NFDC site audit

• Audit Title

• Audit No.

• Client / Site

• Location
  Address

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Site manager/supervisor

SSiP and noted items

• Is there an existing CHAS certificate?

• CHAS certificate.

  Media

• Is there an NFDC certificate?

• NFDC certificate.

  Media

Site project information

• Demolition type

  General demolition

  Tower block

  Stressed concrete structure

  Reinforced concrete structure

  Chimney demolition

• Project duration in weeks:

• Project environment

  Select City centre Commercial zone Residential zone Industrial zone Sub-urban Agricultural

  • City centre
  • Commercial zone
  • Residential zone
  • Industrial zone
  • Sub-urban
  • Agricultural

• How many persons are working on the site?

• What type of work are they carrying out?

• What resources are available for this project? (Plant and equipment)

• Plant and equipment.

  Media

1.0 Site documentation

• 1.1 Is there a company's general health and safety policy statement displayed on site and available for inspection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.1.1 When was it last reviewed?

• 1.1.2 Has the H&S Policy and H&S Statement been communicated to the workforce?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.1.3 Is the policy signed and dated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Health and safety policy.

  Media

• 1.2 Is there a detailed H&S management plan available for the project?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.3 Has this project been notified to the appropriate authority?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.3.1 Is a copy of the F10 displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• F10

  Media

• 1.4 Is there a section 80 and 81 or a demolition warrant in place for this project?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.5 Is there a copy of the Refurbishment or Demolition asbestos survey on site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.6 Has a job specific method statement been developed for the work in progress?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.6.1 Is this adequate for the work in hand?

• 1.7 Are there adequate risk assessments available for the tasks being undertaken on this project?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.8 Are there adequate COSHH assessments for all hazardous substances on site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.9 Is the H&S poster displayed on site and completed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.10 Is there a copy of the contractor’s employer’s liability insurance certificate displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.10.1 What is the date of expiry?

• Health and safety poster.

  Media

• 1.11 Is there an adequate format for recording day to day information on site? I.e. Site diary or similar?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Site documentation: Observations

• Additional photographs.

  Media

2.0 Site Organisation / Security

• 2.1 Does the site have a secure boundary with controlled access points?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.2 Are there adequate warning signs to comply with the Safety Signs Regulations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Warning signs.

  Media

• 2.3 Is there an adequate emergency / fire / traffic management plan for this site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.3.1 How is this communicated?

  Visual plan

  Tool-box-talk

  Induction

  Safety cards

• Recorded type.

  Media

• 2.3.1 Explanation on how this information is communicated.

• 2.4 Does this site have adequate controls in place to prevent unauthorised access to site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.5 Are adequate site inductions carried out and recorded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Signing off/attendance sheet.

  Media

• 2.6 Does the contractor carry out regular Tool Box Talks to ensure adequate communication is carried out on safety matters?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Attendance sheet.

  Media

• 2.7 Have any Temporary works been identified?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.8 Have the Temporary works been designed and checked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.8.1 Note design reference. If full temporary works are in place document trail to be reviewed.

• 2.9 Confirm suitable arrangements are in place for Temporary work Co-ordinator and Temporary works supervisor (including Heras fencing).

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.9.1 Note names of appointed persons. TWC: TWS:

• 2.10 Is there a permit to load unload the Temporary works?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Site Organisation / Security: Observations

• Additional photographs.

  Media

3.0 Competence and Training

• 3.1 (a) Total number of Demolition operatives on site? (Including agency labour).

• 3.1(a).1 Do all operatives have a valid CCDO card as per NFDC rules?

  Compliant

  Non-compliant

• 3.1 (b)Total number of Demolition plant operators on site?

• 3.1(b).1 Do all operatives have a valid CPCS (demolition specific) plant card as per NFDC rules?

  Compliant

  Non-compliant

• 3.1.2 Is there evidence of the signing in sheet for reference?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Signing in sheet.

