Audit
1.1 Current Emergency Evacuation Plan & Procedure displayed in appropriate positions around site
1.2 Fire Extinguishers are marked correctly on evacuation plan
1.3 Emergency assembly & Muster points are highlighted on the evacuation plan
1.4 Location of First Aid kits are marked on the evacuation plan
1.5 Emergency Exits are marked correctly on evacuation plan
1.6 Emergency Numbers displayed on evacuation plan and include
1.6 Emergency Numbers displayed on evacuation plan include:
* Local Police Station
* Local Fire Brigade
* Local Hospital
* Western Power or electricity source
* Gas
* Chemwatch
* Water & Sewerage
* Site Managers phone number
1.7 Firefighting equipment in place and in good condition
1.8 Fire extinguishers are correct type for the area
1.9 Fire extinguisher signage is in place and correct
1.10 Fire extinguishers are serviced every 12 months and fitted with anti-tamper tags
1.11 1 metre clearance maintained around fire fighting equipment
1.12 Access to fire fighting equipment is clear
1.13 Fire Breaks in place and adequate
1.14 Access to switchboards is clear and unobstructed
1.15 Smoke alarms fitted in nominated locations
1.16 Emergency assembly / muster area(s) sign posted
1.17 Emergency assembly / muster area(s) have a clear path to them and are free of debris
1.18 First Aid kits are available with correct signage displayed
1.19 First Aid kits in good condition and fully stocked (contents list is located on inside of kit - check)
1.20 Are names of first aiders on site located on the first aid kit
1.21 Sign in sheets accurate
1.22 Emergency 'exit' signs present and illuminates (above fire doors and directing exits)
1.23 Exits and stairs clear and unobstructed
2.1 Access / Egress to work sites
2.2 Caps on star pickets & rebar
2.3 Rubbish bins provided and used
2.4 Materials neatly stacked
2.5 Work platforms clear
2.6 Adequate lighting - night work
2.7 All hoses off ground
2.8 Correct signage in place & readable
2.9 Hazardous Sub's labeling & storage
2.10 Waste stored / removed correctly
2.11 Recycling is occurring
2.12 Do employees pick up stock / litter / spillages off floor & site area
3.1 Crib room clean, tidy and hygienic
3.2 Floors are clean, clear with a safe path of travel throughout area
3.3 Floor coverings / surfaces in good condition
3.4 Toilets clean and hygienic
3.5 No evidence of sewage spills or overflows
3.6 Barricading / signs in place where required
3.7 Access and Egress; trip hazards, condition of flooring, anti-slip, handrails
3.8 Emergency Evacuation Plan
3.9 Air conditioning & Ventilation adequate
3.10 Filing Cabinets / Shelving - not overloaded
3.11 Leads, Lighting, Emergency Lighting
3.12 Housekeeping, cleanliness, food / rubbish disposal, hygienic
3.13 Individuals Work Stations
3.14 Office equipment; Shredder protected, good height, ventilation, noise
3.15 Equipment such as chairs, desks, computers, etc. are in good working condition
3.16 Lights are working, covers in place where required and adequate for the job
3.17 Double adaptors are not being used
3.18 Electrically operated machines have current testing and tagging (includes kitchen appliances older than 12 months
3.19 Power points and power leads are good condition (no leads across floors or on wet surfaces)
3.20 First Aid Kit available
3.21 MSDS available
4.1 PPE available at the worksite
4.2 All appropriate PPE being worn
5.1 9" grinders not in use
5.2 Clips fitted to all hoses
5.3 Correct discs used in grinders
5.4 Ladders secured and tagged
5.5 guards fitted to machinery/ tools
5.6 All power tools fitted with dead man
5.7 Portable electrical equipment Tagged and current
5.8 Wheel chocks in use / available
5.9 Hand held tools are in good condition and stored appropriately
5.10 Are sufficient stocks of PPE kept?
5.11 Manual handling aids available
5.12 Gas bottles secured / protected from damage or falling over ( e.g strapped or chained to secured fixture)
5.13 Ladders used are in good working condition
5.14 Safety warning signs present:
* Manual Handling
* Eye protection
* Keep out - Authorized Personnel only
* Visitors report to the Office
* Chemicals
