Life Environmental Form 137 LES Contractor Site Audit V1.1

Asbestos Contractors Site Audit

• Audit Number & Description

Table of Contents

Section 1 - Opening of Audit

Section 1 - Opening of Audit (Continued)

Section 2 - Observed Work Practices and Immediate Site Control: Asbestos Risks

Section 3 - Observed Work Practices and Immediate Site Control: Non-Asbestos Risks

Section 4 - Plan of Work

Section 5 - Measuring and Monitoring

Section 6 - Supporting Documentation

Section 7 - Additional Notes

Section 8 - Close of Audit

• Site Details

• Client Details

• Project Manager

• This audit is a representation of the site visit, at the time of audit, in response to interactions with the Asbestos Removal Contractors Site Representative.
  These are additional checks and do not mitigate the Contractors responsibility for site safety, in line with their in-house procedures and current regulations.
  

Section 1 – Opening of Audit

• Company Name:

• Date & Time of Arrival

  Date

• Audit site address:

• Supervisor Name:

• Auditors Name

• Type of asbestos:

• Approx. extent of works:

• Brief Description of Stage of Work / Work Being Undertaken during the Audit:

Section 1 – Opening of Audit (Continued)

1.1 A valid ASB5 notification form on site for the works being audited

• The site details on the ASB5 are correct

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The audit is within the dates stated on the ASB5

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The ASB5 clearly describes the scope of the works

  Yes

  No

  N/A

1.2 There is sufficient provision to view activities within the working enclosure and make meaningful observations

• Viewing panels and/or CCTV are in place to sufficiently observe work practices and all areas of the enclosure so far as is reasonably practicable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

1.3 Asbestos removal/cleaning is in progress during the audit

• Removal works and associated activities are (or will be) taking place within the enclosure during the audit

  Yes

  NO

Section 2 – Observed Work Practices and Immediate Site Control: Asbestos Risks

2.1 The enclosure is in good condition, properly constructed and maintained to prevent the spread of asbestos

• The integrity of the enclosure has been established and maintained

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Viewing panel sizes meet the minimum requirement

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The selection and provision of warning signs are appropriate to the works

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.2 The airlock meets the requirements in terms of size, construction, cleanliness and necessary features

• The airlock meets the minimum size requirement

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Smaller airlock dimensions are detailed and correctly justified in the Plan of Work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The airlock is free from visible asbestos debris

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is suitable provision for clean RPE

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All airlock openings/flaps are suitable and weighted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An inner stage viewing panel is present and of the correct size

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other observation

2.3 The baglock meets the minimum requirements in terms of construction, cleanliness and necessary features and is of a minimum size or greater to accommodate large items of waste

• A separate baglock has been provided

  Yes

  NO

• The absence of a baglock is correctly justified in the Plan of Work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The baglock meets the minimum size requirement

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The baglock has smaller dimensions, which are detailed and correctly justified in the Plan of Work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The baglock is big enough for the waste size

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The baglock is free from visible asbestos debris

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All baglock openings/flaps are suitable and weighted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An inner stage viewing panel is present and of the correct size

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other observation

2.4 The site is clean and orderly, including clear transit and waste routes of minimal distance and clean and tidy vehicle(s)/equipment storage

• There is suitably maintained and signed transit route of minimal distance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The waste route is free from visible asbestos debris

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The waste route is free from general waste

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The company vehicles and/or equipment store are reasonably tidy and clean, with no contamination issues or concerns

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.5 Controlled asbestos removal has been observed, including the use of suitable dust suppression methods and with waste appropriately bagged

• The dust suppression method in use is suitable for the ACM being removed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The removal procedure observed is suitable for the ACM being removed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste is properly and promptly bagged

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.6 RPE and PPE is suitable for the task and correctly worn

• RPE is suitable for the task(s)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Enclosure overalls are type 5/6

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Transit overalls are type 5/6

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All RPE and PPE is being properly worn

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.7 Air management allows for sufficient air changes and air movement through the enclosure, with airlock flap deviation indicating sufficient airflow through the airlock

