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Organisation/company in control of the operation.
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Named individual responsible for the activity and its safety.
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Name of method statement originator and authorisation date.
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Arrangements for changing/deviating from method statement.
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General description of activity.
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Location of activity including access and restrictions.
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General working environment considerations, e.g. temperature and wind speed.
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Protection of others, e.g. members of the public.
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Emergency procedures, including location of emergency equipment .
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Identity of operatives (and any specific training or certification required).
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Requirements for Personal Protective Equipment.
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Plant and equipment used, including safety precautions and restrictions.
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Materials information e.g. hazard information and storage/transport requirements.
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Work sequence, including associated risks and required control measures for each stage.
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Safety checks/clearances at specific stages.
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Final clearance that activity is completed to specification.
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Any other additional information that may be relevant.