CHC Base HESS Audit

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

Summary

Findings & Observations

• Level 1:

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Level 2:

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Level 3:

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Observations:

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Recommendations

0.0 - Review of Previous Audits & Safety Meetings

• 0.1 - Has the last audit been reviewed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 0.2 - Are there no outstanding actions?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 0.3 - Has the last safety meeting been reviewed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 0.4 - Has the last Toolbox meeting been reviewed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 0.5 - The workplace was safe and secure enough for the audit to be conducted?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

1.0 - General

• 1.1 - Base inductions carried out for visitors/contractors and employees?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 1.2 - Base HESS Rep identified and available on site?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 1.3 - HSEQ Policy & Strategic Objectives prominently displayed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 1.4 - Staff uniforms used and in good condition?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 1.5 - Safety Center available and adequately maintained?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 1.6 - All Safety Alerts displayed prominently?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 1.7 - HESS Manual made available to all staff?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 1.8 - HESS / SMS Manuals in current revision?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 1.9 - Emergency Response Plan (ERP) made available to all staff?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 1.10 - Exercises / Drills carried out quarterly? (date of last exercise?)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 1.11 - Drug & Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP) available to all staff?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 11.12 - Drug & Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP) in current revision?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

2.0 - Fire Prevention

• 2.1 - Evacuation plan displayed and understood by all employees?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.2 - Evacuation procedures discussed regularly? (3 to 4 times a year)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.3 - Extinguishers in place, clearly marked for type of fire?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.4 - Extinguishers recently serviced? (Check 6 monthly punch mark on tabs.)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.5 - Extinguishers clear of obstructions?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.6 - Extinguisher no more than 1200 mm max height & base not lower that 100 mm?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.7 - Adequate direction notices for fire exits?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.8 - Exit doors easily opened from inside?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.9 - Exits clear of obstructions?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.10 - Fire alarm system functioning correctly?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.11 - Emergency Crash Kit (as per ERP) available and prominently displayed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.12 - CO2 fire extinguishers are available on the ramp for engine starts / ground runs?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.13 - Foam fire extinguishers are available at refueling stations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 2.14 - 3rd Party airport fight fighting coverage provided and adequate for aircraft operations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

3.0 - General Lighting

• 3.1 - Good natural lighting?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 3.2 - Reflected light from walls & ceilings not causing dangerous glare to employees?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 3.3 - Light fittings clean and in good condition?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 3.4 - Emergency exit lighting operable?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 3.5 - Sufficient lighting outside for night operations and security of personnel?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 3.6 - Sufficient lighting to carry out aircraft maintenance?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 3.7 - Sufficient lighting on the apron / ramp for safe ground operations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 3.8 - Night medivac lighting available and tested regularly?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

4.0 - Building Safety

• 4.1 - Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 4.2 - Entry and walkways kept clear?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 4.3 - Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 4.4 - Stair and risers kept clear?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 4.5 - Are liquid spills removed quickly? (use of wet floor signage)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 4.6 - Are railings in good condition?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 4.7 - Are fall preventive measures in place and used where gaps occur in railings?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 4.8 - Are footpaths in good condition?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 4.9 - Furniture in sound condition?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 4.10 - Loading area clean and tidy?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

5.0 - Work Benches & Work Stands

• 5.1 - Clear of rubbish?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.2 - Work height correct for the type of work and the employee?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.3 - Work stands appropriate for the type and quantity of aircraft?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.4 - No sharp edges? (padding on bump-risk areas)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.5 - Tools not in use kept in place? (appropriate tool control)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.6 - No damaged hand tools in use?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.7 - No damaged power tools in use?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.8 - Calibrated tools adequately controlled and calibration maintained?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.9 - Unserviceable tools appropriately identified and quarantined?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.10 - Working at Heights helmets are available on site and used appropriately?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.11 - Bump caps are available on site and used appropriately?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

6.0 - Rubbish Removal

• 6.1 - Bins located at suitable points around site?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 6.2 - Bins emptied regularly?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 6.3 - Oily rags and combustible refuse in covered metal containers?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 6.4 - Recycling facilities are provided and utilised?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

