Occupational Health And Safety Audit System

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• Audit Date

  Date

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Safety Officer/Agent

• Name

• Company

• Manager

• Foreman/Supervisor

• Address
  Address

• Cell phone

• Email

Auditor

• Name

• Company

• Address
  Address

• Cell phone

• Email

ALL SUB-CONTRACTORS

• No. Contractors on site

• No. of Contractor employees

• Man-hours all Subcontractors

• DI’s

PRINCIPAL CONTRACTOR

• Start Date

  Date

• End Date

  Date

• Employees on site

• Months

• Man-hours

• Total Man-hours

• DI's

• Total DI's

A. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR REGIONAL AND NATIONAL AUDITS

• Items that require 100% compliance before an audit can take place on a site:

• 1. Proof of compensation registration and proof of good standing for the principal contractor

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Principal Contractor’s Safety Plan

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. A site specific risk assessment which must include the following: safe work procedures, a monitoring plan and a review plan

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Disabling Injury Frequency Rate (DIFR)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

B. SCOPE OF WORK / APPLICABLE ITEMS: REGIONAL AND NATIONAL AUDITS

• Access/System Scaffolding

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Free Standing Scaffolding

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Mobile Scaffolding

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Suspended Scaffolding

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Temporary Works

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Openings & Edges

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Working at Height

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Demolition Work

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Excavations

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Tower Cranes

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Mobile Cranes

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Hoist

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Site Vehicles

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Conveyors

• OPTIMAL DATE

  Date

• AUDIT DATE

  Date

• Senior Contracts Director/ Construction Manager:

  Sign

• Regional Lead Auditor:

  Sign

CONSTRUCTION WORK PERMIT

• CR 3(2) An application made to the Department of Labour for a construction work permit

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 3(4) Permit number displayed at the main site entrance

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 3(6) Permit included in the health and safety file

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

NOTIFICATION

• CR 4(1) Department of Labour notified and proof of notification

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

LETTER OF GOOD STANDING

• COID Act - SEC 80, CR 5(1)(j) PC registered and in good standing with the compensation fund or licensed compensation insurer, having a valid copy of letter of good standing on the site

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

CLIENT SPECIFICATIONS

• CR 5(1)(a)(b) Did you receive a Client's specification (if no - proof requesting a copy) and Base Line Risk Assessment

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 7(1)(c)(i) Specifications relating to Contractors relayed to PC at tender stage

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

COPY OF THE ACT

• GAR 4 Updated copy of the Act and Regulations readily available to employees on site (1)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

PRINCIPAL CONTRACTOR OHS PLAN

• CR 7(1)(c )(vi) PC OH&S plan available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 5(1)(l) PC OH&S plan approved by client

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• (7)(1)(c)(x) All Contractors OH&S plan available and approved

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• (7)(1)(c)(vii) PC maintaining monthly audits of contractors/Proof thereof

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 7(1)(b) OH&S file maintained and available to the client

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

AGREEMENTS WITH MANDATORIES

• SEC 37(2) Written agreement with all Contractors

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 7(1)(c)(v) All Contractors Appointments in writing (1) / List displayed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• 7)(1)(c)(iv) Proof of registration with Compensation Insurer/Letter of good standing

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 8(7) Construction Work Supervisor designated

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 37(2) * OH&S Representatives and Committees

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 37(2) * First Aid

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK ASSESSMENT

• CR 9(1) (a)-(e) Hazard Identification conducted and results recorded

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 9(1) "Competent" Construction Site Risk Assessor appointed in writing

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• (7)(1)(c)(iv) Risk Assessment Plan drawn up (1) Updated

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 9(3) Employees informed/trained

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

GEO-SCIENCE TECHNICAL REPORTS

• CR 6(1)(c)(ii) Geo-technical report available (where issued by the client)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Method statement of sequence of construction

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

ASSIGN DUTIES (MANAGERS)

• SEC 16(2) Responsibility of complying with the OH&S Act assigned to another person/s by CEO (1)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

DUTIES OF CONTRACTORS

• CR 8(1) Construction Manager designated

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 8(2) Assistant Construction Managers designated

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 8(5),(6) "Competent" person, and register with SACPCMP, appointed in writing as a Safety Officer

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 8(7) Construction Work Supervisors designated

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 8(8) Subordinate Construction Work Supervisor/s designated an area of responsibility clearly identified in his or her letter of appointment

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

DESIGNATION OF HEALTH AND SAFETY REPRESENTATIVES

• SEC 17(1) More than 20 employees - one OH&S Representative, one additional OH&S Representative for each 50 employees or part thereof

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 17(1) SEC 18(1)(g) Designation in writing, period and area of responsibility specified

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Meaningful OH&S Representative reports

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Reports actioned by Management

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMITTEES

• SEC 19(1) OH&S Committee/s established

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 19(1) Members appointed in writing

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 19(4) Meetings held monthly

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 19(3) Minutes kept

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 20(1)(b) Incidents discussed at meetings

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Actioned by Management

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

ERECTION INSPECTION AND SUPERVISION OF SCAFFOLD

• CR 16(1) “Competent” person appointed in writing to Supervise Scaffold work

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SANS 10085-1 CR 16(1) "Competent" person appointed in writing as a Scaffold Team Leader

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SANS 10085-1 CR 16(1) "Competent" person appointed as a Scaffold Erector

