

Where any of these hazards exist, reasonable steps should be taken to negate them. Where this is not achievable then they should be risk assessed and minimized. When the vehicle is stationary, the doors should be opened carefully. If the load cannot be seen, then care should be taken in case the load has moved during transit. Once unloading commences, the number of employees required to safely handle the items should enter the vehicle. Initial assessment of weight of the equipment and assessment of the most suitable method to unload can be made at this time (see below): Personnel manually handling equipment should be alert to the issues involved with manual handling. They should be aware and work with regard to manual handling guidelines:

1. Lifting should be carried out by bending the knees and keeping a straight back 2. The load should be kept close to the body. 3. Use staged lifts instead of one large lift. If the item needs to be positioned to the side the person should move with their feet, not their waist 4. Make sure that if an item is to be carried the route is clear and free of obstructions. 5. If an item weighs over 25kgs then the lift should be undertaken with multiple people to minimize the load on each individual person. 6. Should the load be sufficient awkward or heavy, then mechanical handling should be used. This should be covered in a separate method

statement. 7. When using a ramp to offload, then care must be taken that enough people assist with flight cases to provide a controlled descent. 8. Once the items have been unloaded then they should be positioned so as not to cause an obstruction to walkways or fire escapes.

Initial works and installation. The set up of the equipment should be undertaken safely and with respect to manual handling recommendations. Special attention should also be made to minimizing any trip hazards such as loose cabling, tools left by other trades etc. which where possible, should be moved / removed. A clear part of the site should be identified and a “station” made for the equipment, so it can be set out in relevant order and with adequate protection from damage. Once loading is completed the crew should then undertake any obligations to the site with regard to signing out and informing the site manager of the intention to leave the work site. A check should also be undertaken to ensure that the site is left in the correct clean and tidy state, and any site equipment if used has been returned to the correct positions / station on site. No tools or equipment should be left on site. Any equipment relevant to the installation which cannot be installed should be left in a secure part of the site, in agreement with the site manager. Any possibility of cutting / fracturing other supplies to the site (electrical / water for example) should be assessed prior to commencing works. If detection equipment for piping / supply does not give definitive information on the position of the above, agreement to commence must be sought after consultation with the relevant site manager for the main contractor. When making connections to electrical systems, care should be taken to ensure the integrity of the supply. Contact with the electrical contractor / site manager should be made to ensure the correct supply is available for connection to our equipment and verification agreed that it is safe to connect to. The site electrical contractor will be responsible for the certification and issuing of certificates for systems which may link to control systems provided by thinkingbricks. thinkingbricks Limited will supply the necessary lighting control equipment to site, and supervise / consult on the fitting of these components with the lead electrician, with a system design / relevant documentation. Care should be taken to ensure that there is appropriate protection for the system, and that earth continuity is maintained through the system. The current loading for the system should not be exceeded. This method statement does not cover working at height. Therefore should any task requiring work at a height of over two metres be required, that work should be under taken in accordance with the relevant Risk Assessment.

Commissioning of systems. Work should be undertaken such that it does not leave any part of the system inoperable, unsafe or insecure. Some works will require working with other colleagues on site, and this should be co-ordinated with them in advance of the commissioning phase. IMPORTANT: In all cases, home network and automation systems will require an active broadband service incoming to the property – commissioning cannot commence / complete until this is in place. Attention should be paid to the requirements laid out by the main contractor – if “turnkey” operation is required, then the commissioning must reflect this. Any operational manuals where required must be left with the relevant personnel, who can guarantee the manuals will be passed direct to the purchaser. Method Statement caveats Should tasks be required to be undertaken that are outside the scope of these works then they should be referred back to the thinkingbricks Limited office before being undertaken. These works will be reviewed under the guidance of the relevant Risk Assessment. COVID-19 ADDITIONAL information – PLEASE READ Construction sites operating during the Coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic need to ensure they are protecting their workforce and minimizing the risk of spread of infection. Part of this is to introduce consistent measures on sites of all sizes in line with the Government’s recommendations on social distancing. thinkingbricks operatives must fully understand and observe the correct Site Operating Procedures which are aimed at protecting them, their colleagues, their families and the UK population. Self-Isolation: Anyone who meets one of the following criteria should not come to site:

Has a high temperature or a new persistent cough - follow the guidance on self-isolation Is a vulnerable person (by virtue of their age, underlying health condition, clinical condition or are pregnant) Is living with someone in self-isolation or a vulnerable person.

