Information

  • Job Site / Builder

  • Conducted On

  • Job number

  • Audit Officer

  • Project Manager

  • Supervisor

  • Location
  • Personnel (whose work was audited)

  • Task being preformed

  • Related Work Category Specification (WCS)

Comments / Summary

  • Issues Communicated to worker

  • Issues rectified

  • If not rectified - booked in with Project Manager

1. Job Briefing

  • Job Briefing (Box ticked if this is relevant)

  • 1. Has the Worksite Supervisor in control of the Services been provided with and conducted a job briefing with all members of each Work Group involved? (Reference:- Safe system of work)

  • 1.1 Has the Worksite Supervisor in control been identified to all members of each Work Group?

  • 1.2 Has the scope and the extent of the Services to be performed been discussed with and understood by each Work Group member?

  • 1.4 Are appropriate tasks being assigned to individual Operators or persons in control of a task?

  • 1.5 Has the role and responsibilities of each Operator and Safety Observer been discussed with and understood by all Work Group members?

  • 1.6 Has the scope and the extent of the work performed by the Third Party Contractor / Operator been discussed with the Safety Observer?

  • 1.7 Has the relevant safe system of work been identified, and does each member of the Work Group have a full understanding of the content and the application to the work being undertaken by each Work Group member?

  • 1.9 Has the Safety Observer (Exclusion Zone) demonstrated knowledge of the safe operation of the plant and equipment they are exposed to during performance of work as the Safety Observer while monitoring the work undertaken by all other members of the Work Group?

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2. Worksite Hazard Management

  • Worksite Hazard Management (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 2 Has a Worksite Hazard Management Assessment been undertaken, documented and communicated by the Worksite Supervisor / Employee in Charge to each member of all Work Group(s)? (Reference: - Safe system of work).

  • 2.1 As the Services being provided progress, have any additional hazards been identified at the Worksite, recorded on an appropriate Worksite Hazard Management form(s) and discussed with each member of the Work Group by the Worksite Supervisor?

  • 2.2 Does each member of the Work Group(s) understand the Hazard Management process? (E.g. Worksite specific hazards identified with suitable control measures implemented and monitored throughout the tasks).

  • 2.3 Are the Operators and persons in control of a task and visitors inducted on to the Worksite and recorded?

  • 2.8 Where a principal contractor has been appointed, is a Safety Management Plan available and being complied with?

  • 2.9 Is each Operator and Safety Observer suitable trained and competent to undertake tasks allocated to them in their work roles in accordance with requirements set out in the individual WCS Operator Competencies Table and the Service Providers Safe system of work?

  • 2.10 Are the SDS(s) and label(s) for products available at the point of use on the Worksite?

  • 2.11 Are all Work Group members aware of the contents of the SDS and label for products being used and all the appropriate control measures to be utilised?

  • 2.12 Are Operators and Safety Observer suitably licensed, trained and competent to access the EQL network and safely undertake tasks allocated to them in their work roles in accordance with requirements set out the individual WCS Operators competencies table and the Service Provider's safe system of work?

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3. Safe Work Environment

  • Safe Work Environment (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 3. Have the applicable hazard(s) been identified and relevant control measure(s) been implemented, and the level of planning been satisfied to eliminate / minimise all Worksite hazards? (Reference: - Safe system of work; and MUTCD).

  • 3.1 Has required permit(s) / agreement(s) from road management and all other relevant Authorities been obtained and complied with to cover all work tasks?

  • 3.2 Has a Worksite Emergency Plan (Worksite Safety Management Plan) been established, available to all persons at the Worksite, and being complied with (if applicable)? (including clear rescue path identified, evacuation point established)

  • 3.3 Has an appropriate sized ‘No Go Area’ been identified and delineated? (with barriers and signage in place)

  • 3.4 Is a trained assistant on the Worksite as required?

  • 3.5 Is a trained and competent Safety Observer (including Safety Observer (Exclusion Zone), Safety Observer (Energised Electrical Network Work) or Safety Observer (HV Live Work)) on Worksite for the work being carried out?

  • 3.6 Are all Exclusion Zones to potential energised electrical conductors or plant maintained during both the access to and work activities being undertaken at the Worksite?

  • 3.7 Do Operators and persons in control of a task understand / demonstrate knowledge of approach distances? (minimum safe approach distances maintained)

  • 3.8 Are insulated tools being used as required?

  • 3.9 Are the correct class of insulating gloves being worn? Are the insulated gloves in test?

  • 3.11 When working on or working near energised network, are protective barriers in place on all secondary points of contact that are within reach, prior to the commencement of work (including insulating mats and covers)?

  • 3.12 Are open cut excavations shored or battered? Are protective barriers and coverings in place and secure while excavations unattended?

  • 3.13 Are SAHV and LV Isolation practices and procedures being adhered to (with access permit / de-energisation permit completed to the documented standard, and low voltage switching sheet available)?

  • 3.15(a) If suspected contaminated materials (e.g. Asbestos Contaminated Materials (ACM)) are located / identified: Are appropriate measures taken to limit exposure?

  • 3.15(b) If suspected contaminated materials (e.g. Asbestos Contaminated Materials (ACM)) are located / identified: Are appropriate storage and disposal methods adopted?

  • 3.15(c) If suspected contaminated materials (e.g. Asbestos Contaminated Materials (ACM)) are located / identified: Is there compliance to current Safe system of work?

