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Describe the activity, its location within the project, and the expected duration. Identify the responsible supervisor and the number/trades of operatives involved.
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Use this template to work method for [construction activity].
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Category | Construction |
| Owner | [Team or owner] |
| Version | [Version number] |
| Effective Date | [Date] |
| Review Cycle | [Monthly / Quarterly / Annual / Event-based] |
| Status | [Draft / In Review / Approved] |
Describe the activity, its location within the project, and the expected duration. Identify the responsible supervisor and the number/trades of operatives involved.
| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]
Table listing all plant, equipment, and materials required, including quantities and any certification/inspection requirements (e.g., LOLER for lifting equipment).
| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]
Numbered step-by-step instructions for carrying out the work safely and to specification. Each step should be clear enough for a site operative to follow. Include hold points where supervisor sign-off is required.
| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]
Table with columns: Hazard, Risk (who is harmed and how), Likelihood (1-5), Severity (1-5), Risk Rating, Control Measures. Cover all significant hazards associated with the activity.
| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]
Table listing inspection/check points, acceptance criteria, method of verification, and responsible person. Include any hold points requiring third-party or client sign-off. Use clear, directive language ("shall",.
| Item | Details | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
| [Item or requirement] | [Describe the relevant detail, evidence, or decision] | [Owner] | [Open / Complete] |
[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]
Document review conclusions, approvals, unresolved items, and next review date.
| Role | Name | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preparer | [Name] | [Date] | [Notes] |
| Reviewer | [Name] | [Date] | [Notes] |
| Approver | [Name] | [Date] | [Notes] |
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Template Structure
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Describe the activity, its location within the project, and the expected duration. Identify the responsible supervisor and the number/trades of operatives involved.
Table listing all plant, equipment, and materials required, including quantities and any certification/inspection requirements (e.g., LOLER for lifting equipment).
Numbered step-by-step instructions for carrying out the work safely and to specification. Each step should be clear enough for a site operative to follow. Include hold points where supervisor sign-off is required.
Table with columns: Hazard, Risk (who is harmed and how), Likelihood (1-5), Severity (1-5), Risk Rating, Control Measures. Cover all significant hazards associated with the activity.
Table listing inspection/check points, acceptance criteria, method of verification, and responsible person. Include any hold points requiring third-party or client sign-off. Use clear, directive language ("shall",.
Write a Method Statement for a construction activity in a precise, procedural tone. Structure with:
Describe the activity, its location within the project, and the expected duration. Identify the responsible supervisor and the number/trades of operatives involved.
Table listing all plant, equipment, and materials required, including quantities and any certification/inspection requirements (e.g., LOLER for lifting equipment).
Numbered step-by-step instructions for carrying out the work safely and to specification. Each step should be clear enough for a site operative to follow. Include hold points where supervisor sign-off is required.
Table with columns: Hazard, Risk (who is harmed and how), Likelihood (1-5), Severity (1-5), Risk Rating, Control Measures. Cover all significant hazards associated with the activity.
Table listing inspection/check points, acceptance criteria, method of verification, and responsible person. Include any hold points requiring third-party or client sign-off.
Use clear, directive language ("shall", "must"). Reference applicable standards or codes.
Project: Meridian Tower, Downtown Seattle Contractor: Ironclad Structural Ltd Supervisor: Frank Bellini, Steel Erection Foreman Duration: 6 weeks (April 7 — May 16, 2026)
Erection of structural steel frame for floors 3 through 8, comprising 342 beams, 48 columns, and associated bracing. Work includes unloading from delivery vehicles, lifting by tower crane, temporary bolting, plumbing and levelling, and final torquing of HSFG bolts. Six steel erectors and one crane operator will be on task.
| Item | Quantity | Certification Required |
|---|---|---|
| Tower crane (Liebherr 280 EC-H) | 1 | 6-monthly thorough examination (LOLER) |
| MEWP — scissor lift (Skyjack SJ6832) | 2 | Weekly inspection, operator CPCS card |
| Torque wrench (calibrated) | 4 | Calibration certificate within 6 months |
| Tag lines (20m polypropylene) | 4 | Visual inspection before each lift |
| Beam clamps and safety chains | 12 sets | Visual inspection daily |
| HSFG bolt assemblies (M24, Grade 10.9) | Per design schedule | Mill certificates on file |
| Hazard | Risk | L | S | Rating | Control Measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falling from height | Erectors falling from steel or MEWP | 2 | 5 | 10 (High) | Harness with twin lanyard tied off at all times above 2m; safety netting below work level |
| Dropped load | Crane load striking personnel below | 2 | 5 | 10 (High) | Exclusion zone, banksman, tag lines, pre-lift checks, SWL verification |
| Struck by steel member | Swinging beam during positioning | 3 | 4 | 12 (High) | Tag lines to control load, no hands on until load stable, erectors positioned to side |
| Crushing (pinch points) | Fingers/hands caught between steel | 3 | 3 | 9 (Medium) | Rigger gloves, never place hands between mating surfaces, use drifts/podgers |
| Manual handling | Back injury from bolt bags, equipment | 3 | 2 | 6 (Medium) | Limit carry to 25kg, hoist heavy items by crane, team lifts |
| Check Point | Acceptance Criteria | Verification Method | Responsible |
|---|---|---|---|
| Column base level & alignment | Within +/-3mm of design level | Digital level + total station | Site surveyor |
| Column plumb | Within H/600 tolerance | Theodolite reading at top and base | Site surveyor |
| Bolt torque (HSFG M24) | 630 Nm per design specification | Calibrated torque wrench + record | Steel foreman |
| Weld visual inspection | No cracks, undercut, or porosity per AWS D1.1 | Visual + MPI on 10% sample | Welding inspector |
| Final frame geometry | Per erection drawing tolerances | Total station survey | Structural engineer |
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