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• SCORING GUIDE
  
  -6 RED
  Unsafe Condition, act or omission very likely to cause significant accident
  
  -3 AMBER
  Unsafe condition etc as "-6" but unlikely to cause a significant accident but still does not meet statutory requirements.
  
  2 GREEN
  Safe condition and work practices observed with only minor discrepancies. Meets statutory standards.
  
  3 GREEN
  Sand condition and work practices observed and to a high or best practice standard.
  
  NA
  Item is not applicable to this site at the time of the inspection.
  
  NC
  Item may be applicable but was not or could not be checked (not practicable)

• 1. Site traffic management, vehicle control & pedestrian safety

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

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  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Site traffic management, vehicle control & pedestrian safety
  
  Have separate pedestrian, vehicle access points and routes around the site been provided? If not, are vehicles and pedestrians kept separate wherever possible?
  Are vehicle routes free from hazards, stored materials, debris, deep ruts, impaired sight lines etc?
  Are pedestrian routes adequately signed?
  Have turning points been provided to minimise the need for reversing?
  Where vehicles have to reverse (other than in a designated car park), are they controlled by properly trained banksman?
  Are vehicles maintained; do the steering, handbrake, footbrake and warning devices work properly?
  Have drivers received proper training?
  Are vehicles securely loaded?
  Are passengers prevented from riding in dangerous positions?
  Are visiting vehicles adequately controlled?
  Adequate signage to give visiting drivers clear instruction?
  One way vehicle systems?
  Segregation of vehicle / pedestrian routes by rigid barriers (not Netlon on road irons or similar)?
  Means of minimizing vehicles entering working areas (Separate staff / visitors car park)?
  Delivery vehicle holding area?
  Controlled vehicle access to site by physical barrier (gateman or intercom)?
  

• 2. Buried / hidden services (control and competency)

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

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  • -6 Unsafe Condition
  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Buried / hidden services (control and competency)
  
  Service drawings obtained from utilities companies and other organisations with relevant information about the site?
  Site surveyed (e.g. CAT / Genny) to identify the services and other underground structures. Location of any services recorded?
  All CAT & Genny downloads complete?
  Those involved in detecting and identifying services are competent in the proper use of survey tools and detecting devices as well as reading/interpreting plans?
  All identified services correctly marked including current status e.g. pressurised, live etc?
  Have depth readings been taken on the CAT when carrying out ground surveying?
  Work planned to avoid disturbing services where possible?
  Sufficient time and resources allocated to complete work safely?
  Precautionary approach adopted where work is undertaken in an emergency?
  Permit system in place for high hazard work?
  Have cables been sheathed where appropriate?
  Where underground services exist are there exclusion barriers to prevent damage by heavy plant?
  Have crossing points been suitably reinforced to prevent damage by heavy plant?
  Procedures in place for safe digging around known services?
  

• 3. Overhead services (control and competency)

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

  • Guide
  • -6 Unsafe Condition
  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Overhead services (control and competency)
  
  Is there / is a 'competent person' on site aware of the requirements of GS6?
  Was there a viable alternative to working in close proximity to the lines?
  Has the line owner been consulted prior to work taking place (including mobilisation works)?
  Has the line owner agreed the safe system of work?
  Has the line height been measured using non-conductive devices or been eastablished by other means?
  Has the size and reach of plant and equipment operating near the line been considered?
  Is there a safe clearance distance between the lines and workers / plant / structures?
  Has any undulating terrain been taken account of when establishing safe clearance distances?
  Is the competence, supervision and training of people working at the site commensurate with the risk?
  Are safety zones in use, if required?
  Are safe crossing points clearly established, marked, maintained and kept to a minimum?
  Where plant such as a crane is operating in the area, is additional high-level indication erected to warn the operators?
  Are workers aware of what to do in an emergency?
  

• 4. Electrical work (control, supervision, knowledge of rules, competency)

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

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  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Electrical work (control, supervision, knowledge of relevant safety rules, competency)
  
  Those carrying out electrical work are trained, competent and appointed to electrical duties to a level commensurate with the apparatus being worked on
  A system of written rules and procedures has been established wherever electrical work is to be carried out
  Workers know the limitations of their work allowed under the rules amd procedures
  Supervisors should be competent to supervise the work, with the level of supervision being appropriate to the danger and the competence of those carrying out the work
  If live working has taken place has this been risk assessed as the only option?
  Are permits in place for high risk work?
  Are suitable precautions in place to prevent injury?
  Has appropriate protective equipment been provided?
  Has appropriate information (Drawings etc), tools and instruments been provded?
  Everybody aware of emergency procedures e.g. emergency electrical isolation?
  Are all isolations secure (plastic cable ties NOT accepted) and identified?
  Have all isolations been proven dead?
  Are all conductors securely earthed using properly designed earthing devices or earthing leads?
  Is the work area protected against danger from inadvertent contact with other live parts nearby?
  On high-voltage systems (and often on high-energy systems) a permit-to-work should be issued
  Are extra precautions in place for high-voltage work?
  Are all permits properly closed off?
  