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SANS (10.1.1) CR 16(1) "Competent" person appointed as a Scaffold inspector

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SANS 10085-1 Inspected weekly, after inclement weather and after major alterations

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

ERECTION, INSPECTION AND SUPERVISION OF TEMPORARY WORKS

• CR 11(1)(c) All drawings pertaining to the design of the relevant structure are kept on site and are available on request to an inspector, ot¬her contractors, the client and the client's agent or employee

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 12(1) Designer appointed to design, inspect and approve temporary works

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 12(2) Competent temporary works supervisor appointed in writing

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 12(3)(c) Detailed specific drawings of temporary structure kept on site

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 12(3)(d) Erectors provided with training and instruction to perform work safely

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 12(3)(e) All equipment used inspected by a competent person before being used

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 12(3)(g) Written authorization secured before concrete is cast

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 12(3)(f) Inspected by a competent person, before, during and after the placement of concrete. Register up to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 12(3)(n) Drawing include method statements (1) and sequence of construction

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

INSPECTION OF EXCAVATIONS

• CR 13(1)(a) Excavation supervisor appointed in writing

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 13(2)(b) Written permission issued by supervisor to work in an excavation where there no need for shoring and/or bracing

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 13(2)(k) "Competent" person appointed in writing for excavations that involve involve explosives, method statement developed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 13(2)(i) Inspected daily before every shift, after rain, after every blasting and after any damage to supports

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 13(2)(h) Register up to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

DEMOLITION WORK

• CR 14(1) "Competent" person appointed in writing to Supervise and Control all demolition work

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 14(2) Structural engineering survey done (1) Demolition Method Statement developed (1) by a "Competent" person available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 14(3) "Competent" person appointed in writing to check structural integrity during all demolition work (1) structural integrity register up to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 14(10) Demolition risk assessment done

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 14(11) Demolition Work involving Explosives' Method Statement is available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 14(11) "Competent" person appointed in writing to use explosives for demolition work

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 14(2) Inspections as per the method statement

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

INSPECTION OF LADDERS

• Good Practice - "Competent" person appointed in writing to inspect ladders

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good Practice - Ladders inspected at arrival (1) on site and monthly thereafter

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good Practice - Register up to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS AND EQUIPMENT

• CR 24(c) "Competent" person appointed in writing to control all temporary electrical installations

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 24(d) All temporary electrical installation inspected after installation, after alterations and weekly register/s up to date. COC

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 24(e) Inspection conducted by authorised operator/user on a daily basis prior to use and recorded/register up to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good Practice - Earth leakage unit tested and results recorded

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

INSPECTION OF LIFTING EQUIPMENTS, AND MATERIAL HOISTS

• CR 22(a) "Competent" person appointed in writing to inspect Lifting Machines and Equipment (LME/LMI)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 22(a) Written proof of competence of above appointee available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good Practice - Cranes & Lifting tackle identified / numbered and on the register

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• DMR 18(10)(e) * Lifting tackle - load tested once, inspected 3 monthly

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 19(6) Competent person appointed to operate a hoist

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 19 (8)(a) Competent person appointed in writing to inspect material hoist on a daily basis

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 19(8)(b)-(d) * Inspection register conducted by a competent person that entire material hoist, including guides, ropes, etc and records kept on premises

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• DMR 18(7) Log Book for each individual Crane/Hoist

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• DMR 18(7) Logbooks / registers up to date and signed off

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

INSPECTION OF TOWER CRANES

• CR 22(a) Tower crane designed and erected under supervision of a competent person

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 22(b) Relevant risk assessment and method statement developed and applied

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 22(e) Tower crane operators are competent to carry out the work safely

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 22(f) Tower crane operator(s) have a medical a certificate(s) of fitness to work in such an environment, issued by an occu¬pational health practitioner in the form of Annexure 3

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• DMR 18(5) * Tower Crane - load test on installation and every 12 months

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• DMR 18(6) * Tower Crane/s - inspected 6 monthly all ropes chains/brakes etc.

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

TRAINING OF LIFTING MACHINE DRIVERS

• DMR 18(11) Drivers/Operators in possession of valid certificates of training

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• DMR 18(11) All operators trained for particular type of lifting machine operated

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Operators designated in writing

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

SUSPENDED PLATFORMS

• CR 17(1) "Competent" person appointed in writing to Supervise the use of Suspended Platforms

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(12)(c)(i) Employees involved in the operation trained to access and egress suspended platform safely

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(2)(c)(ii) "Competent" person appointed in writing to Erect Suspended Platforms

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(2)(c)(ii) "Competent" person/s appointed in writing to Operate Suspended Platforms

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(2)(b) Contractor in possession of certificate of system design (1) issued by a professional engineer, certificated engineer or professional technologist

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(12)(c) (iv) Employees involved provided information procedures to be followed in case of emergency (2), malfunctioning (2), discovery of defect

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(12)(c)(v) Employees instructed in the proper use of the body harness

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(2)(c) Contractor in possession of operational compliance plan (1) developed by a competent person (1) based on the certificate of system design

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

Operational Compliance Plan includes:

• CR 17(2)(c)(i) *Proof of appointment of the competent person

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(2)(c)(iv) *Performance Tests

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(2)(c)(v) *Sketches indicating the completed systems with operational loading of the platform

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(2)(c)(vi) *Procedures for and record of inspections carried out

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(2)(c)(vii) * Procedures for an record of maintenance