Procedure if someone falls ill: If anyone develops a high temperature or a persistent cough while at work, they should:

Return home immediately Avoid touching anything Cough or sneeze into a tissue and put it in a bin, or if they do not have tissues, cough and sneeze into the crook of their elbow.

They must then follow the guidance on self-isolation and not return to work until their period of self-isolation has been completed. Travel to Site Wherever possible, workers should travel to site, alone, using their own company transport. Hand Washing

Before entering/leaving site Before entering/leaving any shared welfare, canteen, toilets site office Before/after unloading materials

Social Distancing There may be situations where it is not possible or safe for workers to distance themselves from each other by 2 metres. General Principles for social distancing

Non-essential physical work that requires close contact between workers should not be carried out Work requiring skin to skin contact should not be carried out Plan all other work to minimize contact between workers Re-usable PPE should be thoroughly cleaned after use and not shared between workers Single use PPE should be disposed of so that it cannot be reused Stairs should be used in preference to lifts or hoists Increase ventilation in enclosed spaces Staggered start time and breaks to reduce congestion and contact Limit the number of people in inside welfare cabins (site specific) - 2 metres must be maintained

Toilet Facilities

The number of people using toilet facilities at any one time will be reduced (site specific) Wash hands before and after using the facilities The cleaning regimes for toilet facilities have been increased

Canteen The number of people using the canteen facilities at any one time will be reduced (site specific) in order to maintain the 2 metre distance Break times should be staggered to reduce congestion and contact at all times Wash hands before and after using the facilities The cleaning regimes for the canteen has been increased Bring a prepared lunch, avoid going to the shop daily Clean down table before and after use, ensure any rubbish is put in the bin

Deliveries

Do not touch or sign hand-held devices that drivers use Simply give your name and ask the driver to write COVID-19 in the box if a signature is required

These are exceptional circumstances and the industry must comply with the latest Government advice

Method statement – site locations (various) Method statement – [site address here]

To be read in conjunction with the relevant Risk Assessment

Installation of home networking systems including: Voice, data, TV and satellite systems, Audio/visual distribution, Lighting and blind / drape control, CCTV, access control & Home automation Date Written: 03/04/2020 Written by: Ian Trudgeon, Director Date for Review: 01/09/2020 Contact: thinkingbricks limited, The Knowledge Centre, Wyboston Lakes Business Park, Great North Road, Wyboston, Bedfordshire, MK443BY T: 01480479357 M: 07904640913 Authorized by: Name: Signature Project Manager Ian Trudgeon

03/04/2020 Site Manager Site manager [enter name here]

REVISION RECORDS: Version Number Issued to: Date issued Version 1 generic (issued for comment / review)

Site manager 03/04/2020

thinkingbricks Limited hold Health and Safety in the highest regard. In all situations every available possibility should be taken to negate the need for high risk activities by seeking alternative methods - undertaking work on the ground rather than at height for example. thinkingbricks Limited staff and sub-contractors are to read and understand this method statement relating to the deployment and use of home networks, TV/satellite distribution systems, audio and video distribution systems, lighting control, CCTV and other low voltage home automation systems at the project. thinkingbricks Limited will not ask any of it’s employees or sub contractors to undertake dangerous tasks without suitable safe systems having been implemented and documented via the use of Risk Assessments (RA) and Method Statements (MS). This document is intended to be a guide to the safe way to undertake the tasks covered that are relevant to the New End project and the scope of works. It is split up into sections covering the general aspects of work site activities as well as specific tasks related to the project.

1.0 Scope of Works

Tasks included in this method statement: 1. Testing and segregation of extra low voltage cabling, prior to second fix commencement.

a) Continuity testing – to assess viability of the cable (coaxial / control cables for lighting including links) b) Validation – readiness for network connection / speed testing (data cable / control cables to touchscreens)

2. Termination of the above cabling, using hand tools / power tools (battery operated) into:

a) patch panel and cable termination enclosures in the AV Main Equipment Centre (MEC) b) central hub devices in the MEC – data network devices such as router / ethernet switches, home automation control, audio amplifiers c) room based outlets (accessory faceplates / Euro modules) d) room based devices (examples are speakers, control touchscreens, PIR sensors and lighting control keypads with specific rooms) e) lighting and blind control modules, within specific lighting control enclosures or blind controllers f) external devices – roof based satellite and aerial array, CCTV cameras and door entry panels in the designated positions