7.0 - Storage Design and Use

• 7.1 - Materials stored in racks and bins wherever possible?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 7.2 - Storage designed to minimise lifting problems?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 7.3 - Floors around racking clear of rubbish?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 7.4 - General condition of racks and pallets?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

8.0 - Plant and Equipment

• 8.1 - Is the equipment kept clean?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.2 - Are the floors around the machines kept clean?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.3 - Guards in good condition and in place?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.4 - Starting and stopping devices within easy reach of operator?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.5 - Waste/off cuts removed and stored safely?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.6 - Drip pans on floor to prevent spillage?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.7 - Adequate space to carry out work?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.8 - Is lighting adequate for safe operation?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.9 - Noise levels controlled?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.10 - No bending or stooping required? (ergonomics)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.11 - Operators trained/inducted into the operation of the machines?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.12 - Is the training recorded?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.13 - Are lockout procedures implemented and followed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.14 - Are gas bottles secured?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.15 - Gas bottles are appropriately identified, segregated and labeled Full or Empty?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.16 - Lifting equipment is adequately inspected and maintained?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.17 - Overhead and Portable cranes are clearly load-rated and appropriately inspected / maintained?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.18 - Airlines and compressors are appropriately inspected / maintained?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.19 - Forklift operators appropriately trained?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 8.20 - Pre-Use inspections conducted on forklifts?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

9.0 - Electrical Safety

• 9.1 - Safety switches installed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 9.2 - Safety switches tested every 6 months and tests recorded?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 9.3 - No double adapters in use?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 9.4 - Portable equipment tested and tagged?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 9.5 - No broken plugs, sockets or switches?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 9.6 - No power leads across walkways, or adequately covered / highlighted?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 9.7 - No frayed or damaged leads?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 9.8 - No strained leads?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 9.9 - Portable power tools in good condition?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 9.10 - Where required are emergency shut-down procedures in place?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

10.0 - Chemical Safety

• 10.1 - Hazardous Substance Register complete and available?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.2 - Material Safety Data Sheets available for all chemicals?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.3 - Risk assessments completed for hazardous substances?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.4 - All containers labelled correctly?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.5 - Unused / waste substances disposed of appropriately?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.6 - Ground and property is free from environmental contamination (e.g. spills, staining, etc.)?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.7 - Appropriate chemical storage cabinets are available and used?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.8 - Workers trained in the use of hazardous substances?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.9 - If required is PPE available and used appropriately?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.10 - Is adequate ventilation provided?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.11 - Eye wash stations and emergency showers easily accessed and properly identified?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.12 - Spill kits of suitable size for the risk are available throughout the work area?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.13 - Suitable spill kits are available at fueling locations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.14 - Painting areas are appropriate?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.15 - Respiratory protection is provided in painting areas?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

11.0 Ladders

• 11.1 - Are all ladders Industrial strength? (Non Household rated, check label.)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 11.2 - Are ladders in good condition?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 11.3 - If used for electrical work are they non conductive? (Wood or fibre glass.)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 11.4 - Used according to instructions?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 11.5 - For extension ladders are ropes, pulleys and treads in a good state of repair?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 11.6 - Are ladders appropriate height and capacity for required uses?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

12.0 - First Aid Facilities

• 12.1 - Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 12.2 - Are contents regularly checked?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 12.3 - No contents past their expiry date?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 12.4 - Cabinets clearly labelled?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 12.5 - Is there easy access to cabinets?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 12.6 - Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 12.7 - Are first aid officers identified and accessible?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 12.8 - Are emergency numbers displayed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 12.9 - Automated External Defibrillators (AED) maintained and inspected regularly?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 12.10 - Pandemic Kits are available on site, properly stored / secured, and free from expired products?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

13.0 - Office Hazards

• 13.1 - Condition of filing cabinets?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 13.2 - Condition of chairs? (Five star bases.)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 13.3 - Desks in good condition? (No damage.)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 13.4 - Screen Based Equipment positioned to reduce glare from windows etc?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 13.5 - Photocopiers positioned to avoid fumes?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 13.6 - Tasks designed to prevent Occupational Overuse Syndrome? (Breaks included.)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 13.7 - Air conditioning systems regularly maintained?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 13.8 - Stable non-slip floor coverings in good condition?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

