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Pre-Task Plan: Carpet Installation

Date: [DATE] Work Area: [WORK AREA] Task Supervisor: [SUPERVISOR NAME]

1. Task Description

Installation of carpet flooring in designated areas, including preparation of the subfloor, cutting carpet to size, and securing it in place.

2. Task Duration

Estimated Start: [START TIME] Estimated Completion: [END TIME]

3. Personnel Involved

  • Carpet Installer
  • Helper
  • Supervisor

4. Task-Specific Hazards and Controls

HazardRiskControl Measures
Wet floorsSlipping hazardUse matting or grating to eliminate slipping hazards and provide non-slip footwear to employees [1].
Sharp tools (e.g., carpet knives)Cuts and lacerationsEnsure all personnel are trained in the safe use of cutting tools and wear cut-resistant gloves.
Heavy liftingStrains and sprainsUse proper lifting techniques and mechanical aids where possible.

5. Required PPE for Today's Task

  • Non-slip footwear
  • Cut-resistant gloves
  • Safety glasses

6. Tools and Equipment Needed

  • Carpet knife
  • Knee pads
  • Carpet stretcher

7. Pre-Start Checklist

Area Preparation

  • [ ] Ensure the work area is clear of debris.
  • [ ] Verify that the subfloor is dry and clean.
  • [ ] Set up warning signs around the work area.

Equipment Checks

  • [ ] Inspect all cutting tools for damage.
  • [ ] Ensure all PPE is available and in good condition.
  • [ ] Check that all lifting aids are functioning properly.

Communication

  • [ ] Confirm all team members understand the task and safety procedures.
  • [ ] Establish a communication plan for emergencies.

8. Task Steps Overview

  1. Prepare the subfloor by cleaning and drying it.
  2. Measure and cut the carpet to fit the designated area.
  3. Lay the carpet and secure it using appropriate adhesives or tack strips.
  4. Trim excess carpet and ensure edges are secure.
  5. Conduct a final inspection to ensure the carpet is properly installed.

9. Emergency Response for This Task

  • Slip or fall → Administer first aid and call for medical assistance if necessary.
  • Severe cut or laceration → Apply pressure to stop bleeding and seek immediate medical attention.

10. Task-Specific Precautions

  • Ensure all personnel are aware of the location of first aid kits.
  • Maintain clear access to exits and emergency equipment.
  • Regularly check the work area for new hazards.

Pre-Task Briefing Confirmation

All workers understand the task, associated hazards, and required controls.

Team Lead Initials: [___] Date: [DATE] Time: [TIME]

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[1] General Regulation (N.B. Reg. 91-191)

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## Wet floors 102 (7) Where a floor is wet because of the work proc -ess, an employer and a contractor shall each use such de -vices as matting or grating where necessary on the floor to eliminate the hazard of slipping and where such devi -ces are used and are insufficient to eliminate the hazard of slipping, the employer and the contractor shall pro -vide non-slip footwear to employees who are required to walk on the floor and shall ensure that such employees wear the non-slip footwear. ## Outdoor passageways 102 (8) An employer and a contractor shall each keep outdoor passageways from becoming slippery by remov -ing ice or snow and using materials such as ashes, sand or salt where necessary. 2001-33 ## Floor area during construction 103 An employer and a contractor shall each ensure during the construction of a building or structure that a floor area in the building or structure is adequately closed in, except for necessary openings, before the floor above is started. ## Temporary working floor 104 (1) An employer and a contractor shall each ensure that a temporary working floor - (a) will support a minimum live load of 2.4 kPa, - (b) has planks that are securely fastened and sup -ported on each end 300 mm beyond the opening that is being covered, and - (c) has no unsupported projection of a length that would be unstable if an employee were to stand on the projection or that exceeds 450 mm, whichever is the lesser. 104 (2) If it is not practical to install a temporary work -ing floor, an employer and a contractor shall each ensure située à pas plus de 1,5 m au-dessus du niveau du sol ou du plancher. ## Planchers glissants 102 (7) Lorsque les planchers sont rendus glissants par les travaux effectués, l'employeur et l'entrepreneur doivent chacun utiliser des dispositifs comme des tapis ou du grillage lorsque c'est nécessaire sur les planchers pour éliminer tout danger de glisser et, lorsque ces dis -positifs s

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