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  • Hills Subcontractor Six Monthly Safety Equipment Audit - 31/07/2020 - 31/01/2021
    It is a statutory and a contractual obligation for all contractors working for Hills to complete this Safety Equipment Audit bi-annually to provide evidence your safety equipment (PPE) has been inspected, records kept, is in good working condition and available for use.
    You are required under legislation to keep a log book and have your Height Safety PPE inspected every 6 months by a qualified inspector or company as per AS/NZS 1891.4 2009

    Hills have supplied you with an inspections checklist log book, this is available on the Contractor Portal, download complete and include the signed log in the Equipment Inspection Records section.
    Only complete this yourself if you hold height safety equipment Inspection qualification MEM15004B, otherwise have the inspection completed by a 3rd party.

    Take all photos in your camera roll and complete this audit on a desktop PC.
    Using a mobile device to complete and send this audit will result in you exceeding your free 10mb data allowance limit.
    All fields are mandatory, this audit must be completed 100%.
    Export the completed HTS00017-001 Sub-Contractor Six Monthly Safety Equipment Audit 31/07/2020 - 31/01/2021 PDF to hseq.hcs@hills.com.au
    Recommended Items can be answered as Yes or N/A

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  • Auditors Name:

  • Contractors Name & ID:

  • Hills ID photo guidelines
    Your photo is critical to the usability and security of your ID Badge.
    Good quality, colour photo, less than six months old
    Clear, focused image with no marks or 'red eye'
    Plain white or light grey background that contrasts with your face
    Uniform lighting (no shadows or reflections) with appropriate brightness and contrast to show natural skin tone
    Face looking directly at the camera and not tilted in any direction
    Hair off the face so that the edges of the face are visible
    Eyes open, mouth closed.
    No hats or sunglasses

  • ID badge Photo - Head and shoulders

Subcontractor Responsibilities (PCBU)

  • All persons conducting a business or undertaking at a workplace (PCBU) have a primary duty of care to ensure so far as reasonably practicable, the health and safety of workers engaged by the person, and all other persons are not put at risk from work carried out by the PCBU.
    WHSAct2011 Division 2 - (S19) Primary Duty of Care
    WHSAct2011 Division 3 - (S20) Further duties of persons conducting businesses or undertakings
    WHSAct2011 Division 4 - (S28) Duties of workers
    WHSAct2011 Part 3 - (S38) Duty to notify of notifiable incidents
    WHSReg2011 Division 2 General working environment (S40) Duty in relation to general workplace facilities
    WHSReg2011 Division 2 (S41) Duty to provide and maintain adequate and accessible facilities
    WHSReg2011 Division 3 (S42) Duty to provide First Aid
    WHSReg2011 Division 4 Emergency Plans, (S43) Duty to prepare, maintain and implement emergency plan
    WHSReg2011 Division 5 Personal protective equipment, (S44) Provision to workers and use of personal protective equipment WHSReg2011 Division 5 (S46) Duties of worker
    https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/law-and-regulation

  • Confirm you are aware of the following WHS responsibilities of a PCBU and that you must:<br>Maintaining Social Distancing (COVID19 Requirements per state guidelines);<br>Provide access to water (Fresh drinking water);<br>Provide access to first aid as per the First Aid Code of Practice 2018 (First Aid Kit);<br>Provide access to hygiene services (Toilet paper, wet wipes, hand sanitizer);<br>Provide access to food;<br>Provide access to communications (Mobile Phone);<br>Provide access to an emergency management plan (Emergency Evacuation Plan);<br>Notify Tech Support of an incident or near miss within 60 minutes of the incident occurring.

