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Site Safety Inspection

  • MARKSCON Construction Site

  • Conducted on

  • Conducted by

  • Site Manager

  • If OTHER please specify

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Is there an Environmental, Health and Safety Management Plan on site for this project?

  • Is the Health and Safety Policy displayed and signed by management?

  • Are emergency response procedures developed and display on site? {EH&S Wall Plan}

  • Is there safe access in and out of the site?

  • Is there suitable public protection where building works are next to, or over public access ways? EG. gantries, hoardings

  • Does Site Management have an open forum to consult OH&S matters with personnel?

  • Are personnel Inducted and White/Red Card Numbers kept on Site?

  • Are personnel records, certificates of competency and tickets of trade held by MARKSCON?

  • Are MARKSCON Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) provided and present on Site before commencing each high risk / major task?

  • Are sub contractor Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) provided and present on Site before commencing each high risk / major task?

  • Are appropriate signs posted at entrances? ie. Hard Hats, High Visibility Clothing, Report To Site Office etc.

  • Is the Site Numbers Board being utilized and up to date?

  • Is Personal Protective Equipment and Clothing provided for visitors to site? E.g. hard hats, high visibility vest, sunscreen ?

  • Have all trades and contractors been inducted?

  • Is there a fire extinguisher present?

  • Does the Site have an Evacuation / Emergency Horn?

  • Is Management involved in regular, formal inspections of Site?

TRAINING & CONSULTATION

  • Is there a Site Induction procedure for new starters / visitors to the project?

  • Are Induction records maintained on Site?

  • Do all Site Personnel hold a current industry induction card?

  • Are visitors inducted as to Site hazards and procedures?

  • Is training for identified hazardous work process conducted? ie. confined spaces, working at heights

  • Have managers / supervisors attended a Health and Safety Course?

  • Are hazards, incidents and accidents reported to Site Personnel at Tool Box meetings?

  • Do supervisors conduct regular Tool Box meetings?

  • Do supervisors carry out Risk Assessments, and Incident Reports?

  • Does the site have a Health and Safety Rep?

  • Are Health and Safety Meetings conducted regularly on Site?

  • Are Health and Safety Meeting Minutes discussed at Tool Box meeting and made available for display?

AMENITIES

  • Is Site access clearly marked out?

  • Is Site Office directly accessible up on entrance?

  • Does the site hold PPE for Visitors and is it easily accessible?

  • Is there covered access to inclement weather?

  • Is the seating adequate for the numbers on Site?

  • Are there adequate toilets for the numbers on Site?

  • Is the toilet clean and fully stocked with toilet paper?

  • Are the washing facilities on Site clean and tidy?

  • Are Safety Signage regarding Site on display?

  • Are WORKSAFE and MARKSCON Guidance Notices or Posters on Display?<br>

  • Is there cool drinking water available at appropriate locations?

  • Is the site Lunchroom in good clean order?

HOUSE KEEPING

  • Is the overall site clean internally?

  • Is the site clean externally? Posing NO danger to the public.

  • Are contractors ensuring their work areas are well maintained?

  • Is Site Cage (rubbish) at a safe capacity?

  • Is there clear access to all work areas onsite?

  • Is all temporary fencing in position and secure?

  • Is excess materials from trades being removed when not in use or when no longer required?

  • Are deliveries being well maintained and not posing a risk to access to site areas and site safety?

EMERGENCY RESPONSE / FIRST AID

  • Are Site personnel aware of the First Aid location and is it clearly identified?

  • Is the First Aid Kit adequately stocked?

  • Are there adequate First Aid personnel clearly identified for contact?

  • Are emergency response personnel trained in Site Emergency Procedures?

  • Is the Emergency Assembly Point clearly marked?

  • Is the Emergency / First Aid Horn ready for use?

  • Is First Aid Incident Register present?

  • Is the Site Evacuation Plan present and up to date?

  • Is there Fire Safety Equipment on Site?

  • Is the equipment adequate for the size of the site?

  • Does the site have sufficient Evacuation Lighting (if required) ?

ENVIRONMENTAL

  • Is water or other means used to prevent dust generation?

  • Are driveways / roadways / site access points defined and used by site personnel?

  • Are noisy work tasks defined, with controls used to reduce noise levels and signage utilized?

  • Are Safety Signs posted to alert personnel of specified hazards or dangers in an area?

  • Is hearing protection provided and used where required?

  • Is adequate protection provided for existing flora on and near the Site?<br>Tree protection.

