Title Page

  • Project Name

  • Project Address
  • Project Number

  • Inspection By

  • Project Start Date

  • Project Completion

  • Inspection Date

  • Director

  • Contracts Manager

  • Site Manager

Category Explanation

Report Distribution

Safety Critical - Category 1

  • The possibility of exposure to a risk of death, serious injury, significant or imminent danger or a serious health condition. Examples could include the following;
    * Falls from height due to incomplete, poorly installed/maintained scaffolding or poorly protected excavations
    * Hit or struck by falling materials or equipment due to incomplete, poorly installed/maintained edge protection
    * Hit or crushed by collapsing excavation due to incomplete, poorly installed/maintained support works
    * Hit or crushed by moving plant or machinery due to poorly established or managed traffic management arrangements

Non Compliant - Category 2

  • The possible omission of relevant documentation, lack of appropriate control systems or lack of appropriate competences. Examples could include the following;
    * No Risk Assessment for works in progress
    * No CITB SMSTS Certificated Site Manager on site
    * No First Aider on site
    * Health & Safety Law Poster not displayed

Improvements Required

  • Minimum legal standards achieved but minor changes are required to meet FOUK or client expectations. Examples could include the following;
    * Not wearing the fully mandatory 5 point PPE (i.e. gloves and glasses)
    * Scafftags displayed on scaffolding and fully completed but no evidence of Working at Height Inspection Register on file
    * Scaffolding without trap doors or gates to ladder access points
    * DABS & NADS Board not completed on a daily basis

Compliant Standard

  • Satisfactory legal, FOUK and client expectations have been achieved. Examples could include the following;
    * DABS & NABS Board completed on a daily basis along with Daily briefing Records up to date
    * Top 3 Priority Posters displayed on site
    * Statutory PPE in use along with mandatory gloves and glasses
    * Site specific RAMS for work activities on site; reviewed and accepted by the site management; briefing Register completed by all involved; and works being completed in accordance with the RAMS

Best Practice

  • Exemplary standards have been achieved superceeding those required by law, FOUK or the client. Examples could include the following;
    * CSCS Card Reader in use (and evidence of suspect cards being checked on-line)
    * Pop-Up operators with full IPAF Certification along with PAV Certifications
    * Top 3 Priority Pocket Cards issued to all site personnel along with Toolbox Talks completed by contractors on Top 3 Priorities
    * Plant ID Tags displayed and completed correctly (including all records on file and correct)
    * Daily recorded Plant Inspections available on site (i.e. IPAF Daily Inspection Sheets in use)
    * Podium users who hold both standard PASMA Tower Certification and PAMSA Low Level Platform Training
    * Nearest Defibrillator Kit identified on First Aid Posters

Section 1.0 - Site Security & Site Access

  • 1.1 Are adequate signs warning the public clearly displayed?

  • 1.2 Are adequate directional signs illustrating access to the site clearly displayed?

  • 1.3 Are site hoardings suitable and secure?

  • 1.4 Is there suitably seperated access and egress for pedestrians and vehicles?

  • 1.5 Are you challenged upon entry to site?

  • 1.6 Is the donseed system in use?

  • 1.7 Is the signing in book being used?

Section 2.0 - Site Induction and Toolbox Talk Training

  • 2.1 Is there evidence that site operatives have received an induction?

  • Please record relevant details (company name, operative name, date inducted & competency records collated at the last induction

  • 2.2 Is there evidence that visitors have received an induction?

  • 2.3 Are records of the site induction training available?

  • Please record relevant details (company name, operative name, date inducted and competency records collaetd of last induction

  • 2.4 Are copies of CSCS/CPCS or equivalent competency certificates being collated at the site induction? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 2.5 Is the CSCS card reader being used?

  • 2.6 Are toolbox talks being conducted?

  • Please record topics covered by which contractor, date completed, numbers attending TBT and date of next planned TBT.

  • Please record reasons why!

  • 2.7 Are operatives able to provide their induction passport upon request? Please check at least 1 operative on site

Section 3.0 - CDM Documentation (CPH&S Plan)

  • 3.1 Is the CPH&S Plan available on site?

  • 3.2 Is the CPH&S Plan signed?

  • 3.3 Is the CPH&S Plan dated?

  • 3.4 Is the CPH&S Plan current and up to date?

  • Please record the current date, revision number, revised by "name", and next revision due date.