• 5. Hazardous substances (incl COSHH, asbestos, silica dust etc)

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

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  • -6 Unsafe Condition
  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Hazardous substances (incl COSHH, asbestos, silica dust etc)
  
  Have all harmful materials, e.g. asbestos, lead, solvents, paints etc been identified?
  Have all possible existing sources of contamination been identified, contaminated ground, biological hazards, poisonous vegetation etc. and samples analysed?
  Have the risks to everyone who might be exposed to these substances been assessed e.g. COSHH assessments.
  Are the precautions necessary adequately communicated to the work force?
  Is storage suitable (correct containers, segregation, ventilation etc)
  Have precautions been identified and put in place, e.g. is protective equipment provided and used; are workers and others who are not protected kept away from exposure?
  Health surveillance in place for employees using certain substances?
  Are assessments displayed at the point of use?
  Are operators briefed on COSHH at point of issue and via method statements?
  Hazardous materials kept in secure storage and every issue is by a dedication person who briefs user on assessment?
  Has an asbestos register been consulted or report requested prior to starting work?
  Have those likely to disturb asbestos received awareness training?
  Have those working on asbestos containing materials received training commensurate with the risk?
  Is dust suppression being used?
  Have those cutting concrete been briefed on the dabgers of silica dust?
  Is the correct RPE being worn?
  Have those using RPE (even diposable face masks) been fit tested?
  Are RPE users, who are unable to achieve a good face seal, wearing powered ventillated hoods?
  

• 6. Noise / Vibration (Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome, personal protection)

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

  • Guide
  • -6 Unsafe Condition
  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Noise / Vibration (Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome, personal protection)
  
  Have workers been briefed on the dangers of excessive noise and vibration?
  Are alternative methods / plant sought / utlilised to minimize exposure to noise and vibration?
  Are the exposure limits for vibrating equipment adequately communicated to the workforce?
  Is the effect of noise / vibration on adjacent properties / public assessed and minimized?
  Are breakers and other plant or machinery fitted with silencers?
  Are barriers erected to reduce the spread of noise?
  Is work sequenced to minimise the number of people exposed to noise / vibration?
  Are others not involved in the work kept away?
  Is suitable hearing protection provided and worn in noisy areas?
  Have site specific noise assessments been undertaken, are they reviewed as work progresses?
  Have noise zones been implemented?
  Is all plant marked with vibration exposure limit?
  Is there health surveillance if required?
  All staff using equipment fill in daily log of exposure times or other method of exposure monitoring used?
  

• 7. Manual handling, MSD awareness and prevention

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

  • Guide
  • -6 Unsafe Condition
  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Manual handling, MSD awareness and prevention
  
  Has the risk of manual handling injuries been assessed?
  Are hoists, telehandlers, wheel-barrows and other plant or equipment used so that manual lifting and handling of heavy objects is kept to a minimum?
  Are materials such as cement ordered in 25 kg or lighter bags?
  Is specialist equipment available for laying kerbs?
  Is the handling of heavy blocks avoided?
  Have all operators, including sub contractors received manual handling awareness training?
  Are there specific manual handling risk assessments that take account of all of the following factors, Load – Individual – Task – Environment?
  Are storage areas arranged so that heavier items that need to be handled are at waist height?
  Have operators been trained in kinetic lifting techniques?
  Are there systems to prevent those not trained in kinetic techniques from lifting heavy objects?
  Are brick / block clamps available?
  Is there specialist equipment available to accommodate team lifting for items such as gas bottles, oil drums etc?
  Is there a health surveillance programme for staff that regularly lift heavy objects?
  

• 8. Site security, protecting the public and other 3rd Parties

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

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  • -6 Unsafe Condition
  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Site security, protecting the public and other 3rd Parties
  
  During work
  Are the public fenced off or otherwise protected from the work?
  Are access gates / barriers kept closed?
  Are there safe access routes maintanied for the public when working on the public highway?
  is the perimeter fencing secure and undamaged?
  Has the impact of noise, vibration, dust and light overspill on the public been assessed and controlled?
  Has consideration been given to access for emergency vehicles to third party property?
  Is there a recorded daily inspection of barriers and signs?
  Is there a banksman detailed to watch for / escort public in congested areas?
  Have customers with special needs been identified and considered? (Specialist vehicle access / meals on wheels, home help access / noise and dust)
  Where applicable has contact been made with local school re education of the dangers of construction sites?
  Safe and secure area provided to allow public to view works?
  Recorded daily inspection of perimeter fences?
  Is site a member of Considerate Contractor Scheme or similar?
  
  After work
  are all ladders removed or their rungs boarded so that they cannot be used?
  are excavations and openings securely covered or fenced off?
  is all plant immobilised to prevent unauthorised use?
  are bricks and stored materials safely stacked?
  are flammable or dangerous substances locked away in secure storage places?
  Are there adequate notices showing emergency contact telephone numbers out of hours?
  