  Media

• 3.2 ALL Demolition site operatives are required to be adequately trained with CCDO competency based qualifications? (This number should tally with the number in 3.1 [a]).

• 3.3 Are all plant Demolition operators in possession of a CPCS (demolition specific) card/qualification? (This number should tally with the number in 3.1 [b]).

• 3.4 Does the Company have a current training matrix for all employees and can the site supervisor access this matrix?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Training matrix.

  Media

• 3.5 Are the site supervisors / site manager suitably qualified to undertake their roles with the appropriate level CCDO card? (Gold & Black)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Card.

  Media

• 3.6 Have ALL operatives undertaken a recognised Asbestos Awareness or Asbestos removal course to NDTG standard?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Training records.

  Media

• 3.7 Have ALL operatives undertaken a recognised Demolition Health and Safety Awareness course to NDTG standards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Training records.

  Media

• 3.8 Does the organisation have access to competent health and safety advice?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.8.1 Who is the provider?

• 3.8.2 Internal or external?

  Internal

  External

• 3.8.3 Confirm CV of appointed safety advisor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.9 Are there suitable arrangements in place for assessing the competence of sub-contractors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Competence and Training: Observations.

• Additional photographs.

  Media

4.0 Inspections and Maintenance (Plant & Equipment)

• 4.1 Does all plant and equipment being used for this project have the relevant inspection certification available PUWER?<br>Mechanical & Electrical

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.2 Is all the plant and equipment used on site detailed within a site register and the maintenance and pre-operational inspections of all plant recorded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.3 Is all plant and equipment adequate and in a suitable condition for the work being carried out?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.4 Is all electrical equipment PAT tested, including Welfare Unit?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Inspections and Maintenance (Plant & Equipment): Observations

• Additional photographs.

  Media

5.0 Working at Height

• 5.1 If work at height is necessary, has safe access been provided in line with the Working at Heights Regulation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5.1.1 Is there a written assessment available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5.2 Where a scaffold has been provided does a competent person inspect the scaffold on a regular basis?<br>At least every 7 days.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5.3 Where an aluminium scaffold tower is in use has it been erected and inspected by a competent person prior to use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5.4 Where fall arrest equipment is in use has it been inspected, certificated and checked prior to use and findings recorded by a competent person?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Name of Competent Person?

• 5.5 Are all operatives trained to work at height?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Training certificates.

  Media

• 5.6 Is a rescue plan in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the plan been drilled, tested and updated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Working at Height: Observations.

• Additional photographs.

  Media

6.0 Asbestos Removal NNLW (Notifiable Non Licensed Work) and or (Non Licensed Work) NLW

• 6.1 Confirm suitable arrangements are in place within the Health & Safety Policy.

  Suitable

  Not suitable

• 6.2 NNLW Notification Number

• 6.3 Are all operatives adequately trained in NNLW asbestos removal techniques to UKATA//NDTG standards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.4 Are operatives wearing the correct PPE/RPE for the work in hand as identified in the RAMs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.5 Has the RPE issued been correctly face fitted?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Confirm date of certification and for appropriate mask being used.

• 6.6 Is the working area suitable demarcated and asbestos warning signs displayed in prominent positions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.7 Are operatives handling ACMs in Accordance with RAMs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.8 Is the waste skip secure and lockable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Asbestos skip.

  Media

• 6.9 Are waste disposal documents being recorded correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.10 Are Medical Records kept?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.11 Are exposure records kept?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Asbestos Removal NNLW (Notifiable Non Licensed Work) and or (Non Licensed Work) NLW: Observations.

• Additional photographs.

  Media

7.0 Licensed Asbestos Removal works.

• 7.1 Confirm that suitable arrangements are in place within the Health & Safety Policy.

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 7.2 If asbestos work has been completed, review Clearance Test Certificate.