  • Confirm you have downloaded the Emergency Plus app - this should be part of your emergency evacuation plan in case of an emergency

  • Emergency Australia App - National Triple Zero Awareness Work Group
    http://emergencyapp.triplezero.gov.au/

Contractual & Legislative Compliance

  • Hills ID badge with Risk Calculator and/or Downer/Lendlease ID Badge:

  • Please email recruitment and advise replacement ID card required - recruitment.hcs@hills.com.au

  • Picture of HFC Downer/Lendlease ID Card

  • Picture of Hills ID Card

  • Please email recruitment and advise replacement ID card required - recruitment.hcs@hills.com.au

  • Drivers License Number and Expiry Date:

  • Photo of Drivers License (Front of License close up so details are visible)

  • Enable Card Number:

  • Photo of Enable Card:

  • RIIWHS204D - Height Safety License/Certificate/Card number - Only Valid for 5 years (Date of issue no earlier than 31/07/2016):

  • Photo of Height Safety License/Card - RIIWHS204D:

  • CPCCWHS100 - Construction Induction Card Number - White Card or State equivalent issued no later than 01/01/2012:

  • Photo of Induction Card - CPCCWHS100:

  • RIIWHS302D - Traffic Management License/Certificate/Card number or issue date: (List N/A if you do not have this License)

  • Photo of Traffic Management License/Certificate/Card number or issue date:

Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)

  • As per legislation you MUST carry in your vehicle printed signed copies of the latest appropriate contract specific Hills Safe Work Method Statements. (Fixed Wireless HCS00019, HCS00160 or the appropriate Downer/Lendlease SWMS for the work performed or have a signed PDF copy on your device.<br>WorkHSR2011 Division 2 (S299) Safe Work Method Statement required for High-Risk construction work.<br>(1) A person conducting a business or undertaking that includes the carrying out of High-Risk construction work must, before High-Risk construction work commences, ensure that a safe work method statement for the proposed work—<br>(a) is prepared; or<br>(b) has already been prepared by another person.<br>and<br>You must produce on request a signed copy of the latest appropriate Safe Work Method Statements.<br>These documents are available in the HCS contractor portal.

  • Please take a picture of the signed front page of your HCS00019 Fixed Wireless SWMS - Version 11

  • Please take a picture of the signed front page of your HCS00160 Asbestos SWMS - Version 11

  • It is mandatory to carry all appropriate SWMS always, without this you are non compliant

  • Please take a photo of the signed Downer SWMS - Cable Works or Working in Pits and Manholes

  • Please take a photo of the signed Lendlease SWMS - Cable Works or Working in Pits and Manholes

Safety Data Sheets (SDS):

  • I have access to Safety Data Sheets, either carried in my vehicle (printed copies) of the latest appropriate Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for the work performed or i have a PDF copy on my device. I am aware they are available in the WHS section of the Contractor Portal.<br>WorkHSR2011 subdivision 3 (S344) Person conducting business or undertaking to obtain and give access to safety data sheets. (1) A person conducting a business or undertaking at a workplace must obtain the current safety data sheet for a hazardous chemical prepared under this regulation from the manufacturer, importer or supplier of the hazardous chemical in the following circumstances (a) either— <br>(i) when the hazardous chemical is first supplied for use at the workplace; or<br>(ii) if the person is not able to obtain the safety data sheet under subparagraph (i)—as soon as practicable after the hazardous chemical is first supplied to the workplace but before the hazardous chemical is used at the workplace;<br>Some generic SDS are available in the contractor portal.

  • It is mandatory to carry all appropriate SDS always, without this you are non compliant

Electrical Safety:

  • Electrical Lock Out Tags (Re-usable) and Lock Out Device - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo of Lock Out Tags and Lock Out Device - MUST show contractors contact details

  • It is mandatory to carry Electrical Lock out tags always, without this you are non compliant

  • You must have access to an AC/DC Volt Stick - NBN All Contractors

  • Photo of AC/DC Volt Stick

  • It is mandatory to have access to an AC/DC Volt Stick and Electrical Service Locator capable of detecting electrical, pipes and other services , without these you are non compliant

  • You must have access to an an NBN approved Electrical Service Locator - Capable of detecting electrical, pipes and other services, minimum 50mm scanning depth - Refer to the Electrical Services Location Equipment List in the General Tab of the Contractor Portal - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo of Electrical Service Locator