• 9. Fire risk and other emergency arrangements

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

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  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Fire risk and other emergency arrangements
  
  Is the quantity of flammable material on site kept to a minimum?
  Where required is there a hot work permit system in place?
  Are there proper storage areas for flammable liquids and gases, e.g. LPG and acetylene?
  Are containers and cylinders returned to these stores at the end of the shift?
  If flammable liquids are transferred from their original containers are the new containers suitable for flammable materials and clearly labelled?
  Is smoking banned in areas where gases or flammable liquids are stored and used (check for adequate prohibition signage)?
  Are other ignition sources also prohibited?
  Are gas cylinders and associated equipment in good condition?
  When gas cylinders are not in use, are the valves fully closed?
  Are cylinders stored outside in locked cages?
  Are adequate lebelled bins or skips provided for storing waste; are these away from buildings / combustible material storage areas?
  Is flammable and combustible waste removed regularly?
  Are the right number and type of fire extinguishers available and accessible (to aid escape if necessary)?
  Are fire extinguishers tests “in date”?
  Has a practice emergency evacuation been held and learning points accommodated, is it reviewed as the location or nature of work changes?
  Are smoke alarms provided? Particularly when staff are resident overnight
  Are barriers installed to prevent the accumulation of blown waste under portable building etc.
  Have staff been trained in the use of fire fighting equipment and been given clear instructions on the circumstances of it’s use?
  where required, have the site informed the emergency services about the nature of the work and numbers at risk, so they can provide a measured response to any call (especially in rural areas)?
  

• 10. Risk assessment & method statement

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

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  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Risk assessment & method statement
  
  Are method statements available for hazardous site activities with a supporting risk assessment?
  Are method statements and risk assessments appropriate for the site and task in hand, not too generic?
  Do risk assessments identify all hazards?
  Are the control measures relevant and appropriate?
  If young persons are employed (under 18) are they subject to a specific risk assessment?
  Does the method statement outline materials, plant, tools and competencies of labour force required?
  Is the person supervising the work named on the method statement along with adequate contact details?
  Is there evidence that methods statements and risk assessment have been communicated to the workforce effectively?
  Are method statements reviewed as the work progresses and modified accordingly?
  Are sub contactor’s methods statements reviewed and is there a record of review?
  Is there adequate, trained supervision to ensure that the method statements are followed?
  Are Method statements displayed at “point of task” or available in “job packs”?
  Is there a “take 5” system in place where operators are instructed to stop work during the day and check compliance with method statement / risk assessment?
  Is the workforce invited to contribute to the preparation of method statements and comment before implementation?
  Are method statements reviewed on completion of the task to highlight problems?
  

• 11. Isolation of energy sources (Steam, pressure, mechanical, electricity)

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

  • Guide
  • -6 Unsafe Condition
  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Isolation of energy sources (Steam, pressure, mechanical, electricity)
  
  Isolation procedures are fully understood and followed by everyone?
  Isolations of the appropriate quality are consistently delivered?
  Variations from isolation standards are authorised at the appropriate level before proceeding?
  Isolation and de-isolation work is adequately planned and undertaken via a permit-to-work scheme?
  Information is effectively communicated between all parties?
  Systems documentation in use is accurate and current?
  Tasks are undertaken by competent persons?
  Adequate supervision is in place commensurate to the risk?
  Planned monitoring of the system is carried out and corrective action is taken?
  All isolations are identified and secure?
  Isolations permits are formally closed following completion of the operation?
  
  Those on site:
  Have good working knowledge of isolation and risk assessment procedures for plant?
  Understand the importance of following procedures?
  Know how to check what isolations are in place and that they are the correct isolations required?
  Know the procedures for installing/removing isolations?
  Know the procedures for draining, venting, purging and flushing?
  Know how to test and confirm correct installation of isolations?
  Know how to record isolations on an isolation certificate or permit?
  Be able to assess the risks from non-standard isolations?
  

PLANT & EQUIPMENT

• 12. Scaffolds & other temporary work platforms

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

  • Guide
  • -6 Unsafe Condition
  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Scaffolds & other temporary work platforms
  
  Are scaffolds erected, altered and dismantled by competent persons?
  Do scaffolders follow the method statement when erecting and dismantling scaffold. Fall protection / PPE etc?
  Are all uprights provided with base plates (and, where necessary, timber sole plates) or prevented in some other way from slipping or sinking?
  Are all the uprights, ledgers, braces and struts in position?
  Is the scaffold secured to the building or structure in enough places to prevent collapse?
  Are there adequate guardrails and toe boards or an equivalent standard of protection at every edge from which a person could fall? The Work at Height Regulations 2005 has left out the 2m criteria for provision of handrail and toe boards. The risk of injury should always be assessed and adequate precautions taken to prevent falls at any height. This applies to work below ground as well as above?
  Is upper guardrail positioned at a height of at least 950 mm above the work area?
  Are additional precautions, e.g. intermediate guardrails or brick guards in place to ensure that there is no unprotected gap of more than 470 mm between toe board and upper guardrail?
  Are the working platforms fully boarded and are the boards arranged to avoid tipping or tripping?
  Are there effective barriers or warning notices in place to stop people using an incomplete scaffold, e.g. where working platforms are not fully boarded?
  Has the scaffold been designed and constructed to cope with the materials stored on it and are these distributed evenly?
  Does a competent person inspect (and record the inspection) the scaffold regularly, e.g. at least once a week, always after it has been substantially altered, damaged and following extreme weather?
  Is the scaffold inspected every shift (recorded)?
  Are proprietary ladder clips used rather than rope?
  Is the scaffold generally in good order every day or tidied up just before the inspection is due?
  Does the induction specifically forbid alteration of scaffold by non competent personnel?
  Do non-scaffolders working on the scaffold know the dangers of making unauthorised alterations to the scaffold e.g. removing ties to facilitate access or fit windows?
  Automatic closing gates at access points?
  Loading bays marked with safe working load, clear level access provided below for plant?
  Vehicle guard to protect scaffold if is adjacent to traffic route?
  

