PBS - Subcontractor H&S Inspection

• Site Inspection Title:

• Report Serial Number:

• Subcontractor:

• Principal Contractor:

• Conducted On:

  Date

• Report Prepared By:

• Site Address:
  Address

SCOPE OF WORKS

• The following works are currently in progress:

  Select Demolition Soft Strip Out Excavation / Groundworks Piling & Foundations Utilities and Infrastructure Civil Works Landscaping Structural (Concrete) Structural (Steelwork) Structural (Timber) Cladding Masonry Roofing Glazing Waterproofing Interior / Finishing / Fit Out Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Commissioning and Testing Temporary Works (Scaffolding, formwork, propping, shoring) Tower Crane Erection / Dismantle Lifting Operations Logistics & Deliveries Asbestos Removal Demobilisation Other

  • Demolition
  • Soft Strip Out
  • Excavation / Groundworks
  • Piling & Foundations
  • Utilities and Infrastructure
  • Civil Works
  • Landscaping
  • Structural (Concrete)
  • Structural (Steelwork)
  • Structural (Timber)
  • Cladding
  • Masonry
  • Roofing
  • Glazing
  • Waterproofing
  • Interior / Finishing / Fit Out
  • Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing
  • Commissioning and Testing
  • Temporary Works (Scaffolding, formwork, propping, shoring)
  • Tower Crane Erection / Dismantle
  • Lifting Operations
  • Logistics & Deliveries
  • Asbestos Removal
  • Demobilisation
  • Other

PREVIOUS SITE INSPECTION

• Has the site received a previous site inspection?

• Have all none compliances been rectified?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

INCIDENTS

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Does the subcontractor have an incident reporting procedure in place, and are management & operatives aware of it?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is there an accident / incident log book available on site? If not, is there a digital system in place?

  Yes

  N/A

• Have any incidents or near misses occured since the last site audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Has the PC been notified of the incident?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has an incident investigation and report been carried out?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the subcontractor notified the HSE of RIDDOR (if applicable) ?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

PRINCIPAL CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is the appropriate documentation in place (F10, Site Rules, H&S Law Poster, First Aiders, Local Hospitals details, Employers Liability Insurance, etc)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the welfare facilities suitable (Toilets, hot and cold water, canteen, heating food and water)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has safe access & egress been provided to the point of works?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have suitable arrangements been made for Fire & Emergencies?<br><br>- Are there adequate fire escape routes, and are they signed and kept clear?<br>- Is there an Emergency Evacuation Plan in place and on display, are operatives aware of it, does it take account of existing systems?<br>- Is there a suitable means of raising the alarm and is it audible in all parts of the site?<br>- Has an appropriate muster point been designated, clearly signed and are workers aware of it's location? <br>- Is emergency lighting provided, with battery back up, where required?<br>- Are appropriate and sufficient site fire extinguishers available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the PC provided sufficient edge protection for all leading edges as per the Working at Height Regulations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there sufficient controls in place for people and plant segregation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

MANAGEMENT, COMMUNICATION & INDUCTIONS

COMMUNICATION

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Are tool box talks carried out on a weekly basis with evidence recorded?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are daily safe start briefings carried out and recorded?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

MANAGEMENT

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Are work activities being coordinated and managed safely?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is there sufficient management & supervision on site?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Do the managers & supervisors hold the relevant CSCS & SMSTS/SSSTS certificates?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is there a qualified fire marshal?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is there a qualified first aider?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Does the Site Manager/Supervisor hold Asbestos Awareness (if required)?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Has the manager carried out and documented site safety inspections, as per their H&S Policy / PC Requirements?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

INDUCTIONS

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Are inductions carried out, and is there evidence of completed inductions being recorded?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are operatives certificates & CSCS cards checked and documented to ensure they are competent for their role?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is the information, emergency procedures and risks delivered in the Induction specific to the project and recorded?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are they approved and signed by the PC as per the PC's H&S Policy ?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

LOGISTICS

HOUSEKEEPING

• Is this relevant to the audit?<br>

  Yes

  N/A

• Do operatives comply with designated storage areas for plant, materials, waste and flammable substances?

