Information

  • Audit Title

  • Employer/Builder

  • Employer Representative/ Phone Number/ Position

  • Site Address
  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Entry to inquire suspected contraventions under Victorian OHS Act (2004) Part 8, Division 3, Section 87.

  • Was entry refused or unduly hindered/obstructed? (Vic OHS Act Section 93).

  • Were you intentionally or unreasonably hindered while exercising your ARREO entry rights?

Management Responsibilities

Management Responsibilities

  • Is there a health and safety management plan for the project/site? (OHS Regs 5.1.16).

  • Do the contents of the plan specify who is responsible on behalf on management for health and safety; the arrangements for managing health and safety incidents on site and any site specific health and safety rules? ( OHS Regs 5.1.17).

  • Is there a full and comprehensive site specific OHS&E induction, that explains (in the appropriate language/s) all facilities of the site, the site emergency procedures, full contact details of management personal in case of emergencies and the appropriate responsibilities of management personal on the site? (OHS Regs 5.1.17)

Emergency Procedures and protocols?

  • Is the plan site specific?

  • Is there a map notifying where to muster in an emergency evacuation?

  • Is an Emergency Plan prepared and implemented at the workplace? (OHS Act Sect 21 & Workplace Amenities and Work Environment Compliance Code WorkCover 2008).<br>

  • Are the correct emergency wardens listed on the plan?

  • Is the plan displayed in prominent locations around the site?

  • Has the plan been tested for its effectiveness and relevance to the site layout and conditions?

  • What is the frequency of testing?

  • Emergency evacuation from Tower Cranes (AS 2250.1: 6.8.2)

  • Has there been an emergency plan formulated for the crane driver in consultation with the crane crew?

  • What emergency evacuation training and instruction has been provided to the crane crew and has it been tested for its effectiveness?

  • What procedures have been developed in the event of incidents, illness or injury to the crane driver?

Traffic Management

  • Is there a site specific Traffic Management Plan in place?

  • Does the plan include;

  • Physical Separation for pedestrians and moving vehicles?

  • Safe Entry and Exits for the site?

  • Review procedures for changing site conditions?

  • Speed limits, direction of traffic and stop sign locations?

  • Loading bays?<br><br>

  • Is there a designated loading bay/s to accommodate all deliveries for the site - including any material/s that may be required to be lifted by crane/s?<br><br>

  • Does the loading bay / specific designated loading/unloading area provide approved physical protection against vehicle collision for all those who need to work in and/or around the loading bay/loading area?<br>

  • Requirements for vehicles on site? (Warning lights, horns, radios)

  • Is the plan being implemented and followed?

  • Are traffic controllers required? <br><br>

  • Has Council permit has been obtained?

  • Is the appropriate signage (as per the approved/authorised traffic management plan) in place for vehicles and pedestrians?

  • Are traffic controllers trained and qualified (Road Management Act 2004)?<br>

  • Have traffic controllers completed an appropriate refresher course (within last three years)?<br>

  • SWMS have been prepared and followed? (OHS Regs 5.1.9)

  • Controllers are wearing correct PPE?

  • Secure physical barriers are in place?

  • Worker fatigue is monitored and managed with regular breaks and rotation?

Site Requirements

  • Is signage displayed with relevant builder contact details clearly visible from outside the workplace?

  • Does it display;

  • The principal contractor's name and telephone contact number, Including after hours?

  • The location of the site office?

  • PPE requirements for the site?

  • The presence of any hazardous chemicals or any specific hazardous site conditions (e.g. Asbestos in soil...)?

  • Is the site secure to prevent unauthorised access?

  • Are hazards isolated in the event of unauthorised entry occurring?

Permit Requirements

  • Have all the necessary permits been obtained? (Council, EPA, WorkCover, VicRoads etc)

  • Are permits kept on site and available to view?

Induction/s

  • Do all workers on site hold general construction induction cards? (OHS Regs 5.1.20/21/22)

  • Have workers been site inducted? (OHS Regs 5.1.17)

  • Are induction records kept on site available for viewing?

  • Are all visitors inducted into site-specific hazards and risks (e.g. Contaminated soils, contaminated waters, asbestos, lead...)

Safe Work Method Statements

  • Are safe work method statements prepared for high risk construction work? (Victorian OHS Regs (2007) Section 5.1.9).<br><br>Meaning of “high risk construction work”<br><br>high risk construction work means construction work:<br>(a) where there is a risk of a person falling more than 2 metres;<br>(b) on telecommunication towers;<br>(c) involving demolition;<br>(d) involving the removal or likely disturbance of asbestos;<br>(e) involving structural alterations that require temporary support to prevent collapse;<br>(f) involving a confined space;<br>(g) involving a trench or shaft if the excavated depth is more than 1.5 metres;<br>(h) involving a tunnel;<br>(i) involving the use of explosives;<br>(j) on or near pressurised gas distribution mains or piping;<br>(k) on or near chemical, fuel or refrigerant lines;<br>(l) on or near energised electrical installations or services;<br>(m) in an area that may have a contaminated or flammable atmosphere;<br>(n) involves tilt-up or precast concrete;<br>(o) on or adjacent to a roadways or railways used by road or rail traffic; <br>(p) at workplaces where there is any movement of powered mobile plant;<br>(q) in an area in which there are artificial extremes of temperature;<br>(r) in, over or adjacent to water or other liquids that where there is a risk of drowning;<br>(s) involving diving.

