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Hierarchy of Control Measures

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1 Documentation

1- Documentation

  • 1.1 - Source of Risk - The Strongbuild WHS policy is not clearly displayed.

  • Consequence
    Failure to comply with AS 4801 / ISO 45001 IMS requirements.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    At a minimum the Strongbuild WHS policy must be displayed in site office and where practicable meals or change sheds.

  • Applicable Legislation
    AS 4801 / ISO 45001

  • Is the Strongbuild WHS policy clearly displayed?

  • Observation

  • 1.2 - Source of Risk - A written WHS Management Plan has not been prepared or cannot be located during the audit.

  • Consequence
    Failure to comply with WHS legislation.
    Failure to comply with an IMS requirement.
    Failure to comply with Strongbuild procedure.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    All projects must have a written WHS Management Plan prepared and readily available.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 6, Part 6.4, Clause 309
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap6/part6.4/sec309

  • Is the WHS Management Plan onsite and readily avaliable?

  • Observation

  • 1.3 - Source of Risk - The WHS Management Plan has not been signed by all members of the project team.

  • Consequence
    Project team members are not aware of their WHS responsibilities.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    All project team members must read and sign the WHS Management Plan prior to project commencement or as they are assigned to the project.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 6, Part 6.4, Clause 309
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap6/part6.4/sec309

  • Has the WHS Management Plan been signed by all project team members?

  • Observation

  • 1.4 - Source of Risk - A written Environmental Management Plan has not been prepared or cannot be located.

  • Consequence
    Failure to comply with ISO 14001 requirements.
    Failure to comply with Strongbuild procedure.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Projects must have a written Environmental Management Plan.

  • Applicable Legislation ISO 14001

  • Is a written Environmental Management Plan available on site?

  • Observation

  • 1.5 - Source of Risk - Excessive building waste taken to landfill sites.

  • Consequence
    Adverse environmental impact.
    Reduced sustainability.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Bin companies to issued monthly recycle reports.
    Reports filled in project folder.

  • Applicable Legislation
    NSW POEO Act

  • Are bin companies issuing Recycle Reports and have these been saved to the project folder?

  • Observation

  • 1.6 - Source of Risk - There is no evidence temporary site power has been tested to comply with AS 3012 Electrical Installations – Construction & Demolition Sites

  • Consequence
    Faulty installation.
    Worker coming into contact with energised power source.
    Power failure.
    Blackout

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    A licenced electrician must test all temporary power supplies and installations and provide a handover certificate prior to the site use of any temporary power.

  • Applicable Legislation AS 3012 Clause 3.10

  • Have copies of Certificates of Compliance for temporary electrical services been received?

  • Observation

  • 1.7 - Source of Risk - There is no evidence the initial scaffold erection has been checked and complies with AS 1576 and AS 4576.

  • Consequence
    Partial or full scaffold collapse
    Scaffold not securely tied to building
    Missing handrails
    Missing toes boards
    Missing planks
    Undersized or loose sole plates
    Worker falling from scaffold
    Material falling from scaffold
    Unauthorised access to incomplete scaffold

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    The initial scaffold erection must be inspected by a suitable qualified competent person and handover certificate provided prior to use by any other site workers.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 5, Part 5.1, Division 7, Subdivision 3, Clause 225
    Australian Standard 4576 Section 13
    AS 4576 Clause 12.3
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap5/part5.1/div7/subdiv3/sec225

  • Has the initial scaffold handover certificate been received and filed?

  • Observation

  • 1.8 - Source of Risk - Risk, hazards & general site conditions are not monitored or recorded.

  • Consequence
    Slips, trips, falls
    Injured workers
    Unsecure site
    Poor electrical safety
    Low first aid supplies
    Site rules not followed

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Weekly site walks must be conducted and documented.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.1, Clause 34
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.1/sec34

  • Are Weekly Site Walks conducted and recorded?

  • Observation

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  • 1.9 - Source of Risk - Lack of communication between site management, trade supervisors and workers.

  • Consequence
    Workers unaware of scheduled high risk construction work activities.
    Workers unaware of designated No Go Zones.
    Lack of trade co-ordination.
    Workers unaware of near misses or injuries sustained on site.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Toolbox Talks held to communicate work activities, safety issues raised and co-ordination with over lapping trades.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Act Part 5, Division 2
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/act/2011/10/part5/div2

  • Are toolbox talks held ?

  • Observation

  • 1.10 - Source of Risk - The Nurse Call system has been regularly tested.

  • Consequence
    The Nurse Call system fails during an emergency situation.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Nurse Call systems shall be tested at regular intervals and results recorded.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, division 4, Clause 43
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div4/sec43

  • Is the Nurse Call system regularly tested and result recorded?