  Compliant

  Immediate

  Concern

  N/A

  Observation

• Are walkways and primary escape routes clear of stored and waste materials?

  Compliant

  Immediate

  Concern

  N/A

  Observation

• Have materials been stored securely to prevent objects from falling?

  Compliant

  Immediate

  Concern

  N/A

  Observation

• Are working areas left reasonably clean & tidy?

  Compliant

  Immediate

  Concern

  N/A

  Observation

• Is there good management of trailing cables? i.e hung at height, secured with sky hooks

  Compliant

  Immediate

  Concern

  N/A

  Observation

WASTE

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Do subcontractors comply with their responsibility to clear and remove waste from their work areas?

  Compliant

  Immediate

  Concern

  N/A

  Observation

• Are waste collections frequent enough to prevent a build up of waste materials?

  Compliant

  Immediate

  Concern

  N/A

  Observation

METHOD STATEMENTS & RISK ASSESSMENTS

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is there an on-site method statement that is site specific, suitable and sufficient, and covers the subcontractor's full scope of works?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are RAMS communicated to operatives and countersigned as confirmation of being understood?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are the risk assessments current, suitable and sufficient?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are they approved and signed by the PC as per the PC's H&S Policy ?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

PERMITS TO WORK

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Have activities requiring PTW been identified, signed off by the correct AP, and copies retained on site?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Have permits been obtained by operatives as per the procedure when carrying out the works?

  Compliant

  Immediate

  Concern

  N/A

  Observation

HOT WORKS

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is a Hot Work Permit in place and is there evidence that it is being signed off and closed out as per site procedures?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is there a minimum of x2 suitable fire extinguishers to hand where hot works are being carried out?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is ignition of nearby combustible surfaces prevented?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

COSHH

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is there a COSHH register, and have all harmful substances been identified on site?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are hazardous substances stored as per their COSHH risk assessments?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Have the correct controls for safe use been adhered to by operatives as per their COSHH risk assessment?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Have sufficient COSHH Assessments been completed for all substances being used?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are Material Safety Data Sheets available on site?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

NOISE

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Have noisy operations with a risk of exposure above 80dB been identified in a noise risk assessment?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Has the correct levels of hearing protection been provided to those exposed to noisy activities, and is this captured within the RA?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are sufficient controls in place to eliminate or reduce the output of noisy works?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are operatives adhering to the controls set out in their RAMS?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

HAVS

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Have operations involving hazardous levels of vibration been identified within a risk assessment?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are appropriate control measures implemented where operatives are likely to exceed their daily EAV & EAL exposure limits?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• If required, are operatives recording their daily exposure times?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Are all site personnel compliant with the site required PPE?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Has suitable PPE been provided for activities being carried out? Is the PPE being worn fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is PPE in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

LOW LEVEL WORK AT HEIGHT EQUIPMENT/MOBILE TOWERS

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is low level access equipment inspected weekly (Hop ups, podiums, step ladders, ladders)?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is the selected low level access equipment right for the task?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are they in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are mobile scaffold towers erected correctly and by a competent PASMA trained person?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

POWERED ACCESS EQUIPMENT (MEWPS)

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Are equipment operators trained and competent?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is the equipment stable and on level ground

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Does the MEWP have a valid LOLER 6 month certificate?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Does the MEWP have a copy of the manufacturers manual available on the machine?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are operators recording pre-use inspection checks?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Has a risk assessment been completed for MEWPS, and considerations made for anti crush controls where necessary?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is there a rescue plan in place, and are the operatives aware of it?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are the emergency release controls free from obstruction whilst in use?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