  • Are SWMS readily accessible and set out in a way that is easy to understand?

  • Are arrangements in place to ensure SWMS are complied with?

  • Is high risk construction work performed in accordance with SWMS?

Consultation

  • Is the consultation process consistent with and adhering to the Victorian OHS Act (2004) Section 35 & 36

  • Are workers being consulted about ALL matters affecting their health & safety? (Vic OHS Act (2004) Section 35)<br>If there is a health and safety representative, the consultation MUST involve that representative/s (with or without the involvement of the employees directly) Victorian OHS Act (2004) Section 36.

  • Is there a CFMEU OHS representative on site?

  • Is the CFMEU OHS rep involved in the consultation - with or without the involvement of the employees directly (Victorian OHS Act (2004) Section 36)?

  • Was the CFMEU OHS representative duly elected and authorised by the workers/CFMEU members?

  • Is there an up to date list of OHS reps displayed? (Section 71 OHS Act 2004)

  • Have HSR's requested and completed an initial (and approved) training course and a refresher course at least once per year (OHS Act (Vic)2004 Section 67)?

  • Is there a site OHS committee (Vic OHS Act 2004 Section 72)?

  • Is at least half of the committee made up of workers (Vic OHS Act (2004) Section 72)?

  • Are minutes from the OHS committee meetings being displayed/posted for workers viewing and consideration at the workplace?

  • Are the HSR's and/or site safety committee being notified and included in incident investigations? (Vic OHS Act (2004) Section 35&36).

  • Are health & safety concerns being addressed and closed out?

  • Are regular safety walks being conducted and formally minuted (recommended one walk with full compliment of the site OHS committee once every 7 days)?

Work Environment (security, PPE, access, manual handling, amenities, first aid)

Site Security

  • Is the site fully fenced to restrict unauthorised access? (OHS Act 2004 - Section 21 & 23; AS 4687).

  • Is the fencing stable both under normal and adverse conditions? (AS 4687-1.3)

  • Is temporary fencing installed within the boundaries of the worksite?

  • Is fencing installed no more than three degrees out of plumb?

  • Has the fencing been tested to withstand various loads?

  • Are all components in good condition and maintained to prevent injury to public? (AS 4687-1.4)

  • Are maximum infill spaces of mesh no bigger than 75mm? (AS 4687-2.1)

  • Is access blocked underneath the fence?

  • Are braces, counterweights and base plates installed as necessary? (AS 4687-2.1.7)

  • Are hoardings installed?

  • Is plywood a minimum of 12mm thick and painted? (AS 4687-2.2)

  • Has an engineer designed, inspected and signed off the hoarding? (AS 4687-2.2.4)

  • Have fences and hoardings been installed as per manufacturers recommendations and by a competent person?

Personal Protective Equipment

  • Have workers been supplied with the appropriate PPE for the work they are performing?

  • Have other control measures been implemented to reduce the amount of PPE needed? (OHS Act 2004 Section 4)

  • Have workers been consulted about the need for and type of PPE supplied? (OHS Act 2004 - Section 35 & 36).

  • Have workers been trained in the use and maintenance of the PPE?

  • Is the PPE suitable for the work, size, fit and comfort of the worker?

  • Is clean, hygienic storage provided for the PPE?

  • Is the PPE maintained, repaired and replaced as needed?

Work Areas

  • Is there safe access and egress to and from work areas, both under normal conditions and an emergency? (OHS Act 2004 - Section 21(2) c & 23 (1) ).

  • Are there walkways to separate workers from moving plant?

  • Are access routes free of obstructions and stored materials?

  • Is access to and from work areas adequately lit? (40 lux)

  • Are there handrails on at least one side of every stairway? (AS 1657)

  • Are work areas adequately lit? (160 lux)

  • Is there enough space for workers to carry out work without risks to heath and safety?

  • Are the location of exits clearly marked and are there signs showing directions to exits posted?

  • Has the evacuation lighting been inspected and electrically re-tested every six months to ensure evacuation lighting is maintained at 20lx for at least one hour after loss of normal lighting (Evacuation Lighting on Construction Sites - Victorian WorkCover Authority Guidance, October 2012).

Manual Handling

  • Are manual handling tasks consistent with the requirements as set out under the OHS Regulations 2007, Part 3.1?

