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Work Safe Home Safe

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  • WS1. Is there a suitable Induction program that is regularly<br>reviewed ?

  • WS2. Are Method Statements ,Risk Assessments , Last Minute<br>Risk Assessments current and communicated to all operatives<br>?

  • WS3. Are all required permits, licenses, and certificates for<br>construction and safety up to date and displayed on site?

  • WS4. Are regular safety meetings conducted among workers<br>and management to discuss ongoing safety concerns and to<br>promote safe working practices?

  • WS5. Is there a clear process in place to report and<br>investigate any incidents or near-miss accidents, with<br>corrective actions implemented to prevent future incidents?

  • WS6. Are all workers wearing required personal protective<br>equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, and steel-toed<br>boots?

  • WS7. Is there evidence of priority of collective protection<br>measures

  • WS8. Is there adequate lighting and signage to warn of<br>potential hazards in the work zone?

  • WS9. Are all tools and equipment in good working condition<br>and are workers trained on how to use them safely?

  • WS10. Are workstations ergonomically organized ?

  • WS11. Are worker breaks and rest areas properly designed<br>and located away from potential hazards such as heavy traffic<br>or moving equipment?

  • WS12. Is there an emergency plan in place and are all workers<br>trained on how to respond to emergency situations?

  • WS13. Are 1st Aid contact details and provisions clearly<br>displayed and available ie 1st Aid Kits ,Fire Extinguishers etc. ?

Unsafe Stop The Work

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  • USW1. Have all workers been trained on the proper procedures<br>for responding to unsafe work conditions or situations?

  • USW2. Are warning signs posted in areas or situations where<br>work must be stopped due to unsafe conditions?

  • USW3. Are workers empowered to stop work if they perceive a<br>potential risk, and is their decision respected and supported<br>by management?

  • USW4. Is there a clear, written policy outlining the circumstances in which work must be stopped due to unsafe conditions, and<br>is this policy communicated to all workers and enforced<br>consistently?

  • USW5. Are supervisors regularly monitoring work areas to<br>identify and address potential hazards before they escalate to<br>the point where work must be stopped?

  • USW6. Are workers encouraged to report unsafe conditions or<br>near-miss incidents, and are corrective actions taken in a<br>timely manner in response to these reports ?

Driving Safety

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  • DS1. Are all drivers properly licensed and trained to operate<br>any equipment or vehicles they are operating on the job site<br>and public road ?

  • DS2. Is there a policy in place to manage driver fatigue,<br>including mandatory rest periods, rotation of drivers and<br>driving hours based on regulations ?<br>

  • DS3. Are all company vehicles in good working condition, with<br>regular maintenance and safety checks performed to ensure<br>that they meet road safety standards ?

  • DS4. Are vehicles equipped with safety devices that help<br>prevent distraction, such as hands-free devices ?

  • DS5. Is there a process in place to ensure that all vehicles are<br>equipped with driver safety equipment such as first aid kits,<br>emergency supplies, and safety vests ?

  • DS6. Are vehicles reversed parked ?

  • DS7. Is there a clear traffic management plan in place,<br>outlining designated routes and parking areas, speed limits,<br>and other safety measures ?

  • DS8. Are drivers required to wear proper personal protective<br>equipment, such as high-visibility vests and hard hats, while<br>operating equipment or driving on the job site?

  • DS9. Is there a clear communication protocol in place,<br>allowing drivers to communicate with other workers on the<br>job site to coordinate activities and avoid accidents?

  • DS10. Are all vehicles and equipment on the job site equipped<br>with appropriate safety features, such as roll over protection ,<br>reversing alarms, lights, and mirrors to minimize blind spots ?

  • DS11. Are all vehicles fitted with appropriate safety devices,<br>such as seat belts, airbags, and anti-lock brakes, as well as<br>safety features like GPS tracking and speed limiters ?

  • DS12. Are drivers provided with regular training and feedback<br>based on performance metrics such as accident statistics,<br>speed, fuel economy and other indicators of best practices for<br>safe driving ?

Alcohol and Intoxication

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  • AI1. Are all workers on the job site aware of the company's<br>policy on alcohol and drug use, with clear guidance on what is<br>acceptable and not acceptable behavior ?

  • AI2. Are there signs posted prominently on the job site,<br>warning workers of the consequences of alcohol and drug use<br>while working ?