LIFTING OPERATIONS AND LIFTING EQUIPMENT

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is there an up to date LOLER register held on site and evidence of weekly inspections being recorded?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is there a lift plan in place, and is it relevant to the current scope of works?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are loads being slung / lifted as per their lift plan?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are operators recording pre-use inspection checks?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Does the lifting equipment have current LOLER inspection / test certificates?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are Crane Operators & Slingers competent?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

PUWER

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Do PUWER registers account for all plant and equipment on site, and is there evidence of inspection records?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is plant and equipment being used safely?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is there the appropriate test certification for hired and fixed plant and equipment held on site?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are operators recording pre-use inspection checks?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

SCAFFOLDING

• Does the scaffolding fall under the responsibility of the PC?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is scaffold inspected / tagged every 7 days, with written reports held on site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there safe access?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are standards upright and on a firm foundation?<br>Are standards / ledgers / braces / struts in correct position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are appropriate guard rails and toe boards in place? <br>If required, are brick guards / debris netting / debris fans installed and suitable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are scaffold design drawings provided where applicable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are platforms clean and free from debris?<br>Are materials evenly distributed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are platforms fully boarded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the scaffolding fall under the responsibility of the Subcontractor?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is scaffold inspected / tagged every 7 days, with written reports held on site?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is there safe access?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are standards upright and on a firm foundation?<br>Are standards / ledgers / braces / struts in correct position?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are appropriate guard rails and toe boards in place? <br>If required, are brick guards / debris netting / debris fans installed and suitable?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are scaffold design drawings provided where applicable

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are platforms clean and free from debris?<br>Are materials evenly distributed?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are platforms fully boarded?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is there a Lock out Tag out or permit system in place?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is the supply a maximum of 110V?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are trip devices / RCDs used where mains voltage is used?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are cables and leads in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Does electrical equipment on site have a current Portable Appliance Test in place?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

TEMPORARY WORKS

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Do the temporary works appear to be in a safe condition, public protected and unauthorised access prevented?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is there an appointed and competent Temporary Works Coordinator?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are structural engineer drawings available for all temporary works?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is there a Temporary Works Register, and does it account for all temporary works on the project?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Have Temporary Works Inspections been carried out and recorded? i.e scaffolding, hoarding, acrow props.

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Do all temporary access and protective coverings have safe working loads? i.e Access ramps, AOV coverings, riser coverings, temporary loading platforms.

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

EXCAVATIONS

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Permit to dig is issued by the PC?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Utilities plans obtained and checked (issued within 90 days of permit)?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is the location, type and status of services marked out on service plans?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Utility service providers have been contacted and made aware of the proposed works near any live services?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Live services made dead where possibl.?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Work area surveyed by a competent person, using CAT & genny and trail holes to confirm the exact location of underground services?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Location of services have been clearly identified using spray paint or markers?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Supervisor of the excavation is competent in the principles of safe digging and/or avoidance of underground services?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Excavation soil type, size, ground water table level and surrounding water features has been reviewed by an engineer to confirm Excavation Support temporary works design?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Sufficient edge protection and access into the excavation is in place before works commence?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Rescue and emergency procedures are in place? i.e Gas Monitors, rescue winch, breathing apparatus

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Excavation inspections are carried out & recorded daily AND after extreme weather changes?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

ASBESTOS MANAGEMENT

• Is this relevant to the audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is an asbestos survey report avaialble?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is a management procedure in place?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Is this covered in the site induction?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

• Are all operatives at risk of exposure certified with Asbestos Awareness Training?

  Yes

  No

  Observation

  N/A

PERFORMANCE BEYOND COMPLIANCE

• Are there any examples of best practice and good health and safety management?

  Compliant

  Immediate

  Concern

  N/A

  Observation

Report Summary

• Auditor Name

• Auditor Additional Comments

• Subcontractor's Site Representative

• The Subcontractor's Site representative is responsible for resolving non-compliances identified in this report. To close out raised actions, they must provide and upload evidence using the automated links sent to their email via the Safety Culture reporting software.