Work Method Statements
Polyethylene Pipe Butt Welding Safe Work Procedure or Work Method Statement
The seven page Safe Work Procedure outlines the Safety Steps required to operate Large Excavators Safely.
Polyethylene Pipe Butt Welders need to be used with caution and appropiate safety procedures. The Polyethylene Pipe Butt Welding Procedure is ready to use and is not a blank template. Safety Procedures can be edited or customised in MS Word if required.
The Procedure includes:
- Risk Assessment
- Trench And Excavation Safety
- Crush Points
- Facer Blades
- Heaters
- Positioning
- Operating
- Precautions
- Removal Of Pipe
- Emergencies


Polyethylene Pipe Butt Welding Safety Notes
Before Operating Polyethylene Pipe Butt Welders
- Check there is no heavy equipment close to the trench walls.
- Check Facer Blades are sharp and can cut.
- Use a clean cotton cloth to clean the heater.
- Hands and body are away from pinholes, which eject fluid.
- Wear safety glasses at all times..