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(3) Copy of the certificate of system design, operational design calculations, sketches and test results submitted to the Provincial Director before the commencement of the use of the system and intended type of work use

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(6)(a) Parts of the building for which outriggers of a suspended platform are supported checked by means of calculations

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(8)(a) Entire installation examined by a competent person to manufacturer's specification

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(8)(b)(c) Entire installation subjected to performance test by a competent person appointed in writing

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(8)(d) Whole installation load tested to manufacture’s standard or at 110% of the rated load

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(9) Every hoisting rope, hook or other load-attaching device examined by a competent person

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 17(10) Daily inspections done prior to use

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

BULK MIXING PLANT

• CR 20(1) "Competent" person appointed in writing to supervise bulk mixing plant operations

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 20(2) "Competent" person appointed in writing to operate bulk mixing plant

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Person appointed in writing to inspect bulk mixing plant

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Register up to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 20(8) Records of repairs and maintenance available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

CONSTRUCTION VEHICLES

• CR 23(1)(d)i "Competent" person appointed in writing to Operate Construction Vehicles or Mobile Plant

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 23(1)(k) "Competent" person appointed in writing to Inspect Construction Vehicles or Mobile Plant

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 23(1)(k) Register up to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• DMR 18(5) All relevant Load Certificates are available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 23(1)(d)(i) Valid Operator Training Certificate available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 23(1)(d)(ii) Medical Certificates of Fitness of Operators available (1)(Annex. 3)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

ROPE ACCESS

• CR 18(1)(a) Rope access supervisor appointed in writing

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 18(1)(c) Rope access operators competent and licensed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 18(2)(b) Specific fall protection plan developed by a competent person

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 18(2)(b) Fall protection plan includes records of maintenance and inspection of all equipment used in the operation

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 18(3) A rescue plan developed and in place

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

HAND TOOLS

• Good practice - A person appointed in writing to Inspect and control all hand tools

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Register up to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

FALL PROTECTION

• CR 10(1)(a-c) "Competent" person appointed in writing to Develop a FPP and ensure implementation and regular updating

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

A fall protection plan includes:

• CR 10(2)(a) *A risk assessment for all work at fall risk positions

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 10(2)(b) *The evaluation of employees medical fitness for work at fall risk positions

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 10(2)(c) *A programme for the training of employees working from fall risk position

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 10(2)(d) *Procedure for training, inspections, tests and maintenance of equipment

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 10(2)(e) Recovery plan in place (1) training records available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

TUNNELLING

• Good practice - Copy of Mines Health and Safety Act Available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Copy of Minerals Act Available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

WATER ENVIRONMENTS

• CR 26(1)(a) A contractor must ensure that where construction work is done over or in close proximity to water, provision is made for preventing persons from falling into water

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 26(1)(b) Steps taken to facilitate rescuing of workers in danger of drowning

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 26(2) Suitable and sufficient Life Jackets supplied and worn

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

STACKING AND STORAGE

• CR 28 (a) Competent person appointed in writing to supervise all stacking and storage areas and proof of inspection

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

EXPLOSIVE ACTUATED FASTENING DEVICES

• CR 21(b) User trained in the operation, maintenance and use of an explosive actuated fastening device

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 21(2)(g)(i) "Competent" person appointed in writing to supervise and control the use and safekeeping of Explosive Actuated Fastening Device

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 21(2)(b) "Competent" person appointed in writing to clean and examine daily all Explosive Actuated Fastening Device before use

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 21(2)(g)(ii) Inspections/maintenance/repairs/issues and returns recorded (including. Cartridges/empty cartridge cases/nails/fixing, bolts, etc.)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 21(1)(b) Person certified competent to use tool

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

WELDING AND FLAME CUTTING EQUIPMENT

• GSR 9 Person/s with specific knowledge and experience designated to Inspect Electric Arc, Gas Welding and Flame Cutting Equipment

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 9 Equipment identified/numbered and Register up to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 9 Equipment inspected monthly

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Register on site and up to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

EMERGENCY COORDINATOR

• ER 9 Person/s with specific knowledge and experience designated to co-ordinate fire prevention, emergency contingency planning and execution.

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

FIRE PRECAUTIONS

• CR 29(h) "Competent" person appointed in writing. Inspect all Fire Fighting Equipment

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 29(h) Inspected in a manner indicated by the manufacturer thereof

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SANS 1475 Part 1 & 2 Fire extinguisher type pressure tested as per applicable SANS standard

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 29(a) Fire Risks Identified action taken reviewed as conditions alter

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 29(h) Register/s on site and up to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 29(i) Sufficient employees trained in the use of fire fighting appliances

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

REPORTING OF ACCIDENTS

• Good practice - Incident Reporting Procedure displayed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GAR 8(a) All incidents in terms of Sect.24 reported to the Provincial Director, Department of Labour within 7 days (WCL 1 or 2)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GAR 8 Cases of Occupational Diseases Reported

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GAR 8 Copies of Reports available on Site

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

INVESTIGATION AND RECORDING OF ACCIDENTS

• GAR 9(1) All injuries which resulted in the person receiving medical treatment other than first aid, recorded and investigated by investigator designated in writing

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GAR 9(3) Copies of Annexure 1 available on Site

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 20(1)(b) Remarks by OH&S Committee

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Action taken by site Management

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

FIRST AID

• GSR 3(3)(a) Every workplace provided with a sufficient number of First Aid boxes. (Required where 5 persons or more are employed)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 3(1) First Aid freely available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR Annexure - Equipment as per the list in the OH&S Act

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 3(4) One qualified First Aider appointed where more than 10 persons are employed. One additional First Aider for every 50 persons employed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - List of First Aiders and Certificates on record

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 3(6) Name of person/s in charge of First Aid box/boxes displayed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 3(7) Record of First Aid injuries kept

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Signs instructing employees to report all Injuries/illness, including first aid/injuries

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES

• HCSR 3(3) Person/s with specific knowledge and experience designated to Control the Storage and Use of HCS

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - All substances identified and list available, e.g. acids, poisons, etc.

