Part H — High-Risk Works
Formwork, falsework and temporary works
Workbook section 77
Owner
HSE Manager / Document Controller
Review / trigger
Annual review; update immediately if legal, authority, project, client, or scope requirements change.
Primary references
Plans TOC - Part H; H - Temporary Works Controls; Plan H77 Formwork Falsework and; L - Formwork Falsework Checklis; Plan L144 Formwork Falsework In
Checkpoints
88
| # | Area | Checkpoint / Requirement | Evidence / Acceptance Criteria | Responsible | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Design & Engineering Approval | Formwork and falsework design approved by qualified structural engineer | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Engineer | Daily |
| 2 | Design & Engineering Approval | Design loading calculations account for concrete pour rate and vibration effects | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | HSE Officer | Before each use |
| 3 | Design & Engineering Approval | Temporary works design register maintained and cross-referenced to drawings | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Temporary Works Coordinator | Weekly |
| 4 | Design & Engineering Approval | Category 3 temporary works independently checked prior to construction | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Structural Engineer | Per pour/activity |
| 5 | Design & Engineering Approval | Formwork drawings issued for construction match approved design revision | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Supervisor | Once (pre-start) |
| 6 | Design & Engineering Approval | Ground bearing capacity assessment completed for falsework foundation loads | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Project Manager | Per shift |
| 7 | Design & Engineering Approval | Wind loading and lateral stability calculations included in design package | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Foreman | Monthly |
| 8 | Design & Engineering Approval | Design changes formally reviewed and re-approved before implementation | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Safety Officer | As required |
| 9 | Design & Engineering Approval | Formwork pressure calculations reviewed against concrete mix design used | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Engineer | Daily |
| 10 | Design & Engineering Approval | Design assumptions validated against actual site ground conditions | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | HSE Officer | Before each use |
| 11 | Design & Engineering Approval | Alternative/proprietary system substitution approved by design engineer | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Temporary Works Coordinator | Weekly |
| 12 | Temporary Works Coordination | Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) appointed and responsibilities defined | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Structural Engineer | Per pour/activity |
| 13 | Temporary Works Coordination | Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) assigned on site for each activity | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Supervisor | Once (pre-start) |
| 14 | Temporary Works Coordination | Permit to load/strike issued by TWC before proceeding with next stage | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Project Manager | Per shift |
| 15 | Temporary Works Coordination | Temporary works register updated with status of each element on site | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Foreman | Monthly |
| 16 | Temporary Works Coordination | Interface between permanent and temporary works reviewed and agreed | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Safety Officer | As required |
| 17 | Temporary Works Coordination | Design brief and check certificate available at point of erection | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Engineer | Daily |
| 18 | Temporary Works Coordination | Non-conformances on temporary works closed out before further loading | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | HSE Officer | Before each use |
| 19 | Temporary Works Coordination | Temporary works coordination meeting held at defined project intervals | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Temporary Works Coordinator | Weekly |
| 20 | Temporary Works Coordination | Temporary works design changes communicated to all affected trades | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Structural Engineer | Per pour/activity |
| 21 | Temporary Works Coordination | Handover of temporary works responsibility documented between shifts | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Supervisor | Once (pre-start) |
| 22 | Temporary Works Coordination | Temporary works risk register reviewed and updated periodically | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Project Manager | Per shift |
| 23 | Materials & Equipment Certification | Formwork panels and system components inspected for damage before use | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Foreman | Monthly |
| 24 | Materials & Equipment Certification | Falsework standards, ledgers and jacks certified and load rated | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Safety Officer | As required |
| 25 | Materials & Equipment Certification | Proprietary system components used only as per manufacturer's certification | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Engineer | Daily |
| 26 | Materials & Equipment Certification | Tie rods, wing nuts and waler clamps checked for wear and corrosion | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | HSE Officer | Before each use |
| 27 | Materials & Equipment Certification | Plywood/steel formwork release agent applied per manufacturer instructions | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Temporary Works Coordinator | Weekly |
