DOT OH&S Checklist - Northern Region - duplicate - duplicate

1.1 Pre - Start / project hazard analysis completed and appropriate controls conveyed to employees, contractors and sub contractors sighted.

1.2 Safe Work Method Statements reviewed to compliment item 1.1

1.3 Observed the following contractors / Sub contractors SWMS,s being used as stipulated (List comments in column)

2.1 Induction Training Records for contractors / Sub contractors sighted.

2.2 Construction Induction Records for contractors / Sub contractors sighted (Induction Card)

2.3 Competency training records sighted for contractors / Sub contractors.

2.4 Tool Box Meeting minutes or Pre Start meetings sighted for Shift.

3.1 Site amenities in accordance with Health and Safety Co-ordination Plan (eg: toilets - lunch room - water)

3.2 OH&S policy displayed on site.

3.3 Emergency procedures and emergency contact details for relevant authorities displayed on site.

3.4 Safe Operating Procedures on site.

3.5 Qualified first aiders on site.

3.6 Are people on site following site safety rules.

3.7 First aid kits are available on site, ensure stock list are available and have been checked.

3.8 Permit to work documentation completed (power/gas/Telstra etc).

3.9 Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing used/warn

3.10 Plant speed restrictions / No Go Zones for pedestrians enforced.

3.11 Summary and records of accident / incident reports and investigations maintained on site.

3.12 Corrective actions for accidents / WorkSafe Notices / Safety inspections / Hazard reports implemented and working.

3.13 Plant and Equipment daily safety checks completed.

3.14 Flashing lights / Reversing cameras / proximity warning devices / reversing alarms / communication systems operational.

3.15 Are all items of plant registered or issued with unregistered vehicle permit as per the Road Safety Act (1986)

3.16 Dangerous Goods Register / MSDS,s current.

3.17 Dangerous Goods storage secure and signage displayed.

3.18 Ensure appropriate fire extinguishers / equipment is on site. Check extinguishers for in date tag and are full.

3.19 Is a qualified spotter required due to overhead powerlines?

3.20 Who is the spotter ? Do they have current certificate / card / ticket.

4.1 Is there a approved traffic management plan available on site.

4.2 Is there a valid Memorandum of Authorisation (MOA) on site.

4.3 Has there been any changes to the approved traffic management plan. Are these documented.

4.4 Is there a trained traffic controller on site, do they have current card / certificate / ticket.

4.4B Are all roadworks signs and devices installed according to the traffic management plan?

4.5 Have any contradictory, distracting of superfluous signs or markings been covered up or removed?

4.6 Are signs appropriate for current conditions?

4.7 Is signage suitably placed, especially for vehicles approaching at high speed.

4.8 Are multi message signs being used correctly?

4.9 Are the signs free from damage and defects?

4.10 Are signs securely mounted and stable?

4.11 Are clearances between workers and adjacent traffic being maintain?

4.12 Are the safety barriers the same as depicted in the TMP and are no-go zones observed?

4.13 Has containment fence been installed where required?

4.14 Has possible traffic congestion been consider and steps taken to avoid it?

4.15 Have the effects of the works on public transport been considered.

4.16 Have the needs of other road users been provided for (e.g. pedestrians, cyclists, wheelchairs)?

4.17 Has proper access to side roads and properties been provided?