  • AI3. Are supervisors and managers properly trained in<br>detecting signs of alcohol and drug use, including changes in<br>behavior, disorientation, or impaired motor skills ?

  • AI4. Are all workers informed that alcohol or drug testing may<br>be required as a condition of employment, or in the event of<br>an accident or incident on the job site ?

  • AI5. Are all workers aware of the risks associated with<br>working while under the influence of drugs or alcohol,<br>including the increased risk of accidents and injuries on the<br>job ?

  • AI6. Are there support programs in place for workers who may<br>be struggling with addiction or substance abuse, including<br>access to counseling, treatment, and referrals to support<br>groups ?

SAFETY

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Electrical Safety

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  • ES1. Is there a clear policy on electrical safety on the construction site, with guidelines for safe working practices and appropriate protective equipment to be worn by workers?

  • ES2. Are all workers trained in electrical safety, with regular training programs in place to refresh this knowledge and provide updates on any new regulations?

  • ES3. Are all electrical cables, wires, and equipment checked and tested for safety and properly grounded, with clear markings and tags indicating the date of last testing?

  • ES4. Are workers required to use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when working with electrical equipment, such as insulated gloves, goggles, and rubber-soled boots?

  • ES5. Is there a protocol in place for responding to electrical emergencies, including the use of fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and evacuation procedures?

  • ES6. Are all workers instructed to avoid working near electrical equipment that is wet, damp or being used in wet conditions, such as rain or snow?

  • ES7. Are all electrical installations and connections made by qualified electricians, with clear labeling, stowage and containment to protect against accidental damage or tampering?

  • ES8. Are all workers briefed on the risks of electrocution and other electrical hazards, as well as the proper use of personal protective equipment, safe working practices, and emergency procedures to follow in the event of an electrical accident?

Energy Isolation

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  • EI1. Is there a clear procedure in place for the energy isolation of machinery and other equipment, with instructions on how to shut off and lock out power sources to prevent accidental start-up?

  • EI2. Are all workers trained in energy isolation procedures, with regular training programs in place to refresh this knowledge and provide updates on any new regulations?

  • EI3. Is all equipment labelled with clear and durable signs indicating the location of energy sources and procedures for shutdown and isolation?

  • EI4. Are all energy sources, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic, identified and documented in a centralized isolation control system?

  • EI5. Are there adequate lockout and tagout devices available to ensure that energy sources are prevented from being activated while workers are servicing or maintaining equipment?

  • EI6. Is there a clear protocol in place for verifying that equipment has been properly isolated before work begins, and for releasing lockout devices and restoring power sources after work is completed?

  • EI7. Are all workers authorized and trained to perform energy isolation procedures, with clear lines of responsibility and communication established among workers, supervisors, and managers?

  • EI8. Are there clear procedures in place for dealing with unexpected releases of energy, including emergency response and communication protocols?

  • EI9. Are all workers instructed to report any malfunctions, defects, or problems related to energy isolation procedures or equipment, and to participate in regular safety audits and inspections?

Work at Height

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  • WH1. Is there a work-at-height risk assessment present on the site?

  • WH2. Are all workers properly trained in working at height, with regular training programs in place to refresh this knowledge and provide updates on any new regulations?

  • WH3. Are all equipment and materials used in working at height approved and maintained for safety, including ladders, platforms, guardrails, and personal protective equipment such as harnesses?

  • WH4. Is collective protection utilized for work at height, such as scaffolds, guardrails, and safety nets?

  • WH5. Is there a suitable and efficient access and egress system in place for workers that work at height, including well-maintained stairs and ladders, properly secured holes or openings, and identification of emergency evacuation areas?

  • .WH6. Are workers provided with personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent falling and, for example, reduce the severity of any fall?

  • WH7. Are appropriate rescue procedures in place for workers who might remain suspended, either mechanically or by their PPE, after a fall or who are unable to return safely to the ground?

  • WH8. Are regular checks carried out to ensure that suspended working platforms, scaffolding and ladders, fall protection, and PPE are in good condition and properly positioned, secured, and anchored?

Crushing Risks

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  • CR1. Are there clear policies and procedures in place for lifting operations, including load capacity limits, recommended lifting techniques, and proper use of lifting equipment such as cranes, hoists, and forklifts?