• 13. Mobile elevated work platforms

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

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  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP)
  
  Is the equipment checked and before putting to work?
  Does the working platform have adequate guardrails and toe boards or other barriers to prevent people and materials falling off?
  Have precautions been taken to prevent people being struck by the moving platform, projections from the building or falling materials, e.g. barrier or fence around the base?
  Are beacons and audible warning devices working?
  Are the operators trained and competent (e.g. IPAF)?
  Is the power supply isolated and the equipment secured at the end of the working day?
  Is the safe working load and max number of people allowed to be carried, clearly marked on the equipment?
  Does the working area have a suitable surface?
  Are adjacent overhead cables marked, switched off or sheathed?
  Are safety harnesses / restraint system used? (they must be attached to platform, never adjacent structure)
  Movement always controlled by ground level banksman?
  Interlock to prevent tampering with ground level controls by unauthorized person (particularly if in public area)?
  Is there a system of reviewing / preventing use in high winds?
  

• 14. Ladders & step ladders

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

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  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Ladders and stepladders
  
  Ladder
  Are ladders the right means of access for the job? (Inspection or short duration light work only)
  Are they made of appropriate material? (i.e. non conducting for electrical use)
  Are they the right way up?(tie below rung)
  Are all ladders in good condition?
  Are they secured to prevent them slipping sideways or outwards?
  Do ladders rise a sufficient height above their landing place? If not, are there other hand-holds available?
  Are the ladders positioned so that users don’t have to over-stretch or climb over obstacles to work?
  Does the ladder rest against a solid surface and not on fragile or insecure materials?
  Is the ladder roughly 1 distance out to 4 distances high?
  Is there a quarantine area for defective ladders? (or other effective means of preventing them being used)
  Ladders tied with proprietary clamp? (rather than rope)
  Is there suitable dedicated storage for ladders not in use? (ladder rack)
  Boot scrappers nearby to allow boots to be cleaned before using ladder?
  
  Stepladder
  All four stepladder feet are in contact with the ground and the steps are level?
  Those on the ladder are only carrying light materials and tools?
  Not working on top step?
  Locking devices engaged?
  Stepladder face-on to work activity, not side-on?
  Type of task being carried out is not imposing side loading on stepladder?
  If side loading cannot be avoided, measures are taken to prevent stepladder tipping over?
  Stepladder user is not overreaching?
  User able to maintain three points of contact? (two feet, one hand) or can lean into the body of the stepladder whilst using both hands for short periods
  

• 15. Lifting equipment

  Select Guide -6 Unsafe Condition -3 Unsafe Condition 2 Safe Condition 3 Best Practice NA NC

  • Guide
  • -6 Unsafe Condition
  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Lifting equipment
  
  Plant and equipment, which raise or lower loads, are classed as Lifting Equipment under the LOLER Regulations. Examples of Lifting Equipment are: - Cranes, Forklift truck, Tele-handlers, Scissor lifts, Cherry pickers, Hoists, Mast Climbers, Power Operated Cradles and Lifts, etc.
  Lifting Accessories, may be connected to Lifting Equipment and include for example, chains, ropes, shackles, hooks, links, strops, eye bolts, steel ropes etc
  
  Is each item of lifting equipment and lifting accessory identified by a unique mark?
  Is each item of lifting equipment and lifting accessory clearly marked with its safe working loads and if where applicable corresponding radii known?
  Is the lifting accessory appropriate for the task? (length and geometry of chains, strops etc.)
  If the crane has a capacity of more than 1 tonne, does it have an automatic safe load indicator that is maintained and inspected weekly?
  Are cranes inspected weekly, and thoroughly examined every 12 months by a competent person? When it is used to lift people it should be examined every 6 months.
  Are the results of inspections and examinations recorded?
  Does the crane have a current test certificate?
  All lifting accessories colour coded to match current test certificate, current colour prominently displayed?
  Racked or hanging central storage for lifting tackle when not in use?
  Equipment always returned to storage when not in use?
  Unsatisfactory equipment correctly quarantined?
  Lifting equipment issue controlled by a nominated person and inspected after every use?
  

• 16. Plant operation, management, control & equipment

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• Plant operation, management, control & equipment
  
  Is the right plant and machinery being used for the job?
  On excavators with hydraulically grabbed buckets, is the safety pin attached to secure bucket?
  Are seat belts used?
  Where fitted, are beacons used and in working order?
  Are keys removed from plant not in use?
  Is all “hired in” plant inspected by a competent person (including certification where appropriate) before use?
  Are keys for plant controlled by a nominated person who checks operator competency before issue?
  Are keys removed to a secure location “out of hours”?
  Excavator “quick hitch” checks for equipment changes?
  Is all plant inspected by a competent person at least weekly? (records kept)
  Is plant moved to a central, secure storage location whenever possible?
  Are all dangerous parts guarded, e.g. exposed gears, chain drives, projecting engine shafts?
  Are guards secured and in good repair?
  Is the machinery maintained in good repair and are all safety devices operating correctly?
  Are all operators trained and competent?
  Are all dumpers fitted with rollover protection and seat belts?
  Are beacons fitted to all moving plant used on the highway?
  Is there a quarantine area for defective equipment / plant OR a robust system to prevent its use?
  