3. Programming and commissioning of the above systems for sign off and handover

a) Provision and enabling of network including Wifi access b) Provision and enabling of audio playback in designated rooms c) Provision and enabling of TV signals to designated screen locations d) Provision and enabling of door entry to internal touchscreens e) Provision and enabling of CCTV cameras and central recorder to designated locations f) Provision and enabling of lighting control to designated rooms g) Provision and enabling of blind / curtain control in designated rooms – all installation of rollers / rails / motors within the rooms by others h) Integration links to third party control systems – provision of network connection (if required – TBC) for heating and AC system (NB: component

installation and commissioning by others).

2.0 Sequence of Works

A) Cable Testing, segregation and preparation for 2nd fix termination:

• Site task briefing by Project Manager, including site familiarization, prior to commencing work programme. • Tasks will be reviewed to establish any specific requirements for equipment / plant to complete the task safely and efficiently.

• Works will be carried out at all levels in the building, and in communal as well as apartments on all floors. • Testing will involve accessing first fixed cabling within rooms / corridors and the looms presented at the main AV hub area • The majority of testing will be from room based outlets back to the MEC, using battery operated test equipment and modules

• Room based ceiling speaker positions should have a length of cable accessible from floor level or stepladders, for the purposes of toning the

cable. • Any equipment required to access high level cabling for speakers (podiums / towers) which requires erection or moving to specific locations to

be identified and checked prior to commencement, by a trained PASMA or site manager or operative.

• Testing of lighting control ELV cabling (which will be dead at time of testing) at keypad locations within hallways and rooms. • Link cabling between lighting control enclosures to be tested for continuity – access to this cabling will require co-ordination with the electrical

contractor to ensure areas are safe to access and test cabling where it is co-located in an electrical panel.

• Testing of CCTV cabling at agreed locations will be undertaken with the use of step ladders / ladders / towers where relevant – this will be done for the minimum amount of time appropriate to the test required.

• Tested cabling will be terminated at the same time where relevant. This will be done with hand tools – ie. cable strippers, cable crops, punch

down tools and screwdrivers

• The status of the cabling will be documented and reported at regular points in the test process, to the relevant site manager. A full test report will be issued on completion of testing.

• Any cable which is cut down as part of the preparation / labelling process will be cleared to a designated waste station for recycling, as agreed with the main contractor. Any dust generated by sweeping up cable should be minimized with water spread across the area prior to commencement.

Roof level cable checking: o A CAI qualified operative will require access to check the roof based installation of cabling to a satellite dish and TV aerial array. o Access to the roof will be via agreed the access routes to the roof, via scaffolding or long extending ladders. o The survey will require the use of a harness, which will need to be fixed to a static mansafe system (if present) or the local scaffolding structure

which is securely fixed to the building.

2.0 Sequence of Works continued:

B) Termination of tested cabling into relevant room outlet, hub or enclosure based device

• Tasks will be reviewed to establish any specific requirements for equipment / plant to complete the task safely and efficiently. • Works will be carried out at all levels in the building and in communal areas as well as within apartments. • Any equipment (podiums / towers) which requires erection or moving to specific locations to be identified and checked prior to

commencement, by a trained PASMA site operative. • Tested cabling will be terminated with hand tools – cable strippers, cable crops, punch down tools and screwdrivers Terminations will include:

o MEC: termination of ELV cabling (data, video distribution, automation control, door entry, coaxial TV, speaker) within main AV hub area o MEC: cables for direct termination into equipment will be cut and loomed, and where relevant, connectors made off for the commissioning

phase o MEC: cable for rooms which do not have a service enabled initially will also be cut and loomed in braided cable protection for future

upgrade o Rooms: Termination into room based outlets (faceplates), speakers (on wall / in-ceiling), touchscreen and door entry locations. o Lighting control panels: Fitting of dimming / switching modules – this will require FULL COORDINATION with electrical contractor to agree

panel location are designated as safe, with power isolated correctly to ensure dead working in the panels, for the modules to be fitted and the ELV control looms installed between modules and panels.

o Blind control cables will be left unterminated and unpowered to be terminated into future blind controllers – thinkingbricks to agree controller location is safe

