Container Hire Services Ltd

19 Blairtummock Road
Queenslie
Glasgow
G33 4AN
Tel: 0141 774 0400
Fax: 0141 774 0630

METHOD STATEMENT FOR THE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF PORTABLE

ACCOMMODATION UNITS

Contents:
0.0 Scope
1.0 Client Responsibilities
2.0 Lift Plan
3.0 Lift Plan Sketches
4.0 Risk Assessment
5.0 Method Statements

0.0 Scope
This document outlines the Safe System of Work employed by CHS and it’s subcontractors
to deliver and collect portable accommodation units. This document has been written in
accordance with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 and The
Modular and Portable Buildings Association Code of Practice 2009. This document has been
produced without a site visit. It is therefore the responsibility of the client to ensure that any
exceptional hazards present in the operating environment are notified to CHS and/or the
Operator before any lifting takes place.
This document is not intended to replace a Site Specific Lift Plan to BS7121 specification. If
a Site Specific Lift Plan is required, CHS must be notified in writing. Sufficient notice must be
given in order for an Appointed Person to visit site and produce the documentation. There
will be an additional charge for this service.
In this document, the lorry mounted crane is referred to as a ‘Hiab’.

1.0 Client Responsibilities

1.1 Provide safe access, egress and traffic management on site for the lorry loader and
operative(s).
1.2 Co-ordinate site activities of any other contractors to facilitate unimpeded access to set
up/removal location during the works.
1.3 Prevent access to the working areas by staff, contractors and members of the public.
1.4 Provide a site specific safety induction for all operatives involved in the operation. This
induction is to include any emergency warnings & procedures.
1.5 Ensure that level ground suitable for the lorry loader to travel to and from the working
location(s) is provided.
1.6 Ensure a clear, level hard standing area suitable for the lorry loader and capable of
withstanding the stabiliser loads is provided. A minimum 150mm compacted hardcore
is recommended in all cases.
1.7 Ensure that the site for the cabins to be installed is sufficiently level. Any additional
works agreed at the time of order must be completed prior to unit delivery.
1.8 Ensure that the Hiab Operator is made aware of any significant hazards that may be
present within the working area.
1.9 Ensure that the Hiab Operator is informed of any necessary information relating to
ground conditions. This will include presence of underground services, areas of
unstable ground and/or presence of voids.
1.10 Provide adequate welfare facilities for all operatives whilst on site.

2.0 Lift Plan;

2.1 Lorry loader vehicle and Hiab Operator will arrive at site and report to site responsible
person.
2.2 The Hiab Operator will receive site specific safety instructions and/or site induction as
necessary.
2.3 The task at hand, ground conditions and lift path will be inspected by the Hiab
Operator.
2.4 Area will be cordoned off by the client under instruction of the Hiab Operator.
2.5 The weight of the unit to be lifted will be established. Cabin weights and chain lengths
are detailed on the delivery note.
2.6 The radius of lift will be established.
2.7 Hiab duty chart will be checked to ensure SWL at lift radius is within specification.
2.8 Thorough Examination Certificates will be checked for all lifting equipment employed.
2.9 Appropriate lifting chains of sufficient SWL and correct length will be selected.
2.10 Lorry loader vehicle will be manoeuvred into position.
2.11 Lorry loader vehicle, Hiab and lifting accessories will be set up ready for lifting.
2.12 Unit will be installed / removed, as per respective Method Statement. Refer to section 5
2.13 Lifting accessories and Lorry Loader will be de-rigged
2.14 Hiab Operator will report to site responsible person and complete any necessary
paperwork.
2.15 Lorry loader vehicle will leave site.

3.0 Lift Plan Sketches

Standard side lift
Standard gable end lift

4.0 - RISK ASSESSMENT – SP01 - CABIN DELIVERY/COLLECTION

LIKELIHOOD (L) 5=Frequent 4=Probable 3=Occasional 2=Improbable 1=Remote
SEVERITY (S) 5=Catastrophic 4=Major 3=Reportable 2=Serious 1=Minor
Degree of risk (R) LIKELIHOOD x SEVERITY 1>2=Remote 3>6=Low 7>14=Medium
15>25=High
Residual risk is the level of risk that remains after suitable and sufficient control measures
are introduced

