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Behavioural Safety Observation Conversation - Stairs & Ladders
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Site:
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Task Observed:
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*** The approach by the observer is to demonstrate genuine concern for the worker’s health and safety. Observers should focus on good practices as well as identifying unsatisfactory practices. Observations should be short and take no more than 15 mins. Review past observations for the area of work, and previous actions. Use consultation and discussion to identify action and gain commitment from workers to change work habits. ***
POSITION OF PEOPLE
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o Exposure to slip / trip / fall hazards?<br>o Is the worker working at height, leaning and twist?<br>o Body posture, twisting turning, straining, pushing pulling, over exertion using excessive force, two man lift required?
PROCEDURES
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o Is there a procedure for working at heights or using stairs?<br>o Does the site have a ladder register and is it up to date? <br>o Is the Worker(s) identifying hazards/risks for slips, trips, and falls in their area/ task?
WORK PRACTICES
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o Are handrails being used when accessing stairs/ladders?<br>o Are unstable step stools or chairs being used as step stools?<br>o Are 3 points of contact being used when getting in/out of powered mobile equipment?
HOUSEKEEPING
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o Trip hazards or debris evident?<br>o Is the Worker attending to any spills, water, slippery surfaces?<br>o Is the Worker(s) storing objects, tools, electrical leads or product in aisles, walkways and working areas that could pose a tripping hazard?
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
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o Is the Worker(s) using ladder and step ladders appropriately i.e. ensuring they are secure and in good working order before using?<br>o Is the Worker(s) carry loads instead of using assistive equipment i.e. trolley, ropes and pullies?<br>o Is appropriate fall arrest equipment being used where required i.e. scaffolding, harnesses?
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
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o Check Eyes & Face, Ears, Respiratory, Hands, arms, Feet & legs, trunk (is equipment being used appropriate, is it fit for purpose and in good condition)
MAIN AREA OF FOCUS: STAIRS & LADDERS
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STAIRS & LADDERS
Note down any site, facility or building hazards noted during the observations may include; (PME, Forklifts, People Vehicle Separation, Traffic Management) High Risk tasks involving workers / contractors.
SAFE ACTS OBSERVED
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If all acts are safe what positive feedback was provided to the observed employees to encourage safe behaviour?
UNSAFE ACTS OBSERVED
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If any acts are unsafe what corrective action was provided to the observed employees to encourage safe behaviour?
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS REQUIRED
INCIDENTS / HAZARDS ENTERED INTO VAULT
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