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Audit for Surveyors - MS and/or R&D - EDIT BEFORE USE
Audit for Surveyors - MS and/or R&D - EDIT BEFORE USE
ALAN FROST

Audit for Surveyors - MS and/or R&D - EDIT BEFORE USE

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Title Page

  • Job References

  • Date of Audit Completed

  • Full Site Address

  • Building Photograph

  • Lead Surveyor Name

  • Assistant Surveyor's Name

  • Surveyor Photograph

  • Type of Survey Demonstrated

    • Management
    • Management part
    • Refurbishment
    • Refurbishment part
    • Demolition
    • Demolition part

  • Type of Building Surveyed

  • Surveyor Signed Off / Shown Competence

  • Auditors Name

  • Surveyors Office Location

Summary of Audit

  • Scope of Works - General Description

  • Surveyors Experience (yrs)

  • Client Name

  • Purpose of Audit (multiple selection if required)

    • Trainee
    • Previously Experienced
    • 1st Sign Off Audit
    • 2nd Sign Off Audit
    • 3rd Sign Off Audit
    • 4th Sign Off Audit
    • 5th Sign Off Audit
    • Follow Up Audit
    • Routine Audit
    • Approval of Higher Level

Multiple and Higher Level Surveys Witnessed

  • Were multiple activities witnessed during a higher level survey?

  • Where survey activities have been witnessed during Higher Level Surveys, the below MUST be completed.

  • What was the original scope of works booked on TEAMS

    • Management
    • Management part
    • Refurbishment
    • Refurbishment part
    • Demolition
    • Demolition part

  • ***** EXAMPLE PROVIDED BELOW *****
    Actual Scope on TEAMS was a Demolition Survey to all areas, but the surveyor was able to demonstrate multiple survey levels to various areas to extent authorisation.


    Asbestos Refurbishment element was demonstrated to the follow area(s):-
    Kitchen and Bathroom to facilitate a bathroom upgrade to included bathroom suite and replacement extractor fan to the external wall via existing wall vent.

    Asbestos Management element was demonstrated to the follow area(s):-
    Lounge and Master Bedroom.

  • Was a Refurbishment element demonstrated during the Demolition survey?

  • What areas of the building did the surveyor demonstrate the correct surveying techniques?

  • What was the purpose of the demonstrated refurbishment survey?

  • Was a Management element demonstrated during the Refurbishment survey?

  • What areas of the building did the surveyor demonstrate the correct surveying techniques?

  • Did the surveyor demonstrate competence during the detailed scenarios?

  • If the above is not comprehensively documented, the surveyor cannot be authorised on the Skills Matrix for any level of survey other than what is detailed on the TEAMS appointment.

Documentation

  • Where non-conformities have been identified during the audit, the auditor will add a comment against each finding detailing root cause and agreed corrective action.

  • Does the surveyor have a detailed scope of works including any exclusions?

  • Does the surveyor fully understand the scope of works and clients requirements?

  • Were any deviations to the original scope of works correctly recorded?

  • Has the surveyor all equipment to undertake their task; tablet, plan paper, sample bags etc.?

Can the surveyor demonstrate accessing 'Environtec Cloud' to view:-

  • ETP002: Surveying

  • CAR12: The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012

  • L143: Work with materials containing asbestos

  • HSG53: Respiratory protective equipment at work: A practical guide

  • HSG264: The Survey Guide

  • COSHH Assessments

  • Health & Safety Policy

  • Waste Carrier License

Personal Documentation & Commitment

  • If this is a new employee sign off audit, have the pre-audits and training log been completed?