PERSONS AT RISK
SIGNIFICANT HAZARDS
IDENTIFIED RISK
CONTROL MEASURES
RESIDUAL RISK
LSRLSR
Installation Staff Unfamiliar site conditions
2 3 6 Staff must recieve site induction before commencing work
1 3 3 Installation Staff
Emergency procedures not known
1 4 4 Staff must recieve site induction before commencing work
1 4 4 Installation Staff
Order of works not known/General
Accident hazard
4 3 12 Staff must attend method statement breifing.
Permit to lift (where applicable) must be signed off before commencing lift.
Appointed Person (where applicable)/Lift Supervisor to
organise and supervise all installation staff.
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Noninstallation personnel
Non-installation staff in lifting area
2 4 8 Lifting area must be cordoned off and cleared before commencing lift.
All installation and associated staff must be vigilant at all times.
Lifting operation must be stopped immediately if access to
the lifting area is gained by non-installation personnel.
144
Installation staff
Contact with moving plant 2 5 10 Banksmen must be used when reversing vehicles.
All installation staff must wear hi-vis vest/clothing.
1 5 5 Installation staff
Falling objects (eg lifting chains) 2 3 6 Hard hats must be worn at all times within the working
area.
Load must be cleared of loose items before lifting.
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PERSONS AT RISK
SIGNIFICANT HAZARDS L S R CONTROL MEASURES L S R
Installation staff
Other Staff
Members of public
Lifting equipment failure 2 5 10 All lifting equipment must be within regulatory thorough
examination intervals.
Lifting equipment must not be used beyond its Safe Working Load or Working Load Limit.
All lifting equipment must be used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions
All operators of lifting equipment must be trained and competent.
All lifting equipment to be visually inspected before use.
All lifting eyes must be examined before attaching lifting chains.
All slingers must be trained and competent.
Ground conditions to be assessed prior to equipment set up.
Lorry Loader/Crane must only be set up on suitable, stable ground.
All load restraining devices (eg twist-locks, ratchet straps)
must be removed before commencing lift.
155
Installation Staff
Other Staff
Members of public
Falling Load 2 5 10 Load may only be attached by a competent Slinger.
Load must not be lifted over persons or buildings containing persons.
Persons must be evacuated out of any buildings in lift path.
Load must not be lifted over vehicles containing persons.
All vehicles must be moved away from path of lift.
155
Installation Staff
Falls from height 3 4 12 All equipment used for working at height (WAH) must be
suitable and fit for purpose.
All WAH equipment must be visually inspected before use.
Any ladders used must be stabilised. Where stabilisation devices are not available, ladder
must be footed.
Any persons accessing cabin rooftops must wear appropriate fall protection equipment. Eg
Harness and
inertia reel attached to jib.
Ladder must reach 1m (4 rungs) past rest point.
All staff must be competent in the use of any WAH equipment.
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PERSONS AT RISK
SIGNIFICANT HAZARDS L S R CONTROL MEASURES L S R
Installation Staff
Failure of fall protection equipment 2 5 10 Fall protection equipment must be within
inspection/service
as per regulatory and manufacturer’s requirements.
User must visually inspect any fall protection equipment before use.
155
Installation Staff
Contact with overhead power cables 3 5 15 No lifting to take place within 15 m plus
maximum boom
length for power cables on steel towers unless cable proved dead.
No lifting to take place within 9 m plus maximum boom
length for power cables on steel wooden poles unless cable proved dead.
155
Installation Staff
Wind 3 4 12 Tag lines to be used in general windy conditions.
Liftng operation must not be attempted during strong winds.
Lifting operation to be aborted if strong winds persist.
326
Installation staff
Manual Handling Injury 2 3 6 All staff must be fit for duty.
All staff must recieve appropriate manual handling awareness training.
133
Installation Staff
Slips/Trips/Falls on level 2 2 4 Work area must be cleared of any obstructing items and
materials before lift commences.
Any liquid/fuel spillages must be cleared up immediately
Suitable safety footware must be worn.
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Installation Staff
Other Staff
Fuel / Oil / Hydraulic Oil spills 1 2 2 All machines to be sufficiently fuelled before work
commences.
Machine maintenance to be carried out off site.
All spillages to be reported to responsible person on site.
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Standard Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements – fill box if required
Additional PPE (specify)
Protective Clothing
X Rigger Gloves X Eye Protection Respiratory Protection
Safety Footwear
X PVC Gloves X Face Visor Welding Goggles
Head Protection
X Hearing Protection PVC Apron Harness & Inertia Reel X
Risk Assessment Revised 14/04/09

5.0 Method Statements

The following method statements describe the method of works for the following
activities;
SP01a Single Cabin Delivery
SP01b Single Cabin Collection
SP01c Double stack cabin Delivery
SP01d Double Stack Cabin Collection