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) indicating hazardous properties and emergency procedures in case of incident on file or readily available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

OHS POLICY

• SEC 7(1) Policy signed by CEO and published and available to all

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 7(3) Policy displayed on Employee Notice Boards

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

HIV/AIDS

• Good practice - Is there a HIV/Aids Awareness programme on site available?

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY

• Good practice - Policy signed by CEO and published and available to all

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Policy displayed on Employee Notice Boards

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

OH&S RULES

• SEC 13 - Rules published

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 13 - Rules displayed on Employees Notice Boards

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 13 - Rules issued and explained to employees: written proof

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

INDUCTION AND TASK SAFETY TRAINING

• CR 7(6) All employees and visitors receive induction Training

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 9(3) Training includes Task Safety Instructions and Hazard identification

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Employees and visitors carry proof of training

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 13 Toolbox Talks done on a regular basis: written proof

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 14 All employees receive basic OH&S training: written proof

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 23 (1)(d)(i) Operators of Plant and Equipment receive specialised training

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 13 Follow-up to ensure employees understand and adhere to instructions

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY PROMOTION

• Good practice - No. of hours worked without a compensation claim to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - No. of days worked without a compensation claim to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Star Grading – Board kept up to date

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• SEC 13 Safety Posters displayed (1) and changed weekly / monthly (1)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Employee Notice Board for OH&S Notices

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Site OH&S Competition

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Company OH&S Competition

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Participation in Regional OH&S Competition

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

NOTICES AND SIGNS

• GSR 2B - Notices and Signs at entrances, along perimeters indicating No Unauthorized Entry

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 2B - Notices and Signs at entrances instructing visitors and non employees what to do, where to go, where to report on entering the premises with directional signs. e.g. "Visitors to report to Site Office"

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Notices and signs posted to warn of overhead work and other hazardous activities. e.g., General Warning Signs

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

SITE SAFEGUARD

• Good practice - Nets, Canopies, Stulls to protect members of the public passing entering the premises

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

SECURITY MEASURES

• Good practice - Access control - gate visitors register

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Security patrols after hours and over the weekends

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• ER 3(6) Sufficient lighting after dark

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

• Good practice - Emergency contact numbers strategically positioned near Telephone

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 29(l) Emergency Evacuation instructions posted up on all notice boards and employees' notice boards - eating, changing areas

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Emergency contingency plan available on the premises, Visible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 29(m) - Emergency alarm audible all over, Procedure communicated

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

EMERGENCY DRILL AND EVACUATION

• CR 29(l) Emergency Evacuation Plan available displayed on site, drill practiced, emergency routes indicated on site, assembly point indicated

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

PPE NEEDS ANALYSIS

• Good practice - Need for PPE identified, prescribed in writing, reviewed as necessary

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

HEAD PROTECTION

• GSR 2(3) Where prescribed: employees, contractors and visitors to wear safety hats

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

FOOT PROTECTION

• GSR 2(3) Persons required to wear suitable foot protection: wet work-gum boots, roof work-non-slip

  Yes

  No

  N/A

EYE AND FACE PROTECTION

• * Jack and or kango hammer

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Angle and or bench grinder

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Electric drill - Overhead work into bricks, cement and or concrete

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Power Actuated Fastening Devices

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Concrete vibrators and or pokers

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Hammers and Chisels

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Brazing work, flame cutting, gas welding torches

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Arc welding

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Skill saw, bench saw

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Spray Painting Equipment, etc.

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

HEARING PROTECTION

• Hearing Protectors (Muffs, Plugs etc.) used when operating the following:

• * Jack/Kango Hammers

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Power Actuated Fastening Devices

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Wood/Aluminium Working Machines e.g., saws, planers, routers

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Whilst operating graders, loaders, etc., where applicable

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

HAND PROTECTION

• Protective Gloves worn by employees handling/using the following:

• * Cement/Bricks/Steel/Chemicals

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Welding Equipment

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Hammers and Chisels

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Jack/Kango Hammers etc.

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

• Suitable/efficient Respirators worn by employees handling/using/working with:

• * Dry cement

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Dusty areas

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Hazardous chemicals

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Angle Grinders

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Spray Painters, etc.

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

FALL PREVENTION EQUIPMENT

• Suitable Safety Belts/Fall Arrest Equipment correctly used by persons working on/in unguarded, elevated positions e.g.:

• * Scaffolding

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Rigging

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Lift Shafts

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Edge work

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Ring beam edges, etc.

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Other methods of Fall prevention applied e.g. catch nets

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

• GSR 2(3) All jobs requiring protective clothing (overalls, rain-wear, welding aprons etc.) identified and clothing worn

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

PPE ISSUE AND CONTROL

• Good practice - Identified Equipment issued free of charge

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• All PPE maintained in good condition. (Regular checks)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Workers instructed on proper use and maintenance of PPE

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Employee acknowledging receipt of and that they will wear or use the PPE provided.