  • 3.16 Are complete and in test rescue kits in place and prepared for use at the Worksite prior to performance of any Services?

  • 3.17 Have all control measures been implemented / considered prior to working on energised electrical network?

  • 3.18 Has the applicable traffic management (for vehicular and pedestrian) control measures been established (for example correct placement of signs, cones and barriers) for each work task and has the levels of planning been satisfied (for example hand sketch, nominated WMS, Traffic Management Plan)?

  • 3.19 If working on energised electrical network, does it meet the criteria as per the statutory requirements and the safe system of work for when working on energised electrical network is permitted?

  • 3.20 Has the pole been correctly assessed as being suitable for climbing or the changing of tip load?

  • 3.24 Do Operators demonstrate understanding / knowledge of confined spaces, their identification (limitations and conditions for entry to undertake work)?

  • 3.26 Are HV poles being tested for electrical leakage when required?

  • 3.27 Is a trained and competent Safety Observer (including Safety Observer (Exclusion Zone), on Worksite where required for the work being carried out?

  • 3.28 Are all exclusion zones to potential energised conductors or plant maintained during work activities being undertaken at the Worksite?

  • 3.29 In outdoor substations (bulk supply or zone); have hazard/s been identified and relevant barrier controls been implemented to eliminate / minimise all Worksite hazards?

  • 3.33 Do Operators and persons in control of a task understand / demonstrate knowledge of electrical approach distances? (minimum safe approach distances maintained)

  • 3.34 Has the column been correctly assessed as being suitable for changing of tip load?

  • 3.35 Has the Overhead Asset been correctly assessed as being suitable for changing of tip load?

4. Personal Protective Equipment, Tools, Vehicles and Plant

  • Personal Protective Equipment, Tools, Vehicles and Plant (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 4. Are Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Clothing, Tools, Equipment and Vehicles maintained in a serviceable condition, stored and utilised in the correct manner and where applicable the next test due date attached? (Reference: - Safe system of work).

  • 4.1 Is the PPE being used appropriate for individual risk and / or exposure to personnel?

  • 4.2 Is all PPE mechanically and electrically fit for purpose and in test? (Regular checks on functionality of safety / rescue equipment undertaken?)

  • 4.3 Are log books being utilised for vehicles, plant and equipment and associated daily maintenance checklists completed?

  • 4.4 Is plant, herbicides, oils, machinery, etc. stored and / or maintained in an acceptable condition?

  • 4.5 Is plant and equipment operated within Working Load Limited (WLL) and not exceeded?

  • 4.7 Are Work Group personnel and public clear of plant and equipment (barricade in place)?

  • 4.15 Are approved items of high visibility / protective clothing worn?

  • 4.16 Is plant and equipment being set up correctly for use with suitable dunnage being utilised, as required, under stabilising legs for plant, e.g. EWP’s, Lifter/Borers, GP Trucks? Have wheels been chocked where required?

  • 4.17 Is EWP auxiliary back up operational?

  • 4.33 Does each first aid kit at the Worksite meet requirements of safe system of work, in serviceable condition, in test and stored in correct manner?

7. Environmental Management

  • Environmental Management

  • 7. Are Worksite operations conducted such that there is no potential for environmental nuisance or harm to occur, with environmental considerations being managed effectively? (Reference: - Section 8 of WCS2).

  • 7.31 Is an erosion and sediment control management plan available at the Worksite, implemented and complied with?

  • 7.32 Are erosion and sediment barriers installed correctly and effective?

  • 7.33 Are wind erosion controls in place for stockpiles and cleared surfaces?

  • 7.34 Are oil / chemical spill control kits available at the Worksite?

  • 7.35 Are oil spills being identified / controlled / managed and reported?

  • 7.39 Are impacts on protected and other sensitive areas being managed correctly?

  • 7.40 Are impacts on marine plant habitat being managed correctly and in accordance with permits and restrictions?

  • 7.41 Have Fire Ants restricted areas been identified? (DAFF map)

  • 7.42 Is there compliance with Fire Ant restrictions for inspection, disturbance, movement or transport of restricted items inside or out of the Fire Ant Restricted Areas?

  • 7.43 Are declared plants / weeds species being identified at Worksite?

  • 7.44 Is the uncontrolled transportation of declared plant seed eliminated?

  • 7.45 Do Operators demonstrate understanding, knowledge and identification of declared plants (measures taken to control the spread of declared plants)?

  • 7.47 Are environmental dust controls in place?

  • 7.48 Are environmental odour controls in place?

  • 7.49 Is all Spoil at the Worksite being controlled and disposal managed correctly?

  • 7.50 Is all waste at Worksite controlled and disposal managed in approved manner?

  • 7.51 Are soils surrounding creosote / organochlorine pesticide treated poles being controlled and disposal managed correctly?

  • 7.52 Are environmental controls in place for potential or actual acid sulfate soil conditions?

  • 7.55 Are any environmental permits required for the work?

  • 7.56 Was an Environmental Management Plan specifically issued for the Worksite?

  • 7.57 Is there full compliance with all environmental permits at the Worksite?

  • 7.58 Is there full compliance with any Environmental Management Plan for the Worksite?

  • 7.59 Is cultural heritage duty of care being applied?