SP01a Method Statement – Single Cabin Delivery

1 The vehicle supplied to carry out any such operation will be a flatbed vehicle
fitted with an appropriate lorry mounted crane (Hiab). The vehicle and all lifting
equipment (crane, slings, chains, etc.) will be periodically tested and in good
serviceable order. All relevant training and inspection certificates will be carried at all
times and available for inspection, upon request.
2 The operator will be suitably trained and qualified to operate the vehicle and the
particular Hiab.
3 On arrival at the site, the Operator will park his vehicle safely, avoiding blocking
vehicle/pedestrian routes or obscuring the view of other plant in use on the site.
Amber beacons will be used at all times whilst on site. The Operator must report to the
site responsible person for induction and/or further instructions. The Operator will
provide details of the load and delivery procedure. The Site Responsible Person and
Operator will assess the level of assistance required to allow safe maneuvering of the
vehicle and positioning of the load. The Operator will at all times follow any site safety
instructions and comply with site P.P.E policy and other safety requirements.
4 The Operator will be responsible for assessing any site-specific hazards, which
may affect the safe operation of his equipment (eg overhead power lines, traffic
routes, open/unsupported trenches, nearby structures, scaffolding, members of the
public, weather conditions, etc.). These must be reported to the Site Responsible
Person. Where members of the public may be present, the working area must be
isolated and marshalls should be posted to ensure public safety, where necessary.
5 The Operator will position the vehicle to allow safe operation of the equipment
and offloading of the cabin. The Hiab stabilisers will be set up as per the
manufacturer’s instructions. Should the operator be unsure about any aspect of the
operation, he must stop immediately and report findings to the Site Responsible
Person.
6 The Operator will safely remove all cabin restraining devices. These will be
stored immediately to avoid any damage, contamination or trip hazards.
7 The operator will unfold the crane and maneuver into position adjacent to the
lifting chains mother ring on the nearside middle of the cabin rooftop.
8 A ladder, suitable in length and in good serviceable condition will be placed
against side of the cabin adjacent to the mother ring. The Operator will ascend the
ladder and attach the Hiab hook to the mother ring. The operator will then descend the
ladder.
9 In windy conditions, an adequate number of guide-lines will be attached to the
bottom corners to allow maneuvering of the cabin from a safe distance.
10 The operator will perform a test lift, allowing the chains to become taught, to
ensure load can be lifted safely, the crane is central over the load and the load is level,
with all chains taking equal weight.
11 The cabin will then be lifted from the vehicle bed into the required position. The
guidelines (if used) will be removed.
12 Once sited and level the chains will be removed by ascending a ladder adjacent
to each of the lifting eyes in turn (the ‘4 corner’ method). The operator will under no
circumstances access the cabin rooftop. If rooftop access is unavoidable, then a
harness and fall arrest system will be used as per SP01c – Double Stack Delivery.
13 Once the chains have been removed from the cabin, the Hiab will be positioned
to allow removal of the chains from the hook at ground level. The Hiab will be folded
away, the stabilisers retracted and locked. The chains will be safely stowed.
14 The operator will then report to the Site Responsible Person to complete the
paperwork and to confirm with the client that the cabin has been delivered
satisfactorily.
15 Vehicle will leave site. Site safety rules will be followed until clear of the gate.