  • Has Hazard identification on the task been conducted ( OHS Reg 3.1.1)?

  • Has the control of risk been conducted e.g. Altering the workplace layout, changing objects/materials, use of mechanical aids (OHS Reg 3.1.2)?

  • Has a review of control measures been conducted in consultation with workers and their OHS reps (OHS Reg 3.1.1 & OHS Act Section 35&36)?

  • Workers are not repetitively lifting objects heavier than 20kg?

  • Are workers lifting heavy objects suitably?

  • Have workers been trained in correct lifting and manual handling techniques? (OHS Reg 3.1.2 (3) ).

Amenities

  • COMPLIANCE CODE Victorian WorkCover Authority: Workplace amenities and Work environment (2008) & EBA provisions.

  • Are there adequate amenities for all workers on site?

  • Are amenities hygienic, ventilated and well lit (Victorian Compliance Code)

  • Are there covered walkways to access amenities in the event of inclement weather?

  • Is there enough space to seat all workers on site at the one time? (Avg. area required in amenities is approximately 1m2 per person).

  • Are there enough toilets for workers? See Example below...<br><br>Employees. Closets. Urinals.<br>1-5. 1. Nil<br>6-10. 1. 1.<br>11-20. 2. 2.<br>21-35. 3. 4.<br>36-50. 4. 6.<br>51-75. 5. 7.<br>76-100. 6. 8.<br><br>For each additional 20 persons or part thereof up to 200 persons, one additional urinal and additional closet is required. For each additional 35 persons or part thereof I excess of 200 persons, one additional urinal and one additional closet is required. If a slab urinal is provided, each 600mm shall be regarded as one urinal.

  • On multi-storey buildings are toilets located on at least every second floor?

  • Are toilets clean, hygienic, well lit and easily accessible?

  • Are there enough hand-washing basins provided?<br>Are Soaps and towels provided?<br>Is there hot and cold running water?

  • Do workers have easy access to cool, clean drinking water?

  • Are workers required to change in and out of clothes?

  • Are change rooms clean, hygienic and well lit?

  • Are change rooms a comfortable temperature for workers to change in?

  • Is there a clear space of 0.5m per worker?

  • Is there enough seating for workers to get changed?

  • Are there mirrors either inside or directly outside?

  • Is there an adequate number of hooks and/or shelves?

  • Does the work undertaken require showers to be supplied?

  • Is there at least 1 shower for every 10 workers?

  • Do showers have a clean, slip-free surface?

  • Is there a floor area of at least 1.8m2?

  • Are partitions at least 1650mm high and no higher than 300mm above the floor?

  • Is there a dressing area containing a seat and hooks?

  • Does every shower have a lockable door?

First Aid

  • COMPLIANCE CODE: Victorian WorkCover Authority (2008) - First Aid in the WorkPlace.

  • Is there adequate first aid facilities at the workplace? (Victorian OHS Act (2004) Section 21(2) d.

  • Are first aid locations clearly marked?

  • Are there enough trained first aiders, minimum 1 for every 25 workers?

  • Is there a first aid room?

  • Is the room hygienic, ventilated and well lit?

  • Is it easily accessible, with a minimum door width of 1m?

  • Is there adequate first aid equipment? (Victorian WorkCover Authority First Aid in the Workplace Compliance Code 2008).

  • Is the first aid kit regularly checked and restocked?

  • Are first aid records kept on site?

Electrical

Electrical Provisions

  • All requirements as set out below are under the Electrical installations on Construction Sites Industry Standard (Victorian WorkCover Authority 2011) and the relevant Australian/ New Zealand Standard as referenced.

  • Is electrical equipment tested and tagged before first use and thereafter once every three months as per Industry Standard (Victorian WorkCover Authority) Electrical installations on construction sites (2011).

  • Are records kept of all testing and tagging? (AS/NZS 3012-3.1 and Industry Standard)

  • Does wiring have protection against mechanical damage? (AS/NZS 3012 2.5.3 and Industry Standard)

  • Are distribution boards located so no leads need to be piggy-backed? (AS/NZS 3012-2.3)

  • Is there suitable protection from damage/weather? (AS/NZS 3012-2.3)

  • Do boards have lockable, hinged doors? (AS/NZS 3012-2.3)

  • Are insulated "tie bars" fitted for leads? (AS/NZS 3012 2.3.2)

  • Are RCD's located inside the box with lockable covers? (AS/NZS 3012-2.4)

  • Is there an isolation switch which only a licensed electrician can reset? (AS/NZS 3012-2.4)

  • There is no wiring is attached to temporary fence panels? (AS/NZS 3012-2)

  • Is temporary construction wiring labelled every 4m? (AS/NZS 3012-2)

  • Are leads no longer than 30m? (AS/NZS 3012)

  • No leads are used between levels on multi-storey buildings? (AS/NZS 3012 2.6.8)

  • Are non-conductive lead stands/hooks in use? (AS/NZS 3012-2.6.9)

Working At Heights

Falls from Heights

  • Has a SWMS has been prepared where a worker can fall 2m or more? (Vic OHS Regs (2007) 5.1.5).