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Record of PPE issued kept on file

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

SCRAP REMOVAL SYSTEM

• CR 27(a)(b) All items of Scrap, unsuitable off-cuts, rubble & redundant material placed in designated areas, removed at least daily from the designated areas

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 27(e) Scrap, waste removal from heights by chute, hoist, nothing thrown or swept over the sides unless controlled and into demarcated area

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 27(a) Scrap disposed of in designated containers, and areas

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 27(d) Removal from site/yard as and when necessary

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Scrap policy available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

STACKING AND STORAGE

• Stacking:

• GSR 8(b) * Stable firm level surface and adequate base

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 8(3)(b) * Not leaning over or in danger of collapsing

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 8(4)(a) * Irregular shapes bonded if more than one stack each to support the other

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 8(4)(b) * Not exceeding 3x the base

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 8(3)(c) * Stacks accessible to employees and vehicles

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 8(2)(a) * Removed from the top not sides

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Storage:

• CR 28(b) * Adequate storage provided adequately demarcated

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 8(3)(c) * Functional-e.g. Storage areas, racks, bins protected from elements vehicles

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 28(c) * Special areas identified and demarcated for flammable gas, cement etc.

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• GSR 8(b) * Stacked in rows not in danger of collapse base adequate to carry weight

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

(SEE SECTION 1 FOR DESIGNATION AND REGISTER)

• Good practice - * Store and storage areas clear of superfluous material

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 28(c) * Storage behind buildings or containers on dunnage and controlled

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - * Storage areas free from vegetation and refuse, litter

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

WASTE CONTROL/ RECLAMATION

• CR 27(d) Off-cuts,re-useable material removed regularly, kept to a minimum in the workplace

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 27(c) Re-useable material stacked and stored in demarcated areas. Remove, flatten nails in timber

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - Issue returns (1) disposal of hardware controlled

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

CONTRACTORS

• CR 27(a) Demarcated stacking areas acceptable housekeeping standards maintained

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING

• CR 27(c) Work areas neat and tidy and kept clean

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• CR 27(c) Walkways clear of material and waste, i.e. easy access to site and work areas

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Good practice - General appearance of the site, i.e. public image

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

ACCESS SCAFFOLDING

• Foundation firm, stable, adequate for load, reasonable level

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Bracing Adequate and sufficient, secured as per the design criteria

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Platform boards - condition sufficient and secured

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Adequate handrails, correct height, toe boards provided, secured

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Adequate access ladders - stairs provided, sufficient, secured

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Area directly under surrounding area clear of material and rubble

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Appropriate safe/unsafe for use signs, strategically positioned, sufficient

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Outriggers used - tied back into the structure, base secured

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Foundation firm, stable, adequate for load, reasonable level

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Bracing Adequate and sufficient, secured as per design criteria

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Platform boards - condition, sufficient, and secured

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Adequate handrails, correct height, toe boards provided, secured

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Adequate access ladders - stairs provided, sufficient, secured

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Area directly under surrounding area, clear of material, and rubble

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Appropriate Safe/unsafe for use sign, strategically positioned, sufficient

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Height to base ratio correct

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

MOBILE SCAFFOLD

• Foundation firm, stable, adequate for load

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Adequate and sufficient bracing, assembled as prescribed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Complying with manufacturers specification

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Platform boards in good condition, sufficient and secured

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Handrails adequate, correct height and toe boards

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Adequate, suitable access provided and secured

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Area under and surrounding clear of material and rubble

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Appropriate Safe, unsafe for use signs strategically placed, sufficient

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Wheels or swivels in good condition suitable and all in position

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Brakes fitted, adequate and functional

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Height to base ratio correct, stability, reasonably level

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Outriggers - firm base, adequate positioned, spread correctly

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

STRUCTURES

• Drawings relevant to the design on site and available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

TEMPORARY WORKS

• All temporary works structure adequately erected, supported, and braced

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Temporary works structure done according to drawing

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Deck panels secured against displacement

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Persons prevented from slipping from release agent

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Upon casting, temporary structure is left in place until concrete has acquired sufficient strength to support its own weight

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Provision is made for the safe access to the temporary structure

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

SPECIAL SCAFFOLD

• Such as: Cantilever, Jib and Truss-out - erected as per design design, available material - adequate condition, access suitable, sufficient, substantial

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

CANTILEVER PLATFORM

• Design drawings available for loading platforms (1) erected according to design

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Maximum load indicated (1) correct barricading in place

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

EDGES AND OPENINGS

• Edges barricades-adequate, substantial, visible, correctly positioned

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Manhole-Barricading, placement cover adequate, danger sign, visible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Floor, landing - adequately barricaded, positioning, sufficient, visible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Access - adequate, suitable, sufficient, handrail

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lift shafts barricade -substantial, position, height, visible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

OUTRIGGERS

• Outriggers constructed of a material with adequate strength

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Suspension points provided with stop devices to prevent displacement

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Suspension wire rope and safety wire rope separately connected

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Each person on a suspended platform provided with and wears a body harness

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Hand or power driven machinery for lifting and lowering maintained in such a way that uncontrolled movement of the working platform can't occur

