Decking and Pergola Construction — Safe Work Method Statement

Covers construction of timber and composite decking platforms and pergola structures including subframe installation, post fixing, beam and rafter installation, and decking board fixing. Addresses working at heights for elevated decks, manual handling, power tool hazards, and treated timber handling.

5 work steps 8 hazards identified 8 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section

High-Risk Activity Categories

Working At Heights

Legislation Referenced

WHS Reg 2011, Reg 291(1)(a) - Risk of fall of 2m or more (elevated decks) WHS Reg 2011, Part 3.1 - Managing risks to health and safety WHS Reg 2011, Reg 39 - Provision of information, training and instruction

PPE Requirements

Safety glasses (medium impact) (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hearing protection (Class 5) (AS/NZS 1270) Steel-cap safety boots (AS/NZS 2210.3) Cut-resistant gloves (AS/NZS 2161.3) P2 respirator (treated timber cutting) (AS/NZS 1716) Hard hat (overhead work) (AS/NZS 1801) Full body harness (elevated decks) (AS/NZS 1891.1) Sun protection (hat, sunscreen SPF50+) (N/A)

Australian Standards Referenced

AS 1684.2 — Residential Timber-Framed Construction AS 1170.1 — Structural Design Actions — Permanent, Imposed and Other Actions AS/NZS 1891.1 — Industrial Fall-Arrest Systems — Harnesses and Ancillary Equipment AS/NZS 4576 — Guidelines for Scaffolding Safety AS/NZS 1337.1 — Personal Eye Protection AS/NZS 1716 — Respiratory Protective Devices AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational Protective Helmets
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