Section 4.0 - Welfare Arrangements

  • 4.1 Is there means of making a hot drink? Minimum of a kettle available

  • 4.2 Is there means of making a hot meal? Minimum of a microwave available

  • 4.3 Is there fresh drinking water on site? Drinking water should be signed

  • 4.4 Is there warm and cold running water? This should be available in the canteen and WC's

  • 4.5 Are there adequate WC facilities on site?

  • 4.6 Are there separate WC facilities for both sexes?

  • 4.7 Are the handwash basins big enough to fit your forearms in?

  • 4.8 Is there a suitable "3 point hand care" station?

  • 4.9 Are there adequate seating arrangements for the number of operatives currently on site?

  • 4.10 Are there adequate drying/ changing room arrangements?

  • 4.11 Are the facilities suitably heated and lit?

  • 4.12 Are facilities suitably clean, tidy and hygenic?

  • 4.13 Are the facilities non-smoking?

Section 5.0 - Site Notices and Posters

  • 5.1 Is the HSE Health & Safety law poster displayed in a prominent position?

  • 5.2 Are all the boxes on the H&S law poster completed?

  • 5.3 Is the Employers liability insurance certificate displayed in a prominent place?

  • 5.4 Is the Employers liability insurance certificate in date?

  • Please record the expiry date.

  • 5.5 Is the F10 Revision Notice displayed in a prominent position?

  • 5.6 Is the F10 Revision Notice signed and dated?

  • Please record the duty holder who signed the notice and the date signed

  • 5.7 Are the site rules displayed in a prominent position?

  • 5.8 Are the "Daily Activity Briefing" (DAB's) and "Nightly Activity Briefing" (NAB's) notice boards displayed in a prominent place?

  • 5.9 Are the DAB's & NAB's notice boards displaying todays date?

  • 5.10 Is the Fire and Emergency plan displayed in a prominent position?

  • 5.11 Is the Fire and Emergency plan current and up to date?

  • Please record the date, revision number, name, revisions made and next revision due date.

  • 5.12 Is the Traffic Management Plan displayed in a prominent position?

  • 5.13 Is the traffic Management Plan current and up to date?

  • Please record the date, revision number, name, revisions made and next due revision date.

  • 5.14 Are the current HSE campaign & inititive posters displayed?

  • 5.15 Are suitable Occupational Health Posters displayed?

  • 5.16 Is the CSCS Certificate of Commitment displayed?

  • 5.17 SAINSBURYS ONLY Are the Sainsbury's "Top 3" priority posters displayed?

  • 5.18 SAINSBURYS ONLY Is there evidence that operatives have been issued their "Top 3" pocket cards? At least 1 operative to be checked

  • 5.19 TESCO ONLY Are the Tesco "Golden Rules" posters displayed in a prominent place?

  • 5.20 TESCO ONLY Is there evidence that operatives have passed the "Tesco" H&S test? At least 1 operative is to be checked

  • 5.21 COOP ONLY Is the "Yellow" H&S desk on site and in a prominent position?

Section 6.0 - Fire & Emergency

  • 6.1 Has the site specific Fire Risk Assessment been completed?

  • 6.2 Are site operatives and visitors aware of the fire and emergency plan?

  • 6.3 Is the Fire Arrangements Inspection Register established and up to date?

  • Please record date of last inspection.

  • 6.4 Is there a means of raising the alarm?

  • Please record the method of raising the alarm.

  • 6.5 Can the alarm be heard from all areas of the site?

  • 6.6 Has a suitable Fire Assembly Point been established?

  • Please record the location of the assembly point.

  • 6.7 Is the Assembly point clearly identified with a suitable assembly point sign?

  • 6.8 Is there suitable emergency signage displayed to all designated escape routes?

  • 6.9 Are all designated escape routes clear of waste, materials or obstructions?

  • 6.10 Is adequate illumination available to designated escape routes?

  • 6.11 Are sufficent fire points provided?

  • 6.12 Are the fire extinguishers provided suitable for the likely class of fire risk?

  • 6.13 Are the fire extinguishers in date, with the necessary anti tamper clips and safety pins?

  • Please record the date of the last inspection

  • Next test date

  • 6.14 Are the fire points displaying all the correct signage?

  • 6.15 Is there a competent and trained Fire Coordinator?

  • Please record the names and dates of the certficates including expiry dates

  • 6.16 Are there competent and trained Fire Marshalls?

