AMR Maintenance - Health & Safety Audit

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

• Contractor

• Company

• Facilities Job Captain/Project Manager

• Principal Contractor

  Yes

  No

  If Yes - Name

• Does the contractor know who their Job Captain for this work is

  Yes

  No

• Work request for works sighted

  Yes

  No

• All staff on sight are inducted - CIM system or closed site

  Yes

  No

• Is the work site a Medium / High Risk site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All staff on construction site have their "Construction Induction Card"

  Yes

  No

Site Safety Management Plans

• Site specific Safety Plan on site and accessible for all site staff to view

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Inductions completed and recorded on register

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Accident and emergency plan completed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Toolbox meetings recorded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Project hazard assessment (risk register) completed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Consultation methods being recorded and itemised

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safe Work Method Statements are in place for medium and high risk tasks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hazardous substances register is maintained

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Evidence that Safety inspections are taking place

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety Signs are posted around site e.g. Hard hat, safety boots, eye & hearing protection, Hazchem signs

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire Precautions provided on site, e.g. Hose reel etc.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Overhead electrical conductors protected

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is safe access and egress from site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Site suitability protected against public access e.g. barricades, fencing, hoarding, lighting etc.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Building materials safely stacked and secured e.g. Pipes, ply, roof sheeting etc.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lighting is adequate to perform work safely

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Evacuation Procedure - A site plan showing nominated assembly area/s and emergency contact details is located in prominent areas around the site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Slips / Trips / Falls

• Is the workplace clear of slip/trip/fall hazards

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is equipment / materials stored in walkways or aisles

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are steps or stairs adequate for purpose (not slippery etc)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are workers exposed to risks in walkways and aisles near mobile plant, machinery etc:

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Amenities

• Sound/weatherproof construction shed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Adequate ventilation, heating, cooling & lighting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Protected against insects & vermin

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Adequate clean, fresh drinking water

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Clear access and egress from all amenities

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No building materials or equipment stored in amenities

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Power supplied to all amenities is construction wiring & identified as such

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Change & meal rooms must be separate or separated by an internal wall

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have toilets been installed and maintained to prevent odours from reaching food areas

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Washing facilities within or adjacent to toilet with clean water (hot where practicable) & soap, mirrors, hand drying & garbage bins

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Change rooms where work requires clothes to be changed with bench seating & clothes hooks. Change rooms should have some form of heating

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Showers are provided when dirty work requires it; note - number of showers depends on the number of site staff requiring showers. Showers should have hot & cold water, curtain or door, soap & soap holder, non slip flooring, clothing hook

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Meal room (1m*) for each person with:

• Adequate tables and seating

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ventilation/cooling/heating

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Refrigerator, food warmer, sink with clean water supply

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Boiling water

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Garbage bags with liners

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Shelves for storage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

First Aid

• First aid kits appropriate for size & type of site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sufficient number of trained first aiders appropriate for current number of employees on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A portable first aid kit is available to be taken out on site if required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First aid kit/s are easily accessible to all working on the site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Notice near the first aid kit/room displaying names & telephone numbers of first aiders

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Injury register is maintained with a record of all injuries

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Kit has been checked bi-annually and evidence of the check is recorded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical

Switchboard ........

• Waterproof

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Loackable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Located on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Securely fixed to structure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Identifies the power feed source

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have the RCD'S been enclosed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the MSB have an isolating switch

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there no sharp edges that could damage cords

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Show evidence of safe system of work; lock off tags and padlocks etc

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Construction wiring is distinguished from permanent by cable colour (usually yellow) or yellow tape at intervals less than 5 meters

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No double adapters or piggy back plugs are being used

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure extension cords are not joined together

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do they have up-to-date inspection tags (monthly inspection by a qualified person) and are the inspection details recorded in a log book by the owner

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Power, machines, portable tools and appliances

• Guards, blades, outer casings,power cords, on/off switch, all in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Inspection tags are up to date and the details recorded in a log book/register

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical appliances in amenities sheds/site offices are inspected & tagged upon arrival & then at 3 monthly intervals.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Falling Objects

• Do all workers have hard hats where required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all barricades & kick boards erected so that tools and building materials won't fall on people below

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Overhead protection is provided when work is being carried out on the perimeter of a building to protect persons below (where practicable otherwise barricading & signage)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If there is a risk of objects falling on people (workers, general public) then the area where the object could fall is barricaded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do people working at height secure their tools with lanyards

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Emergency Control

• Site plan is located in site office (and around the site on larger projects

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Site entry/exit is safe and well signed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First aid facility

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Evacuation path/details

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Evacuation assembly area/s signed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency contact numbers are clearly displayed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Chief warden details are displayed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Working at Heights/Fall Prevention

• Have all tasks been identified, assessed and controlled where there is a risk of a fall greater than 2.0 meters? (SWMS required)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Persons over 2 meters from the ground (who are not connected to an approved arrest system) are working from an approved working platform (scaffold, gantry)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are floor penetrations securely covered?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Roof Work

• Guard rails are installed and/or fall arrest system (harness, lanyard, static line) is used

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the roof work been assessed and planned in accordance with the prevention of falls in General Construction Compliance Code.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• People working at height (greater than 1.8 m) outside guard rails; Are the connected to an anchorage point that will withstand the force of the falling person (according to AS1891.3, AS2317 and manufacturer's instructions).