  • Observation

  • 1.11 - Source of Risk - Emergency evacuation drills are not conducted.

  • Consequence
    Worker confusion or panic during an emergency evacuation.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Emergency evacuation drills shall be conducted and results recorded.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 4, Clause 43
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div4/sec43

  • Are emergency drills being conducted and recorded?

  • Observation

  • 1.12 - Source of Risk - No consultation with mobile powered plant operator prior to commencement of works.

  • Consequence
    Impact with workers.
    Impact with other mobile powered plant.
    Unaware of no go zones.
    Unaware of underground services.
    Unaware of overhead power cables.
    Rollover.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    A Mobile Powered Plant Permit must be issued when plant is brought to site.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 5, Division 7,Subdivision 3, Clause 214
    Moving Plant on Construction Sites
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap5/part5.1/div7/subdiv3/sec214

  • Is there mobile plant on site at the time of the audit? (Select N/A if no plant is onsite)

  • Has a Mobile Powered Plant Permit been issued?

  • Observation

  • 1.13 - Source of Risk - Uncontrolled site fire.

  • Consequence
    Damage to building
    Personal injury

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    A Hot Work Permit must be issued before any Hot Work task can commence.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.1

    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.1

  • Is Hot Work being performed at the time of the audit? (Select N/A if no Hot Work is being performed)

  • Has a Hot Work Permit been issued for the task?

  • Observation

  • 1.14 - Source of Risk - Daily site activities are not documented.

  • Consequence
    Difficulty in tracking labour
    Difficulty in tracking tasks performed
    Difficulty in tracking daily weather
    Difficulty in tracking site visitors
    Difficulty in tracking instructions issued
    Difficulty in justifying Lost Time and subcontractor backcharges

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Site events must be recorded in the Site Diary daily.

  • Applicable Legislation
    The Commonwealth Evidence Act
    ISO 9001 requirement

  • Is the site diary completed daily?

  • Observation

  • 1.15 - Source of Risk - Fall from roof. (residential structure)

  • Consequence
    Personal injury

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    A roof safety rail must be install to the perimeter of the building and a handover certificate issued by the installer.
    (A visual and mechanical inspection by Strongbuild must be completed prior to accepting the handover certificate)

    If the roof safety rail cannot be installed to a gable end then a scaffold must be erected.
    (Scaffolds over 4 metres in height must be installed by a worker holding a current scaffold High Risk Work Licence)

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  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Part 4.4
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap4/part4.4

  • Have handover certificates been received for individual dwellings?

  • Observation

2 Safety & Warning Signs

2 - Safety & Warning Signs

  • 2.1 - Source of Risk - Identifying signage, including site safety rules is not clearly visible from the outside of the workplace.

  • Consequence
    Non- compliance with WHS legislation.
    Non-compliance with Strongbuild procedure.
    Workers are not aware of site rules.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Strongbuild shadecloth safety banner must be displayed and clearly visible from outside the workplace.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 6, Part 6.4, Clause 308

    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap6/part6.4/sec308

  • Is the Strongbuild Site Safety Rules shadecloth banner displayed?

  • Observation

  • 2.2 - Source of Risk - Persons entering the site are not aware surveillance cameras are in use.

  • Consequence
    Non-compliance with NSW legislation.
    Potential for legal action against Strongbuild.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Signage with wording similar to SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS IN USE must be displayed at all site entrance points.

  • Applicable Legislation
    Workplace Surveillance Act Section 11

    http://www6.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/legis/nsw/consol_act/wsa2005245/s11.html

  • Are surveillance cameras in operation at the workplace?

  • Is there signage displayed advising workers surveillance cameras are in use?

  • Observation

  • 2.3 - Source of Risk - Workers are unaware of changing site conditions, dangers or no go zones.

  • Consequence
    Personal injury.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Danger, Warning, Caution, Prohibition or Mandatory signage must be displayed within the site as required.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 6, Part 6.3, Division 1, Clause 297

    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap6/part6.3/div1/sec297

  • Is there sufficient signage displayed to warn workers of potential dangers?

  • Observation

3 Site Safety

3 - Site Safety

  • 3.1 - Source of Risk - Site is not secured from unauthorised access.

  • Consequence
    Entry to site by unauthorised persons.
    Injury to unauthorised persons that have entered site.
    Theft / Vandalism.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Site perimeter fences shall be regularly check for integrity.
    Gates not in use shall remain locked.
    All gates must be locked at end of each day.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Clause 298
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap6/part6.3/div1/sec298

  • Is the site safe from unauthorised access?

  • Observation

  • 3.2 - Source of Risk - Insufficient lighting to perform tasks or allow for safe movement around the workplace.