  • Please record the names and dates of the certficates including expiry dates

  • 6.17 Are there competent and trained Fire Extinguisher users?

  • Please record the names and dates of the certficates including expiry dates

  • 6.18 Are combustible materials stored to reduce fire risks?

  • 6.19 Are flammable materials stored to reduce fire risks?

  • 6.20 Where applicable - Is there a means of detecting a fire?

  • Please record the method of detecting the fire.

  • 6.21 Is there a Hot Works procedure established?

Section 7.0 - First Aid / Accident & Incident Reporting

  • 7.1 Is there adequate First Aid cover for the site?

  • Please record the number of trained First Aid at Work & Emergency First Aiders on site

  • 7.2 Are the First Aiders clearly identified?

  • Please record how they are identified.

  • 7.3 Are there First Aid Posters displayed on site?

  • 7.4 Are the local A & E details clearly displayed on site?

  • 7.5 Is there adequate first aid equipment on site?

  • Please record what is available, for how many people is the equipment for and the date of expiry.

  • 7.6 Is there a suitable accident book available for recording accidents?

  • 7.7 Are accidents (no matter how minor) being recorded in the accident book?

  • Please record how many accidents to date and if there are any trends.

  • 7.8 Are near misses being recorded?

  • Please record how many near misses to date and note if there are any trends

  • 7.9 Have there been any RIDDOR accidents or incidents to date?

  • Please record the type of RIDDOR accidents/incidents.

  • 7.10 Are accidents/incidents being investigated to a suitable level with suitable remedial action/implemented?

  • Please record the basic factors and remedial actions

  • 7.11 Have all parties been notified of the accidents/incidents (HSE, Client; CDM A; or PD)?

  • Please record duty holder notified and the date of notification

Section 8.0 - Risk Assessments & Method Statements

  • 8.1 Are FOUK RAM's site specific? Please check against at least 1 set of current RAM's

  • 8.2 Are FOUK RAM's reviewed and accepted? Please check against at least 1 set of current RAM's

  • 8.3 Are FOUK RAM Briefing Registers signed and dated? Please check against at least 1 set of current RAM's

  • 8.4 Are contractors RAM's site specific? Please check against at least 1 set of current RAM's.

  • 8.5 Are contractors RAM's reviewed and accepted? Please check against at least 1 set of current RAM's.

  • 8.6 Are contractors RAM Briefing Registers signed and dated? Please check against at least 1 set of current RAM's

  • 8.7 Are site operations conducted in line with RAM's? Please check against at least 1 set of current RAM's.

Section 9.0 - COSHH Assessments & Hazadous Materials/Substances

  • 9.1 Are suitable and sufficient COSHH assessments provided for the hazadous materials in use on site? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 9.2 Are site operatives aware of the COSHH assessment findings? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 9.3 Are site operations conducted in line with COSHH assessments? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 9.4 Are COSHH materials being stored correctly?

  • 9.5 Are COSHH materials being disposed of correctly?

  • 9.6 Are suitable spillage kits available on site?

  • 9.7 Are site operatives using suitable and sufficient suppression or extraction methods where dust generation is expected?

  • 9.8 Are site operatives using the correct PPE for the hazadous materials?

Section 10.0 - Noise and Vibration

  • 10.1 Are suitable and sufficient Noise Assessments provided for the noisy activities in progress on site? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 10.2 Are site operatives aware of the Noise Assessment findings? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 10.3 Are Noise Exclusion Zones established for the noisy activities? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 10.4 Are site operations conducted in line with the Noise Assessment? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 10.5 Are site operatives using the correct PPE for the noise exposure?

  • 10.6 Are suitable and sufficient Vibration Assessments provided for the site activities in progress that have vibration exposure? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 10.7 Are site operatives aware of the Vibration Assessment findings? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 10.8 Are site operations conducted in line with the Vibration Assessment? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 10.9 Has vibration exposure been monitored and recorded? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 10.10 Are site operatives using the correct PPE for the vibration exposure?

Section 11.0 - Manual Handling

  • 11.1 Are suitable and sufficient Manual Handling Assessments provided for site activities involving excessive manual handling? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's.

  • 11.2 Are site operatives aware of the Manual Handling Assessment findings? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 11.3 Are site operations conducted in line with the Manual Handling Assessment? Please check against at least 1 set of RAM's

  • 11.4 Are site operatives using the correct PPE for the manual handling activities in progress?