• The enclosure design allows for ideal air management

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The air movers installed provide sufficient air changes/airflow

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is sufficient airlock flap deviation to indicate adequate airflow through the airlock

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Additional air inlets are suitably positioned and in use (where applicable)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.8 Plant and equipment is suitable and sufficient for the work, is properly located and being correctly used

• There are a minimum of 2 H-type vacuum cleaners on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The number and capacity of NPUs matches the Plan of Work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Each NPU is either located outside the working enclosure, or sheeted out if inside the enclosure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is a functional non-return flap on each NPU

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extracted air from each NPU is vented outside

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.9 The DCU is fully functional, operational, equipped and suitably positioned

• The DCU arrangement is in the form of a

  Direct connect

  Transit arrangement

• A direct connection is the most suitable option

  Yes

  NO

• The NPU on the DCU is functioning

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lighting and heating are functioning and sufficient

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There are sufficient shower heads for the number of personnel

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The DCU is as clean as is reasonably practicable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste water is filtered and discharged either directly or via containers to a drain

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• External dirty end and internal doors are all self-closing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• DCU doors are marked (including the prohibited entry and mandatory PPE signage) where required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other observation

Section 3 – Observed work practices and immediate site control: Non-Asbestos risks

3.1 For significant non-asbestos risks on site, appropriate controls are being used/in place (excluding substances)

• Work at height

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Live services

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Manual handling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Noise

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hand arm vibration

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Work place transport

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other

  Yes

  No

  N/A

3.2 For significant risks from substances introduced to site (or existing on site), appropriate controls are being used/in place/ available

• Substances have been identified

  Yes

  NO

• COSHH assessments are available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Controls are in place/available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

3.3 Other observations relating to non-asbestos risks

Section 4 – Plan of Work

4.1 The sketch plan clearly shows all the required details

• Location of ACMs

  Yes

  No

• Outline of the enclosure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Adjacent areas

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Airlock location

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Baglock location

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NPU location(s)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Viewing panel/CCTV locations

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• DCU location

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Transit route

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste route

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste skip/waste van

  Yes

  No

  N/A

4.2 The actual site setup matches the sketch plan

• The features shown on the sketch plan have all been implemented in the site setup

  Yes

  No

4.3 The conditions, arrangements, practices and controls observed on site match those stated in the Plan of Work

• The site supervisor is the supervisor named in the Plan of Work (or Standard Procedure)

  Yes

  NO

• The construction of the enclosure(s) and airlock(s) matches that detailed in the Plan of Work (or Standard Procedures)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The dust suppression method observed matches that detailed in the Plan of Work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The removal procedure observed matches that detailed in the Plan of Work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The RPE being used matches that stated in the Plan of Work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The colours of overalls match those stated in the Plan of Work (or Standard Procedures)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

4.4 The arrangements in the Plan of Work clearly convey how management have envisaged the work to be carried out

• The Plan of Work clearly details when the work is to be carried out, including dates, start/finish times and weekend variations

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The Plan of Work details the analytical company providing the 4-stage clearance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The Plan of Work details who the analytical company is contracted to

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The Plan of Work (or Standard Procedures) details the enclosure entry and exit procedures

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The Plan of Work (or Standard Procedures) details the arrangements for smoke testing and witnessing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The Plan of Work details the air monitoring arrangements for the duration of the works

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The arrangements for waste disposal are clearly described in the Plan of Work and evident on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The Plan of Work (or Standard Procedures) details the method and permissions required to amend the Plan of Work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Welfare facilities are detailed in the Plan of Work and are available for use as described

  Yes

  No

  N/A

4.5 Where amendments to the Plan of Work have been required, these have been authorised by the appropriate level of management

• Required amendments to the Plan of Work/ sketch plan have been made

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Required amendments have been correctly authorised where necessary

  Yes

  No

  N/A

4.6 The scope of works is adequately described in the Plan of Work and it matches the details recorded on the ASB5

• The details in the Plan of Work are accurately reflected in the information provided on the ASB5

