Aedis Group CDM & Site Safety Ltd

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Audit Title
Document No.
Client / Site
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Prepared by
Location
Personnel

Management Controls

Check that a signed copy of Form 10 has been sent to the local HSE office and that a copy is displayed on site.
Check employers and public liability insurance certificates are valid and on display.
Have appropriate signs/notices been erected around the site i.e. mandatory use of PPE, Incomplete Scaffolds, No Smoking, Traffic Management, Fire assembly, Fist Aid Points etc.
Ensure a new style Accident Book (which complies with the Data Protection Act) is provided on site and is available to all personnel
Ensure adequate supervision is provided for all activities on the site paying particular attention to work activities as undertaken by young persons and/or those which are high risk activities.
Ensure that all persons are familiar with the requirements of the site safety rules and that they are complied with on site.
Ensure all contractors have been provided with information relating to Health & Safety for the work they are undertaking.
Ensure site safety rules are displayed in a prominent position e.g. reception, canteen, site office etc.
Ensure all subcontractors have been assessed and are adequately resourced and competent for the work they are undertaking.
Ensure operatives CSCS/SKILL cards/registration are appropriate for the work being undertaken

Access and Egress

Is there safe access and egress to all working areas of the site?
Have pedestrian walkways been provided to protect them from moving vehicles?
Are walkways free from obstructions and stored materials?
Are access routes adequatelly lit?

Asbestos Management

Has an asbestos survey been carried out in accordance with HSG264?
Has a detailed risk assessment and method statement been carried out?
Have the results of the server been communicated to relevant parties?
Have enclosures been tested?
Have positive pressure units been tested?
Are air testing results in place?
Are certificates of re-occupancy in place?
Are waste consignment notes in place?
Has the HSE been informed before any work has been undertaken (14 day notice)?
Is the removal company licenced?
Are medical certificates of the persons doing the work in date?
Is the work being carried out in a controlled and safe manner?
Has the asbestos been disposed off in accordance with the special waste regulations ?
Are emergency procedures in place for inadvertent exposure?
Is the presence of asbestos included in the site induction?

Cartridge Operated Tools

Has the operator/s been properly trained?
Is the operator/s wearing eye protection?
Are the gun cartridges keep secure when not in use?

Compressed Gasses (e.g. LPG, Acetylene)

Are they kept away from flammable liquids?
Are the properly stored in a purpose made cage?
Are gasses segregated by type?
Is the cylinder valves fully closed when not in use?
Do all lines have anti-flashback arresters fitted (except for LPG fired blow heaters/torpedo heaters?
Do all line connections only have approved fittings and clips, with no Jubilee clips?

Confined Spaces

Confined Spaces include manholes, shafts, pits/tanks, pipes/culverts, certain excavations, silo's and other confined/enclosed spaces.
All work in confined spaces should be subject to a specific risk assessment and be carried out in accordance with Permit to Work/Enter and a safe system of work.
Only appropriately trained and qualified persons who have undergone an accredited confined spaces entry course shall be permitted to enter a confined space, and only then if the correct checks have been made and the correct safety equipment (breathing apparatus, gas detection equipment, emergency escape equipment etc) are used.
Is there a risk assessment for the confined spaces work?
Ensure all confined space permits have been checked, are valid and being strictly enforced.
Controls should include atmospheric monitoring, emergency escape arrangements, adequate supervision (i.e.: a top man outside of the confined space), method of raising the alarm and safe access/egress etc.
Check permits are closed and cancelled upon completion of the works.

Consultation

Has a system been established for employees to comment and be consulted on health, safety and welfare issues.
Are any actions being implemented ?
Ensure appropriate Tool Box Talks are given to all employees and that the Tool Box Talks are appropriate and relevant to the work being undertaken.
Ensure that an attendance register has been maintained and signed by all persons present at each Tool Box Talk.

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)

Have COSSH Assessments been carried out for all potentially hazardous materials and substances being used on the site.
Are material safety data sheets available to assist with COSHH assessments.
Have the hazards associated with the use of such materials been properly communicated to those affected.
Ensure all dangerous/hazardous materials/Substances are clearly marked/identified and stored in a secure location appropriate to the substance.
Have the appropriate control systems and PPE been provided and is the PPE being used.

