Arca audit Form M8

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Date and time of arrival

  Date

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Document No.

• Personnel

• THE FOLLOWING SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED AND CONSIDERED SATISFACTORY BEFORE CONTINUING FURTHER WITH THIS AUDIT

Preliminary requirements

• Is there a valid (i.e. in date) ASB5 notification form on site for the works to be audited?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there (or will there be) asbestos removal work or cleaning in progress within the enclosure during the audit?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there provision to observe work practices within the enclosure by means of CCTV and/or viewing panel(s)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a site specific Plan of Work available on site for the works?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a copy of the company standard procedures/ generic procedures available on site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the decontamination unit fully functional in terms of power, ventilation, and the provision of hot and cold running water for showering?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• DO NOT PROCEED WITH THE AUDIT UNLESS EACH RESPONSE ABOVE IS AFFIRMATIVE. SHOULD ANYTHING ABOVE BE AMISS THAT CAN BE RECTIFIED IMMEDIATELY, THEN CONTINUE WITH THE AUDIT ONCE RECTIFIED.

• SHOULD ANYTHING ABOVE BE AMISS THAT CANNOT BE RECTIFIED IMMEDIATELY, THEN INFORM THE SUPERVISOR, THAT THE AUDIT CANNOT CONTINUE

ASB5 Notification Form

• Are details of any other licence holders recorded in section 3 of the ASB5?

  Comments

• What form of asbestos containing material is being worked upon? (Section 4 of ASB5?)

  Comments

• What is the approximate extent of the works stated in section 5 of the ASB5?

  Comments

• What is the maximum number of employees per shift stated in section 5 of the ASB5?

  Comments

• How many operatives (including the supervisor) are on site?

  Comments

Site documentation

• Is the contract supervisor the same person as specified in the plan of work?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the plan of work detail to whom upon? (Section 4 of ASB5)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the plan of work detail the analytical company providing the 4 stage clearance?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the plan of work detail who the analytical company is contracted to?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the plan of work detail the type of asbestos involved? (i.e. Amosite, Chrysotile, Crocidilite)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the plan of work detail the condition of the asbestos containing material to be removed? (e.g. good, fair or poor)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the plan of work (or standard procedures) detail who is authorised to amend the plan of work?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the plan of work (or standard procedures) detail the construction method for enclosures and air locks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the plan of work (or standard procedures) detail the arrangements for smoke testing and witnessing? If Yes, please record name/title of proposed witness

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the plan of work (or standard procedures) detail decontamination entry and exit procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the plan of work (or standard procedures) detail the type of respirators used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the plan of work detail the asbestos removal technique to be used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are welfare facilities detailed in the plan of work and are they available for use as described?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the scope of works adequately described on the plan of work, and does it match the details recorded on the ASB5?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a site specific risk assessment available for inspection, for hazards other than asbestos? e.g. hot work, work at heights, use of hand tools, confined spaces, electricity, manual handling etc

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a set of COSHH assessments on site? (smoke, fluid, foam, spray adhesive etc). NB. Material safety data sheets on their own are insufficient

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a copy of the contractor's current valid licence available for inspection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there documented evidence on site confirming current insurance cover for both employers liability and public liability? e.g. Insurance schedule

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are daily site and plant inspection records (including DCU, enclosure, airlocks, NPU's & vacuum cleaners) available for inspection and up to date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the NPU inspection record include manometer/ pressure gauge readings for each NPU in use (including DCU)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the smoke test record for the enclosure been completed and do the witness details match those stated in the plan of work?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Site Supervisor and/or Operative(s)

• Current medical certificate

  Name

  Name

  Name

  Name

• Current training certificate?

  Name

  Name

  Name

  Name

• Training provider

  Name

  Name

  Name

  Name

• Face fit test certificate for RPE in use?

  Name

  Name

  Name

  Name

• Examination record for RPE in use? (daily if in enclosure, currently monthly if not)

  Name

  Name

  Name

  Name

• Adequate response when questioned regarding emergency procedures? (if not in enclosure)

  Name

  Name

  Name

  Name

• Supervisor/operative(s) clean shaven?

