1

Plan and prepare.

1.1

Compliance requirements relevant to excavator operations are accessed, interpreted and applied.

1.2

Work instructions are obtained from relevant information, confirmed with team members and other relevant personnel, and applied to planning and preparation.

1.3

Instructions and advice from structural engineer regarding demolition techniques on suspended floors and load bearing capacities are followed.

1.4

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements are identified and applied to task planning according to safety plans and policies.

1.5

Placement of mobile plant and allowable weight of demolition debris loads on suspended floors are confirmed according to advice of structural engineer.

1.6

Environmental requirements are identified for the project according to environmental plans and regulatory obligations.

1.7

Tools and equipment for plant pre-start checks and operator maintenance tasks are checked for serviceability, and faults are reported or rectified.

1.8

Mobile plant pre-start, start-up, park and shut-down operational checks are conducted according to manufacturer recommendations.

1.9

Mobile plant controls and functions are checked for serviceability, and faults are rectified and reported.

2

Select, check and fit attachments.

2.1

Mobile plant attachments are selected to carry out tasks, consistent with job requirements.

2.2

Arms and connections are checked for excessive wear, and are replaced and reported as required.

2.3

Attachments are securely fitted according to safe work method, and safety pins or clips are fitted according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements.

2.4

Hydraulic components are checked and faults are rectified or components replaced, and reported.

2.5

Operation of hydraulic system is tested before applying load according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements.

2.6

Attachment operation is tested by raising and lowering attachment and attachment is locked in position for travel according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements.

2.7

Attachments are removed, maintained and stored according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements.

3

Prepare demolition site.

3.1

Requirements of site demolition plan are determined and discussed with team members according to workplace procedures.

3.2

Site inspection of property or dilapidation survey is conducted to determine condition of work site and surrounds before work begins, and safe work method statement is amended and approved as required.

3.3

Confirmation is obtained from supervisor and regulatory authorities that specified services, above and below ground, have been disconnected and any remaining live services are identified and protected.

3.4

Hazardous material is identified for separate handling according to workplace requirements and instructions.

3.5

Mechanical equipment and plant are positioned in operating locations and appropriate exclusion zone and traffic control are arranged.

4

Operate mobile plant for demolition process.

4.1

Mobile plant general operating techniques are identified and applied to achieve safe, effective and efficient output according to manufacturer's design specifications while achieving specified tolerances.

4.2

Site hazards associated with mobile plant demolition operations are identified and safe operating techniques are followed to minimise risks.

4.3

Placement of mobile plant and allowable weight of demolition debris loads on suspended floors are monitored and controlled throughout the demolition process.

4.4

Mobile plant is moved safely between work locations, observing relevant codes and traffic management requirements.

4.5

Control measures are implemented to manage hazards arising from demolition process according to the demolition plan, safe work methods and regulatory requirements.

4.6

Demolition tasks are assessed immediately prior to starting and safe work method statement is reviewed to incorporate management of previously undiscovered hazards.

4.7

Mobile plant is operated on suspended floors to demolish building elements or remove demolition debris using suitable attachments according to approved demolition plan, structural engineering advice, and current safe work method.

4.8

Communication is maintained with team members, during the demolition process.

4.9

Work site conditions and progress are monitored in consultation with team members and work is stopped or techniques adjusted as required, according to workplace requirements.

5

Carry out machine operator inspection and maintenance tasks.

5.1

Mobile plant is safely parked and shut down, and attachments are removed and stored according to workplace requirements.

5.2

Mobile plant is inspected for faults and defective parts are removed and replaced according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements.

5.3

Regular programmed operator maintenance tasks are conducted according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements and log sheets are completed.

6

Clean up.

6.1

Work area is cleared and materials and waste are sorted and located for removal, as required, according to site demolition project environmental management plan.

6.2

Maintenance tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored.