Project record
Plant drains cleaning and unblocking — Eskom power station
Cleaning and unblocking of plant drains under an approved method statement with confined-space and permit-to-work controls.
| Client | Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd |
|---|---|
| Sector | Power generation |
| Location | Mpumalanga |
| Role | Contractor |
| Reference | Approved method statement on file |
| Period | Executed under an approved method statement |
Evidence held on file: Method statement.. Contract value available to prospective clients on request.
Scope of work
- Cleaning and unblocking of plant drains and sumps.
- Confined-space entry controls and permit-to-work compliance.
Method and quality
Outcome
Drains returned to free-flowing condition under the approved method.
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The reviewed articles behind the method used on this job.
Blocked plant drains: cleaning methods, confined-space controls and permit requirements
Blocked drains flood plant areas and stop work; clearing them is a confined-space job with real hazards. This article covers how drains block, how they are cleared, and the controls that an approved method statement must contain.
Reviewed by the Safety Officer · September 2026
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