Cheshire Initiatives Ltd

Cheshire Initiatives Ltd

Method Statement
Project Aldi, Buxton.

Activity Building Demolition

Description The project involves the demolition and disposal of a steel frame
building.

Start Date 20/05/2024 Duration 5 days.

Assessor Ferguson A Roylance Hours of Work 7am-5pm.

Responsibilities
Project Ferguson A Roylance
Manager

Supervisor James Henshaw

Team Size 6

Hazards
Hazards • Demolition
Associated • Manual Handling
With Activity
• Use of Hand Tools
• Use of Plant
• Falls from Height
• Falls of Materials
• Uncontrolled Collapse
• Dust
• Noise
• Vibration

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Site Specific • Overhead work

Hazards • Building services
• Access
• Security

Risk assessments will be carried out for the activity and attached to this method statement,
will form part of the induction and must be followed on site.

Work Procedure & Control Measures

The work will be supervised and monitored at all times by a competent site / task specific
supervisor.
All works to be carried out in accordance to the risk assessments, construction phase plan in
place and other H&S management documents in place.
Site compound and welfare facilities to be set up in an area agreed with the client or existing
welfare facilities to be used that are currently present on site.
Identification of any conflicts of other working groups or work activities operating within the
same area and specify communication and liaison arrangements to control additional risks.
Work area to be securely cordoned off to prevent unauthorised access. Only authorised
personnel will be allowed access to the work area if required. All persons (including visitors)
to the site must sign in on arrival and sign out when leaving the site. Appropriate signage
will be suitably displayed around the work area.
PPE to be worn at all times on site.

Training
Only qualified / certified or otherwise competent personnel will be permitted to undertake
the work.
All operatives are to receive training on manual handling techniques and work at height.
All workers to undertake site induction prior to commencing work.
Toolbox talks will be carried out at weekly intervals during the works to raise awareness of
relevant H&S issues where required.

Access
Work at height will be eliminated where possible, through changing work procedures or
using alternative equipment.
Step ladders and ladders are only to be used for access and short duration work, and only
when there is no suitable alternative such as full access scaffolding, tower scaffold or MEWP.
Tower scaffolds to be erected by PASMA trained operatives. MEWPS to be used by suitably
trained operatives (e.g. IPAF).
Access equipment will be securely stored at the end of each shift to prevent unauthorised
use.
Exclusion zones will be established in the area below any overhead works, using suitable
barriers and signage, to protect people below from the risk of any falling tools or materials.

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Security
The site boundary will be secured with a minimum of 2m high fencing and secure, lockable
entrance gates.
All accessible boundaries will display construction site warning signage to prevent and deter
unauthorised access.
All persons entering the site will be required to report to the site office to sign in and be
inducted. All visitors will be accompanied at all times.
Before vacating the site at the end of each shift all entrances will be locked shut ensuring no
personnel are within the property.
The site boundary will be inspected daily for signs of attempted access or gaps, missing
signage or other security breaches which will be addressed before leaving the site.

Site Plant
Site traffic routes form part of the site induction.
Pedestrian routes are kept away from vehicles routes at all times.
Mobile plant and machines are to be maintained following the manufacturer's
recommendations / planned maintenance schedule and visually inspected before use.
Any faults or defects are to be reported and plant taken out of use until rectified.
Only those that have been trained and are competent are authorised to use the plant on site.
Site rules, speed limits and one-way systems and access routes, to be obeyed at all times.
Reversing to be minimised on the site and turning in the designated areas.
Signaller/banksman used when reversing.
Strictly no carrying of passengers.
If the hard hat is removed within the protection of the machine cab, it must be worn during
entry and exit of the cab and at all other times on site.
No lifting of more than the safe working load.
Lifting plan completed when using plant and machinery for lifting operations.
Stop blocks used as required to avoid overturning/ excavations/unsuitable ground.
Designated refuelling areas established for refuelling plant on site.
Plant immobilised at end of use to prevent unauthorised access. Keys will never be left
unattended with the plant.