  • 7.60 Is liquid residue material, if present, being effectively filtered for disposal to stormwater with any contaminants being removed from the gutter and/or drain and being disposed via a licensed waste disposal contractor?

  • 7.62 Are vehicles and plant being maintained and operated so as to create minimum noise levels?

  • 7.63 Are allowable hours of work being observed?

  • 7.64 Are local residents being advised of activity to be undertaken which may cause localised noise nuisance when practical?

  • 7.65 Are Authority and Customer environmental enquiries being addressed and managed correctly?

  • 7.66 Are all Authority and External Party environmental enquiries addressed and managed correctly?

  • 7.67 Are all environmental incidents being reported via eSafe?

8. Customer / Authority Negotiations

  • Customer / Authority Negotiations (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 8. Is the Customer being treated in compliance with the Energex Code of Conduct and Customer Care requirements? (Reference: - Section 9 of WCS2, Form No 1753 and Form 8110).

  • 8.1 Is Service Provider in possession of all Authority issued certificates, licences, consents, permits, approvals and requirements for Services being performed?

  • 8.2 Customer(s) advised of Energex requirements / activities for vegetation management around overhead conductors, underground cables and supporting infrastructure with approvals received as required?

  • 8.6 Customer(s) advised of Energex requirements / activities for management of overhead conductors and supporting infrastructure with approvals received as required.

  • 8.8 Is co-operation and interpersonal relations with EQL, Clients, members of the public and Authorities controlled and are personnel acting in a professional, courteous and respectful manner? Responding positively to Client's reasonable requests?

  • 8.10 Are Energex Customer(s), Authority, public and media enquiries in relation to construction and maintenance of network infrastructure being managed correctly?

  • 8.11 Are Operators cleanly and neatly dressed with ID cards available and displayed as required?

  • 8.12 Are Operators responding positively to Customer's / Consumer's reasonable requests?

  • 8.13 Are Customer notifications and their enquiries being managed correctly?

  • 8.14 Has local community been advised of Energex requirements / activities for electrical distribution network infrastructure construction or maintenance and been notified of works to be undertaken at Site?

  • 8.15 Is co-operation and interpersonal relations with Customer(s), Energex, members of the public and Authorities controlled, and are personnel acting in a professional, courteous and respectful manner, and responding positively to publics reasonable requests?

  • 8.16 Are Customer Care requirements being complied with and maintained by Operator(s)?

  • 8.20 Are Customer(s) being advised of purpose for visit where practical?

  • 8.21 Do vehicles have ‘Energex Authorised Contractor’ logos in accordance with each category of work specific WCS requirements?

9. Network Considerations

  • Network Considerations (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 9. Are all apparatus and conductor voltages correctly identified by all Operators? (Reference: - Safe system of work).

  • 9.1 Do Operators understand / demonstrate knowledge of approach distances? (Minimum safe approach distances maintained).

  • 9.2 Correct sections of overhead conductors (mains) and/or underground cables identified for de-energising?

  • 9.3 Are SAHV procedures followed?

  • 9.4 Have time constraints placed on period of outage(s) been met?

  • 9.7 Are Overhead Conductors (mains) and supporting infrastructure found in unserviceable condition requiring emergency maintenance identified and reported?

  • 9.9 Do Operators understand / identify conductor voltages?

  • 9.10 Are equipment Operators aware of location of energised electrical conductors (cables), buswork and equipment in relation to operating equipment?.

  • 9.14 Do Safety Observers [including Safety Observer (Exclusion Zone)] understand / demonstrate knowledge of approach distances? (Minimum safe approach distances maintained.)

  • 9.15 Are all Operators aware of types, voltages, and location of energised conductors (cables), buswork and equipment in relation to their Worksite activities, equipment, plant, and cable installation components?

16. Document and Record Management

  • Document and Record Management (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 16 All standards, specifications, documents, records and completed forms established as part of management of the Services provided, completed, filed and available (all records well ordered)? (Reference: - Sections 9, 10 and 13 of WCS2).

  • 16.1 Are all Work Group members aware of contents of appropriate standards, specifications, forms / documents and are they available at Worksite and in a serviceable condition?

  • 16.2 Are Customer permission forms being completed, signed and retained?

  • 16.3 Are records of vehicle clean downs (declared plant management) being maintained?

  • 16.6 Where test certificates / tags fall off or wear out; is there an appropriate system in place to record test dates?

  • 16.7 Are all plant / equipment log books (daily inspections) or equivalent documentation being maintained, up to date, and made available?

  • 16.13 Are “As Constructed Drawings” accurate and being updated progressively throughout the construction project or maintenance project and are available at Worksite?

  • 16.14 Are plant movement advices accurate and being provided progressively as construction progresses?

  • 16.15 Are network facilities management Commissioning sheets accurate and being updated progressively throughout construction?

  • 16.16 Are records tracking regulated waste accurate and being maintained?

  • 16.19 Have records of hazard management, complaints or incidents which occurred while providing Services been established and maintained?

  • 16.20 Are Worksite discrepancies being identified, correctly recorded on "As-Constructed" drawings and brought to attention of Energex Officer?

  • 16.21 Are 'As-Constructed' drawings being provided to Energex within 5 Business Days of completing construction or maintenance Services / handover (stage of project)?

  • 16.30 Are Energex forms for the Customer being left in accordance with work process?