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Rope connections to the outriggers are vertically above the connections to the working platform

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

PLATFORM

• Suspended platform suspended as near as possible to the structure to which work is being done

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Suspended platform is fitted with anchorage points for lanyard attachment

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Notice showing the maximum mass load (2), the maximum number of persons, the maximum total mass load of persons plus loads

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Employees involved in the operation trained to access and egress suspended platform safely

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Employees involved in the operation trained to correctly operate the controls

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Employees involved in the operation trained on the dangers related to the operation

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Suspended platform isolated after use

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Stepladders - hinges, stays, braces and stiles in order

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Stepladders used correctly, stable

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Extension ladders - ropes, rungs, stiles, safety latch in order

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Extension and Straight ladders secured or tied at the top and/or the bottom

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• No joined ladders used

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• All ladders stored off the ground and protected from the elements

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Ladders protrude 900mm above landing platforms, roof

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Fixed ladders higher than 5m have cages/fall arrest system

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Equipment in good order suitable for job of Sufficient strength

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Equipment securely attached arrests in order

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Tools secured to line when necessary line secured to work area

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Openings in Floors, Edges, Slabs, Hatchways and Stairways adequately protected

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Harness Used, Vertical Life Line used, Ladders Secured

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Barricades, Warning Signs

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Chair securely suspended, no defective equipment, arrests used/attached

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION BOARDS AND EARTH LEAKAGE

• Correct colour, board numbered, symbolic sign displayed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Board accessible, area demarcated

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Fitted with inside cover plate, unused slots blanked off, no access to exposed live conductors, doors kept closed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Switches - circuit breakers identified, functional

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Earth leakage protection unit fitted connected and functional

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Access for portable electric tool cables and extension cables when doors are closed door's fitted

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS AND WIRING

• Condition of temporary wiring and extension cord insulation, adequately secured in plug, no joints

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Earthing continuity, polarity correct "Brown is live, Blue is neutral, Green / Yellow earth" all connections adequate

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

PHYSICAL CONDITION OF ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

• Electrical equipment - all items plugged into a 15 Amp outlet socket

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Insulation and casing in good condition

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Earth wire connected and intact where not of double insulated design

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Double insulation mark where no earth wire

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Cord in good condition/no bare wires/secured to machine and plug

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Plug in good condition, connected correctly and correct polarity

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

Fire Extinguishing Equipment available and accessible:

• Offices - suitable, sufficient and accessible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• General Stores - suitable, sufficient and accessible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Flammable Store - suitable, sufficient and accessible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Bulk fuel storage tanks-suitable, strategically positioned, sufficient

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Gas cutting / welding - suitable, strategically positioned, accessible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Use and disposal-flammable material. Suitable, sufficient, accessible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

MAINTENANCE

• Fire equipment serviced as prescribed-annually

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

LOCATION AND SIGNS

• Clearly visible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Unobstructed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Sign displayed including "No Smoking", "No naked flames" where necessary (Flammable store, gas store, fuel tanks etc.)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

STORAGE ISSUE AND CONTROL OF FLAMMABLE AND GAS CYLINDERS

• Disposal of contaminated and old HCS by recognised disposal agent

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage Area provided with flame retardant doors, adequate ventilation, bund wall or means to contain spillage

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Decanting of flammable liquids and substances carried out in ignition free area adequately ventilated area and where applicable container bonding<br>principles applied

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Suitably protected and isolated gas cylinder storage area

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Gas Cylinder stored, used, transported upright and secured in trolley, cradle or structure

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Types of gas cylinders identified and stored separately

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Full cylinders stored separately from empty cylinders

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• HCS storage principles applied: products segregated

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Provision made for leakage or spillage containment

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Emergency eye wash and showers strategically positioned

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Substances stores safely/segregation principles applied

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• HCS controlled by a designated person

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Decanted and issued in containers with relevant information and warning labels

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Disposal of contaminated and old HCS by recognised disposal agent

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• No floor, roof or other part of the structure overloaded

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Steps taken to prevent uncontrolled collapse

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• No person working under a structure under demolition

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Steps taken to ensure the stability of adjoining buildings

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Location of electricity, water, gas or other similar services located

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Stairwell used illuminated

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Convenient means of access provided, adequately guarded, warning notices erected

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Catch platform or nets erected above entrances or passageway above (1)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• A chute is used to avoid material free fall. Chute adequately constructed, rigidly secured, fitted with gate

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• A chute enclosed 45 degrees on all 4 sides, discharge area secured

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• No equipment used on floors unless such floors can withstand such loads

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• All waste and debris removed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Asbestos disposed off in terms of Asbestos Regulations

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Lead disposed off in terms of Lead Regulations

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Ground stability evaluated before excavation

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• No one permitted to work in an excavation that is not shored or braced unless such an excavation has been declared safe, upon the written permission by the appointed competent person

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• No load or material placed or moved near the edge of the excavation

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• If excavation is near a building, steps taken to ensure stability of such buildings

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Convenient means of access provided

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Location of electricity, water, gas or other similar services located

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Excavation exposed to the public adequately protected by a barrier or fence of at least 1m

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Excavation exposed to the public provided with warning illuminants

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Warning signs positioned next to an excavation where a person is carrying out inspections or tests

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

HAND TOOLS

• Shovels, Spades and Picks:

• Handles free of cracks and splinters

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Handles correctly fitted, secure

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Working end sharp and square