  • Consequence
    Eye strain.
    Slips, trips, falls.
    Injury to workers.
    Poor workmanship.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Provide artificial lighting to areas where natural lighting is insufficient.
    Check artificial lighting regularly to ensure it remains sufficient as work progresses and the building evolves.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Clause 40 (d)
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div2/sec40

  • Is there sufficient lighting for the tasks at hand?

  • Observation

  • 3.3 Source of Risk - Insufficient emergency lighting to facilitate a safe evacuation (Applies to high rise only)

  • Consequence
    Workers disorientated or trapped during an emergency evacuation

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Emergency lighting shall be provided in stairways, passageways & adjacent to switchboards, on all demolition & construction sites where the general lighting cannot be met using natural lighting.

  • Applicable Legislation
    AS 3012 clause 2.7.3
    Emergency lighting shall be provided in stairways, passageways and adjacent to switchboards, on all demolition and construction sites where the general lighting cannot be met using natural lighting. Such lighting shall allow safe access to and egress from the site and shall provide the lighting levels specified in Items (a), (b) or (c) below.
    Emergency lighting shall, in the required areas—
    (a) provide an average of 20 lx at 900 mm above floor level along the centre-line of the corridor containing the emergency luminaires; or
    (b) be installed using luminaires complying with the luminaire classification, mounting height and spacing as specified in the Standard
    (c) be installed based on calculations of illuminance complying with Clause 5.4.2.3 of AS 2293.1—2005 and using a minimum horizontal illuminance of 3 lx.
    The emergency lighting level shall be provided for a minimum of one hour following loss of normal lighting in the area.

  • Is there sufficient emergency lighting to facilitate a safe evacuation?

  • Observation

  • 3.4 Source of Risk - Untidy site, poor housekeeping.

  • Consequence
    Unsafe work environment.
    Increased chance of injury or accident.
    Lowers workers standards of safe work conditions and cleanliness.
    Poor client prospective of site team and overall company.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Provide sufficient skip bins or designated waste stockpiles.
    Subcontractors responsible for removal of their own trade waste.
    Site Managers to remind subcontractors of their subcontract obligations and Project Managers to administer the subcontract agreement regarding site cleanliness.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.1
    WHS Regulations - Clause 297
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.1

  • Is the are work zones organised and clean?

  • Observation

  • 3.5 Source of Risk - Impalement by building material or building element.

  • Consequence
    Impalement.
    Puncture wounds.
    Loss of eye or eye injury.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    At a minimum re-bar caps must be fitted to vertical and horizontal starter bars.
    Where possible eliminate working adjacent to or above exposed re-bars.
    Where possible isolated the area the prevent access.
    Provide additional protection to the top of re-bras. Eg secure timbers t top of re-bars.
    Re-bar caps are intended as a visual warning or to prevent brush contact with burred ends of the bars.
    Display warning signs above or adjacent to at risk building elements.
    Provide soft impact protection to at risk building elements.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.1
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.1

  • Is there risk of impalement by building materials or a building element?

  • Observation

  • 3.6 Source of Risk - Unsecured pressurised cylinder. Eg Oxy Acetylene or LPG bottles.

  • Consequence
    Explosion, gas leak or fire.
    Missile projectile.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Pressurized cylinders must be contained and secured in “welding cart”.
    Single bottles must be secured to column of wall.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.1
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.1

  • Are pressurised cylinders restrained?

  • Observation

  • 3.7 Source of Risk - Failure to comply with site PPE or SWMS PPE requirements.

  • Consequence
    Breach if site safety rules.
    Personal injury.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Site workers and visitor must wear PPE in accordance with site or SWMS requirements.
    Conduct toolbox talk.
    Issue Strongbuild Improvement Notice.
    Remove repeat offenders from site.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 5
    WHS Regulations Clause 300
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div5

  • Is there compliance with PPE requirements?

  • Observation

  • 3.8 Source of Risk - Unprotected penetration

  • Consequence
    Personal injury.
    Fatal injury.
    Object falling through penetration and striking person below.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Penetrations to be securely fixed with timber or steel cover capable of supporting 150kg and marked with “Hole Beneath” stencil.
    Concrete formed penetrations to have 4mm steel mesh cast in.
    Staircase voids to be fitted with temporary work platform or perimeter handrail / toeboard system.
    Note – Overhead work in staircase void is not permitted without temporary work platform installed.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 4, Part 4.4
    Code of Practice - Preventing Falls in the Housing Industry
    Code of Practice - Managing the Risk of Falls in the Workplace
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap4/part4.4

  • Are penetrations protected?