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is safe access to and from anchorage points

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Scaffolding/working platforms

• Scaffolds above 4 meters are erected/altered/dismantled by a scaffolder holding the appropriate scaffolding qualification

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the scaffold constructed on sufficient foundation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the adequate bracing in all directions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all working platforms fully planked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Scaffolding above 4 meters that remains erected is inspected once a month by a licensed scaffolder. Inspection details recorded on site site scaffold register or on a scafftag.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there handrails and kick boards for all working platforms more than 2 meters high?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is scaffolding tied to the building at least every 3.6 meters in height & length?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Scaffolds not within 4.6 meters of live electrical conductors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Wheels on mobile scaffolds lockable & locked when in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are outriggers used on mobile scaffolds when the height is greater than three times the width of the base?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Ladders

Ladders

• On firm and level ground when in use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Intact & in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Away from doors and access ways

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.6 meters from live electrical conductors

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Made of non-conducting material when being used near electrical equpment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ladders are rated Industrial type only

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Extension Ladders

• Stable and securely fixed at the top and bottom

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Angle at least on in four extend at least on meter above the top platform

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Locking mechanism works

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Only used as access/egress (no work to be done)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Step Ladders

• Non slip footing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Spreader bars locked in position - worker has 3 points of contact at all times

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Worker is at 3 rungs down from the top of the step ladder

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Excavations & Penetration

• Have underground services in excavation vicinity been identified and isolated prior to excavation commencing?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All excavations are barricaded and made visual to pedestrians and vehicles at all times e.g. Handrail, barricading, reflective tape or lights.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Excavations deeper than 1.5 m require SWMS to be completed for the work. Has WorkSafe been notified? Where there is a potential fall of 2m or more physical barriers must be erected.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safe means of access and egress from the excavation are provided at all times.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Persons operating excavation equipment has the appropriate license or certificate to operate the machinery.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Respiratory Hazards

• Adequate respiratory protection (e.g. Dust masks) is worn in dusty environments, particularly when dealing with:

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If possible, dusty work processes and areas are isolated.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If possible, dusty work processes and areas are wet down

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Good house keeping procedures (e.g. Vacuuming with HEPA filter or wet sweeping and wet c,earning are carried out)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Asbestos, if present on site, in any form has been identified, and the locations communicated to the workers on site? Arrangements have been made for its removal by an approved sub contractor.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

PPE

• All personnel wear PPE when either specified on site signage, through a directive from the site foreman, or when the SWMS requires it.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety footwear complies with AS 2210 e.g steel cap with adequate tread to prevent slipping.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety helmets (AS 1801) are available on site for visitors and employees.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety glasses/faceshields (AS 1337) are work when there is danger of splashes from chemicals or corrosive, or grit in the eye from dust of flying objects or welding flash.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• High visibility vests are worn on and around site when there is a pedestrian/traffic/mobile plant or security hazards.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sunscreen is available for employees working outdoors.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Plant & Equpment

• Only authorised/licensed personnel operate plant equipment.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Operators conduct pre-shift check of all plant/equipment.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Plant register for registered plant site.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Equipment checks are maintained

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Traffic Management

• Is there a up to date Traffic Management Plan for the job

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all workers involved in the Plan, trained in Traffic Management?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the Traffic Management control measures adequate for the task?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention

• Flammable goods are stored appropriately.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No smoking rules enforced

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Extinguishers

• Kept in fire hazard locations

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Positioned at exits as per BCA

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Regularly inspected & tagged

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Labelled and clearly sign posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Combustible materials are kept well away from ignition sources

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hot Work

• Fire extinguisher is in immediate proximity of work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Protection screens used

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• SWMS is prepared & signed off for hot works

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a hot works permit system, and is it being followed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• PPE including face shield goggles & gloves are worn

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Oxy/Acetylene bottles are secured.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Noise Management

• Noisy areas & tasks have been identified & signs have been erected

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Can the job Substitute noisy machine for quieter one

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Isolate noise source behind sound absorbent wall or curtains

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Move noisy machinery as far as possible away from workers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the people using noisy machinery and others working near it wearing AS1270 approved protection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Manual Handling

• Objects are lifted and tasks are conducted without excessive physical strain.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Mechanical aids are used when a manual handling risk is identified.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hazardous Substances & Dangerous Goods

• Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all hazardous substances are kept on site and are accessible to all site personnel (in the first aid room)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hazardous substances are used, handled and stored according to the methods prescribed in the MSDS

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Adequate training, instruction and information is provided for workers to use hazardous substances safely

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All containers of substances are labelled clearly and correctly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The type and amount of hazardous substance stored or used on site is recorded in the hazardous materials register

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the total quantity of flammable and combustible liquids stored on site comply with the maximum amounts prescribed for minor storage in table 2.1 of AS1940? If not DG license may need to be arranged and/or storage methods improved.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Gas cylinders (indoors), not more than the following empty or full containers:

• 7 of Acetylene

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5 of LPG Forklift

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3 of 45 kg LPG

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 10 of non-flammable gas (green diamond label)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Dangerous goods of different classes (refer Hazchem label) are not stored in the same area and can't mix if spilt (spilled?)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Waste Management

• All loads of rubbish removed from site are securely covered to ensure no spillage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No site waste is in Deakin University bins

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Dust & Air Emissions

• Stockpiles are damp or covered when required (ie during high winds)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Areas of high dust are being kept wet (eg demolition)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Powered machinery has appropriate particulate control, and doesn't emit large amounts of smoke

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Erosion & Storm Water Management

• Stockpiles have silt fence on downstream side.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sediment Control Devices e.g straw bales filters, gravel surface barriers, sandbags, pit baskets or geo-textile fabrics are installed at runoff points, as per SEMP to prevent sediment entering the storm water system

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Groundwater is not to be discharged to storm water OR sewer without water authority approval

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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