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  • Site conducted

  • Conducted on

  • Auditor Name

SECTION 1 – OPENING OF AUDIT

  • Supervisor Name

  • Type of Asbestos Containing Material being worked on

  • Approximate extent of works

  • The stage of work at the commencement of the audit

  • What stage of work is the project at

  • During the audit there was live enclosure work

  • Overview of the scope of works, including activities being undertaken during the audit and relevant areas of non-activity on site

SECTION 2 – OBSERVED WORK PRACTICES AND IMMEDIATE SITE CONTROL: ASBESTOS RISKS

  • 2.1 There is sufficient provision to view activities within the working enclosure and make meaningful observations

  • 2.1.1 Viewing activity within the enclosure is:

  • What are the viewing options

  • 2.1.2 Viewing provision allows for sufficient monitoring of all areas of the enclosure during work activities

  • 2.2 The integrity of the enclosure has been established and maintained

  • 2.2.1 The integrity of the enclosure has been established and maintained

  • 2.2.2 Viewing panel sizes meet the minimum size requirement

  • 2.2.3 The selection and provision of warning signs are appropriate

  • 2.3 The airlock meets the requirement in terms of size, construction, cleanliness, and necessary features

  • 2.3.1 The airlock meets the minimum size requirement

  • 2.3.2 The airlock has smaller dimensions, justifiable by site constraints

  • 2.3.3 The airlock is free from visible material appearing to be asbestos debris

  • 2.3.4 There is suitable provision for preliminary decontamination of RPE

  • 2.3.5 All airlock opening/flaps are suitable and weighted

  • 2.3.6 An inner stage viewing panel is present and meets the minimum size requirement

  • 2.3.7 The absence of an inner stage viewing panel is justifiable

  • 2.3.8 Where the DCU is directly connected to the enclosure, the connection consists of at least one cube and an intervening space

  • 2.3.9 Other observation(s) relating to the airlock

  • 2.4 The baglock meets the requirement in terms of construction, cleanliness and necessary features, and is of minimum size of greater to accommodate large items of waste

  • 2.4.1 A separate baglock has been provided

  • 2.4.2 The baglock meets the minimum size requirement

  • 2.4.3 The baglock is big enough for the waste size being/to be generated

  • 2.4.4 The baglock is free from visible material appearing to be asbestos debris

  • 2.4.5 All baglock openings/flaps are suitable and weighted

  • 2.4.6 An inner stage viewing panel is present and meets the minimum size requirement

  • 2.4.7 The absence of an inner stage viewing panel is justifiable

  • 2.4.8 Other observation(s) relating to baglock

  • 2.5 The site is clean and orderly, including clear transit and waste routes of minimal distance, and clean and tidy vehicle(s)/equipment storage

  • 2.5.1 There is a suitably maintained and signed transit route of minimal distance

  • 2.5.2 The waste route is free from any visible material appearing to be asbestos debris, or from any bagged waste left unattended

  • 2.5.3 The waste route is suitably maintained and from general waste

  • 2.5.4 The company vehicles and/or equipment store are reasonably tidy and clean, with no contamination issues or concerns

  • 2.6 Controlled asbestos removal has been observed, including the use of suitable dust suppression methods, and with waste appropriately bagged

  • 2.6.1 The removal procedure observed, including the dust suppression method in use, is suitable for the ACM being removed

  • 2.6.2 Waste is properly and promptly bagged

  • 2.7 RPE and PPE are suitable for the task and correctly worn

  • 2.7.1 Selected RPE is suitable for the task(s) and properly worn

  • 2.7.2 Overalls are being properly worn

  • 2.7.3 Employees are clean shave where RPE to be worn/liable to be worn requires this

  • 2.7.4 Enclosure overalls are type 5/6

  • 2.7.5 Transit overalls are type 5/6

  • 2.8 Air management allows for sufficient air changes and air movement through the enclosure, with the airlock flap deviation indicating sufficient airflow through the airlock