• 17. Lifting with excavators

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  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
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• Lifting with excavators
  
  machine is rated to handle the load?
  operators are thoroughly trained to read lift charts for the machines they operate?
  Before lifting, machine is inspected to ensure there is no damage or other factors that could impede lifting capacity?
  machine is positioned on a stable work surface, as far back from the edge of any nearby excavations as possible?
  Once the machine is properly positioned, it is set up for maximum stability and lift capability?
  Lift area clear of any workers?
  Operators realise that machine will always have its highest lifting capacities closer to the machine?
  All movements are slow and stable?
  When selecting rigging for the lift, its load rating is checked?
  Rigging is thoroughly inspected before use?
  Load is properly secured to the carrier?
  precautions taken, as needed, to minimize the risk of sudden shifts while moving the load?
  all equipment used is within statutory inspection date?
  

• 18. Work equipment and tools

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• Work equipment and tools
  
  Are all dangerous parts guarded, e.g. exposed gears, chain drives, projecting engine shafts?
  Are guards secured and in good repair?
  Are all operators trained and competent?
  Is the supply voltage for tools and equipment the lowest necessary for the job (could battery operated tools and reduced voltage systems, e.g. 110 V, or even lower in wet conditions, be used)?
  Where mains voltage has to be used, are trip devices, e.g. residual current devices (RCDs) provided for all equipment?
  Are RCDs protected from damage, dust and dampness and checked daily by users?
  Are cables and leads protected from damage by sheathing, protective enclosures or by positioning away from causes of damage?
  Are all connections to the system properly made and are suitable plugs used?
  Is there an appropriate system of user checks, formal visual examinations by site managers and combined inspection and test by competent persons for all tools and equipment? ( PAT ) (Installation)
  Is there a quarantine area for defective equipment / plant OR a robust system to prevent its use?
  Correct tools being used for job?
  Tools in generally good condition?
  

• 19. Has Hilti check been carried out on site for equipment or tools?

  Yes

  NC

WELFARE & LABOUR

• 20. Accident / Incident / Near miss reporting / first aid

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  • 3 Best Practice
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  • NC

• Accident / Incident / Near miss reporting
  
  Is an accident book available?
  Are those on site aware of how to report an accident?
  Is there a system for reporting near misses?
  Are those on site aware of how to report a near miss?
  Are near miss reports used to take pro-active preventative action?
  Are accidents / incidents reported to Anglian Water as outlined in the Alliance reporting procedure?
  Are safety alerts communicated to the workforce?
  Has a risk assessment been carried out to determine the first aid requirements?
  Is there sufficient nos. of trained first aiders?
  Are first aiders clearly identified? (Logo on hat etc)
  Is there adequate cover for first aid (appointed person) at all times?
  Provision of first aid boxes?
  Are there first aid boxes available on all work locations
  First aid boxes checked at least and checks recorded monthly?
  Adequate first aid signing?
  Provision of eye wash bottles, are seals intact?
  Emergency drench showers available where hazardous bulk chemicals are involved?
  Address, telephone number and route to nearest A&E unit available?
  Is there a dedicated first aid treatment area, suitably equipped and maintained in a clean, tidy condition?
  

• 21. Welfare (fixed and mobile), office facilities

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• Welfare (fixed and mobile), office facilities
  
  Size of workforce, location and duration of work assessed to make realistic office and welfare provision?
  Have suitable and sufficient numbers of toilets been provided and are they kept clean?
  Are there clean wash basins, warm water, soap and drying?
  Is the basin large enough to enable arms up to elbows to be washed?
  Are there facilities for changing, drying and storing clothes?
  Is drinking water provided?
  Is there a site hut or other accommodation where workers can sit, make hot drinks and prepare / warm food?
  Are food / drink preparation areas kept in a hygienic condition?
  Are office and welfare facilities easily and safely accessible to all who need to use them?
  Are proper provisions made for transient site welfare?
  Are no smoking regulations / site rules observed?
  Are office and welfare units cleaned and serviced regularly. Is checklist maintained?
  Are drying facilities provided?
  Is there a designated outside smoking area?
  

• 22. Personal Protective Equipment

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• Personal Protective Equipment
  
  Do RAMS take proper account of the hierarchy of protection (ERIC PD) to explore alternative work methods to reduce dependence on PPE?
  Do RAMS state the exact PPE required for the task?
  Has adequate personal protective equipment been provided?
  Are Alliance minimum PPE rules being adhered to?
  For AW operational sites are AW minimum PPE rules being adhered to?
  Is there adequate supervision to ensure that appropriate PPE is actually worn?
  Is suitable clothing provided for those who have to work in wet, dirty or otherwise adverse conditions?
  Are skin protection creams available, barrier cream, sun block etc?
  Is the PPE in good condition fit for the purpose and the wearer?
  Are records of issue kept?
  Confirm PPE is supplied free of charge by the employer
  Are there suitable procedures for dealing with defective defective PPE?
  Are disposable overalls provided for high-risk operations?
  Have users of RPE been fit tested? This includes users of disposable masks
  Are users of RPE who cannot be fit tested or achieve a good face seal, wearing powered hoods?
  Is dust suppression in use for operations where people are exposed to harmful dusts such as Silica?
  

