Safe Work Method Statement for Mobile Wood Fired Pizza Oven Operations on Construction Sites

Wood Fired Pizza Oven Mobile

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Mobile wood fired pizza ovens on construction sites involve fire hazards, burn risks, and food safety concerns. This SWMS covers fire prevention measures, safe operation procedures, burn hazard controls, and food handling protocols. The document addresses Australian WHS requirements for mobile catering equipment and fire safety on construction sites.

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Why this SWMS matters

Wood fired ovens produce intense heat and fire risks that can cause severe burns or spread fires. Proper safety procedures prevent these hazards and ensure safe food service operations.

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Hazard identification

Surface the critical risks tied to this work scope and communicate them to every worker.

Risk register

High

Open flames and hot embers creating fire risks.

High

Contact with hot oven surfaces and flames.

High

Incomplete combustion producing toxic gases.

Medium

Contamination risks from improper handling.

Medium

Heavy equipment transport and setup.

Control measures

Deploy layered controls aligned to the hierarchy of hazard management.

Implementation guide

Establish fire safety zones and extinguishing equipment.

Implementation

Maintain 3m clearances, have extinguishers ready, monitor wind.

Provide heat-resistant PPE and barriers.

Implementation

Use heat-resistant gloves, aprons, face shields.

Control smoke and carbon monoxide emissions.

Implementation

Use exhaust fans, CO detectors, proper chimney design.

Establish protocols for lighting, cooking, and shutdown.

Implementation

Use proper ignition methods, monitor temperatures, supervised operation.

Maintain hygiene and prevent contamination.

Implementation

Proper handwashing, food storage, cleaning procedures.

Personal protective equipment

Requirement: Kevlar or leather gloves rated 200°C+

When:

Requirement: Heat-resistant face protection

When:

Requirement: Heat and flame resistant apron

When:

Inspections & checks

Before work starts

  • Check oven for damage
  • Verify fire extinguishers
  • Test CO detectors
  • Assess wind and site conditions

During work

  • Monitor temperature and flames
  • Check smoke levels
  • Verify PPE usage
  • Monitor wind conditions

After work

  • Allow complete cooling
  • Check for embers
  • Clean safely
  • Document issues

Step-by-step work procedure

Give supervisors and crews a clear, auditable sequence for the task.

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Site Selection and Setup

Choose safe location and set up with clearances.

Safety considerations

Maintain 3m from flammables, position upwind

Oven Inspection and Preparation

Inspect and prepare oven for use.

Safety considerations

Never use damaged equipment

Lighting and Heating Procedures

Light oven safely and heat properly.

Safety considerations

Never leave unattended during heating

Cooking Operations

Cook safely with proper techniques.

Safety considerations

Keep unauthorized people away

Shutdown and Cleanup

Cool and clean oven safely.

Safety considerations

Allow proper cooling time

Frequently asked questions

What clearance for wood fired ovens?

Maintain 3m clearance from buildings and flammables.

How to light oven safely?

Use proper kindling, light from bottom, ensure ventilation.

What if oven catches fire?

Evacuate, call emergency services, use proper extinguisher.

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Why It Matters

Wood fired pizza ovens create significant fire and burn hazards from open flames, hot surfaces, and grease accumulation. Construction sites present additional risks from wind, uneven surfaces, and proximity to flammable materials. Mobile operations add challenges with equipment transport, setup stability, and limited access to emergency services. This SWMS ensures comprehensive fire prevention, burn protection, and safe food handling procedures to protect workers and prevent incidents.

Hazard Identification

Mobile wood fired pizza oven operations present several hazards requiring specialized control measures.

Control Measures

Control measures follow the hierarchy of controls, prioritizing elimination and engineering solutions before administrative and PPE measures.

PPE Requirements

Personal protective equipment is critical for wood fired pizza oven operations and must meet specific standards.

Inspections & Checks

Regular inspections and checks are essential for maintaining wood fired pizza oven safety.

Step-by-Step Work Procedure

Follow these systematic procedures for safe mobile wood fired pizza oven operations.

FAQ

Common questions about mobile wood fired pizza oven safety.

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Risk Rating

BeforeHigh
After ControlsLow

Key Controls

  • • Pre-start briefing covering hazards
  • • PPE: hard hats, eye protection, gloves
  • • Emergency plan communicated to crew

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