Has the surveyor gained suitable expectance for this level of work:-

  • Minimum amount of documented training logs

  • Minimum amount of satisfactory 'pre-audit' assessments

  • Gained BOHS P402 (or equivalent)

Has the surveyor completed H&S training:-

  • Introduction to H&S (detail certificate date as a comment)

  • Manual Handling (detail certificate date as a comment)

  • Working at Heights (detail certificate date as a comment)

  • Annual Refresher (detail certificate date as a comment)

  • Site Safety 'CSCS / SSSTS' Card (detail Number & expiry date as a comment)

  • Confined Spaces (detail certificate date as a comment)

  • PASMA / IPAF (detail certificate date as a comment)

Assigned Respirators:-

  • Can the surveyor provide valid RPE test certificates (valid for 2 years)

  • Half Face - Make and Model

  • Half Face - Specify Retest Date

  • Has the surveyors RPE been checked by a competent person in the last month

  • Is the standard of dress acceptable with Environtec uniform worn

  • Does the surveyor have an Environtec ID supplied and worn

Health and Safety

  • Has an on-site dynamic risk assessment been carried out by all attendees, including the auditor?

  • Is there a method statement on site

  • Is the surveyor clean shaven?

  • Photograph of surveyor required

  • Are all RPE identifiable as a complete kit, including storage box and filters in date?

  • Are coveralls on site and being worn; Cat. 5/6, Type 3

  • Can the surveyor demonstrate fit-test, ensuring adequately sealed?

  • Does the surveyor understand how RPE and coveralls should be worn and cleaning after use?

  • Does the surveyor understand the purpose of fibre suppressant?

  • Does the surveyor understand how contaminated coveralls are removed and disposed?

  • Does the surveyor know how to undertake preliminary (and full) decontamination procedures?

  • Does the surveyor understand the emergency procedures for identifying contaminated environments?

  • Does the surveyor understand the emergency procedures in the event of an accident?

  • Is the surveyor aware of the lone working policy?

  • Is the general vehicle condition acceptable and road worthy?

  • Is the vehicle equipped with a first aid kit and emergency breakdown cover?

  • Does the surveyor have a suitable sample transportation container?

Does the surveyor have the Correct PPE for the Works:-

  • Respirator

  • Hard Hat

  • Hi-Viz

  • Safety Glasses (in good condition)

  • Safety Gloves

  • Safety Footwear

Site Conduct

  • Did the surveyor explain the purpose of the survey and what they were doing on site?

  • Had the surveyor been instructed of any sensitive nature to be taken with occupants of the building during the survey?

    • Witnessed Surveying Area:-

  • Room/Area Location

  • Was the area unoccupied during sample collection with the 'Do Not Enter' sign displayed?

  • Was the appropriate PPE worn?

  • Was the appropriate RPE worn?

  • Photograph of RPE correctly worn

  • What ACM was sampled?

  • Was the sampled material taken in a discreet location in accordance with in-house sampling procedures?

  • Did the surveyor select a suitable tool to take the sample?

  • Was the tool clean before use?

  • Was a catch sheet placed below the sampling point?

  • Was fibre suppressant used prior and during sample collection?

  • Was the sample double bagged and each bag uniquely marked with the required information?

  • Was the tool cleaned immediately after use?

  • Was the sample point repaired/sealed immediately after sample collection?

  • Detail TEAMS sample reference

  • Was the material recorded correctly on TEAMS

  • Was an acceptable photograph taken?

  • Was the material assessment considered accurate?

  • Was the priority assessment considered accurate?

  • If the sample was 'As Sampled', was the MA+PA reviewed and amended accordingly?

  • Were no access area's with justifications recorded correctly?

  • Were presumptions recorded correctly?

  • Was the sample extent considered accurate?

  • Was the recommendation considered accurate?

  • Was the area surveyed in a safe manner without placing themselves and others at risk?

  • Were all areas inspected with potential ACMs recorded/sampled?

  • Was a room description recorded? (minimum of 5 elements)

  • Were all wet wipes used to clean tools, RPE and PPE placed in a waste bag?

  • If asbestos contamination is identified, did the surveyor collect a sample, restrict access and inform the project manager (and client)?

Equipment

  • Does the surveyor have their table charger available?

  • Does the surveyor have their company mobile onsite and charged?

  • Does the surveyor have a torch?

  • Does the surveyor have a 'No Entry' warning sign?

  • Does the surveyor have fibre suppressant for safe sampling? (water is not acceptable)

  • Does the surveyor have adequate supplies of coveralls?