5.15 Employees are wearing correct PPE
5.16 A register of authorized employees to operate plant / equipment is available
5.17 Keys are to remain in Plant and Equipment when not in use on site
5.18 Stacked items are safe - not overhanging or leaning
5.19 Are pallets in good condition?
6.1 Condition of leads, plugs etc
6.2 ELCB / RCD used for portable tools
6.3 All equipment tagged correctly
6.4 Leads off ground not near water
6.5 Isolations appropriate & completed
6.6 Earth leads on welders good condition
7.1 All vehicles reverse parking
7.2 Road rules are being followed
7.3 Vehicles meet Minepower requirements
7.4 Weekly pre-start inspection completed and logged on all light vehicles
7.5 Daily Pre-start inspection completed and logged on all machinery
7.6 Are they completed by employees
7.7 Are Corrective Actions of defects completed in a timely manner
7.8 Flashing lights & headlights working and being used
7.9 Maintained, clean and sanitary
7.10 Spotter used as required
7.11 Clean / No loose debris
7.12 Radio procedures being followed
8.1 Full segregation of Light Vehicle & Surface Mining Equipment is in place
8.2 Park up areas are correct
8.3 Traffic management plans are in place
8.4 Management plans publicised
8.5 Speed limits are marked correctly
9.1 Windrows correct height
9.2 Surfaces firm and safe
9.3 Roads adequate width
9.4 Delineators in place
10.1 Battered back
10.2 Barricaded correctly
10.3 Easy entry and exit to Digger
10.4 Loading of Trucks sequenced
10.5 Correct method of digging is being used
10.6 Dumpy park up defined
10.7 All signals appropriate
11.1 Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) appropriate & completed
11.2 JHA on the job and understood
11.3 Field Level Risk Assessments (FLRA) have been undertaken
11.4 Permits appropriate & completed
11.5 Isolations appropriate & completed
11.6 Work area demarked and sign posted
11.7 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemicals at the workplace
11.8 Access/egress to work area
12.1 Dust levels low and controlled
12.2 Noise levels acceptable
12.3 Fibrous Material is being controlled
12.4 Vibration is being controlled
13.1 Permit in place
13.2 Flashback arresters on cylinders and hand pieces
13.3 All equip (hoses, etc) in good condition
13.4 Fire extinguishers available for all Hot Work
13.5 Earth clamps in correct location
14.1 WAH is being eliminated
14.2 Fall arrest equipment used
14.3 Permit to work at Height in place
14.4 Spotters in place as required
14.5 ECO barricading in place
14.6 Drop zone barricading in place
14.7 Dropped objects prevention is in place
15.1 Crane log books and documentation in place in the crane
15.2 Cranes set up correctly
15.3 Crane operator competent
15.4 Crane lift risk assessment form in place
15.5 Crane suitable for the task
16.1 Confined space permit in place
16.2 Sentry space permit in place
16.3 Procedure being followed
16.4 Space safe
17.1 All hydrocarbon materials inside bunds
17.2 Oil spill equipment available, status
17.3 No evidence of stains / spillage
17.4 Bunds fully effective
17.5 Fuel-containing equipment and plant in trays or provided with other bunding
18.1 All clearing approved
18.2 VDAs in place for all activities
18.3 Rehabilitation carried out correctly
18.4 Priority flora is identified and fenced
18.5 Topsoil stockpiled and signposted
18.6 No evidence of unauthorized disturbance
18.7 Easy exit for fauna from trenches & pits
18.8 Bore caps in place & conduit ends taped
18.9 All weed free certificates in place
18.10 No weeds growing in project areas
19.1 Flow meters / volumes recording in place
19.2 Water holding facilities appropriately constructed (drainage of standpipes, depth)
19.3 Water holding facilities stock fenced & have exit ropes
20.1 No erosion from stockpiles
20.2 No erosion of gullies and streams
21.1 Facility approved & permits in place
21.2 Alarms/warning devices in place for clearing capacity
21.3 Receiving effluent tank higher capacity then freshwater input tank
22.1 Is there a procedure for personnel to refuse working where they feel that injury or harm could occur to themselves or to other people