  • Has a risk assessment been performed for all other work at heights?

  • Is the highest control measure in the hierarchy of control being implemented?

  • Are the control measures continually inspected and maintained?

  • Is guard rail securely fixed as per engineering requirements and the relevant manufacturers specifications?

  • Is guard rail (a minimum of) between 900mm and 1100mm high and contains a mid rail and toe-boards or mesh infill?

  • Are penetrations covered immediately and securely fixed and marked?

  • Is cover strong enough to prevent persons or objects falling through?

  • Is roofing work being performed?

  • Is guard rail or scaffold installed to provide fall protection?

  • Is safety mesh installed that complies with AS/NZS 4389?

  • Is mesh lapped 150mm and tied off 4-5 times on each longitudinal wire?

  • Are harnesses being used? (AS/NZS 1891)

  • Are harnesses being used as a last resort?

  • Have workers been trained in using harnesses?

  • Are harnesses in good condition and inspected regularly?

  • Are harnesses only connected to suitable anchorage points? (AS/NZS 1891)

  • Is there an emergency rescue plan (when using harnesses) in place and has it been tested for its' effectiveness/workability?

Ladders

  • Are ladders maintained and inspected regularly?

  • Are all ladders rated for industrial use only of at least 120kg? (AS/NZS 1892)

  • Are ladders only used as a means of access and egress or light duty work of short duration?

  • Are ladders secured from movement in all directions?

  • Are ladders installed at the correct angle of 4:1?

  • Does the ladder extend at least 1m above the landing?

  • Are three points of contact maintained at all times?

  • Are ladders and/or chariots being used on balconies or any edges of buildings, or where a worker could fall more than 2 meters?<br>

Scaffolding

Scaffolding

  • Was scaffolding with a deck height of 4m or more, or any scaffold erected where there is a fall or drop of 4m or more, erected by a person with a high risk (scaffold) licence (AS 4546: 1995-Guidelines for Scaffolding & Victorian WorkCover Authority High Risk Licence requirements)?

  • Has scaffold been inspected and signed off prior to use and thereafter every 30 days (AS4576)?

  • Is scaffold erected on firm, level ground?

  • Are mesh/screens installed where objects can fall?

  • Has public protection been provided?

  • Have compatible and approved scaffold components been used?

  • Is there adequate bracing installed every third bay and as per scaffold design specifications?

  • Are ties at no more than 4m vertical intervals and within 2m of the top?

  • Are ties spaced no more than 3 bays apart (in the horizontal position) as per AS4576?

  • Is regular maintenance and inspections carried out by a licensed scaffolder?

  • Are records are kept on site of all inspections and sign offs?

  • Are guardrailings, toeboards and mesh screens installed wherever a person or object could fall 2m or more? (AS/NZS 1576 3.5)

  • Is there safe access and egress to and from working platforms? (AS/NZS 1576 3.6)

  • Is the gap between the working face of the scaffold and structure less than 225mm? (AS/NZS 1576 3.5.5)

  • Are ladders/stairs in good condition?

  • Are ladders installed at 1:4 and secured against displacement in any direction? (AS/NZS 1576 3.6.4)

  • Are incomplete scaffolds appropriately closed and signage installed to prevent unauthorised access?

  • Are "non-working" decks clearly identified and securely closed to prevent access by all personnel? (WorkCover Communique Scaffold ing Fall Prevention).

Mobile Scaffolds

  • Have Mobile scaffolds been erected by a competent person? (Requires a licensed scaffolder to erect the scaffold if the mobile scaffold is to be used where there is a fall of 4m's or more).<br>

  • Have the mobile scaffolds been built according to manufacturers specifications?

  • Does each mobile scaffold have a diagonal plan brace at the bottom of the scaffold?

  • Is the mobile scaffold only accessed via an internal ladder?

  • Are wheels locked when in use?

  • Are mobile scaffolds only used on a firm level surface?

  • Are mobile Scaffolds being moved while people are on platform (this is a practice not recommended under AS4576).

Swing Stages- all requirements below as per AS 4576, AS 1576.4 & OHS Act 2004.

  • Is there engineering design documentation directly related to the swing stage on site?<br>

  • Do the scaffolders erecting the swing stage have Advanced scaffolders licences (OHS Regs 2007: Schedule 3 High Risk Work).

  • Has a handover certificate been supplied?

  • Is there safe access to and from the swing stage scaffold "boats"?

  • Have workers using the swing stage been trained and inducted into the operation of the swing stage - including emergency and rescue/recovery systems?

  • Are all pre-start checks being conducted by the appropriately trained users?

  • Has the earth leakage device in the swing been tested in the last month?

