Formwork & shoring
Managing formwork and shoring operations requires a proactive approach to ensure structural integrity and protect your crew from unexpected collapses. By prioritizing rigorous inspection protocols and clear communication, you can maintain a secure environment that keeps your small-scale projects running smoothly and safely.
About 44% of related real accidents concentrate in these types.
Key prevention
- Conduct thorough pre-pour inspections to verify that all components are properly secured and free from structural defects.
- Ensure that all shoring systems are installed on stable, level surfaces capable of supporting the intended load without shifting.
- Strictly adhere to the manufacturer’s load capacity guidelines to prevent overloading the formwork assembly.
- Implement a clear communication plan so that all workers are aware of exclusion zones during concrete placement.
- Regularly monitor the assembly during and after the pour to identify any signs of movement or instability immediately.
Related accident cases
A formwork collapse occurred during the installation and dismantling of formwork shoring, resulting in one fatality and other injuries. Detailed information regarding the cause is insufficient.
콘크리트 거푸집 붕괴로 1명이 숨지고 3명이 부상당했다.
During the installation and dismantling of formwork, an employee broke two front teeth after walking around concrete formwork and striking a fan housing panel.
During the installation and dismantling of formwork shoring, a concrete formwork collapsed, causing three workers to fall and sustain injuries.
직원은 구체적인 양식을 설정하는 것을 돕고 있었습니다. 그는 이미 설치되어 있는 고정된 거푸집을 밟으려고 하다가 실수로 거푸집에 걸려 넘어졌습니다. 동료가 제자리에 놓으려고 했지만 아직 정지하지 않았으며 EE는 균형을 잃고 얼어붙은 땅에 왼쪽 무릎으로 넘어졌습니다. 시간 낭비도 없고 제한도 없으며 물리 치료를 실시합니다.
During work to add decking for concrete pouring, the formwork collapsed due to the failure of its main beam. Two workers fell; one was prevented from hitting the ground by a safety strap, while the second worker struck a wall or fell to the ground.
While retrieving a piece of plywood from a concrete formwork wall, the worker lost their footing on their personal fall arrest system and fell approximately 9 feet. The incident resulted in head and neck injuries.
During concrete pouring, an assembled formwork panel failed, causing concrete to spill onto and damage the work deck. This failure was attributed to a 3/4-inch bolt securing the formwork.