Demolition
Work will be controlled by a permit for demolition provided by the client.
All workers and visitors will be required to sign in with the site manager and undertake a site
induction.
All existing services (Electrical, Gas, Water) will be disconnected from the building before the
commencement of any demolition works, with confirmation issued from the client.
Temporary welfare facilities will be provided throughout the project if not already in place.
PPE must be worn at all times on site. The site will be surveyed as to the foreseeable impact
on any adjacent structures and temporary support or piecemeal demolition by hand to be
carried out in at-risk areas.
Any asbestos identified will be removed from the site by a licensed asbestos removal
contractor, following current Control of Asbestos Regulations, and disposed of as hazardous

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asbestos waste to a licensed waste site. Waste transfer notice to be provided as confirmation
of disposal to the client.
Soft strip out works will then commence with the removal of all internal fixtures and fittings
by hand.
Appropriate hand tools will be used to remove shelving, cupboards, electrics, doors etc.
All glass products i.e. exterior windows will be left intact, to be removed remotely during
structural demolition
All soft strip out materials will be disposed of into skips and removed from the site.
Materials will be segregated for re-use and recycling where possible.
Mechanical equipment will be used to demolish the remaining structure carefully
demolishing top-down using push/pull action grabbing/breaking sections inwards.
Plant and machinery will be located in the correct position relative to the work at all times,
as per the manufacturer's instructions to ensure stability and safe operation.
Mechanical equipment operated by CPCS Certificated operatives, positioned at a safe
distance.
All personnel will be removed from the demolition area, and the site will be checked to be
clear before the commencement of mechanical demolition works.
Dust will be controlled by the use of mains pressure water feed up the boom of the
mechanical equipment. Additional damping down will be carried out by handheld methods
as required to minimise dust creation and spread, only if required.
Noise will be controlled by machine and equipment selection and through demolition
techniques.
Ear defenders will be worn during noisy operations such as mechanical demolition works,
use of breakers etc.
The demolition sequence will work downwards. A banks man will convey information to
plant operative throughout demolition. Mechanical plant (e.g. a 360 excavator with rotation
grab) will be used to clear the ground floor level of debris. The ground floor slab will be
broken into sections with a silenced hydraulic impact breaker attachment to a 360 excavator.
On completion of the works the site will be cleared of all materials, tools and equipment, all
voids or uneven surfaces will be made good and levelled.

Manual Handling
All manual handling will be minimised through the provision of mechanical aids where
practicable.
Where possible materials will be supplied in loads under 25kg. Operatives are not expected
to handle loads or items weighing more than 25kg on the site without assistance.
If items above 25kg are to be lifted, or unusual, unstable or hazardous items, the supervisor/
site manager will determine a safe method of handling through completing a risk
assessment and by specifically instructing nominated individuals.
Any items or loads above 25kg are to be handled through mechanical aids or team lifting.
The following manual handling general precautions will be taken:
Deliveries and materials handling will be planned to minimise the extent of manual
handling of materials.
Routes by which materials have to be carried by hand will be checked for, and kept free of,
obstructions.
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Appropriate PPE will be worn to make sure that materials can be handled safely, e.g. gloves
and safety footwear.
Two or more operatives will carry larger or heavier items.

Work Equipment
All current legislation and codes of practice regarding work equipment usage will be
complied with.
Only those persons who have received suitable and sufficient instruction and training will be
permitted to use work equipment.
Before using any item of work equipment, it will be inspected to ensure that it is in good
condition and unlikely to cause injury or harm to any person as a result of its correct usage.
Equipment guards to be correctly fitted before use and never removed.
All personnel are advised to check tools before each use and to take unsafe equipment out
of service immediately, for repair or replacement.
Periodic testing and maintenance of all equipment carried out following regulations and
manufacturer’s instructions.
When not required for immediate use, all items of work equipment will be securely stored to
prevent any unauthorised use or accidental contact with any sharp/rotating blades.

Housekeeping
All good practice guidelines regarding housekeeping in the workplace will be observed.
All spillages will be immediately cleaned up to prevent any slip hazards.
All work equipment, chemicals and substances will be properly secured when they are not in
use, to prevent any unauthorised usage or accidental contact.
During the works, the area will, so far as is reasonably practicable, be kept clean and tidy with
clear walkways as appropriate.

Workspace
All good practice guidelines regarding the provision of sufficient clear working space will be
observed.
Before the commencement of any works, sufficient clear working space (taking into account
the nature of the work, the location in which the work is to be undertaken and the needs of
any other building/site occupants) will be made available, so far as is reasonably practicable.
Suitable warning signage and barriers (as appropriate) shall be positioned around the work
area, to restrict other persons from entering the area.
During the works, attention will be paid at all times to the maintenance of clear working
space.
If during the works, the maintenance of clear working space is impracticable, the person
undertaking the work will liaise with the site management / principal contractor to resolve
the issue.