• 23. Induction (contract / site) & authorisation

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• Induction (contract / site) & authorisation
  
  High level 'contract' induction taken place?
  H&S passport induction taken place?
  Those on site all have a copy of 'Your Guide'?
  Is an induction given to all staff, including visitors?
  If a brief induction is given to visitors, is it made clear that their presence on site is limited by clear parameters?
  Safety briefings are tailored to the needs of those receiving it?
  Are all statutory notices displayed?
  Is employer liability insurance certificate displayed?
  Are there effective channels for the workforce to report health and safety issues or suggestions for improvements?
  Are the Alliance / local rules regarding the use of mobile telephones briefed to all staff and adhered to?
  Recorded tests to confirm understanding of induction?
  Workforce all have relevant skills certification?
  Spot checks made to certification database to minimise fraud?
  Safety champions or coaches working with and mentoring the workforce?
  Safety literature targeted to the specific site or tasks being undertaken? (changed regularly)
  

• 24. Supervision (ratio, competence, knowledge)

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• Supervision (ratio, competence, knowledge)
  
  Are the manager and other supervisory staff adequately trained in health and safety? (CSCS managers card, CITB site safety management certificate, NEBOSH, IOSH Managing Safely etc.)
  Is the supervisory ratio adequate given the nature of the work and the size of the workforce?
  Are the supervision actively promoting health & safety?
  Are the supervision active on site?
  Are accurate records being maintained?
  Are the supervision communicating effectively?
  Do supervision demonstrate flexibility when they encounter plan changes or unexpected events?
  

• 25. Worker training, engagement & empowerment

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• Worker training, engagement & empowerment
  
  Are measures taken to ensure effective communication with those who may not speak English?
  Safety briefings are tailored to the needs of those receiving it?
  Are there effective channels for the workforce to report health and safety issues or suggestions for improvements?
  Toolbox talks regularly delivered?
  Incentive schemes for reporting near misses?
  Safety champions or coaches working with and mentoring the workforce?
  Safety literature targeted to the specific site or tasks being undertaken? (changed regularly)
  Incentive schemes for recognising great H&S performance?
  
  Is the competence of the individual workers checked before setting them to work? (including sub contractor labour)
  H&S Training may constitute any form of Safety Briefing/Communication with the site work force including Toolbox Talk's, Method Statement Briefings, COSHH Assessment, Briefings, Breakfast Briefings, etc.
  Is the frequency of and type training as appropriate to the work?
  Is a record of attendance kept?
  Do people sign to indicate they have understood?
  Is there a record of what was covered at least in outline or by heading?
  Are there copies of training certificates or a copy of the company training matrix demonstrating training appropriate to the work in hand at the time of the inspection? Typical training that would be expected subject to the work would be:
  Plant operator training (Cranes, excavators etc.) (CTA or similar)
  Dumper operator
  First Aid Training
  NRSWA
  Confined Spaces
  Slinger/Signaller
  Abrasive Wheels
  Scaffolder
  For construction sites, workforce all hold minimum site H&S certification (CSCS operatives card)?
  

WORKING PRACTICES

• 26. Housekeeping, access, slips, trips

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  • NA
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• Housekeeping, access, slips, trips
  
  Are workers briefed on the importance of good housekeeping?
  Can everyone reach their place of work safely, e.g. are roads, gangways, passageways, passenger, hoists, staircases, in good condition?
  Are all working areas and walkways level and free from obstructions such as stored material and waste?
  Are there proper arrangements for collecting and disposing of waste materials?
  Is the work adequately lit? Is sufficient additional lighting provided when work is carried on after dark or inside buildings?
  Are pedestrian routes free from debris, uneven steps, or material that could cause slips?
  Have temporary pipes and cables crossing pedestrian routes been bridged, and protected from damage where crossing roads?
  Are these areas generally in good order every day or tidied up just before the inspection is due
  Have busy walk routes / steps etc. been surfaced with hardcore or concrete to help reduce slip hazards
  Are materials stored in clearly defined areas both in compounds or adjacent to structure rather than left haphazardly
  Has a concrete or hardcore base been laid for storage areas for pipes, reinforcement etc?
  Are boot scrappers provided at high risk areas to enable mud to be removed
  Guards or barriers to prevent the build up of waste / vermin access under temporary accommodation
  Waste bins labelled with permitted contents, covered where appropriate
  Is the labour force / management pro-active in correcting hazards as soon as they see them.