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 7.3 Is the ASB5 notification available for inspection?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 7.4 Is there a detailed method statement for the asbestos removal operations available for inspection?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 7.5 Is the decontamination unit in position and fully certificated and operational?<br>

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 7.6 Is the asbestos removal works fully enclosed with an operational three stage air lock and adequate viewing panels?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 7.7 Are there records of air monitoring, clearance certification, face fit tests, operative and supervisor training, medicals and equipment inspection records?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 7.8 If removal works being carried out confirm Competence of Sub-Contractor and works supervisor.

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Licensed Asbestos Removal works: Observations.

• Additional photographs.

  Media

8.0 Health Surveillance.

• 8.1 Has an adequate evaluation of hand and arm vibration been carried out?<br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.1.1 Is operative use recorded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.2 Has a hand and arm vibration risk assessment been carried out?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.3 Has an adequate evaluation of noise generating activities been carried out?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.4 Are operatives engaged in hot works in possession of recent lead medicals if identified in risk assessments?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.5 Are suitable controls in place to protect operatives from health hazards?<br>i.e. ventilation, screening, suitable equipment, work rotation, etc.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.6 Are operatives using PPE correctly in line with the hazardous activities being undertaken?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.7 Has RPE been correctly face fitted for the task in hand?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.8 Has the appropriate RPE been issued in accordance with RAMs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.9 Are there adequate arrangements in place for manual handling operations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.10 (a) Confirm arrangements are in place to ensure compliance with health surveillance procedures for exposure to:<br>• Noise

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.10 (b) Confirm arrangements are in place to ensure compliance with health surveillance procedures for exposure to:<br>• Dermatitis

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.10 (c) Confirm arrangements are in place to ensure compliance with health surveillance procedures for exposure to:<br>• Respiratory issues

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.10 (d) Confirm arrangements are in place to ensure compliance with health surveillance procedures for exposure to:<br>• Vibration

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.11 Does your company operate an occupational health policy?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Health Surveillance: Observations

• Additional photographs.

  Media

9.0 Lifting Operations.

• 9.1 Has a suitable lifting plan and method statement been developed for specific lifting activities?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.2 Have Risk Assessments been completed for the lifting works?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.3 Are the persons carrying out the lifting operations competent to carry out their duties? i.e. Appointed Persons, Lifting Supervisor, Slinger-Signaller.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.3.1 Who is the appointed person?

• 9.4 Are all appliances inspected weekly and thoroughly examined every 12 months by a competent person?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.5 Does all the lifting gear/ chains slings etc on site have current test certification?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.6 Are the lifting operations being carried out in line with the lift plan and is the operation being conducted safely and meet current regulatory requirements?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.7 Confirm that suitable arrangements are in place within the Health & Safety Policy.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the policy give reference to lifting plans and appointed persons?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lifting Operations: Observations.

• Additional photographs.

  Media

10.0 Emergency Procedures and Equipment.

• 10.1 Is there adequate provision for first aid arrangements?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 10.1.1 Name(s) of appointed Emergency First Aider No of Emergency First Aiders No. of Full (3D) First Aiders

• 10.2 Is a first aid kit available on site and conforms to BS8599 and that the contents are in date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 10.3 Is there a clearly marked muster point?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 10.4 Are there clearly marked fire points situated in prominent positions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 10.5 Are all fire extinguishers suitable for the specific work areas and are they maintained correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 10.6 Are there satisfactory arrangements for recording, reporting and investigating accidents and RIDDOR incidents?<br><br>(Review and comment on any recent accidents, investigations and remedial actions).

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency Procedures and Equipment: Observations.

• Additional photographs.

  Media

11.0 Demolition / Dismantling.

• 11.1 Are the correct demolition and dismantling procedures being followed in accordance with RAMs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.2 Are operatives / plant operators using the correct plant and equipment for the work in hand in accordance with Method Statement?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.3 Are active hazardous working areas suitably cordoned off and or controlled by a banksman?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.4 Are all operatives working from a safe access point?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.5 Are all operatives wearing the correct PPE/ RPE for the work in hand?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.6 Are exclusion zones being correctly established and controlled in accordance with BS6187?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.7 Are there Disconnection Certificates for Utilities?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Demolition / Dismantling: Observations.