  • 16.33 Are records of safety / environment incidents, complaints from public and all other parties, Worksite Hazard Management records being completed and filed?

  • 16.37 Is lifting equipment register available, well ordered, and accurate?

  • 16.40 Is all other required completion of work documentation including paper forms and electronic data files being completed accurately and returned in accordance with appropriate processes and standards?

  • 16.41 Are "As-Constructed Drawings” being provided to Energex within 5 Business Days of completing construction or Commissioning of HV and or LV network?

  • 16.44 Are all records and completed forms established as part of management of the Services provided; civil infrastructure construction project(s) filed and available (all records well ordered)?

  • 16.45 Are appropriate forms / documents current and complete (such as SAHV, confined space permit, low voltage switching sheet)?

  • 16.54 Are records of defective Energex equipment forwarded to Energex Officer?

  • 16.55 Are all records well-ordered and made available on request?

  • 16.56 Are appropriate forms / documents current and complete (such as SAHV, confined space permit, low voltage switching sheet)?

  • 16.61 Are Worksite discrepancies correctly recorded and brought to the attention of Energex Officer?

17. Worksite Reinstatement

  • Worksite Reinstatement (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 17. Is Worksite being left clean and tidy during works and after completion of works (all debris removed from Site that is then left in an acceptable condition)? (Reference: - Section 9 of WCS25.)

  • 17.2 Has private property been left undamaged during and at completion of all Services at Worksite?

  • 17.4 Is all asbestos and asbestos contaminated waste double bagged or wrapped in heavy-duty 200 µm (minimum thickness) polythene and labelled to indicate they contain asbestos and treated appropriately?

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18. Safety Consultation

  • Safety Consultation (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 18. Are all persons aware of the various means for raising safety / quality / environmental issues / concerns? (Reference: - Safe System of Work).

  • 18.1 Do personnel at Worksite have any safety / quality / environmental concerns and are they being raised?

26. Site Management

  • Site Management (Box Ticked If This Relevant)

  • 26. Is Worksite location correctly identified for the Services to be provided at that Worksite(s)? (Reference: - Sections 9 of WCS25).

  • 26.1 Are natural, historical or cultural resources being identified and disturbances prevented?

  • 26.2 Is work area around site being cleared, ensuring safe access and work?

  • 26.3 Is a suitable range of tools, equipment and materials available at Worksite for Services being provided?

  • 26.4 Is approved disposal of all waste (e.g. packaging, contaminated soil, waste products, excavated rock / concrete / bitumen) occurring?

  • 26.5 Are Worksite discrepancies being correctly recorded on construction drawings and brought to the attention of Energex Officer?

  • 26.8 Is suitable range of heavy vehicles and plant available at Worksite for Services being provided?

  • 26.9 Is Energex Officer being notified immediately after occurrence of any private property, electricity network infrastructure, other party’s assets or Authority property damage, or any injury at the Worksite?

  • 26.10 Is EWP(s) being utilised fully operational with no defects and correctly set up for use (compliant with AS/NZS 1418.10 and in test and SWL not exceeded)?

  • 26.11 Is Worksite being maintained in clean and tidy condition during works?

  • 26.12 Is compliance with restricted access area guidelines, permit requirements and conditions of entry occurring?

  • 26.13 Is location of underground infrastructure, e.g. cables and Authority essential services being positively confirmed and not impacted upon?

  • 26.14 Is Site being left clean and tidy during works and after completion of works (all debris removed from Site)?

  • 26.15 Is Energex Officer being notified immediately if any electricity earth wires and cables or Authority essential services or Customer’s property are damaged?

  • 26.16 Are cables and other essential services being protected during mechanical open cut excavation operations?

  • 26.17 Are Site works being conducted such that no potential for environmental nuisance or harm to occur?

  • 26.19 Is EWP being correctly set up for use with barricades in place and workers and public clear?

  • 26.20 Is Worksite identified, correctly located and verified before entry and / or commencement of work?

  • 26.22 Has the appropriate Energex Network Operations contact been notified of each substation access and recorded in substation log book and notified of other secure assets entry?

  • 26.23 Are relevant Energex network asset access permit(s) being issued when required?

  • 26.24 Are appropriate first aid and firefighting equipment readily available at the Worksite?

  • 26.25 Is the Worksite being managed in a safe and hazard free condition during work?

  • 26.26 Is Worksite being managed such that no potential for environmental harm to occur?

  • 26.27 Is there compliance with restricted access area permit requirements and conditions of entry?

  • 26.28 Is Energex Officer notified immediately if any electricity earth wires, cables or competent Authority essential services damaged or Customer’s property damage?

  • 26.29 Is security of Energex Substation facilities asset / installation access requirements not breached (for example Substation gates / doors not left open or unlocked) allowing unauthorised access?

  • 26.30 Is appropriate security for and management of System Keys and access cards, notification to Energex and Authorisation from Energex to access / exit secure Energex facilities occurring?

  • 26.31 Is evacuation plan for Worksite available and implemented prior to commencement of work?

  • 26.32 Is location of underground infrastructure, e.g. pits, cables and Authority essential services being positively confirmed and not impacted upon?

  • 26.33 Is Site being left clean and tidy during works and after completion of works (all rubbish removed from Site)?

  • 26.35 Plant and equipment not intruding into running lane?

