Form traveler construction is a commonly used construction method in bridge engineering, which has the advantages of flexible construction and strong adaptability. However, there are certain risks in form traveler construction. If not effectively controlled, it may bring serious consequences to the project. This article will analyze the risks of form traveler construction and propose corresponding control measures.

Risk Analysis of Form Traveler Construction

(1) Risk of Structural Instability

The form traveler is a cantilever structure that needs to withstand a large load during the construction process. If the design of the form traveler is unreasonable, the processing quality is unqualified, or the installation is not standardized, it may lead to the instability of the form traveler structure, thereby causing safety accidents.

(2) Risk of Falling from Heights

Form traveler construction is a high-altitude operation, and construction workers need to perform various operations on the form traveler. If the safety protection measures are not in place, construction workers may fall from the form traveler, resulting in casualties.

(3) Risk of Object Strike

During the form traveler construction process, operations such as steel bar binding and concrete pouring are required. If the operation is improper, objects may fall from the form traveler, causing strikes to the personnel and equipment below.

(4)Risk of Construction Electricity Use

A large number of electrical equipment is required for form traveler construction. If the installation, use, and maintenance of electrical equipment do not meet the requirements, it may cause electrical accidents, resulting in casualties and property losses.

(5) Risk of Adverse Weather

Form traveler construction is greatly affected by the weather. If construction is carried out under adverse weather conditions such as strong winds, heavy rain, and lightning, it may cause damage to the form traveler structure and injuries to construction personnel.

Risk Control Measures for Form Traveler Construction

(1) Strengthen the Design and Processing Quality Control of the Form Traveler

In the design stage of the form traveler, detailed mechanical analysis and calculations should be carried out according to the structural characteristics and construction requirements of the bridge to ensure that the structural strength and stability of the form traveler meet the requirements. During the processing of the form traveler, the processing should be carried out strictly in accordance with the design drawings and specification requirements to ensure that the processing quality meets the requirements. After the completion of the processing of the form traveler, strict acceptance and tests should be carried out to ensure that the performance of the form traveler meets the requirements.

(2) Strengthen the Safety Protection for High-altitude Operations

Perfect safety protection facilities such as protective railings, safety nets, and safety belts should be set up on the form traveler to ensure the safety of construction personnel. When construction personnel are working on the form traveler, they should wear safety belts correctly and fasten the safety belts to a firm fixed point. At the same time, the safety protection facilities should be inspected and maintained regularly to ensure that they are in a good state.

(3) Prevent Object Strike Accidents

During the form traveler construction process, the management of construction materials and tools should be strengthened to ensure that they are neatly placed and firmly fixed to prevent objects from falling from the form traveler. When performing operations such as steel bar binding and concrete pouring, a special protective area should be set up to prohibit the entry of irrelevant personnel to prevent object strike accidents.

(4) Ensure the Safety of Construction Electricity Use

In the form traveler construction, the installation, use, and maintenance of electrical equipment should be carried out strictly in accordance with the requirements of the Safety Technical Specifications for Temporary Electricity Use at Construction Sites. Electrical equipment should be protected by grounding or zero connection, and the leakage protector should be sensitive and reliable. At the same time, the electrical equipment should be inspected and maintained regularly to ensure that it is in a good operating state.

(5) Take Good Preventive Measures for Adverse Weather

Before the form traveler construction, the weather forecast should be paid attention to, and preventive measures for adverse weather should be taken in advance. When encountering adverse weather conditions such as strong winds, heavy rain, and lightning, the form traveler construction should be stopped, and the form traveler should be fixed firmly to prevent the form traveler from being blown down or damaged. After the adverse weather, a comprehensive inspection and maintenance of the form traveler should be carried out to ensure that it is safe and reliable before the construction can continue.

To Sum Up

The risk control of form traveler construction is an important task in bridge engineering construction, which is related to the life safety of construction personnel and the quality and progress of the project. We should fully recognize the severity of the risks of form traveler construction and effectively strengthen the implementation of risk control measures.

The construction unit should establish and improve the safety management system for form traveler construction, strengthen the safety education and training of construction personnel, and improve the safety awareness and operational skills of construction personnel. The supervision unit should strengthen the supervision and inspection of form traveler construction, and timely discover and eliminate potential safety hazards. The construction unit should strengthen the coordination and management of form traveler construction and provide necessary support and guarantee for the construction unit.

Let's take action together, strengthen the risk control of form traveler construction, and ensure the safe and smooth progress of bridge engineering construction, making a positive contribution to the development of transportation industry!