Section 12.0 - Asbestos

  • 12.1 Has a Refurbishment/ Demolition Survey been completed for the premises?

  • 12.2 Is the Refurbishement/ Demolition Survey available on site?

  • Record the details of the survey (date, report reference & survey company)

  • 12.3 Is there an Asbestos Register on site to support the Refurb/Demo survey?

  • Record the details of the asbestos register

  • 12.4 Where Licensed Asbestos Removal is required, has the Notification of Licensed Asbestos Work (HSE ASB5) been submitted to the HSE?

  • 12.5 Where Notifiable Non - Licensed Asbestos Removal is required, has the Notification of Non - Licensed Asbestos Work (HSE ASB NNLW1) been submitted to the HSE?

  • 12.6 Are Certificates of Reoccupation on file where asbestos has been removed?

  • Record the details of the certificate

  • 12.7 Are Waste Consignment Notes on file where asbestos has been removed and disposed of?

  • Record the details of the Consignment Note

  • 12.8 Does the CPH&S Plan address all such asbestos issues adequately?

  • 12.9 Have the asbestos issues been addressed adequately by the site induction training?

  • 12.10 Is there an Accidental Find Procedure on site?

  • 12.11 Are site operatives aware of the accidental find procedure?

Section 13.0 - Training

  • 13.1 Are copies of Site Supervisors/ Managers SSSTS/SMSTS competency certificates being collated? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 13.2 Are copies of PASMA training or equivalent competency certificates being collated? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 13.3 Are copies of IPAF training or equivalent competency certificates being collated? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 13.4 Are copies of PAV training being collated for pop ups (if appropriate IPAF held, then not required)? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 13.5 Are copies of Scaffolders training or equivalent competency certificates being collated? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 13.6 Are copies of Banksmen training or equivalent competency certificates being collated? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 13.7 Are copies of CAT/Gennie training or equivalent competency certificates being collated? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 13.8 Are copies of Harness training or equivalent competency certificates being collated? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 13.9 Are copies of Cartridge/Nail Gun training or equivalent competency certificates being collated? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 13.10 Are copies of Abrasive Wheel training or equivalent competency certificates being collated? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 13.11 Are copies of Slinger/Signaller training or equivalent competency certificates being collated? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 13.12 Are copies of Crane Appointed Person training or equivalent competency certificates being collated? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 13.13 Is there suitable evidence of adequate Asbestos Awareness Training for site operatives? Annual Asbestos Awareness is the minimum requirement for those who may come across asbestos by chance

  • 13.14 Is there evidence that face fit testing has been completed?

Section 14.0 - Site Monitoring & Inspection Registers

  • 14.1 Is there evidence of regular site monitoring by the Principal Contractors team?

  • Please record the date & type of monitoring (ie Daily Inspection, Hoarding Inspection etc)

  • 14.2 Is there evidence of regular site monitoring by the Sub/Direct Contractor teams?

  • Please record the date & type of monitoring (ie PUWER, LOLER, Excavation, Work at Height etc inspection registers)

  • 14.3 Is there evidence of regular site monitoring by the Principal Contractors Senior Management or H&S team?

  • Please record the date & type of the last monitoring

  • 14.4 Is there satisfactory evidence of monitoring reports being closed out with suitable remedial action?

  • 14.5 Are statutory inspections being carried out?

  • Please record the date and type of inspections being carried out (ie PUWER, LOLER, Excavation, Working at Height, Abrasive Wheel, Fire Arrangements etc inspection registers)

  • 14.6 Are the inspection registers a true reflection of on-site conditions?

  • Please record why.

Section 15.0 - Good Order/Housekeeping

  • 15.1 Is the housekeeping throughout the site in good order?

  • If not state where and why.

  • 15.2 Is the site free from slips, trips and fall hazards?

  • If not state where and why.

  • 15.3 Are cables managed to a suitable standard?

  • If not state where and why.

  • 15.4 Are skyhooks available for suspending cables overhead?

  • 15.5 Are cable covers available for protecting cables that run across doorways?

  • 15.6 Are there designated storage areas?

  • 15.7 Are the designated storage areas maintained in a neat, tidy and effective manner?

  • 15.8 Where materials are stacked, are they stacked securely? Palletised materials should be no more than 2 packs high.

  • 15.9 Is waste being disposed of correctly?