  • Have the impact to adjoining buildings / businesses been minimal?

  • Is the external area to the site well maintained?<br>Footpaths in good order.<br>Driveways maintained.<br>Nature strips clean and clear.<br>Rubbish not present.

  • Is there adequate lighting to the site?

  • Is there adequate ventilation in work areas on site?

  • Does the work area have sufficient protection from increment weather?<br>Include, high temperatures as well cold, wet weather.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

  • Are signs displayed to identify the required PPE?

  • Is PPE readily available and complying with the relevant Australian Standards?

  • Are facilities provided for the maintenance and storage of PPE?

  • What PPE is required for this SIte?

  • Are all personnel to the site complying with the Site Rules regarding PPE?

  • Are all personnel on site wearing the required PPE ?

SLIPS & TRIPS

  • Is the ground clear of liquid spills?

  • Is the ground clear of solid material trip hazards?

  • If there are trip hazards (due to part of the construction process) have they been clearly marked / identified?

  • Are doorways clear of wind-driven rain?

  • Is the floor clear of protruding materials or debris? E.g. bolts, timber, rubble, rocks, concrete.

  • Is the work area clear of protruding materials or debris?

  • Is there any sudden floor surface changes? E.g. dirt to concrete/wood OR between joins in carpets and polished floors.

  • If so, are these surface changes if a safe working condition?

  • Is ramp access clean and clear for use?

  • Is flooring level and easily accessible?

  • Are staff and contractors wearing appropriate foot wear?

  • Is there adequate lighting in stairways, corridors, walkways, lifts?

  • Are deliveries stored well, allowing for walkways and egress to and around site?

  • If trenches or excavation present, does it pose a risk on site?

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

  • IS THERE A CURRENT NEED TO TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT?

  • Has a Traffic Management Plan been selected or provided?

  • Are all roadwork signs and devices installed according to the plan?

  • Have safety barriers been installed correctly?

  • Have the needs of other road users been provided for?

  • Have the needs of of pedestrian traffic and pedestrian support vehicles been provided for?

  • Do we have Traffic Management Personal on site?

  • If so, are they efficient and effective in their role?

PLANT & EQUIPEMENT

  • Is there plant equipment on site?<br>If yes, please specify.

  • Is there excavation or trenching on site?<br>If yes, please specify.

Site Audit Checklist for Plant Equipment

    Individual On Site Audit of Equipment
  • Types pf Equipment

  • Are the operators of the Plant or Equipment holders of appropriate Tickets or Qualifications?

  • Formal instruction have been given to the operators?

  • Are excavators used as cranes fitted with velocity valves and Safe Work Limits (SWL) stamped on boom?

  • Are cranes fitted with velocity valves and Safe Work Limits (SWL) stamped on boom?

  • Are roll over protection systems on all earth moving equipment?

  • Are manufacturer's instructions for lifting capacities in all directions in excavator cabins?

  • Are roll over protection systems in place on all crane equipment?

  • Where applicable, are reverse and visual alarms operation and audible?

  • Are Elevated Work Platforms daily inspections completed, recorded and kept on machine?

  • Are Elevated Work Platforms used on a firm level surface?

  • Are hoists erected on stable ground and tied into the structure?

  • Is overhead protection provided for operator with material hoist?

  • Are all combustion type engines only operated outdoors or with extra ventilation?<br>e.g. portable welders, generators etc.

  • Are seatbelts installed in the cabin and used by operators?

  • The plant has up-to-date maintenance logbook on board?

  • Two-way radio communication between operator / driver & linesman / dogman / spotter is operational?

ELECTRICAL

  • Does a licensed electrician test portable electrical equipment Quarterly?

  • Are electrical leads supported above ground with insulated hooks and stands, where applicable?

  • Are extension leads correctly connected to temporary power boards?

  • Are temporary power boards weatherproof?

  • Is all electrical equipment in good condition?

  • Do all portable MARKSCON electrical equipment hold a current Test & Tag label?

  • Please provide a photo of a piece of MARKSCON equipment with a current Test label

  • DO CONTRACTORS portable electrical equipment hold a current Test & Tag label?

  • Please provide a photo of a piece of CONTRACTORS equipment with a current Test label

  • Are leads organised on lead stands or the like, not creating trip hazards, not running through water, or placed on metal/steel structures?

  • Is there clear access to the meter box or power pole?

  • Has the meter box been tested and currently tagged?