C) Installation of electronic equipment to liven system cabling

• The main AV MEC will have an AV rack(s) installed for equipment such as network router, ethernet switches, audio amplifiers and home

automation control processors • The rack will be delivered to site for construction once all dust and debris has been cleared from the local area, to prevent damage to the

rack and the equipment being installed • 230V AC power will be required to power AV rack based components so tbis service will be required to have been installed and switched

over. • An active broadband connection will be required to programme / firmware update and commission the AV based systems. PLEASE

NOTE: this will also be required for other third party systems (such as heating / cooling for example)

3.0 Hazard identification / Risk Assessment:

Hazards include:

• Falling from height – stepladders, ladders and towers • Slips, trips and falls whilst carrying stepladders • Tripping hazard from cables trailing at floor level • Risk of dropping items from height • Injury from manual handling of loads, into and around site • Personal injury – from tools, metal edges, debris (falling or light debris in eye injury) • Electric shock – installing lighting control modules into dead, low voltage (230V AC) connection enclosures

4.0 Preventative and Protective measures:

Please refer to control measures listed in Risk Assessments attached.

5.0 Training, Information and Instruction:

Qualified operatives will be present throughout the installation.

• All operatives will be directed on the appropriate times and locations and will attend the initial site induction meeting before commencing any works.

• Any items / directions which are not clear will be clarified with the relevant Site Manager prior to commencing works • All operatives will have evidence of passing the ECS Health and Safety Assessment within the last 2 years • Linked to the above, the operatives will have an ECS AV Engineer card for presentation on request.

6.0 Supervision and resources:

• Senior Technical Engineer: Aaron Clarke (supervisory role to Tony / Stephen Gough) • Technical Engineer: Tony Brailey • Project Manager: Stephen Gough / Ian Trudgeon • First Aid support will be via Briggs & Forrester nominated First Aid

7.0 Materials and COSHH:

• Not applicable

8.0 Plant and Equipment:

• Hand tools and battery operated test and drills will be used on site • All equipment supplied for use will be inspected for safe operation prior to first use, AND on each occasion, that it is required to be used • All mobile towers will be inspected before first use and on each subsequent use. If inspection requires action, relevant site management will

be informed.

9.0 Technical Information:

• Not applicable

10.0 Access and Egress to site:

• All access via the normal site entrance as advised in the site induction. • All deliveries must be between 10am and 4pm. • All works outside the hoarding must be carried out behind barriers.

11.0 Waste Control:

• Waste and packaging to be taken to agreed designated area • Main contractor to remove waste via skips. • Waste cable be disposed of in the correct method as per the relevant waste recycling directions from main contractor • All waste to be put into the correct bin and materials recycled wherever possible.

12.0 Third party protection:

• Any works requiring segregation from thinkingbricks works will be discussed and if required, barriers put in place.

13.0 Emergency arrangements:

• Emergency procedures are as per main contractor emergency procedures plan.

14.0 Communication:

Site supervisor: Aaron Clarke 07837 202603 • All operatives will have mobile phones whilst on site.

• If specific contact is required, further radio equipment can be arranged if required for direct contact.

• Any site specific risk / items relevant to particular phases of construction, are to be covered in daily briefings.

• Due to phasing of works, all operatives to report to site prior to commencing works to check any additional directions for the day / time on

site or if further clarity is required from any particular signage / noticeboards detailing risks on arrival.

15.0 Personal Protection Equipment:

• Refer to control measures and PPE listed within Risk Assessments attached. • As well as mandatory thinkingbricks branded PPE, including Hard Hat, Safety Boots (with steel toe), Hi-Viz tabard, gloves & eye protection,

task specific equipment may be required for certain activities and shall be issued as required. IF IN DOUBT ASK!!!

16.0 Power:

• Onsite power is provided by main contractor. • Battery operated tools will be used for relevant tasks.

17.0 PAT Testing:

• Not applicable

18.0 Lighting

• All temporary lighting to be completed by others • 110v Lighting only • Main lighting to be provided by the main contractor, task lighting to be supplied by main contractor / battery operated by thinkingbricks

19.0 Working platforms

• All working platforms and stepladders to be inspected prior to being used. • Working platforms and stepladders must have a current tag fixed to them, DO NOT USE IF TAG HAS EXPIRED!! • Working platforms to be provided by main contractor • Stepladders will require presentation to, and a permit issued by main contractor.

20.0 Excavations

• Not applicable

21.0 Fire

• Fire and emergency arrangements will be covered in the site induction and are as per site emergency procedures

22.0 Information and inspection

• Once all works are completed the area will be handed back to the main contractor for their approval. • Relevant inspections will be carried out prior to the installation of AV racks / final equipment • All works will be QA by the supervising engineer, and where required, main contractor at regular intervals.