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Hammers:

• Suitable shape for task, adequate size and weight

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Condition of handles no pipe-with rubber cover- or reinforcing steel

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Handles free from cracks, adequate grip for use

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Chisels:

• No mushroomed heads, head chamfered correct shape

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Not hardened, not reinforced steel

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Cutting edge sharp and square

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

EXPLOSIVE ACTUATED FASTENING DEVICE

• Physical Condition, Storage

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Power actuated fastening device safety devices in good working order

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Power actuated tool not stored in a loaded condition

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• When not in use, the power actuated fastening device locked up in safe place inaccessible to unauthorised persons

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Prescribed warning signs strategically positioned, legible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Examined daily by a competent person & results recorded

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Cleaned daily after use

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

TOWER CRANE

• Operator to do visual inspection whilst ascending and descending the access ladder, record his findings, report to his supervisor

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Structure - record of visible defects available, report to supervisor

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Electrical-cables secured, D/B closed, protected, warning notice

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Crane hook: Throat pop marked, safety latch fitted, functional, MML displayed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Limit mechanism - over load, over wind, both operational

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Access ladder - backrests or platform, fall arrest system installed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Lifting tackle - condition, identified

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

MOBILE CRANE

• Pre-ignition check done, check sheet completed, signed by supervisor

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Rear view mirrors both fitted, condition

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Windscreen fitted, condition

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Windscreen wipers condition, operational

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Indicators fitted, operational

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Hooter working

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Lights operational - condition, head lights, tail lights

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• No Oil leaks

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Correct slinging techniques used, slings suitable

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Hydraulic pipes - condition, attachment, no leaks

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Boom condition no visible damage, report defects

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Cable, sheaves greased (1) no visible damage (1) or corrosion (1) report (1)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Crane hook: Throat pop marked, safety latch fitted, MML displayed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Deflection chart fitted, condition, visible to the operator

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Outrigger base risk assessment done, underground services identified

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Outriggers not in close proximity to excavations

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Outriggers condition, foot plates fitted, used when lifting

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

GANTRY CRANE

• Condition, adequate capacity, suitably attached

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Signals: Hand signals given by rigger, slinger, observed by the operator

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Warning notices good condition, strategically positioned

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Logbook kept, updated, signed by supervisor

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Prescribed inspection of crane, lifting tackle, and findings reported

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• "Crane overhead" signage condition, strategically placed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Crane hook: Throat pop marked, safety latch fitted, functional

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• MML displayed on support beam

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• MML displayed, condition, load limiting switches fitted, operational

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• "Hoist In Operation" - sign displayed, and strategically positioned

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• General construction adequate and free from visible latent defects

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• *Adequately braced, secured, tied in or back

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• *Protrude at least 900mm above top landing i.e. overtravel

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• *Barricaded at least 2100mm high at ground level and each floor

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• *Landings provided with gate at least 2100mm high suitable ramp

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• General requirements:

• *Steel wire ropes adequate strength, condition, means of attachment

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• *No persons to be transported, notice displayed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• *Signal systems suitable, being used

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• *Items prevented from moving, platform adequate

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• * Effective brake capable of holding max. weight

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

SITE VEHICLES

• All Site Vehicles, Dumpers, Bobcats, Loaders etc. pre-ignition check by operator, documented, action taken, signed by supervisor

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Inventory of vehicles on site log books and service records

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Inspected per checklist findings recorded, record kept on premises

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Passengers seating provided, sufficient and suitable

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Site speed limit displayed and adhered to

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

CONVEYOR BELT

• Conveyor belt guarding of nip-points, drive and tail pulley

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Emergency stop accessible, head protruding trip wire operational

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Conveyor frame supported, structure protected, adequately secured

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

BRICK CUTTING MACHINE

• Only authorised persons use the machine

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Emergency stop switch clearly marked and accessible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Area around the machine dry and slip/ trip free/clear of off cuts

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• All moving drive parts guarded (1) /electrical supply cable protected

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Operators using correct PPE - eye/face/hearing/foot/hands/body

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

ELECTRIC ARC WELDER

• Only authorised / trained persons use welder

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Adequately earthed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Electrode holder in good condition/safe

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Cables, clamps and lugs/connectors tight and in good condition

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Area in which welding machine is used is dry/protected from wet

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Fire extinguisher readily available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Welder using correct PPE - eye/face/foot/body/respirator

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Screens & warning signs placed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

WOODWORKING MACHINES

• Only authorized persons use machines

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Provided with guards and guard correctly positioned

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Anti-kickback device fitted

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Riving knife fitted

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Operators using and wearing the correct PPE - eye, face, hearing and feet.