  • 26.37 Are hazards appropriately barricaded prior to leaving Worksite where site preparation is performed for Energex?

  • 26.38 In outdoor Substations (bulk supply or zone) are hazards appropriately barricaded during the works and prior to leaving Worksite where Site preparation is performed for Energex or third party contractor?

28. Pole Inspection

  • Pole Inspection (Box Ticked If This Relevant)

  • 28. Are appropriate inspection techniques being employed to ensure all unserviceable poles, masts and supporting infrastructure are being identified and correctly reported? (Pole / mast considered incapable of bearing its design load with the relevant factor of safety). (Reference: - Sections 9 of WCS2 and Manual 00369).

  • 28.1 Are above ground (Pole Top inspections) and below ground visual inspections being conducted correctly?

  • 28.14 Are poles and columns being inspected and assessed as suitable for access to work (climb and / or alter tip loads)?

56. Trenching and Conduit Installation

  • Trenching and Conduit Installation (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 56.1 Have appropriate installation techniques been employed for trenching and Conduit installation? (Reference: - Sections 9 of WCS2).

  • 56.5 Class 00 insulating gloves worn and non-conductive handled implements used to expose existing electricity cables / essential services?

57. Distribution Cable Jointing and Terminating

  • Distribution Cable Jointing and Terminating (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 57. Have appropriate techniques been employed for the jointing, terminating and testing of underground distribution cables? (Reference: - Sections 9 of WCS2, Manual 00305 and manufactures instructions).

  • 57.1 Is suitable plant and equipment available and on Worksite to facilitate cable jointing?

  • 57.3 Are all cables to be jointed or terminated being positively identified and spiked / cut in accordance with approved procedures?

  • 57.4 Are all existing electrical cables and essential services in the immediate vicinity being protected during jointing and terminating of cables?

  • 57.5 Is correct use being made of mechanical aids to assist with setting of cables without exceeding the minimum bending radius of the cable?

  • 57.6 Are cables correctly spaced to facilitate jointing?

  • 57.7 Is the correct installation of cable cleats occurring with spacing and size of cleat to suit cable?

  • 57.8 Are all cables being tested using appropriate testing equipment for task?

  • 57.9 Have all cut cables been correctly capped / sealed (heat shrink only)?

  • 57.10 Are cables and all jointing materials being protected from contamination (clean / dry environment) during all jointing works?

  • 57.11 Are cables being checked for moisture prior to jointing or terminating?

  • 57.12 No damage or ingress of moisture to cable has been allowed to occur while jointing or terminating cables?

  • 57.13 Is there strict adherence to jointing or terminating instructions provided with only correct jointing materials used?

  • 57.14 Are correct stripping techniques being utilised for cables with cables stripped to the correct dimensions?

  • 57.15 Are correct jointing and terminating techniques being utilised for conductors with correct application of connectors, insulation mediums and sleeves?

  • 57.16 Are bolted connections being torque tightened and electrical connections being greased?

  • 57.17 Are correct heatshrink / coldshrink techniques being applied during the jointing and terminating of cables?

  • 57.18 Are surge arresters being correctly positioned with terminated cables correctly connected?

  • 57.19 Are all cable test results being confirmed satisfactory to Energex and recorded?

  • 57.20 Are joint and termination records sheets accurate and updated progressively throughout the construction project and provided to Energex within 5 Business Days of completing construction / Commissioning (stage of project)?

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58. Electricity Supply Pillars, Pits and Plant Installation

  • Electricity Supply Pillars, Pits and Plant Installation (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 58. Have Pillars, Pits and Plant been installed appropriately to specification? (Reference: - Sections 9 of WCS2, Manual 00305 and manufactures instructions).

  • 58.1 Are pillar bases and pit chambers being installed correctly on stabilised sand foundation with location, level and orientation verified?

  • 58.2 Are service fuse panels being wired and installed correctly?

  • 58.3 Are all bolted connections being torque tightened correctly?

  • 58.4 Are cables being terminated correctly with all electrical connections greased?

59. Testing Safe

  • Testing Safe (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 59. Are appropriate examination and testing techniques being employed on poles and structures, exposed parts, connections to low voltage network and atmosphere of confined spaces for access and safe work with all faults and potential hazards identified correctly? (Reference: - Safe System of Work).

  • 59.3 Are appropriate tests being conducted to check and confirm correct electrical connections as detailed in the WP1202?

  • 59.10 Are appropriate de-energised (Not Live) tests being conducted on streetlight brackets on timber Poles, Pole steps, metal / concrete foundation components, etc.?

61. Service Delivery Standards

  • Service Delivery Standards (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 61. Have appropriate actions been undertaken to ensure all guaranteed service levels of electricity supply to Customers is maintained with minimum disruption to the public amenity? (Continuity of electricity supply and provision of adequate public lighting)? (Reference:- Electricity Industry Code (Queensland)

  • 61.1 Has correct notification of switching and planned electricity supply interruptions been undertaken and maintained on Energex's behalf?

  • 61.2 Are interruption notices being delivered to the Customer Premises within the notification time frames?

  • 61.4 Are outage duration not being exceeded or where being exceeded Energex advised prior to expiry of outage time?

  • 61.9 Are registered life support Customers being provided with 4 Clear Business Days written notification (hand delivered) or at least 6 Clear Business Days written notification (mailed out) prior to the planned interruption?

