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  • Site Conducted:

  • Conducted On:

  • Prepared By:

  • Location:
  • Job Ref:

  • Gang Name:

  • Gangers Name:

Prerequisite

  • If the answer to any of the prerequisite questions is 'No' the n the gang must be stood down immediately until the issue(s) are rectified.

  • Has the gang completed their Risk Assessment?

  • Has the Gang logged into their work platform? i.e. Depotnet, & viewed the relevant drawings, taken pictures of the site etc.

  • Are the operatives trained & competent and do they have copies of their training records with them?

  • Do the Gang have all the necessary equipment and PPE to let them carry out their work safely?

  • Do the gang have access to a fully calibrated GDU?

  • Are welfare facilities located within a suitable distance from the site?

Vehicle Checks

  • If any defects are noted or any items identified as missing, please report them immediately to the Yard/Transport Manager!

  • Is the vehicle clean and tidy?

  • Has the driver completed a recorded pre-use inspection?

  • Does the vehicle have a trailer?

  • Is there a number plate for trailers?

  • Is there a good condition breakaway cable on the trailer and is it being used?

  • If the Excavator is on the trailer are there 3 good condition straps used to secure it?

  • Does the van have suitable warning devices and signage? ( i.e. Flashing Amber Beacons, Rear Chevrons, Highway Maintenance, COSHH Symbols etc.)

  • Is there a fully pressurised fire extinguisher in the vehicle?

  • Is PPE stored correctly?

  • Is there an adequate First Aid Kit & Eye Wash Kit available?

Site Safety

  • Are advance warning signs (Men at Work) in place on all approaches?

  • Are 'Road Narrow's' signs in place and correctly positioned for the work taking place?

  • Are 'Footpath Closed' & 'Footpath Closed Ahead' signs in place and correctly positioned?

  • Are all barriers in good condition, of the same spec and are they all clipped together?

  • Have barriers been used to prevent access for residents accessing site from their properties?

  • Are there sufficient courtesy boards displayed?

  • Are there sufficient sandbags on all barriers and signage?

  • Are Traffic Cones used sufficiently on the site?

  • Are Blue Arrow Signs in place and positioned correctly?

  • If the work involves a road crossing, have plates or boards been secured in position to make the area safe?

  • If Traffic Management is in place, is it fit for purpose?

  • Is there any immediate risk to public safety? (Has the site been set up as per chapter 8)

  • Is housekeeping on-site to an acceptable standard?

  • Are all materials and equipment stored safely on-site or within a secure compound?

  • If applicable, have Drain & Gully covers been used to protect against blockages?

  • Have all excavation works taken place as per the NJUG Tree Protection Zone?

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