Fit for Purpose Plant & Equipment.
All plant and equipment (e.g., EWPs, scissor lifts, man cages, scaffolds, anchor points and fall arrest and restraining devices) must be fit for purpose and certified as suitable by a competent person.
Competency Requirements
Workers, permit issuers, permit holders, and those supervising the work must be appropriately trained, licensed (as required by law) or verified as a competent and authorised person for working at height activity.
Risk Assessment
A risk assessment must be in place that addresses, permit, rescue plan and SWMS requirements.
Dropped Objects
Establish exclusion zones around overhead work areas and secure materials, structures, and plant items to prevent dropped objects. Tool lanyards, signs and screens/barriers must be used where there is a risk of injury.