  • 2.8.1 The enclosure allows for ideal air movement

  • 2.8.2 There is sufficient airlock flap deflection to indicate adequate airflow through the airlock

  • 2.8.3 Additional air inlets are suitably positioned and in use

  • 2.9 Plant and equipment is suitable and sufficient for the work, is properly located and being corrected used

  • 2.9.1 The minimum of 2 H-type vacuum cleaners on site and available for use

  • 2.9.2 Each NPU is located outside the working enclosure and connected directly to the enclosure wall, or is fully sheeted out if inside the enclosure

  • 2.9.3 Given the site constraints, attaching the NPU to the enclosure via trunking is the only reasonably practicable option

  • 2.9.4 Where the NPU is located outside the enclosure, and connected to the enclosure via trunking, there is a suitably robust and acceptable written procedure in place to connect and disconnect the NPU and trunking with minimal potential for the spread of contamination

  • 2.9.5 There is a functional non-return flap on each NPU exhaust

  • 2.10 The DCU is fully functional, operational, equipped and suitable positioned

  • 2.10.1 The DCU arrangement is in the form of a…

  • 2.10.2 A direct connection of the DCU to the enclosure is the most suitable option

  • 2.10.3 The NPU on the DCU is functioning

  • 2.10.4 Lighting and heating are functioning and sufficient

  • 2.10.5 There is heated water to the shower(s)

  • 2.10.6 The DCU is suitably stocked with consumables (e.g. nail brush, towels, shower gel)

  • 2.10.7 There are sufficient showerheads for the number of personnel

  • 2.10.8 The DCU is maintained in a clean condition

  • 2.10.9 Waste water is filtered and discharged either directly or via containers to drain

  • 2.10.10 External dirty end and internal doors are all self-closing and self-sealing

  • 2.10.12 Other observation(s) relating to DCU

  • 2.11 Waste storage is secure and segregated as appropriate

  • 2.11.1 Containment is suitable, secure and sound

  • 2.11.2 Waste is segregated from equipment

  • 2.12 There are suitable arrangements in place to deal with typical emergencies that may arise at this particular site, and employees are aware of such arrangements

  • 2.12.1 Suitable emergency arrangements are in place/evident

  • 2.12.2 Employees are sufficiently aware of emergency arrangements

  • 2.12.3 There is a suitably stocked First Aid Kit available for use

  • 2.12.4 There is a trained and designated First Aider on site (either First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid at Work, or equivalent)

  • 2.13 Other observations relating to asbestos risks

  • 2.13.1 Other observations relating to asbestos risks

SECTION 3 – OBSERVED WORK PRACTICES AND IMMEDIATE SITE CONTROL: ASBESTOS RISKS

  • 3.1 There is sufficient provision to view activities within the working enclosure and make meaningful observations

  • 3.1.1 Work at Height

  • 3.1.2 Live Services

  • 3.1.3 Manual Handling

  • 3.1.4 Noise

  • 3.1.5 Hand Arm Vibration

  • 3.1.6 Site Vehicle Movement

  • 3.1.7 Other Contractor’s Activities

  • 3.1.8 Thermal Issues

  • 3.1.9 Hazardous substances existing on site

  • 3.1.10 Hazardous substances brought to site

  • 3.1.11 Other significant risks on site

  • 3.2 Adequate and suitable welfare provision is on site and available for use

  • 3.2.1 Welfare provision consists of

  • 3.2.2 There is adequate and suitable welfare provision on site, which is available for use

  • 3.2.3 Site arrangements and behaviour are in accordance with current Covid-19 guidance

SECTION 4 – PLAN OF WORK

  • 4.1 The site diagram clearly shows all required detail

  • 4.1.1 There is a site diagram available on site for the enclosure(s) being audited

  • 4.1.2 Location of ACMs

  • 4.1.3 Outline of the enclosure

  • 4.1.4 Areas adjacent to the enclosure

  • 4.1.5 Airlock location

  • 4.1.6 Baglock location

  • 4.1.7 NPU location(s)