  • Observation

  • 3.9 Source of Risk - Unprotected excavation or open trench

  • Consequence
    Personal injury.
    Entrapment.
    Fatal injury.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    Excavations and/or trenches to be barricaded, covered or isolated.
    Warning signs to be displayed.
    Authorised competent persons only to work in or around excavation or trench.
    Trenches greater than 1.5 meters in depth to be shored, battered, benched or trench shields installed.
    Backfill trenches as work progresses.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 6, Part 6.3, Division 3
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3 Part 3.1
    Code of Practice - Excavation Work
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap6/part6.3/div3

  • Are excavations and/or open trenches protected?

  • Observation

4 Emergencies & First Aid

4 - Emergencies & First Aid

  • 4.1 Source of Risk - The Emergency Plan is not displayed.

  • Consequence
    Confusion during an emergency.
    Workers not aware of local emergency services contact numbers.
    Workers not aware of local essential service providers contact numbers.
    Workers not aware of location of local medical centre or hospital.
    Workers not aware of Government statutory bodies not identified.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Emergency plans are to be displayed in site office, crib rooms and other suitable site locations.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 4, Clause 43

    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div4/sec43

  • Is the Emergency Plan displayed?

  • Observation

  • 4.2 Source of Risk - Workers are unaware of the location of the Assembly Point.

  • Consequence
    Confusion during an emergency evacuation.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    Location of Emergency Assembly Point discussed during site specific induction.
    Cleary display Assembly Point signage.
    Discussed during Toolbox Talks if the location changes.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 4, Clause 43
    Code of Practice - Managing the Work Environment and Facilities Section 5.1

    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div4/sec43

  • Is the location of the Assembly Point easily identifiable?

  • Observation

  • 4.3 Source of Risk - Access to the emergency assembly point is obstructed.

  • Consequence
    Confusion during an emergency evacuation.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    The emergency assembly point must be kept clear at all times.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 4, Clause 43

    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div4/sec43

  • Do workers have unrestricted access to the Assembly Point?

  • Observation

  • 4.4 Source of Risk - Workers are unaware of the location of First Aid facilities.

  • Consequence
    Worker injury not treated, worker does not report injury.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    Location of First Aid facilities discussed during site specific induction.
    Cleary display First Aid signage.

  • Applicable Legislation
    Code of Practice First Aid in the Workplace Section 3.2
    http://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0015/52152/first-aid-in-the-workplace-code-of-practice-July-2015-3834.pdf

  • Is the location of First Aid facilities clearly identifiable?

  • Observation

  • 4.5 Source of Risk - Low supplies of First Aid equipment.

  • Consequence
    Inability to provide First Aid to treat injured worker.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    Undertake regular checks of supplies and reorder as required.

  • Applicable Legislation
    Code of Practice First Aid in the Workplace Section 3.1
    http://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0015/52152/first-aid-in-the-workplace-code-of-practice-July-2015-3834.pdf

  • Are First Aid supplies sufficiently stocked?

  • Observation

  • 4.6 Source of Risk - Fire extinguishers locations do not meet the requirements of the National Construction Code & AS 2444.

  • Consequence
    Confusion during a fire emergency.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    Fire extinguishers must be provided at all times on each storey adjacent to each required exit or temporary stairway or exit.
    For cluster homes - fire extinguishers shall be accessible within 30 metre radius.

  • Applicable Legislation
    AS 2444 Clause 3.2
    National Construction Code Vol.1. E1.8

  • At a minimum, are fire extinguishers located at temporary exits, fire stairs or a 30 metre radius for cluster home projects?

  • Observation

  • 4.7 Source of Risk - Fire extinguishers mounting heights do not meet the requirements of the AS 2444.

  • Consequence
    Non compliance with AS 2444.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    Extinguisher mounting heights:
    Max - 1200mm from floor to top of extinguisher handle

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  • Applicable Legislation
    AS 2444 Clause 3.2

  • Are fire extinguishers mounted at correct heights complying with AS 2444?

  • Observation

  • 4.8 Source of Risk - Fire extinguisher signage does not meet the requirements of AS 2444.

  • Consequence
    Non compliance with AS 2444
    Fire extinguishers difficult to locate during a fire emergency.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    Signage must be clearly displayed at a minimum of 2000mm above floor level.

  • Applicable Legislation
    AS 2444 Clause 3.2

  • Is fire extinguisher signage displayed at a 2000mm minimum above floor level?

  • Observation

  • 4.9 Source of Risk - Access to fire exits are obstructed.

  • Consequence
    Worker unable to safety leave the building.
    Entrapment.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Access and pathways to fire exits must be kept clear at all times.

  • Applicable Legislation
    Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 2, Clause 40 (a)
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div2/sec40

  • Are fire exits unobstructed?

  • Observation

  • 4.10 Source of Risk - Workers cannot be warned in the event of an emergency evacuation.

  • Consequence
    Confusion and poor communication when emergency evacuation is required.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    An operational emergency warning device must be readily accessible to Strongbuild site staff.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Clause 43
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div4/sec43

  • Is there a functioning emergency warning device onsite?