14.0 - Vehicle Condition

• 14.1 - Schedule maintenance performed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 14.2 - Condition of tyres?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 14.3 - Brake performance?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 14.4 - Lights? (Check operation of brake, indicator and reversing lights)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 14.5 - Condition of drivers seat and seatbelt?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 14.6 - Condition of other seats and seatbelt?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 14.7 - First aid kit supplied and adequate?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 14.8 - Storage provisions?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 14.9 - Control of users and ensuring appropriate licenses are held?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

15.0 - Base Security

• 15.1 - Are formal security arrangements in place and are they adequate?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.2 - Are external security providers used and are they adequate?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.3 - Is there a procedure for emergency communications and is it adequate?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.4 - Are emergency contact numbers available at all phones and tested to ensure they are accurate?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.5 - Evacuation plan displayed and understood by all employees?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.6 - Are security exercises/drills conducted?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.7 - Are visitors and contractors controlled and issued appropriate Visitor / Escorted Visitor passes?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.8 - Do all employees hold valid ASIC or other Airport Security Passes?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.9 - Do all visitors and contractors hold valid ASIC or other Airport Security Passes and are they supervised where necessary?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.10 - Are aircraft secured and immobilised when stored or left unattended?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.11 - Are vehicles secured and immobilised when stored or left unattended?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.12 - Are staff aware of security requirements specific to the base or region?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.13 - Is access to the base adequately controlled?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.14 - Is security fencing available and adequate surrounding CHC operations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.15 - Is security fencing available and adequate surrounding the airport and airside areas?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

16.0 - Meal Preparation / Eating Areas

• 16.1 - Suitable food preparation / eating area available to staff?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 16.2 - Areas are free from chemicals?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 16.3 - Areas kept hygienic and free from pest infestations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 16.4 - Are fire blankets available for areas with a stove; recently serviced? (Check 6 monthly punch mark on tabs.)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 16.5 - Appliances in proper working order and free from modification or defect?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

17.0 - Sleeping Accommodations

• 17.1 - Suitable sleeping / rest areas available to staff?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 17.2 - Areas are free from chemicals?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 17.3 - Areas kept hygienic and free from pest infestations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 17.4 - Fire aid and fire extinguishing equipment adequate for this area?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 17.5 - Smoke detectors installed and serviced / inspected regularly?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 17.6 - Shower facilities are hygienic and suitable for use?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 17.7 - Shower facilities are safe for use? (non-slip flooring, doors / walls secure, safe access, etc.)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 17.8 - Evacuation plan displayed and understood by all employees?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

18.0 - Signage & Posters

• 18.1 - No Smoking signs are located throughout the facility and at entrances?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 18.2 - Relevant PPE signs are located near all Equipment / Plant?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 18.3 - Chemical Safety signs are located near checmical storage

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 18.4 - Muster Point is appropriate identified?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 18.5 - CHC Posters are appropriate displayed? (Dirty Dozen, 12 Elements, Integrity, etc.)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 18.6 - Aircraft danger area posters are displayed in PAX areas?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 18.7 - Customer required posters are displayed appropriately?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 18.8 - Airport security signs displayed as required?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 18.9 - Dangerous Goods posters displayed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 18.10 - Other signage displayed as required?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

19.0 - Shared Facilities & 3rd Party Facilities

• 19.1 - Are 3rd party providers used onsite for part of the operation? (security, ground handling, refueling, etc.)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 19.2 - Is the base run from the customers facility which remains under the control of the customer?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 19.3 - Adequate control over permanent contractors is maintained?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

20.0 - Other Observations

• 20.1 - No other observations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 20.2 - No other observations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 20.3 - No other observations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 20.4 - No other observations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 20.5 - No other observations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

21.0 - Immediately Dangerous Situations Corrected During Audit

• 21.1 - There where no immediately dangerous situations that required correction?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Audit Report Disclaimer

• This audit was carried out in accordance with generally accepted audit practices and in compliance with ISO 19001 requirements. The audit was carried out using a “sampling” technique which allows for a wide look at the operation. Evidence was collected and is attached to this report as considered necessary by the lead auditor based on the scope of the audit. This report and the audit findings / observations were appropriate and current at the time of the audit.

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