Formwork

Formwork

  • Note: All Formwork must be compliant to AS3610.

  • Are designer/engineer drawings available on site?

  • Has an engineer signed off on any alterations and/or modifications as compared to the original design?

  • Is appropriate signage erected to restrict unauthorised entry?

  • Are form workers properly trained to erect formwork using safe methods?

  • Are braces installed and secured to prevent movement?

  • Are timber footings clear of all water?

  • Are bearers and joists in good condition?

  • Is plywood in good condition and in accordance with and marked/stamped/identified with the relevant Australian Standard (AS 3610)?

  • Is edge protection installed as soon as possible?

  • Are designated access ways defined?

  • Are any gaps in false decks wider than 250mm?

  • Are work platforms at least 450mm wide?

  • Are penetrations immediately covered, secured and marked?

  • Has an engineer inspected, approved and signed off on the Formwork/false work immediately prior to the concrete pour commencing?

  • Is access under Formwork physically prevented during pours, and restricted during erection and stripping?

Cranes

Cranes

  • AS 1418 CRANES, HOISTS AND WINCHES-GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, AS 2550 CRANES, HOISTS AND WINCHES-SAFE USE

  • Are any cranes in use on site?

  • Is the crane registered? (OHS Regs 2007 - Schedule 2).

  • Are all records kept on site? (AS 2550.1-6.2).

  • Are regular maintenance checks done by a competent person? (AS 2550.1-6.2)

  • Does the crane comply with manufacturers specifications and have no modifications or alterations? (AS 2550.1-6.3)

  • Have daily pre-start checks been completed? (AS 2550.1-6.1)

  • Are log books completed and up to date? (AS 2550.1-7.3)

  • Are clearance zones established around the cranes? (AS 2550.1-4.3)

  • Is there a lifting plan specifically formulated for lifting all loads in and around the site?

  • Are no go zones setup for not coming within 6m of powerlines or 3m with a qualified spotter? (OHS Act 2004, Energy Safe Victoria, AS 2550.1-6.19).

  • Are safe systems and procedures in place to avoid collisions with other cranes, people or plant? (OHS Act 2004; AS 2550.1-4.5)

  • Is 10kPa overhead protection provided to sheds and amenities?

  • Are drivers and doggers appropriately licensed? (AS 2550.1-6.2)

  • Are there enough doggers to handle the workload?

  • Are there documented lifting procedures in place for special lifts? (AS 2550.1)

  • Are wind/weather conditions monitored? (AS 2550.1-6.22)

  • Are emergency procedures in place? (AS 2550.1-6.2)

Mobile Cranes

  • Are mobile cranes in use on site?

  • Does the crane have the CraneSafe green sticker displayed?

  • Is the crane setup on firm, level ground rated to take it's load?

  • Has there been any engineering/compaction testing done on the ground where the mobile crane is to be set-up?

  • Is the crane fitted with outriggers?

  • Are they;

  • Set correctly according to the manufacturers recommendations?

  • On pads fully supported by ground?

  • Set to lift all wheels off the ground?

  • Is the proper counter weight being used?

  • Are tag lines used for pick and carry operations?

  • Are all lifting and loading areas appropriately zoned/identified/isolated?

Vehicle Loading Cranes

  • Are vehicle loading cranes being used on site?

  • Is the operator competent?

  • Are stabilisers extended?

  • Are wheels still on the ground?

  • Is tyre pressure correct, as per manufacturers specifications?

Tower Cranes

  • Are tower cranes erected on site?

  • Has the CFMEU been notified before erection?

  • Have pre-erection inspections been completed?

  • Have pre-commissioning inspections been completed?

  • Does crane have CraneSafe green sticker displayed?

  • Is base fully enclosed with 1.8m fencing?

  • Do operators have safe access and egress? (AS 2550.1-6.2)

  • Is the crane remotely operated?

  • Are the following measures in place; (AS 2550.1-6.3)

  • Operator works from a designated area which is close to the crane and can maintain good visibility of the load?

  • Operator remains stationary when the load is in motion?

  • Have doggers to direct the operator whenever the load is out of sight?

  • The remote control is protected from unauthorised use?

Lifting Equipment

  • Are/Is all lifting equipment tagged/marked as per AS 4991? Is there a register of all lifting equipment to be used on site?

  • Is the working load limit (WLL) clearly displayed?

  • Is an identification number displayed?

  • Do hooks have operable safety latches fitted?

  • Is the correct lifting equipment being used for the load?

  • Are loads slung correctly and safely?

  • Is equipment stored correctly?

  • Is equipment in good condition and inspected regularly?

  • Are soft slings being used?

  • Are they;

  • Being used as an absolute last resort with a documented SWMS fully detailing the reasons why they have to be used in this instance and that there is no other way to do the lift?

  • Inspected before each use and at least once every three months?

  • Proof load tested every twelve months?