22.2 Has a register of corrective actions been developed
22.3 Is this register of corrective actions being reviewed by the management team on a regular basis
22.4 Has a register of Hazardous Materials been developed
22.5 Names of OH&S Reps Displayed on Notice Board
22.6 Incident / Accident Recording, Reporting & Investigation Folder is available and current
22.7 Blank IMS1.9.F02 Incident Report Forms are available
22.8 IMS1.9.SP01 Incident Reporting Procedure (Flowchart) is displayed in office and crib room
22.9 Was corrective action taken in a timely manner
22.10 Danger Tags are available and being used correctly site wide
22.11 State Specific Legislation Posters
22.12 Smoke Free Legislative Posters
22.13 Current Company OHSE Policies are on display in a prominent position
22.14 Is the management team (Project Manager, Supervisors etc.) actively involved in Health and Safety activities
22.15 Are Workplace Safety Activities being completed in accordance with the Monthly Safety Program
22.16 Review Toolbox Minutes from last six meetings
22.17 Are employees given an opportunity to provide feedback or suggestions on Health & Safety matters
22.18 Have Site Specific Risk Assessments been completed on contractors
22.19 Is the Site Specific Risk Assessment Current (Risk Assessment must be no older than 2 years old.)
22.20 Have controls been put in place to control hazards identified (review site specific risk assessment)
22.21 Has the Site Specific Risk Assessment been signed off by the Operations Manager and the Client (review site specific risk assessment
22.22 Does the Site conduct regular evacuation drills? Did the employees participate (Review the last few Fire Drill Records)
22.23 When was the last one (Last evacuation drill not to be more than 6 months)
22.24 New employees have completed an Employee Checklist with Human Resources & Site Admin (record kept in personnel file)
22.25 IMS1.0.D04 General Employee Handbook has been provided to employees. (employee declaration is in personnel files)
22.26 IMS12.0.M03 Mining Employee Handbook has been provided to employees (employee declaration is in personnel files)
22.27 IMS12.1.M02 Protected Persons Lockout Handbook has been provided to employees (employee declaration is in personnel file)
22.28 Employee has completed the IMS12.0.A01 General Induction Assessment (view assessment in personnel file)
22.29 Employee has completed the IMS12.0.A03 Mining Induction Assessment (view assessment in personnel file)
22.30 Employee has completed the IMS12.1.A02 Protected Person Isolation Assessment (view assessment in personnel file)
22.31 Has the employee completed Specific Training (review on the job training records)
22.32 Has the employee received / or has the ability to access Safe Work Procedures & or specific machine handbooks (review employee file for sign off
22.33 Employees who conduct specialized tasks have received Verification of Competencies ( VOC) or appropriate training if required (check employee personnel files for record of training (Assessment Matrix)
22.34 Has each crew been established with a First Aider (check training matrix)
22.35 Employees who conduct specialized tasks have received appropriate training in OH&S Related Matters (check employee personnel files for record of training (certificate or attendance registers)
22.36 Employees have received appropriate training in return to work (check training matrix)
22.37 Has OH&S Training been conducted for OH&S Representatives within 12 months of accepting the position (review personnel files or training matrix)
23.1 Are only approved chemicals being used as per the Approved Chemical Register
23.2 Chemicals stored on site are not expired or obsolete
23.3 Chemicals are not decanted (substances must be in original containers with original labels)
23.4 Are all the chemicals clearly labelled
23.5 Material Safety Data Sheets present at location where Chemicals are kept and easily accessible
23.6 Containers in which chemicals are stored are in good condition and are not leaking
23.7 Nominated area in which chemicals are stored is locked allowing only restricted access and bundled
23.8 Gas bottles secured/ protected from damage or falling over (e.g strapped or chained to secured fixture)
23.9 Is there adequate ventilation where chemicals are stored?
23.10 Spill kits available and fully stocked
23.11 Are emergency showers or eye wash stations available & easily assessable?
24.1 Design approved by Chief Inspector of Explosives
24.2 Magazine of greater than 250kg capacity is licensed by Chief Inspector of Explosives
24.3 The magazine is located at least 50 meters away from any entrance to any underground mine
24.4 False roof in place to protect magazine from heat when used north of the 25th parallel
24.5 Air vents in place with weather protection
24.6 The magazine is lined with close jointed timber without exposed steel or iron surfaces
24.7 Mortise deadlock locking mechanism or close shackled padlock with secure fitting
24.8 Metal external surface to be electrically bonded to at least two down conductors within 15 metres of each other
24.9 Earthing of no greater than 10 ohms checked and recorded by an electrician
24.10 Metal fences are electrically bonded
24.11 Where required by the magazine licence lightning protection with conductors
24.12 There are no electrical wiring inside unless it has been approved by the Chief Inspector of Explosives
24.13 There is no combustible or flammable material within 8 metres of the magazine
24.14 The magazine is located at least the prescribed distance from any protected works installation of facility
24.15 Explosive magazine is in excess of 10 metres from any detonator magazine
25.1 Prominent "EXPLOSIVE" signs displayed on magazine
25.2 Licence number prominently displayed
25.3 Magazine rules are posted inside the magazine
25.4 "NO SMOKING" signs prominently displayed
25.5 Fire extinguishers are posed at the magazine access
25.6 Manufactures name and date of manufacture displayed on relocatable magazines
26.1 A responsible person has been appointed to control the magazine
26.2 The appointment is recorded in the record book
26.3 The keys are kept by the appointed person
26.4 The appointed person keeps the records of incoming and outgoing stocks
26.5 There is a system in place to rotate stock
26.6 Stock delivered is promptly secured in the magazine
26.7 Stock levels are within the licence limits
27.1 A broom and door mat is available in the magazine to clean up
27.2 No split material is left in the magazine
27.3 The magazine floor is clean and dry
27.4 Explosives are safely stacked to a height no greater than 2 metres
27.5 Air gaps are maintained between explosives and the magazine walls
27.6 No additional unauthorized materials are stored in the magazine
27.7 No explosives are stored loose in the magazine
27.8 Incompatible explosive products are not stored adjacent to each other
27.9 Cladding, vent shrouds and vent gauges are in good condition
27.10 Moulding around the magazine is in good condition where it is a licence requirement
28.1 There is a procedure in place to maintain installation
28.2 No maintenance involving hot work occurs until the magazine is empty and thoroughly cleaned
28.3 There is a procedure in place to secure and evacuate the magazine area during a lightning storm
28.4 There is an emergency procedure in place to deal with fire at or near the magazine
28.5 There is a procedure for the disposal of old or damaged explosives
28.6 Magazine is kept locked except when stock movement or other authorized activities are occurring
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