  • Observation

  • 4.11 Source of Risk - Access to the Nurse Call system is obstructed.

  • Consequence
    Difficulty in raising the alarm in the event of an accident.
    Delay in contacting Strongbuild site staff / first aiders.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Nurse Call stations must be accessible at all times.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 4, Part 3.2, Division 4
    Code of Practice - First Aid in the Workplace Section 3.6
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div4

  • Is there clear access to Nurse Call stations?

  • Observation

5 Electrical Safety

5 - Electrical Safety

  • 5.1 Source of Risk - Electrical equipment in the hostile environment is not tested at regular intervals.

  • Consequence
    Unsafe electrical equipment.
    Electrocution.
    Cardiac Arrest.
    Burns.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    All electrical equipment must be tested and tagged a frequencies in accordance with AS 3012, no greater than 3 monthly intervals.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 4, Part 4.7, Division 3
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap4/part4.7/div3

  • Is electrical equipment tested and tagged and within current date range? (Based on a random selection)

  • Observation

  • 5.2 Source of Risk - Leads or electrical equipment are exposed to damp or wet conditions / locations.

  • Consequence
    Electrocution.
    Cardiac Arrest.
    Burns.
    Live Surfaces.
    Damage to Electrical Equipment.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Leads must be elevated by use of lead stands or lead hooks.
    Leads or electrical equipment must not be exposed to adverse conditions.
    Work areas shall be kept dry.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 4, Part 4.7, Division 2, Clause 147
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap4/part4.7/div2/sec147

  • Are electric leads or equipment exposed to damp/wet conditions?

  • Observation

  • 5.3 Source of Risk - Unsafe electrical equipment. Eg exposed cables or grinder guards missing.

  • Consequence
    Laceration.
    Amputation.
    Electrocution.
    Foreign Body in Eye.
    Damage to Electrical Equipment.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Unsafe electrical equipment must be removed from the work site until repairs are completed or guards are reinstated.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 4, Part 4.7, Division 3, Clause 149
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap4/part4.7/div3/sec149

  • Is there any unsafe electrical equipment in use?

  • Observation

  • 5.4 Source of Risk - Leads or electrical equipment left in a position to create trip hazards or exposed to physical damage.

  • Consequence
    Trips / falls.
    Mechanical damage to lead or equipment.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Leads must be elevated by use of lead stands or lead hooks.
    Electrical equipment not left in paths of travel.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3 Part 3.1
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.1

  • Are electric leads creating trip hazards or exposed to potential mechanical damage?

  • Observation

  • 5.5 Source of Risk - Extension leads are joined together.

  • Consequence
    Leads overheating.
    Electrical fire.
    Voltage drop.
    Reduced trip time of RCD at final sub circuit.
    Burns.
    Electrocution.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    Where practicable use cordless power tools.
    Use of a portable generator.
    Separate extension leads with approved portable RCD box.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulation Clause 147
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap4/part4.7/div2/sec147

  • If 2 leads joined together, are the separated by an RCD box?

  • Observation

6 Electrical Safety (Temp Power Boards)

6 - Electrical Safety - Temporary Power Boards

  • Are there live Temporary Power Boards on site?

  • 6.1 Source of Risk - RCDs installed in temporary power-boards are not tested at regular intervals.

  • Consequence
    Unsafe electrical equipment.
    Electric shock.
    Burns.
    Electrocution.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    RCDs must tested and tagged a frequencies in accordance with AS 3012.
    If the tag records the following a register is not required:
    • Test date
    • Next test date
    • Name of tester
    • Result (pass/fail)
    • Trip test time (max 300m/s)

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 4, Part 4.7, Division 3
    AS 3012 Section 3
    AS 3760 Section 2
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap4/part4.7/div3

  • Are temporary power-boards tested and tagged at monthly intervals?

  • Observation

  • 6.2 Source of Risk - Accidental or unauthorised re-energization of current.

  • Consequence
    Burns.
    Electrocution.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    RCDs housings must be fitted with a padlock.
    The padlock must be kept secured at all times.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 4, Part 4.7, Division 4, Clause 156
    AS 3012 Clause 2.4.2
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap4/part4.7/div4/sec156

  • Are RCD housings secure and locked to prevent accidental or unauthorised re-energisation?

  • Observation

  • 6.3 Source of Risk - Internal components of a temporary power-board are exposed to the elements.

  • Consequence
    Damage to temporary power-board.
    Circuit failure.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    Temporary power-board lids or doors must be kept in a closed position.

  • Applicable Legislation
    AS 3012 clause 2.3.2.1 (b) & (v)

  • Are doors fitted and closed at all times?