  • CR2. Are all workers trained in safe lifting practices, with regular training programs in place to refresh this knowledge and provide updates on any new regulations?

  • CR3. Is all lifting equipment inspected and maintained regularly, with proper documentation in place to track inspections and repairs?

  • CR4. Are there specific risk assessments carried out for all lifting operations, including assessments of the site, materials to be lifted, equipment, and human factors such as fatigue and communication?

  • CR5. Is machinery and mobile plant inspected and maintained regularly, with appropriate documentation available to track repairs and renewals?

  • CR6. Is there clear signage and marking indicating pedestrian walkways, as well as areas where heavy machinery or construction traffic is prohibited ?

  • CR7. Are all workers who operate machinery and mobile plant trained and authorized to do so, with clear lines of responsibility and communication established among workers, supervisors, and managers?

  • CR8. Are there clearly marked exclusion zones around machinery and mobile plant to prevent collisions and other accidents

  • CR9. Are excavations properly secured and supported to prevent cave-ins, with clear policies in place for planning and carrying out excavation work?

  • CR10. Are workers trained in excavation safety procedures, including shoring and trench box installation, as well as proper use of personal protective equipment such as hard hats and safety boots?

  • CR11. Are workers required to report any malfunctions, defects, or problems related to lifting operations, machinery, mobile plant, or excavations, and to participate in regular safety audits and inspections?

Enclosed Spaces

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  • ES1. Are there clear policies and procedures in place for working in enclosed or confined spaces, including risk assessments, hazard identification, and proper use of personal protective equipment such as air respirators and ventilators?

  • ES2. Are all workers trained in safe practices for working in enclosed or confined spaces, with regular training programs in place to refresh this knowledge and provide updates on any new regulations?

  • ES3. Are all confined spaces clearly marked and identified, with proper signage and access controls to prevent unauthorized entry?

  • ES4. Are there specific risk assessments carried out for all work in enclosed or confined spaces, including assessments of space conditions, materials inside the space, and human factors such as fatigue and communication?

  • ES5. Is there proper ventilation provided in enclosed or confined spaces, including fans or air pumps, to ensure a constant supply of fresh air and to prevent buildup of hazardous gases, fumes or dust?

  • ES6. Are workers required to wear harnesses or use lifelines, which have been secured to approved anchor points at all times, when working inside enclosed or confined spaces?

  • ES7. Are there specific emergency procedures in place for confined space rescue and firefighting, and are regular drills carried out to ensure workers are familiar with these procedures?

  • ES8. Is there a permit-to-work system in place for all work activities in enclosed or confined spaces, and is there appropriate communication between workers, supervisors and managers?

  • ES9. Are regular tests carried out to ensure that the air inside the enclosed or confined spaces is safe to breathe?

Man Overboard

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  • MOB1. Are there clear policies and procedures in place to prevent man overboard situations, including risk assessments, hazard identification, and proper use of personal protective equipment such as life jackets and harnesses?

  • MOB2. Are all workers trained in safe practices for preventing man overboard situations, with regular training programs in place to refresh this knowledge and provide updates on any new regulations?

  • MOB3. Are all personnel onboard required to wear personal flotation devices (PFDs) or immersion suits when working on deck or in areas where the risk of man overboard is high?

  • MOB4. Are Life Jackets minimum 275 N and equipped with Personal Floatation Beacons (PFB) ?

  • MOB5. Are there specific risk assessments carried out for all work activities, including the use of cranes, gangways, and other equipment on deck, which pose a risk of falling into the water?

  • MOB6. Is there adequate guardrail and netting around the perimeter of the vessel and over the openings that lead to the water to restrict access to such areas?

  • MOB7. Is there a man overboard alarm system in place to alert the crew in the event of an emergency, and are regular drills carried out to ensure workers are familiar with this system?

  • MOB8. Are all crew members trained in man overboard response and recovery procedures, including the use of rescue boats or lifeboats, and are there regular drills carried out to ensure they are familiar with these procedures?

  • MOB9. Is there a man overboard recovery plan in place, including procedures for locating and rescuing a person who has fallen overboard, and is there appropriate communication between workers, supervisors and managers?

  • MOB10. Are regular deck and rigging inspections conducted to ensure their integrity and safe use?

  • MOB11. Are workers required to report any unsafe conditions or activities, near misses, or incidents involving man overboard events, and to participate in regular safety audits and inspections?