  • 61.10 Is the minimum notification period for the receiving of notice of planned interruptions to electricity supply at Customer’s installations that does not require switching of the network by Energex being observed and not being compromised?

  • 61.11 Are all effected Customers being advised of the planned interruption to electricity supply at their installation(s) that does not require switching of the network by the distribution of Form 1482 (or other nominated Energex form) within the notification time frames?

  • 61.12 Is the Service Provider or their nominated Operator using the system for recording and reporting the delivery of notice(s) to each individual Premise, associated with a planned Customer outage(s)?

  • 61.13 Are the waivers (Form 8791) being used to obtain Customer agreement to forgo prior notification of planned interruption to their electricity supply being fully completed and signed by both the Responsible Person and the Operator requesting the waiver?

  • 61.14 Is the Service Provider or their nominated Operator providing Energex with full details of all planned interruptions to electricity supply at Customer’s installation that does not require switching of the network within the notification time frames; providing the data in an electronic format through the prescribed interfaces with Energex corporate systems (SANS System or EPP System)?

  • 61.15 Is the Service Provider or their nominated Operator providing Energex with full details of all completed works (jobs) and planned interruptions to Customer(s) electricity supply that does not require switching of the network within the notification time frames of the planned outage occurring and work being completed; providing the data in an electronic format through the prescribed interfaces with Energex corporate systems (SANS System or EPP System)?

62. Materials

  • Materials (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 62. Are only approved materials / components / fittings being installed on / connected to / maintained on / retrieved from poles or structures in a correct and safe manner? (Reference: - Sections 6 and 9of WCS25).

  • 62.1 Are correct materials components / fittings being used and installed in accordance with construction standards and manufacturer's requirements?

  • 62.2 Are all disused materials being recovered and stored in an appropriate manner for transport, disposal or returned to Energex?

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63. Construction and Maintenance of Overhead Mains

  • Construction and Maintenance of Overhead Mains (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 63. Are overhead mains and supporting infrastructure being constructed to specification and maintained in a condition such that it remains fit for purpose? (Reference: - Section 9 of WCS25, Overhead Construction Manual, WP1202, and Manual 00297).

  • 63.1 Is pole location and foundation in accordance with the Construction Drawings (Work Plan) and Overhead Construction Manual?

  • 63.2 Is pole foundation correctly constructed (excavation correct depth and alignment and backfill correct material supplied, placed and compacted)?

  • 63.3 Are pole hardware components and constructions fitted / installed in accordance with the Construction Drawings (Work Plan) and Overhead Construction Manual?

  • 63.4 Are pole lifting procedures being followed in accordance with submitted Work Method Statements with correct sling and lifting techniques being utilised?

  • 63.5 Is galvanising on fitting and components undamaged with minor damage to steelwork re-instated?

  • 63.6 Are conductor stringing and tensioning procedures being correctly followed and conductor sagged in accordance with Overhead Construction Manual (without over stressing, scratches, gouges, kinks)?

  • 63.7 Are correct conductor joining / terminating equipment and procedures being used such as bare wire, scratch brushing, correct compression fittings, dies and clamps?

  • 63.8 Is Overhead plant and equipment being installed in accordance with the Overhead Construction Manual and Construction Drawings (Work Plan)?

  • 63.9 Is correct process being followed for the raising and lowering of equipment, material and tools?

  • 63.10 Are insitu claw clamps being replaced when located?

  • 63.11 Are statutory clearances being maintained and no overhead mains left erected under height?

  • 63.12 Do street light installations comply with the Manual 00796 and Construction Drawings (Work Plan)?

  • 63.13 Are Overhead Service Lines and mains installed in accordance with the Construction Drawings (Work Plan), Overhead Construction Manual and WP1202?

  • 63.14 Is earthing being installed in accordance with the Construction Drawings (Work Plan), Overhead Construction Manual and WCS34?

  • 63.15 Is labelling being installed in accordance with the Construction Drawings (Work Plan) and Manual 00297?

  • 63.16 Are disused hardware, poles and stays being recovered in accordance with WCS25 and WCS12.3?

  • 63.17 Are tree trimming activities being provided in accordance with appropriate WCS1.6, WCS1.7, WCS1.8 and WCS25?

  • 63.18 Are pole(s) and equipment being left unattended at Worksite, marked / identified / protected and not left beyond time limits? (Not a potential hazard to public or traffic?)

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67. Conduit/Pipe Installation - Civil

  • Conduit/Pipe Installation - Civil (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 67. Have or are appropriate Conduit / Pipe installation techniques being deployed to ensure in-situ Conduit in serviceable condition after installation? (Reference: - Sections 9 of WCS2 and Manual 00305).

  • 67.1 Are Conduits / Pipe being installed at correct depth, alignment and clearance from other Services?

  • 67.2 Is suitable mechanical protection (e.g. reinforced concrete / galvanised plate) being installed over Conduits / Pipe with cover that is less than minimum nominated depth or on a non-standard alignment and have the appropriate approvals been provided from the Authorities? (Protection e.g. reinforced concrete or galvanised steel plate).

  • 67.3 Are polymeric cable protection and or warning tape being installed over Conduits / Pipe?

  • 67.4 Is Conduit bank configuration constructed and bedding material supplied, installed and compacted around Conduits compliant with construction standard?