  • Free of external wear, cuts and abrasions?

  • Not discoloured from sunlight, high temperatures or chemical exposure?

  • Fitted with undamaged clear labels or tags?

  • Stored in a clean, dry and ventilated place?

  • Slings are not stored on the ground?

  • No slings in use have knots tied in them or are twisted?

  • Is protection in place on sharp edges?

  • AS 4991 LIFTING DEVICES, AS 1353 FLAT SYNTHETIC-WEBBING SLINGS, AS 1380 FIBRE-ROPE SLINGS, AS 1666 WIRE-ROPE SLINGS, AS 4497 ROUNDSLINGS-SYNTHETIC FIBRE, AS 1418 CRANES, HOISTS AND WINCHES-GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Man Boxes (AS 2550.1-6.18) Is a man box supplied/stored on site?

  • Is the man box registered?

  • Are emergency retrieval plans in place before any workers are lifted?

  • Is there a first aid cage on site?

  • Does the cage;

  • Only get used to retrieve injured people?

  • Sit within the radius of the crane and is easily accessible?

  • Have clear first aid signage?

  • Have an outward swinging door to allow stretcher access?

  • Have fully enclosed sides to prevent falls?

  • Is the box marked with the safe working load, tare mass and design registration number?

  • Are fall-arrest anchorage points installed?

  • Is the box supplied with lifting slings attached by hammerlocks or moused shackles?

  • Does the work box have an inward opening, self-closing door with a latch to prevent unintentional opening?

Other Plant & Equipment

Powered Mobile Plant

  • Is there a plant register kept on site?

  • Is a copy of the manufacturers specifications available?

  • Does the plant comply with its manufacturers recommendations?

  • Are maintenance and inspection records of the plant available (OHS Regs 3.5.20)

  • Has a Hazard Identification and Control of Risk assessment been conducted (OHS Reg 3.5.23 / 3.5.24)?

  • Has a review of risk control measures been carried out (OHS Reg 3.5.44)?

  • Is the Plant only being used for the purpose for which it is primarily designed for?

  • Does the operator/installer have appropriate license/competency to use/operate the plant (if required)?

  • Are log books kept and up to date? (OHS Reg 3.5.20)?

  • Are reverse alarm and warning devices fitted? (OHS Reg 3.5.35)

  • Is a seat belt / restraining device fitted and used where appropriate (e.g. Forklifts, bobcats)?

  • Are controls in place to separate pedestrians from moving plant and machinery?

  • Is plant (other than cranes) being used to lift or suspend loads?

  • Is the plant specifically and primarily designed for lifting loads? (OHS Reg 3.5.40)

  • Is load lifting capacity clearly marked on the plant (e.g. on the boom or arm...) ? (AS 2550.1)

  • Are lifting attachments and equipment specifically designed for lifting?

  • Are locking pins inserted on quick-hitches?

Power/Hand Tools

  • Are tools being used for their intended purpose?

  • Is adequate storage provided?

  • Are tools in good working condition?

  • Have workers been trained in the correct use of tools?

  • Are guards and safety devices fitted and not altered? (OHS Reg 3.5.4 / 3.5.25)

Hazardous Chemicals

Hazardous Substances and Materials (OHS Regulations 2007 - Chapter 4)

  • Are there any hazardous substances, chemicals or materials being used on site?

  • Are the hazardous materials correctly labelled?

  • Are current material safety data sheets for all hazardous materials/chemicals on site and easily accessible?

  • Is there a hazardous chemicals register kept on site and up to date?

  • Is there signage to warn of hazardous chemical risks?

  • Are there measures in place to contain and manage spills?

  • Is there appropriate fire protection/firefighting equipment for the types of hazardous materials/chemicals on site?

  • Is correct safety equipment/PPE provided, maintained and accessible?

  • Are workers trained and supervised in the correct handling of hazardous materials/chemicals?

Asbestos

ASBESTOS

  • Is there an up- to-date and accurate Division 6 (Part 6) Audit on site? (OHS Regs 2007 - Part 4)

  • Have the site team and the relevant workers been inducted into the Division 6 audit by the Hygienist/s who initially performed the audit? (Victorian WorkCover Authority Asbestos Information Sheet as Asbestos Register April 2014)

  • Has asbestos been discovered at the workplace?

  • Have WorkCover been notified of removal? (OHS Regs 4.3.97)

  • Has an occupational hygienist been engaged? (OHS Regs 4.3.91/93/97)

  • Has a licensed removalist been contracted to remove asbestos? (OHS Reg 4.3.61)

  • Have the workers removing the asbestos been trained?

  • Is there an asbestos control plan in place? (OHS Reg 4.3.69)

  • Does the plan include;

  • Processes for reviewing and keeping the plan up to date?

  • The identification of asbestos or ACM?

  • Reasons for decisions, about the management of asbestos?

  • Procedures for dealing with asbestos emergencies?