Demolition Operations

Has a competent person been appointed to oversee the demolition operations?
Has the structural stability been checked and are temporary supports in place where required?
Are any temporary works designed required?
Where required has the scaffolding been netted, monaflexed or hoarded off?
Have all services been disconnected?
Is the area barried off and suitably signs in place.?
Is there adequate dust suppression where required?
Is there sutable noise controls in place?
Is there suitable lighting?
Is material being removed from site on a regular basis and not allowed to accumulate?

Electrical Equipment

Ensure that existing services e.g.: electricity cables, gas mains etc have been identified and effective steps have been taken to prevent danger from them.
Check that low voltage tools and equipment are being used wherever possible.
Check that cables and leads are protected from damage.
Check all connections are properly made and suitable plugs are used.
Check that tools and equipment are visually checked and regularly inspected/tested by a competent person. (PAT)
Ensure that cables and trailing leads are not trip hazards.
Ensure that suitable and sufficient task lighting is provided to enable operatives to safely carry out their work.

Environmental Management

Site wide issues
Is there any evidence of nesting birds, if so are protection measures adiquate?
Are trees that have a tree protection order (TPO) protected?
Environmental Emergency
Is an Emergency Plan in place?
Evidence of ongoing review?
Is it communicated via induction?
Is it tried and tested?
General Environmental Management
Are environmental guidance notes available on site?
Have all potential pathways been identified and addressed?
Are any concrete washout facilities suitable?
Is a local drainage plan available on site?
Are any noise/dust issues present and are they being suitably controlled?
Are weekly environmental checks taking place?
Local Community
Is there a complaints procedure in place?
Is plant and equipment fitted with suitable and effective silencers?
Any evidence of liaison with local schools?
Environmental Registers
Is the environmental register up to date and relevant?
Spill Response
Are spill kits available?
Located in the correct areas?
Staff and operatives aware of their location?
Have emergency drills taken place?
Is their location communicated via induction?
Are the contents regulary checked?

Excavations/Earthworks

Ensure that checks are made to determine the presence of any buried services before and during all excavation works.
All excavations should be carried out in accordance with a detailed method statement s and permit to dig. Is there a permit to dig?
Check that there is adequate support and propping for the excavation, or whether it has been sloped or battered back to a safe angle.
Check that there is a safe method used for placing supports, without the need for operatives to work in an unsupported trench.
Check that there is safe access into the excavation (i.e.: a sufficiently long and secured ladder).
Check that barriers or other protection to stop people/vehicles falling in are in place.
Ensure that materials, spoil and plant is stored away from the edge of the excavation to reduce the chance of collapse.
Ensure that the excavation is regularly inspected by a competent person and that a record of such inspections is maintained.

FASET Safety Netting

Are all nets within a 5-10% sag across the span?
Are the nets as close as possible?
Are primary supports suitable?
Is their a hand over certificate in place?
Are tie rope knots/attachments secure?
Is attachment spacing less than 2.5m or as per manufactures instructions?
Do and overlapped nets have an minimum overlap of 2m or they pinned or laced?
Is a suitable clearance distance available?
Is there a rescue / recovery plan in place?

Fire Risks and Management

Is there a fire risk assessment in place?
Ensure there are emergency procedures for evacuating the site in case of a fire, flood, explosion etc.
Ensure all staff know what these procedures are and that they form part of the site induction.
Check that there is an adequate means of raising the alarm, and that it is regularly tested.
Ensure that there are adequate escape routes and that these are kept clear of obstructions.
Ensure that the quantity of flammable materials, liquids and gases are kept to a minimum and are adequately stored.
Ensure that smoking and other ignition sources are banned in areas where gases or flammable liquids are stored or used.
Check that flammable and combustible waste is removed regularly and stored in suitable bins and skips.
Check that suitable fire extinguishers are provided and that they are maintained and in a good condition.
Check that all fire extinguishers have had an annual inspection.
Do all temporary coverings comply with LPS1207?