  • Observation

  • 6.4 Source of Risk - Outer sheathing of extension leads can be damaged due to incorrect placement and attachment to power outlets in a temporary power-board.

  • Consequence
    Unsafe extension leads.
    Electric shock.
    Burns.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    All extension leads must enter through the lower shelf of the temporary power-board.
    Lid or door of the temporary power-board must display words similar to KEEP CLOSED – RUN LEADS THROUGH BOTTOM
    Extension leads must be wrapped around the Tie Bar.

  • Applicable Legislation
    AS 3012 clause 2.3.2.1 (iv)

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  • Are extension leads and/or leads from power tools connected to the temporary power-board correctly?

  • Observation

  • 6.5 Source of Risk - The temporary power-board can be displaced from mounting.

  • Consequence
    Power failure.
    Live elements of the temporary power-board exposed.
    Electric shock.
    Burns.
    Electrocution.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    Temporary power-boards must be securely attached to a pole, post, wall or stable freestanding structure.
    The freestanding structure must fixed or weighted down to be capable of withstanding external physical forces.

  • Applicable Legislation
    AS 3012 clause 2.3.3

  • Are temporary power-boards secured to prevent excessive movement or overbalancing?

  • Observation

  • 6.6 Source of Risk - Cables providing live current to the temporary switchboard can be damaged.

  • Consequence
    Power failure.
    Electric shock.
    Burns.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    Cables providing live current to the temporary switchboard must be sheathed with a conduit to prevent mechanical damage

  • Applicable Legislation
    AS 3012 clause 2.5.3

  • Are cables feeding the temporary switchboard protected against mechanical damage?

  • Observation

  • 6.7 Source of Risk - Unidentified live supply cables.

  • Consequence
    Electric shock.
    Burns.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    All construction wiring must be readily identifiable by attaching iridescent yellow tape spaced at intervals not greater than 5 metres and marked with the words CONSTRUCTION WIRING.

  • Applicable Legislation
    AS 3012 clause 2.5.4

  • Are temporary power conduits clearly marked with iridescent yellow Construction Wiring tape?

  • Observation

7 Ladder Safety

7 - Ladder Safety

  • 7.1 Source of Risk - Use of portable ladder less than 1800mm in height.

  • Consequence
    Fall from ladder.
    Non-compliance with Strongbuild site rules.

  • Possible Controls / Mitigation Measures
    A frame ladders less than 1800mm in height are prohibited on any Strongbuild site.
    Immediately remove any ladder less than 1800mm from site.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Act Part 2, Division 4, Section 28 (c) & (d)
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/act/2011/10/part2/div4/sec28

  • Are all ladders 1800mm or greater in height?

  • Observation

  • 7.2 Source of Risk - Portable ladders do not meet the minimum load rating of 120kg.

  • Consequence
    Non-compliance with Strongbuild site rules.
    Ladder failure.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Portable ladders must display the manufacturers load rating and meet the minimum 120kg requirement.

  • Applicable Legislation
    AS 1892.1 (metal) & 1892.3 (reinforced plastic) portable ladders.
    WHS Act Part 2, Division 4, Section 28 (c) & (d)
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/act/2011/10/part2/div4/sec28

  • Are all ladders rated 120kg or greater?

  • Observation

  • 7.3 Source of Risk - Portable ladders labelled "Domestic" are in use onsite.

  • Consequence
    Non-compliance with Strongbuild site rules.
    Ladder failure.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Domestic portable ladders are prohibited on any Strongbuild site.
    Immediately remove any domestic portable ladder from site.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Act Part 2, Division 4, Section 28 (c) & (d)

    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/act/2011/10/part2/div4/sec28

  • Are there any "Domestic" labelled ladders on site?

  • Observation

  • Are extension ladders being used onsite?

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  • 7.4 Source of Risk - Extension ladder is not secured.

  • Consequence
    Extension ladder can slip sideways or downwards.
    Fall from ladder.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Base and / or top of extension ladder must be secured.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.1
    Code of Practice – Preventing Falls in Housing Construction Section 7.1 (Safe use of ladders)

    http://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/52157/preventing-falls-construction-code-practice-3835.pdf

  • Are extension ladders secure to prevent slipping?

  • Observation

  • 7.5 Source of Risk - Extension ladder is placed at a too steep or shallow angle.

  • Consequence
    Worker can over-balance, fall from ladder.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Extension ladder must be positioned at ratio of 4 up to 1 out.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.1
    Code of Practice – Preventing Falls in Housing Construction Section 7.1 (Safe use of ladders)
    http://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/52157/preventing-falls-construction-code-practice-3835.pdf

  • Are extension ladders placed at a ration of 1 in 4?

  • Observation

  • 7.6 Source of Risk - Unsafe egress from extension ladder to work platform.