  • 67.5 Are Conduit joints being glued with installed Conduits / Pipe lengths cleaned, debeaded, deburred, chamfered and tested, with draw ropes installed and ends sealed?

  • 67.6 Have the correct techniques been utilised in the removal of section of insitu fibre cement Pipe or Conduits / Pipe and handling of debris from broken fibre cement Pipe or Conduits / Pipe ensuring control of potential asbestos containing material?

  • 67.7 Class 00 insulating gloves worn and non-conductive handled implements used to expose existing electricity cables / essential services?

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68. Underground Cable Installation - Civil

  • Underground Cable Installation - Civil (Box ticked if this relevant)

  • 68. Have or are appropriate cable installation techniques being deployed to ensure installed cable undamaged and in serviceable condition after installation? (Reference: - Sections 9 of WCS2 and Manual 00305).

  • 68.1 Have or are cable installations being completed to specification (lubricating materials used, minimum bending radius not exceeded, and maximum hauling tension not exceeded)?

  • 68.2 Is correct positioning and use of plant and equipment (e.g., cable hauling accessories) being deployed to ensure controlled installation of cabled without damage (scratches, gouges) or over stressing?

  • 68.3 Are cables correctly capped / sealed (heat shrink only) at all times to prevent ingress of foreign materials or moisture into cable?

  • 68.4 Is cable protection (e.g. polymeric cover strip) over direct laid cables and above ground warning signs identifying location of installed direct laid cables in place?

  • 68.5 Are correct techniques utilised in removing section of or hauling cables through insitu fibre cement Conduit / Pipe; handling debris from broken fibre cement Conduit / Pipe, or contaminated components from cable hauling process ensuring control of potential asbestos containing material and particles?

  • 68.6 Are in-situ abandoned underground cables being completely removed where practical?

  • 68.7 Are in-situ abandoned underground cables that are not complete removed being correctly terminated and labelled and fully detailed on the ‘As Constructed’ drawings?

69. Construction and Maintenance of Public Lighting

  • Construction and Maintenance of Public Lighting (Box ticked if relevant)

  • 69. Are appropriate measures being taken to ensure Public Lighting and supporting infrastructure is constructed to specification in the first instance and maintained in a condition such that it remains fit for purpose? (Reference:- Section 0 of WCS37, and Public Lighting Construction Manual).

  • 69.3 Are streetlight bracket / outreach and or luminaires being fitted / installed in accordance with the Construction Drawings (Work Plan) and Public Lighting Construction Manual (00796)?

  • 69.4 Is the column / pole being erected vertically within tolerance and is the correct luminaire being installed and placed at the correct height above ground within tolerance?

  • 69.5 Does the pole numbering comply with Construction Drawing (Work Plan) and Public Lighting Construction Manual (00796)?

  • 69.6 Is all wiring and terminal panels / fuse switches being installed in accordance with this WCS and Public Lighting Construction Manual (00796)?

  • 69.7 Are wood poles being thoroughly inspected prior to climbing?

  • 69.8 Are electrical connections being checked prior to energising street lighting installations in accordance with Low Voltage Connections Manual (WP1202)?

  • 69.9 Are appropriate continuity installation tests being conducted on street lighting installations in accordance with Low Voltage Connections Manual (WP1202)?

  • 69.11 Is a water proof enclosure / junction box being correctly sealed against water ingress?

  • 69.12 Are column / pole / outreach lighting procedures being followed in accordance with Service Provider's safe system of work with correct sling and lifting techniques being utilised?

  • 69.13 Is galvanising / powder coating on fitting and components undamaged with minor damaged to steelwork re-instated?

  • 69.14 Are statutory clearances being maintained and no overhead service cables left erected under height?

  • 69.15 Are underground service cables installed in accordance with the Construction Drawings (Work Plan), Underground Distribution Construction Manual (South East), Low Voltage Connections Manual (WP1202), and Public Lighting Construction Manual (00796)?

  • 69.16 Are overhead service cable stringing and tensioning procedures being correctly followed and overhead service cable sagged in accordance with Overhead Construction Manual (without over stressing, scratches, gouges, kinks)?

  • 69.20 Is earthing being installed in accordance with the Construction Drawings (Work Plan), and WCS34?

  • 69.21 Is labelling being installed in accordance with the Construction Drawings (Work Plan) and Network Labelling and Signage Manual?

  • 69.22 Are column(s) / pole(s) and Public Lighting equipment being left unattended at Worksite, barricaded / marked / identified / protected and not left beyond set time limits? (Not a potential hazard to public or traffic)?

  • 69.23 Is a EWP being used to access Buried In Ground (BIG) lighting columns / poles?

  • 69.24 Are appropriate test being conducted on street lighting brackets to prove de-energised (not 'live') before touching and / or access to work?

79. Civil Infrastructure Construction

  • Civil Infrastructure Construction (Tick box if relevant)

  • 79. Have appropriate civil and structural construction techniques been employed to ensure all the Site works and construction complies with project requirements and Construction Standards? (Reference: - Section 9 of WCS61, Underground Distribution Construction Manual, and Public Lighting Construction Manual).

  • 79.1 Is Site correctly identified for open cut excavation and infrastructure construction with existing essential services locations marked on ground and civil infrastructure to be constructed set out correctly on ground surface?