SP01b Method Statement – Single Cabin Collection

1 The vehicle supplied to carry out any such operation will be a flatbed vehicle
fitted with an appropriate lorry mounted crane (Hiab). The vehicle and all lifting
equipment (crane, slings, chains, etc.) will be periodically tested and in good
serviceable order. All relevant training and inspection certificates will be carried at all
times and available for inspection, upon request.
2 The operator will be suitably trained and qualified to operate the vehicle and the
particular Hiab.
3 On arrival at the site, the Operator will park his vehicle safely, avoiding blocking
vehicle/pedestrian routes or obscuring the view of other plant in use on the site.
Amber beacons will be used at all times whilst on site. The Operator must report to the
site responsible person for induction and/or further instructions. The operator will
provide details of the load and collection procedure. The Site Responsible Person and
Operator will assess the level of assistance required to allow safe maneuvering of the
vehicle and subsequent lifting operation. The Operator will at all times follow any site
safety instructions, comply with site P.P.E policy and other safety requirements, as
directed.
4 The Operator will be responsible for assessing any site-specific hazards, which
may affect the safe operation of his equipment (eg overhead power lines, traffic
routes, open/unsupported trenches, nearby structures, scaffolding, members of the
public, weather conditions, etc.). These must be reported to the Site Responsible
Person. Where members of the public may be present, the working area must be
isolated and marshalls should be posted to ensure public safety, where necessary.
5 The Operator will position the vehicle to allow safe operation of the equipment
and loading of the cabin. The Hiab and vehicle will be set up as per the manufacturer’s
instructions. Should the operator be unsure about any aspect of the operation, he
must stop immediately and report findings to the Site Responsible Person.
7 The operator will unfold the crane and maneuver down to allow attachment of
the lifting chains at ground level. The Hiab will than be positioned above the cabin
ready for attachment of the lifting chains.
9 In windy conditions, an adequate number of guide-lines will be attached to the
bottom corners to allow maneuvering of the cabin from a safe distance.
10 The chains will be attached to the cabin by ascending a ladder placed adjacent
to each of the lifting eyes in turn (the ‘4 corner’ method). The operator will under no
circumstances access the cabin rooftop. If rooftop access is unavoidable, then a
harness and inertia reel system will be used as per SP01d – Double Stack Collection.
11 The operator will then perform a test lift, allowing the chains to become taught,
to ensure load can be lifted safely, the hook is central over the load and the load is
level, with all chains taking equal weight.
12 The cabin will then be lifted onto the vehicle bed and positioned ready for
transport. The Hiab hook will be positioned on the nearside middle of the cabin to
enable detachment from ladder access.
13 The operator will ascend a ladder positioned nearside middle of the unit and
detach the mother ring from the Hiab hook. The chains will be left on the roof of the
cabin and twisted over to prevent movement whilst in transit. The operator will then
descend the ladder.
14 The guidelines (if used) will be removed and the ladder will be stowed.
15 The Hiab will be folded away, the stabilisers retracted and locked.
16 The cabin will be secured to the vehicle with a minimum of 2 ratchet straps,
which go over the cabin roof and chains.
17 The operator will then report to the Site Responsible Person to complete the
paperwork and to confirm with the client that the cabin has been collected
satisfactorily.
18 Vehicle will leave site. Site safety rules will be followed until clear of the gate.

SP01c Method Statement – Double Stack Cabin Delivery

1 The vehicle supplied to carry out any such operation will be a flatbed vehicle
fitted with an appropriate lorry mounted crane (Hiab). The vehicle and all lifting
equipment (crane, slings, chains, etc.) will be periodically tested and in good
serviceable order. All relevant training and inspection certificates will be carried at all
times and available for inspection, upon request.
2 The operator will be suitably trained and qualified to operate the vehicle and the
particular Hiab.
3 On arrival at the site, the Operator will park his vehicle safely, avoiding blocking
vehicle/pedestrian routes or obscuring the view of other plant in use on the site.
Amber beacons will be used at all times whilst on site. The Operator must report to the
site responsible person for induction and/or further instructions. The operator will
provide details of the load and delivery procedure. The Site Responsible Person and
Operator will assess the level of assistance required to allow safe maneuvering of the
vehicle and positioning of the load. The operator, at all times, follow any site safety
instructions and comply with site P.P.E policy and other safety requirements.
4 The Operator will be responsible for assessing any site-specific hazards, which
may affect the safe operation of his equipment (eg overhead power lines, traffic
routes, open/unsupported trenches, nearby structures, scaffolding, members of the
public, weather conditions, etc.). These must be reported to the Site Responsible
Person. Where members of the public may be present, the working area must be
isolated and marshalls should be posted to ensure public safety, where necessary.
5 The Operator will position the vehicle to allow safe operation of the equipment
and offloading of the cabin. The Hiab stabilisers will be set up as per the
manufacturer’s instructions. Should the operator be unsure about any aspect of the
operation, he must stop immediately and report findings to the Site Responsible
Person.
6 The Operator will don a full body safety harness.
7 The Operator will safely remove all cabin restraining devices. These will be
stored immediately to avoid any damage, contamination or trip hazards.
8 The operator will unfold the crane and maneuver into position to allow
attachment of a fall arrestor to the Hiab jib at ground level. The Hiab hook will then be
positioned adjacent to the lifting chains mother ring on the nearside middle of the
cabin rooftop.
9 A ladder, suitable in length and in good serviceable condition will be placed
against side of the cabin adjacent to the mother ring. The Operator will ascend the
ladder and attach the Hiab hook to the mother ring. The Operator will then descend
the ladder.
10 In windy conditions, an adequate number of guide-lines will be attached to the
bottom corners to allow maneuvering of the cabin from a safe distance. The ropes will
be doubled up to allow release from ground level.
11 The operator will perform a test lift, allowing the chains to become taught, to
ensure load can be lifted safely, the crane is central over the load and the load is level,
with all chains taking equal weight.
12 The cabin will then be lifted from the vehicle bed into the required position on
top of the ground floor cabin. The guidelines (if used) will be removed.
13 Once sited and level the chains will be removed. This will be done by the
operator attaching his harness to the fall arrestor cable and ascending the ladder onto
the cabin rooftop. Each of the lifting eyes will then be removed in turn. The Operator
will then descend the ladder and detach the fall arrestor cable when he is on the
ground.
14 Once the chains have been removed from the cabin, the Hiab will be
maneuvered down to allow removal of the chains and fall arrestor from the hook at
ground level. The Hiab will be folded away, the stabilisers retracted and locked. The
chains and fall arrestor will be safely stowed.
15 The operator will then report to the Site Responsible Person to complete the
paperwork and to confirm with the client that the cabin has been delivered
satisfactorily.
16 Vehicle will leave site. Site safety rules will be followed until clear of the gate.