  • Information for workers responsibilities, consultation, information and training?

  • Details of how the work will be carried out including method, tools, equipment and PPE?

  • Details of the asbestos to be removed including location, type and condition?

  • Has a copy has been provided to the principal contractor?

  • Has an accurate and up-to-date asbestos register been prepared for the workplace? (OHS Reg 4.3.21/22)

  • Does the register include;

  • Regular reviews and updating? (OHS Reg (4.3.22)

  • Identification of asbestos or ACM presence?

  • The date on which it was identified?

  • The location, type and condition of the asbestos or ACM?

  • Has the site been cleared by occupational hygienists? (OHS Reg 4.3.93/96).

  • Is there a clearance certificate on site?

Environmental

Environmental Issues

  • Has there been an environmental audit (as per EPA requirements) conducted on the site?

  • Has the audit been carried out by an approved environmental auditor (as per EPA requirements)?

  • Is the audit on site and does it form part of the site specific induction?

  • Is there an Environmental Management Plan in place? (ISO 14001)

  • Does the plan include;

  • Which licenses, consents and approvals are required?

  • How compliance with environmental legislation will be achieved?

  • Does the plan include Information/instructions on how contractors must meet their obligations?

  • Are there procedures for dealing with environmental emergencies?

  • Are the procedures reviewed and updated in the plan?

Water

  • Is there a Water Quality Management Plan in place?

  • Does the plan include;

  • Use of silt fences and traps?

  • Procedures for de-watering including testing and permits?

  • Paint, truck and concrete washouts?

  • Plans for collecting and discharging storm-water and ground-water?

  • Measures to avoid the release of contaminates into waterways/drainage systems?

  • Are controls in use and maintained?

Erosion and Sediment

  • Is there an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan in place?

  • Does the plan include;

  • Use of sediment fences?

  • Measures for controlling stockpiles?

  • Cattle grids and street sweeping to prevent mud and dirt on the roadways?

  • Sediment control barriers/filtration for drains?

  • Stabilisation of soils that will be exposed for more than 28 days?

  • Are controls in use and maintained?

Dust and Air

  • Is there a Dust and Air Quality Protection Plan in place?

  • Does the plan include;

  • Controls so that no dust, fumes, odours or chemical emissions are released beyond site boundaries?

  • Dust suppression measures (e.g. Water truck/s; hose/s...)?

  • Procedures to meet DA requirements and monitoring?

  • Speed limits to lower dust generation?

  • Gravel on haul roads and high traffic areas?

  • Mesh on perimeter fences to act as wind protection and prevent dust from leaving?

  • Maintenance of plant and equipment?

  • Monitoring of vehicle emissions?

  • Covering of loads?

  • Are controls in use and maintained?

Noise and Vibration

  • Is there a Noise and Vibration Management Plan in place?

  • Does the plan include;

  • What work is conducted within work hours as defined by council?

  • Are noise emissions from plant kept low? (OHS Regs 3.2.4)

  • Are workers provided with audiometric testing? (OHS Reg 3.2.11).

  • Is excessive vibration identified and monitored?

  • Are neighbours contacted about excessive noise and vibration?

  • Have the risk control measures been documented and implemented? (OHS Regs 3.2.5)

  • Has a determination of exposure to noise been carried out? (OHS Reg 3.2.7)

  • Has there been a review of the noise risk control measures? (OHS Regs 3.2.9)

Waste

  • Is there a Waste Management Plan in place?

  • Does the plan include;

  • Storage areas for separation, collection and recycling?

  • The use of licensed contractors to remove waste?

  • Recycling of materials from the site office?

  • Receipts are kept for disposal of waste?

  • Waste minimisation measures for contractors?

  • Procedures for dealing with contaminated waste?

  • Are controls in use and maintained?

Confined Spaces

Confined Space

  • Is work being carried out in confined spaces? (OHS Regulations 2007) - Part 1.1.5 Definitions:<br>CONFINED SPACE MEANS an enclosed or partially enclosed space that:<br>(a) is not designed or intended primarily to be occupied by a person, and<br>(b) is, or is designed or intended to be, at normal atmospheric pressure while any person is in the space, and<br>(c) is or is likely to be a risk to health and safety from:<br>(i) an atmosphere that does not have a safe oxygen level, or<br>(ii) contaminants, including airborne gases, vapours and dusts, that may cause injury from fire or explosion, or<br>(iii) harmful concentrations of any airborne contaminants, or<br>(iv) engulfment,<br>

  • Has a hazard identification and a risk control assessment been completed by a competent person (OHS Reg 3.4.6 & 3.4.7)?

  • Has atmospheric testing being conducted to ensure safe oxygen levels remain at all times during the work (OHS Reg 3.4.9)?

  • Have signs been erected before and for the duration of works (OHS Reg 3.4.12)?