  Name

  Name

  Name

  Name

• If out of enclosure, or if seen before entry

  Name

  Name

  Name

  Name

• Additional comments

  Comments

• Are all copies of certificates (above) individually authenticated by, or under the direction of, senior management, with a statement confirming their validity?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

Site Organisation

• Does the sketch plan included with the plan of work match the site set up, and include the positions of the NPU, airlock, bag lock (if applicable), viewing panels/ CCTV and DCU as a minimum?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Do viewing panels and/or CCTV show all areas so far as is reasonably practicable?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is each viewing panel (where applicable) at least 600 x 300mm

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Are there adequate warning signs which comply with the safety signs and signals regulations? (including the black hand prohibition symbol)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a suitably stocked first aid kit available on site?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

Plant on site/ Certification

• Are there at least 2 H-type vacuum cleaners on site?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is there an electrical safety certification for DCU?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a current gas safe certification for the DCU? (LPG)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are current DOP test certificates (or copies) available and relevant to each vacuum on site?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Does the number and capacity of the NPUs in use correspond with that stated in the plan of work?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is there a current DOP test certificate (or copy) available on site for the NPU within the dirty end of the DCU?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

Enclosure/ Airlock

• Is the enclosure in sound condition and constructed so as to prevent the spread of asbestos?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is the airlock free from visible asbestos debris?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is a bucket and sponge (or similar) available for decontamination or respirator?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Are the airlock openings either oval or rectangular in shape?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Do the flaps cover the airlock adequately?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Are all of the airlocks flaps weighed?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is each stage of the airlock at least 1m x 1m x 2m (height)?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Does the inner stage of the airlock have a viewing panel at least 600 x 300mm?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

Air extraction equipment

• Is the extract sited in the relation to ideal air management?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is the extract capable of giving a minimum of 8 air changes per hour?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is the extract vented to the outside atmosphere where practical?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Does each NPU have a non-return flap on the exhaust side of the HEPA filter?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

Observed work practices

• Is the pre filter (or roving head) the only part of the NPU that is exposed to the working area? (i.e NPU sheeted out if inside the enclosure)

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Does the RPE (including filter) being use match that stated in the plan of work?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all components of the full face RPE uniquely identifiable? (e.g. mask, blower and battery identified/marked/tagged with name or item/serial number

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Are colours of coveralls as stated in the plan of work or standard procedure

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Are all items of necessary PPE being worn properly? (e.g. overall hood over head straps, overalls not tucked in to working footwear etc.)

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is the dust suppression method suitable for the type of work or material? (if needle injection machine being used, please state manufacturer)

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Does the asbestos removal technique being used match that stated in the plan of work?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Has the waste been appropriately bagged? (e.g. immediately, and single bagged if still in the enclosure)

  Yes

  No

  Comments

Hygiene Facility

• Is the unit positioned in relation to the work area as stated in the plan of works

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• If the unit is not directly connected to the enclosure, would it of been reasonably practicable to do so

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the transit route as short as possible and away from occupied areas

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• In addition to item 1.6 above, is the unit fully functional/ in working order? (Heating, lighting, water filter, drains etc)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the internal doors and external door to the dirty end self-closing?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Are there an adequate number of shower heads for operatives? i.e. at least 1 for every 4 operatives)

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is there a nail brush provided in the shower area?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is the unit in good condition and clean so far as reasonably practicable?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is there a clearance test certificate, from the previous job, for the dirty and shower compartments of the hygiene unit?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Are the clean and dirty end doors marked (including prohibited entry and mandatory PPE signage, where required)?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Are towels provided?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

Waste

• Are the waste disposal arrangements as described in the plan of work?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Has a separate bag lock been provided? If no, state reasons why. If no baglock, is this justified in the plan of work?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is the stage of the baglock at least 1m x 1m x 2m high? If no, state reasons why. If smaller, is this justified in the plan of work?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the inner stage of the baglock have a viewing panel at least 600 x 300mm? If no, state reasons why

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the baglock free from visible asbestos debris?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Is the waste transit route free from residual or split waste?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Where applicable, is there sufficient means to separate waste from equipment/ supplies within the company vehicle?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

Miscellaneous

• Are disposable working coveralls and transits coveralls category 3, type 5/6

  Yes

  No

  Comments

• Are contractors vans reasonably tidy and with minimal risk of the spread of asbestos?

  Yes

  No

  Comments

Scaffolding

• Are the asbestos removal contractors using scaffolding on site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Was a sub-contractor used to erect the scaffolding

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Was the scaffolding liable to disturb asbestos while being erected?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Further comments/ clarifications

• COMPLETE A SITE AUDIT SUMMARY OF OBSERVATIONS AND/OR RECOMMENDED ACTIONS. IF NO FURTHER ACTIONS ARE REQUIRED, COMPLETE A SUMMARY SHEET WITH A STATEMENT TO THAT EFFECT

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