  • Consequence
    Worker can over-balance, fall from ladder.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Top of extension ladder must overhang top of access point by a minimum of 1 metre.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.1
    Code of Practice – Preventing Falls in Housing Construction Section 7.1 (Safe use of ladders)
    http://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/52157/preventing-falls-construction-code-practice-3835.pdf

  • Does the top of the extension ladder overhang at least 1 metre above the access point?

  • Observation

  • 7.7 Source of Risk - Extension ladder used as a work platform.

  • Consequence
    Worker can over-balance, fall from ladder.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Extension ladders are a mean of access only, use an alternative work platform.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.1
    Code of Practice – Preventing Falls in Housing Construction Section 7.1 (Safe use of ladders)
    http://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/52157/preventing-falls-construction-code-practice-3835.pdf

  • Are extension ladders used as a work platform?

  • Observation

8 Scaffolding

8 - Scaffolding

  • Is there scaffold on site?

  • 8.1 Source of Risk - Unauthorised access to incomplete scaffold.

  • Consequence
    Fall of person or thing.
    Partial scaffold collapse.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    At a minimum, a danger signage must be displayed as scaffold stairs with wording INCOMPLETE SCAFFOLD.
    Where practicable the scaffold should be locked off with a ledger or transom.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Act Part 2, Division, 4 Section 28 & 29
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.1
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 10, Clauses 54 & 55
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2011/674/chap3/part3.1

  • Is incomplete scaffold lock off and sign posted?

  • Observation

  • 8.2 Source of Risk - Regular scaffold inspections are not conducted by a competent person.

  • Consequence
    Fall of person or thing.
    Partial scaffold collapse.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Scaffold inspections must be carried out by a competent person at a maximum of 30 day intervals. Current scaffold tags must be displayed.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 5, Part 5.1, Division 7, Subdivision 3, Clause 225
    AS 4576 Clause 13.2
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap5/part5.1/div7/subdiv3/sec225

  • Are scaffold tags within the current date range?

  • Observation

  • 8.3 Source of Risk - Unauthorised removal or modification of scaffold components.

  • Consequence
    Full or partial scaffold collapse.
    Fall of a person or thing.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Where practicable display signage DO NOT REMOVE OR ALTER THE SCAFFOLD.
    Discuss the dangers of unauthorised alterations or removal of scaffold components during any Site Specific Induction.
    Discuss and document during Toolbox Talks and/or Trade Co-ordination Meetings.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Act Part 2, Division 4, Section 28
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/act/2011/10/part2/div4/sec28

  • Have any workers removed scaffold components to complete thier work tasks?

  • Observation

  • 8.4 Source of Risk - Building debris left on scaffold stretcher stairs.

  • Consequence
    Delay in transporting injured worker to waiting ambulance.
    Trip / fall hazards.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Scaffold stretcher stairs must be kept free of building debris at all times.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.1
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.1

  • Are the scaffold stretcher stairs free of building debris and trip hazards?

  • Observation

  • 8.5 Source of Risk - Building debris left on scaffold stairs.

  • Consequence
    Trip / fall hazards.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measure
    Scaffold stairs must be kept free of building debris at all times.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.1
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.1

  • Are the scaffold stairs free of building debris and trip hazards?

  • Observation

9 Work at Heights

9 - Work at Height

  • Is there any Work at Heights?

  • 9.1 Source of Risk - Incomplete or no edge protection.

  • Consequence
    Fall from height of a person or thing.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Roof tile/sheet installation must have either a full perimeter safety rail or full perimeter scaffold installed.
    Depending on the roof pitch, the height of the scaffold catch deck must be in accordance with Section 9.4 of The Code of Practice - Preventing Falls in Housing Construction.
    Options for other Work at Height tasks include:
    Temporary handrails & toeboards
    EWP
    Correctly erected mobile scaffold
    Fall arrest systems (harness)
    If practicable, prefabricate at ground level and crane into position.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 4, Part 4.4
    WHS Regulations Chapter 6, Part 6.1, Clause 291
    Code of Practice - Managing Falls in Housing Construction
    Code of Practice - Managing the Risk of Falls in the Workplace
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap4/part4.4


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  • Has edge protection been erected prior to work at heights?

  • Observation

  • 9.2 Source of Risk - No isolation zone at ground level for over head work.

  • Consequence
    Potential for worker(s) below to be hit by falling object.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Exclusion zones must be in-place where over head work is in progress.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 10
    WHS Regulations Chapter 6, Part 6.1, Clause 291
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div10

  • Are isolation zones in place with Workers Above signage displayed?

  • Observation

10 Site Amenities

10 - Site Amenities

  • 10.1 Source of Risk - Ratio of toilets does not comply with Code of Practice – Construction Work.