  • Confined space entry permits have been issued (OHS Reg 3.4.14)?

  • Does it;

  • Identify the confined space to be entered?

  • Contain the names of the people entering?

  • Contain the duration of the work to be done?

  • Show measures that are in place based on the risk assessment?

  • Are emergency procedures in place including rescue (OHS Reg 3.4.20/21/22)?

  • Have the First Aid and rescue procedures been tested for their effectiveness (OHS Reg 3.4.20 (3) )?

  • Are any flammable gases, vapours or mists monitored (OHS Reg 3.4.11)?

  • Is continuous communication with a worker outside the confined space maintained (OHS Reg 3.4.16)?

  • Have the relevant workers been provide with information, instruction and training in relation to all aspects of working in the confined space - including the selection and use of PPE and the emergency procedures (OHS Reg 3.4.24)?

Demolition

Demolition

  • Is there any demolition of a structure or part of a structure that is load-bearing?

  • Does the demolition contractor hold the appropriate competences ? (i.e. UNLIMITED. /. MEDIUM RISE - work restricted to a maximum of 5 storeys, excluding special buildings. /. LOW RISE - work restricted to buildings of not more than 2 storeys) as per legal requirements from the Victorian Building Authority.

  • Have the necessary engineer reports been obtained?

  • Has a thorough and comprehensive investigation of the structure been undertaken by a competent person (AS 2601 Demolition of Structures Clauses 2.2.1/2)

  • Is a Demolition Work Plan in place (AS 2601 Clause 2.3)?

  • Does the plan and the initial investigation include;

  • The location of the structure to be demolished?

  • The overall height of the structure and the distance from boundaries?

  • The type of structure, it's supports and materials?

  • The proposed methods of demolition and the types of plant/equipment to be used?

  • The proposed methods for handling and disposing of materials?

  • Proposed methods of controlling access and egress to the workplace?

  • The sequence of works and duration of each?

  • The proposed hoardings, scaffolding and fencing?

  • Traffic management plans?

  • Exclusion zones that are established to protect workers?

  • Essential services have been located and disconnected?

  • The general condition and effect on neighbouring structures and businesses?

  • Emergency arrangements and rescue plans?

  • Has a copy of the up to date asbestos register been obtained? (OHS Reg 4.3.35)

  • Has an occupational hygienist thoroughly inspected the site for any asbestos and other hazardous materials (e.g. lead paint, SMF's, PCB,s) ? (WHS Regs 451).

  • If asbestos or ACM is present, has it been removed before demolition work commenced? (OHS Reg 4.3.39)

  • Has a test been conducted for the presence of lead and other hazardous materials?

  • If there are any present, what are they?

  • Are control measures in place for working with hazardous materials?

  • There is no over-lapping of demolition work and construction?

Excavation

Excavation work

  • Has there been a notification of construction excavation work to the authority as per OHS Reg 2007 Clause 5.1.26?

  • Are there excavation works taking place?

  • Has current information on underground essential services been obtained?

  • Does the information contain;

  • The services which may be affected?

  • The location, including depth, of any pipes, cables or other plant?

  • Any conditions on the proposed excavation work?

  • Have workers been provided with the information?

  • Have the ground/soil conditions been assessed by a competent person?

  • Are control measures in place to stop a person from falling into excavations?

  • Are preventions in place to stop a person working in the excavation from being struck by a falling object?

  • Have tests/monitoring taken place to prevent anyone being exposed to airborne contaminates?

  • Is the excavation secured to prevent unauthorised access?

  • Have the appropriate measures been put in place, such as shoring, benching or battering to prevent collapse?

Pre-Cast

Pre-Cast

  • Are precast panels being used on site?

  • Are the panels delivered on site at least 72 hours old since casting (Precast Industry Standard: Clause 7.2)?

  • Are the lifting insert testing certificates available (Industry Standard Clause 4.8)?<br>

  • Are rigging diagrams detailing required lifting/placement configurations supplied with the shop drawings on site (Industry Standard 4.3)?

  • Do all braces have a permanent fixed identification plate (Industry Standard Clause 4.11)?

  • Do brace angles appear to be outside the range of 45-60 degrees to the horizontal?<br>(If yes, design computations must be prepared and available on site to verify brace fixing and brace footing capacities (Industry Standard Clause 4.11).

  • Are all panels individually marked with a permanent identification number on the manufacturers certificate of compliance (Indystry Standard 5.17)?

  • Is the rigging/ erection crew made up of the following (minimum requirements): Nominated rigger in charge being the holder of an advanced or intermediate high risk rigging licence; at least one additional certified high risk licence rigger (basic); at least one dogger (for slinging load/panel on the delivery truck), crane operator holding the appropriate high risk licence for the type of crane used during the panel erection; carpenter for any set-out issues (Industry Standard). <br><br>(The rigger in charge should be familiar with the Industry Standard Industry Standard - Clause 8.7).

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