  Yes

  No

  N/A

4.7 Other observations relating to the Plan of Work

Section 5 – Measuring and Monitoring

5.1 All components of full face RPE are uniquely identifiable and inspection records are available for inspection and are up to date

• All components of full face RPE are uniquely identifiable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• RPE inspection records are available on site and are up to date

  Yes

  No

  N/A

5.2 Daily site and plant inspection records are available for inspection and are up to date

• Enclosure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Airlock

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Baglock

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NPU(s)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NPU pressure gauge readings

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NPU anemometer readings

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Vacuum cleaners

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• DCU

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• DCU pressure gauge readings for NPU

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Blasting equipment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Scaffolding/mobile towers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• MEWPs

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other

  Yes

  No

  N/A

5.3 A smoke test record for the enclosure has been completed and the witness details match those stated in the Plan of Work

• A smoke test record has been completed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The smoke test was witnessed by the person/ organisation detailed in the Plan of Work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

5.4 Air monitoring and personal sampling has been carried out in an appropriate time, with a clear indication of the tasks being undertaken during monitoring

• Background/leak tests and/or personal monitoring have been planned for this job according to the Plan of Work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• It would be reasonable to expect the air monitoring programmed to have commenced by the point of the audit

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Air monitoring has been undertaken as proposed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Personal air monitoring records provide a clear indication of the tasks being undertaken during monitoring

  Yes

  No

  N/A

5.5 There is evidence of management involvement to monitor progress and standards on site, through management visit, internal audit or inspection

• There is evidence of management involvement on site since the commencement of works, e.g., site visit as scheduled in the Plan of Work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Management involvement was scheduled to have taken place, but there is no evidence of such involvement

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• It would be unreasonable to expect management involvement up to the point of audit, e.g., early stage of contract or future visit scheduled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Remedial action has been taken as a result of the management involvement

  Yes

  No

  N/A

5.6 Other observations relating to the measuring and monitoring

Section 6 – Supporting Documentation

6.1 The copy of Standard Procedures on site is current and matches the version referred to in the Plan of Work

• Standard Procedures are on site and appear current

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The Plan of Work references the Standard Procedures

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The version number of the Standard Procedures matches the reference in the Plan of Work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

6.2 A copy of the current HSE licence and evidence of current employer’s and public liability insurance are on site

• A copy of the current HSE licence is available on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Evidence of current employer’s liability insurance is on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Evidence of current public liability insurance is on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

6.3 Current certificates of thorough test and inspection are available for all plant on site

• NPU(s) on enclosure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Vacuum cleaners

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• NPU in DCU

  Yes

  No

  N/A

6.4 Medical, training/ competency and face fit certification for 2 selected employees is relevant, in date and authenticated where necessary

• Name of employee 1

• Employee in the enclosure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Current medical certificate is on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Evidence of competence (competence certificate less than 12 months old or current training certificate or evidence of TNA) is on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Face fit test certificate is available for the RPE in use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Employee is clean shaven

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Name of employee 2

• Employee in the enclosure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Current medical certificate is on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Evidence of competence (competence certificate less than 12 months old or current training certificate or evidence of TNA) is on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Face fit test certificate is available for the RPE in use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Employee is clean shaven

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• For certificates where the name of the company being audited has not been recorded on the certificate by the provider; has each copy been authenticated by, or under the direction of senior management, with a statement confirming their validity

  Yes

  No

  N/A

6.5 There is a clearance test certificate for the DCU from the previous job

• A clearance test certificate is available for the DCU

  Yes

  No

  N/A

6.6 Other observations relating to supporting documentation

Section 7

Additional Notes

Additional Photos

• Add media

  Media

Section 8 – Close of Audit

• PLEASE ENSURE THAT A CORRECTIVE ACTION REPORT IS ISSUED FOR ALL ITEMS NOT RESOLVED AT THE TIME OF AUDIT AND THAT DATES ARE SET FOR THE CLOSEOUT OF THESE ITEMS

• Supervisors name:

  Sign

• Form completed electronically on site and emailed to Contract Manager and Site Supervisor

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Auditors name:

  Sign

• Auditors departure time:

  Date