  • 79.2 Are electricity cables and other existing essential services exposed prior to mechanical excavation operation?

  • 79.3 Are cables and other existing essential services protected by suitable impact resistant material during mechanical open cut excavation operations?

  • 79.4 Is Shoring / battering / benching of open cut excavation in place before entry to work?

  • 79.6 Is surface finish / pavement cut cleanly (concrete / bitumen / asphalt)?

  • 79.7 Are survey pegs undisturbed?

  • 79.8 Is above ground infrastructure (kerb and channelling) and street furniture undamaged?

  • 79.9 Is floor of excavation correct gradient and level?

  • 79.10 Confirmed that natural subgrade will support civil infrastructure to be constructed?

  • 79.11 Is spoil correctly stockpiled, retained, and transported away?

  • 79.13 Is certified Shoring system correctly constructed in accordance with installation specification?

  • 79.14 Is formwork correctly constructed, installed, and removed?

  • 79.15 Is subgrade correctly installed (correct thickness; compaction)?

  • 79.16 Is steel reinforcement correctly installed (placement, cover to specification)?

  • 79.17 Is correct installation and placement of embedded accessories (fixing to steel reinforcement)?

  • 79.18 Is subsoil drainage installed correctly and plumbed into stormwater?

  • 79.19 Is suitable placement; compaction and finishing of concrete occurring?

  • 79.20 Are construction joints between concrete pours (if not continuous pours) constructed?

  • 79.21 Is bedding material supplied suitable / correct installation to specification?

  • 79.22 Is backfill for excavations supplied suitable correctly placed and compacted (nominated soil testing (dry density) undertaken)?

  • 79.23 Is surface reinstatement correct (matching material) and complete reinstatement to original levels within tolerance (No trip hazards remain)?

  • 79.25 Are correct type and location of access covers in closed chamber infrastructure (concrete Pits) being installed?

  • 79.26 Are precast concrete components being correctly lifted and handled (correct lifting system components utilised)?

  • 79.27 Are precast concrete components being correctly placed in excavation?

  • 79.28 Are structural foundations constructed to specification / standards?

  • 79.30 Are Site discrepancies (e.g., insitu Conduit bank configuration) correctly recorded on “As Constructed” drawings and brought to attention of Energy Queensland Officer?

  • 79.31 Are stockpiles of spoil, materials, plant, and equipment being placed away from the edge of an excavation a distance not less than the depth of the excavation below ground level?

  • 79.32 Does existing underground infrastructure remain undisturbed during mechanical excavation operations?

  • 79.33 Are entry / exit points to excavation being established for safe entry / exit?

  • 79.34 Are protective barriers around and / or temporary reinstatement over excavations in place and secure?

  • 79.35 Is waste and excess spoil being removed from Site daily or as directed to approved disposal Site?

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93. Public Lighting Spot Replacement Maintenance

  • Public Lighting Spot Replacement Maintenance (Box ticked if relevant)

  • 93 Have appropriate maintenance techniques been employed to ensure Public Lighting is being repaired and maintained appropriately? (Reference:- Section 9 and Appendix A of WCS6.2 and subordinate documents referenced therein.)

  • 93.1 Are correct vehicles and equipment being selected for most practical method of maintenance and repair of Public Lighting?

  • 93.2 Are appropriate Service Delivery Standards for Public Lighting maintenance being met? (e.g. urgent works repaired withing 24 hours or as directed)

  • 93.4 Is the Public Lighting installation being cleaned correctly?

  • 93.5 Are unserviceable diffusers being replaced?

  • 93.6 Is the Public Lighting Luminaire being repaired / replaced appropriately?

  • 93.7 On completion of maintenance is the installation operating correctly?

  • 93.8 Are all recovered Public Lighting materials being returned to EQL?

  • 93.9 Is all Public Lighting materials waste being recycled / disposed of appropriately?

  • 93.10 Are Glare Shields being installed appropriately?

  • 93.11 During maintenance works is there compliance with Service Provider's Public Lighting repair and maintenance process?

  • 93.12 Are appropriate test being conducted on street lighting brackets to prove de-energised (not 'live') before touching and / or access to work?

  • 93.13 Are Public Lighting Supply circuits being patrolled prior to energising the Public Lighting installation?

  • 93.14 Are reported faulty Public Lighting installations found working correctly at Site being reported to EQL?

  • 93.15 Are faulty lamps and / or PE cells being repaired / replaced as required?

  • 93.16 At completion of maintenance / repair work are final operational checks of the Public Lighting circuits being conducted form the source of supply?

  • 93.17 Is recovered Public Lighting material, for example bulbs, diffusers and control equipment being recycled / disposed of in the correct manner to Authority requirements?

  • 93.18 Are metal Public Lighting columns being tested for contact voltage on the column and is remedial work being undertaken to eliminate contact voltage identified?

94. Materials - Civil

  • Materials - Civil (Tick box if relevant)

  • 94. Are only approved materials / components / fittings being installed in / connected to / maintained on / retrieved from civil / structural infrastructure or structures in a correct and safe manner? (Reference: - Section 9 of WCS61)

  • 94.1 Are correct materials components / fittings being used and installed in accordance with construction standards and manufacturer’s requirements?

  • 94.2 Are all disused materials being recovered and stored in an appropriate manner for transport, disposal or returned to Energy Queensland?

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