  • Are Power Supply Box utilized correctly?

  • If a SWMS for high voltage is in place, is it signed off by all personnel working within the possible contact with high voltage power lines?

  • If works are commencing within 2 meters of power lines, is an Electrical Spotter present?

SCAFFOLDING

  • IS SCAFFOLDING IN USE ON THIS SITE?

  • Is the area of operation free of floor penetrations, power lines and other hazards?

  • Has public protection been provided?

  • Have sufficient safeguards against overhead electric lines been provided?

  • Are scaffolds erected a safe distance away from from trenches or excavations?

  • Is the supporting structure in good condition?

  • If baseplates are in use, are they sufficient?

  • If mobile are wheels locked and in good condition?

  • Are joints in place sufficiently?

  • Is bracing adequate?

  • Are working platforms sufficient for the task at hand?

  • Are working platforms at the required locations?

  • Are planks secured against the wind?

  • Is there safe access and agrees to every scaffold platform?

  • Are portable ladders used of industrial grade, serviceable and correctly installed?

  • Is there adequate protection from falling debris?<br>Kickplates, Shadecloth, Hoardings etc.

WORKING AT HEIGHTS

  • Are Safe Work Method Statements developed for Working At Heights over 2 Meters?

  • Is safe access and egress provided for personnel?

  • Are barriers, barricades and signs erected to outline restricted areas?

  • Are personnel working in a safe manner when working at heights? <br>Both above and below 2 meters.

  • Are the ladders in use on site in good working order?<br>Suitable to the task they are being used for.

  • Are ladders secured on site?<br>Preventing possible falls injuries.

EXCAVATION & TRENCHING

  • IS EXCAVATION AND / OR TRENCHING BEING UNDERTAKEN ON SITE?

  • Are Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) developed and implemented on site? <br>If trenching or excavation is in a shaft deeper than 1.5 meters?<br>SWMS for Confined Space is Required

  • Is a Site Plan available foe existing and new services on Site?

  • Are new and existing services identified on site and controls implemented to prevent accidental contact?

  • Is signage and barricading used to reduce erosion collapse?

  • Are excavations regularly inspected for erosion or collapse?

  • Has safe access / egress been provided for deep excavations?

  • Has spoil material and equipment been stored away from excavation edges?

CONFINED SPACES

  • ARE CONFINED SPACES PRESENT IN THE WORK AREAS ON SITE?

  • Are Safe Work Method Statements provided for Working in Confined Spaces?

  • Are personnel trained for confined space works?

HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES

  • A hazardous substance can be identified by a warning such as "POISON", "DANGEROUS POISON" or "HAZARDOUS" on the label. Hazardous substances may include two-pack timber treatments, pesticides, fungicides, hydrochloric acid, glues, paints and thinners. Hazardous substances can also be Dangerous Goods.

  • ARE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS KEPT ON SITE?

  • Are Material Safety Date Sheets (MSDS) available for all hazardous substances?

  • Do site personnel understand MSDS's?

  • Are appropriate signs posted on storage areas on site?

  • Is appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) supplied when using hazardous materials?

OXY-ACETYLENE CUTTING & WELDING

  • IS THERE ANY OXY-ACETYLENE OR WELDING BEING CONDUCTED ON SITE?<br>Please name the contractor conducting this on site.

  • Is there a SWMS provided from contractor?

  • Is there MSDS provided from contractor?

  • Are Hot Work permits developed for Site?

  • Are permits completed and signed by Site Managers and kept on Site?

  • Are bottles stored upright in a lockable trolley?

  • Are fire fighting equipment located with bottles or at work area?

  • Are flash back arresters fitted to both the hand piece and the bottles?

  • Is correct PPE supplied and used for Oxy-Acetylene works?

  • Are hoses and fittings in good condition?

  • Is welding equipment in good working order?

  • Are screens and ventilation provided for welding works?

  • Is there any risk of dust exploding?

  • Is there any risk of debris catching fire?

POINTS of INTEREST (including follow ups)

  • ADD POINTS of INTEREST identified here along with their description(s), photos as well as ANY action taken or proposed to be taken, and those who are name responsible to ensure the agreed appropriate action be taken.

  • POINTS of INTEREST

  • POINT:
  • Follow up from last Site Inspection or Audit?

  • Title:

  • Does this pose a risk to site safety?

  • NOTES:

  • Photograph(s)

SIGN OFF

  • Please PRINT you full name and SIGN in the boxes provided.

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