• 27. Excavation (integrity, access, egress, competence, inspection)

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  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Excavation (integrity, access, egress, competence, inspection)
  
  Have workers been briefed on excavation safety?
  Is there a pre-dig investigation carried out (buried services, ground contamination etc) and a permit to dig system in place?
  Are checks made to confirm safe atmosphere (confined space, explosive atmosphere)?
  Is an adequate supply of timber, trench sheets, props or other supporting material made available before excavation work ?begins?
  Is this material strong enough to support the sides?
  Is a safe method used for putting in the support, i.e. one that does not rely on people working within an unsupported trench?
  Is there adequate provision for removing ground water or seepage from pipes etc?
  If the sides of the excavation are sloped back or battered, is the angle of batter sufficient to prevent collapse?
  Is there safe access to the excavation, e.g. by a sufficiently long, secured ladder?
  Are there guard rails or other equivalent protection to stop people falling in?
  Are properly secured stop blocks provided to prevent tipping vehicles falling in?
  Does the excavation affect the stability of neighbouring structures?
  Are materials, spoil or plant stored away from the edge of the excavation in order to reduce the likelihood of a collapse of the side?
  Has account been taken off the proximity of traffic (collapse by traffic loading and adequate barriers)?
  Is the excavation inspected by a competent person at the start of every shift; and after any accidental collapse or event likely to have affected its stability?
  Is there a thorough examination of all excavations by an appointed competent person on at least a weekly basis and recorded?
  Access steps or ramps (with handrail) used for access rather than ladders if applicable?
  Excavation bottomed out with granular material or lean mix to keep it clean?
  Landing platforms if required?
  

• 28. Work at height / falls from height

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  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Work at height / falls from height
  
  Are there enough barriers and is there other edge protection to stop people or materials falling from roofs or into excavations?
  Do roof battens provide safe hand and foot holds? If not, are crawling ladders or boards provided and used?
  During industrial roofing, are precautions taken to stop people falling from the leading edge of the roof or from fragile or partially fixed sheets, which could give way?
  Are suitable barriers, guard rails or covers, etc provided where people pass or work near fragile material such as asbestos cement sheets and roof lights or openings?
  Are people excluded from the area below the roof work? If this is not possible, have additional precautions been taken to stop debris falling onto them?
  Has safe provision been made for raising or removing materials from the work area (lifts, debris chutes etc.)
  Has consideration been taken of the temporary additional loading caused by stacked materials?
  Is there a system of reviewing / preventing access in high winds?
  Is a secondary protection system in use? (safety nets etc.)
  Permit system in place for high risk work at height?
  

• 29. Formwork & Falsework systems

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  • NA
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• Formwork & Falsework systems
  
  Are workers able to do their job safely?
  Has all formwork been erected in compliance with either the manufacturer’s instructions or temporary works design requirement?
  Is the adequate personnel access, handrailing etc.?
  Is formwork protected from damage from plant and vehicles?
  Is there adequate provision for safe siting of concrete equipment, cranes, pumps vibration equipment etc.
  Is there a permit to pour and a permit to strike system in operation?
  Are weather conditions taken into account when arranging pours and is support system inspected after adverse weather?
  Scaftag type labelling system?
  Recorded inspection regime?
  Does formwork or falsework look unstable?
  Are any significant sections unsupported?
  Is work being competently managed / monitored?
  Is there sufficient managerial level supervision or monitoring during the critical early stages of the work?
  Is a Temporary Works Coordinator required / supplied?
  If required have calculations and associated checks been provided?
  

• 30. Lifting operations planning and control

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  • NA
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• Lifting operations planning and control
  
  Is there a named appointed lifting person for the site?
  Is the unloading of visiting vehicles /deliveries controlled?
  Are all operators trained and competent?
  Has the banksman/slinger been trained to give signals and to attach loads correctly?
  Is the banksman clearly identifiable (different coloured vest or hat)?
  Do the operator and banksman find out the weight and centre of gravity of the load before trying to lift it?
  Are cranes / lifting equipment on a firm level base?
  

• 31. Work in the public highway

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  • NA
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• Work in the public highway
  
  Do members of the public approaching the roadworks know exactly what is expected of them?
  Appropriate Authorities notified and all correct notices in place (e.g. Highways, Railway etc.)?
  Competent Highways Supervisor in charge of work?
  All personnel wearing Hi-viz clothing appropriate to road speed / type?
  Appropriate, correct and adequate signing in place to suit specific road category, conditions, speed limits, safety zone etc?
  Quality and condition of all signs, barriers, cones etc?
  Regular maintenance, repairs, replacement and cleaning of signs, barriers, cones etc?
  All signs, barriers, cones etc., adequately secured in place?
  Prompt removal of signs and barriers on completion?
  Correct traffic control measures in place e.g. temporary traffic lights (including correct timing and sequencing), "stop-go" boards, "give and take" system etc?
  Safety of pedestrians and general public, consideration given for those with disabilities e.g. minimum and safe walkway provided, protection from working area etc?
  Adequate and safe road way for vehicles, including protection from the work area?
  Adequate and safe access and egress for construction traffic, e.g. safe and adequate control of vehicles on the highway during manoeuvring of plant etc?
  General site tidiness e.g. all materials, tools and plant stored safely and tidily within the construction area?
  General tidiness of the highway and pedestrian footway e.g. regular sweeping and removal of mud / debris?
  Adequate measures in place to stop plant inadvertently slewing into traffic / pedestrian routes?
  Dedicated banksman to watch for / escort public in congested areas?
  Daily recorded sign / barrier inspections, including weekends in high risk areas?
  Emergency services aware of any restrictions / closures so they can plan alternative routes?
  