  • It is mandatory to have access to an AC/DC Volt Stick and Electrical Service Locator capable of detecting electrical, pipes and other services , without these you are non compliant

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Safety Garments that meets Australian standard AS4602 - High-Visibility Clothing, Long/Short Sleeved Shirt, Jacket or Vest class D or D/N - NBN All Contractors

  • Photo Showing High-Visibility Clothing, Long/Short Sleeved Shirt, Jacket or Vest class D or D/N

  • It is mandatory to wear safety High-Visibility clothing always, without this you are non compliant

  • Safety Protective Footwear that meets Australian Standards AS/NZS 2210.3 - NBN All Contractors

  • Photo Showing Safety Footwear that meets Australian Standards AS/NZS 2210.3

  • It is mandatory to wear safety protective footwear always, without this you are non compliant

General Safety PPE:

  • Head Protection - Hard Hat that meets Australian standard AS/NZ 1800<br>Must be carried in contractors vehicle and used on construction sites when required - NBN All Contractors

  • Photo of Hard Hat

  • It is mandatory to have access to head protection for specific tasks always, without this you are non compliant

  • Eye Protection - Safety Glasses that meets Australian Standards AS/NZS 1336 - NBN All Contractors

  • Photo of eye protection that meets Australian Standard AS/NZS 1336

  • It is mandatory to have access to eye protection for specific tasks always, without this you are non compliant

  • Hand Protection - Cut resistant Safety Gloves that meet Australian Standards AS/NZS 2161- NBN All Contractors

  • Photo of cut resistant safety gloves that meets Australian Standard AS/NZS 2161

  • It is mandatory to have access to hand protection for specific tasks always, without this you are non compliant

  • Hearing Protection - Ear Muffs/Plugs that meet Australian Standards AS/NZS 1270 - NBN All Contractors

  • Photo of hearing protection that meets Australian Standard AS/NZS 1270

  • It is mandatory to have access to hearing protection for specific tasks always, without this you are non compliant

  • Dust Protection - P2 Respirator that meet Australian Standards AS/NZS 1716 to protect against exposure to Asbestos, Silicosis and other harmful contaminants - NBN All Contractors

  • Photo of dust protection that meets Australian Standard AS/NZS 1716

  • It is mandatory to have access to dust protection for specific tasks always, without this you are non compliant

  • 4 x Reflective Safety Cones and/or Exclusion Barriers AS/NZS1742 (Minimum 400mm) - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo showing minimum 4 Reflective Safety Cones and/or Exclusion Barriers

  • It is mandatory to create an exclusion and/or drop zone around your work area for specific tasks always, without this you are non compliant

  • 10 x 700mm Reflective Safety Cones AS/NZS1742 - NBN HFC/Fibre Contractors

  • Photo showing minimum 10 x 700mm Reflective Safety Cones

  • It is mandatory to implement pedestrian and traffic management around your work area for specific tasks always, without this you are non compliant

  • 2 x Tiger Tails - NBN HFC/Fibre Contractors

  • Photo showing minimum 2 x Tiger Tails

  • It is mandatory to implement pedestrian and traffic management around your work area for specific tasks always, without this you are non compliant

  • 2 x Mesh Pit Guards - NBN HFC/Fibre Contractors

  • Photo showing 2 x Mesh Pit Guards

  • It is mandatory to create an exclusion zone around your work area for specific tasks always, without this you are non compliant

  • 2 x Workman signs - NBN HFC/Fibre Contractors

  • Photo showing 2 x Workman Signs

  • It is mandatory to display signage as part of your Traffic Management Plan always, without this you are non compliant

  • 2 x Pedestrian /Use other footpath signs - NBN HFC/Fibre Contractors

  • Photo showing 2 x Pedestrian /Use other footpath signs

  • It is mandatory to display signage as part of your Traffic Management Plan always, without this you are non compliant