23.0 Monitoring

• The project manager will quality check the operatives work periodically to ensure that thinkingbricks’s high standards of workmanship are maintained.

• Works to be formally handed over to main contractor, using their handover form.

Signed by contractor for release: Ian Trudgeon

Date: 03/04/2020

Signed by operatives as read / understood:: Aaron Clarke Date: 03/04/2020

Signed by operatives as read / understood:: Tony Brailey Date: 03/04/2020

Signed by operatives as read / understood:: Stephen Gough Date: 03/04/2020

Method statement – [site address here]

SPECIFIC NOTES: Roof based installation of satellite dish and TV aerial array (written within CAI guidelines)

1.0 Scope of Works

• Install roof level TV aerials and dish arrays, on bracket and pole for above site address (all instances have been reviewed) • Install roof level enclosure for terminations and power at roof level • Terminate to first fix cabling and fit internal Gateway Termination Units / multiswitch for commissioning of TV outlets across floors • Note: method to be confirmed on roof survey – either slab mount with central pole or lashing kit to roof structure / chimney [as deemed most appropriate]

2.0 Sequence of Works:

A) Preparation • Report to site office for site induction (inductions run as requested) • Clarify any specific site directions and requirements for permit to work (where required). • Put on personal protective equipment. • Inform all other contractors/tenants in area at start of works. • Liaise with the principal contractor and other contractors to ensure safe operation. • Cordon off work area if practical and necessary to do so. • Ensure the area to be worked and exit points are clear of obstruction and that safe access and egress is maintained.

2.0 Sequence of Works continued:

B) Aerial/Satellite Installation - external (elements below dependent on roof survey) • Assemble all equipment required / Carry out a visual inspection of all equipment. • Tie rope to top of ladder stile with carabiner and extend ladder to working level, tie loose end of rope to bottom of ladder. • Level ladder in position using ladder fix bases. • Drill and fit re-useable eye bolt to wall at approx. 1 Metre height. • Connect eyebolt to ladder with ratchet strap. • Coil rope away from base of ladder to prevent trip hazard. • Fit rope grab and check for operation. • Lay cat ladder from top of ladder to work area and lash ladders together. • Never leave cat ladder unless secured by fall arrest system. • Inspect chimney and ensure it is sound, do not attach to unsafe chimneys. • Fit lashing kit or satellite bracket on flat roof mount. • Mount aerial and pole to lashing kit or dish to bracket. • Ensure antenna system is fixed correctly and rigid enough to withstand high wind speeds. • Arrange coaxial and fibre feeds and fix to rig securely, with cable ties or proprietary fixings. • Install roof level enclosure for fibre and coaxial cables, (NB: 230V AC power at roof level for relevant satellite equipment)

C) Aerial/Satellite Installation – internal (please note this may take place on separate timed visits)

• Terminate cables in each floor based hubs as per design schematic • All wall mounted TV outlets to be terminated by electrical contractor in advance for testing • Link fibre to GTU and to floor based hub areas, including basement level • Connect power to local GTUs on each floor and test operation • Check all connections and cabling for security and integrity. • Tidy work area and remove all debris to designated waste area.

D) Test and Handover

• Test all equipment for successful operation • Test TV signal / readings documented and reported by email • Snagging works will be carried out to client satisfaction. • Handover to client

3.0 Hazard identification / Risk Assessment:

Hazards include:

• Falling from height – stepladders, ladders and towers • Slips, trips and falls whilst carrying ladders • Tripping hazard from cables trailing at roof level • Risk of dropping items from height • Injury from manual handling of loads, into and around site • Personal injury – from tools, metal edges, debris (falling or light debris in eye injury)

4.0 Preventative and Protective measures:

Please refer to control measures listed in Risk Assessments attached.

5.0 Training, Information and Instruction:

CAI Qualified operatives will be present throughout the installation.

• All operatives will be directed on the appropriate times and locations and will attend the initial site induction meeting before commencing any works.

• Any items / directions which are not clear will be clarified with the relevant main contractor Site Manager prior to commencing works • All operatives will have evidence of passing the ECS Health and Safety Assessment within the last 2 years • Linked to the above, the operatives will have an CSCS card for presentation on request.

