Abatement Division Asbestos Removal Audit

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Contractor on site

• Main Task

  Select Environmental Clean Clean Removal Encapsulation Ancillary Supervisory Waste Handling

  • Environmental Clean
  • Clean Removal
  • Encapsulation
  • Ancillary
  • Supervisory
  • Waste Handling

• Asbestos Material

  Select Sprayed Coating AIB Insulation Cement Textured Coating Gaskets & Rope Floor Tiles

  • Sprayed Coating
  • AIB
  • Insulation
  • Cement
  • Textured Coating
  • Gaskets & Rope
  • Floor Tiles

• Asbestos Type

  Select Amosite Chrysotile Crocidolite Actinolite Anthophylite Tremolite

  • Amosite
  • Chrysotile
  • Crocidolite
  • Actinolite
  • Anthophylite
  • Tremolite

• Job Notified?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Where the question refers to a document please ensure a copy of the relevant document is included I.e. Take a photo. REMEMBER a picture is worth a thousand words.

PLANNING AND DOCUMENTATION

• Is there a site information board displaying the site POW, pictorial flow chart and emergency contacts?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is there a copy of the POW including the ASB5, risk assessment and method statement on site?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the risk assessments suitable, sufficient and relevant to the activities?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Have they been read and understood and have they signed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the ASB5 match the POW?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is there a copy of the asbestos licence & waste carriers licence on site?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is a copy of general procedures guide available on site?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

SITE SPECIFIC DETAILS

• Does the site layout agree with the drawings and photos and include the correct enclosure sizes and locations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the supervisor on site the one listed in plan of work?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the scope of works/methodology/material adequately described in the plan of work?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the plan of work detail the programme for when the work is to be carried out? (including start/finish times and weekend variations)

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the plan of work detail the air monitoring arrangements for the duration of the works?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the plan detail the person or company providing the 4stage clearance and to whom they are contracted to?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• If the plan of work has been amended, has it been signed/dated and do other records (e.g site diary) show the authorisation procedure has been followed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the plan of work detail the type of respirators to be used?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the plan of work detail the arrangements for smoke testing and witnessing? Has this been witnessed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

HYGIENE FACILITY/DECONTAMINATION UNIT

• Are the gas installation and safety certificates and the air clearance certificate for the DCU available?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the DCU connected to the enclosure?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the transit procedure in accordance to the plan of work?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the outside of the unit clean?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are there sufficient DCU's/showers for the number of personnel on site? (1shower: 4persons / 1 shower in modular: 2 people)

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the DCU legs down and is it level and is it connected to the mains water and power? Is the unit adequately earthed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are there usable warning signs on the external clean/dirty entry doors?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Have lockers been provided in the clean end?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are there adequate methods of heating the DCU in cold weather?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Do the showers have adequate supply of hot water?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is there a gas detector fitted?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are all doors (internal and external) self closing?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the waste water from the DCU filtered and discharging to foul sewer?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the DCU have an extraction fan fitted with a HEPA filter fitted on the dirty external wall? (does it have a current DOP/electrical test cert)

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the latest emergency evacuation instructions posted in the clean end of the DCU?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Have liquid soap, shampoo, nail brushes and clean dry towels been provided for the thorough decontamination of the removal personnel?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are hooks available in the shower to hang RPE whilst showering?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are all vents clear of dust and ingrained dirt?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are all seals (wall to floor, wall to wall sinks etc) in place?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are all doors and door castings clear of dust?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the sinks and waste system clean of dust?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is flooring worn to a level that ingrained dirt cannot easily be removed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the NPU and area underneath clear of dirt and in a dry condition? Can you see the flow meter

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the DCU set correctly in accordance with above?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

SITE PREPARATION

• Has all non-contaminated loose equipment and material been removed from the working area?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Has all fixed non-contaminated equipment been protected as far as reasonably practicable <br>(Take individual photos of ALL equipment e.g. Washing machines, on take over of site, and after protection. Highlight any damage to the owner before works start)

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Have all floor ducts, risers, electrical sockets and other openings been covered and sealed inside the area?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Has a supervisor confirmed all openings in plant, pipes, walls & ceilings (including hidden voids) been sealed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Has all electrical plant been isolated or effectively protected from the ingress of water or surfactant materials?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• During preparation/sheeting is the correct PPE & RPE being used?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are all employees wearing supplied logo clothing? Is it clean? Do they look and act 'professional'?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