  • Does the surveyor have adequate supplies of P3 and pre-filters?

  • Does the surveyor have a clean set of sampling borers?

  • Does the surveyor have a suitable catch sheet? (asbestos waste bag unacceptable)

  • Does the surveyor have a good selection of both clear and red asbestos waste bags?

  • Does the surveyor have a clean and sharp bradawl?

  • Does the surveyor have a clean and sharp chisel?

  • Does the surveyor have clean pliers? (check teeth for debris)

  • Does the surveyor have a clean and sharp knife with spare blades?

  • Does the surveyor have cloth tape?

  • Does the surveyor have a filler knife and filler?

  • Does the surveyor have paint for sealing samples?

  • Does the surveyor have wet wipes to decontaminate tools and RPE?

  • Does the surveyor have a clean set of screwdrivers?

  • Does the surveyor have a crow bar?

  • Does the surveyor have a hammer?

  • Does the surveyor have a plasterboard saw?

  • Does the surveyor have a drill?

  • Does the surveyor have sampling labels?

  • Does the surveyor have asbestos warning labels?

  • Does the surveyor have a good selection of sample bags?

  • Does the surveyor have a good selection of stationary?

  • Is the tool box clean and free of suspect dust and debris?

  • Does the surveyor have an endoscope for R&D surveys?

  • Does the surveyor have appropriate equipment for confirmed spaces?

  • Does the surveyor have appropriate equipment for working at heights?

  • Does the surveyor have alternative means to collect survey information if TEAMS fails?

Does the surveyor have a suitable ladder:-

  • Barcode

  • Expiry Date

  • Equipment within calibration?

  • Checked and in Clean Working Order?

Does the surveyor have a H-Type Vacuum:-

  • Barcode

  • Expiry Date

  • Equipment within calibration?

  • Checked and in Clean Working Order?

General Operations and TEAMS Reporting

  • Was the booking information on TEAMS correct?

  • Did the surveyor conduct a thorough visual inspection prior to starting

  • Brief surveyors description of the buildings structure, age and types of ACMs potentially could be found.

  • Did the surveyor commence the survey in a methodical manor?

  • Were all elements recorded? (Ceiling, walls, floor, doors and windows)

  • Were all areas tapped and prodded ensuring no assumptions were made?

  • Was the information on the tablet completed as the surveyor progressed?

  • Was every visible attempt made to gain access to veiling voids, paneling, ducts, beneath carpets etc.?

  • Was there satisfactory damage to the structure for a R&D survey?

  • Was each area left safe and all debris removed following the survey especially for a R&D?

  • Was damage to the building structure considered reasonable, neat and in a discreet location?

Were the site plans considered accurate:-

  • Photograph of surveyors site plan(s)

  • Accurate site diagram that represents the floor

  • Doors included

  • Sample points

  • As sample points

  • No access areas

  • Room hatching

  • Clear and legible

Audit Summary

  • Summary of the surveyor's conduct, demonstrated competence and whether authorisation should be granted following this audit.

  • As part of Environtec's commitment for improving standards, all non-conformities listed within this audit report will be the topic of the training needs analysis. All required training was completed on site by the auditor.

    The refresher training given on site will comply with CAR 2012; Regulation 10, incorporating elements of the syllabus of BOHS P402. This includes; Management and Refurbishment/Demolition surveys, safe working at height, manual handlings and any updates and/or changes to legislation.

  • By the Surveyor signing this audit form, they are agreeing and confirming that all raised non-conformities identified during this audit have been discussed by the Auditor and retraining provided, to help understand route causes and agree on any relevant and applicable corrective actions to minimalise recurrences.

  • Auditors Name & Signature

  • Please ensure that upon completion of this audit, this form is transferred back to the server and the PDF version is placed into the Auditees training folder, and updating the Skill Matrix and TEAMS.

Audit for Surveyors - MS and/or R&D - EDIT BEFORE USE
ALAN FROST

Audit for Surveyors - MS and/or R&D - EDIT BEFORE USE

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