  • Amber Flashing Light - Lendlease Contractors

  • Photo of Amber Flashing Light

  • Amber Flashing battery powered light is mandatory for Lendlease Contractors and highly recommended for all other contractors

  • Calibrated Gas detector with pump - NBN HFC/Fibre Contractors

  • Photo of Gas detector with pump showing showing calibration sticker and date

  • It is mandatory to use a gas detector in a confined spaces such as a manhole, always refer to the appropriate SWMS

  • 1 Pit Key with Seal Breaker - NBN HFC/Fibre Contractors

  • Sun Protection - Hat/Sunscreen

  • Wet Weather Protection

Height Safety Equipment Inspection Records - AS/NZS 1891.4 2009

  • Mandatory Six Monthly Height Safety equipment checklist or inspection log record:<br>All height Safety equipment must be inspected and certified by a qualified Height Safety Inspector every six months as per AS/NZS 1891.4 2009 - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • It is mandatory to have all height safety equipment inspected every six months, without this inspection you are non compliant

  • Photo of signed equipment inspection log or similar record from a third-party inspector

  • List the name of the qualified Height Safety Equipment Inspector or Company

  • Always ensure you carry your Working at Heights license and provide on request

  • Do you have MEM15004B - Completion of Height Safety Equipment Inspection Training course (Perform Inspection)

  • Photo of MEM15004B Height Safety Equipment Inspection Training course certificate (Perform Inspection)

Height Safety Equipment List - Australian Standard AS/NZS 1891

  • Always perform a detailed inspection of your height safety kit every time you use. Check for visible damage and stress tears to stitching, webbing, buckles and straps. All height safety equipment must be in good condition.

  • Full Body Harness that complies with Australian Standard AS/NZS 1891- NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Harness expiry date

  • Photo of Harness and Harness Tag showing expiry date

  • It is mandatory to have all height safety equipment inspected every six months, without this inspection you are non compliant

  • 15m, 30m or 45m Safety Rope that complies with Australian Standard AS/NZS 1891 - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Rope expiry date

  • Photo of Rope showing the expiry date

  • Fixed or detachable Rope Grab that complies with Australian Standard AS/NZS 1891- NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo of Rope Grab

  • It is mandatory to have all height safety equipment inspected every six months, without this inspection you are non compliant

  • 4 x Karabiner - Oval (Steel) that complies with Australian Standard AS/NZS 1891- NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo of 4 x Karabiner

  • It is mandatory to have all height safety equipment inspected every six months, without this inspection you are non compliant

  • 3 x Anchor Loop Sling / Strap (for Tile Roof) min. 1m length that complies with Australian Standard AS/NZS 1891 (Tiled Roofs).<br>3 x Anchor Loop Sling / Strap must be shown in Photo - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Anchor loop sling or strap expiry date

  • Photo showing the expiry date of each anchor loop sling or strap x 3

  • Fixed or detachable Shock Absorbing Lanyard that complies with Australian Standard AS/NZS 1891- NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors<br>Fixed Lanyards will be permanently attached to the rear of a harness, detachable lanyards are a separate attachment

  • Shock Absorber Lanyard expiry date

  • Photo showing expiry date of lanyard

  • 3 x temporary Tin Roof Tether Plates or 2 x Tether plate and 1 x T-Bar - Industry Rated 15Kn Single person use that complies with Australian Standard AS/NZS 1891- NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo Showing 3 temporary tin roof tether plates or 2 x tether plates and 1 x T-Bar

Ladders & Accessories - Australian Standard AS/NZS 1892

  • Always perform a detailed inspection of your ladders. Check for visible damage and stress fractures around the rungs, stiles, hinges and latches

  • Step ladder Industrial Rated 1.8m - 2.1m (minimum 120kg) in good condition that complies with Australian Standard AS/NZ 1892 Portable Ladders (2.1m Fiberglass ladder highly recommended)<br>Telescopic /Infomercial ladders are not Australian Standard AS/NZ 1892 approved - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo of A-Frame Ladder showing condition (Not on vehicle)