AIRLOCK/BAGLOCK

• Does airlock consist of at least 3 (1x1x2m) compartments with vision panel (600x300mm located in dirty end?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the outer flap in place?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the flaps weighted at the bottom and taped?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Do the flaps overlap and cover the openings?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is there a hand held spray in the dirty end?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the airlock tidy and free of all dust, dirt and debris?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the airlock have suitable signage?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is there a baglock? If not, please state reason why? If yes does it consist of at least 3 (1x1x2m) compartments with vision panel (600x300mm) located in dirty ends?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

WORK AREA/ENCLOSURE

• Is the enclosure constructed using (1000 gauge ploy; 50mm2 timber or use cleanable surfaces of area)? Does the enclosure show integrity?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• If flame retardant polythene is required by POW, is it being used?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Has a clear Perspex inspection/viewing pale (600x300mm min) or CCTV been incorporated into the enclosure?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are ALL parts of the enclosure visible via the panel(s) or CCTV?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the work areas/enclosures on carpet? If so, has boarding been used to overlay the carpet?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are there sufficient ASBESTOS warning signs displayed around the area?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

PPE

• Are the asbestos removal operatives wearing full overalls, with a hood (type 5, cat 3)?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Ae they wearing gloves and Wellington boots?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the overalls on the outside of their boots?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are their hoods on the outside of their RPE harness strap

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• If a transit procedure is being operated, are work and transit overalls of a different colour?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the masks worn as stated in the POW?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• If any personnel are entering the area or have just exited the DCU, are they clean shaven?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is any other PPE required on site and is it being used?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

CONTROL MEASURES: - DUST REDUCTION/WET STRIPPING

• Is the system being used in accordance with that specified in the plan of work?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the system set up and working?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Satisfied that the dust levels are being reduced to the lowest practicable levels?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Do the results of personal air monitoring indicate that the methods used are effective?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the surfactants/wetting agents only been used on cold surfaces?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are exposure records available on site?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Check the service records of the equipment. Has it been serviced according to the manufacturers schedule?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

NEGATIVE PRESSURE UNITS

• Does the unit(s) extract from the enclosure at a point far enough away from the airlock enclosure as possible to ensure good air flow through the enclosure without any dead spaces, or is a roving head in place? Is the sufficient negative pressure?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is NPU(s) correctly sheeted to enclosure wall, or if inside, sheeted over including vent hose?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the unit(s) vent to atmosphere outside the building? Or if venting inside, is regular air monitoring being undertaken?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the pre filter look to be working efficiently?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the unit(s) have DOP/electrical test certificates?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the ducting in good condition?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

CLASS-H- VACUUM CLEANERS

• Is there one in the area near the airlock for decontamination?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the hoses and electric flex in good condition?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the vacuum cleaners working efficiently?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Have they got current DOP/electrical test certificates?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

WASTE HANDLING & DISPOSAL

• Is there a suitable waste disposal route for the bags with suitable signage?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the bags marked in accordance with the current legislative requirements?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is the waste double bagged?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are bags being overfilled?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• If waste is being temporarily stored, is the area labelled and secure?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• What condition is the skip? Is it lockable? Are suitable signs present?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the waste route follow the one in the plan of work?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is there any asbestos waste being stored in the area while this audit is being carried out? If so how much?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

TRANSIT PROCEDURES

• Is transit footwear available and is it stored in clean section of airlock?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are the sufficient pairs for the number of people in the work area?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Are transit coveralls stored in clean end of airlock?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Does the transit route go over 'exposed' carpeted areas?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Is there signage to show transit route?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• If site is occupied (other trades etc) is transit route barriered off or are personnel accompanied?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

AIR MONITORING ARRANGEMENTS

• Is the company and regime identified in the POW undertaking the air monitoring?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

COMMUNICATION

• Is there a suitable system in place to allow easy two-way communication between workers inside the enclosure and those working outside the enclosure?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES- are they in place/available for:

• Medical emergency inside the enclosure?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Loss of electric power?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

• Failure of the enclosure?

  Safe

  At Risk

  Opportunity for improvement

  Not Checked

  Not Applicable

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS

• Comments:

• Auditor

  Sign

• Supervisor

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