Environmental
Work that may result in the escape of pollutants into the atmosphere or exposure to
operatives will only be carried out by personnel who have been approved/licensed by the
appropriate authority / professional organisation.

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Before the commencement of any works which may result in the escape of pollutants into
the atmosphere, the area will be sealed off as required and entry to the work area will be
restricted.
Before the commencement of any works which may result in the escape of pollutants into
the local water table, suitable spillage equipment will be positioned as appropriate.
Suitable warning signage and barriers (as appropriate) shall be positioned around the work
area before the commencement of any works which may cause environmental
contamination.

External Work
External work is prohibited during extreme weather such as rain, strong winds or snow.
External work at height is also prohibited in icy conditions.
Operatives are to be warned of the dangers of skin damage before external work. Operatives
must wear appropriate clothing to protect skin and must apply sufficient sun protection
when exposed to UV rays.
Work area to be segregated from any pedestrians or traffic and signs erected to prevent
members of the public or vehicles from coming into contact with operatives or access
equipment.

Waste Disposal
All current legislation regarding the prevention of environmental contamination (including
waste disposal) will be complied with.
Any contaminated or hazardous waste created as a result of works carried out will be
properly contained and disposed of by a specialist company.
Waste must be transferred using a waste transfer note.

Cleaning
After completion of the work, the area shall be left in a clean, tidy condition and all
associated waste shall be removed and properly disposed of.

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PPE Requirements

Safety Hard Hat Hi-Viz Gloves Ear Dust Mask

Boots Clothing Defenders

Eye Harness Full Face Overalls RPE Other

Protection Shield

Other PPE

Additional PPE is required for certain activities as indicated by specific risk assessments.

Management Arrangements
Monitoring Arrangements

Monitoring of this activity will be carried out using a variety of different means such as:
inspections, checklists, meetings, audits, reviews, and employee consultation. The
supervisor will carry out regular inspections of the works and highlight any concerns.

First Aid Provision

• Nominated First Aider(s)

• First Aid Kit
• Accident Book

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Welfare Provision

Welfare facilities will be provided within close proximity to the work area.
Personnel must not eat, drink or smoke in the work area.
Welfare facilities, including rest areas and toilet facilities, will be left as they were found in
a clean and tidy manner, and operatives are to ensure that they are reasonably clean and
tidy before entering premises.

Methodology
1. All employees carrying out demolition works will wear all safety equipment at all times.
2. Footpath closures will be put in place as necessary. Heras fencing, road barriers and
cones will be used where necessary to delineate the closure areas.
3. The sites existing heras fencing will be around the building creating an exclusion zone.
4. The internal timber coverings will have be removed before mechanical demolition
commences.
5. With all safety precautions put pin place the excavator will commence demolition of the
main steel framework.
6. The excavator, with grapple attachment fitted, will break off the RSA tie bars between the
first two main roof frames.
7. The excavator with grapple attachment fitted will then reposition and hold the first main
roof frame in position whilst the column uprights are cut.
8. Trained operatives will then cut the steel columns at ground level almost completely
through utilising jaw cutting equipment fitted to the excavator, sufficient material to be
left in place to retain frame stability.
9. Once both ends have been prepared the cutting excavator will retire to a safe distance
and the grappling excavator will then break off the main frame and lower it to the floor
within the footprint of the existing building.
10. The main frame will then be cut into manageable sections utilising jaw cutting
equipment techniques. The cut sections will be lifted by the grapple excavator and placed in
the designated scrap skip.
11. This process will be repeated until all main frames have been removed.
12. Footpaths and roadways will be kept clear of obstructions and maintained tidy condition.

Emergency Procedures

In the event of an accident notify the first aider immediately, for a major injury call 999 or
if in doubt call 111.
In the event of a fire sound the alarm and exit the site by the nearest exit, to not attempt
to tackle the fire unless you have been trained to do so and it is safe to do so.
In the event of discovering a material that you suspect could be asbestos containing,
stop work immediately and notify the site manager/supervisor for further instructions.

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Completed By
Name Ferguson Roylance

Signature F.ROYLANCE

Date 14/05/2024

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Acknowledgement
Name Signature Date

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