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    Plumber Remove Bathroom Suite Method

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    This method statement outlines the process for removing a bathroom suite from a property. It involves 7 steps: 1) isolating the water mains by turning off the internal or external stop tap and draining the pipes, 2) removing the bath by disconnecting the waste and tap connections and unfixing it from the wall, 3) removing the wash basin by disconnecting its waste and taps and unfixing it from the wall and pedestal, 4) removing the toilet by disconnecting its water supply and cistern and unfixing it from the floor, 5) sealing the soil pipe to prevent odors, and 6) cleaning up and storing tools and equipment securely at the end of each shift. Proper personal

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    Plumber Remove Bathroom Suite Method

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    This method statement outlines the process for removing a bathroom suite from a property. It involves 7 steps: 1) isolating the water mains by turning off the internal or external stop tap and draining the pipes, 2) removing the bath by disconnecting the waste and tap connections and unfixing it from the wall, 3) removing the wash basin by disconnecting its waste and taps and unfixing it from the wall and pedestal, 4) removing the toilet by disconnecting its water supply and cistern and unfixing it from the floor, 5) sealing the soil pipe to prevent odors, and 6) cleaning up and storing tools and equipment securely at the end of each shift. Proper personal

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    This method statement outlines the process for removing a bathroom suite from a property. It involves 7 steps: 1) isolating the water mains by turning off the internal or external stop tap and draining the pipes, 2) removing the bath by disconnecting the waste and tap connections and unfixing it from the wall, 3) removing the wash basin by disconnecting its waste and taps and unfixing it from the wall and pedestal, 4) removing the toilet by disconnecting its water supply and cistern and unfixing it from the floor, 5) sealing the soil pipe to prevent odors, and 6) cleaning up and storing tools and equipment securely at the end of each shift. Proper personal

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    Plumber Remove Bathroom Suite Method

    Uploaded by

    Ubah Chigozie
    This method statement outlines the process for removing a bathroom suite from a property. It involves 7 steps: 1) isolating the water mains by turning off the internal or external stop tap and draining the pipes, 2) removing the bath by disconnecting the waste and tap connections and unfixing it from the wall, 3) removing the wash basin by disconnecting its waste and taps and unfixing it from the wall and pedestal, 4) removing the toilet by disconnecting its water supply and cistern and unfixing it from the floor, 5) sealing the soil pipe to prevent odors, and 6) cleaning up and storing tools and equipment securely at the end of each shift. Proper personal

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    Method Statement – Plumber – Remove bathroom suite

    Prepared by YOUR COMPANY NAME

    For: NAME OF PROJECT/CONTRACT NUMBER

    Scope of Works
    This method statement describes the work process for the following
    1) Start of works
    2) Isolate mains
    3) Removal of bath
    4) Removal of WHB
    5) Removal of WC
    6) Finishing

    Step by step process

    Start of works
    1) Read relevant risk and COSHH assessment, and follow guidelines for the correct PPE.
    2) Sheet up and protect work area and surrounding, including signage and barriers as required.
    3) Visually inspect work area and only begin works if it is a safe working environment.
    4) Cordon off work area if required to do so.
    5) Ensure the area to be worked and exit points are clear of obstruction and that safe access and egress is maintained.
    6) Check any electrical or hand tools for damage or faults, faulty or damaged tools must be removed from service immediately.
    7) Do not leave tools and equipment unattended at any time.

    Isolate mains
    1) Isolate incoming cold water supply at internal stop tap.
    2) If internal stop tap is perished or faulty, use a stop tap key to isolate property from road.
    3) Drain water out of system from the lowest point and disconnect appliances from pipework ready for removal.

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    Removal of bath
    1) Disconnect waste pipe from trap.
    2) Disconnect the taps at swivel couplers.
    3) Unscrew any fixing brackets, foot screws and sole plates as required.
    4) Peel of silicone sealing bath to wall.
    5) Remove bath to safe location.

    Removal of WHB
    1) Disconnect waste pipe from trap.
    2) Disconnect the taps at swivel couplers.
    3) Unscrew any fixings securing pedestal to floor and basin to wall.
    4) Peel off any silicone sealing WHB to pedestal and wall.
    5) Remove WHB and pedestal to safe location.

    Removal of WC
    1) Disconnect the supply from the ball valve.
    2) Remove fixings securing cistern to wall.
    3) Disconnect the overflow pipe and remove the cistern to a safe location.
    4) Unscrew WC from floor and remove to a safe location.
    5) Seal soil pipe with sheet plastic and tape to prevent odours rising.

    Finishing
    6) All tools and equipment will be cleared to secure storage at the end of each shift
    7) Staff will leave area clean and tidy at end of shift

    Document author: Signed: Date:

    NAME OF PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR H&S TODAYS DATE


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