| 28 | Materials & Equipment Certification | Scaffold tube and coupler materials verified against test certificates | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Structural Engineer | Per pour/activity |
| 29 | Materials & Equipment Certification | Base plates and sole boards used to distribute falsework loads adequately | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Supervisor | Once (pre-start) |
| 30 | Materials & Equipment Certification | Damaged or non-conforming formwork/falsework components removed from use | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Project Manager | Per shift |
| 31 | Materials & Equipment Certification | Formwork oil/release agent stock checked for expiry and suitability | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Foreman | Monthly |
| 32 | Materials & Equipment Certification | Falsework component traceability maintained via tagging system | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Safety Officer | As required |
| 33 | Materials & Equipment Certification | Third-party test certificates available for critical load-bearing components | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Engineer | Daily |
| 34 | Erection & Assembly | Formwork erected strictly in accordance with approved drawings | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | HSE Officer | Before each use |
| 35 | Erection & Assembly | Falsework erected by trained and competent scaffolders/riggers | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Temporary Works Coordinator | Weekly |
| 36 | Erection & Assembly | Vertical and horizontal alignment of formwork checked using survey instruments | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Structural Engineer | Per pour/activity |
| 37 | Erection & Assembly | Bracing and cross-bracing installed as per design to resist lateral loads | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Supervisor | Once (pre-start) |
| 38 | Erection & Assembly | Formwork joints sealed to prevent grout leakage during concrete pour | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Project Manager | Per shift |
| 39 | Erection & Assembly | Falsework base secured against sliding, settlement and uplift | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Foreman | Monthly |
| 40 | Erection & Assembly | Working platforms and access provided for safe formwork erection | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Safety Officer | As required |
| 41 | Erection & Assembly | Erection sequence follows method statement to maintain stability at all stages | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Engineer | Daily |
| 42 | Erection & Assembly | Formwork edge protection installed concurrently with erection | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | HSE Officer | Before each use |
| 43 | Erection & Assembly | Access ladders and platforms secured before formwork loading | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Temporary Works Coordinator | Weekly |
| 44 | Erection & Assembly | Erection crew briefed on load sequence and stability requirements | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Structural Engineer | Per pour/activity |
| 45 | Inspection Before Concrete Pour | Formwork inspection checklist completed and signed prior to pour approval | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Supervisor | Once (pre-start) |
| 46 | Inspection Before Concrete Pour | Reinforcement cover, spacing and cleanliness verified before formwork closure | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Project Manager | Per shift |
| 47 | Inspection Before Concrete Pour | Formwork dimensions and levels checked against structural drawings | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Foreman | Monthly |
| 48 | Inspection Before Concrete Pour | All ties, props and bracing confirmed tight and secure before pour | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Safety Officer | As required |
| 49 | Inspection Before Concrete Pour | Falsework foundation and ground conditions re-checked prior to loading | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Engineer | Daily |
| 50 | Inspection Before Concrete Pour | Permit to pour issued only after independent inspection sign-off | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | HSE Officer | Before each use |
| 51 | Inspection Before Concrete Pour | Embedded services and cast-in items verified in correct position | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Temporary Works Coordinator | Weekly |
| 52 | Inspection Before Concrete Pour | Formwork cleanliness confirmed free of debris, water and foreign material | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Structural Engineer | Per pour/activity |
| 53 | Inspection Before Concrete Pour | Independent temporary works check completed for critical formwork elements | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Supervisor | Once (pre-start) |
| 54 | Inspection Before Concrete Pour | Formwork tolerance checks conducted against project specification | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Project Manager | Per shift |
| 55 | Inspection Before Concrete Pour | Sign-off checklist retained as record prior to pour commencement | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Foreman | Monthly |
| 56 | Concrete Pouring & Monitoring | Concrete placement rate controlled to remain within design pressure limits | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Safety Officer | As required |
| 57 | Concrete Pouring & Monitoring | Formwork and falsework monitored continuously during concrete placement | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Engineer | Daily |
| 58 | Concrete Pouring & Monitoring | Vibration of concrete controlled to avoid overloading formwork panels | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | HSE Officer | Before each use |