First Aid

An appropriate number of trained and qualified first aiders should be available on the site.
Are Additional suitably qualified persons available to ensure adequate first aid provision is provided.
Are the names of all first aiders detailed on the site notice board?
All first aiders should be clearly identified on site through the use of an appropriate helmet sticker.
Ensure the first aid kit contains only first aid materials.
The location of the first aid box should be indicated on the site notice board and the door of the room in which it is contained. Are they clearly indicated?
The First Aid box should be;
Marked with a white cross on a green background.
Be placed where it can be seen and used.
Be checked and replenished on a regular basis.
Are new staff made aware of its location as part of their induction?

Housekeeping

Ensure all debris and waste is removed from the work area upon completion of the work or at the end of each shift.
Ensure Debris is not be allowed to collect around the site.
Ensure materials are stored in an appropriate manner so as not to cause damage to or a weakening of the material.
Are All pipes and tubes etc securely wedged or choked to prevent accidental movement?
Ensure all waste receptacles are are appropriately signed for their intended contents.

Health & Safety Management Plan

Ensure the project management plan is up to date and signed by all relevant parties.
Is an emergency plan defined and in place complete with emergency contact numbers?
Is the plan meaningful and communicated to all parties, including sub contractors?
Are responsibilities defined?

Induction

Ensure all staff receive a site specific safety induction before starting work.
Ensure all staff who have been inducted display an induction sticker on their safety helmet or wear a photo identification badge.
Are site safety inductions being adequately carried out both for staff and visitors?

Lifting Operations/Equipment

Ensure a (competent) Appointed Person co-ordinates all lifting operations.
Have all lifting operation got a valid lifting plan?
Ensure that all lifting equipment has been tested and installed by a competent person and is regularly maintained and inspected.
Check that the operators are trained and competent.
Check that the rated capacity/safe working load is clearly marked.
Ensure that the lifting equipment is capable of lifting the heaviest component within the anticipated working radius - allow for sufficient spare capacity.
Ensure that cranes and other lifting equipment has sufficient space to operate safely.
All lifting equipment should have a thorough examination every 6 months.
Ensure lifting operations do not take place near overhead power lines and excavations.

Low Level Access Including Steps and Podiums

Are podiums used before steps are allowed?
Are operators trained in the use of podiums?
Are podiums maintained and inspected regularly?
Are podiums free from defects?
Are steps class 1 as defined in EN131?
Is there a risk assessment in place for the use of steps?
Is a permit system in place?

Manual Handling

Ensure that a manual handling risk assessment has been completed wherever regular lifting of heavy loads is required.
Check the suitability of using wheelbarrows, hoists, telehandlers and other plant or machinery so that manual handling of heavy objects is kept to a minimum.
Avoid the repetitive laying of heavy building blocks weighing more than 20KG.
Ensure all staff have received manual training.

Mobile Scaffold Towers

Check that proprietary tower scaffolds have been erected and are being used in accordance with the suppliers instructions.
Check that the wheels of any tower scaffold have been locked when in use and check that the platform is empty when being moved.
Are they tagged safe for use?

Occupational Health, HAV'S, Noise and Associated Health Risks

Check that workers have had information and training so that they know what the risks are from HAV.
Check that exposure to HAV has been reduced as much as possible by selecting suitable work methods and Plant.
Ensure reduced-vibration tools are used wherever possible.
Check vibration tools are properly maintained.
Check whether health surveillance for people exposed to high levels of hand-arm vibration over long periods is in place.
Limit the exposure of persons to HAV by ensuring that no person uses vibrating tools for longer than the manufactures guided times.
Noise - As a general rule, if you: - have to shout to be heard at a distance of 2m, the noise level is approx 85dB and you should consider wearing hearing protection.
- have to shout to be heard at a distance of 1m, the noise level is approx 90dB and you should definitely wear hearing protection.
Ensure that workers have had training so they are aware of the risks from noise on site and what they need to do to avoid these risks.
Check whether the noise can be reduced by using different working methods or selecting quieter plant e.g.: by fitting breakers and other plant or machinery with silencers.
Preventative maintenance can also help to reduce the noise caused by wear and tear on plant and machinery.
Ensure that people not involved in the work are kept away from the source of the noise.