  • It is mandatory to carry both sizes of ladders that comply with Australian Standard AS/NZ 1892 Portable Ladders, without access to both ladders you are non compliant

  • Extension Ladder Industrial Rated 3.6m (opens to 6.5m) or 4.3m (opens to 7.2m) (minimum 120kg) in good condition that complies with Australian Standard AS/NZ 1892 Portable Ladders (4.5 to 7.2m Fiberglass ladder highly recommended) - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo of Extension Ladder showing condition (Not on vehicle)

  • It is mandatory to carry both sizes of ladders that comply with Australian Standard AS/NZ 1892 Portable Ladders, without access to both ladders you are non compliant

  • Gutter Protector (e.g. Ladders Little Helper) - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo of Gutter Protector

  • It is mandatory to carry and use a gutter protector - Without this you are non compliant

  • Ladder tie down straps - Ratchet Strap or Cam Buckle for securing ladders that complies with Australian Standard AS/NZ4380 - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo of Rachet strap or Cam buckle showing ladders secured to vehicle

  • It is mandatory to secure your ladders using Australian Standard AS/NZ4380 straps - Without this you are non compliant

Cordless Power Tools - All Hills Contractors

  • Battery Drill

  • Hammer Drill

  • Angle Grinder

  • All Angle Grinders without:
    - Fail safe switches
    - Anti-kick back/clutch system
    - Guards
    - Fitted handles
    - Grinders discs greater than 125mm
    Are Banned items.

  • Photo of Angle Grinder

240 Volt Power Tools - All Hills Contractors

  • Are you using any 240V Power Tools

  • List 240v accessories

  • Photo of current Tag & Test stickers

Vehicle - All Hills Contractors

  • Is your vehicle in road worthy condition

  • Picture of Vehicle from front drivers side-on showing overall condition

  • Your vehicle must be in road worthy condition and will be inspected during a live audit - Always ensure your vehicle is fit for use, if it is not you are not compliant

  • Method of securing Ladders and/or Signs/Pit Guards

  • Method of securing conduit

  • Secure Storage for NBN Consignment Stock

  • First Aid and/or Fire Extinguisher stickers required and displayed on outside of vehicle - All NBN Contractors

  • Photo of First Aid and/or Fire Extinguisher stickers on your vehicle

  • It is mandatory to have safety signs as per AS1319 -1994, First Aid in the Workplace CoP 2018, without these signs you are non compliant

  • Spill Kit Stickers displayed on outside of vehicle - NBN Lendlease HFC/Fibre Contractors

  • It is a mandatory requirement to display Spill Stickers on a Lendlease contact, if you require, contact your field supervisor

  • List type of vehicle

Working with Asbestos

  • If you choose to work with Asbestos, HCS supply a free Asbestos Penetration Kit with the following items, Disposable Coveralls (Type 5), P2 Respirator Mask (Compliant to AS/NZS 1715) Gloves (Disposable Latex) Boot Covers (Disposable), Googles (Disposable) Warning Sign, Asbestos Disposal Bag, Drop Sheet, Barricade Tape and Working with Asbestos work instructions.

  • Do you carry an HCS supplied Asbestos Kit?

  • Please select the following additional subcontractor supplied PPE

Test Equipment

  • Smart Phone

  • Tablet Device- iPad or Android device that meets HCS IT minimum requirements

  • V3-Installation Assistant and V2-VT100 Meter - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo of Installation Assistant and VT100 meter

  • Approved LAN Wire-Map Network Tester (Mandatory) (PN8108 / SC 8108 or equivalent Wire-Map Tester with LED Display) - Continuity Testers Not Permitted - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo of Wire map Network Tester

  • It is mandatory to carry and use a Wiremap Tester and supply a cable test photo - Without this you are non compliant

  • Label Maker 9mm - 12mm black lettering on white plastic - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo of Label Maker

  • It is mandatory to carry and use a Label Maker and supply a NTD Sticker - Without this you are non compliant

  • Laser Bar-code Scanner - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Photo of Bar-code Scanner

Fire Extinguisher Mandatory HFC/Fibre Contractors/Optional Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • 1Kg Powder Fire Extinguisher with Hose - Tested 6 monthly AS1851

  • “For commercial vehicles, considerations shall be given to the type of vehicle, the cargo being carried and the requirements of the regulatory authority. Every fire extinguisher for use in a commercial vehicle shall be of a type fitted with a hose to assist in gaining access to awkward locations.”