  • Consequence
    Failure to comply with WHS Regulations
    Failure to comply with Code of Practice - Construction Work
    Disgruntled workers.
    Over use of toilets, leading to unhygienic conditions.
    Intervention by CMFEU.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Maintain a ratio of at least 1 toilet per 15 male workers and 1 toilet per 10 female workers.
    A unisex toilet can be provided where there are 2 or less workers of the same gender.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 2, Clause 41
    Code of Practice - Construction Work Appendix I.
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div2/sec41

  • Given the number of site workers, are there sufficient toilets ?

  • Observation

  • 10.2 Source of Risk - Toilet are not kept clean.

  • Consequence
    Failure to comply with WHS Regulations
    Failure to comply with Code of Practice - Construction Work
    Unhygienic conditions.
    Slips, trips, falls.
    Potential intervention by CMFEU.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Toilets must be cleaned on a regular basis.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 2, Clause 41

    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div2/sec41

  • Are the toilets kept in a clean and hygienic condition?

  • Observation

  • 10.3 Source of Risk - Lack of liquid soap, hand towels or toilet paper.

  • Consequence Failure to comply with WHS Regulations Failure to comply with Code of Practice - Construction Work Unhygienic conditions. Potential intervention by CMFEU.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Monitor, maintain and restock essentials as required.

  • Applicable Legislation
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 2, Clause 41

    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div2/sec41

  • Is there sufficient stock of sanitary essentials?

  • Observation

  • 10.4 Source of Risk - Failure to provide adequate meal and shelter facilities.

  • Consequence
    Failure to comply with WHS Regulations
    Failure to comply with Code of Practice - Construction Work
    Unhappy workers.
    Low site morale.
    Potential intervention by CMFEU.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Provide and maintain weatherproof meal and shelter facilities as soon as practicable.

  • Applicable Legislation
    Code of Practice - Construction Work Appendix I.
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 2, Clause 41
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div2/sec41

  • Are there adequate meal & shelter facilities?

  • Observation

  • 10.5 Source of Risk - Failure to keep meal and shelter facilities clean.

  • Consequence
    Failure to comply with Code of Practice - Construction Work
    Failure to comply with WHS Regulations
    Unhappy workers.
    Low site morale.
    Potential intervention by CMFEU.

    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2011/674/chap3/part3.2/div2/sec41

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Provide and maintain weatherproof meal and shelter facilities as soon as practicable.

  • Applicable Legislation
    Code of Practice - Construction Work Appendix I.
    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Division 2, Clause 41
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div2/sec41

  • Are the meal & shelter facilities maintained in an acceptable condition?

  • Observation

  • 10.6 Source of Risk - Failure to provide supply of fresh cool drinking water.

  • Consequence
    Failure to comply with WHS Regulations
    Failure to comply with Code of Practice - Construction Work
    Unhappy workers.
    Low site morale.
    Potential intervention by CMFEU.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures

  • Applicable Legislation

    WHS Regulations Chapter 3, Part 3.2, Clause 41
    Code of Practice - Managing the work Environment Clause 3.2
    https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/regulation/2017/404/chap3/part3.2/div2/sec41

  • Is there a supply of fresh cool drinking water on site?

  • Observation

11 Environmental

11 - Environmental

  • 11.1 Source of Risk - Failure to control sediment and stormwater runoff.

  • Consequence
    Contamination of stormwater system.
    Soil erosion.
    Flooding of neighbouring properties.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Install and maintain sediment control systems including but not limited to:
    • Silt fences
    • Sediment basins
    • Swales
    Also refer to the Strongbuild Environmental Aspects & Impact Register.

  • Applicable Legislation
    NSW POEO Act

  • Is stormwater run off controlled?

  • Observation

  • 11.2 Source of Risk - Failure to control chemical leakage.

  • Consequence
    Contamination of stormwater system.
    Soil contamination.
    Negative impact on local ecosystems.
    Reduced water quality of local waterways.
    Staining finished hard surfaces.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    A spill kit is to kept onsite and readily available.
    Also refer to the Strongbuild Environmental Aspects & Impact Register.

  • Applicable Legislation
    NSW POEO Act

  • Is there a mechanism in place to control chemical leakage ?

  • Observation

  • 11.3 Source of Risk - Uncontrolled wet trade washout and clean-up.

  • Consequence
    Soil contamination.

  • Possible Control / Mitigation Measures
    Use of a sediment wash out system.

  • Applicable Legislation
    NSW POEO Act

  • If required, is sediment washout system in place?

  • Observation

12 Other

12 - Other

  • Are there any Site Specific requirements?

  • Site Specific Requirement
  • Details of the Site Specific Requirement

  • Has the requirement been met?

  • Provide details of non-confromity

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