  • 4.1.8 Viewing panel/CCTV

  • 4.1.9 DCU location

  • 4.1.10 Transit route

  • 4.1.11 Waste route

  • 4.1.12 Waste skip/waste van

  • 4.2 The conditions, arrangements, practices and controls observed on site match those stated in the Plan of Work

  • 4.2.1 The site supervisor is the supervisor named in the Plan of Work

  • 4.2.2 The type of RPE being used matches that detailed in the Plan of Work (or Standard Procedures)

  • 4.2.3 The construction of the enclosure(s), airlock(s)/baglock(s) matches that detailed in the Plan of Work (or Standard Procedures)

  • 4.2.4 The removal procedure observed, including the dust suppression method in use, matches that detailed in the Plan of Work

  • 4.2.5 The colours of overalls match those stated in the Plan of Work (or Standard Procedures)

  • 4.3 The arrangements in the Plan of Work clearly convey how management have envisaged the work to be carried out

  • 4.3.1 The Plan of Work clearly details when the work is to be carried out, including dates, start/finish times and weekend variations

  • 4.3.2 Valid justification for the airlock dimensions being smaller than the standard minimum is detailed in the Plan of Work

  • 4.3.3 Valid justification for the baglock dimensions being smaller than the standard minimum is detailed in the Plan of Work

  • 4.3.4 Valid justification for the absence of a baglock is detailed in the Plan of Work

  • 4.3.5 The Plan of Work details the analytical company providing the 4-stage clearance

  • 4.3.6 The Plan of Work details who the analytical company is contracted to

  • 4.3.7 The Plan of Work (or Standard Procedures) details the relevant enclosure entry and exit procedures relevant to set-up

  • 4.3.8 The number and capacity of NPU(s) in use or to be used matched the Plan of Work

  • 4.3.9 The number and capacity of NPU(s) in use or to be used is correct and fully demonstrated within the Plan of Work

  • 4.3.10 The legally required airflow is demonstrated as being achieved, based on actual airflow measurements and/or reasonable assumption of NPU performance

  • 4.3.11 The Plan of Work (or Standard Procedures) details the arrangements for smoke testing and witnessing

  • 4.3.12 The Plan of Work details the air monitoring arrangements for the duration of the works

  • 4.3.13 The arrangements for waste storage are clearly described in the Plan of Work, and evident on site

  • 4.3.14 The arrangements for the collection/disposal of stored waste are clearly described in the Plan of Work (i.e. named skip company, or named transfer station)

  • 4.3.15 The Plan of Work (or Standard Procedures) clearly details the method and permissions required to amend the Plan of Work

  • 4.3.16 The welfare provision on site matched that detailed in the Plan of Work

  • 4.4 Where amendments to the Plan of Work have been required, these have been made, and authorised by the appropriate level of management

  • 4.4.1 Required amendments to the Plan of Work/Site Diagram have been made

  • 4.4.2 The required amendments have been correctly authorised where necessary

  • 4.5 A valid ASB5 Notification Form is on site for the works to be audited

  • 4.5.1 The site details on the ASB5 are correct

  • 4.5.2 The audit is within the date range stated on the ASB5

  • 4.5.3 The ASB5 clearly describes the scope of works

  • 4.5.4 The details in the Plan of Work are accurately reflected in the information provided on the ASB5

  • 4.6 Other observations relating to the Plan of Work

SECTION 5 – MEASURING AND MONITORING

  • 5.1 All components of the full face RPE are uniquely identifiable, and inspection records are completed for all RPE in use

  • 5.1.1 Main components of the full face RPE (mask, blower) are uniquely identifiable.

  • 5.1.2 RPE inspection records are available on site and are up to date

  • 5.2 Daily site and plant inspection records are available for inspection and are up to date

  • 5.2.1 Site records indicate that the following inspections have been undertaken and the records are up to date.

