1. Management System
QSE manual on site and/or Drop Box available and working?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is there any training required in IMS forms or procedure?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are the current forms being used?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are the site files set up as required?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is relevant legislation available on site?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is the Project Management plan available, sufficient, signed and communicated to workers?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Risk Register up to date and communicated?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
2. Quality Paperwork
Is the construction program available on site?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is the 3 weekly program being maintained?
None Required
Yes, see details
Are site diaries being completed adequately?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are Purchase Order books completed as required? (Include prices, within limits, all necessary information).
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Superseded documents are removed from access?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are ITPs completed as required?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are the concrete / reo / masonry registers up to date?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Have there been any complaints? Details...
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Safety and Environmental Paperwork
Are Toolbox Talks being held and recorded as required?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are daily safety and environmental walks being carried out and documented adequately?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are SWMS / Take 5's being completed as required?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is waste register maintained?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is soil arrival and departure being tracked?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is any water discharged from site monitored?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Safety statistics completed and forwarded to head office monthly?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Subcontractor Management
SWMS available and reviewed?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Method of consultation agreed and documented?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are subcontractor / Supplier evaluations being completed?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Have any safety breach notices been issued? Details.
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Inductions
Are inductions completed for workers, contractors, visitors? Discuss Site Specific Safety and Environmental issues, PMP and policies?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Copies of relevant certificates / licenses attached?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Incident Reporting Notice board
Company Policy, Rehabilitation Policy and IR Policy displayed?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Workers Compensation poster displayed?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Site Rules displayed?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is there a site plan indicating emergency muster point, first aid facilities, site set up and environmental aspects?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are Safety Alerts etc displayed as required?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Work Environment
Perimeter fencing adequate?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is appropriate signage displayed? Are contacts displayed on site fence?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is first aid location and contacts displayed? Is there a trained first aider on site?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is there a first aid kit available and stocked adequately?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are sign in sheets available and being used?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is there a spill kit on site?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are fire extinguishers available at relevant locations and in date?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are amenities adequate? (toilets, wash areas, lunch rooms, etc)
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is lighting sufficient?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is housekeeping adequate?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Sediment controls in place and maintained?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Dust controlled, Flows to storm water controlled?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Offensive noise detected?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Waste being separated?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Reo / Bar caps in place?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Concrete wash out area sufficient?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
1. Working at Heights
Have fall risks of 2m or more? (including voids, pits, and trenches) been adequately controlled?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is there any unsafe or incomplete edge protection?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is scaffold tagged? Are sole plates clear? Is scaffold in safe condition or signposted adequately?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Is the Safe Work Load (SWL) exceeded? (tools, stored materials, number of persons)
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are unlicensed persons erecting scaffold above 4m?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are safety harnesses being worn where required?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are logbooks available for all EWP?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Do personnel operating EWP have correct qualifications?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Are areas below work isolated as required?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
5. Harness and Equipment
Unsafe or damaged harness or equipment?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Unlabelled or does not meet AS?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Unsafe or uncertified anchor points?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Lack of inspection protocol for equipment?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Lack of or inadequate formal training for operators?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
2. Plant and Equipment
Plant on site has been entered onto register?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Plant and Equipment checks are being completed as required?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Operators have training /competency required?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Logbooks/maintenance records available for plant on site?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Unsafe or damaged plant/equipment? (including missing or damaged guards)
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Exhaust emissions observed?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
4. Lifting Equipment / Cranes
Unsafe or damaged plant?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Loads lifted over persons, close proximity to obstacles incl. overhead power lines?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Lack of maintenance, testing and inspection?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Lack of SWL information displayed?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Lack of daily inspection protocol?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Unsafe or damaged lifting equipment, including ropes, slings, chains, hooks?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Lifting equipment unlabelled, does not meet AS, no SWL displayed?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Unlicensed operators?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
SWL of plant or any lifting equipment exceeded?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Traffic control adequate?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
6. Ladders
Unsafe or damaged ladders?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Unsafe positioning of ladders?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Ladder not properly secured?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Ladder unsuitable for job? (e.g. metal ladder used for electrical work)
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
7. Hazardous Manual Tasks
Risk assessments being completed?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Inadequate risk controls? (examples: no job rotation, lighter loads, trolleys, lifting equipment, etc)
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Lack of training in risk controls and safe lifting/ team lifting techniques?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
8. Hazardous Substances (including fuel and oil)
All hazardous substances entered on register?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Safety Data Sheets not accessible on site?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Unsafe storage location? (e.g. flammables near ignition sources, spills could enter stormwater drains, etc)
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Incompatible chemicals stored near each other?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Inadequate spill containment equipment?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Lack of emergency procedures for injury/spills/fire etc?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Excessive quantities stored on site or in vehicles?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Insufficient ventilation?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Insufficient, or incorrect, PPE?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Unsuitable storage containers? (unlabeled or stored in food containers)
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
9. Emergency Response
Lack of, or no emergency plans for site?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Emergency procedures displayed at site?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Lack of training and rehearsal of emergency plans?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Unsuitable or inadequate communication equipment?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
10. Traffic Management
Vehicle parking / entry and exit controlled?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Lack of, or inadequate, Traffic Management Plan (TMP) in place?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Lack of training in TMP for all persons on site? <br>(contractors and visitors)
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Inadequate controls for TMP? (physical barriers, bollards, speed limits, flashing lights, spotters, etc)
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
11. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 13. Electrical Hazards
Electrical register complete and up to date?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Portable equipment on site tagged?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Unsafe electrical leads? (damaged, out of test date or untested)
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Lack of RCD protection?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Distribution box fixed in place, leads through bottom, no overloading?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Leads placed on ground or on metal structures?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Electrical equipment near water?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Electrical equipment near flammables?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Electrical leads on work surfaces?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Excavation
DBYD information available?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Excavation flow chart displayed?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Excavation permits issued?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Area isolated where required?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Battering, benching, shoring, fencing adequate?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Location of spoil adequate?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Hot works
Hot works permit issued?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Compressed gas safety (flash back arresters, storage practices, cylinders on cart)
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Fire extinguisher in location?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Confined Space safety
SWMS / Risk assessment complete?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Confined space permit issued?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Trained personnel and rescue plan available?
Conforming
Major Non Conformance
Minor Non Conformance
Observation
Not Applicable
Corrective Actions Sign Off
On site representative
Sign
Auditor's signature
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