Permits to Work

Hot Works - Hot Works include welding, oxy-acetylene cutting, use of angle grinders/skill saws etc.
Ensure all Hot Works Permits have been checked and reviewed and are valid for the work conditions.
Ensure suitable and sufficient fire prevention measures are in place, including the removal of all combustible materials, the use of fire blankets and fire extinguishers.
Ensure old permits have been cancelled and closed.
Dig - digging includes, excavations, knocking in pins, breaking ground etc.
Ensure permits to dig have been prepared and issued where the excavations are complex, hazardous or impact on the work or operations of another.
All permits to dig should be checked and reviewed prior to issue to ensure the appropriate controls have been included.
Ensure all contractors are working in accordance with permits to dig.
Ensure the permit is valid.
Check old permits have been cancelled and closed.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

PPE General Requirements - Ensure PPE compatibility issues have been considered and that one piece of PPE not restrict the effectiveness of another piece of PPE.
Ensure that PPE is issued on an individual basis.
Ensure that it is suitable for the type of work being undertaken.
Check that the PPE is marked with the genuine 'CE' mark to help identify type of protection.
Ensure all staff and visitors are wearing Hi-Viz vests or jackets.
Eye Protection
Ensure that it is of a suitable grade for the type of work being undertaken. I.e. light protection or full goggle etc.
Foot Protection
Ensure that footwear is fitted with steel toecaps and steel sole plates.
Hand Protection - Ensure that where damaged to the hands may occur through activities such as handling, or when using hazardous substances/chemicals that all persons affected wear the appropriate class of safety glove.
Are all gloves free from damage?
Check that hands are washed frequently after spells of work.
Ensure gloves are the correct size.
Ensure gloves are correct for their application and the activity being undertaken.
Check the availability of barrier creams and skin cleansers.
Hearing Protection
Ensure the correct type of protection is in use for the task.
Ensure that hearing protection is used as instructed.
Ensure Areas which are mandatory hearing protection zones are signed as such using the appropriate signs.
Respiratory Protection (RPE) - Avoid the use of nuisance dust masks.
Ensure that the correct type of respiratory equipment is used for the works being undertaken.
Ensure that persons are trained for the use of the RPE and where applicable have a face fit test to ensure the effectiveness of the RPE.
Ensure that all equipment is cleaned and checked after use.
Safety Helmets
Ensure all staff and visitors are wearing safety helmets.
Were all helmets found free from damage?
Ensure helmets are worn correctly.
Were helmets within their expiry date - helmets should be changed every 2-3 years.

Plant & Equipment

Ensure that tools and equipments are stored correctly to avoid damage to the equipment and persons.
Dry, covered and secure storage areas should be provided for all tools and equipment.
Hand tools
Ensure that the right tools and equipment are being used for the right job.
Power Tools
Ensure operatives have been trained to use the tools/equipment they are using.
Check that all dangerous parts are guarded e.g. gears, chain, drives, projecting engine shafts etc.
Check that guards are secure and in good repair.
Ensure that the tools are in a good state of repair and carries appropriate safety symbol e.g. BS kite mark, CE Mark etc.
Check that tools are 110 volt and that a residual current device (RCD) is used for additional protection.
Check the supply cable for cuts, splits or other damage. All all cables free from damage?
Ensure that all operators are trained and competent.
Plant
Ensure all Plant and Machinery is inspected on a weekly basis by a competent person and recorded in a Plant Inspection Register.
Do all plant fitted with a semi-automatic hitch have safety pins fitted?
Are all plant operators trained and hold a valid plant operators card for the categories being operated?
Is Plant Used Correctly.

Registers and Records

Check the site Inspection Registers for items such as scaffolding, excavations, coffer dams, plant and other equipment have been completed in a timely fashion.

Risk Assessments and Method Statements

Ensure all Method Statements have been prepared by a competent person and have been checked, reviewed and signed.
Are method statements adequate and suitable for the task?
Ensure all contractors are working in accordance with the method statement.
Risk Assessments and Method Statements compliant?