6.0 Supervision and resources:

• Senior Satellite Engineer: John Peyton • Satellite Engineer: To be confirmed • Project Manager: Ian Trudgeon • First Aid support will be main contractor nominated First Aid

7.0 Materials and COSHH:

• Not applicable

8.0 Plant and Equipment:

• Hand tools and battery operated test and drills will be used on site • All equipment supplied for use will be inspected for safe operation prior to first use, AND on each occasion, that it is required to be used • All mobile towers will be inspected before first use and on each subsequent use. If inspection requires action, relevant site management will

be informed.

9.0 Technical Information:

• Not applicable

10.0 Access and Egress to site:

• All access via the normal site entrance as advised in the site induction. • All deliveries must be between 10am and 4pm. • All works outside the hoarding must be carried out behind barriers.

11.0 Waste Control:

• Waste and packaging to be taken to agreed designated area • Main contractor to remove waste via skips. • Waste cable be disposed of in the correct method as per the relevant waste recycling directions from main contractor • All waste to be put into the correct bin and materials recycled wherever possible.

12.0 Third party protection:

• Any works requiring segregation from thinkingbricks works will be discussed and if required, barriers put in place.

13.0 Emergency arrangements:

• Emergency procedures are as per main contractor emergency procedures plan.

• ADDENDUM: Rescue Plan for Roof level works

The rescue plan entails the use of short rope lanyards, used in conjunction with a mansafe system, with inspected and suitable fixing points. In the event of a fall, the lanyard will prevent the installer from falling below the working level. This will allow the operative to rescue himself with assistance from colleagues. Once rescued, the operative should be fully assessed by a trained first aider or a member of the emergency services. Any such incident will be reported immediately and recorded in the site accident book. A full investigation will be carried out by the management team and a written report supplied to the main contractor. The harness and lanyard will be available for full inspection, removed from active use and a new one supplied for future works. Note: All installations will be carried out in accordance with The Confederation of Aerial Industries guidance documents “Guidelines on Safe Operating Procedures for the Aerial and Satellite Industry” and “Health & Safety in the Aerial & Satellite Industry”

14.0 Communication:

Lead Satellite Engineer: John Peyton 07792 897915 • All operatives will have mobile phones whilst on site.

• If specific contact is required, further radio equipment can be arranged if required for direct contact.

• Any site specific risk / items relevant to particular phases of construction, are to be covered in daily briefings.

• Due to phasing of works, all operatives to report to site prior to commencing works to check any additional directions for the day / time on

site or if further clarity is required from any particular signage / noticeboards detailing risks on arrival.

15.0 Personal Protection Equipment:

• Refer to control measures and PPE listed within Risk Assessments attached. • As well as mandatory thinkingbricks branded PPE, including Hard Hat, Safety Boots (with steel toe), Hi-Viz tabard, gloves & eye protection,

task specific equipment may be required for certain activities and shall be issued as required. IF IN DOUBT ASK!!!

16.0 Power:

• Onsite power is provided by main contractor. • Battery operated tools will be used for relevant tasks.

17.0 PAT Testing:

• Not applicable

18.0 Lighting

• All temporary lighting to be completed by others • 110v Lighting only • Main lighting to be provided by the main contractor, task lighting to be supplied by Satellite Plus

19.0 Working platforms

• All working platforms and stepladders to be inspected prior to being used. • Working platforms and stepladders must have a current tag fixed to them, DO NOT USE IF TAG HAS EXPIRED!! • Working platforms to be provided by main contractor • Stepladders / ladders will require presentation to, and a permit issued by, main contractor.

20.0 Excavations

• Not applicable

21.0 Fire

• Fire and emergency arrangements will be covered in the site induction and are as per emergency procedures

22.0 Information and inspection

• Once all works are completed the area will be handed back to the main contractor for their approval. • Relevant inspections will be carried out prior to the commissioning of TV / satellite equipment • All works will be QA by the supervising engineer, and where required, main contractor on the installation day.

23.0 Monitoring

• The project manager will quality check the operatives work periodically to ensure that thinkingbricks’s high standards of workmanship are maintained.

• Works to be formally handed over to main contractor, using their handover form.