  • 15.10 Are the site waste skips secured? Skips should be in a secure area, away from the building and ideally covered over.

  • 15.11 Is there satisfactory evidence of regular monitoring/ inspections of good order and housekeeping?

Section 16.0 - Personal Protective Equipment

  • 16.1 Are all operatives wearing the designated minimum PPE as identified by the site induction training and the site rules? Please check against the site specific induction training and site rules.

  • 16.2 Are there suitable procedures for recording the issue of PPE? A site register should be on file for the recording of issued PPE.

  • 16.3 Is the PPE in use appropriate for the hazards and risks present? Selection of PPE should be based on the risk assessment.

  • 16.4 Is there adequate evidence of information, instruction and training in PPE use? Instructions should be provided by the supplier of the PPE (often on or in the packaging).

  • 16.5 Where operatives are exempt from certain PPE, are there suitable and sufficient risk assessments to satisfy this issue? Sikhs may be exempt from hard hats if they where turbans. This must be backed up with a risk assessment

  • 16.6 Is the correct corporate identity displayed on the PPE used?

Section 17.0 - Permits to Work

  • 17.1 Are permits to work established for hot works? Please record the current or last permit established.

  • 17.2 Are permits to work established for step ladder works? Please record the current or last permit established.

  • 17.3 Are permits to work established for excavation works? Please record the current or last permit established.

  • 17.4 Are permits to work established for demolition works? Please record the current or last permit established.

  • 17.5 Are permits to work established for working close to fragile surfaces? Please record the current or last permit established.

  • 17.6 Are permits to work established for confined space works? Please record the current or last permit established.

  • 17.7 Are permits to work established for complex lifting works? Please record the current or last permit established.

  • 17.8 Are permits to work established for electrical works? Please record the current or last permit established.

  • 17.9 Are permits to work correctly established prior to allowing the commencement of works that is under the permit control?

  • 17.10 Are permits to work being correctly closed out once the works are completed?

Section 18.0 - Working at Height

  • 18.1 Is there suitable evidence of site specific planning for ALL work at height? Site spefic RAM's MUST be in evidence. These MUST be very carefully reviewed, approved and monitored.

  • 18.2 Is there adequate fall prevention to leading edges? All leading edges should have as a minimum - 2 guard rails (950mm minimum top rail & 470mm maximum gaps) with a suitable upstand.

  • 18.3 Is there suitable fall protection for operatives? Crash decks, netting, inflatable air bags etc.

  • 18.4 Where relevant, are Thorough Examination Certificates, Hand-Over Certificates, Inspection Registers etc in evidence and up to date for the fall protection and or fall prevention arrangements?

  • 18.5 If ladders or step ladders are in use, are they the correct equipment for the activity? Ladders should be the last choice - Podiums, mobile towers, pop-ups etc should be used where reasonably practicable.

  • 18.6 If ladders or step ladders are in use are there "Permits to Work" authorising their use, with FOUK ladder ID tags in operation? Ladders should be the last choice - Podiums, mobile towers, pop-ups etc should be used where reasonably practicable.

  • 18.7 Where ladders or step ladders are in use is there adequate evidence or regular inspections? Inspection tags should be displayed along with the inspection records in the office.

  • 18.8 Where podiums are in use is there adequate evidence of regular inspections? Inspection tags should be displayed along with the inspection records in the office.

  • 18.9 Where podiums are in use is there adequate evidence of training and competence for users?

  • 18.10 Where mobile towers are in use is there adequate evidence or regular inspections? Inspection tags should be displayed along with the inspection records in the office.

  • 18.11 Where MEWP's are in use is there suitable segregation barriers and warning signage? MEWP work should be segregated by barriers with warning signage displayed.

  • 18.12 Are all scaffolds erected in accordance with TG20:13? All scaffolds should comply with TG20:13 , if not then a suitable design drawing should be provided. A tie pattern drawing should always be requested.

  • 18.13 If the scaffold is not in accordance with TG20:13, has a suitable design drawing with tie pattern been supplied?

  • 18.14 Are all scaffolders erecting scaffold in accordance with SG4:10? Scaffolders must comply with SG4:10 when erecting scaffold (ie working from a safe zone or securely clipped onto a suitable anchor point.

  • 18.15 Are "Scaffold Incomplete, Do Not Use" signs displayed on scaffold being erected or altered? Signs must be displayed at ALL access points.

  • 18.16 Is staircase access used in preference to ladders for scaffolding? Staircase must always be used where space allows.