• Additional photographs.

  Media

12.0 Environmental Issues.

• 12.1 Is dust kept to a minimum and is dust suppressant used when required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 12.2 Have all waterways, surface water drains, sewers been identified and precautions taken to avoid contamination of water courses etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 12.3 Are nuisance noise levels and activities kept to minimum and controlled to avoid a problem to surrounding areas

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 12.4 Are all other environmental issue affecting this project being handled in an environmentally safe manner (including bats, newts, and other protected flora and fauna?)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 12.5 Does the company hold ISO 14001 Certification?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• ISO 14001 certificate.

  Media

• 12.6 Does the Company have an Environmental Statement in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 12.7 Does the Company have competent environmental advice?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 12.8 Does the Company train employees on environmental issues?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• What evidence is available?

  Media

• Environmental Issues: Observations.

• Additional photographs.

  Media

13.0 Welfare Arrangements

• 13.1 Does the site have adequate toilet, washing and drying room facilities?

  Compliant

  Non-compliant

• 13.2 Is there adequate provision for both men and women if necessary?

  Compliant

  Non-compliant

• 13.3 Are all welfare facilities clean and tidy?

  Compliant

  Non-compliant

• 13.4 Is there adequate provision for drinking water?

  Compliant

  Non-compliant

• 13.5 Are there adequate facilities for preparation and eating food?

  Compliant

  Non-compliant

• 13.6 If welfare provided by Principle Contractor, the Demolition Contractor has a responsibility to ensure standards?

  Compliant

  Non-compliant

• 13.7 Confirm that suitable arrangements are in place within the Health & Safety Policy.

  Compliant

  Non-compliant

• Welfare Arrangements: Observations

• Additional photographs

  Media

14.0 Waste Management.

• 14.1 Is there a structure in place to adequately monitor, record and manage demolition arisings? i.e. through use of the DRIDS (Demolition & Refurbishment Information Sheets) system?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.2 Is there an adequate register available for the movement of all material from site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.3 Is the site registered with the environmental agency?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Confirm Licence & registration number:

• 14.4 Is there a materials recovery index % available for this project?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.5 Is waste retained on site stored in a safe manner whilst awaiting removal?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste storage.

  Media

• 14.6 Is waste being segregated into appropriate areas or containers to avoid any buildup of waste materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.7 Is all hazardous waste being correctly handled and disposed of?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste Management: Observations.

• Additional photographs.

  Media

15.0 Monitor Observe Review Record (MORR)

• 15.1 Are there suitable arrangements in place and supporting evidence of regular performance reviews of health and safety e.g. workplace/site inspection reports, completed audit review, action plans for improvement and discussions/reports to senior management?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Monitor Observe Review Record (MORR): Observations.

• Additional photographs.

  Media

16.0 Consultation

• 16.1 Are systems in place to ensure effective communication for non-English speaking persons or those with communication disabilities?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Reference to the section of H&S policy.

• Additional evidence i.e translated documents and/or handbooks.

  Media

• 16.2 Are there adequate systems in place which enable co-operation and co-ordination with the organisation and within other contractors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Reference to the section of H&S policy.

• Additional evidence i.e noticeboards and co-ordination meetings.

  Media

• 16.3 Confirm procedures in place to ensure communication of Health & Safety issues with the workforce.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• What procedures are in place?

  Select Yes No N/A

  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A

• Consultation: Observations.

• Additional photographs.

  Media

Site audit sign off:

• Date of audit

  Date

• Signed by site manager/supervisor

  Sign

• Site manager/supervisor photograph.

  Media

• Signed by auditor

  Sign