• 32. Work near and/or over deep, fast flowing or aerated fluids

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  • NA
  • NC

• Work near and/or over deep, fast flowing or aerated fluids
  
  Safe system of work prepared and effectively communicated?
  Consideration given to suitably work platform, decking, under slung scaffold, cherry picker etc?
  Competent trained operatives?
  Suitable PPE?
  If working in sewage or river environment, Leptospirosis advice given?
  Restraint systems, harnesses netting etc?
  Buoyancy aids, suitable size and type (take account of specific gravity of liquid, e.g. aerated sewage)
  Grab chains or ropes?
  Life buoy, rescue poles and rescue lines?
  Where appropriate, rescue boat with trained crew?
  Where appropriate give consideration to tide, river flow and weather conditions?
  Effective communication of location to emergency services? (if not easily identifiable location give map reference)
  Nominated rescue co-ordinator?
  Trained rescue operatives?
  Dedicated rescue plan?
  Records of practice drills?
  Resuscitation equipment?
  Controlled entry to working area? (tag system or similar)
  Prior consultation with emergency services?
  

• 33. Confined spaces

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  • -6 Unsafe Condition
  • -3 Unsafe Condition
  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Confined spaces
  
  Is entry into confined space avoided, if at all possible, where it is reasonably possible to carry out the work by other means?
  Has consideration been given to reducing the risk by providing forced ventilation, improving access and egress?
  Is there an adequate safe working procedure equal to or better than the Anglian Water Code of Practice for entry into confined spaces?
  Where required, is there an adequate permit to enter system in place?
  Are there arrangements to deal with emergency situations?
  Are personnel required to enter, work within, or supervise work in, confined spaces trained, competent and medically fit? Entry into an Anglian water controlled confined spaces requires personnel to undergo competency assessment. (City and Guilds)
  As far as reasonably practicable, are confined spaces isolated, cleaned and ventilated before entry to minimise the hazards?
  Is safety equipment CE marked, suitable for the job / environment and maintained / inspected to manufacturer’s / regulatory standard?
  Where required, is there a tally system in use to confirm who is in the confined space?
  Where required, have the emergency services been informed / consulted?
  

• 34. Safe materials storage

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  • NA
  • NC

• Safe materials storage
  
  Segregated storage area in safe tidy condition?
  Hazardous materials stored in accordance with COSHH?
  Adequate protection to prevent damage by weather or plant?
  Adequate protection to prevent pollution?
  Safe loading of shelving or stacking systems?
  Adequate space to allow safe access by personnel or mechanical handling equipment?
  Appropriate security measures in place proportionate to risk?
  Control of materials whilst on site by dedicated person?
  Only enough materials for the shift transported from storage area to work site / area?
  Hard standing for materials storage area?
  Quarantine area for defective materials?
  Locked secure COSHH storage / chest?
  

• 35. Demolition

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  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Demolition
  
  Has the extent of the demolition to be carried out been determined before any work is commenced?
  Has a structural assessment of the condition of the element been made and any special measures incorporated in the method statement?
  Has an assessment of the possible effect on adjacent structures, plant, equipment or natural features been made?
  Has the site been checked for the presence of hazardous / contaminated materials?
  Is there a permit system to prevent commencement before disconnection of services and removal of contaminated, hazardous or polluting materials?
  Is the contractor competent (registered) and adequately resourced to coordinate and manage the health and safety issues during the demolition works?
  Has a demolition health and safety plan been produced, taking account of existing environmental information and construction drawings, and taking into account the locality of the site that may be affected by the demolition activity?
  Does the appointed person have the programme, risk assessments and method statements forming part of the developed construction (demolition) phase health and safety plan?
  Has the appointed person ensured that relevant sections of the health and safety plan been communicated to all people on site at appropriate intervals?
  Is the demolition area clearly defined by physical barriers and adequate signage and the demolition zone and exclusion areas properly maintained and controlled?
  Is the removal of demolished materials from the site properly controlled to ensure only appropriate licensed tips are used?
  Is there recorded inspection made prior to the commencement of each shift to check any adverse changes in conditions?
  

• 36. Environmental Considerations

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  • NA
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• Environmental Considerations
  
  Does the work impact on the local Environment and local residents? (have they been considered, notified)
  Is the site of Environmental interest? (Natural England, Hertitage Site, SSSI) Gain Authority/ Permit.
  Is there any natural watercourse that would be affected by works? (measures in place to protect)
  Measures in place to consider the control of Pollution? (permits, over pumping)
  Local Fauna and Flora (Consideration for wildlife and impact of works, noise, Likely nesting areas)
  Isolation of Pumps ( Burst rising main)
  Spillage plan control of COSHH (spillage kits)
  Pre Planning (Pre Site Survey, Escalation to Client)
  Are Waste Transfer Notes being completed. Correct disposal of waste/ Record.

• 36. Other

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  • 2 Safe Condition
  • 3 Best Practice
  • NA
  • NC

• Name and Signature

  Sign

• Has the audit been completed?

  Yes

  NC