  • 18.17 Where staircase access is provided, is there suitable evidence of up to date inspections? Scafftags displayed with Inspection Register completed

  • 18.18 Are suitable Hand-Over Certificates on file for all scaffolds? All scaffold erection MUST have a hand-over certificate provided prior to inspection.

  • 18.19 Are the Inspection Registers up to date for all scaffolds? Inspections MUST be completed before first use; after any alterations and after anything that may have affected the strength, stability or integrity of the structure.

  • 18.20 Are suitable inspection tags in evidence for scaffolding (Scafftags) and are they up to date? Inspection tags should be clearly displayed and MUST be up to date.

  • 18.21 Where external ladder access is used to scaffolding, are ladder gates in use? Gates MUST be used where external ladder access is provided

  • 18.22 Where internal ladder access is used to scaffolding, are trap doors in use? Trap doors should always be used where internal ladder access is used.

  • 18.23 Are materials being stored safely on the scaffold? Brick guards in place, not overloaded, not blocking access routes etc.

  • 18.24 Where roof work is in progress are ALL fragile areas suitably protected? Barriers, warning signs and netting below are standard arrangements.

  • 18.25 Where roof work involves fragile materials are Permits to Work in place? Roof work with fragile elements, should have a permit to allow ONLY authorised persons in the work area.

  • 18.26 Are suitable and sufficient Rescue Plans established? MEWP users, scaffolders, mobile tower users should have documented rescue plans - Please record details.

  • 18.27 Is it apparent that ALL working at Height is being carried out in a safe manner?

Section 19.0 - Demolition

  • 19.1 Has a suitable Demolition Survey been completed for the demolition works?

  • 19.2 Is the Demolition Plan available on site?

  • 19.3 Is the Demolition Plan signed?

  • 19.4 Is the Demolition Plan dated?

  • 19.5 Is the Demolition Plan current and up to date?

  • 19.6 Is written confirmation of all utility disconnections on file?

  • 19.7 Are suitable 'Safe Zones' established for the demolition works?

  • 19.8 Are demolition work RAM's site specific? Please check against the current RAM's

  • 19.9 Are demolition work RAM's reviewed and accepted? Please check against the current RAM's

  • 19.10 Are demolition work RAM Briefing Registers signed and dated? Please check against the current RAM's

  • 19.11 Are demolition operations conducted in line with RAM's? Please check against the current RAM's

  • 19.12 Is dust from demolition work being adequately suppressed?

  • 19.13 Is a copy of the waste carriers license available on site?

  • 19.14 Are waste transfer notes on file where demolition waste has been removed and disposed of?

  • 19.15 Is the demolition contractor NFDC affiliated?

Section 20.0 - PUWER (Portable Plant & Machinery)

  • 20.1 Is there evidence that plant and equipment are displaying a completed FOUK ID Tag?

  • 20.2 Is there sufficient evidence of plant/ machine operators training and competence (CPCS cards/certificates)? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 20.3 Are Plant/Machine Inspection Registers available? Please record the inspection registers established.

  • 20.4 Are Plant/Machine Inspection Registers up to date? Please record the inspection registers established.

  • 20.5 Are Plant/Machine Inspection Registers a true reflection of plant/machinery currently in use on site?

  • 20.6 Is plant and machinery being used in a safe manner?

  • 20.7 Are service records available for plant/machinery in use on site?

  • 20.8 Is plant and machinery being serviced in accordance with manafacturers recommendations?

  • 20.9 Does the Traffic Management Plan segregate pedestrians and vehicles adequately?

  • 20.10 Are one way routes with turning circles incorporated to reduce reversing vehicles?

  • 20.11 Are Banksmen controlling reversing vehicles where this is unavoidable?

Section 21.0 - LOLER (Lifting Operations & Equipment)

  • 21.1 Is there evidence that plant and equipment are displaying a completed FOUK ID Tag?

  • 21.2 Is there sufficient evidence of Lifting Plant/ Equipment operators training and competence (CPCS cards/certs)? Please check against at least 1 contractor currently working on site.

  • 21.3 Are Lifting Plant/ Equipment Inspection Registers available?

  • Please record the inspection registers established.

  • 21.4 Are Lifting Plant/ equipment Inspection Registers up to date?

  • Please record the inspection registers established.