ENVIRONMENT

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Chemical Management and Spill Prevention

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  • CSP1. Are there clear policies and procedures in place for the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals, including risk assessments, hazard identification, and proper use of personal protective equipment such as gloves, respirators, and gowns?

  • CSP2. Are all workers trained in safe practices for handling hazardous chemicals, with regular training programs in place to refresh this knowledge and provide updates on any new regulations?

  • CSP3. Is there a chemical inventory maintained, and are all containers properly labeled with chemical names, hazards, and safety instructions?

  • CSP4. Is there a designated chemical storage area, where hazardous chemicals are stored according to compatibility, separation, and ventilation requirements?

  • CSP5. Are there proper emergency response plans and spill containment procedures in place, including the provision of spill kits, and are there regular drills conducted to ensure the proper functioning of the emergency response procedures?

  • CSP6. Is there proper signage indicating the location of safety equipment such as showers, eyewash stations, and fire extinguishers?

  • CSP7. Are there regular safety audits conducted to identify actions and measures that will eliminate or control the risk of spills?

  • CSP8. Are all spills (no matter how small) reported immediately and cleaned up in a timely manner to prevent contamination of the work environment and reduce the risk of exposure?

  • CSP9. Are there proper communication channels between workers, their supervisors, and the management to ensure that everyone is aware of any potential spill hazards, and the relevant chemical management procedures properly identified and followed?

  • CSP10. Are workers required to report and attend regular safety briefings, participate in safety drills and respond appropriately in simulated scenarios, and are there penalty-free channels to report, raise and discuss safety concerns with responsible parties?

Waste Management and Reduction

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  • WM1. Are there clear policies and procedures in place for the management and reduction of waste generated on site, including recycling and composting programs, as well as provisions for safe disposal of hazardous materials?

  • WM2. Are all workers trained in the safe handling and disposal of waste, with regular training programs in place to refresh this knowledge and provide updates on any new regulations?

  • WM3. Is there a designated waste management area, where all waste material is sorted and stored according to waste type, and are there separate containers for different types of waste such as paper, plastic, and hazardous chemicals?

  • WM4. Is there a waste reduction program in place, such as alternative materials sourcing, reuse, and recycling initiatives to reduce the volume of waste generated on site?

  • WM5. Is there proper signage indicating what items can be recycled and what should be placed in general waste bins?

  • WM6. Are there regular safety audits conducted to identify actions and measures that will eliminate or control waste reduction hazards?

  • WM7. Are all hazardous wastes clearly labeled, and placed in containers that are equipped with airtight and leak-proof lids with various colors and marking as compliant with local environmental regulations?

  • WM8. Is there evidence of regular collection and disposal of waste, in a way that ensures safety and promotes environmental sustainability?

  • WM9. Are workers required to report any unsafe working conditions, near misses, or incidents involving waste management, and to participate in regular safety audits and inspections?

Energy

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  • EN1. Are there clear policies and procedures in place for the reduction of energy usage on site, including the use of energy-efficient technologies, equipment and practices?

  • EN2. Is there an energy audit conducted on site, to identify areas that could benefit from energy reduction measures, such as lighting, insulation, and mechanical systems?

  • EN3. Is there a designated person or team responsible for monitoring and managing energy usage on the construction site?

  • EN4. Is there evidence of a plan to make use of renewable energy options such as solar or wind power, either on-site or through connection with local energy suppliers?

  • EN5. Are there regular meetings held to discuss new energy-saving measures, and to set goals and objectives for reducing carbon footprint and energy consumption?

  • EN6. Is there evidence of the use of energy-efficient equipment, such as low-energy pumps, heaters, and lighting, and are all equipment properly maintained and serviced to ensure it runs at maximum efficiency?

  • EN7. Are workers trained in energy reduction practices, including shutting equipment off when not in use, and making sure that lights and other electrical equipment are only used when needed?

  • EN8. Is there a plan to reduce transportation and energy consumption related to it, such as prioritizing local sourcing, using low emission vehicles or ride-sharing programs?

  • EN9. Is there a process in place to track energy consumption on-site, and to report on progress towards energy reduction targets?

  • EN10. Are workers encouraged to suggest and implement new energy-saving strategies, and are they incentivized to reduce energy consumption?

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