Scaffolding/Working platforms

Check that any scaffold erection, alteration or dismantling is carried out by a competent person.
Check that all standards are provided with base plates and timber sole boards which span at least two base plates.
Ensure that the scaffold is adequately tied to the building or structure to prevent collapse.
Check that double guard rails and toe boards or other suitable protection at every edge.
Check that there are additional brick guards provided to prevent materials falling from scaffold where they are used as a working platform.
Check that working platforms are fully boarded and that the boards are arranged to avoid tipping or tripping - i.e.: no overlapping boards.
Do all ladder accesses have self closing gates fitted?
Ensure that there are effective warning notices in place to stop any person using an incomplete scaffold.
Check that the scaffold is strong enough to carry the weight of materials stored on it and that they are evenly distributed.
Ensure that the scaffold has been properly maintained.
Ensure that a competent person inspects the scaffold regularly, at least once a week; and always after it has been altered, damaged and following extreme weather.
Are scaffold tags being utilised?
Ensure that these inspections are adequately recorded.
Are all scaffolds and working platforms sutable?

Site Set up

Are the following items displayed?
Latest H&S Policy?
Insurance Policy?
Fire Plan?
Emergency plan and contacts?
Signs for doors and cabins?
First aid location signs?
Assembly point signs?
Accident reporting process?
Site registration under the Hazardous Waste Regulations?
No Smoking signs?
Health & Safety Law poster ( what you should know)?
Is the site set up in accordance with CDM and Company requirements?

Traffic Management

Has a traffic management plan been prepared?
Are traffic management arrangement suitable and sufficient ?
Are pedestrians segregated from moving vehicles and plant?
Does the site layout match the plan?
Are storage areas identified?
Are loading areas identified?
Have one way or turning points been identified?
Are procedures in place for the unloading of vehicles to prevent fall from vehicles?
Are seat belts being used?

Training and Skill Cards

Are all persons trained for their respective tasks?
Are Skill Cards available for inspection?

Waste Management

Is a waste management plan in place and sutable?
Ensure the plan is signed by all including the client/client representative?
Is the plan being maintained?
Is it being reviewed on a regular basis?
Is the hierarchy of waste control being applied on site - are operatives aware of the disposal process?
Are bins clearly labelled?
Are all waste carries and transfer stations records available?
Are waste transfare notes available and correctly filled in?
Is the process communicated via induction?

Welfare Facilities

Ensure a facility is provided to change, dry and store clothing.
Mess facilities should include a place where workers can sit, make hot drinks and prepare food.
Mess facilities shall be of sufficient size for the number of employees on site and are provided with heating.
Ensure access to the welfare facilities are accessible to all persons on the site.
Ensure a supply of wholesome drinking water and cups are provided.
Ensure that all drinking water supplies are appropriately signed.
Ensure sufficient toilets are readily available, maintained, kept clean & are properly lit.
Note - A connection with mains drainage is always preferable to that of a chemical toilet.
Are toilets connected to the main sewer?
Ensure there are washbasins, hot and cold running water, soap and towels.<br>
Ensure that the washbasins are large enough to wash up to the elbow and are kept clean.<br>
Are welfare facilities cleaned on a daily basis?

Working at Height

Ensure safe access and egress have been provided to areas.
Roof Work
Ensure that edge protection is provided to stop people or materials falling.
Ensure that precautions have been taken to stop people falling through fragile materials when working on roofs, e.g.: by providing barriers, covers or working platforms.
Ensure roof ladders are used in accordance with best practice requirements.
Ensure that people are kept away from areas below the roof work.
Ensure that ladders are in good condition, are not split, warped or have damaged rungs etc.
Check whether ladders are suitable for the purpose - only for short term work or for gaining access to another area.
Check that ladders rest against a solid level surface and that this is not a fragile or insecure material.
Check that ladders are secured to prevent them slipping sideways or backwards.
Check that ladders rise a sufficient height above their landing place (approx. 1m or 5 rungs).
Safe landing platforms to be provided where a ladder rises to a height of 9m or more.
Are work at height operation in accordance with the W@H Regulations?