  • 21.5 Are Lifting Plant/ Equipment Inspection Registers a true reflection of plant/machinery currently in use on site?

  • 21.6 Is all Lifting Plant/ Equipment suitably marked with SWL details?

  • 21.7 Are thorough examination certificates on file for all lifting plant and equipment in use on site?

  • 21.8 Is lifting plant and equipment being used in a safe manner?

  • 21.9 Is there a site specific lifting plan for lifting activities in progress? Mobile cranes, tandem lifts. People lifts are complex and should have a standalone plan. Other lifting operations should have the lift planned with in the methodology.

  • 21.10 Is there a named/ nominated Appointed Person?

  • Please record name and qualifications.

  • 21.11 Is there a named/ nominated Lift Coordinator/ Supervisor?

  • Please record name and qualifications.

  • 21.12 Is there a named/ nominated Slinger/ Signaller?

  • Please record name and qualifications.

  • 21.13 Are lifting zones suitably segregated with barriers and warning signage?

  • Please record details used.

  • 21.14 Are loads correctly slung?

  • 21.15 Are suitable and sufficient Rescue Plans established? Tower crane drivers and MEWP operators should have documented rescue plans, please record these.

Section 22.0 - Steel Erection

  • 22.1 Are the Steel Erectors RAM's site specific? Please check against the current RAM's. The method statement MUST have a specific detailed sequence of works (including the full erection sequencing & arrangements for dealing with steel that becomes caught/ bound/ wedged etc).

  • 22.2 Are the Steel Erectors RAM's reviewed and accepted? Please check against the current RAM's.

  • 22.3 Are the Steel Erectors RAM Briefing Registers signed and dated? Please check against the current RAM's.

  • 22.4 Are the steel erection operations conducted in line with the RAM's? Please check against the current RAM's.

  • 22.5 Is there a suitable and specific lifting plan for the steel erection operations in progress? Mobile cranes, tandem lifts. People lifts are complex and should have a standalone plan. Other lifting operations should have the lift planned with in the methodology.

  • 22.6 Does the Lifting Plan identify by name the Appointed Person, Lift Coordinator/ Supervisor and Slinger/ Supervisor?

  • Please record names and qualifications

  • 22.7 Are all "Thorough Examination" Certificates collated for all lifting plant and equipment in use?

  • Please record names and qualifications.

  • 22.8 Are lifting plant/ equipment inspection registers up to date?

  • 22.9 Are lifting plant/ equipment inspection registers a true reflection of plant/ machinery currently in use on site?

  • 22.10 Are steel erection lifting zones suitably segregated with barriers and warning signage?

  • Please record details used.

Section 23.0 - Excavations/Caissons/Cofferdams

  • 23.1 Is all Excavation Plant/ Equipment used for lifting suitably marked with SWL details?

  • 23.2 Are thorough examination certificates on file for all excavation plant used for lifting?

  • 23.3 Is excavation plant and equipment being used in a safe manner?

  • 23.4 Is there a site specific lifting plan for lifting activities in progress? Lifting concrete skips etc.

  • 23.5 Are permits to Break Ground/ Dig etc suitably established for all excavation operations in progress? Please check that the permit is correctly established and not just filled in.

  • 23.6 Are excavation/ digging works in accordance with HSG47 (Safe digging practises)?

  • 23.7 Are excavations suitably supported?

  • Are they suitably battered or stepped back.

  • 23.8 Are leading edges to excavations suitably protected from falls? Edges should have suitable edge protection. If bunting type fencing this should be 2m back form the edge with warning signage.

  • 23.9 Is there safe and secure access and egress in and out of the excavation? i.e. A suitably secured ladder

  • 23.10 Are all reinforcement bar ends suitably protected? Plastic mushroom protection caps MUST be used

  • 23.11 Is there satisfactory evidence of inspections taking place at the start of every shift? This must be completed by a suitably competent person.

Section 24.0 - Temporary Works

  • 24.1 Is a Temporary Works Register established for temporary works on site? Hoardings, support propping, excavation support systems etc should be registered.

  • 24.2 Has a suitably trained and competent Temporary Works Coordinator been appointed?

  • 24.3 Has a suitably trained and competent Temporary Works Supervisor been appointed?

  • 24.4 Is the Temporary Works Inspection Register up to date?

  • 24.5 Is there suitable evidence of Permits to Work, for the Temporary Works? i.e. Permit to Pour/ to Strike temporary works.