| 59 | Concrete Pouring & Monitoring | Movement or deflection of falsework observed and recorded during pour | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Temporary Works Coordinator | Weekly |
| 60 | Concrete Pouring & Monitoring | Concrete pour sequence follows plan to balance loading across falsework | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Structural Engineer | Per pour/activity |
| 61 | Concrete Pouring & Monitoring | Emergency stop procedure defined if excessive movement detected during pour | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Supervisor | Once (pre-start) |
| 62 | Concrete Pouring & Monitoring | Pour card/checklist completed recording start, finish and observations | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Project Manager | Per shift |
| 63 | Concrete Pouring & Monitoring | Trained banksman present to monitor formwork integrity during pumping | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Foreman | Monthly |
| 64 | Concrete Pouring & Monitoring | Communication protocol established between pump operator and formwork monitor | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Safety Officer | As required |
| 65 | Concrete Pouring & Monitoring | Concrete temperature and slump checked to avoid excess formwork pressure | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Engineer | Daily |
| 66 | Concrete Pouring & Monitoring | Post-pour inspection conducted to confirm no formwork displacement occurred | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | HSE Officer | Before each use |
| 67 | Striking & Dismantling | Formwork striking time complies with concrete strength/curing requirements | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Temporary Works Coordinator | Weekly |
| 68 | Striking & Dismantling | Cube test results reviewed and approved before striking soffit formwork | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Structural Engineer | Per pour/activity |
| 69 | Striking & Dismantling | Striking sequence follows approved method to avoid shock loading | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Supervisor | Once (pre-start) |
| 70 | Striking & Dismantling | Falsework dismantled progressively under supervision of competent person | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Project Manager | Per shift |
| 71 | Striking & Dismantling | Backpropping installed and maintained as per design requirements after striking | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Foreman | Monthly |
| 72 | Striking & Dismantling | Struck formwork inspected, cleaned and stored for reuse or disposal | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Safety Officer | As required |
| 73 | Striking & Dismantling | Permit to strike signed off by temporary works coordinator before dismantling | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Engineer | Daily |
| 74 | Striking & Dismantling | Area below striking works barricaded and access restricted during dismantling | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | HSE Officer | Before each use |
| 75 | Striking & Dismantling | Falsework strike plan reviewed against actual curing conditions on site | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Temporary Works Coordinator | Weekly |
| 76 | Striking & Dismantling | Dismantled components inspected for reuse suitability before storage | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Structural Engineer | Per pour/activity |
| 77 | Striking & Dismantling | Records of striking times maintained against approved permit | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Supervisor | Once (pre-start) |
| 78 | Site Safety & Housekeeping | Falsework working areas kept clear of debris and trip hazards | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Project Manager | Per shift |
| 79 | Site Safety & Housekeeping | Edge protection and guardrails installed on elevated formwork platforms | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Foreman | Monthly |
| 80 | Site Safety & Housekeeping | Fall arrest systems used where guardrails cannot be provided | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Safety Officer | As required |
| 81 | Site Safety & Housekeeping | Falsework exclusion zone maintained during erection, pouring and striking | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Engineer | Daily |
| 82 | Site Safety & Housekeeping | Daily visual inspection of formwork/falsework conducted before shift start | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | HSE Officer | Before each use |
| 83 | Site Safety & Housekeeping | PPE compliance verified for all personnel working on formwork operations | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Temporary Works Coordinator | Weekly |
| 84 | Site Safety & Housekeeping | Weather conditions (wind, rain) assessed before high-level formwork activities | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Structural Engineer | Per pour/activity |
| 85 | Site Safety & Housekeeping | Toolbox talk delivered on formwork/falsework specific hazards before task start | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Site Supervisor | Once (pre-start) |
| 86 | Site Safety & Housekeeping | Falsework storage area organized to prevent trip and stacking hazards | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Project Manager | Per shift |
| 87 | Site Safety & Housekeeping | Noise and vibration exposure of crew monitored during dismantling | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Foreman | Monthly |
| 88 | Site Safety & Housekeeping | Housekeeping audit conducted after each formwork/falsework activity | Inspection record / checklist / sign-off confirming compliance with the above requirement | Safety Officer | As required |
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