  • Photo of 1kg Fire Extinguisher showing hose

  • Photo of Fire Extinguisher manufacture date or inspection tag - Valid for 6 months only from date of manufacture or last inspection

First Aid Kit Contents

  • All PCBU (Subcontractors) must have access to First Aid, it is mandatory to carry a First Aid kit in your vehicle.
    Your first aid kit must comply with "First Aid in the workplace, Code of practice 2018"
    The first aid kit must be kept in a prominent accessible location and should provide basic equipment for administering first aid for injuries including:
    Cuts, scratches, punctures, grazes and splinters, muscular sprains and strains, minor burns, amputations and/or major bleeding wounds, broken bones, eye injuries and shock.
    Confirm your first aid kit has the mandatory quantities of the below items, you must carry the minimum amounts as set in the Code of Practice.

  • Instructions for providing first aid—including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) flow chart (1)

  • Resuscitation face mask or face shield (1)

  • Disposable nitrile examination gloves (nitrile is a latex-free rubber suitable for people with latex allergies) (5 Pairs)

  • Gauze pieces 7.5 x 7.5 cm, sterile 3 per pack (5 Packs)

  • Saline, 15 ml (8)

  • Wound cleaning wipe, single 1% Cetrimide BP (10)

  • Adhesive dressing strips—plastic or fabric, packet of 50 (1)

  • Splinter probes, single use, disposable (10)

  • Tweezers/forceps (1)

  • Antiseptic liquid/spray 50 ml (1)

  • Non-adherent wound dressing/pad 5 x 5 cm (small) (6)

  • Non-adherent wound dressing/pad 7.5 x 10 cm (medium) (3)

  • Non-adherent wound dressing/pad 10 x 10 cm (large) (1)

  • Conforming cotton bandage, 5 cm width (3)

  • Conforming cotton bandage, 7.5 cm width (3)

  • Crepe bandage, 10 cm, for serious bleeding and pressure application (1)

  • Scissors (1)

  • Non-stretch, hypoallergenic adhesive tape—2.5 cm wide roll (1)

  • Safety pins, packet of 6 (1)

  • BPC wound dressings No. 14, medium (1)

  • BPC wound dressings No. 15, large (1)

  • Dressing—Combine Pad 9 x 20 cm (1)

  • Plastic bags—clip seal (1)

  • Triangular bandage, calico or cotton minimum width 90 cm (2)

  • Emergency rescue blanket for shock or hypothermia (1)

  • Eye pad, single use (4)

  • Access to 20 minutes of clean running water or, if this is not available, hydrogel 3.5 gm sachets (5)

  • Instant ice pack for treatment of soft tissue injuries and some stings (1)

  • Picture Showing First Aid Kit And Contents

  • Saline Expiry Date

Recommended Additional Safety PPE:

  • Recommended - 1m Step Ladder Industrial Rated 120kg or higher that complies with Australian Standard AS/NZ 1892 Portable Ladders (Fiberglass recommended) - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Recommended Additional Ladder PPE - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Recommended Additional Height Safety PPE - NBN Fixed Wireless Contractors

  • Recommended Additional PPE

Banned Items List:

  • Are there any Items in your contractor's vehicle on the Banned Items List? If the answer is yes then these items must be removed from site

Sign- Off and Declaration

  • I do hereby solemnly declare and affirm that the information supplied in this audit is true and accurate.
    I am compliant with all legislative requirements and have access to all mandatory safety equipment, tools and equipment as specified.

  • Add signature

  • Please add any applicable notes

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