  • 24.6 Have the Temporary Works Designs been signed off accordingly? A structural engineer should sign off the temporary works design.

Section 25.0 - Hand & Power Tools

  • 25.1 Are hand tools being used in a safe manner?

  • 25.2 Are hand tools adequately maintained in a good working order?

  • 25.3 Is sufficient evidence of power tool operators training and competency certificates available? i.e. Paslode/ Hilti gun training certificates, abrassive wheel training certificates etc

  • 25.4 Are power tools being used in a safe manner?

  • 25.5 Are power tools adequately maintained in a good working order?

  • 25.6 Are Power Tool Inspection Registers established?

  • 25.7 Are all necessary test certifications/ callibrations in evidence and correctly dated? i.e. PAT for electrical power tools, callibration for CAT scanner etc

  • 25.8 Where petrol/diesel/gas driven power tools are used, is the fuel stored in a correct and safe manner?

  • 25.9 Is adequate ventillation available for petrol or gas driven power tools? Special attention MUST be given for such equipment being used in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas.

  • 25.10 Are adequate precautions regarding the risks posed from Respirable Crystaline Silica (RCS), MDF and hardwood dust suitably established? Dust suppression or extraction MUST be used for all stone, concrete, MDF, Hardwood etc

  • 25.11 Are operatives using the correct PPE for the type of hand or power tools being used?

Section 26.0 - Electricity

  • 26.1 Is the temporary electrical test certification available on site?

  • Please record test date of certificate and next test date due (N.B. 3 month tests required)

  • 26.2 Is the temporary electrical supply a maximum 110V?

  • 26.3 Have live cables (including underground and overhead cable) been clearly located and marked up as "live" electrical cables?

  • 26.4 Are cables and leads adequately protected to prevent accidental damage?

  • 26.5 Is there an up to date Portable Appliance Test (PAT) Register?

  • 26.6 Are suitable PAT lables displayed on all portable electrical appliances/ equipment on site? This should include office equipment as well as site equipment.

  • 26.7 Are live electrical works/ inspection works prohibited?

  • 26.8 Are there suitable permits to work/ lock off procedures for electrical works/ inspection works?

  • 26.9 Are trip devises/ RCD's used where mains voltage use is unavoidable?

  • 26.10 Are electrical installations adequately earthed? Site accomodation and generators may need to be attached to earth.

Section 27.0 - Concrete & Masonary

  • 27.1 Is adequate protection in use for the risk of cement burns to the skin or eyes? Ie long sleeves, no exposed skin, gloves and goggles

  • 27.2 Is adequate welfare available for the prevention of cement burns? Emergency showers and emergency clothing should be available where pumping concrete. A suitable 3 point hand care station and adequate eye wash facility close to the concrete/ masonary works should be provided.

  • 27.3 Are adequate precautions regarding the risks posed from Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) suitably established? Dust suppression or extraction MUST be used for all stone, concrete etc type cutting.

Section 28.0 - Environmental

  • 28.1 Is there a site waste management plan? The plan should be dated and signed by the Principle Contractor and Client

  • 28.2 Is there adequate equipment for dealing with spillages of materials that are harmful to the environment?

  • 28.3 Are there adequate arrangements to ensure contaminated material (soils and muds) is contained within the site? Wheel wash should be provided where vehicles could spread this onto the public highway.

Section 29.0 - Confined Spaces

  • 29.1 Have all confined spaces been identified prior to the commencement of works?

  • 29.2 Have the confined spaces (where identified) been given a suitable category for entry?

  • 29.3 Are permits to work established for confined space works?

  • 29.4 Are confined space permits correctly established prior to allowing the commencement of works that are under the permits control?

  • 29.5 Are permits to work being correctly closed out once the works are completed?

Section 30.0 - Site Wide Issues/Client & Customer Interface

  • 30.1 Is there any noticeable impact to the Clients undertakings, i.e. any impact on their staff, their customers etc?

  • 30.2 Is there any noticeable impact to the Principal Contractors undertakings, i.e. any impact on their operatives, their contractors etc?

  • 30.3 Does the construction work impact on the local community in any way?

  • Please record how the local community is impacted.

  • 30.4 Is there a designated smoking area?

  • 30.5 Are there any examples of innovation and best practise?

  • 30.6 Are there any examples of "good neighbour"? Is the PC publically active in local community events or helping to improve the local community, maybe helping to litter pick etc.

Completion

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