Signed by contractor for release

Date: 03/04/2020

Signed by operatives as understood:: Aaron Clarke Date: 03/04/2020

Signed by operatives as understood:: Tony Brailey Date: 03/04/2020

Signed by operatives as understood:: Stephen Gough Date: 03/04/2020

Signed by operatives as understood:: John Peyton Date: 03/04/2020

Please read supplementary details below before signing: Access egress On construction sites, the principal contractor is responsible for providing safe access and egress to the site, the attending engineers will ensure safe access and egress is maintained for themselves and other contractors/members of the public in the area they are working in, good standards of housekeeping will be maintained by all staff. Warning notices and barriers will be deployed as required. Debris will be cleared away on a regular basis and the site left clean and tidy at the end of a shift or task. Working at height Falls from height remain the single biggest cause of work related death in the UK. Due to the nature of this work falls from height are an obvious and ever-present risk. All employees have been made aware of the dangers and consequences of falling from height, therefore, all working at height will be properly planned, organized and supervised; only competent members of staff will be allowed to work at height and it is the responsibility of the site foreman/senior installer to ensure conditions are safe before allowing any work at height to take place. The foreman/senior installer will carry out a risk assessment before carrying out work at height and put in place equipment and measures to prevent falls occurring. Where he cannot eliminate the risk of a fall, he will put in place measures and equipment to minimize the distance and consequences of a fall, should one occur.

This company will follow all procedures outlined in the Confederation of Aerial Industries booklet “Guidelines on Safe Operating Procedures for the Aerial and Satellite industry. Working from Ladders; All ladder work will be carried out following guidance laid out in the CAI code of practice Guidelines on Safe Operating Procedures Installers are trained and competent in ladder use, ladders will only be used without fall protection where the work is light and of short duration AND where the installer can complete his task by maintaining 3 points of contact on the ladder i.e. both feet and at least one hand, where this is not possible a fall arrest system will be employed. All staff and sub contractors must be trained and competent in the set up and use of ladder fall arrest systems, all company equipment including Ladders, safety harnesses, ropes, carabiners, eyebolts, ratchet straps, rope grabs etc, will be inspected on a regular basis and any damaged equipment will be withdrawn from service immediately. Ladders must be in good condition and located properly prior to use, i.e. the foot of the ladder should rest on a firm, level, non- slippery surface, proprietary stabilisers and other equipment should be used where there is a risk of ladders slipping, or if it is uneven ground. Ladder stand offs will be used where access to the roof is required, and the ladder will extend a minimum of 1.3 metres above the gutter. Ladders should be set 1 foot out for every 4 feet in vertical height. All attending engineers are required to read and understand HSE leaflet INDG402 the Safe use of Ladders & Stepladders. Please also see Practical Alternatives to Using Step Ladders Part 1 and Practical Alternatives to Using Step Ladders Part 2 Scaffold; Where required scaffold will be provided and erected by an approved contractor; the hand rail will extend a minimum 1.3 metre above the working area and a mid rail will also be in place. The site foreman will ensure a handover certificate is received from the contractor prior to allowing access to the scaffold. During the works access to the scaffold will be via ladder which will be tied off at the top, ladders will be removed or boarded off at the end of each shift to prevent unauthorised access. MEWPS (Mobile Elevating Work Platforms) to include Cherry pickers, Scissor lifts, self propelled booms, vehicle mounted platforms etc. MEWPS will be supplied by a competent company; the site foreman/senior installer will ensure that only competent staff are allowed to use the MEWP, competent means someone with the necessary knowledge, training and experience to operate the MEWP safely and without risk to himself or others, i.e. PAL card holders. Safety harnesses will be worn whilst working in the MEWPS. All staff will be trained to operate the MEWP from the ground controls and recover a “hung up” worker who has fallen whilst wearing a safety harness Aluminum tower scaffold; the site manager will ensure that Aluminium Tower Scaffolds are erected correctly by a competent person. Aluminium tower scaffolds must be used on flat level ground and the stabiliser riggers must be fully deployed and secured prior to working from the tower Daily visual checks will be carried out by the site foreman on all the above items and defects reported immediately, any equipment suspected of being unsafe for whatever reason will be withdrawn from service

Contractor/Visitor Safety The attending engineers will liaise with other contractor’s staff on a day to day basis and ensure they are aware of the risks present during the works. Staff and contractors will not leave any area of work in a dangerous condition or with risks to themselves, other contractors, tenants, or visitors, all tools and equipment will be cleared to secure storage at the completion of each shift. Scaffold, ladders and any other access to height will be made inaccessible. Is work safe to go ahead? Yes/No Signed ………………………………………………………….. Engineers Name: ……………………………………………… Date: ……………………