SP01d Method Statement – Double Stack Cabin Collection

1 The vehicle supplied to carry out any such operation will be a flatbed vehicle
fitted with an appropriate lorry mounted crane (Hiab). The vehicle and all lifting
equipment (crane, slings, chains, etc.) will be periodically tested and in good
serviceable order. All relevant training and inspection certificates will be carried at all
times and available for inspection, upon request.
2 The operator will be suitably trained and qualified to operate the vehicle and the
particular Hiab.
3 On arrival at the site, the Operator will park his vehicle safely, avoiding blocking
vehicle/pedestrian routes or obscuring the view of other plant in use on the site.
Amber beacons will be used at all times whilst on site. The Operator must report to the
site responsible person for induction and/or further instructions. The operator will
provide details of the load and collection procedure. The Site Responsible Person and
Operator will assess the level of assistance required to allow safe maneuvering of the
vehicle and subsequent lifting operation. The Operator will at all times follow any site
safety instructions, comply with site P.P.E policy and other safety requirements, as
directed.
4 The Operator will be responsible for assessing any site-specific hazards, which
may affect the safe operation of his equipment (eg overhead power lines, traffic
routes, open/unsupported trenches, nearby structures, scaffolding, members of the
public, weather conditions, etc.). These must be reported to the Site Responsible
Person. Where members of the public may be present, the working area must be
isolated and marshalls should be posted to ensure public safety, where necessary.
5 The Operator will position the vehicle to allow safe operation of the equipment
and loading of the cabin. The Hiab and vehicle will be set up as per the manufacturer’s
instructions. Should the operator be unsure about any aspect of the operation, he
must stop immediately and report findings to the Site Responsible Person.
7 The operator will unfold the Hiab and maneuver the hook down to allow
attachment of the lifting chains and fall arrestor (to the jib) at ground level. The Hiab
will than be positioned above the cabin ready for attachment of the lifting chains.
19 In windy conditions, an adequate number of guide-lines will be attached to the
bottom corners using a ladder to allow maneuvering of the cabin from a safe distance.
20 The Operator will don a full body safety harness.
21 The chains will be detached from the cabin. This will be done by the operator
attaching his harness to the fall arrestor and ascending the ladder onto the cabin
rooftop. Each of the lifting eyes will then be attached in turn. The Operator will then
descend the ladder and detach the fall arrestor cable when he is on the ground.
22 The operator will then perform a test lift, allowing the chains to become taught,
to ensure load can be lifted safely, the hook is central over the load and the load is
level, with all chains taking equal weight.
23 The cabin will then be lifted onto the vehicle bed and positioned ready for
transport. The Hiab hook will be positioned on the nearside middle of the cabin to
enable detachment from ladder access.
24 The operator will ascend a ladder positioned nearside middle of the unit and
detach the mother ring from the Hiab hook. The chains will be left on the roof of the
cabin and twisted over to prevent movement whilst in transit. The operator will then
descend the ladder.
25 The guidelines (if used) will be removed and the ladder will be stowed.
26 The Hiab hook will be maneuvered down and the fall arrestor will be removed
from the Hiab at ground level. The Hiab will then be folded away, the stabilisers
retracted and locked ready for transport.
27 The cabin will be secured to the vehicle with a minimum of 2 ratchet straps,
which go over the cabin roof and chains.
28 The operator will then report to the site responsible person to complete the
paperwork and to confirm with the client that the cabin has been collected
satisfactorily.
29 Vehicle will leave site. Site safety rules will be followed until clear of the gate.