  • 5.2.2 Site records indicate that required inspection have not all been undertaken, or the inspection records are not all up to date

  • Provide evidence?

  • 5.2.3 Inspection records to be on site, but not found

  • 5.2.4 NPU – Have anemometer readings been caried out.

  • 5.2.5 Daily pressure gauge reading(s) recorded for NPU(s) attached to enclosure

  • 5.2.6 Daily pressure gauge reading(s) recorded for NPU in DCU

  • 5.3 A smoke test record for the enclosure has been completed, and the witness details match those stated in the Plan of Work

  • 5.3.1 A smoke test has been completed

  • 5.3.2 The smoke test was witnessed by the person/organisation detailed in the Plan of Work

  • 5.4 Air monitoring and personal sampling has been carried out in an appropriate time period, with a clear indication of the tasks being undertaken during monitoring

  • 5.4.1 Background/leak tests and/or personal monitoring have been planned for this job according to the Plan of Work

  • 5.4.2 Air monitoring has been undertaken as proposed

  • 5.4.3 Personal monitoring records provide a clear description of the activities being undertaken during monitoring

  • 5.5 There is evidence of management involvement to monitor progress and standards on site, through management visits, internal audit or inspection

  • 5.5.1 There is evidence of management involvement on site since commencement of works e.g. site visit, as scheduled in Plan of Work

  • 5.5.2 There is a UKAS accredited analyst on site during the audit

  • 5.6 Other observations relating to measuring and monitoring

SECTION 6 – SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION

  • 6.1.1 Standard Procedures are on site, and appear current

  • 6.1.2 The Plan of Work references the Standard Procedures

  • 6.1.3 The version number of the Standard Procedures matches the reference in the Plan of Work

  • 6.2 A copy of the current HSE licence, and evidence of current employer’s and public liability insurance are on site

  • 6.2.1 A copy of the current HSE licence is available on site

  • 6.2.2 Evidence of current employer’s liability insurance is on site

  • 6.2.3 Evidence of current public liability insurance is on site

  • 6.3 Current certificates of thorough test and inspection are available for all plant on site

  • 6.3.1 There is a current certificate (or copy) of the thorough test and inspection on site for the NPU(s) on the enclosure

  • 6.3.2 There is a current certificate (or copy) of the thorough test and inspection on site for each vacuum cleaner in use or likely to be used

  • 6.3.3 There is a current certificate (or copy) of the thorough test and inspection on site for the NPU in the DCU(s)

  • 6.4 Medical, training/competency and face fit certification for 2 selected employees is relevant and in date, and authenticated where necessary

  • 6.4.1 Name of Employee 1

  • 6.4.2 Is employee 1 in the enclosure?

  • 6.4.3 Current medical certificate (or copy of) on site

  • 6.4.4 Evidence of competence (competence certificate less than 12 months old or current training certificate or evidence through TNA) is on site

  • 6.4.5 Face fit certificate (or copy of) is available for the RPE in use, or to be used

  • 6.4.6 Name of Employee 2

  • 6.4.7 Is employee 1 in the enclosure?

  • 6.4.8 Current medical certificate (or copy of) on site

  • 6.4.9 Evidence of competence (competence certificate less than 12 months old or current training certificate or evidence through TNA) is on site

  • 6.4.10 Face fit certificate (or copy of) is available for the RPE in use, or to be used

  • 6.4.11 For certificate where the name of the company being audited has not been recorded on the certificate by the provider, has each copy been authenticated by, or under the direction of senior management, with a statement confirming their validity

  • 6.4.12 Operative Labour on site is supplied by

  • 6.5 A clearance test certificate is available for the DCU(s) in use

  • 6.6 Other observations relating to supporting documentation

SECTION 7 – ADDITIONAL NOTES & SUPERVISOR COMENTES

  • Auditor Additional notes ?

  • Supervisor Comments ?

SECTION 8 – CLOSING OF AUDIT

  • Enter date and time ?

  • Asbestos site supervisor

  • Auditor

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