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

COMPRESSORS

• Relief valves set, locked and sealed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• All drives adequately guarded

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Receiver/lines drained daily

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Hoses in good condition/clamped, restrain chains fitted on hose connectors

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

BULK MIXING PLANT

• A top platform provided with guard rails

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Dust abatement methods in use

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Operators using correct PPE - eyes/hands/ears/respirators

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• All moving drive parts guarded

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Emergency stops identified/indicated (1) and accessible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Area kept clean/dry/ and free from trip and slip hazards

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

ELECTRIC TILE CUTTER

• Emergency stop switch clearly marked and accessible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Operators using correct PPE - eye/face/hearing/foot/hands/ body

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• All moving drive parts guarded, electrical supply cable protected

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Operators using correct PPE - eye / face/hearing/ foot/hands/body

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

PIPE THREADING MACHINE

• Only persons authorized to use the machine

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Emergency stop switch clearly marked and accessible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Area around the machine dry and slip/ trip free and clear of off cuts

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• All moving drive parts guarded, electrical supply cable protected

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Operators using correct PPE - eye/face/hearing/foot/hands/body

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

PLASTIC CUTTER and HEAT WELDER

• Only authorised persons use the machine

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Emergency stop switch clearly marked and accessible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Area around the machine dry and slip/ trip free and clear of off cuts

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• All moving drive parts guarded/electrical supply cable protected

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Operators using correct PPE - eye/face/hearing/foot/hands/body

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

GAS CUTTING OR WELDING EQUIPMENT

• Torches and gauges in good condition

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Flashback arrestors fitted at cylinders and gauges (where specified)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• EQUIPMENT Hoses in good condition, correct type, all connections with clamps

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Cylinders stored, used transported in upright position, secured in trolley/cradle to structure

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Suitable fire extinguisher in close proximity

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

SUPERVISION OF THE USE & MAINTENANCE OF MACHINERY

• Person/s with specific knowledge and experience designated to supervise the use and maintenance of machinery (

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Critical items of machinery identified-numbered-placed on register-inventory

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Subordinate competent person

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Inspections/maintenance schedules for abovementioned

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Inspections/maintenance carried out to above schedules

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Results recorded

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

NOTICE

• Schedule D Notice in Work areas

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

PRESSURE EQUIPMENT

• Person/s with specific knowledge and experience designated to supervise the use and maintenance of Pressure Equipment

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Pressure Equipment identified/numbered/placed on register/manufactures plate intact

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Inspection/maintenance schedule for above mentioned

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Inspection/maintenance carried out to the above schedules

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Results record/Test certificate available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

LOCK OUT PROCEDURES

• Lock-out procedure in operation

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

ERGONOMICS

• Ergonomics survey conducted - results on record

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Survey results applied

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

DEMARCATION AND COLOUR CODING

• Demarcation principles applied

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• All services, pipes, electrical installation, stop-start controls, emergency controls etc. colour coded to own published or SANS Codes

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Employees trained to identify colour coding

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

COMPRESSOR AND RECEIVER TANK

• Relief valves set, locked and sealed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Maximum Safe Working Pressure (MSWP) indicated on face of pressure gauge

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• All drives adequately guarded

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Restraining chains fitted on hose connectors

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Receiver/lines drained daily

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Hoses in good condition/clamped, restrain chains fitted on hose connectors

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

PORTABLE AND BENCH GRINDERS

• Area around grinder clear/trip/slip free

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Bench grinders mounted securely/grinder generally in good condition / No excessive vibration

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• On/Off switch/button clearly marked/visible and accessible

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Adequate guards in place and used

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Tool rest - secure/square/max. 3mm gap

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Stone/disk - correct type and size/mounted correctly/dresses

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Use of Eye protection enforced

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

BATTERY STORAGE AND CHARGING

• Adequately ventilated, ignition free room/area/no smoking sign/s

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Batteries placed on rubber/wooden surface

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Emergency shower/eye wash provided

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• No acid storage in area

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

AUXILIARY LIFTING EQUIPMENT

• Chain blocks/trifors/jacks/mobile gantries etc. identified/numbered/on register

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Chains in good condition/links no excessive wear

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Lifting hook - throat pop marked/safety latch fitted

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• MML marked/displayed

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

PRESSES/ SHEARS AND GUILLOTINES

• Only operated by trained / authorised persons

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Interlocks/lock-out fitted

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Controls accessible to operator

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Clear working space/housekeeping

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

LIGHTING

• Adequate lighting in places where work is being executed, e.g. stairwells and basements

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Light fittings placed / installed causing no irritating /blinding glare

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

VENTILATION

• Adequate ventilation/extraction/exhaustion in hazardous areas, e.g. chemicals/adhesives/welding/petrol or diesel motors running and in confined spaces/basements

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

NOISE

• Tasks identified where noise exceeds 85 dBa

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• All reasonable steps taken to reduce noise levels at source first

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Hearing protection used where noise levels could not be reduced to below 85 dBa

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

HEAT STRESS

• Measures in place to prevent heat exhaustion in heat stress problem areas e.g. steel decks, when the WBGT index reaches 30. ( See Environmental Regulation 4)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Cold drinking water readily available when extreme temperatures are experienced

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

ABLUTIONS

• Sufficient toilets provided - 1 per 30 employees

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Toilet paper available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Sufficient Showers provided (after consultation) - 1 per 15 employees

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Facilities for washing hands provided

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Soap available for washing hands

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Means of drying hands available

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Changing facilities/area provided for Males

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Changing facilities/area provided for Females

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Ablution facilities hygienic and clean

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

EATING/COOKING FACILITIES

• Adequate storage facilities provided

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Weather protected eating area provided, separate from the changing area

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Refuse bins with lids provided

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Facilities clean and hygienic

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

POLLUTION OF ENVIRONMENT

• Measures in place to minimise dust generation

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Accumulation of empty cement pockets, plastic wrappings, bags, packing material, etc. prevented

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Spillage/discarding of oil, chemicals and dieseline into storm water and other drains prevented

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

ENVIRONMENTAL

• Environmental Policy and Plan available (required by client or municipal by-laws)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

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